As musicians ourselves, we know there’s nothing quite like the buzz of performance – the anticipation, the energy, and that unforgettable moment when you step on stage and connect with your audience. It’s why we’re passionate about creating adult concert tours that let you focus on the music, whilst we take care of everything else.
As an award-winning company, Rayburn Tours takes care of every detail – from seamless logistics and tailored itineraries to the publicity of your concerts – helping you perform to engaged, appreciative audiences. With our dedicated team and 24/7 on-tour support, you can travel with complete confidence, knowing we’re with you every step of the way.
Finally, the shared experiences beyond the stage – wine tastings, river cruises, historic landmarks and cultural discoveries – are what truly bring your group together and make your tour magical!
From the UK, to inspiring tour destinations across Italy, France. Germany, Spain and even the USA, your next performance adventure awaits.
- 100% of adult concert tours met tour objectives
- 4.7/5 tour experience
- 100% of groups would tour again
Partnering with Lichfield Festival!
This year we are partnering with Lichfield Festival as proud principal sponsors for the 2026 Midlands Choir of the Year Festival! We can’t wait to help spotlight exceptional UK talent at an unforgettable festival!
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What to expect on an adult concert tour
An adult concert tour with Rayburn Tours offers a rewarding blend of live performance, cultural exploration and shared musical experiences, all within a well-organised and supportive environment. Groups have the opportunity to perform in inspiring venues, connect with new audiences and experience diverse musical traditions whilst travelling together as an ensemble.
Musical Performance & Ensemble Experience
- Performing in a variety of memorable venues such as concert halls, churches and community spaces
- Enhancing ensemble cohesion through rehearsals and live performances
- Developing stage presence, musical expression and confidence in performance
- Embracing the discipline and collaboration that underpin successful group performance
Cultural & Musical Exploration
- Discovering new destinations and experiencing different cultures through music
- Exploring local musical traditions, venues and performance styles
- Engaging with new audiences and sharing music internationally
- Drawing inspiration from the cultural heritage of each destination
Confidence & Shared Experience
- Building confidence through performing in new and varied settings
- Strengthening connections and camaraderie within the group
- Enjoying the independence and enrichment of travelling together
- Creating memorable shared experiences centred around a passion for music
Why we’re specialists for…
Bands
Whether you’re a concert, brass or jazz band, we can tailor a tour to suit all musical styles. We cater to your specific needs, and of course recommend the most appropriate way to transport and store your instruments, with the option of hiring them out. From quaint bandstands and colonnades to lively jazz clubs and market squares, we’ve handpicked the best venues to make your band trip abroad one for the books!
Choirs
We’ve worked with some seriously cool, creative and charismatic choral groups over the years, and these inspiring destinations are perfect for your next choir trip abroad! From prestigious cathedrals and churches to beautiful parks and gardens, we have a range of stunning venues to suit any repertoire, where the acoustics, stage size and venue type are perfectly matched to your choir.
Orchestras
From bustling market squares and scenic bandstands to beautiful churches, we offer a range of superb venues and destinations that are tailored to orchestras. We know how important your instruments are, which is why we’ll recommend the most suitable way to transport and store them, with the alternative option of hiring them out. An orchestra trip abroad will fuel your groups’ fire and inspire a deeper passion for music.
Venues
Whatever your sound and style, we cater for all types of youth and adult ensembles and offer a host of spectacular performance venues that perfectly match your ensemble’s repertoire.
Instrument Hire
Prefer to leave your instruments at home? We can hire the instruments you require so they’re ready and waiting for you!
Publicity
We work with tourist boards, venues and online outlets to publicise your concerts on your behalf, as well as create and distribute eye-catching leaflets and posters to help gather you an audience.
Popular Concert Tour Destinations for Adult Ensembles
These destinations offer inspiring performance opportunities for adult choirs, bands, and orchestras, blending world-class cultural settings with vibrant audiences, rich musical traditions, and memorable touring experiences.
Key destinations for adult concert tours
Belgium
Belgium is a long-standing favourite for adult concert tours, offering a compact geography with several historic cities in close proximity. Touring ensembles can easily travel between Bruges, Ghent, Brussels and Ypres, performing in atmospheric squares, churches and civic venues.
Popular Venues:
- Talbot House, Poperinge
- Market Square, De Panne
- Ostend Bandstand, Ostend
- Last Post Ceremony, Menin Gate, Ypres
- St Salvators Cathedral, Bruges
- St Michael’s Church , Ghent
United Kingdom
Concert tours in the United Kingdom are ideal for adult ensembles wishing to stay closer to home while still enjoying the rewards of touring. From historic churches to elegant gardens and grand civic halls, the UK offers a diverse range of performance settings across vibrant cities and scenic regions.
Popular Venues:
- Victoria Embankment Gardens, London
- St George’s Hall
- Cross Street Chapel, Manchester
- Canongate Kirk
- National Botanic Garden of Wales, Carmarthenshire
- St Mary’s Collegiate Church, Warwick
- Cromford Mills
France
France offers outstanding opportunities for adult concert tours, combining rich cultural heritage, striking performance venues and world-renowned destinations. From historic churches to contemporary spaces, ensembles can perform in inspiring settings while experiencing the depth and variety of French culture.
Popular Venues:
- Grande Halle, Saint-Martin-de-Crau
- Aix Cathedral, Provence
- Saint-Sulpice Church
- Juno Beach Centre
Planning an Adult Concert Tour Abroad
Rayburn Tours follows a structured, expert-led approach to planning adult music tours, ensuring high-quality performance opportunities, seamless organisation and an enriching travel experience at every stage.
- Define ensemble goals and musical direction
Tours are tailored to the ensemble type, repertoire and artistic ambitions of each group, whether amateur, community-based or professional. - Select the most suitable destination
Destinations are chosen based on performance standards, audience opportunities, cultural interest, accessibility and overall budget. - Design a balanced performance itinerary
Concerts, rehearsals and potential collaborations are carefully balanced with sightseeing, cultural experiences and time to relax and socialise. - Assess venues and logistics
Performance spaces, accommodation, transport, rehearsal facilities and technical requirements are thoroughly planned to ensure a smooth touring experience. - Prepare ensemble members
Pre-tour guidance includes rehearsal planning, performance expectations, travel arrangements, packing advice and cultural insights. - Deliver the tour with expert support
Experienced tour managers and trusted local partners ensure performances, logistics and accommodation run efficiently throughout. - Review and celebrate the experience
Post-tour reflection allows ensembles to celebrate performances, recognise musical achievements and relive memorable moments together.
Why choose an adult concert tour with Rayburn Tours?
- Provides inspiring performance opportunities in exceptional venues
- Enhances musical development, confidence and ensemble cohesion
- Encourages cultural exchange through shared musical experiences
- Strengthens group connection and collective performance quality
- Combines music-making with enriching travel and cultural discovery
- Professionally organised with expert guidance throughout
- Creates lasting musical memories and shared experiences
Community Choirs
Our Community Choirs page has some stellar case studies – including Wellingborough Community Gospel Choir’s experience with us – from the Edinburgh Fringe Festival to achieving Community Choir of the Year, all the way to a VERY popular Saturday night TV show – any guesses?
All the added extras…
Instrument Transportation
We work closely with airlines and coaches, which means we’re able to outline their policies in the very early planning stages. We'll make your much-loved instruments are carefully transported.
We've got you covered!
For your financial security, you must have insurance when travelling with us, whether it be your own or the insurance we provide through Aviva. We highly recommend our insurance because it’s tailored specifically for school groups and offers cover for Covid related cancellation and curtailment.
Tour Managers
A Tour Manager can provide on-hand support and ensure your trip runs smoothly, making your life that little bit easier.
FAQ’s
- What sort of venues can you book for my group?
We work with a wide range of venues – including cathedrals, outdoor bandstands, town squares, tourist attractions, retirement homes and shopping centres. The sort of venue we book depends on many elements, including your chosen destination, time of year, repertoire and staging requirements, among others. The more information you can give us about your group and your expectations, the better we can match your group with the most suitable venue.
- How do we get an audience for our concerts?
Rayburn Tours promotes your performances through a variety of tailored publicity efforts. Where appropriate, we collaborate with tourist boards, venues, and online media to maximise concert attendance. Additionally, we design and distribute eye-catching promotional materials, including printed flyers and posters (where required), along with digital versions for online distribution. Extra flyers are also provided to group leaders and Tour Managers for on-the-day promotion. To further enhance visibility, we encourage groups to actively promote their performances on social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter).
- Transport options – How can we travel?
There are different ways to travel, whether by air, coach or rail for a concert tour- depending on your needs. Consider how much equipment you have and the easiest way to transport it whilst out on tour. If you are taking instruments or other equipment on your concert trip, check out our instrument transportation blog!
- What type of accommodations are available to us?
We offer a range of 3* and 4* hotels to suit your group’s needs. Options include twin, double, and single rooms, ensuring flexibility for all travellers. All accommodations include a delicious breakfast, so you can start your day energised and ready for your programme of performances and excursions. We can also include packed lunches and evening meals (taken either at your accommodation or in local restaurants), all to suit your requirements.
- Can you provide a Tour Manager from Rayburn Tours?
Yes, we can include a Tour Manager at your request for an additional cost. Your Tour Manager will be either a member of the Rayburn Tours team or an external professional who, where needed, will speak the local language to ensure your tour runs smoothly from start to finish.
- What is a Tour Manager?
A Tour Manager is here to help you with logistics while on tour. They help you to check in to your hotel, liaise with concert venue organisers to ensure your performances run smoothly, distribute flyers to the public, and coordinate travel to and from each destination. A Tour Manager is there to support you every step of the way during your tour.
- Do we need performance permits?
Some venues do require a performance permit, particularly for outdoor performances. However, our Rayburn Tours concert experts will take care of this when arranging your concerts.
- Is there somewhere we can store our instruments?
Where possible we can arrange additional storage for instruments and equipment at your accommodation. Please ensure you request this when you first enquire with us, so that we can advise you accordingly.
- Do we offer tours to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe?
Yes! Your group could take part in the world’s biggest arts festival, with your group’s name featured in the official programme! Check out our Edinburgh Fringe page for more information.
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