Salzburg, Vienna & Prague Performance Tour

Take the funicular up to the Hohensalzburg Fortress, the former stronghold of the ruling prince-archbishops. We will visit the elegant State Apartments; the Burgmuseum, with a magnificent collection of medieval art and many Gothic artifacts; the Rainermuseum, which exhibits arms and armor; and the beautiful late Gothic St. George's Chapel, with intricate marble reliefs of the Apostles. From the Watchtower view the panoramic sweep of the Alps and from the Kuenberg Bastion, views of the domes and towers of Salzburg.

Explore a few rooms within Nonnberg Abbey, the old and active Abbey where Maria von Trapp lived. Take in the incredible views of Salzburg outside the abbey.

Explore Salzburger Dom (Salzburg Cathedral), Which is world renowned for its 4,000-pipe organ. The cathedral has been hailed by some critics as the 'most perfect' Renaissance building in the Germanic countries. It features a marble facade and symmetrical twin towers.

Potential venues include (but are not limited to): Mozarthaus, the Silent Night Chapel (for small choir only) where the song Silent Night was written, Kollegienkirche, an informal lunchtime performance at Salzburg Cathedral, or an exchange with a local school, university, or community group.

Today we will travel from Salzburg to Vienna. En route we will stop at Melk Abbey. The Wachau is considered one of the most enchanting stretches of river valley in Europe.

Visit Melk Abbey, a fine example of baroque architecture. Our tour of the Abbey will include the Marble Hall with its pilasters coated in red marble and an allegorical painting on the ceiling, the Library with over 80,000 original volumes, and the Kaisergang (Emperor's Gallery) decorated with portraits of Austrian rulers. The musical archive features historic instruments and over 10,000 items of notated music, including early manuscripts of works by Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, and Schumann.

This interactive museum is located in the former home of Otto Nicolai, founder of the Vienna Philharmonic. Explore the lives of classical composers, compose your own waltz, and discover the science behind sound and hearing. Step onto a virtual conductor’s podium to lead the Vienna Philharmonic, and receive feedback from the musicians themselves.

Belvedere Palace, Hofburg Imperial Palace, Schönbrunn Palace visit

Explore Stadt Park, a lovely park that lies on the slope where the Danube used to overflow into the inner city before the construction of the Danube Canal. Many memorial statues of the the great composers of the past stand in the park; the best known depicts Johann Strauss Jr., who composed Die Fledermaus and "The Beautiful Blue Danube."

Performance groups may have the opportunity to take the stage at historic venues such as St. Stephen’s Cathedral—closely tied to Vienna’s rich musical heritage—or the beautifully baroque Peterskirche, known for its outstanding acoustics. For those seeking a secular space, the Haus der Musik, Vienna’s renowned Museum of Music, also offers an excellent performance setting.

Telc lies at the midpoint of the old King's route from Vienna to Prague. Telc is the best preserved Renaissance town north of the Alps, and was added to the UNESCO list of international heritage sights in 1993.

Mala Strana, Jewish Quarter

Old Town Square, Astronomical clock, Charles Bridge, John Lennon Peace Wall, Prague Castle

Explore the immense Prague Castle in the Hradcany quarter, that was named by the Guinness Book of World Records as the largest ancient castle in the world. Prague Castle represents virtually all of the architectural designs of the last millennium and contains several churches, a monastery, gardens as well as multiple museums.

Potential venues include (but are not limited to): Church of St. Simon and Jude, St. Salvator Church, Church of St. Wenceslas, Hall of the Cultural Center Novodvorska, English International School, Hlahol Concert Hall, Evangelic Chapel Korunni, St. Martin in the Wall, the Hall of the House of Culture Krakov, or a lunchtime performance at St. Vitus. These venues accommodate a range of performance types and offer unique cultural experiences.

Board your flight home or choose to extend your trip with a two-day visit to Budapest, beginning with your arrival and a guided city walk through its vibrant streets. The following day, enjoy a comprehensive sightseeing tour featuring Castle Hill, the Royal Palace, Fisherman’s Bastion, Matthias Church, and the Hungarian Parliament. Unwind with a relaxing visit to the famous Széchenyi Thermal Baths before concluding your journey with a flight home from Budapest.