Youth Music Tours to Prague, Czech Republic | Concert Tours from Rayburn Tours

St. Vitus' Cathedral at Prague Castle

Situated within the magnificent Prague Castle, participating in mass at the Catholic Cathedral of St. Vitus is an awe-inspiring experience for all. The cathedral’s towers dominate Prague’s skyline and as you gaze up at the vast, vaulted nave and wind your way up the bell tower, it is no surprise that this cathedral is the largest and considered the most important church in Prague.

Peace Square

This pleasant square is dominated by the Church of St. Ludmila. The square in front of the church has landscaped gardens and provides an ideal area for a performance. Many locals use the square as a place to socialize and sit on the many benches – the perfect audience.

Towns Outside Prague

We highly recommend venturing outside the city to experience the hospitality found in the nearby Czech towns. In the area of Western Bohemia, the beautiful spa town of Marianske Lazne is home to the breathtakingly ornate colonnade which makes a stunning performance venue. Here, following the musical display from the town’s ‘singing’ fountain, the gathered tourists become your audience. For choirs, the Catholic church in Lysa nad Labem offers a warm reception from the local residents.

Performance Highlight
St Nicholas Church

A highlight for many groups is the opportunity to perform in this beautiful Baroque church. Located in the heart of Prague on the Old Town Square, the white exterior stands proud against the hustle and bustle of the square below. The venue accepts a mixed repertoire making it suitable for your choir or small orchestra to take part in the regular lunchtime series.

Whether you choose to stay in Prague or venture out into the surrounding countryside, there is certainly more than enough to keep you entertained.

Staré Mesto

Prague’s Old Town, which spreads along the Vltava’s right bank, is a great introduction to the city. Visit the Old Town Square and see the Astronomical Clock and Tyn Church, complete with its world-famous towers.

Krizik Fountain Show

A music and light extravaganza held at the Prague Exhibition Grounds. This 40-minute show with hundreds of water jets, lights and a variety of music takes place several times each evening in the summer months.

Prague Castle

Back to Prague and no Czech tour is complete without a visit through Matthias Gate into Prague Castle, the city’s most famous landmark. Be there at noon to watch the changing of the guard before strolling past the quaint, coloured houses which make up Goldmakers’ Lane. Inside the castle walls you’ll find St. Vitus’s Cathedral, the largest church in Prague which for over 600 years has dominated the city’s skyline.

Charles Bridge

One of the most famous landmarks in Prague, filled with buskers and caricature artists.

Vltava River Cruise

For something a little different, climb aboard a boat for a buffet supper as you cruise along the River Vltava – a truly relaxing way to see the sights after a day of performing. The two-hour cruise takes you through a lock on the Vltava and continues down towards the iconic Charles Bridge, with its 30 Baroque statues, artisans and souvenir vendors, to the Castle District, which is beautifully illuminated at night.

Kutná Hora

An hour’s journey east of Prague will take you to Kutná Hora, a former silver mining town which in medieval times was one of the wealthiest in the kingdom. Here, visitors can enter the famous Ossuary (church of bones), the medieval silver mine or the exceptionally beautiful Gothic Cathedral of St. Barbara.

Hotel Duo

The Hotel Duo is a 3 star hotel situated to the north east of the city centre. The hotel offers comfortable accommodation with private facilities, as well as an indoor swimming pool and bowling alley. We use this hotel regularly and we highly recommend it for youth groups.

All of our tours are bespoke, therefore the itinerary below is simply an example; the duration, concert venues, leisure excursions and accommodation centre used will be selected to match the requirements of your group. Please contact us to discuss your bespoke itinerary.

The Abbey School

Day 1

The group boarded their coach for their Dover to Calais ferry crossing, and subsequent coach journey to Prague.

Day 2

The group arrived at their hotel and were greeted by their courier. Some time was then spent rehearsing, before a hearty meal and a game of bowling!

Day 3

Further rehearsal time was scheduled, before they embarked on a guided sightseeing tour, including the Charles Bridge, the Old Town and the Astronomical clock. Early evening saw the group’s first performance at Korunni Chapel.

Day 4

The day started early with a journey to the silver-mining town of Kutna Hora, and then on to Podebrady Spa Hall where the group changed clothes for their second performance. The group’s evening then consisted of a competitive but fun quiz night!

Day 5

Some of the group chose to spend the morning going for a swim, while others enjoy a leisurely walk. A much anticipated performance was then had at St Nicholas Church, followed by an evening dinner cruise along the River Vltava.

Day 6

The group checked out, with just enough time to visit Prague Castle, before returning to the UK.

Capital: Prague
Currency: Czech koruna (CZK)
Official language: Czech
Time zone: Central European Time (GMT+1)

Distance from Calais:
Prague: 15 hr 30 min (683 miles/1,100km)

Traditional cuisine:
Roast pork with dumplings and sauerkraut
Smazeny syr (deep-fried cheese in bread crumbs with a mayonnaise style sauce)

Did you know:
Man’s first steps on the moon were accompanied by music taken from ‘From the New World’, the famous symphony by acclaimed Czech composer Antonín Dvořák.