Youth & School Group Concert Tours to Belgium & The Netherlands
Welcome to a world of cultural treasures
- Choirs
- Bands
- Orchestras
Combine the lively spirit of Belgium with the historic charm of the Netherlands for a truly memorable concert tour. These two beautiful countries boast a never-ending list of cultural treasures, as well as a number of inspiring performance venues that are perfect for all types of ensembles.
From traditional Belgian chocolate shops and historic sites of remembrance, to clog-making demonstrations and theme park visits, a youth and school group concert tour to Belgium and the Netherlands is sure to spark an even greater love of music.
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
Coach and Channel crossing
Coach and arrive into Belgium
Evening meal and rehearsal
Day 2
Visit the Historium in Bruges
Visit Choco-Story followed by concert 1
Evening meal and Fun Files quiz
Day 3
Enjoy a canal cruise in Ghent
Visit Gravensteen Castle, followed by concert 2 in Ghent
Enjoy an evening of bowling at Bowl Inn Brugge
Day 4
Depart for the Netherlands
Visit the Sea Life Scheveningen en route
Arrive into the Netherlands and enjoy some free time to explore on foot
Day 5
Guided tour of Amsterdam and Anne Frank House
Concert 3
Enjoy an evening of mini golf
Day 6
Visit the Zaanse Schans Museum
Concert 4
Tuck into a pancake dinner
Day 7
Coach and Channel crossing
Arrive home
Based on 7 day, 6 night tour for 44 passengers (+4 free places) travelling July 2025. Subject to availability.
- Coaching for the duration of your tour
- Return Channel Crossings (ferry or tunnel)
- Half board accommodation
- 4 x concerts (including publicity & advertising)
- Travel insurance
- Free staff place ratio 1:10
- 24/7 support
- Vamoos travel app & info pack
- Tailor-made itinerary
- Motorway tolls & taxes
- VAT
- Excursions:
- Historium, Bruges
- Choco-Story, Bruges
- De Bootjes Van Gent (Rederij Dewaele)
- Bowl Inn Brugge
- Sea Life Scheveningen
- Zaanse Schans Open-Air Museum
- Gravensteen Castle
- RollyGolf Adventure Park
- Guided Tour of Amsterdam
- Pannenkoeken Boerderij Leiderdorp
Optional Extras
- Dedicated Tour Manager
- Instrument Hire
- Hoodies and Polo Shirts
Excursions in Belgium & The Netherlands
Browse a selection of our favourite excursions
Historium, Bruges
Canal Cruise, Bruges
Bowl Inn
Heineken Experience
Langemark Military Cem...
Tyne Cot Cemetery, Ypres
Menin Gate and Last Po...
In Flanders Field Muse...
Amsterdam Day
Gravensteen Castle
The Amsterdam Dungeon
Accommodation
Popular places to stay in Belgium & The Netherlands
- City centre location
- Short walk to the Menin Gate
- Sole occupancy for 30+ people
- Meeting/rehearsal room
- Wi-Fi
- Meeting/rehearsal room
- Breakfast buffet
- Evening meal in local restaurants
- En-suite facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Rehearse for your performances
- Tuck into a delicious buffet breakfast
- Go sightseeing and shopping in the city centre
- Visit the Menin Gate on foot
- Walking distance from Bruges centre
- Groups can have the annex to themselves
- Rehearsal space in the annex’s communal areas
- Badminton, table tennis and petanque
- Wi-Fi
- Rehearsal space in the annex’s communal areas
- Badminton, table tennis and petanque
- Garden area with terrace
- Lounge area
- Breakfast buffet
- Coach parking (limited)
- Wi-Fi
- Rehearse for your performances
- Play a game of badminton, table tennis or petanque
- Relax outside in the garden area
- Explore the historic centre of Bruges by foot
Performance Venues in Belgium & The Netherlands
Popular concert venues in Belgium & The Netherlands
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Maria van Jessekerk
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Delft Market Square
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Ostend Bandstand, Ostend
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Last Post Ceremony, Menin Gate, Ypres
- Best suited for: Choirs and orchestras
- Repertoire recommendation: Secular or classical
- Location: Central Delft
- Performance times: Afternoon or evening
- Best suited for: Choirs, bands and orchestras
- Repertoire recommendation: Sacred, classical, secular
- Location: Central Delft
- Performance times: Morning or afternoon (weekdays only)
- Best suited for: Choirs, bands and orchestras
- Repertoire recommendation: Secular
- Location: Town centre
- Performance times: Morning or afternoon
- Best suited for: Choirs and bands
- Repertoire recommendation: Secular, classical or sacred
- Location: Menin Gate
- Performance times: Evening, short contribution
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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FAQs about this tour
Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.
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What does our insurance cover us for?
Our insurance providers offer comprehensive cover to our groups for the duration of their tour and is tailored specifically for schools, with specialist insurance policies for individual tour types. As with any insurance cover, it is vital that you read through the terms and conditions and that you declare any relevant information as requested. Please see our Safety and Support page for further information and to see what is covered. For groups opting to take their own insurance, we highly recommend that you read all inclusions and exclusions prior to departure.
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Can I talk to Rayburn Tours whilst out on tour?
Yes, a 24-hour emergency phone number will be provided in your final documents pack and one of our experienced members of staff will be happy to help with any problems you have whilst out on tour.
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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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Are all of your coaches audited?
UK coaches: Yes, all of our UK coach companies are audited by our in-house team. Copies of which can be made available to you.
Foreign coaches: It is important to remember that each country is governed by their own standards and laws and these may differ from UK law. We request that an audit is completed by the foreign coach company which includes confirmation of the following: they will comply with all national, local and other laws, rules and codes of practice, and that all services contracted shall be performed with all due skill, care and diligence. The vehicle is fully insured for the duration of the tour.
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