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Itinerary
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Day 1: Thursday, July 2ndWelcome to Brazil! Once you arrive you’ll check in to our 4 star hotel! Tonight will be our welcome dinner where we’ll get to try some authentic Brazilian food!
Flights leave from the U.S. on Wednesday, July 1st. Please book roundtrip flights to RIOgaleão International Airport (GIG).
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Day 2: Friday, July 3rdToday we’re going to Little Africa to learn about Afro-Brazilian history and culture! Then, we'll go behind the scenes of Carnival to see costumes up close and discover how Brazil’s biggest celebration comes to life!
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Day 3: Saturday, July 4thToday we’ll visit the iconic Christ the Redeemer, one of the 7 Wonders of the World! Then we'll take in the views from Sugarloaf Mountain and snap photos at the colorful Selarón Steps.
Next we’ll head back to the hotel to rest and get ready for dinner!
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Day 4: Sunday, July 5thGrab your bags! Today we’re taking a flight to Salvador de Bahia, the Blackest part of Brazil! Once we land we’ll have time to rest and have some free time to explore Bahia!
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Day 5: Monday, July 6thToday we’ll experience Afro Brazil on our Black immersion tour! We’ll learn about the history, culture, music, and food of Afro Brazil. We’ll also get a chance to experience Capoeira, an Afro Brazilian fight and dance!
After our tour we're heading to the water! We'll go to the beach to get picked up for our catamaran sail around Bahia and enjoy the amazing vibes and views!
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Day 6: Tuesday, July 7thThis morning we’ll take part in our service project in a Favela in Bahia and get a chance to spend sometime with the students and staff that are making an impact in their community.
After our service project, the day is yours! You can head to a local beach with us to relax, go to the markets to souvenir shop, or rest and enjoy the hotel!
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Day 7: Wednesday, July 8thThis morning we're heading back to Rio! Once we arrive we'll check into our hotel and enjoy free time in the city. Later tonight we'll meet back up for our last night group dinner!
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Day 8: Thursday, July 9thWe made it to the last day! Today we'll make our way to the airport. The trip may be over but you’ll return with a new HBCU family and amazing memories of Brazil!
Flights land in the U.S. on Friday, July 10th
COST INCLUDES
• All Inclusive Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner)
• Single & Double Occupancy Room Options
• Roundtrip Flight from Rio to Bahia
• Black Bahia Immersion Tour
• Black Rio Immersion Tour
• 4 Star Rio & Bahia Hotels
• Rio City Treasures Tour
• Catamaran Excursion
• Service Project & Donation
• Dietary Restriction Friendly
• Small Group Experience
• Monthly Payment Plans
• Private Transportation
• En Root Travel T-Shirt
COST EXCLUDES
• Roundtrip Flight to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (GIG)
• Travel Insurance (Strongly Recommended)
• Activities During Free Time
• Hotel Incidentals
• Alcohol
FAQs
Arrival and departure flights will be from RIOgaleão International Airport (GIG). Flights are not included in the trip price. Please book your spot on the trip BEFORE you book your flight!
The best airports of departure considering cost and flight duration are listed below:
ATL
DC (All airports)
IAH
ORD
We will be staying at a 4 star hotel in Rio de Janeiro and in Salvador de Bahia!
You can compare the best travel insurance options for you here. We strongly recommend travel insurance to cover any delays from the airline or issues you encounter in entering the country. We can not provide refunds if you miss the flight or get delayed due to the airline. Travel insurance is your best option to recoup any lost funds due to airline cancellations or delays.
Yes! You can choose to pay in full or pay with a monthly payment plan at check out!
We focus on HBCU Alumni but we welcome all Black travelers on our trips! There are usually 1 or 2 people on every trip that did not attend an HBCU but want to travel the world with us!
