From the soulful canals of Venice to the vibrant jazz scene of Rome, experience a performance tour where history, rhythm, and improvisation come together in perfect harmony. Rehearse and jam with local musicians, perform in legendary venues, and let the timeless spirit of Italy set the stage for an unforgettable journey through jazz and culture. Tour Highlights Performance at Grand Central Bistro, Venice Jam session with musicians at Conservatorio di Musica Arrigo Pedrollo Exclusive concert at the Auditorium Monte di Lucca Combo performance at the iconic Four Rooms Bistro, Perugia Final concert at the Ellington Club in Rome Exploration of Venice’s legendary canals and historic jazz culture Walking tour of Florence, featuring the Accademia and Michelangelo’s David Guided tour of Rome’s jazz clubs and historical landmarks Itinerary 10 Days / 3 Venice / 2 Florence / 1 Perugia / 2 Rome Day 1 OVERNIGHT FLIGHT Departure from the United States. Day 2 VENICE Arrive in Venice, one of the most enchanting cities in the world. Meet your Encore Tour Manager and transfer by boat to your hotel. Take a guided walk through the city’s winding alleys and picturesque canals before enjoying a welcome dinner. Day 3 VENICE Visit the Conservatorio di Musica Arrigo Pedrollo for a musical exchange and jam session with local jazz musicians. Spend the afternoon exploring Venice before gathering for an evening performance. Day 4 VENICE Explore the Venetian Lagoon with stops at Murano, Burano, or Torcello. Later, perform at Grand Central Bistro in an exciting showcase of jazz artistry. Day 5 FLORENCE Travel to Florence, the heart of Tuscany. Take a walking tour of the city’s artistic and musical landmarks, including a visit to the Accademia to see Michelangelo’s David. Enjoy a relaxing evening with dinner in a local trattoria. Day 6 FLORENCE Head to Fiesole for a musical exchange at the Scuola Musica. Later, travel to Lucca for an evening performance at the Auditorium Monte di Lucca. Day 7 PERUGIA Journey to Perugia, home of the renowned Umbria Jazz Festival. After checking in, explore the city’s lively piazzas before performing at the Four Rooms Bistro. Day 8 ROME Arrive in the Eternal City and tour the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica. Spend the afternoon exploring Piazza Navona, the Spanish Steps, and the Trevi Fountain. Day 9 ROME Discover Rome’s rich history with a guided tour, including the Colosseum and the Pantheon. In the evening, celebrate the tour’s grand finale with a performance at the Ellington Club. Day 10 DEPARTURE Transfer to the airport for the return flight to the United States. Sample Customizations* General Changes Add day(s)/Remove day(s) Add an overnight city (Milan, Naples, Bologna) Add/Remove meals Add/Remove a performance Reverse itinerary Add A Musical Highlight Attend a jazz workshop with a local Italian ensemble Behind-the-scenes tour of the Accademia Nazionale di Santa Cecilia in Rome Special performance at a historic Italian jazz venue Tour the Venice Jazz Club and meet local musicians Attend a live jazz performance at Alexanderplatz Jazz Club in Rome Visit the Umbria Jazz Museum and learn about Italy’s jazz history Private masterclass with a professional jazz artist in Florence Add An Activity Or Excursion Gondola ride through Venice’s canals Private glass-blowing demonstration in Murano Wine tasting in Tuscany Exclusive tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel Walking tour of Trastevere, Rome’s bohemian neighborhood Explore the underground catacombs of Rome Traditional Italian cooking class in Florence Visit to the Colosseum and Roman Forum Sunset boat cruise on the Arno River in Florence Excursion to the hilltop town of Orvieto *All customizations subject to operational feasibility and availability Customize Your Tour Are you ready to take your ensemble to new places? Get a quote from one of our tour consultants who will help you customize a trip to meet your goals. Get A Quote