ITINERARY

DAY 1 | Wednesday 26 March 2025

1ST OF 3 NIGHTS AT INTERCONTINENTAL SYDNEY

ARRIVE SYDNEY & CONCERT PERFORMANCE (Canapés):

Guests arrive at the luxury 5-star InterContinental Sydney, set within the beautifully restored Treasury Building of 1851. It is conveniently positioned in the heart of Circular Quay and has panoramic views of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Check-in is at 3:00pm and we recommend arriving at this time.

We then gather for the first of our musical presentations from our Tour Leader Graham Abbott, who will tell us all about Schubert’s heartbreaking song-cycle of lost love that we will hear this evening, Winterreise

Following our talk, we gather for welcome drinks and canapés to chat and get to know our Tour Leader and fellow guests, before making the short walk over to the City Recital Hall, Angel Place, for the first of our concerts, a complete performance of Schubert’s song-cycle of lost love, Winterreise, performed by pianist Daniil Trifonov and German baritone Matthias Goerne.

CONCERT PERFORMANCE – CITY RECITAL HALL, 7:00pm
Schubert Winterreise

Daniil Trifonov piano
Matthias Goerne baritone

Following the performance, we make our way back to the InterContinental Sydney for a restful night ahead of tomorrow’s activities or to enjoy a nightcap on the hotel’s rooftop Aster Bar.

DAY 2 | Thursday 27 March 2025

2ND OF 3 NIGHTS AT INTERCONTINENTAL SYDNEY

EXPLORING THE ROCKS, LUNCH & OPERA PERFORMANCE (B, L):

This morning, following a delicious breakfast at our 5-star hotel, we enjoy a talk from Graham Abbott on the opera we will hear this evening, Verdi’s La traviata.

Following our morning talk, we stroll over to The Rocks (Tallawoladah) for a relaxed private guided walking tour. The Rocks holds a unique place in Sydney’s colonial history as the birthplace of European Australia. On our guided tour, we will hear the legends and history of Sydney as we stroll the shoreline of the sparkling Sydney Harbour and wander down hidden alleyways, shady courtyards, and cobbled lanes.

After our leisurely walking tour, we gather at one of Sydney’s finest dining establishments for a delicious 3-course lunch overlooking the sparkling waters of Sydney Harbour and the Sydney Opera House.

Following our lunch together, we return to our hotel to rest ahead of this evening’s performance. Alternatively, rather than returning to the hotel, you might like to visit the nearby Museum of Contemporary Art, which we will pass on our way back. The Museum of Contemporary Art, with its perfect location overlooking Circular Quay is the most visited contemporary art museum in the world and houses a great free permanent collection and a constantly changing series of visiting exhibitions.

This evening, we make the picturesque stroll to the Sydney Opera House for this evening’s performance.

OPERA PERFORMANCE – SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE, JOAN SUTHERLAND THEATRE, 7:30pm
Giuseppe Verdi La traviata

Paul Fitzsimon conductor
Sarah Giles director
Lorina Gore Violetta Valéry
Iain Henderson Alfredo Germont
Luke Gabbedy Giorgio Germont
Angela Hogan Flora Bervoix
Virgilio Marino Gastone
Richard Anderson Baron Douphol
Andrew Moran Marquis D’obigny
Shane Lowrencev Doctor Grenvil
Catherine Bouchier Annina

Following the performance, we return to our hotel.

DAY 3 | Friday 28 March 2025

3RD OF 3 NIGHTS AT INTERCONTINENTAL SYDNEY

MORNING TALK, Q&A, LUNCH AND CONCERT PERFORMANCE (B, L):

This morning begins with our final insightful talk on the concert we will attend this evening, followed by an exclusive Q&A with a singer from Opera Australia’s production of La traviata that we would have seen in action the previous evening. The Q&A will be hosted by Tour Leader Graham Abbott, with ample opportunity for guests to ask questions as well.

Following this exclusive Q&A, we make our way to another of Sydney’s fine-dining destinations for a delicious group lunch ahead of this evening’s performance. Cafe Sydney, on the top floor of Sydney’s historic Customs House, has built its reputation as one of the city’s premiere dining destinations over its 22-year history and offers diners spectacular views over Circular Quay and the Sydney Harbour Bridge.

Following lunch, time is allowed to rest ahead of this evening’s concert.

After our siesta, we return to the Sydney Opera House for one last performance, the Sydney Symphony Orchestra performing under the baton of Asher Fisch with superstar pianist Daniil Trifonov.

CONCERT PERFORMANCE – SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE CONCERT HALL, 7:00pm

Asher Fisch conductor 
Daniil Trifonov piano 
Sydney Symphony Orchestra

Liadov The Enchanted Lake 
Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No. 4  
Berlioz Symphonie fantastique 

Following the conclusion of this incredible concert, we stroll back to our hotel, taking in the sights of Sydney’s bustling Circular Quay on the way.

DAY 4 | Saturday 29 March 2025

TOUR ENDS (B):

Following our final breakfast at the hotel, the tour concludes.

INCLUSIONS

26–29 March 2025 (4 DAYS)

AUD$4,150 PER PERSON TWIN SHARE

Single supplement: AUD$995
Deposit payment 1: Deposit AUD$1,500 per person (due at time of booking)
Deposit payment 2: Deposit AUD$1,500 per person (due on 26 November 2024)
Final payment due: 21 January 2025

INCLUSIONS:

• Performances: Premium seats to a performance of Verdi’s La traviata at the Sydney Opera House Joan Sutherland Theatre; premium seats to a performance by the Sydney Symphony Orchestra at the Sydney Opera House Concert Hall; A Reserve seats to a performance at the City Recital Hall.

• Tour Leader and Talks: Tour Leadership and three exclusive private talks by Graham Abbott.

• Tour Manager: An experienced Tour Manager to accompany the group throughout the tour.

• Hotels: Three nights' accommodation at the centrally located 5-star InterContinental Sydney, in an Eastern Harbour View King Room. Porterage of one piece of luggage at the hotel. Upgrade options are available as follows:

  • Upgrade to a Sydney Opera House View King Room for AUD$750 for the full duration of your stay (subject to availability).

• Travel: Short journeys throughout the tour will be on foot, including to and from restaurants and performances.

• Meals/Drinks: Breakfast each morning at the hotel. Two lunches with wine, water and tea/coffee, and one welcome drinks reception with canapés.

• Entry Fees and Guided Tours: Entrance fees for museums, art galleries etc. as stated in your itinerary. Expert local guides at some sites.

• Tips: Tips for drivers, local guides and meals included in your itinerary.

• Information Pack: Comprehensive pre-tour information pack.

EXCLUSIONS:

• International/Domestic Travel: Hayllar Music Tours can provide you with a quote. Phone 02 9669 9181 / +61 2 9669 9181 (Australia / International) or email contact@hayllarmusictours.com

• Airport Transfers: Transfers to/from airports and hotels at the beginning and end of the tour. These can be arranged at an additional cost.

• Travel Insurance: Please note that travel insurance is recommended for tours within Australia. Hayllar Music Tours can organise your travel insurance for you. Please contact them at phone 02 9669 9181 / +61 2 9669 9181 (Australia / International) or email contact@hayllarmusictours.com

• Meals: Lunches and dinners not nominated in your itinerary.

• Personal Expenses: Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls and mini-bar.

• Activities in Free Time: Costs associated with any activities suggested for you in your free time.

SMALL GROUP SIZE

The tour will operate with 8 people. The maximum number on the tour will be 20 people.

FITNESS LEVEL REQUIRED - LEVEL 1

All members of the group must feel comfortable walking for 1–2 hours, standing for long periods of time in museums, art galleries etc. and embarking/disembarking coaches.

BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS

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DANIIL TRIFONOV IN SYDNEY