Explore South Florida's Black Cultural Heritage

      Explore South Florida's Rich Black Cultural Heritage

      BC
      1 review
      Duration: 6 days
      Group size: 6 - 15
      Explore South Florida's Black Cultural Heritage
      Explore South Florida's Rich Black Cultural Heritage

      1 review

      $NaN
      Duration: 6 days
      Group size: 6 - 15

      About this trip

      Yes, we know that South Florida is known for it's warm weather, pristine beaches and the non-stop nightlife, but there is so much more to do and see!


      We invite you to discover the off the beach, off the beaten path parts of South Florida that offer local, authentic cultural immersive experiences in West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Key West!


      This is the only multi-day tour itinerary that showcases rich Black cultural heritage found throughout South Florida. Our small, intimate group experiences provide ample opportunities to get up close and personal and to dive deeper in exploring South Florida's diverse Black cultural heritage through food, music, art, dance and stories of the past and present told by locals.


      Don't worry! We'll leave plenty of free time if the beaches and nightlife are a must do for you!

      Off the Beach and Off the Beaten Path

      • Engage in this transformative experience while supporting and helping to sustain Black-owned businesses.
      • Dive deep into South Florida’s Black cultural heritage on interactive, inspiring bus tours visiting several heritage neighborhoods such as Historic Overtown, Little Haiti, Little Havana, Virginia Key Beach and the Sistrunk Corridor. You'll visit historic sites such the Historic Hampton House, African American Research Library & Cultural Center and the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum.
      • Gain a deeper understanding of Black cultural heritage when you explore diverse cultures found in West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Key West. You'll become immersed in African American, Caribbean and Afro-Cuban cultures through food, dance, art, music and meeting locals. 
      • Explore South Florida with local expert guides and learn about their rich heritage and communities while visiting cultural museums and small Black-owned businesses.

      Why Book With Us?

      • This trip is planned and guided by a Black-owned tour operator that has partnered with other Black-owned local businesses and cultural attractions to level the playing field for underrepresented businesses and neighborhoods to actively participate in the travel and tourism industry. When you book with us, you are helping to sustain these small businesses. Plus, you will meet locals in off the beaten path neighborhoods who will immerse you in their rich Black cultural heritage.
      • 10% of profits from our itineraries are donated to our non-profit partner, Cultural Heritage Economic Alliance, Inc., to provide technical assistance and capacity building to our tour partners from underserved communities.
      • While each of our BCHT itineraries cover the important history of the Civil Rights Movement, each of our itineraries are designed to bridge the past to the present, and offer a broader narrative of the American Black experience, sights and stories that have never been seen or told.

      Terms and Conditions

      Payment Requirement

      · A deposit of $250 is due at the time of booking.

      · Final payment is due 60 days prior to beginning of the tour.

      If this balance is not paid on or before the due date we reserve the right to treat your booking as cancelled and any cancellation charges outlined (Cancellation by You) will apply.

      Cancellation Policy

      Cancellation by you  

      Cancelling some or all portions of your booking will set the cancellation terms set out below. 

      A cancellation will only be effective when we receive written confirmation that you have sent to your relevant sales representative of the cancellation. If you cancel a trip:

      · Your deposit is fully refundable up to 60 days prior to start of tour less $50 fee.

      · 59-31 days or more prior to departure, your deposit amount will be non-refundable.

      · Between 30 and 15 days prior to departure, we charge a cancellation fee of 50% of the total booking cost. 

      · 14 days or fewer prior to departure, we charge a cancellation fee of 100% of the booking cost.

      · No refunds will be issued for leaving the tour for any reason after it has commenced.

      · No refunds will be issued for No Shows.

      Note: You are strongly advised to take out travel and cancellation insurance at the time of booking. 


      Cancellation by CHAT

      Our trips are guaranteed to depart once they have one fully paid customer unless minimum group size specifically states otherwise (which is stated in the trip page or on our website) and subject to reasonable itinerary changes as described in these Booking Conditions. If we cancel your trip, you can transfer amounts paid to an alternate departure date or receive a refund, unless your trip is cancelled due to a Force Majeure Event (as defined below).

       

      Cancellation due to Force Majeure

      If a trip is cancelled due to a Force Majeure Event, we can offer you a choice of:

      (a) a 100% credit of monies paid for your trip: or

      (b) a refund minus unrecoverable costs.

      If the cancellation due to a Force Majeure Event occurs after a trip has commenced, we can offer you a choice of a pro-rata:

      (a) 100% credit for the days that remain on your trip: or

      (b) refund minus unrecoverable costs of the days that remain on your trip.


      A “Force Majeure Event” includes but is not limited to: acts of God; war; civil commotion; riot; blockade or embargo; fire; explosion; breakdown; union dispute; earthquake; epidemic, pandemic or other health emergency; flood; hurricane; windstorm or other extreme weather event; lack or failure of courses of supply; passage of any law, order, proclamation, regulation, ordinance, demand, requisition or requirement or any other act of any government authority, beyond the reasonable control of the parties, whether or not foreseeable, which would make it dangerous or not viable for a trip to commence or continue.


      In the event of any cancellation, there will be no claim for damages by either party against the other and we are not responsible for any incidental expenses that you may have incurred because of your booking including but not limited to visas, vaccinations, travel insurance excess or non-refundable flights.

      General Information

      All Rates are based on a double/Twin room occupancy. Single Rooms are available at extra charge upon request. Itinerary is subject to change.


      Privacy policy

      Any personal information that we collect about you will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and may be used for any purpose associated with the operation of a trip. In making this booking you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons such as our agents, service providers or other suppliers to enable us to operate the trip or, if permitted by any relevant Spam laws, to send you marketing material in relation to our events and special offers.


      Masks Policy

      Face masks are mandatory on our buses and indoors. Face masks are optional while touring outside. A COVID-19 liability waiver is required to be signed by all tour participants prior to tour date. A link to the electronic waiver will be shared prior to the start of your tour. 


      Attire

      Please wear comfortable clothing and shoes for our walking tours which occur outdoors.

      What’s included

      • Accommodations
        6 nights in 3 + 4 Star Bed & Breakfast and Hotels
      • Meals
        7 Breakfast + 5 lunches
      • Transportation
        Air Conditioned Private Van
      • Local Expert Tour Guides
      • All Activities + Tours
      • All Entrance Fees
      • Airport Transfers
        Transport to Airport
      • Tour Director
      • Airfare
        *Preferred Travel Advisors Available to Assist with Airfare and Inbound Transfers
      • Travel Insurance
      • Gratuities
      • Personal Expenses

      Available Packages

      Per Person/Double Occupancy
      Available until 30 days before departure
      $2,699
      Deposit: $250
      Single Occupancy
      Available until 30 days before departure

      A single supplement is available if you are traveling alone and do not wish to share a room. Please make sure to check the SINGLE ROOM on your reservation form accordingly.

      $2,899
      Deposit: $250


      Itinerary

      Day 1
      Welcome to South Florida!

      Explore downtown Miami, Brickell area or South Beach on your own. Indulge in a variety of culturally-infused menus inclusive of authentic Cuban, Caribbean and a broad selection of culinary choices. 


      A list of some of our favorite restaurants, optional sights to see and things to do will be provided during a meet and greet and orientation tonight.

      Your Organizer


      BC
      Black Cultural Heritage Tours Collection
      1 review
      Powered by Cultural Heritage Alliance for Tourism, Inc. (CHAT), The Black Cultural Heritage Tours Collection curates single + multi-day immersive Black cultural heritage tour experiences, and connections to the people and places that have shaped communities and culture from the past to the present. As the premiere Black-owned receptive tour operator in the U.S., our tours offer transformative experiences for culturally curious travelers while driving economic benefits to help sustain underrepresented Black-owned businesses.

      Reviews

      CM
      The trip was cancelled at the last minute. I wasted my money on travel insurance and a cancelled flight.
      By Carolyn M for From Charleston to Savannah - The Ultimate Gullah Geechee Experience on 31 Jan, 2023
      Hi Carolyn, We truly apologize that you lost money from the trip cancellation. We do require a minimum to conduct a tour as we are working hard to market and secure bookings so that many can enjoy this very special experience we put our heart and soul into to amplify the Gullah Geechee history and culture. We would like to do something for your inconvenience to offset any costs you incurred due to our cancellation. Please email our Managing Director, Amit Ariel, at aariel@experienceblackculture.com so we can see how we can assist with any loss. Again, our sincerest apologies for the inconvenience of the trip cancellation.
      BC