Choral Tour to Central Europe

The itinerary is the starting point to your tour, but it’s not set in stone. Your group leader may make changes leading up to departure.

Day 1, Friday March 31: Overnight Flight

Departure from the United States.

Day 2, Saturday April 1: Salzburg

Your tour manager will meet you upon arrival in Munich and transfer you into Austria and the musical city of Salzburg, one of the most picturesque of all European cities. During the Holy Empire, it was called the northern Rome, due to the importance of the Prince Archbishops and the Baroque. The city's reputation is based on a living musical tradition being the city of Mozart. Its beauty and vibrant musical life have made it one of Europe's foremost cultural cities. Enjoy a welcome dinner together in a local restaurant this evening before turning in for a good night's sleep! (D)

Day 3, Sunday April 2: Salzburg

This morning, you'll enjoy a half day walking tour through the historical town to see the Mozartplatz, the cathedral, Pegasus Fountain, and Mirabel! Gardens. You also visit Mozart's Birthplace before taking the funicular up to the fortress that dominates the city. Later, transfer out to the beautiful Salzkammergut area and the idyllic little town of Hallstatt. Here, you will rehearse at 3pm and perform your first concert performance at 5pm in the Christuskirche Hallstatt. Dinner will be in a local restaurant before returning to Salzburg. (B,D)

Day 4, Monday April 3: Vienna

After breakfast, check out of the hotel and journey east to the Austrian capital of Vienna, the historical center of the musical world and a must-visit for any young musician. En route, stop in the town of Melk to visit the wonderful Abbey for an opportunity to sing informally in Melk Abbey! On arrival in Vienna, check in to your hotel and tonight have your 'meatless Monday' vegetarian dinner! (B,D)

Day 5, Tuesday April 4: Vienna

Vienna is the historical center of the musical world and a must-visit for any young musician! Start your visits with entrance to Mozart's Figarohaus! Enjoy lunch on your own and time to explore. Your next concert will be today at St Peter's Church, rehearsal at 2pm and concert at 3pm. Dinner will be together this evening in a Viennese restaurant. (B,D)

Day 6, Wednesday April 5: Vienna

The historic centre is rich in architectural wonders from the great Stephansdom and Baroque castles to the 19th century Ringstrasse lined with grand buildings, monuments and parks. Your guided sightseeing today will include the highlights of the city including the Stephansdom, Vienna Opera and Hofburg Palace. At 1.30pm, head over to your next concert location to rehearse. Have some time to explore on your own followed by dinner. At 7.30pm, perform your next concert in the Chapel of the Imperial Capuchin Church. (B,D)

Day 7, Thursday April 6: Prague

This morning, depart for the Czech capital. En route and subject to timing, you may choose to visit the UNESCO heritage city of Telc. On arrival in Prague, check in to your comfortable hotel and start exploring with your tour manager. Tonight, enjoy a welcome dinner cruise on the River Vltava, passing beneath the city's many bridges and viewing Prague beautifully illuminated at night. (B,D)

Day 8, Friday April 7: Prague

After breakfast, you will have a guided walking tour of historic Prague starting in the Castle District and imposing St Vitus Cathedral before heading down across the River Vltava (Moldau) and into the beautiful Old Town. Enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure and prepare for your final concert that will take place today at 6pm in the New Town Hall. Tonight, enjoy a special farewell dinner in a city restaurant to end your successful tour of Austria and the Czech Republic. (B,D)

Day 9, Saturday April 8: Departure

Transfer to the airport for return flight to the United States. (B)