For over a decade, All Classical Portland listeners have joined the station’s radio hosts for cultural adventures to far-flung corners of the world. Watch this space for information about upcoming journeys and to view photos and audio postcards from previous trips.
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Our Next Adventure!

Explore Scandinavia with All Classical Portland! August 11-22, 2022
Explore Scandinavia with All Classical Portland featuring the Copenhagen Classical Music Festival, the Oslo Chamber Music Festival, a concert in the home of Edvard Grieg, & more!
Join host Brandi Parisi, friends of All Classical Portland and fellow classical music lovers to experience the Nordic world of fjords, castles, glaciers, and the legacy of the Vikings on this Scandinavian adventure. Travel by train, ferry, and coach through Sweden, Denmark, and Norway. Ride the world’s most scenic railway line to Bergen, tour Danish castles and palaces and attend classical concerts in historic settings. See the Danish crown jewels, preserved Viking ships and the warship Vasa, rescued after more than 300 years on the bottom of Stockholm harbor. To top it off, you’ll be treated to an opera at Stockholm’s royal palace and a private concert in the home of Edvard Grieg. Our 12-day classical Scandinavia journey has it all!
Trip at a glance:
- 3 Nights Stockholm, Sweden
- 3 Nights Copenhagen, Denmark
- 1 Overnight ferry ride to Oslo, Norway
- 2 Nights Oslo, Norway
- 2 Nights Bergen, Norway
Trip highlights*:
- Tickets to the Royal Swedish Opera
- Copenhagen Classical Music Festival
- Oslo Chamber Music Festival
- The awe-inspiring scenic rail journey from Oslo to Bergen
- Traditional dining experiences
- Viking Museum
- A concert in the home of Edvard Grieg
- A scenic fjord cruise in Norway
Trip Facts:
- 12 Days/ 11 Nights (not including air travel)
- August 11, 2022: trip begins in Stockholm, Sweden
- August 22, 2022: trip ends in Bergen, Norway
- $5,750 per person, double occupancy
- $1,275 single supplement
*Itinerary is subject to change
All travelers are required to present proof of vaccination. Read more about Cultural Tour safety guidelines at earthboundexpeditions.com/travel-safe. For more information, including how to book a spot on this exciting journey, follow the link below or contact Earthbound Expeditions at (800) 723-8454.

Join All Classical Portland on a Cultural Tour of Japan in October, 2022
Classical Music, Gardens, Culture, History & Cherry Blossoms
October 10-20, 2022
Join All Classical Portland President & CEO Suzanne Nance and fellow lovers of classical music, art, food, history, and culture on a fascinating journey to Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima and Osaka. For 11 unforgettable days, you will discover the splendor and grace of Japanese temples, gardens, palaces, shrines and modern landmarks. Classical music concerts will abound and the cherry blossoms of Kyoto are sure to put on a gorgeous display. Four-star hotels, superb hospitality, and sumptuous cuisine await you on this incredible journey!
TRIP AT A GLANCE
- 4 Nights Tokyo
- 2 Nights Hiroshima
- 4 Nights Kyoto
YOUR ALL CLASSICAL JOURNEY INCLUDES*
- Hosted by All Classical Portland President and CEO, Suzanne Nance
- Tickets to two symphony and/or opera performances
- An additional classical recital featuring traditional music from Japan
- Pre-concert talks with your host
- Four-star hotels throughout
- Guided visits to temples, gardens, markets and museums
- Transfers by private coach
- High-speed train tickets from Tokyo to Kyoto
- Airport transfers for those arriving/departing with the group
- Daily excursions with English-speaking expert local guides
- All breakfasts plus 11 additional culinary experiences
- Outings to colorful markets
- Travel with like-minded All Classical Portland supporters
TRIP FACTS
- 11 Days / 10 Nights
- Trip departs Portland on October 9, 2022
- Trip begins in Tokyo on October 10, 2022
- Trip culminates on October 20, at the Osaka airport
- $7,395 per person double occupancy land
- Single Supplement $1,445
- Optional Group Flight from Portland TBD (includes taxes, fees & airport transfers in Japan)
- Depart: Portland, OR to Tokyo October 9, 2022 (arrives in Tokyo October 10)
- Return: Osaka to Portland, OR October 20, 2022
WAYS TO SAVE $550
- Reserve by June 1 & save $300
- Pay by check & save $150
- Travel alumni save $100
*Itinerary is subject to change
All travelers are required to present proof of vaccination. Read more about Cultural Tour safety guidelines at earthboundexpeditions.com/travel-safe. For more information, including how to book a spot on this exciting journey, follow the link below or contact Earthbound Expeditions at (800) 723-8454.
Poland and Prague update:
After careful consideration with our travel partners at Earthbound Expeditions, we have canceled our May 2022 trip to Poland and Prague. Our hearts go out to the people of Ukraine, and we are hopeful that a peaceful resolution will soon put an end to this heartbreaking tragedy. For more ways to help the citizens of Ukraine, visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine website.
Past Adventure Scrapbooks

NYC with All Classical Portland! Dec 4-8, 2019
With Ed GoldbergDec 4-8, 2019

Travel to Paris & Provence
With Warren BlackSeptember 18-28, 2019

Classical Christmas Markets December 2018
With Matt RogersDecember 8 – 14, 2018

Summer Sounds of Santa Fe
With John PitmanJuly 30 - August 5

Exploring Scotland & Ireland – Fall 2016
With Robert McBrideOctober 9 - 21, 2016

La Musica Paradiso! – Italy, Summer 2016
With Suzanne NanceJuly 8-20, 2016

Flavors of Italy – Fall 2015
With Christa WesselOctober 17-28, 2015

Classical Cuba – Spring 2015
With Ed GoldbergMarch 21-29, 2015

The Blue Danube – Fall 2014
With Edmund Stone, Jack Allen and Andrea RennieOctober 19-31

Jewels of the Adriatic – Spring 2014
With Brandi Parisi and Kelly PalinJune 4th – 18th.

Barcelona & France – Fall 2013
With John Burk and Jack AllenSeptember 8-19, 2013

Germany – Spring 2013
With John Pitman and Larry HoltzMay 19 - 29, 2013

New Zealand – Fall 2012
With Jack Allen and Christa WesselNovember 3 – 17, 2012

Turkey and Greece – Spring 2012
With Robert McBride and Mary EvjenMay 12 – 25, 2011

The Emerald Isle & Scotland – Fall 2011
With Jack Allen & Edmund Stone of All Classical PortlandSeptember 7 – 19, 2011

Italy – May 2011
With Ed Goldberg and Mary Evjen
South America – October 2010
With on-air host Brandi Parisi
In Search of Chopin, May 2010
With Andrea Murray and Jack Allen