Saturday, July 25—USA—AMSTERDAM
Depart from your home airport for an overnight transatlantic flight to Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands. In-flight meals and entertainment will be provided. Rest and prepare for an exciting journey ahead.
Sunday, July 26—AMSTERDAM
Arrive in Amsterdam and meet your professional tour manager. Transfer directly to Utrecht and check into your hotel before diving into a focused rehearsal session to prepare for the upcoming performances. Enjoy a welcome group dinner and overnight in Utrecht.
Monday, July 27—AMSTERDAM
Begin the day with a morning rehearsal session at a local conservatory or rehearsal hall in Utrecht. After lunch, transfer to Amsterdam for a canal cruise through the city’s historic waterways, followed by a visit to the world-renowned Rijksmuseum. The remainder of the day is free, with the option to explore landmarks such as the Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum, or Jordaan district. Dinner is on your own with time to explore Amsterdam before returning to Utrecht for overnight.
Tuesday, July 28—UTRECHT
Enjoy another morning rehearsal session in preparation for your first performance. Afterward, explore Utrecht on a guided walking tour, discovering the Dom Tower and the city’s medieval charm. In the evening, perform in the beautifully converted St. Janskerk, or alternatively, the Utrecht Conservatory Recital Hall. Enjoy a post-performance dinner and overnight at your hotel.
Wednesday, July 29—FORT BREENDONK—BRUGGE
Depart Utrecht for Brugge, Belgium, one of Europe’s most picturesque medieval cities. Stop along the way for a sobering visit to the WWII memorial at Fort Breendonk. Upon arrival in Brugge, meet members of a local Belgian music ensemble in anticipation of tomorrow’s combined performance. Enjoy an evening cultural dinner with your Belgian counterparts. Overnight in Brugge.
Thursday, July 30—BRUGGE
Begin the day with a collaborative rehearsal session with the Belgian ensemble, blending your sounds in preparation for the evening Friendship Concert. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided canal tour of Brugge, “the Venice of the North,” and take part in a chocolate tasting at a local factory. The evening culminates in a joint concert, followed by a celebratory dinner with host families. Overnight in Brugge.
Friday, July 31—CAEN
Your next journey brings you to Caen, located in the heart of the Normandy region of France. Upon arrival, check-in to your centrally located hotel. Depending on timing, visit the Mémorial de Caen, a museum and memorial dedicated to peace and WWII history. Enjoy a relaxing group dinner in Caen.
Saturday, August 1—NORMANDY
Travel to the British D-Day Museum in Arromanches-les-Bains for a reflective visit honoring the fallen soldiers of WWII. In the afternoon, perform a commemorative concert on the museum plaza. Enjoy the evening in Caen with dinner on your own and time for exploration.
Sunday, August 2—PARIS
Depart Caen and journey toward Paris, stopping en route at the opulent Palace of Versailles for a guided tour of the palace and optional stroll through its vast gardens. Continue to Paris, where your final European performance will take place. Independent dinner and overnight in Paris.
Monday, August 3—PARIS
Start the day with a walking tour of Montmartre to see the Sacré-Cœur Basilica and Place du Tertre. Your afternoon is free; suggestions include a stroll to the Île de la Cité to see the Notre-Dame Cathedral, or a visit to the Louvre, or the nearby Musée d’Orsay. Conclude your musical journey with a dinner cruise along the Seine River, with views of landmarks like Notre-Dame and the Eiffel Tower. Overnight in Paris.
Tuesday, August 4—PARIS—USA
Enjoy your final breakfast in Paris before checking out and transferring to Charles de Gaulle Airport for return to USA via scheduled flights. Depart for home filled with unforgettable memories, new friendships, and the experience of sharing your music across Europe. Welcome home!
Itinerary is subject to change if deemed necessary.