Brazil Futbol Tour Sao Paulo – Santos

Sao Sebastiao Brazil College Tour. Since 1988 United Soccer Academy has been providing youth clubs and players from across the United States with quality opportunities and experiences to travel and compete internationally. The Brazil College Tour is specially designed and coordinated for international soccer travel and competition.

The goal of the Brazil College Tour is to provide the players and team with an excellent futsal playing experience and opportunity to travel and compete in Brazil, where futbol is king. This tour will provide players with a top-notch, professionally coordinated soccer program from training to quality, competitive matches to attending a professional soccer game to a unique cultural and social experience on and off the soccer field. The tour promises to provide players with an excellent futsal and cultural experience in Brazil.

GENERAL PROGRAM

Day 1 Excitement builds as players, staff, and boosters depart US gateway on an overnight flight to Sao Paulo, Brazil for participation in their 10-day soccer tour to Brazil. Due to the flight and time differences the group will arrive in Sao Paulo the following morning. Day 2 Upon arrival in Brazil at Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU), the players, staff, and boosters will be met by their fulltime, bi-lingual Brazilian tour manager and will transfer to their 4-star hotel, the Sonesta Sao Paulo Ibirapuera, located in the Moema district of Sao Paulo. Following lunch at the hotel the teams will have a light training session at Esporte Clube Pinheiros (ECP). Following the session the group will take part in a guided tour of Morumbi Stadium, home to the famous Sao Paulo Futebol Clube. Evening dinner at the hotel followed by team meetings and leisure time. (Sao Paulo)

Day 3 Morning training session at Esporte Clube Pinheiros (ESP). Following lunch the afternoon is at leisure. 4:00 pm training session/match versus Esporte Clube Pinheiros . Evening dinner at ESP restaurant with club officials and players. (Sao Paulo)

Day 4 Following breakfast at the hotel, staff and players will conduct a morning clinic in the Paraisopolis favella for players between the ages 7 and 12 years old. Following the clinic the team will have a quick visit to Morumbi Stadium, home to Sao Paulo FC, followed by lunch. 3:00 pm match (2) versus Paulista-Jundiai Selection, a regional team from the Sao Paulo state. Evening dinner at a local pizzeria. (Sao Paulo)

Day 5 Morning available for sightseeing/shopping in and around the area of the hotel. Lunch at 11:00 am. 2:00 pm match (3) versus UNIP/Sao Bernando. Evening dinner at local churrascaria. (Sao Paulo)

Day 6 Following breakfast the team will then transfer to Santos. Santos is located 60 miles southeast of Sao Paulo on the Atlantic Ocean. While in Santos, known as home to Pele and Santos FC, the group will be accommodated at a 4-star hotel, Plaza/Panorama Hotel a few blocks from the beach. Upon arrival in Santos the team will have a guided tour of Santos Stadium. Option to visit Monte Serrat. Afternoon and evening at leisure for free time at the beach. (Santos)

Day 7 Morning and afternoon at leisure. Afternoon match (4) versus Santos FC at Santos FC training center. In the evening the team will attend a professional match at Santos Stadium. (Santos) Day 8 Morning departure for Sao Sebastiao and Maresias Beach, considered to one of the most beautiful beaches in Brazil. Day at leisure in Sao Sebastiao and free time at Maresias Beach. (Santos) Day 9 Morning and afternoon at leisure for sightseeing and shopping. Late afternoon match (5) versus Sao Sebastiao Selection. Farewell dinner. Day 9 Following breakfast the team will transfer to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) for departure to the United States with a same day arrival at your US gateway city.

INCLUSIONS

• Price guaranteed in US Dollars at the time of deposit. • One (1) free tour spots for coaches/staff based on 15 full paying players, staff, and

boosters. • Round trip international air transportation/flights from US gateway city to Brazil. Airline

taxes and fuel (yq) are not included. • Accommodations:

o 4-nights: Sao Paulo - Sonesta Sao Paulo Ibirapuera (4-star hotel) o 2-nights: Santos - Plaza/Panorama Hotel (4-star hotel) o 2-nights: Sao Sebastiao – Hotel Tambayba (4-star hotel)

• Transportation: Full time motor coach throughout the tour. • Guided sightseeing tours in Sao Paulo and Santos. • Soccer program:

o Two (2) training sessions o Coordination of Futsal exchange o Three (4) friendly match against Brazilan youth/professional clubs o Stadium tours: Morumbi & Santos Stadiums o Ticket for Futbebol Brasileiro (professional match)

• Fulltime, bilingual Italian tour manager. • All land fees and taxes as related to the land program. • Extensive pre-trip assistance including fundraising, newsletters, packing details,

detailed final itinerary, and travel details.

EXCLUSIONS

• Meals as noted in the meal package • Travel Insurance • Health insurance • Items of personal nature • Passport fees (travel visas are needed for US citizens to travel to Brazil)

TOUR COSTS

Tour costs are based on the overall number of participants (players, staff, family members) traveling on tour and the originating US gateway city. Contact United Soccer Academy for an exact tour proposal and price for your team.

PROGRAM FOR BOOSTERS (Alumni & Family)

The “Booster Program” is for parents and family members interested in participating on the tour. The program and itinerary is the same for parents and family members. Additional tour inclusions can be added such as wine and food tastings, golf outings, and in-depth sightseeing excursions. Exact tour costs are based on the overall number of participants (players, staff, family members) traveling on tour and the originating US gateway city. Tour prices are based on single, double, or triple occupancy.

FUNDRAISING

In conjunction with our fundraising partner, Reaching Our Goal (www.reachingourgoal.org) will provide players with a fundraising program that can raise a large percentage of the tour costs. Interested players and families should contact Jon Goldman at Reaching Our Goal at 914-364-4311 or via email at jon@reachingourgoal.org

CONTACT INFORMATION

United Soccer Academy can customize tours that fit within the needs and desires of your team. The tour proposal will include a detailed itinerary, terms and conditions, and registration information. Also, pleases contact United Soccer Academy if you are interested in a group meeting where one of our representatives can meet with your coaches, players, and team parents to review and discuss the tour and international soccer travel and competition.

United Soccer Academy Tel: 561-266-9596 1045 E. Atlantic Avenue, #209 800-656-5499 Delray Beach, FL 33483 E-Mail: info@unitedsocceracademy.org