

Educational Music Tours & School Trips
Plan a custom music educational tour that will inspire, engage, and elevate your student musicians and performers! Whether you’re directing a choir, band, orchestra, theater group, or dance troupe, our team specializes in crafting your perfect educational and immersive performance trips across the U.S. and abroad. With over three decades of experience and a passion for student travel, we take care of every detail, so your group can focus on performing, learning, and growing together.
Made For Large Music Performance Tour Groups
A school music tour is more than just a trip. It’s a transformational journey. Student performers gain real-world experience, develop confidence, build lifelong friendships, and create lasting memories. At Educational Travel Adventures, we match your group with ideal performance venues, community outreach opportunities, and educational experiences that align with your curriculum and musical goals.

Why Plan a School Music Tour with ETA?
Educational Travel Adventures creates fully customized student music performance tours designed to meet the highest standards in education and travel. Our dedicated team of former band directors, musicians, Broadway performers, educators, and travel specialists understands what it takes to deliver an exceptional experience for both students and directors. From selecting the perfect performance venue to managing every logistical detail, we handle every aspect of the trip so you can focus on what matters most: your students and their music.
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Tailored Venues: From iconic stages to community festivals, we match your ensemble with the perfect setting to showcase their talent and performance style.
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Professional Exposure: Give your students the chance to grow as performers through real audience feedback and the excitement of international recognition.
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Educational Opportunities: Masterclasses, workshops, and guided cultural excursions deepen learning and broaden artistic understanding beyond the classroom.
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Professional Recording Opportunities: If your ensemble needs a professional recording, we can arrange a high-quality live recording of your performance with expert technicians.
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Stress-Free Planning: Our experienced music travel planners manage every detail, including logistics, accommodations, meals, transportation, and on-site support, so you can focus on the music.
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Fundraising Support: We provide guidance and resources to help your group reach its fundraising goals and make the trip a reality.
Music Performance Travel Opportunities

Band, Marching Band, Jazz & Orchestra Tours
Make your music heard around the world! Whether it’s a jazz ensemble in New Orleans, a Disney marching band performance, or an orchestra concert in Vienna, Educational Travel Adventures designs dynamic performance experiences that perfectly match your group’s sound and skill.
From school band tours to school orchestra tours, we handle every detail including equipment logistics, rehearsal space, travel arrangements, accommodations, and local guides so your musicians can focus on the music, not the planning. Enhance your journey with enriching add-ons like music clinics, cultural tours, and international festival participation that deepen both learning and connection.
For marching bands with big dreams, we coordinate unforgettable performances at iconic events like the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Dublin, and the Rose Parade in Pasadena. From application support and audition prep to logistics and parade day coordination, our experienced team helps your students shine on a national stage, turning a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity into an inspiring and seamless reality.

Student Choir Tours
Inspire harmony across the globe with unforgettable school choir tours! From cathedral acoustics in Europe to major U.S. music festivals, choir groups flourish with Educational Travel Adventures. We help your students share their voices in renowned venues, connect with other choirs through exchanges, and refine their craft in expert-led clinics and adjudicated performances. Every school choir trip is customized to your ensemble’s style and level, blending performance, education, culture, and unforgettable group bonding experiences.

Custom Music Trips
for Schools
Your vision, our expertise, one incredible trip. No two music groups are the same, and neither are our trips. Have a unique ensemble, multi-disciplinary performing arts group, or an idea for a one-of-a-kind tour? We’ll help you build a custom performance experience from the ground up. Whether it’s combining genres, international exchanges, or themed educational goals, Educational Travel Adventures brings your vision to life.

International Music Tours at Inspiring Venues
Broaden horizons and perform on a global stage. Travel with your student performers beyond borders with a professionally planned international performance tour. Whether it’s singing in a historic European cathedral, performing in a cultural exchange in Japan, or joining a youth music festival in Canada, our international trips combine world-class performance venues with rich educational and cultural experiences. Educational Travel Adventures handles all logistics, including passports, international transportation, and safety protocols, so your group can focus on creating unforgettable memories through music.

Dance Group Tours for Students
Step into the rhythm of discovery with an unforgettable student dance trip. Educational Travel Adventures designs dance tours that highlight your group’s artistry, energy, and love of dance. From ballet and modern to jazz and hip-hop, students perform on real stages, learn from industry professionals in exclusive masterclasses, and experience the culture and history of dance in exciting destinations like New York City, Los Angeles, and Europe.
Every detail, from travel arrangements to performances, is choreographed for success, creating a transformative journey that inspires confidence, creativity, and connection through movement.

Theatre Group Tours for Students
Bring your students’ passion for performance to life with unforgettable theatre trips for schools. Educational Travel Adventures creates immersive travel experiences where drama students can step into the spotlight. From performing in historic venues to taking part in exclusive Broadway workshops, our custom itineraries connect young performers with the magic of the stage.
Imagine your students performing on a Broadway stage, an unforgettable experience that celebrates their dedication and talent. Through our annual charity event, Arts for Autism, your performers can share the stage with Broadway professionals in a powerful and inspiring event that raises awareness and supports the autism community.
Your students will explore inspiring destinations, go behind the scenes of world-class productions, engage with theatre professionals, and attend live shows that ignite creativity. Turn their love of acting into an educational adventure they will never forget with a theatre trip designed to inspire and empower the next generation of performers.
School Music Trips and Student Performance Travel FAQs
What’s included in a student music performance tour with Educational Travel Adventures?
Our tours are fully customizable and typically include transportation, accommodations, meals, guided sightseeing, performance arrangements, travel insurance, and 24/7 on-trip support. We also coordinate workshops, clinics, and cultural activities to enrich the experience for your musicians.
How do you choose performance venues for student groups?
We match each ensemble with performance opportunities based on their size, genre, experience level, and goals. Whether you’re a choir looking for a cathedral setting or a marching band ready for a parade, we ensure your student musicians perform in venues that are safe, age-appropriate, and inspiring.
Can you help us organize fundraising for our school music trips?
Yes! Educational Travel Adventures provides expert fundraising advice and tools to help you reach your budget goals. From donation campaigns to event-based fundraisers, we offer proven strategies and free resources to support your efforts.
Are music clinics or workshops part of the tour?
Absolutely. We often arrange educational components such as masterclasses, adjudicated performances, or exchanges with local student groups. These experiences are led by music professionals and tailored to enhance your group’s musical growth.
How far in advance should we start planning our tour?
We recommend planning your student music group travel tour 9–12 months in advance for the best selection of performance venues, accommodations, and pricing. However, we can often accommodate shorter timelines depending on your group size and destination.
Can our student music group tour internationally?
Yes! We offer both domestic and international performance tours. Popular international destinations include Europe, Canada, and select global festivals where student ensembles can gain international exposure and experience new cultures.
Do you offer educational music tours for non-traditional groups like combined ensembles or multi-discipline programs?
Yes! We specialize in custom tours and welcome groups that combine band, orchestra, choir, and dance.. We’ll help design a flexible itinerary that allows each group to shine individually and collaborate for shared experiences.
Is Educational Travel Adventures experienced with school and district travel policies?
Absolutely. We have worked with public schools for over 30 years, and work with private institutions, and performing arts academies. Our team understands the approval process, risk management, and educational requirements that go into organizing a student group trip, and we’ll support you every step of the way.
Plan Your Student Music Group Tour with Confidence
Our dedicated team at Educational Travel Adventures is ready to help you design the perfect music performance tour for your student group. With personalized planning, 24/7 support, and a commitment to safety and educational value, we’re the trusted partner for hundreds of music educators nationwide and the perfect partner for your next trip.