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Songs of Peace
A Choral Journey through Austria & Northern Italy
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Songs of Peace
A Choral Journey through Austria & Northern Italy
October 1–9, 2027
From $3,695 USD
Optional Venice Extension: October 9–12, 2027
From $1,805 USD
Explore the musical heritage of Vienna and Salzburg, where the lives of celebrated composers remain closely connected to the places they called home. Visit historic abbeys, encounter regional traditions, and pause for remembrance and reflection at the Mauthausen Memorial.
Across cultures and traditions, music becomes a common language, opening opportunities to meet people, exchange stories, and experience communities beyond their familiar landmarks. Between rehearsals and performances, enjoy Alpine landscapes, local food, and conversations around shared tables. Singers and companions alike will find opportunities to participate, explore, and build connections.
An optional Venice extension offers time to discover the city's artistic heritage, glassmaking traditions, and quieter neighborhoods.
A custom tour for members of the College Park Chorale and their spouses, family members, close friends, and others connected to the choir community.
Allison Hughes & Kimberly Schmidt
Tour Experts
Austria, Italy
Countries Visited
9 Days, plus an optional 4-day extension
Duration
Moderately Active
Activity Level
Trip Highlights
Share Music Across Cultures – Sing alongside local church and community choirs, sharing songs of peace and hope while making connections through music and conversation.
Walk Through Musical History – Follow Mozart’s story in Salzburg and explore Vienna through the music of Beethoven, Schubert, and Strauss, connecting composers with the cities that shaped their lives.
Alpine Landscapes and Traditions – Travel through the Austrian Alps and South Tyrol, discovering mountain towns, local crafts, and regional food traditions before hiking in the Dolomites.
Encounter Faith and Memory – Visit Melk and Neustift abbeys, explore historic churches, and reflect at the Mauthausen Memorial on remembrance and the call to peace.
Explore the Many Layers of Venice– Choose the optional Venice extension to discover Murano glassmaking, the Doge’s Palace, and quieter neighborhoods, with time to explore at your own pace.
DAY 1 • October 1, 2027
The Prelude
Arrive in Vienna and settle into the rhythm of a city where music will shape the days ahead. Enjoy some time exploring the city before checking into your hotel. At the welcome dinner, meet fellow travelers and begin the conversations that will continue throughout the tour.
Overnight: Vienna
DAY 2 • October 2, 2027
Where Music Finds Its Voice
Begin at the Kunsthistorisches Museum, where art offers another way to encounter Vienna’s rich cultural story. Follow in the footsteps of Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert, and Strauss and visit streets and landmarks connected to their lives and music.
Overnight: Vienna
DAY 3 • October 3, 2027
When Voices Come Together
Join Vienna Community Church for Sunday worship and experience the city through its community of faith. An afternoon rehearsal and performance offer an opportunity to share music and its message of peace. The evening is yours to discover more of Vienna and enjoy dinner at a place of your choosing.
Overnight: Vienna
DAY 4 • October 4, 2027
A Time for Remembrance
Visit Melk Abbey before continuing to the Mauthausen Memorial, a place of remembrance and reflection on the suffering and persecution of the Nazi era. Consider the responsibilities of memory and peace before traveling onward to Salzburg. Following an early dinner, gather for a rehearsal and performance.
Overnight: Salzburg
DAY 5 • October 5, 2027
Echoes of Mozart
Explore Salzburg's streets and historic landmarks, visiting places connected to Mozart's life and music. Enjoy free time to wander, visit a museum, or linger over a meal.
Overnight: Salzburg
DAY 6 • October 6, 2027
Bells and Voices in Harmony
Travel through the Austrian Alps, pausing in Hall in Tirol before reaching Innsbruck. At the Grassmayr Bell Museum, learn how generations of bellmakers have crafted bells whose sounds resonate across Alpine communities. Enjoy time in Innsbruck's old town before an early dinner, followed by a rehearsal and performance.
Overnight: Innsbruck
DAY 7 • October 7, 2027
Traditions of South Tyrol
Cross into South Tyrol and stop in Sterzing to explore local craftsmanship and regional food traditions. Continue to Neustift Abbey and its museum for a closer look at the area’s religious and cultural history. Settle into Brixen, with time to enjoy dinner at a place of your choosing and an evening at leisure.
Overnight: Brixen
DAY 8 • October 8, 2027
The Finale
Spend the day amid the dramatic peaks and valleys of the Dolomites, exploring Villnöss on foot or simply taking in the Alpine scenery. Return to Brixen for a farewell dinner before gathering for one final rehearsal and performance.
Overnight: Brixen
DAY 9 • October 9, 2027
Carry the Music Home
Travel from Brixen to Venice as the main tour comes to a close. Those returning home make their way to Marco Polo Airport, with memories of shared music and new friendships. Travelers joining the optional extension continue into Venice to discover its canals, piazzas, and neighborhood streets.
Optional Venice Extension
DAY 1 • October 9, 2027
A City Reached by Water
Travel from Brixen to Venice for the optional extension, arriving at your hotel by water taxi. Settle in and enjoy an evening at your leisure, with dinner at a place of your choosing. For a fitting introduction to Venice’s rich musical heritage, consider an optional performance of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons.
Overnight: Venice
DAY 2 • October 10, 2027
Craft and Everyday Venetian Life
Discover Murano’s glassmaking traditions before exploring Venice on foot beyond its busiest sights. Churches filled with art, residential neighborhoods, and the historic Jewish ghetto reveal different layers of the city’s story. With free time and dinner on your own, there is room to pause and make discoveries along the way.
Overnight: Venice
DAY 3 • October 11, 2027
Stories Along the Grand Canal
Explore the Doge’s Palace, Bridge of Sighs, and historic prison with a local guide before continuing to the Arsenale. Enjoy a free afternoon before gathering for a farewell dinner to share memories of your time together.
Overnight: Venice
DAY 4 • October 12, 2027
Songs and Stories to Carry
Enjoy your final hours in Venice before departing for home. Plan your flight for mid- to late afternoon. As the tour comes to a close, carry with you the music shared, the places explored, and the friendships formed across Austria and northern Italy.
Pricing
Tour fare per person based on shared and single occupancy.
This is a custom tour for members of the College Park Chorale and their spouses, family members, close friends, and others connected to the choir community.
Songs of Peace - October 1-9, 2027
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Early Booking Rate until April 1, 2027
Shared Occupancy: $3,695 USD | $5,095 CAD
Single Occupancy: $4,235 USD | $5,840 CAD
Standard Tour Fare
Shared Occupancy: $4,105 USD | $5,665 CAD
Single Occupancy: $4,645 USD | $6,405 CAD
Please note: A small group supplement will apply if the tour operates with fewer than 20 travelers.
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Carefully selected accommodations in well-located 3–4-star hotels, offering a comfortable base for exploring the cities and communities along the way
Comfortable coach transportation, with complimentary water on board
Daily breakfasts and 4 dinners, with opportunities to share stories and connect with fellow travelers around the table
The expertise and guidance of dedicated Tour Experts, bringing meaningful perspectives to the music, history, and communities encountered along the way
Knowledgeable local guides in select destinations, offering deeper insight into the region’s history, culture, and traditions
Admission fees for included sightseeing, museums, historic sites, and cultural experiences as detailed in the itinerary
Applicable tour taxes and gratuities for drivers, local guides, and included group meals
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International airfare and associated fees
Airport transfers upon arrival and departure
Meals not specified in the inclusions
Beverages with meals
Optional excursions and activities beyond the included itinerary
Visas, entry permits, and electronic travel authorizations (if required)
Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
Optional Venice Extension - October 9-12, 2027
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Early Booking Rate until April 1, 2027
Shared Occupancy: $1,805 USD | $2,495 CAD
Single Occupancy: $2,145 USD | $2,965 CAD
Standard Tour Fare
Shared Occupancy: $2,005 USD | $2,770 CAD
Single Occupancy: $2,345 USD | $3,240 CAD
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Comfortable accommodations in a traditional 3-star Venetian hotel, offering a welcoming base for discovering the city’s history, culture, and everyday life
Group transfer from the coach arrival point in Venice to your hotel on the first day of the extension
Daily breakfasts and 1 farewell dinner, with time to share stories and reflect on the tour
The expertise and guidance of dedicated Tour Experts, bringing meaningful perspectives to Venice’s art, history, and cultural heritage
Knowledgeable local guides for select visits, offering deeper insight into the people, places, and traditions that have shaped the city
All admission fees for included sightseeing, historic sites, museums, and cultural experiences as detailed in the extension itinerary
Applicable tour taxes and gratuities for included transfers, local guides, and the group dinner
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International airfare and associated fees
Airport transfers upon arrival and departure
Local public transportation, including vaporetto water bus fares
Meals not specified in the inclusions
Beverages with meals
Optional excursions and activities beyond the included itinerary
Visas, entry permits, and electronic travel authorizations (if required)
Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
Tour Experts
Kimberly D. Schmidt
Tour Expert
Mary S. Sprunger
Tour Expert
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