Chancel Choir 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, Wednesday June 10: Overnight Flight

Departure from the United States.

Day 2, Thursday June 11: Leipzig

Welcome to Germany. Meet your Encore Tour Manager, board your luxury coach and head to Erfurt where you'll have some time to explore at your leisure before reaching your final destination of Leipzig. Check into your hotel and have dinner together. (D)

Day 3, Friday June 12: Leipzig

Today's itinerary includes a delightful sightseeing tour of Eisenach with a local guide to start the day. Take in the sights and immerse yourselves in the rich history of this charming city, the birthplace of Johann Sebastian Bach. Entrance is included to the Lutherhaus. Return to Leipzig this evening where you will have time for dinner on your own. (B)

Day 4, Saturday June 13: Leipzig

Today journey to the historic town of Wittenberg, the birthplace of the Protestant Reformation where in 1517, Martin Luther famously nailed his 95 Theses to the church door of the Castle Church. Today's highlight will be your participation in "Noon Organ Point” at Castle Church in Wittenberg (pending approval). Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring Wittenberg before returning to Leipzig for your overnight. Dinner will be on your own this evening. (B)

Day 5, Sunday June 14: Leipzig

Today enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Leipzig, including entrance to the Bach Museum, offering a fascinating insight into the life and work of the renowned composer. In the afternoon, there is a special opportunity for those interested to participate in a singing session at the historic Thomaskirche, a truly memorable experience for music enthusiasts. Bach, who served as the church's cantor from 1723 until his death in 1750. Enjoy dinner on your own. (B)

Day 6, Monday June 15: Prague

This morning, depart for the Czech Republic. En route, visit the enchanting city of Dresden, where history and culture intertwine in a mesmerizing tapestry. Continue to Prague where you will check into your next hotel. Tonight enjoy a leisurely Vltava River cruise in Prague. Relax and unwind as you soak in panoramic views of the city's iconic landmarks while enjoying a delicious buffet dinner on board. (B,D)

Day 7, Tuesday June 16: Prague

Wake up in the capital city of Prague, the perfectly preserved jewel of the Czech Republic. After breakfast, take a guided walking tour of this historic city; highlights include the Castle District, the Lesser Town, Charles Bridge, the Vltava, and Old Town with its medieval Astronomical Clock. This afternoon, rehearse and perform for your concert at a local venue, such as St. Martin, St. Michal, Na Zderaze or similar. Enjoy dinner on your own tonight. (B)

Day 8, Wednesday June 17: Vienna

After breakfast, check out your hotel, board the motor coach, and head to Vienna, capital of Austria! Check into your hotel and have time to explore. This evening, enjoy dinner together as well as an evening champagne reception in the cavernous rooftop space of the iconic St. Stephen Cathedral. (B,D)

Day 9, Thursday June 18: Vienna

Vienna has an incomparable musical history and tradition as no other city can boast such an illustrious list of composers: Haydn, Mozart, Schubert, Beethoven, Mahler, Bruckner and many more who lived and worked here. Today, orientate yourself on a guided sightseeing tour of the Ringstrasse street encircling the city's heart with its majestic and Imperial buildings. Continue by foot from the Hofburg Palace to the Stephansplatz and have entrance to the Mozarthaus. Your final concert will be at a local venue, such as St. Peter's Kirche. Celebrate your successful performance tour with a traditional Heurigen dinner together. (B,D)

Day 10, Friday June 19: Departure

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