Trasimeno Music Festival - June 23 to July 1, 2026


Monday, June 22

Departure from Canada. We will be happy to arrange flights for you.


Tuesday, June 23

Arrival in beautiful Rome. Transfer to the historic Umbrian City of Perugia. ( Optional, Cost not included ) Check into the splendid Brufani Palace Hotel your home for the next 8 nights.
This 120-year-old hotel boasts old-world charm complete with multiple sitting rooms and restaurants with exquisite antique fixtures and furniture. The Brufani Palace is perfectly located on the Corso Vannucci , Perugia’s famous walking street.
Enjoy an evening of leisure or take in the free concert featuring gifted young musicians in the Piazza of San Savino which overlooks Lake Trasimeno. The Pre-Festival concert begins at 9.00PM.


Wednesday, June 24— BD

After a full breakfast in the formal Brufani breakfast room, take the day for yourself! Venture on your own into town to view the sights and sounds of beautiful Perugia!
Evening transfer from your hotel to experience the event you came for: The Trasimeno Music Festival which will follow your first Gala dinner.
Observe and enjoy the music festivals Opening Concert performed by Angela Hewitt, Kerson Leong and Orchester da Camera di Perugia. This will be a truly unforgettable experience!
Transfer back to your hotel after the performance for your overnight at the Brufani Palace Hotel.


GUBBIO – Thursday, June 25 - BL

A perfect day trip for art lovers with a taste of local gastronomy.
Dramatically perched on a hill overlooking the ruins of its Roman theatre, Gubbio seems suspended in the Middle Ages: time has stood still in this stunning hill town with its exceptionally evocative medieval atmosphere.
Enjoy unforgettable views from Piazza Grande, designed by Gattapone, surrounded by the 14th-century palaces he also designed, and delight your palate with a genuine lunch at a local restaurant.
Evening transfer to the Castle of the Knights of Malta, Magione for your evening concert.
Transfer back to the hotel after the performance for overnight at the Brufani Palace Hotel.


Friday, June 26— BL

CASCIA & NORCIA, A JOURNEY THROUGH FAITH AND FLAVORS

Begin your day with a guided visit to the charming town of Cascia, home to the revered Sanctuary of Saint Rita. Explore the Basilica, adorned with travertine marble and a stunning central dome, and experience the spiritual atmosphere at the shrine, the heart of devotion to Saint Rita, known as the Saint of the Impossible. Travel to Norcia and experience the region’s culinary heritage in the warm and inviting setting at a traditional restaurant, savoring authentic Umbrian cuisine. After lunch, enjoy a leisurely stroll through Norcia’s historic center and conclude your day with a visit to the carefully restored Basilica of Saint Benedict, offering a glimpse into its rich spiritual and historical heritage.


Saturday, June 27— BL

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel this morning followed by a day of leisure.
Evening transfer to the Castle of the Knights of Malta, Magione for your evening performance.
Transfer back to your hotel after the concert.


Sunday, June 28

After Breakfast
UMBRIA TO TASTE, WINERY VISIT

So you’re a food and wine lover? Know, drink, taste and experience Umbrian authenticity!
Discover the story of Madrevite on a tour that tells the origin and the evolution of the winery, nestled in the rolling hills between Umbria and Tuscany, surrounded by an incredible landscape and blessed with a microclimate ideal for vine cultivation.
During the cellar tour, you'll learn about the art of grape processing and the wine-aging room.
Top off your experience with a conviviale tasting menu, inspired by the Italian tradition of enjoying food and wine together, featuring a selection of dishes paired with a curated tasting of five exceptional wines


Monday, June 29 — B

This morning will be at leisure until your afternoon with Angela Hewitt & James Runcie followed by Eric Friesen interview with James Runcie. Transfer back to your hotel for your overnight.


Tuesday, June 30— BD

After a wonderful day at leisure, transfer to Basilica di San Pietro for the closing concert of the 21st Trasimeno Music Festival followed by our Gala Dinner.
Transfer back to your hotel for your overnight.


Wednesday, July 1 - HAPPY CANADA DAY

Early morning transfer by private motorcoach to Rome Fiumicino Airport for your departure home (Optional) not included. Depart Rome with the splendid memories that make Angela Hewitt's Trasimeno Music Festival so memorable.

Tuesday 23 June 2026 | 21:00

Anteprima festival

Pizza, Borgo di San Savino, Magione
Programme to be announced


Wednesday 24 June 2026 | 21:00

Opening Concert

Auditorium San Francesco at Prato, Perugia
Angela Hewitt, piano
Kerson Leong, violin
Chamber Orchestra of Perugia
Mozart, Vivaldi


Thursday 25 June 2026 | 21:00

Ensemble Astera

Castle of the Knights of Malta, Magione
Ensemble Astera
Angela Hewitt wind quintet, Bernstein, Barber, Mozart, Thuille piano


Friday 26 June 2026 | 21:00

Chamber music

Enrico Bronzi,
cello Samuel Buron-Mousseau
clarinet Kerson Leong, violin
Angela Hewitt, piano
Debussy, Stravinsky, Messiaen


Saturday 27 June 2026 | 16:00

Event to be announced

Castle of the Knights of Malta, Magione
Program to be defined


Sunday 28 June 2026 | 21:00

Sestetto Wanderer

Teatro del Pavone, Perugia
Sestetto Wanderer - Soloists of the Teatro alla Scala
Angela Hewitt, piano
Strauss, Schubert


Monday 29 June 2026 | 15:00 - 1600

James Runcie & Angela Hewitt / A Passion for Bach

Teatro del Pavone, Perugia
James Runcie, author
Angela Hewitt, Piano

Monday 29 June 2026 | 17:00

Interview with James Runcie

Teatro del Pavone, Perugia
James Runcie, writer
Eric Friesen, interviewer


Tuesday 30 June 2026 | 19:30

Closing Concert: Angela Hewitt

Basilica di San Pietro, Perugia
Angela Hewitt, piano
Bach, Schumann, Couperin, Ravel

Trasimeno Music Festival - GENERAL CONDITIONS

COST OF TOUR

LAND ONLY: €3610.00 per person, based on double occupancy in standard room.

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT €1020.00 based on standard room. Price for upgraded rooms available upon request.


INCLUDED IN THE TOUR PRICE

  • Accommodations at the Brufani Palace Hotel for 8 nights (breakfast included)
  • 3 Gala Dinners, drinks included (aperitif, water, wine, coffee, and Italian champagne)
  • Three excursions as per itinerary
  • Tickets to all concerts from June 24 to July 1st plus two afternoon events
  • Transfers to/from concerts
  • All tips for drivers, guides, waiters, etc., and taxes

NOT INCLUDED IN THE TOUR PRICE

Airfare, Cancellation, baggage and health insurance, excess baggage charges, food and beverages not included in the group menus, wines and liquors, individual services and any items of personal nature.
Private transfers from Rome to Perugia return can be arranged.
Price will be based on the number of passengers.

INSURANCE

INSURANCE IS OPTIONAL BUT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
PLEASE CALL JEAN SHEIKH AT EXECUTIVE CULTURAL TOURS FOR INFORMATION ON INSURANCE PACKAGES AND APPLICABLE RATES.


RESPONSIBILITY: Executive Cultural Tours and/or their agents, affiliates, or subsidiaries act only as agents for the hotel, airlines, bus companies and operators providing accommodation, transportation, meals, tours or other services and all coupons, exchange orders, receipts, contracts and tickets issued by the Company are issued subject to all tariffs, terms and conditions under which the foregoing or any other services whatsoever are provided by such hotels, airlines, bus companies. By the acceptance of such coupons, exchange orders, receipts, contracts and tickets, the tour member agrees that the Company shall not become liable or responsible for any loss, injury or damage to the person, firm or corporation. Further, the Company shall not become liable or responsible for any loss, injury or damage due to an Act of God or Act of War. The tour operator reserves the right to withdraw a tour, to refuse to accept or retain any person as a member of the tour at any time or to make changes in the itinerary whenever in their sole judgment conditions warrant or if such changes result from circumstances beyond the control of the tour operator. Executive Cultural Tours and/or their agents shall not be responsible for the injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity which may be occasioned either by reason of defect in any vehicle or other, or through the acts or default of any company or person engaged in conveying or providing transportation to the passenger or in carrying out the arrangements of the tour or otherwise in connection therewith, or of any other hotel proprietor or employee. The aforesaid and their agents can accept no responsibility for losses or accidental expenses due to delay or changes in schedules or hotel overbookings or other causes. All such losses or expenses will have to be borne by the passenger.

Anyone requiring assistance must be accompanied by a companion who can provide it.

CONDITIONS

BOOKING

Both a 20% deposit, as well as the optional package tour insurance cost, are required upon reservation.
Final payment will be due May 1, 2026.
Credit card payments are accepted with Visa and Mastercard.

CANCELLATION

Deposit is non-refundable. Up to 60 days prior to departure 30% penalty.
50% of the total amount is non refundable from 60 to 45 days prior to departure.
70% non refundable up to 30 days prior and 100% non refundable from 30 days until departure.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

PLEASE CONTACT
Mrs. Jean Sheikh, C.T.C.
Executive Cultural Tours
Division of Uniglobe The Premiere Travel Group
24 Selkirk Street, Suite 100
Ottawa, Ontario K1L 0A4
P: (613) 236-6359
Toll Free: (800) 267-5552
Email: [email protected]
TICO # 2192571