William Seymour Foundation Presents Black History of the South Tour

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William Seymour Foundation Presents Black History of the South Tour
Southeastern United States
May 29 - Jun 6, 2027
Group size: 50 - 50
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$2,950
Deposit: $500

About this trip

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Walk the roads where history was made. Stand in the places where faith became action. Experience the stories that changed America.

The William Seymour Foundation, in partnership with Black Joy Global Travel, invites you on the Black History of the South Tour, a 9-day journey through the faith, courage, culture, and legacy of the Black American experience.

From worship at historic Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta to the powerful Civil Rights landmarks of Montgomery, Memphis, Birmingham, and Greensboro, this journey goes beyond simply visiting historic sites. We will experience the places where ordinary people made extraordinary sacrifices, hear the stories behind the movement, celebrate Black culture and community, and reflect on how their legacy continues to shape our lives today.

Traveling together by private motorcoach from Washington, DC, our group will journey through Atlanta, Montgomery, Memphis, Birmingham, and Greensboro before returning home. Along the way, we'll visit renowned museums and historic sites, enjoy guided experiences, dine together, and intentionally build in time for fellowship, reflection, and rest.

This is more than a vacation.

It is a journey through our history. A celebration of our resilience. And an opportunity to carry the lessons of the past into the future.

May 29 – June 6, 2027


9 Days • 6 Iconic Cities • Endless Impact

A Journey of Faith. Freedom. Culture. Legacy.

Day 1 (May 29)

Setting Out on the Road to Freedom
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Depart Davidsonville Park and Ride to Atlanta, GA

DepartureSaturday, May 29, 20275:30 AM
DestinationSaturday, May 29, 20274:00 PM
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Intercontinental Buckhead

Room typeDouble Occupancy
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Welcome Dinner

Day 2 (May 30)

Faith at the Foundation
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Morning Service at Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church

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Sunday Lunch

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MLK Historic District Guided Tour

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Sunday Dinner

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Intercontinental Buckhead

Room typeDouble Occupancy

Day 3 (May 31)

The Movement Takes a Stand
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MLK House Guided Tour

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Depart Atlanta, GA to Mongomery, AL

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Dinner

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Montgomery Hotel & Conference Ctr

Room typeDouble Occupancy

Day 4 (June 1)

381 Days: The Power of Collective Resistance
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Rosa Parks Museum

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Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church

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Lunch

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Private Montgomery Civil Rights Bus Tour with Local Historian

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Dinner

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Montgomery Hotel & Conference Ctr

Room typeDouble Occupancy

Day 5 (June 2)

From Enslavement to Injustice: Remembering What Was Taken
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Depart Montgomery, AL to Memphis, TN

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Dinner

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Hampton Inn & Suites Memphis-Beale Street

Room typeDouble Occupancy

Day 6 (June 3)

The Mountaintop: Dr. King’s Final Stand
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National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel

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Lunch

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Depart Memphis, TN to Birmingham, AL

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Tutwiler Hotel Birmingham

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Dinner

Day 7 (June 4)

When a People Refuse to Move
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16th Street Baptist Church

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Kelly Ingram Park

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Birmingham Civil Rights Institute

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Lunch

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Dinner

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Tutwiler Hotel Birmingham

Day 8 (June 5)

The Movement Belongs to Us
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Depart Birmingham, AL to Greensboro, NC

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DoubleTree by Hilton Greensboro

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Dinner

Day 9 (June 6)

Four Seats Changed the Nation
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International Civil Rights Center & Museum

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Lunch

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Depart Greensboro to Washington DC

What's Included

What's included

Daily Reflective Discussions with Dr. Estrelda Alexander

Private Motorcoach

Luxury round-trip motorcoach transportation from the DC area, including transportation between cities and scheduled group activities.

8 Nights Hotel

Daily Breakfast

Select Group Meals

Scheduled group lunches and dinners, including opportunities to enjoy Black-owned restaurants and local cuisine.

Museum Admissions

Guided Experiences

Ebenezer Worship

Tour Support

Curated programming, tour leadership, and dedicated on-tour assistance throughout the journey.

What's not included

Travel to Park and Ride

Transportation to and from the designated Washington, DC area motorcoach departure and return location.

Road Stop Meals`

Unlisted Meals

Any meals outside of scheduled group meals and included hotel breakfasts.

Personal Expenses

Travel Insurance

Optional Activities

Optional attractions, activities, or experiences chosen during designated leisure or personal time.

Personal Gratuities

Personal gratuities for services outside of gratuities specifically provided as part of the tour package.

Pricing

Map of the trip locations

A. Intercontinental Buckhead

3315 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305, USA

B. Morning Service at Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church

101 Jackson St NE, Atlanta, GA 30312, USA

C. MLK Historic District Guided Tour

Sweet Auburn, Atlanta, GA, USA

D. Embassy Suites by Hilton Montgomery Hotel & Conference Ctr

300 Tallapoosa St, Montgomery, AL 36104, USA

E. Rosa Parks Museum

252 Montgomery St, Montgomery, AL 36104, USA

F. Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church

454 Dexter Ave, Montgomery, AL 36104, USA

G. Legacy Museum

400 N Court St, Montgomery, AL 36104, USA

H. Hampton Inn & Suites Memphis-Beale Street

175 Peabody Pl, Memphis, TN 38103, USA

I. National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel

450 Mulberry St, Memphis, TN 38103, USA

J. Tutwiler Hotel Birmingham

2021 Park Pl, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA

K. 16th Street Baptist Church

1530 6th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA

L. DoubleTree by Hilton Greensboro

3030 W Gate City Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27403, USA

M. International Civil Rights Center & Museum

134 S Elm St, Greensboro, NC 27401, USA

Cancellation Policy

Please review this policy carefully before registering.

Due to the advance financial commitments required to operate The Road to Freedom: A Black History Journey Through the South, all payments made toward this tour are non-refundable.

Black Joy Global Travel makes advance payments and financial commitments to hotels, transportation providers, attractions, restaurants, guides, and other vendors based on traveler registrations. For this reason, we are unable to provide refunds if a traveler cancels or is unable to attend.

Travel Insurance Is Strongly Recommended

We strongly encourage every traveler to purchase comprehensive travel insurance that includes trip cancellation and trip interruption coverage as soon as possible after booking.

Depending on the policy purchased and the circumstances of the cancellation, travel insurance may provide coverage for certain unexpected events that prevent you from traveling. Coverage is determined solely by the insurance provider and the terms of the policy purchased. Black Joy Global Travel cannot guarantee that any particular claim will be covered.

Purchasing travel insurance does not change Black Joy Global Travel's cancellation policy. All payments to Black Joy Global Travel remain non-refundable regardless of whether a traveler purchases insurance or whether an insurance claim is approved or denied.

By registering and submitting payment, you acknowledge and agree to this cancellation and refund policy.

Questions?
Please contact info@blackjoytravel.com before booking.

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