23 A selection of tours This exclusive festival brings leading musicians to Tenerife for a series of intimate concerts in atmospheric island venues. Guests stay in a comfortable hotel, enjoy guided excursions that reveal the island’s landscapes and heritage, and experience a relaxed programme that blends high‑calibre performances with plenty of time to unwind and explore. This tour explores Bordeaux’s grand châteaux, historic quarters and celebrated vineyards, with tastings that showcase the region’s Left Bank and Right Bank styles. Guests visit leading estates, enjoy excellent regional cuisine and stay in a well‑located hotel, creating a relaxed, insightful introduction to one of France’s most influential wine regions. Discover Vienna with expert hosts Jonathan Ray (wine guru) and Christopher Maltman (celebrated baritone), exploring its historic centre, major museums and vibrant opera scene, while also venturing into Austria’s leading wine regions for curated tastings, vineyard visits and exceptional dining that reveal the city’s rich artistic and gastronomic character.. The Kirker Music Festival in Tenerife Departs: 23 Jan 2027 from £4,389pp Bordeaux: The Wine Capital of the World Departs: 12 Oct 2026 from £2,986pp Wine and Opera in Vienna Departs: 18 June 2026 from £3,294pp “Kirker is a brand I really admire for its depth of knowledge and attention to detail. Their cultural journeys go far beyond the usual highlights, with thoughtfully curated experiences that really help bring a destination’s art, history and music to life.” Call Silvia to find out more on 0203 907 1100 On the cultural side, travellers are seeking opera in historic theatres, chamber concerts in atmospheric venues, and curated explorations of art, architecture and history. These trips pair specialist insight with privileged access, creating the kind of richly textured experiences that reward curiosity and conversation. The atmosphere is thoughtful, sociable and quietly indulgent, ideal for those who enjoy travelling with purpose. Wine led journeys offer a more sensory route into place and tradition. From Burgundy and Tuscany to Rioja and Sicily, guests move through landscapes shaped by vineyards and centuries old craftsmanship, meeting winemakers, tasting in private cellars and pairing regional cuisine with the stories behind each bottle. These tours are relaxed, convivial and rooted in a genuine appreciation of terroir and culture. Together, the two styles of trip appeal to travellers who like their holidays to come with a bit of insight and good company. Some prefer to follow music, art and history; others enjoy discovering a place through its vineyards and local flavours. Both offer an easy, engaging way to explore, with the added pleasure of travelling alongside people who share similar interests. For independent travellers, Kirker also arranges tailor‑made European itineraries, supported by an in‑house concierge who can book vineyard tastings, restaurant tables or tickets for opera, ballet and concerts. For further details call 0203 907 1100 |
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