Youth & School Group Concert Tours to Budapest
Where old-world traditions meet urban living
- Choirs
- Orchestras
With a fascinating history and popular classical music scene, Budapest is one of Europe’s most unique and picturesque cities. Steal a glimpse at its collection of Baroque, Neoclassical and Art Nouveau performance venues and you’ll forever be inspired.
Retaining their distinct identities to this day, the former independent cities of Buda and Pest offer an array of beautiful landmarks and architectural gems to discover. In Buda, you’ll find royal palaces, ancient history and quaint spas, whilst over the Danube River in Pest you can experience the bustling cosmopolitan hub of the city.
Are you an adult music group? This tour is specifically designed with youth groups in mind, so why not take a look at our extensive range of destinations perfect for adults?
Our Recommended Itinerary
Here’s what your trip could look like
Day 1
Flight and transfer to Budapest
Visit the Museum of Music History
Evening meal and Fun Files quiz
Day 2
Guided tour of Budapest
Afternoon rehearsal and concert 1 in the evening
Evening meal
Day 3
Franz Liszt Museum
Afternoon rehearsal and concert 2 in the evening
Evening meal at a local restaurant
Day 4
Visit Fisherman’s Bastion
Afternoon rehearsal and concert 3 in the evening
Danube River Cruise with evening meal
Day 5
Last minute sightseeing and souvenir shopping
Transfer and flight
Arrive home
Based on 5 day, 4 night flight tour for 36 passengers (+4 free places). Subject to availability.
- Return flights from UK to Budapest
- Return airport transfers in resort
- Coaching for excursions listed (3 full days)
- Half board accommodation
- 3 x concerts (including publicity & advertising)
- Travel insurance
- Free staff place ratio 1:10
- 24/7 support
- Vamoos travel app & info pack
- Tailor-made itinerary
- Excursions:
- Budapest Guided Tour
- Franz Liszt Museum
- Fisherman’s Bastion
- Danube River Cruise with Evening Meal
- Museum of Music History
Optional Extras
- Dedicated Tour Manager
- Instrument Hire
- Hoodies and Polo Shirts
Excursions in Budapest
Browse a selection of our favourite excursions
Accommodation
Popular places to stay in Budapest
- Centrally located in Budapest
- Main attractions within easy reach on the M2 and M4 Metro lines
- 2 minute walk from the Keleti train station
- Wi-Fi
- 2 restaurants and lobby bar
- Internet corner
- Meeting rooms
- Gift shop
- Wi-Fi
- Enjoy a delicious meal in one of the hotel’s restaurants
- Pick up a souvenir in the gift shop
- Hop on the Metro for sightseeing and shopping
Performance Venues in Budapest
Popular concert venues in Budapest
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Vac Cathedral
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Varkert Bazaar
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Institute of Musicology
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Aranytiz Cultural Centre
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St Michael’s Church
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St Stephen’s Basilica
- Best suited for: Choirs
- Repertoire recommendation: Sacred
- Location: City centre
- Performance times: Evening
- Best suited for: Choirs and bands
- Repertoire recommendation: Secular
- Location: City Centre (Buda)
- Performance times: Afternoon
- Best suited for: Choirs
- Repertoire recommendation: Classical
- Location: City Centre (Buda)
- Performance times: Afternoon
- Best suited for: Choirs, orchestras, bands
- Repertoire recommendation: Classical or secular
- Location: City Centre (Pest)
- Performance times: Afternoon
- Best suited for: Choirs
- Repertoire recommendation: Sacred
- Location: City Centre (Pest)
- Performance times: Evening
Additional Information
Your journey doesn’t have to end here! See what else we can offer to help you get the most out of your tour. From instrument hire to dedicated Tour Managers, we’ll go above and beyond to support you and your group.
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Real experiences
Why schools choose us
FAQs about this tour
Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.
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Do your hotels comply with our Local Authority’s guidelines?
All hotels are audited to standards set by the School Travel Forum (STF), this criteria is based on information and guidance from educational authorities. Whilst local laws and standards have to be taken into consideration, as they may differ from country to country, our standards do not. We are happy to provide copies of our hotel audits should you wish to see them.
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What happens if our flight operators/transport providers cease to trade whilst we are on tour?
By booking your tour package with us, you are fully covered in the event that you are unable to return home should your transport provider fail to operate i.e. it goes into liquidation. As your operator it is our responsibility to ensure that alternative arrangements are made to repatriate you and your group to the UK. Rayburn Tours is a member of ABTA and bonded as such and is fully ATOL licensed.
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Do you provide risk assessments for the visits you offer?
You can download our Generic Risk Management Handbook which will help you complete your risk assessment for your school or Local Authority. The aim of the handbook is to provide all tour leaders with supportive suggestions to help raise awareness to risk, suggest control measures to help mitigate the risk and manage risk pro-actively. For further assistance, please speak to a member of our team who will be happy to help.
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What if the weather is bad on tour and it means we have to change our programme?
It’s no problem at all! If you are accompanied by a Rayburn Tours representative they will be happy to help. Alternatively, call us on the 24-hour emergency line. We will advise on all excursions where necessary, however, it may not always be possible to reschedule all activities in bad weather.
Travel in safe hands
Your safety is of the utmost importance to us and we monitor the safety aspects of all of our tours to ensure you have a memorable experience for all the right reasons.
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