Travel Through Music: Brazil 2026 – Rio de Janeiro & Salvador
Ten days of curated culture, ocean views, live music, and unforgettable experience
📍 Rio de Janeiro & Salvador, Bahia • 🗓 May 7–16, 2026 • 👥 Limited to 10 travelers
Not Just a Vacation – A Cultural Immersion Through Music
This isn’t a “see it from the bus window” trip.
For 10 days, you’ll experience Brazil as a welcomed guest, not a tourist. We’ll dance samba where locals dance, eat at restaurants that tell a story, support Black and women-led businesses in Bahia, and learn the history and heartbeat of Brazil through music, food, and community.
Led by vocalist & cultural curator Safiya (Travel Through Music) and powered on the ground by Your Local Host Brazil, this journey is designed for travelers who love:
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Live music and dance
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Black history & Afro-diasporic connections
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Beach days with real cultural depth
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Small-group, stress-free travel where everything is handled for you
TRIP SNAPSHOT
Dates: May 7–16, 2026 (10 days / 9 nights)
Destinations: Rio de Janeiro (4 nights) + Salvador, Bahia (5 nights)
Group Size: Intimate group of 10 travelers
Vibe: Cultural immersion, music, movement, beach, and community
Pace: Full, fun days with built-in downtime to breathe, wander, and soak it in
Perfect for you if…
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You’ve been dreaming of visiting Brazil but don’t want to go alone
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You want trusted local hosts and a curated experience centered on Black culture, music, and joy
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You love the idea of sharing this with a small, aligned group – and making new friends along the way
WHAT’S INCLUDED
You Don’t Have to Plan a Thing. We Got You.
Your package includes:
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✅ Over 15 curated cultural experiences in Rio & Salvador
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samba and Afro-dance classes
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African heritage tours
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Fine dining with a private chef
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Island and beach days
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City tours
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Live music nights, and more
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✅ All private, bilingual guides & hosts for activities
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✅ All in-country ground transport for listed tours & experiences
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✅ Airport transfers in both cities (arrival & departure)
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✅ Welcome dinners in Rio & Salvador
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✅ Daily activities centered on music, dance, culture, and history
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✅ A special Travel Through Music x Brazil welcome gift
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✅A Travel Guide and Free trial for Primsleur Language Learnining
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✅ Stays at 4 star hotels:
Grand Mercure Rio de Janeiro Copacabana
Hotel Vila Galé Salvador
Not Included (so there are no surprises):
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❌ International flights to/from Brazil
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❌ Visa fees (if required for your nationality)
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❌ Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
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❌ Some meals & free-time activities
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❌ Personal shopping & extra drinks
ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS
Day 1 (MAY 7) :
Land in Rio & Welcome to Brazil
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Airport pickup & check-in
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Private samba class to shake off the flight
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Welcome dinner with live samba or bossa nova – your first taste of the city’s nightlife
Day 2 (MAY 8) :
Iconic Rio + Hidden Gems
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Full-day guided tour: Christ the Redeemer, Sugarloaf Mountain, Selarón Steps & Santa Teresa
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Cachaça tasting, mini Portuguese lesson & Amazonian fruit tasting
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Slow-food lunch at the legendary Aprazível Restaurant, overlooking Rio’s hills
Evening: Optional night out at Blue Note Rio
or similar venue for live Brazilian jazz/fusion.
Day 3 (MAY 9):
African Heritage of Rio
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Guided visit to Valongo Wharf and key Afro-Brazilian historic sites
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Learn about the African diaspora in Brazil, resilience, and culture
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Afro-Brazilian food tasting
Day 4 (MAY 10):
Free Day in Rio
Beach day in Ipanema or Copacabana, local markets, or optional add-ons (hang gliding, surfing, Carnival tour, favela tour with ethical partner, etc.)
Day 5 (MAY 11) :
Fly to Salvador & Bahia Welcome Night
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Transfer & check-in
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Evening Folkloric Ballet performance showcasing capoeira, candomblé, samba, maculelê & more
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Welcome dinner at a historic center restaurant celebrating Northeastern Brazilian cuisine
Day 6 (MAY 12):
Capoeira, Samba & City Tour
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Capoeira + ancestral samba & percussion class with a master teacher
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Private city tour: coastline views, historic neighborhoods & curated cultural stops
Day 7 (MAY 13)
Afro-Dance & Pelourinho
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Afro-dance class + artistic talk about movement, identity, and culture
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Walking tour of Salvador’s Afro-Brazilian heritage: music, religion, gastronomy, and everyday life, plus tastings and street food
Day 8 (MAY 14) :
Praia do Forte Beach & Turtles
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Day trip to Praia do Forte
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Buggy ride through forest trails to Pojuca River
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Visit to the Tamar Project (Sea Turtle Institute)
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Time for beach, food, and village exploring
Day 9 (may 15):
Private Boat Day: Frades & Itaparica Islands
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Full day on a private 44-ft speedboat in All Saints Bay
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Swim in turquoise waters, visit islands, enjoy drinks and appetizers onboard
Evening: Exclusive 5-course Afro-Brazilian tasting dinner with a personal chef + live music – our closing celebration.
Day 10 (MAY 16TH)– Departure Day
Airport transfers & goodbyes… until the next country we travel through music together.
Investment & Payment Plan – Brazil 2026
Join us in Brazil for an immersive Travel Through Music experience in Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, with local expert guiding by Kaliane.
Trip Packages
Shared Room Package
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Total: $2,176.53 per person
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Ideal if you’re happy to share a room with another traveler.
Private Room Package
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Total: $2,753.07 per person
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Perfect if you prefer your own room in both Rio and Salvador.
Both packages include guiding fees + hotel stays in Rio & Salvador. Flights and some meals are not included.
Spots and pricing are limited. Once the group is full, registration closes to keep the experience intimate and high-quality.
FAQ
Is this trip beginner-friendly for Brazil?
Yes. This trip is designed for people who are new to Brazil and want trusted guidance, community, and curated experiences.
Do I need to speak Portuguese?
Nope! Your guides are bilingual, and you’ll even get a mini Portuguese lesson along the way. You will also get a free trial to Primsleur if you want to learn some Portuguese? I will email you a travel guide before you come with basic phrases as well.
Can I come solo?
Absolutely. Most of our travelers are solo. We’ll pair you with a roommate (another traveler) or you can upgrade to a private room.
Are flights included?
Flights are not included, giving you flexibility to use points, miles, or route from wherever you’re coming from.
What about refunds & cancellations?
Refund Policy
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Deposits are non-refundable.
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Additional payments are refundable until we send the first non-refundable payment to our local partner in Brazil on Feb 1st.
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After that point, all payments become non-refundable.
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You may transfer or sell your spot at any time if you can’t attend.
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Travel insurance is required.
Ready to Travel Through Music in Brazil?
If Brazil has been on your heart – this is your sign.
Ten days. Two cities. One powerful connection to Afro-Brazilian culture, music, and community. With everything pre-curated, all you have to do is pack your bags and show up.
Secure your spot for the Travel Through Music Brazil Trip 2026!
This non-refundable deposit reserves your place on our 10-day cultural immersion through Rio de Janeiro and Salvador, Bahia.
Your deposit guarantees:
✔ Your spot in a limited group of travelers
✔ Priority access to room selection (shared or private)
✔ Lock-in of your trip price
✔ First access to trip announcements, flight guidance, and preparation emails
After paying the deposit today, your monthly payments will begin January 1, 2026 and continue through April 1, 2026.
This deposit is non-refundable, as it is used immediately to begin securing hotels, experiences, and local services with our Brazilian partners.
By submitting your deposit, you agree to:
The refund & cancellation policy
The payment schedule
All trip terms listed on the Travel Through Music website
Get ready for an unforgettable journey filled with music, culture, beaches, rhythm, and community.
We can’t wait to travel through music with you in Brazil!