MUSIC TOURS

John Howie has been leading successful music tours across Europe, USA, Asia, New Zealand and Australia since 1995, but is first and foremost a musician. He and his twin brother, Graeme perform as The Howie Brothers, one of Australia’s leading country music/easy listening/vocal harmony acts. The idea behind the music tours are quality sightseeing during the day and fantastic music at night. Most of the tours are led by top artists in their music field such as Adam Harvey, Craig Giles and Jules Boult. Join us on one of the following fantastic music tours.
Murray River Music Cruise with John Howie

Murray River Music Cruise with John Howie

  • 28 Sep 2025
  • Australia
  • 9 Nights
  • PS Murray Princess
Includes Accommodation, Guided Sightseeing, A selection of entertainment & meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Tour leadership by John Howie
  • Ride on the Cockle Train
  • Ngaut Ngaut Aboriginal Reserve
TOUR DETAILS
Music Tour of the USA with Craig Giles

Music Tour of the USA with Craig Giles

  • 12 Oct 2025
  • North America
  • 17 Nights
Includes Flights, Accommodation, Guided Sightseeing, A selection of entertainment and meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Tour leadership by Craig Giles
  • Mississippi River cruise, dinner & jazz music
  • Graceland, Elvis Presley’s famous mansion
TOUR DETAILS
Country Music Cruise to New Zealand

Country Music Cruise to New Zealand

  • 18 Nov 2025
  • New Zealand
  • 12 Nights
  • Celebrity Edge
Includes Accommodation, Guided Sightseeing, A selection of entertainment and meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Tour leadership by John Howie
  • Country Music Festival at Sea
  • Cruising onboard on Celebrity Edge
TOUR DETAILS
South Australia Music Cruise with Brendan Scott

South Australia Music Cruise

  • 28 Feb 2026
  • Australia
  • 12 Nights
  • Discovery Princess
Includes Accommodation, Guided Sightseeing, A selection of entertainment and meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Tour leadership by John Howie
  • Exclusive performances by Brendan Scott
  • Cruising onboard Discovery Princess
TOUR DETAILS
Sydney & Norfolk Island Music Tour with John Howie

Sydney & Norfolk Island Music Tour

  • 13 Apr 2026
  • Australia
  • 8 Nights
Includes Flights, Accommodation, Guided Sightseeing, A selection of entertainment & meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Sydney sightseeing & Manly Ferry cruise
  • A progressive dinner on Norfolk Island
  • Tour leadership by John Howie
TOUR DETAILS
Australian outback music tour with Craig Giles

Outback music tour with Craig Giles

  • 12 May 2026
  • Australia
  • 14 Nights
Includes Accommodation, Guided Sightseeing, A selection of entertainment and meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Led by Australian entertainer, Craig Giles
  • Fantastic outback scenery
  • Underground Dugout Motel in White Cliffs
TOUR DETAILS
Blues Music Tour of America with Jules Boult

USA Blues Music Tour with Jules Boult

  • 23 May 2026
  • North America
  • 18 Nights
Includes Flights, Accommodation, Guided Sightseeing, A selection of entertainment and meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Tour leadership by Jules Boult
  • Chicago Blues Festival
  • Visit Blues and Jazz museums
TOUR DETAILS
Music Tour of Europe with John Howie

Music Tour of Europe with John Howie

  • 9 Jul 2026
  • Europe
  • 19 Nights
Includes Flights, Accommodation, Guided Sightseeing, A selection of entertainment & meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Andre Rieu concert (optional; TBC), in Maastricht
  • Celtic music festival in Brittany
  • Sightseeing Tours in each city
TOUR DETAILS
Murray River & South Australia Music Tour with John Howie

Murray River & South Australia Music Tour

  • 30 Aug 2026
  • Australia
  • 9 Nights
Includes Accommodation, Guided Sightseeing, A selection of entertainment & meals

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Tour leadership by John Howie
  • Visit Kangaroo Island
  • 5 day/4 night cruise on the PS Murray Princess
TOUR DETAILS

Fascinating Destinations
Fabulous times & people
Everything’s included
Caring Tour Guide
Come with a partner or fly solo
Unique Travel Experiences

TRAVELRITE INTERNATIONAL CUSTOMERS SAY...

“One of the best tours we have ever done. Great program and lovely people.”

M Ordell

Highway 61 Blues Music Tour of USA

“Well organised tour that ran smoothly. Very impressed with Wayne Horsburgh, intelligent, talented and caring.”

B Kilburn

Music Tour to West Australia

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