The incomparable Fred Child has hosted America’s most popular classical music program Performance Today for 25 years. Fred has announced that he will depart from the show next year.

Join Fred as he hosts his last international trip as PT Host at the world’s premier classical music festival - The Lucerne Music Festival in Switzerland, September 4-14, 2025! Held in the prestigious, acoustically exquisite KKL venue on the shores of Lake Lucerne, this world-renowned festival features top-tier orchestras, conductors and soloists. Attend four nights of concerts in the heart of Switzerland. Then three days in the towering alps enjoying picturesque villages and breathtaking vistas from our 4-star mountain home. Dine on fondue while soaking up the stunning views of Europe’s most famous glacier covered mountains: the Monk, Eiger and Jungfrau! Cogwheel trains, gondolas and mountain walks through pretty villages await. We’ll end on glorious Lake Geneva and celebrate Fred at a special farewell dinner.

Space on this exclusive small land trip is limited and with Fred’s recent announcement, the space will go quickly. Don’t delay – make your reservations TODAY.

ALMOST SOLD OUT - Set sail with MPR News Host Angela Davis on an incredible adventure through Cambodia and Vietnam along the Mekong River! Kick things off in Siem Reap, where you’ll be immersed in the mesmerizing history and culture of the Khmer empire amid the jaw-dropping Angkor Wat ruins. Then, hop aboard the luxurious RV Bassac Pandaw, a classic river ship that blends old-world charm with modern luxury, for a first-class cruise through Cambodia's hidden villages. Catch water buffalos strolling across rice fields and soak in the vibrant colors of floating markets. Your adventure wraps up at an elegant hotel in lively Saigon. Ready to make lifelong memories? Book your spot now!

SOLD OUT! Join Kimberly Adams and a lively group of fellow music and art lovers, on a diverse and culturally-rich adventure to Havana, Cuba. Take part in the “Support for the Cuban People” travel category courtesy of Earthbound Expeditions. We’ll enjoy performances in venues scattered throughout Havana and also attend private concerts where we’ll meet the musicians.

Visit social projects aimed at helping disadvantaged youth, take salsa dance lessons from private, professional instructors, eat in private paladar restaurants to support local families and attend a special jazz workshop with Cuban musicians. Stroll the famous Malecón, wander in the picturesque historic center of Havana and ride in a classic convertible, all to the sultry sounds of Cuban jazz. Celebrate music and a diverse culture and support the Cuban people at the same time!

SOLD OUT! Escape the cold gray days of winter and join MPR meteorologist, Paul Huttner, for a very special garden adventure to sun-soaked Costa Rica! On this nine-night tropical paradise adventure you’ll discover a jungle eden unlike any other. Despite its diminutive size, Costa Rica boasts more than 9000 species of flowering plants, 800 species of ferns and, over 850 species of birds. In fact, this tiny country has more biodiversity than all of Europe or North America! Enjoy numerous visits to outstanding national parks, explore lush jungles, cloud forests, stroll along the shores of starlit beaches and view an abundance of exotic wildlife from a bridge that gently suspends you in the mist of the Cloud Forest canopy. Sultry breezes, playful monkeys, and colorful birds await you. Space is limited!

SOLD OUT! Join YourClassical MPR host, Melissa Ousley, and like-minded travelers who share your passion for art, gardens, culture, history and food. Tiptoe through the tulips with a spring trip to Holland! Travel back in time to a bygone era: Holland’s 17th century Golden Age. This was a time when Dutch ships plied the Seven Seas, Rembrandt painted endless masterpieces, and merchants moved the nation’s bounty inland by canal. Gliding along Holland’s many charming waterways, you’ll visit open-air markets and picturesque towns. In addition, we will celebrate the lives of the Dutch Masters and delve into Dutch and Belgian history, taste delicious local cuisine and be treated to fields of tulips bursting with color. This tailor-made expedition is aboard the gorgeous MS Magnifique II.

One Cabin Remains! For over 75 years, The Prague Spring Festival has brought together some of world’s finest ensembles and we have your ticket to see the world-renowned Chicago Symphony at the Prague Spring Music Festival! On this tailor-made classical PERFORMANCE TODAY journey, you will enjoy no less than eight fabulous classical concerts and the music of celebrated German, Austrian and Czech composers. Add in a privately chartered, 1st class cruise on the Blue Danube, Mozart’s Vienna, Beethoven, world class museums, outings to wineries and on-board live classical performances and you have a recipe for a feast for the senses.

Join PERFORMANCE TODAY host Fred Child for a classical music lover's dream trip! Space is limited.