Explore Brazil’s rich culture in Salvador & Rio!
August 12 to 21, 2026
Discover the heart of Afro-Brazilian culture on a powerful 10-day journey
through Salvador and Rio de Janeiro!
Group Size: 10 – 20 travelers
Deposit: $350
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Experience brazil’s Black culture.
Discover the heart of Afro-Brazilian culture in two of Brazil’s most vibrant cities—Salvador and Rio de Janeiro—where Afro-Brazilian heritage, history, and celebration come alive at every turn.
From exploring Candomblé temples and drumming in Pelourinho to savoring Bahian cuisine and witnessing the powerful Boa Morte Festival, we’ll dive deep into Salvador’s rich heritage. Then, we’ll head to Rio for a behind-the-scenes Carnival experience, visits to iconic landmarks like Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain, and a sunset cruise on Guanabara Bay.
This unforgettable trip is a celebration of Afro-Brazilian history, resistance, and joy. Don’t miss out on the chance to explore this incredible country!
Highlights
Iconic Rio Landmarks
Carnival Experience
Pelourinho Walking Tour
Boa Morte Festival
What to Expect
Cultural immersion
This trip is all about Brazil’s rich Black history and traditions, from witnessing the strength of the Boa Morte sisterhood to exploring Little Africa in Rio.
Hands-on workshops
From cooking a traditional Bahian meal to learning the martial art of capoeira, you’ll have opportunities to experience Brazilian culture up close and personal.
Moderate Activity
Expect a moderate level of walking on uneven surfaces as we tour major sites including Pelourinho, Christ the Redeemer, and Sugarloaf Mountain.
What’s Included
- Accommodation for 9 nights at the Monte Pascoal Hotel and Grand Mercure Rio de Janeiro or similar hotels
- Daily Breakfast, (5) Lunches, and (3) Dinners
- All tours and excursions indicated in itinerary, unless marked as optional
- One-way flight from Salvador de Bahia to Rio de Janiero
- Ground transportation to all activities indicated in itinerary
- Roundtrip Airport transfers
- Experienced tour guide
What’s Not Included
- International Airfare
- Some lunches, most dinners, and any meals not listed in the itinerary
- Any tours or activities listed as optional in the itinerary
- Tours and excursions not indicated in the itinerary
- Travel Insurance (Strongly recommended)
- Passport and visa fees (U.S. citizens must obtain a visa to visit Brazil)
- Drinks and Alcohol
- Tips/Gratuities
Important Information
- A passport with 1 blank page and validity for 6 months after your return date is required for entry into Brazil.
- A tourist visa is required for American citizens visiting Brazil. Please consult the U.S. State Department or your country’s corresponding Brazilian embassy to confirm entry requirements.
- Travel insurance, including emergency medical, evacuation, and repatriation coverage, is strongly recommended. Square Mouth is a great resource for finding travel insurance.
What people are saying
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