Chaminade College Prep Spain-2026

Hi Conor!

It’s my pleasure to personally guide you through the fully customized itinerary that we’ve carefully curated for your trip to Spain. In every aspect of your tour, your goals and desires are our priority, ensuring a travel experience that is as personalized as it is seamless. From our industry-leading protection plans and guaranteed rates that safeguard against the unexpected, to the unrivaled expertise of our tour managers who bring every destination to life, every detail is thoughtfully considered.

What truly sets your experience apart are our dynamic venues, handpicked for their ability to enchant and engage, complete with guaranteed audiences to elevate every performance. This unique blend of meticulous planning, exclusive access, and comprehensive support ensures that your performance tour transcends the ordinary, making it a truly one-of-a-kind experience.

Welcome to Encore Tours, where your dream tour awaits.


Your Encore Benefits

We do not raise our prices based on currency fluctuations in the marketplace. This alleviates any unwelcome currency surcharges during the planning period or immediately prior to travel.

Our Tour Managers are repeatedly evaluated and praised as being the best in educational travel, and they are available to you 24 hours per day. The tour manager stays in the same hotel as the group, and coordinates hotel check-ins, restaurant reservations, and concert venue availability and rehearsal time. These representatives also deliver the educational portion of the tour with detailed historical commentary during travel.

All participants are covered at no extra cost by our Basic Protection Plan covering health insurance overseas and trip cancellation/interruption in case of illness. Participants also have the option to upgrade to our Ultimate or Ultimate Plus plans, which include the ability to cancel for any reason up to four days before departure and still receive a full refund. Additionally, all Encore participants travel with an automatic $15,000 health protection plan.

Encore Tours and our parent company, ACIS, carry a $50 million general liability insurance policy to protect our groups.  In addition, as an Active Member of the United States Tour Operators Association (USTOA), we post a $1 million indemnity bond as part of USTOA’s Travelers Assistance Program.

Register 30 or more participants with Encore Tours and we will award your group a FREE weekend getaway for two to Paris or London over Veteran’s Day Weekend or Martin Luther King Day Weekend. We have had ensembles raise over $20,000 using this gift as a raffle prize.

Join Encore staff for our annual Prelude event, a free professional development weekend for ensemble directors and a guest that takes place in a different musically rich international destination.

“Incredible! I cherished every moment. It was truly a once-in-a-lifetime journey. Such experiences would have been impossible on my own. Being pampered in this manner and witnessing the professionalism and luxury that Encore embodies was an absolute delight.” – 2024 Prelude attendee

We are excited to offer the choice of group billing or direct billing and will gladly work with your preference. With group billing you will receive an invoice with each participant’s balance and payment due prior to the due date.  If you decide to enroll your group in direct billing Encore will mail invoices to each participant for all payments due. Accounts can also be accessed 24 hours a day on our website and payments can be made online with MasterCard and Visa for no additional cost. This is the suggested payment plan, however you can adjust it according to the group’s needs.

Automatic Payments Plan 

Encore offers an auto-pay option for all participants signed up for individual billing. Enrollment in the plan is free and funds are withdrawn from the participant’s checking account on a regular basis, with the last payment being processed 45 days prior to departure.

Encore has offices overseas in the event of an emergency. In addition, US staff are always available to ensure you are receiving a quality travel experience, before, during and after your concert tour. All land arrangements including concert bookings and promotion are provided directly by Encore’s affiliate offices, offering the highest quality services and the very best value to our clients.

Enhance your professional development! Directors and participants have the opportunity to earn graduate-level credits through their tour experience and participation in our Prelude events. These educational opportunities not only enrich your tour but also contribute to your lifelong learning and professional growth.

Tour Inclusions

  • Roundtrip airfare
  • Airport and airline taxes, and fuel surcharges
  • Accommodations at conveniently located 3- or 4-star hotels
  • Rooming in TRIPLE room occupancy.
  • Breakfast daily and selected lunches or dinners as per your itinerary
  • All sightseeing and entrances as featured in the itinerary
  • Private deluxe air-conditioned motor coach and driver
  • Services of a professional Tour Manager throughout your program
  • Basic gratuities for the tour manager and bus drivers
  • Arrangements for three formal concert performance opportunities and 1 impromptu concert opportunity
  • All concert arrangements include venue rental and allocation, all necessary concert permits, all pre-concert advertisement, and on-site concert assistance
  • AVE Train from Seville to Barcelona
  • Pre-concert rehearsal time, where possible
  • Vox Headsets
  • Keyboard Rental for Formal Concerts
  • Guides: Madrid, Toledo, Granada, Seville, Barcelona
  • Entrances: Prado, Alhambra, Seville Cathedra, Alcazar, Giralda Tower. Sagrada Familia, Parc Guell

Important Notes:

  • 2 nts Madrid, 2 nts Granada, 2 nts Seville, 2 nts Barcelona

What’s Not Included?

  • Baggage Fees imposed by the airlines 
  • Any meals not listed in your itinerary 
  • Programs for the concerts 
  • Allocations of specific seat assignments on flights 

Pricing Options

TravelersPriceFree Spots
35$5,5392
40$5,3992
45$5,2992
50$5,2392

Payment Deadlines

DateAmount
Feb 15, 2025$200
May 15, 2025$1,000
August, 15 2025$1,000
December 15, 2025Balance Due

Sample Venues

Please note that venues are not confirmed until expressly stated by your Program Consultant.

San Manuel y San Benito Church

Madrid

The Church of San Manuel y San Benito is a Catholic church located in Madrid. The building, which was designed by Fernando Arbós y Tremanti, was built at the beginning of the twentieth century and was declared an official Cultural Monument in 1982. This church is a fantastic venue for choral concerts and Mass participations.

Omnium Sanctorum Church

Seville

The Omnium Sanctorum Church in Seville is a13th-century church with a unique stone doorway & Gothic windows, located in the Feria district of Seville. It’s elaborate interior and wonderful acoustics make it a fantastic venue for choral performances.

Basílica Pontificia San Miguel

Madrid

This Basilica represents the Vatican in Madrid as it is the Basilica Pontificia de San Miguel. Built in the late 1700’s, it has amazing acoustics and is located behind the Plaza Mayor. The audience can hold over 400 people and the church has an historical organ located on the first floor at the church feet. It is consider among the best jewels of Spanish Baroque and is perfect for traveling choirs!

Sample Hotels

Traveling on a performance trip is a moving experience, and our goal is to ensure that all travelers have a life-changing experience. We also know that time is money, and comfort is essential. That’s why, when you’re touring with Encore, you will always stay in well-located, three- or four-star hotels—right in the heart of the destination you came to see.

Espahotel Plaza De Espana

Madrid

Located in the center of Madrid, the Espahotel Plaza De Espana offers easy access to highlights of this wonderful city. Comfort can also be found with spacious rooms, free internet, buffet breakfast each morning, and more. 24 hour reception is available to provide any guidance for your travels and to ensure all your needs are being met during your stay.

Hotel Ribera De Triana

Seville

Experience an exceptional stay at this 4-star hotel situated in Seville’s vibrant Triana district. Enjoy well-lit rooms with comfortable amenities, paired with breathtaking panoramic views of the city and River Guadalquivir from select superior rooms featuring terraces. Treat yourself to delicious dining options at the on-site restaurant and bar, and unwind with premium amenities including a gym, jacuzzi, Turkish bath, solarium, and outdoor pool. Highly recommended for unparalleled vistas and an unforgettable stay.

Melia Granada

Granada

This recently refurbished 4-star hotel, centrally located near the cathedral and the Alcaicería, invites guests to explore the city’s impressive heritage, including the renowned World Heritage sites of La Alhambra and the Generalife. With a perfect mix of luxury and comfort, it guarantees an unforgettable Granada adventure. Experience the finest of Andalusian hospitality in the hotel’s premium “The Level” sections, which offer spectacular Alhambra panoramas from the terrace.

Hotel Lleo

Barcelona

This charming and modern hotel, adorned with bright and welcoming décor, is ideally situated in the heart of Barcelona. It serves as the perfect base for exploring the city, located near La Rambla and just a short walk from Plaza Catalunya. After a day of sightseeing, guests can unwind at the rooftop swimming pool and enjoy a few drinks at the bar, or retreat to their rooms and stay connected with high-speed Wi-Fi.

Have any additional questions? Reach out to your program manager directly, or contact us for any assistance.

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