Cantare UK 2028

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, Tuesday May 30: Overnight Flight

Departure from Omaha airport for Edinburgh.

Day 2, Wednesday May 31: Edinburgh

Welcome to Edinburgh! Meet your Encore Tour Manager at the airport and transfer to the hotel and check in depending upon arrival time. Have some time to freshen up before having a welcome dinner together this evening in a local restaurant. (D)

Day 3, Thursday June 1: Edinburgh

Enjoy exploring the historic Old Town with your tour manager including the Royal Mile and a visit to Holyroodhouse – home to the King when he visits Edinburgh – and location of much of Scottish royal history. This afternoon sing for the afternoon concert series at St. Giles Cathedral (pending availability). The evening is free in Edinburgh for dinner on your own. (B)

Day 4, Friday June 2: Edinburgh

Full day tour to The Kelpies & Stirling, including a visit to Stirling Castle where you will learn about the rich history of Scotland. There is oportunity to perform an impromptu performance on the grounds of the castle for visitors. Next, visit the Deanston Distillery for a tour and whiskey tasting. Enjoy time for lunch on your own in the are before returning to Edinburgh for a free afternoon and time to explore and enjoy the city's culinary scene. (B)

Day 5, Saturday June 3: Edinburgh

After breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a visit to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. After free time for lunch on your own, Carry Cantare's message across the pond with an outreach concert at the Murray Care Home in Edinburgh. The rest of the afternoon and evening are free enjoy Edinburgh and dine at one of the many fine restaurants of the city. (B,D)

Day 6, Sunday June 4: York

After breakfast at your hotel and hotel check out, depart for York with comfort stops on the way with time to enjoy lunch on your own. Upon arrival in York, meet a local guide for a 2-Hour walking tour of York that includes the awe inspiring York Minster. After check-in at your hotel and time to relax and refresh, enjoy dinner together at a local restaurant in York. (B,D)

Day 7, Monday June 5: Oxford

After breakfast and hotel check-out, depart for the famous college town of Oxford with visit of Burghley House on the way...there's a wonderful opportunity for an impromptu concert on the grounds of Burghley. After arriving in Oxford, check in at your hotel, and enjoy a free night to explore and dinner on your own. (B)

Day 8, Tuesday June 6: Oxford

After breakfast at your hotel, meet a local guide for a two-hour walking tour of Oxford, followed by lunch time recital at Christ Church College. The rest of the afternoon and evening are free to enjoy Oxford on your own. (B)

Day 9, Wednesday June 7: London Area

This morning after breakfast and hotel check-out, depart for one of the surrounding smaller towns outside of London. Enjoy a stop and visit of Hampton Court. Once more, there is a great opportunity for an impromptu performance. Continue to your hotel for check-in and a free evening to explore the local restaurants on your own. (B)

Day 10, Thursday June 8: London Area

After breakfast at your hotel, depart for a full-day excursion and sightseeing tour of Canterbury. Present a lunch time concert at Canterbury Cathedral as part of the Cathedral's concert series. Enjoy free time to explore Canterbury and lunch on your own. Meet this evening to celebrate your fantastic concert tour with a special farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)

Day 11, Friday June 9: Departure

After breakfast and hotel check-out, transfer to the airport for return flight to the United States. (B)