Newmarket Holidays adds new André Rieu concert packages

The operator’s popular Waltz King concert packages include a seat to watch André Rieu and his Johann Strauss Orchestra live, centrally located bed and breakfast accommodation, transfers, excursions to showcase the host city, and the support of an experienced tour manager. To mark the launch, a saving of up to £100 per couple and a free case of wine is available on all bookings made before 31 July 2024. 

Departing 2 April 2025, the new four-day Manchester itinerary includes André Rieu’s performance at the new Co-op Live indoor arena, plus a visit to historic Tatton Park, lunch on board the vintage East Lancashire Railway, and the option of joining the famous Coronation Street Experience. Prices start from £599 per person.

Liverpool is a returning favourite, with the package including the King of Waltz’s concert at the M&S Bank Arena, a visit to the Royal Albert Dock, a cruise on board the Mersey Ferry and a coach tour along The Beatles Trail, with the Strawberry Field Visitor Centre and the childhood homes, schools and colleges of John, Paul and Ringo among the sights. There’s also a visit to Liverpool Cathedral, one of the largest cathedrals in the world. Prices start from £539pp, with departures on 3 April 2025.

The Glasgow package is a four-day tour starting on 4 April 2025 and including seats to watch the music maestro perform with his Johann Strauss Orchestra at the city’s OVO Hydro Glasgow arena. The trip features a city tour, sightseeing through the Trossachs National Park, a visit to Callander, the ‘Gateway to the Highlands’, and a cruise across Loch Katrine onboard the historic steamship, Sir Walter Scott. Prices start from £659pp. 

Customers who book any of the new tours before 31 July 2024 will save up to £100 per couple and receive a free case of Virgin Wines. This offer applies to all 2025 UK concert packages, plus André Rieu concerts in Vienna and, festive performances in Maastricht in 2024 and Amsterdam in 2025.

David Sharman, Chief Commercial Officer at Newmarket Holidays says: "Our André Rieu concerts are a hit with the trade because they are well-rounded experiences that agents can offer to a wide range of customers, from classical music enthusiasts to those looking for a culturally rich city break. Centrally located accommodations, excursions, and the support of experienced tour managers make these packages appealing and easy to sell, with the early-booking offer providing a final flourish!"