Europe Music - Sample Itinerary

Commitment to Student Safety

Educating Adventures is dedicated to providing exciting, educational, and safe trips to schools and students around the world. The safety of every traveller is of great importance to us. We have systems and procedures in place, to ensure the safety of our teachers, students, and tour guides while on-tour, and before departure. It is essential that every individual has the resources, tools, and guidance they need to deal with any situation. Travel can be unpredictable, and there are often unforeseen circumstances. We want every parent, principal, teacher, and student to have confidence that every step is taken to prioritise their safety while away on their school trip. Over years of operation, we have developed a thorough risk assessment and incident management procedure. We offer 24-hour assistance while on tour and you can rest assured - your safety is our top priority.

Financial Security

Educating Adventures protects and has in place bonding and trust accounts to give our clients peace of mind with regards to financial security. Each year we undergo a series of financial reviews with the various associations we are members of.

• In Australia we are a member of the Australian Travel Industry Association (ATIA). ATIA represents retail and corporate travel agents, tour operators, wholesalers, and consolidators in Australia. In addition to an annual financial review, we are also required to operate a client account. A client account provides clients with peace of mind, knowing their money is safeguarded. Funds deposits are to be used only for securing the required travel package elements and not for funding day to day operational costs of the agency.

Memberships & Accreditation

• Certified Student Travel Organisation (CSTO) certification
  • Educating Adventures is a Certified Student Travel Organization (CSTO) from the Center for Student Travel Safety, an affiliate of the Student and Youth Travel Association (SYTA). The CSTO certification is awarded to companies who have met or exceeded the minimum of 25 safety standards established by the Center and SYTA. SYTA is a global educational travel association equipped to educate student travel providers about all aspects of student travel, with an emphasis on student travel safety and personal and educational enrichment. The standards are derived from the most effective practices in the industry and are based upon SYTA’s Code of Ethics and reviewed by an objective commission of industry experts
• Australian Travel Accreditation Scheme (ATAS) accredited
  • ATAS companies need to prove the following:
  • That they are a 'Fit and Proper Entity'
  • Be a registered Australian Number (ABN) holder
  • Comply with relevant sections of the ASIC Administered Corporations Act 2001 as required
  • Provide certified financial accounts to prove solvency
• Members of the Student Education Travel Organisation (SETO)
  • The key purpose of SETO is to:
  • To bring governance to the student educational travel sector
  • To ensure there is a framework for health and safety and quality assurance in the sector
  • To protect the integrity of the travel sector in its dealing with the education sector
  • To understand and respect the role teachers play in organising trips for their students
• Members of the Student and Youth Travel Association (SYTA)
  • Being a member of the Student & Youth Travel Association (SYTA) signals a commitment to the highest standards in student and youth travel
  • SYTA members adhere to ethical guidelines, undergo vetting, and provide enriching, culturally immersive travel opportunities.
  • This partnership ensures that schools can trust their travel provider to endeavour to prioritise student welfare and deliver valuable, memorable experiences that complement classroom learning.

On arrival, you will be met by an EA representative, who will help you onto the coach and assist you to check into your hotel.

Overnight Munich.

Enjoy a fully guided three hour sightseeing tour of Munich taking in the twin towered Frauenkirche as well as the Marienplatz.

At 11am we will make our way to The Munich Glockenspiel, which recounts a royal wedding, jousting tournament and ritualistic dance - all events which have etched a mark on Munich’s popular folklore. 

This afternoon perform a concert at a school in Munich followed by a meet and greet with the students.

Overnight Munich.

This morning your coach will take you to the Bavarian Alps to visit former King Ludwig Castle Neuschwanstein.

Neuschwanstein Castle was built in the 1800s and is the inspiration for Disney's "Cinderella" castle.

Enjoy a guided tour of the fascinating and stunningly beautiful castle.

Late afternoon, you will return to Munich.

Overnight Munich.

This morning we make our way to Markenukirchen where there are more than 100 active Vogtland instrument makers. During your stay, you will be able to see the production of high quality instruments with a global reputation.

Inhale the aroma of the workshops while talking shop with the master craftsman – touching and trying the instruments is allowed and encouraged.

Your group will be divided into sub-groups, according to the instrument you play or are passionate about.

Enjoy a visit to the local museum of musical instruments as well as visiting Vogtland Arena in Klingenthal.

Overnight Markenukirchen region.

Spend the morning visiting instrument makers and museums in the Vogtland Arena.

Later this afternoon you will perform an outdoor concert in a local spa town. Following the concert free time to explore the Spa town and “taste” the healing waters.

End the day with some musical entertainment with a local music group.

Overnight Markenukirchen region.

This morning we say goodbye to Germany and make our way to Prague.

Upon arrival meet your local guide for a two hour walking tour of Prague Old Town. Explore the Old Town including the Old New Synagogue, Old Town Square and Astronomical Clock.

Overnight Prague.

This morning transfer to the Hradschin Castle District for a two hour guided tour of Prague Castle.

You will see St. Vitus Cathedral, Old Royal Palace, St. George's Basilica and the Golden Lane with Daliborka Tower.

Prague Castle is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is the largest coherent castle complex in the world, with an area of almost 70,000 m².

This afternoon enjoy a concert at a venue in Prague, possibly at the Czech Museum of Music.

Overnight Prague.

This morning we depart Prague and stop in Cesky Krumlov where you will have time to discover this pretty medieval town in Southern Bohemia on your own.

You will then continue to Salzburg and upon arrival check in to your accommodation

Overnight Salzburg.

This morning you will take a guided two hour city walk. Explore Mirabell Gardens, cross the Salzach bridge to the Getreidegasse, famous shopping street in Salzburg to the old market square, passing by the large Festival Hall, venue of the famous annual classic summer festival, St. Peter ́s Abbey & Cemetery and Residence square with the Cathedral.

This afternoon visit and take a self guided tour of Mozart’s Birthplace.

There's time later this afternoon to discover Salzburg Old Town further on your own.

Overnight Salzburg.

This morning board your private coach and transfer to Hallein.

Enjoy a guided tour of the famous Hallein Salt Mines, where you will don a miners smock, slide downs wooden slides and cross an underground lake.

Overnight Salzburg

This morning meet at Salzburg Cathedral for set up and rehearsal

At 11:00am the Ecumenical Mass-Service begins for all participating groups at Salzburg Cathedral, with each choir/orchestra performing one piece.

Organisation of an outdoor concerts at one of the town squares or Mirabell Gardens.

This evening enjoy a buffet-dinner with Austrian entertainment.

Overnight Salzburg.

This morning enjoy a fully guided Sound of Music Tour featuring most sites shown in the movie.

You will begin by passing by Nonnberg Monastery and the gazebo at Hellbrunn Castle, before going into the Lake District and see the sites in Mondsee, St. Gilgen and Fuschl

This afternoon take part in an outdoor concert in a music shell in the Lake District.

Overnight Salzburg.

This morning you drive across the German border into Berchtesgaden, one of the chief attractions of the Eastern Bavarian Alps. When driving up the mountain, you will understand why Hitler had chosen the Eagles Nest for his “home fortress”. On a clear day you will have a beautiful view far into the surrounding of Berchtesgaden as well as the Bavarian and Austrian Alps.

This afternoon you will take a boat ride along the sheer rock faces of Lake Königssee, the jewel among Berchtesgaden lakes. During the crossing to St. Bartholomew the
boatman plays his trumpet to lure out the world-famous Königssee echo from the steep rock face. In St. Bartholomew the lovely pilgrimage church is world-renowned for its wine-red onion domes.

This evening you perform an outdoor concert amidst the Bavarian Alps.

Overnight Salzburg.

This morning board your private coach to Budapest with a stop in Bratislava.

There's time to discover Slovakia’s capital city.

Continue to Budapest and check-in to your accommodation.

Overnight Budapest.

This morning enjoy a two-three hour guided sightseeing tour of Budapest.

This afternoon take a guided tour to the Danube Bend. Stop at Szentendre, the city of living Art and its cobbled stoned Main Square with the Plague Cross in the middle. This charming little town, whose name means "Saint Andrew", is known for its well-preserved houses and churches, many built in a Balkan style as the area was originally settled by Serbian refugees. Today the town's best-known inhabitants are artists and small galleries can be found on every street corner.

This evening perform an outdoor concert at a venue in Budapest.

Overnight Budapest.

Today you will take part in a full day workshops with a Kodaly Specialist

Dinner tonight is at a traditional gypsy tavern.

Overnight Budapest

This morning board your private coach to Vienna with a stop en route in Eisenstadt, a charming province town south of Vienna.

Visit and take a guided tour of Esterhazy Palace, one of the most beautiful baroque palaces in Austria which presents a fascinating view of the resplendent life once lived at the court of the Princes Esterházy. The tour compellingly captures the life of Joseph Haydn, and the music, festivals and lifestyle at the Esterházy court.

Informal concert in the Haydn Hall of Esterhazy Palace.

This afternoon you will continue to Vienna and upon arrival check in to your accommodation.

Overnight Vienna.

This morning a fascinating two hours clinic possibly with a music director of the Vienna Symphonic Orchestra for the orchestra at a suitable venue.

This afternoon meet your guide for a three hour sightseeing tour featuring the whereabouts of famous composers such as Beethoven, Haydn, Strauss, Schubert and Mozart. Your tour also includes seeing Hofburg Palace, Belvedere Palace, the State Opera House, and the House of Parliament.

There's time this afternoon for leisure and some souvenir shopping.

Overnight Vienna.

This morning your will have the opportunity to visit the House of Music Museum (which includes the Vienna Philharmonic Museum) – the world’s best hands-on museum; an interactive sound museum which provides a new approach to music on a playful as well as scientific level. The exhibition manages to explain the world of sound in an amusing and highly interactive way. Exhibits are spread over four floors and cover everything from how sound is created, through to Vienna's Philharmonic Orchestra and street noises.

This afternoon visit Schoenbrunn Palace, the former summer-residence of the Habsburg-family and today a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. The tour of the imperial apartments will take you on a journey through the centuries. Afterwards, stroll through the lush Baroque Gardens.

Farewell dinner at a typical Viennese Heurigen Restaurant with Austrian music entertainment.

Overnight Vienna.