Dear Dwight, I’m so delighted to be able to introduce you to these two wonderful destinations and to guide you through the fully customized itinerary that we’ve designed for your possible performance tour. Your travel experience is completely personalized to meet your musical goals and travel desires; our service will be utterly seamless, and your peace of mind totally assured thanks to our guaranteed prices without surcharge or supplement and our industry-leading protection plans. And what truly sets your Encore experience apart from any other? Maybe it’s our spectacular venues, handpicked for their ability to enchant and engage, coupled with guaranteed audiences to elevate every performance. Or our world-leading tour managers who bring every destination to life and handle the tiniest detail. Of course it could also be our meticulous planning, personal attention and comprehensive support before, during and after your tour! Being permanently based in Europe gives me a unique perspective on these destinations, and there’s no substitute for having experienced it personally! Whatever you need, an Encore tour transcends the ordinary and gives you a truly one-of-a-kind experience. Let Encore Tours make your dream performance tour a reality! Let’s talk soon!Julian 617 958 9501 Visit Your TripSite Traveler Resources Your Encore Benefits Guaranteed Land Rates 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. The Best Tour Managers Around 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. Protection Plans for Everyone Peace of mind comes standard when you travel with Encore. Every traveler is automatically enrolled in our Basic Protection Plan, which includes medical coverage while on tour and limited trip interruption benefits—so you’re covered if the unexpected happens. For those who want even more flexibility and confidence in their plans, our Ultimate and Ultimate-Plus Protection Plans offer expanded medical coverage, greater trip interruption benefits, and the ability to cancel for any reason up to four days before departure and receive a full refund. Financial Security 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. Tour Fundraiser 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. 2025 Domestic Fundraiser Info Sheet 2025 International Fundraiser Info Sheet Prelude 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 Online Billing 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. 24-7 Overseas Coverage 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. Graduate Level Credits 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. Tour Inclusions Roundtrip airfare Airport and airline taxes, and fuel surcharges Accommodation for 7 nights at conveniently located 3 and 4-star hotels Rooming in twin room occupancy. Breakfast and dinner daily (may be replaced with lunch to adapt to your itinerary All sightseeing and entrances as per itinerary Private deluxe air-conditioned motor coaches and drivers Services of a professional Tour Manager throughout your program (1 per bus) Basic gratuities for the tour manager and bus drivers Arrangements for 4 concert performance opportunities (2 in each of your city locations) Rental of an electronic keyboard where required All concert arrangements include venue rental and allocation, all necessary concert permits, all pre-concert advertisement, and on-site concert assistance Pre-concert rehearsal time, where possible Vox Headsets (European tours only) River view of Budapest at evening, illuminated Chain Bridge and Parliament Building. What’s Not Included? Baggage Fees imposed by the airlines Specific seat assignments/allocations on flights Instrument and sheet music stands Any meals not listed in your itinerary Printed programs for the concerts Pricing Options TravelersPriceFree Spots45$4,899440$4,979435$5,0793 Based on “Land and Air” out of New York accommodating the group in twin rooms with ONE bus Payment Deadlines DateAmountOctober 31, 2025$200January 31, 2026$1,000April 30, 2026$1,000June 30, 2026$1,000November 9, 2026Balance due Provisional suggestion only, subject to further discussion Sample Performance Venues Please note that venues are not confirmed until expressly stated by your Program Consultant. Choir St. Anne’s Church Budapest St. Anne’s Church is considered one of the most beautiful Baroque buildings in Hungary. After the Ottoman era, the Servite order were given permission to build a church together with a Monastery in 1686. Built in 1732, this Roman Catholic Church is located in the upper part of Servite square, in the very heart of Budapest. Unfortunately, the monastery and the church sustained severe damage during WWII, however it was rebuilt and is back to its original grandeur today. Band Choir Jesuit Church (Holy Saviour) Bratislava The Jesuit Church, also known as the Holy Saviour Church, is an originally protestant church from the 17th century on the Franciscan Square in the Old Town of Bratislava. The church was built from 1636 to 1638 as a place of worship for the protestants as there was a growing number of protestants of German ethnicity in the city. Today, the church belongs to the Jesuit Order. Visiting orchestras, including the Slovak Philharmonic, draw an enthusiastic audience. Choir Jesuit Church of St. Francis Xavier Skalica The picturesque town of Skalica, on the border with the Czech Republic, tempts visitors with its famous trdelník pie, excellent local wines, historic buildings and the beauty of the surrounding countryside. The town’s Jesuit church has been reconstructed as a concert hall. Visiting orchestras, including the Slovak Philharmonic, draw an enthusiastic audience. Sample Hotels 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. Mercure Budapest Castle Hill Budapest Located in Budapest’s historic Castle District, this 4-star hotel offers modern comfort and authentic experiences. With 250 newly renovated rooms, guests enjoy tranquility and convenience just moments from the city center. Explore Budapest’s vibrant streets and rich history from this welcoming base. Learn More Clarion Congress Hotel Bratislava Bratislava Just steps from the Pod stanicou tram stop, the Clarion Congress Hotel Bratislava offers modern style and easy access to the city’s highlights, including the Bratislava Transport Museum and Bratislava Castle. Bold, Hollywood-themed rooms include air conditioning, Wi-Fi, safes, TVs, rainfall showers, and tea and coffee facilities, with upgraded options adding spacious seating. Guests enjoy a contemporary restaurant, bar, breakfast service, fitness center, parking, and flexible meeting spaces, creating a comfortable base for leisure and group stays. Learn More Have any additional questions? Reach out to your program manager directly, or contact us for any assistance. Contact Us