Tuscany Music School Tours
Perform and explore in the heart of Tuscany’s rolling hills
Stay in the heart of Tuscany, with groups typically based in Montecatini Terme. Surrounded by rolling hills, it’s a relaxed and welcoming base for your tour. From here, destinations such as Florence, Pisa, Siena and Lucca are within easy reach. Each offers inspiring venues and memorable performance opportunities in some of Italy’s most iconic settings.
We offer a range of trips and tours to Italy, please contact us for more information.
Prices start from £839pp
What should we know when planning a Tuscany music tour?
Getting there is flexible, with options including executive coach (with trailer for instruments) or flights. Most groups travel between Easter and October, when conditions are ideal for touring and performances. The trip suits a wide range of ensembles, and with support from your Tour Manager and Concert Assistant, everything runs smoothly from start to finish.
Where can groups perform on a Tuscany music tour?
Groups can perform in a variety of memorable venues across Tuscany, from historic churches to outdoor stages and cultural spaces. Popular options include:
- Basilica di Montecatini Terme – ideal for sacred choirs and orchestras, including services and evening concerts
- Piazza del Duomo, Pistoia – summer performances in a scenic cathedral setting
- Terme Tettuccio – a unique spa venue for both choral and instrumental groups
- Pisa Cathedral (Duomo) – an iconic and inspiring performance setting
Where else can groups travel on a music school tour?
Alongside Tuscany, groups can choose from a range of music tour destinations across Europe. Popular options include Lake Garda, Paris and Northern France, each offering a different mix of performance venues, cultural experiences and settings, helping you find the right fit for your group.
Price includes
- 4 nights’ half board accommodation
- Return flights and overseas airport transfers
- Organisation & publicity of 3 concerts
- Concert Assistant in resort
- Coaching for 3 evening concerts
- Extensive group travel insurance
- Generous free place ratio of 1 in 10
Price shown is based on 40 paying passengers departing from a London airport and is subject to availability.
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Top performance venues
Duomo Montecatini Terme
This modern basilica in Montecatini Terme offers sacred choirs and classical orchestras a chance to sing with a mass service or perform an evening concert.
Duomo Pisa
Choirs can sing at mass or give a lunchtime concert at this stunning cathedral.
Chiesa Santa Maria Dei Ricci, Florence
Located in the heart of Florence, this church is a popular concert venue for both choirs and orchestras.
Terme Tettuccio
Terme Tettuccio is an example of one of the many thermal spas in Montecatini Terme that offer choral and instrumental groups the opportunity to give a performance in beautiful surroundings.
Piazza Del Duomo, Pistoia
In the summer months, a stage is erected in this large square in the centre of Pistoia for groups to perform in front of the cathedral.
International Holiday Village, Barco Reale
High in the Tuscan hills and enjoying refreshing summer breezes, this popular holiday village invites music groups with a popular repertoire to perform for their international guests as part of the evening entertainment programme.
Schools
During term time we can organise for your group to perform in Italian schools across the region.
Top visits
Leaning Tower of Pisa
The freestanding bell tower of the cathedral in Pisa is world-famous for its unintended tilt. Construction of the tower started in 1173 and took over 200 years to complete - it began to lean almost from the outset! A must-see for any group and a great photo opportunity for your students.
Coach excursion to Pisa or Lucca
Choose to visit Pisa and view the world-famous leaning tower or Lucca, renowned for the well-preserved Renaissance walls encircling its historic city centre and its cobblestone streets.
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On-tour support
Get even more from your trip with an NST Music Tour Manager! Call us for details.
On-tour support includes...
- Airport assistance during check-in, security and gate checks on your outbound flight from the UK
- Airport assistance when you arrive back at your UK airport when you book a coach transfer to take you home
- Services of a Concert Assistant
Accommodation
Popular options in Tuscany
Hotel Cavallotti
A small, centrally located hotel which is happy to welcome groups of up to 50 guests.
Hotel Cavallotti
A small, centrally located hotel which is happy to welcome groups of up to 50 guests.
FAQs
What makes Tuscany such an inspiring destination for school music groups?
Tuscany offers a beautiful blend of culture, history and scenic Italian landscapes, giving students an atmospheric backdrop for their performances. With historic towns, charming piazzas and warm local audiences, it’s an ideal setting for ensembles looking to grow their confidence while experiencing Italy’s rich artistic heritage.
How does NST support groups when they arrive on a Tuscany music tour?
NST arranges group-friendly accommodation, manages concert logistics and provides a tailormade itinerary to keep your tour running smoothly. With expert planning from NST’s music specialists and ontheground support as required, teachers can focus on music and student wellbeing rather than the practicalities.
What kinds of performance opportunities can students enjoy in Tuscany?
Groups visiting Tuscany can perform in a selection of attractive venues from local churches and community spaces, to outdoor settings in picturesque Tuscan towns. These venues offer warm acoustics, attentive audiences and the perfect environment for choirs, ensembles and bands to develop performance experience abroad.
Can the tour include cultural visits alongside musical activities?
Yes. Tuscany is packed with cultural highlights such as medieval towns, Italian markets, coastal excursions and iconic heritage sites. NST can help build a balanced itinerary combining concerts with sightseeing, local food experiences and opportunities to explore Tuscany’s artistic history.
What makes Tuscany a great choice for first-time touring groups?
Tuscany is welcoming, safe and full of accessible performance spaces suited to developing ensembles. Its relaxed atmosphere, combined with varied excursion options, makes it ideal for groups who want meaningful performance opportunities without overwhelming travel distances or pressures.
What’s included in an NST Tuscany music tour package?
A typical NST package includes flights or coach travel, group-friendly accommodation, full concert organisation, a tailormade itinerary, group travel insurance and generous free place ratios. Every tour is designed to match your ensemble’s level, goals and preferred balance of performance and cultural experiences.
Giving you full support throughout
Before your tour
- Dedicated NST expert from day one
- Responsive, flexible communication - Teams, phone, or email
- Same-day quotes
- Trips tailored to your budget, with transparent pricing
- Straightforward planning - we handle the details
- Step-by-step risk assessment guidance
- Free accommodation for group leader preview visits
- Curriculum-driven, enriching experiences across 100s of locations
- Unrivalled local knowledge & expertise
Whilst you're away
- Our travel app keeps all your info in one place
- On-tour support from our reps on the ground
- Support & assistance from our specialists
- 24/7 helpline and support
- Extensive group travel insurance
- Group-friendly accommodation
- Free educational resources
On your return
- Priority rebooking services
- Loyalty reward scheme for valued customers
- You say, we act - we're committed to continuously improving our tours
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