We welcome our Gold Patrons, Benefactors, and The Conductor's Circle to join us on our tours in 2024/2025. Travel with us and get to know the orchestra better!
- Vicenza│October 24–27, 2024 Find details below.
- Vienna │November 17–19, 2024 soloist: Sir András Schiff! Find details below.
- Antwerp│January 20–22, 2025 Find details below.
- Heidelberg│March 24–28, 2025 Details coming soon!
- Bruges│May 21–25, 2025 Details coming soon!
- Spoleto│July 11–14, 2025 Details coming soon!
Vicenza│October 24–27, 2024
The BFO feels at home in Vicenza—those few days in October amidst Palladio’s masterpieces are always a highly anticipated time for the orchestra. In addition to exploring the Renaissance palaces, marveling at fine arts, and indulging in Italian gastronomy, our fellow travelers will also have the opportunity to discover the "theater of theaters": the breathtaking Teatro Olimpico. The BFO's opera performance and symphony concert will be complemented by excursions, guided tours, and an exceptional wine tasting.
The price of the Vicenza tour experience that includes the above programs, accommodation, full assistance, group escort, and transfers for the flights recommended by the BFO:
- Single occupancy: €1,400 per person
- Double occupancy: €1,200 per person (total of €2,400 for two people)
Prices are subject to availability, so please apply as soon as possible. The price includes accommodation, programs, concert tickets, and transfers to and from the flights recommended by the BFO. Airfare and insurance are not included.
Recommended flights (from Budapest)
October 23 Budapest – Milano Malpensa 14:00–15:45 (Wizzair, W6 2337)
October 26. Velence Treviso – Budapest 16:15–17:35 (Ryanair, FR4306)
Please note that flights and insurance are not included in the package. Flight bookings can be arranged upon request.
Vienna │November 17–19, 2024 soloist: Sir András Schiff! – This tour is fully booked. You can apply to join the waiting list.
Together, the BFO and András Schiff create something truly magical: after our tours in Vienna, we always return home with intimate and unforgettable experiences. On Sunday evening, we will have the unique opportunity to observe the rehearsal process, stay in the same hotel as the orchestra, and participate in an exclusive talk with BFO musicians before the Monday concert at the Konzerthaus. Please note that the rehearsal and talk are available exclusively to BFO guests—thank you for your understanding!
We recommend arranging your own travel to Vienna, as it is very convenient by car or train.
The price of the Vienna tour experience that includes the above programs, accommodation, full assistance, and group escort:
- Single occupancy: €500 per person
- Double occupancy: €375 per person (total of €750 for two people)
The price includes accommodation, programs, and concert tickets.
Antwerp | January 20–22, 2025
Join us for a visit to Pieter Bruegel's city, once the world's most important trading center during the 16th century. Together, we will explore Antwerp's famous Jewish quarter and the unique, ever-bustling world of diamond merchants. The experience will include guided city tours, a walk through the old town, and a beer tasting, culminating in a Mendelssohn-Mahler concert by the BFO in the exciting, modern concert hall of the De Singel Cultural Centre.
The price of the Antwerp tour experience that includes the above programs, accommodation, full assistance, group escort, and transfers for the flights recommended by the BFO:
- Single occupancy: €1100 per person
- Double occupancy: €965 per person (total of €1930 for two people)
Prices are subject to availability, so please apply as soon as possible. The price includes accommodation, programs, concert tickets, and transfers to and from the flights recommended by the BFO. Airfare and insurance are not included.
Suggested flights:
January 20 Budapest – Brussels Zaventem (BRU) 17:50-20:00 (SN2826)
January 23 Brussels Zaventem (BRU) – Budapest 21:05–23:00 (Brussels Airlines, SN2829)
Please note that flights and insurance are not included in the package. Flight bookings can be arranged upon request.
What is included in the participation fees?
The participation fees include accommodation with breakfast, airport transfers for the flights recommended by the BFO, tickets for BFO performances, special programs listed in the description (applies for a minimum of 8 guests), as well as Hungarian and English-speaking assistance during the trip.
Participation fees do not include airfare and insurance. We will be happy to recommend flights and arrange flight reservations if required.
If you are interested in joining us on tour, please contact us at tamogatoiklub@bfz.hu or call +36 1 882 7671 or +36 70 425 35 99.