Saratoga Springs Celtic Concert Tour of Ireland

Dear Jessica,

It’s my pleasure to personally guide you through the fully customized itinerary that we’ve carefully curated for your trip to Ireland. In every aspect of your tour, your goals and desires are our priority, ensuring a travel experience that is as personalized as it is seamless. From our industry-leading protection plans and guaranteed rates that safeguard against the unexpected to the unrivaled expertise of our tour managers who bring every destination to life, every detail is thoughtfully considered.’

What truly sets your experience apart are our dynamic venues, handpicked for their ability to enchant and engage, complete with guaranteed audiences to elevate every performance. This unique blend of meticulous planning, exclusive access, and comprehensive support ensures that your performance tour transcends the ordinary, making it a truly one-of-a-kind experience.

Sincerely,
Robin H Teague
617-958-9528

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Your Encore Benefits

We do not raise our prices based on currency fluctuations in the marketplace. This alleviates any unwelcome currency surcharges during the planning period or immediately prior to travel.

Our Tour Managers are repeatedly evaluated and praised as being the best in educational travel, and they are available to you 24 hours per day. The tour manager stays in the same hotel as the group, and coordinates hotel check-ins, restaurant reservations, and concert venue availability and rehearsal time. These representatives also deliver the educational portion of the tour with detailed historical commentary during travel.

All participants are covered at no extra cost by our Basic Protection Plan covering health insurance overseas and trip cancellation/interruption in case of illness. Participants also have the option to upgrade to our Ultimate or Ultimate Plus plans, which include the ability to cancel for any reason up to four days before departure and still receive a full refund. Additionally, all Encore participants travel with an automatic $15,000 health protection plan.

Encore Tours and our parent company, ACIS, carry a $50 million general liability insurance policy to protect our groups. In addition, as an Active Member of the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA), we post a $1 million indemnity bond as part of USTOA’s Travelers Assistance Program.

Register 30 or more participants with Encore Tours and we will award your group a FREE weekend getaway for two to Paris or London over Veteran’s Day Weekend or Martin Luther King Day Weekend. We have had ensembles raise over $20,000 using this gift as a raffle prize.

Join Encore staff for our annual Prelude event, a free professional development weekend for ensemble directors and a guest that takes place in a different musically rich international destination.

“Incredible! I cherished every moment. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime journey. Such experiences would have been impossible on my own. Being pampered in this manner and witnessing the professionalism and luxury that Encore embodies was an absolute delight.” – 2024 Prelude attendee

We are excited to offer the choice of group billing or direct billing and will gladly work with your preference. With group billing you will receive an invoice with each participant’s balance and payment due prior to the due date. If you decide to enroll your group in direct billing Encore will mail invoices to each participant for all payments due. Accounts can also be accessed 24 hours a day on our website and payments can be made online with MasterCard and Visa for no additional cost. This is the suggested payment plan, however you can adjust it according to the group’s needs.

Automatic Payments Plan

Encore offers an auto-pay option for all participants signed up for individual billing. Enrollment in the plan is free and funds are withdrawn from the participant’s checking account on a regular basis, with the last payment being processed 45 days prior to departure.

Encore has offices overseas in the event of an emergency. In addition, US staff are always available to ensure you are receiving a quality travel experience, before, during and after your concert tour. All land arrangements including concert bookings and promotion are provided directly by Encore’s affiliate offices, offering the highest quality services and the very best value to our clients.

Enhance your professional development! Directors and participants have the opportunity to earn graduate-level credits through their tour experience and participation in our Prelude events. These educational opportunities not only enrich your tour but also contribute to your lifelong learning and professional growth.

Our new Recruitment Meeting tool streamlines your recruitment process, offering customizable templates, automated reminders, and integrated RSVP tracking to ensure maximum attendance. It simplifies meeting logistics, allowing you to focus on sharing the excitement of your upcoming tour and inspiring participants to join. This tool is designed to make your recruitment efforts as smooth and successful as possible, helping you to build a strong and engaged group.

Tour Inclusions

Roundtrip airfare
Airport and airline taxes, and fuel surcharges
Accommodations at conveniently located 3- or 4-star hotels
Rooming in twin room occupancy.
Breakfast daily and dinners as per your itinerary
All sightseeing and entrances as featured in the itinerary
Private deluxe air-conditioned motor coach and driver
Services of a professional Tour Manager throughout your program
Basic gratuities for the tour manager and bus drivers
Arrangements for at least two impromptu performance opportunities, two exchange opportunities playing full repertoire performances, and one clinic performance opportunity.
All concert arrangements include venue rental and allocation, all necessary concert permits, all pre-concert advertising, and on-site concert assistance.
Pre-concert rehearsal time, where possible
Vox Headsets

What’s Not Included?

Extra Baggage Fees imposed by the airlines
Instrument stands
Any meals not listed in your itinerary

Programs for the concerts
Allocations of specific seat assignments on flights

Pricing Options Register before March 15, 2026 $100 Early Registration Discount Rev. 12/8/25

Travelers	Price	Free Spots
30	$4,539	1
30	$4,679	2
25	$4,799	1
25	$4,879	2
20	$4,899	1
20	$4,999	2
15	$4,999	1
15	$5,189	2

Based on “Land and Air” out of NYC, accommodating the group in twin rooms.

Bass rental for the entire tour $350

Payment Deadlines decided by Jess and Robin

Date	Amount
Register before March 15 ERD of $100	$200 deposit
June 15	$1,000
August 15	$1,000
October 15	$1000
November 15	Final Payment

Sample Venues

Traveling on a performance trip is a moving experience, and our goal is to ensure that all travelers have a life-changing experience. We also know that time is money, and comfort is essential. That’s why, when you’re touring with Encore, you will always stay in well-located, three- or four-star hotels—right in the heart of the destination you came to see.

Kylemore Abbey

Westport

Famed for being Ireland’s most romantic Castle, Kylemore Abbey is the perfect setting for choirs. The adjoining Gothic Church, constructed in 1874, is home of many musical performances, poetry readings and cross-community celebrations throughout the year. The church was built in the style of a miniature cathedral as a memorial to the owners beloved late wife, Mary.

Hotels

suggested hotels.

Clayton Hotel Leopardstown

Dublin

This 4-star hotel, nestled at the foothills of the Dublin mountains, provides the perfect balance between the vibrant city life of Dublin and the serene wilderness of Wicklow. Guests are treated to comfort in meticulously clean and expansive rooms, each equipped with flat screen TVs, plush pillows, cozy duvets, and facilities for making tea and coffee. The hotel also offers guests the opportunity to maintain their fitness routine in the gym, as well as options to dine and unwind at the on-site restaurant and bar.

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Maldron Hotel Sandy Road Galway

Galway

Less than a 20-minute walk from Galway city center, the modern 4-star hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi, free underground parking, and a fine restaurant. The spacious rooms are decorated in warm colors and feature TVs, tea/coffee making facilities, showers, and in-room safes, with baths and fridges available on request. Guests can enjoy a wholesome breakfast and international cuisine in the evenings at the Grain & Grill Bar and Restaurant, which also serves light snacks in a more informal setting. Nearby activities include horse-riding, fishing, and surfing. The hotel is ideally located for exploring Connemara and West Ireland.

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Blarney Castle Hotel

Cork

The Blarney Castle Hotel is a charming, family-run property located in the heart of Blarney Village, just steps from the world-famous Blarney Castle and a short drive from Cork City. Established in 1837, the hotel blends traditional Irish warmth with modern comfort, featuring recently renovated guest rooms equipped with WiFi, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffee facilities. Guests can enjoy hearty local cuisine and live traditional music at the inviting on-site bar and restaurant. With its welcoming atmosphere, central location, and easy access to Ireland’s southern highlights, the Blarney Castle Hotel offers an ideal base for Encore travelers exploring County Cork.

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Have any additional questions? Reach out to your program manager directly, or contact us for any assistance.

Saratoga Springs Celtic Concert Tour of Ireland