Music Festivals of Europe

Date period: 19 July, 2012 - 12 August, 2012

Duration: 25 Days

Activity level: Introductory to Moderate

Location: Europe

Availability: Single | Twin

Tour type: Discovery

Top 5 things we'll experience

Attend Munich's acclaimed annual Opera Festival.
Explore Prague, the 'stone jewel in the Hapsburg crown' with its imposing Castle and mediaeval Golden Lane.
Enjoy Cesky Krumlov Summer Festival set amongst great mediaeval architecture.
Discover the icons of of Vienna including the Schonbrunn Palace and Salzburg with its world-famous festival.
Enjoy the Puccini Festival in the small town of Torre del Lago.

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Tour Leader

Dr Jone Gaillard

JONE GAILLARD (née CORSI) is a Florentine who came to Australia more than 30 years ago.

Local guides

It was an amazing experience, (my first with Odyssey) and the encyclopaedic knowledge of all the guides was very impressive and helpful.

Europe

"Noto and Mozia were delightful surprises because they are not on the usual tourist trail – this is one of the reasons we travel with Odyssey – to go to places out of the ordinary."

This three week program of opera in Europe includes three opera festivals in Italy and Germany as well as two classical music festivals in the Czech Republic and Austria. We experience opera performances as part of the renowned Munich Opera Festival, Verdi in Verona's Arena and Puccini in Tuscany's Torre del Lago. We participate in celebratory music festivals in Bohemian Cesky Krumlov and Mozart'sSalzburg. We also visit the musical cities of Rome, Prague and Vienna.

Due to the special nature of this program, we have limited the group size to 22 participants. Although we observe Odyssey's philosophy of multiple night stays at each site, we have selected four star hotels conveniently located to permit easy access to the selected Festivals. Your program leader will lead discussions which will ensure your enhanced appreciation of the operas attended.

When the complete list of musical performances is available, deposited participants must confirm and pay additional necessary deposits or withdraw from the program at no additional cost. This will allow finalisation of the program, as musical performance tickets have to be purchased well in advance.

Tour inclusions

Return economy class international airfare.
Departure taxes applicable to the standard itinerary.
23 nights in four star hotels offering ensuite share twin rooms.
23 typical local breakfasts daily and 17 dinners.
Tickets to all performances listed.
Touring by comfortable and modern coach.
Transport, lectures and field trips as indicated.
Applicable entry fees and services of local guides.
Comprehensive travel insurance.
Services of a study leader.
Gratuities and necessary tips.
Detailed program information booklet.

Tour exclusions

Items of a personal nature such as telephone calls and laundry
Additional premiums will be imposed by the insurer for those participants who are over 60 years and/or with pre-existing medical conditions

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1

Inflight.... read more

Days 2-5

After our arrival into Munich we transfer to our city hotel. Here we will have a program orientation and welcome dinner. Munich is one ... read more

Days 6-7

This "stone jewel in the Hapsburg crown" offers a great wealth of historic and cultural sights from the imposing Castle and mediaeval Golden... read more

Days 8-9

This small town in Southern Bohemia is a mediaeval gem and is recognised by UNESCO as outstandingly well preserved. It is a typical red-roof... read more

Days 10-11-12

Vienna was the glittering capital of the Hapsburg Empire with its fine palaces and ornate buildings. St Stefan's Cathedral is one of Europe'... read more

Days 13-15

Austria's fourth largest city, Salzburg is situated on both banks of the Salzach River. The old town is a Baroque masterpiece of churches, p... read more

Days 16-18

Verona has a rich Roman and mediaeval history. Its ancient centre boasts many magnificent Roman ruins and fine palaces built by the city's m... read more

Days 19-23

Renowned for its art, history and evocative landscape, Tuscany is a region where the past and present merge in pleasant harmony. Hill-towns ... read more

Days 24-25

We travel from Tuscany to Rome for an overnight stay in a city centre hotel offering twin and single ensuite rooms. A farewell dinner and a ... read more