CALIFORNIA POLYTECHNIC STATE UNIVERSITY SAN LUIS OBISPO Symphony Orchestra David Arrivée, Symphony Director CENTRAL EUROPE 2016 Tour Produced By: World Projects Corporation Deborah Gibbs, CEO Saul Charlesworth, Senior Production Manager Kathryn Shaw, Domestic & International Productions As of: December 2, 2015 Budapest Prague Vienna June 17-27, 2016
CAL POLY STATE UNIVERSITY, SAN LUIS OBISPO Symphony Orchestra 2016 CENTRAL EUROPE PERFORMANCE TOUR June 17-27, 2016 (itinerary details are subject to change) As of: December 2, 2015 DAY ONE: Friday, June 17, 2016 LOS ANGELES DEPARTURE By 11:00am Arrive at Los Angeles International Airport and check in. You will be met by your World Projects Tour Manager who will travel with you throughout the trip. After checking in your luggage, move through security onto your departure gate. 1:45pm Depart for Budapest via Amsterdam on KLM Flight (KL) #602! Overnight en route. DAY TWO: Saturday, June 18, 2016 Arrive BUDAPEST(D) 9:05am Arrive into Amsterdam proceed to next departure gate. Enjoy lunch on own in the airport. 2:20pm Depart Amsterdam for Budapest on KL #1977. 4:20pm Arrive into Budapest, Hungary!! After proceeding through immigration and customs, collect your luggage, meet your local Tour Manager, transfer and check-in to the Mercure Budapest City Center Hotel. After checking in to your hotel room, meet as a group and transfer to a Welcome Dinner as a group. Later, return to the hotel for the evening. The River Danube separates Buda on the hilly west bank from Pest on the eastern plain and is fundamental to the city s layout and history. Budapest offers a wealth of entertainment and cultural activities, museums, concerts, theatres, opera and musicals as well as elegant shops and good food. Mercure Budapest City Center Vaci utca 20 1052 Budapest Hungary www.mercure.com Panoramic view of Budapest
DAY THREE: Sunday, June 19, 2016 BUDAPEST (B) Performance This morning enjoy a Guided Sightseeing Tour of Budapest with local guides. You will see the Parliament Building, Castle Hill, the Matthias Church and Fisherman s Bastion. Afternoon Lunch and free time on your own in Budapest. Mid-afternoon, return to the hotel to collect your performance attire. Load the coach and transfer to this evening s performance venue possibly Matthias Church (both churches are well known in Budapest for hosting concerts). Upon arrival, you will have time for a dress rehearsal (possibly in conjunction with a local choir). Evening Dinner on own nearby. Performance at venue TBD this performance will likely be shared with a local group. Following the concert, pack up and return to the hotel. St. Michael s Church Matthias Church
DAY FOUR: Monday, June 20, 2016 BUDAPEST (B) The day is free to explore Budapest possible activities could include (all costs on own): Explore the grounds of the Royal Palace (Buda Castle) and take in the views from Castle Hill on the Buda side of the Danube Take in the sites of Pest including the Great Market Hall, the monumental Parliament Building, the stunning State Opera House, and the beautiful St. Stephen s Basilica Take a cruise down the Beautiful Blue Danube River Explore the Jewish Quarter and Great Synagogue Take the plunge at one of Budapest s famous public thermal baths Afternoon Lunch on own. Free time to explore Budapest on own. Castle Hill Evening Dinner and free time to explore Budapest. Széchenyi Bath Hungarian State Opera House DAY FIVE: Tuesday, June 21, 2016 BUDAPEST PRAGUE (B) Check out of the hotel, load the coach and begin your journey to Prague. Enjoy driving through the Dunakanyar (The Danube Bend), which marks a point in the Danube where the river literally makes a sharp bend. Stop in the town of Esztergom a former Royal seat and the Queen of the Danube. Visit the Basilica and enjoy some time exploring the town. Afternoon Lunch on your own in Esztergom. Continue to Prague (~6 hour drive plus stops). Evening Arrive into Prague and check into the EA Hotel Mánes. Dinner on own in Prague and this evening is free. EA Hotel Mánes Myslikova 20 11000 Prague Czech Republic www.hotelmanes.cz Esztergom
DAY SIX: Wednesday, June 22, 2016 PRAGUE (B) Performance This morning enjoy a Half-Day Guided Tour of the Old Town and the Castle District including the historic Old Town Square where you will see the famous astronomical clock and the Church of St. Nicholas as well as admire the amazing architecture. Afternoon Lunch on your own in Prague. After lunch, return to the hotel to collect your performance attire. Transfer to this evening s performance venue Dvorak Hall at the Rudolfinum (TBC). There will be time for a rehearsal on stage (possibly in conjunction with a local choir). Evening Dinner on your own nearby the venue. Return to the venue to change in to your performance attire. Old Town Square - Prague Performance at Dvorak Hall (TBC) this concert will likely be shared with a local group. Dvorak Hall is one of the oldest concert halls in Europe and is justly famous for its acoustics. On January 4, 1896 the Czech Philharmonic s very first concert took place here conducted by the famous Czech composer Antonín Dvorak. Today, Dvorak Hall is home to the Czech Philharmonic Orchestra as well as hosting prominent orchestras and ensembles from around the world. Following the concert, pack up and return to the hotel. Dvorak Hall (Rudolfinum)
DAY SEVEN: Thursday, June 23, 2016 PRAGUE (B,D) The day is free to explore Prague on own possible activities could include (all costs on own): Further explore the shops and sites of Old Town and New Town Cross the Charles Bridge and visit Prague Castle (one of the largest Castle s in Europe) and the Castle District Wander the narrow streets of the Old Jewish Quarter Explore the Czech Museum of Music and Dvorak Museum Visit the infamous Terezin (Thereienstadt) Concentration Camp Afternoon Lunch on your own in Prague and this afternoon is free to enjoy any last minute shopping or sightseeing on your own in Prague. Late afternoon return to the hotel to freshen up. Evening Enjoy dinner as a group while you cruise the Vltava River with stunning views of Prague. Afterwards, return to the hotel. View towards Prague Castle Vltava River Cruise - Prague DAY EIGHT: Friday, June 24, 2016 PRAGUE VIENNA (B) Check out of the hotel, load the coach and begin your journey to Vienna (3.5-4 hour drive). Afternoon Arrive into Vienna enjoy lunch on own at Vienna s famous outdoor market, the Naschmarkt. After lunch, enjoy a tour of Vienna - see highlights such as the Imperial Hofburg Palace, the Vienna Opera House, and St. Stephen s Cathedral. Enjoy a visit to the Central Cemetery of Vienna where you will see the tombs and memorials of famous composers such as Beethoven, Mozart, the Strauss family and Brahms. Late afternoon Check into the Star Inn Hotel Vienna Schönbrunn. Evening Dinner on own and free time to explore Vienna s nightlife on own. Star Inn Hotel Vienna Schönbrunn Linke Wienzeile 224 1150 Vienna Austria www.starinnhotels.com Vienna
DAY NINE: Saturday, June 25, 2016 VIENNA (B) Masterclasses / Performance This morning, transfer to venue TBD. Enjoy a master class with a member of the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra (TBC). Afternoon Lunch on own. Possible rehearsal with local choir (location TBD - not at St. Stephen s Cathedral). Evening Dinner on own. Meet at the hotel and transfer to St. Stephen s Cathedral in central Vienna. Performance at St. Stephen s Cathedral (TBC) (note: due to the active schedule of the church, a dress rehearsal prior to the concert will not be possible). Seat of the Archbishop of Vienna and the mother church for Austrian Catholics, St. Stephen s Cathedral is one of Vienna s most iconic sites. The original church was built between 1147 and 1160 in the Romanesque style, however, major reconstruction and restorations (in the Gothic style) lasted until 1511. Today, this active cathedral hosts services and concerts throughout the year. Following the concert, pack up and return to the hotel. St. Stephen s Cathedral
DAY TEN: Sunday, June 26, 2016 VIENNA (B,D) This morning, enjoy a visit to Schönbrunn Palace (including audio guides) - the fabulous baroque summer residence of the Hapsburg Emperors. Afternoon Lunch on your own in Vienna. The rest of the day is free to explore Vienna on own possible activities could include (all costs on own): Further explore Vienna s city center with its myriad of shops, restaurants and sites such as Mozart House, the Hofburg Palace, the Spanish Riding School, and the Burgkapelle (home of the Vienna Boys Choir) Tour the stunning Vienna State Opera House Visit the wonderful Haus der Musik museum Explore Vienna s amazing art scene at the Museumquartier, Kunsthistorisches, and/or the Belvedere Experience the fair-like atmosphere at Prater Park Relax at one of Vienna s famous coffee houses Evening This evening, enjoy a Farwell Dinner as a group then return to the hotel. Schönbrunn Palace Prater Park Museumquartier DAY ELEVEN: Monday, June 27, 2016 VIENNA LAX (B) Early Morning Box Breakfast will be provided. 6:30am Check out of the hotel and depart for Vienna International Airport. 7:00am Arrive at Vienna International Airport - check in your luggage and move through security to your departure gate. 9:25am Depart Vienna for Los Angeles via Amsterdam on KL #1840. 11:10am Arrive into Amsterdam and transfer to next departure gate. 12:40pm Depart Amsterdam for LAX on KL #603. 2:40pm Arrive into Los Angeles the same day proceed with immigration and customs formalities. WELCOME HOME!
CAL POLY STATE UNIVERSITY, SAN LUIS OBISPO Symphony Orchestra 2016 CENTRAL EUROPE PERFORMANCE TOUR June 17-27, 2016 As of: December 2, 2015 PACKAGE INCLUSIONS: ACTUAL round-trip, economy class airfare (LAX-BUD, VIE-/LAX) on KLM including taxes and fuel surcharges (subject to change) Up to $3,000 for 2 nd checked bags,oversized and/or overweight instruments (note currently KLM does not charge for the 1 st checked bag - weight and size restrictions do apply) Accommodations: Nine (9) nights Budapest Three (3) nights at the Mercure Budapest City Center Prague Three (3) nights at the EA Hotel Mánes Vienna Three (3) nights at the Star Inn Hotel Vienna Schönbrunn Breakfast: Daily at the hotels Dinners: Three (3) as a group at local restaurants (including a group dinner in Budapest, Vltava River Dinner Cruise and Vienna Farewell Dinner) Full-sized deluxe touring coach (and baggage trailer) as required by the itinerary Sightseeing and admissions per itinerary including: BUDAPEST Guided Sightseeing Tour PRAGUE Guided Tour of Old Town and Castle District VIENNA Central Cemetery of Vienna, Guided Sightseeing Tour, Schönbrunn Palace One (1) local tour manager with the group in Central Europe One (1) World Projects Tour Manager traveling with the group throughout the tour Performance setup and promotion arrangements for three (3) performances and one (1) master class during the tour (venues are subject to confirmation): BUDAPEST - Performance at local church (possibly St. Michaels or Matthias) - shared with local group PRAGUE - Performance at Dvorak Hall (Rudolfinum) - shared with local group VIENNA - Master class with a member of the Vienna Philharmonic (TBC) VIENNA - Performance at St. Stephen s Cathedral - shared with local group Large percussion (Timpani, Concert Bass Drum, Xylophone, Glockenspiel), music stands and chairs for all performances Certificate of Liability Insurance (upon request) Taxes and tolls where applicable PACKAGE EXCLUSIONS: Ground Transportation to/from Los Angeles International Airport Meals not indicated in the itinerary including lunches and some dinners Drinks with included meals Passport/Visa processing fees (most US Passport holders do not require a visa to travel to Hungary, Austria and the Czech Republic for up to a 90 days) 2 nd checked bags and overweight-oversize bag fees in excess of $3,000 Additional Percussion or other equipment rental costs (such as string bass and harp) Items of a personal nature (laundry, room service, internet connection, telephone fee, mail, etc.) Tips to Drivers / Tour Leaders (we recommend 20 (US $22) per person for both the drivers and tour leaders Trip Cancellation Insurance
CAL POLY STATE UNIVERSITY, SAN LUIS OBISPO Symphony Orchestra 2016 CENTRAL EUROPE PERFORMANCE TOUR June 17-27, 2016 As of: December 2, 2015 NUMBER OF TRAVELERS: 42-55 Total Travelers PACKAGE COST PER PERSON TRIPLE/DOUBLE SINGLE 52-55 total travellers US $3,928.00 US $4,338.00 47-51 total travellers US $4,058.00 US $4,468.00 42-46 total travellers US $4,208.00 US $4,608.00 PACKAGE COST PER PERSON (Ground Only) TRIPLE/DOUBLE SINGLE 52-55 total travellers US $2,228.00 US $2,638.00 47-51 total travellers US $2,358.00 US $2,758.00 42-46 total travellers US $2,498.00 US $2,908.00 NOTES: Payments: Payments are to be made to Cal Poly Music Department Rooming: Costs are based on the majority of students in triple occupancy (3 beds / 3 people per room) with staff in doubles. PAYMENT SCHEDULE: RECEIVED Deposit: US $150 per person Non-refundable RECEIVED Progress Payment #1: US $250 per person 50% refundable to Oct. 1, 2015 RECEIVED Progress Payment #2: US $500 per person 50% refundable to Nov. 15 2015 BY: Dec. 1, 2015 Progress Payment #3: US $750 per person 50% refundable to Jan. 15, 2016 BY: Feb. 1, 2016 Progress Payment #4: US $1,000 per person 50% refundable to Mar. 15, 2016 BY: Apr. 1, 2016 Final Payment: Balance in Full 50% refundable to Apr. 15, 2016