Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

We’re thrilled to announce RISE 5280’s Fall 2026 Bayou Classic HBCU Tour—an experience you absolutely won’t want to miss!

Get ready to immerse yourself in the heart of HBCU culture and tradition as we:
🎶 Feel the rhythm at The Battle of the Bands
🏈 Experience the legendary Bayou Classic football game
🏛 Explore history at The Whitney Plantation

This isn’t just a tour—it’s a celebration of heritage, excellence, and unforgettable memories! From the music and the energy to the culture and connections, you’ll be part of something truly special.

✨ Spots are limited—stay tuned for full details and registration information coming soon!

Don’t miss your chance to be part of this one-of-a-kind journey with RISE 5280!

What's included in this trip:

Roundtrip flight

Motor Coach Transportation

Hotel Accommodations

On-site tour of 6 HBCUs

Bayou Classic

Battle Of The Bands

Whitney Plantation

3 Meals a day

6 College T-shirts

College Tour Bag

 

 

What's not included:

Personal Travel Insurance 

Refunds on trip cost

 

 

Itinerary:

Xavier University

Dillard University

Grambling State University

Selma University

Fort Valley State University

Clark Atlanta

Spelman College

Morehouse College 

 

 

Cancellation policy:

This tour is Non-refundable. The moment you pay your $300 deposit all tour monies go to booking your child's reservations so we cannot offer a refund. We highly recommend that you get private Travel Insurance. Travel Insurance: Travel insurance is encouraged for all trips in the event that you cannot make the trip, get sick before or during the trip, or in case you get hurt or injured on a trip. Most travel insurance companies require you to purchase travel insurance the day of your first deposit but some will accept you up to two weeks after a deposit has been made. We recommend either a single policy plan or an annual policy through Allianz ( https://www.allianztravelinsurance.com ) or you can compare other insurance carriers via InsureMyTrip.com.