STARS & STRIPES TOUR – 2026
Saturday, June 6—Sunday, June 7—COLLEGE REHEARSAL
Check-in at a Tennessee based college campus for pre-tour orientation sessions. Two days of intensive rehearsals culminate with a Farewell Concert for family and friends on the evening of June 7.
Monday, June 8—USA—FRANKFURT
Transfer to departing airport for your transatlantic flight to Europe. Dinner and overnight onboard your flight.
Tuesday, June 9—FRANKFURT—LEIPZIG
Upon arrival in Frankfurt, transfer by coach to Leipzig. students Enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Leipzig, followed by free time for lunch and further exploring. A short choir performance may take place on the altar steps of St. Thomas Church. Afterward, check into your first European hotel for a traditional dinner and overnight.
Wednesday, June 10—LEIPZIG—PRAGUE
The journey continues onward into the Czech Republic with a stop in the spa town of Karlovy Vary. After enjoying free time for lunch, the choir will perform a short performance. That evening, arrive in Prague and dine in a local restaurant. Overnight in Prague, the “City of a Hundred Spires.”
Thursday, June 11—PRAGUE
The day begins with a walking tour of Prague’s Old Town, followed by independent lunch time around Old Town Square. In the afternoon, transfer to a local concert venue for rehearsal and an evening performance. The evening concludes with a scenic dinner cruise on the Vltava River. Overnight in Prague.
Friday, June 12—PRAGUE—VIENNA
Journey through the Bohemian countryside on your way to Vienna with a stop for lunch and sightseeing in the fairytale town of Telč. Upon arrival in Vienna, visit the famous Composer Cemetery and enjoy time in the famous Prater amusement park, home to a Ferris Wheel that dates back to 1897. Enjoy dinner at a restaurant within the park before checking into your Vienna hotel for the night.
Saturday, June 13—VIENNA
The morning begins with a choir performance at St. Stephen’s Cathedral, followed by a guided tour of Vienna and a possible visit to the Vienna State Opera. After lunch along Kärntner Straße, take a tour of Schönbrunn Palace, the extravagant Baroque summer residence of the Habsburg dynasty. The evening includes a lively dinner with traditional Viennese music and waltzing. Overnight in Vienna.
Sunday, June 14—VIENNA—BUDAPEST
Travel east into Slovakia, stopping for lunch in Bratislava. Your journey continues onward into Hungary’s capital city of Budapest, the second largest city built upon the Danube river. Enjoy a dinner with folkloric entertainment. Overnight in Budapest.
Monday, June 15—BUDAPEST
After a morning sightseeing tour of Budapest and free time for lunch, change into concert attire and perform at a local concert house. Following the concert, enjoy dinner at a restaurant nearby your hotel. Overnight in Budapest.
Tuesday, June 16—BUDAPEST—GRAZ
Today with a drive to Graz, Austria. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch, a walking tour, and a visit to the Styrian Armoury. Dinner follows at a local restaurant, with time to explore Graz’s Old Town before the evening’s end. Overnight in Graz.
Wednesday, June 17—GRAZ—WESTENDORF
Travel through scenic Austrian landscapes as you make your way to the scenic town of Westendorf. First, a stop in Salzburg, with a stroll through Mirabell Gardens and a chance for the choir to perform in the beautiful acoustics of Salzburg’s Dom Cathedral.in the alpine town of Westendorf. Following dinner, the night climaxes with a festive Tyrolean evening with local culture, music, and dancing. Overnight in Westendorf.
Thursday, June 18—WESTENDORF
Today’s full-day excursion begins with a visit to Rattenberg to see a glass blowing demonstration. Next, travel by cable car up to Hintertux Glacier to walk in the snow and take in the view. This evening, enjoy dinner and perform a concert in the Zillertal region before returning to Westendorf for overnight.
Friday, June 19—WESTENDORF
Your day in Westendorf is free. Partake in fun local activities such as hiking or picnicking atop the mountain. A ski lift ride provides a fantastic view of the valley. The evening concludes with dinner and your final concert performance of the tour. Overnight in Westendorf.
Saturday, June 20—WESTENDORF—MUNICH
Make your final transfer to Munich, stopping along the way at the Dachau Memorial Site. Upon arrival in Munich, enjoy free time for lunch and exploring, followed by a walking tour. Check-in to your Munich hotel for the night, celebrating with a “farewell dinner” in the hotel restaurant. Overnight in Munich.
Sunday, June 21—MUNICH—USA
Transfer to Munich Airport for return to USA via scheduled flights.
Welcome Home!
Itinerary is subject to change if deemed necessary.
