Travel to Brazil for a coffee immersion journey with illy — June 2026 (Premium+)
Brazil, International
Highlights
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Roundtrip United Premium Plus® airfare for two (2) arriving in São Paulo, Brazil (GRU) and returning from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (GIG)
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Behind-the-scenes coffee experiences with illy
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Group transportation for daytrips in São Sebastião do Paraíso and Santos
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Four (4) night hotel accommodations in São Paulo
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One (1) night hotel accommodation in São Sebastião do Paraíso
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Three (3) night hotel accommodations in Rio de Janeiro
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One-way airfare for two (2) from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro
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One (1) excursion in Rio de Janeiro
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$200 USD Visa gift card to cover airport transfer expenses
As a MileagePlus Cardmember®, get exclusive, behind-the-scenes access with illy — United Airlines' worldwide coffee partner — and experience the journey of coffee from bean
to cup. Bid now for an unforgettable trip through the heart of Brazil’s most vibrant cities and celebrated coffee-growing region, and travel in United Premium Plus®.
Your adventure begins in São Paulo, Brazil's dynamic culinary capital, with a dinner celebrating the rhythm and flavors of Brazil. From there, dive into the world of illy
at their Università del Caffè for an immersive coffee tasting and education session before traveling to the lush coffee-growing region of São Sebastião do Paraíso, where a rare look at illy's operations and exclusive farm access reveal the full journey of
coffee from harvest to export. The journey continues to Santos, where the historic Museu do Café (Coffee Museum) brings Brazil's pivotal role in the global coffee trade to life. Finally, the São Paulo portion of the trip will end with an intimate dinner prepared
by illy's Chef Ambassador, celebrating the remarkable connection between coffee, gastronomy and Brazilian culture.
From there, you will make your way to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil's most iconic coastal city, for the second chapter of this unforgettable journey. Explore legendary landmarks
and soak in Rio de Janeiro at your own pace across its world-famous beaches and colorful, vibrant neighborhoods.
Don't miss this rare and immersive introduction to Brazil's rich coffee heritage, world-class culture and iconic cities.
This experience for two (2) includes the below itinerary:
Please note: A detailed itinerary will be provided upon winning the auction. The overview below highlights the experiences included in this package. Itinerary is subject to change.
Please note: A detailed itinerary will be provided upon winning the auction. The overview below highlights the experiences included in this package. Itinerary is subject to change.
Friday, June 19
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United Economy® airfare for two (2) from your preferred U.S. airport to a United hub on Friday, June 19, 2026 ¹
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United Premium Plus® airfare for two (2) from a United hub to São Paulo (GRU) on Friday, June 19, 2026
Saturday, June 20
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Check-in at hotel in São Paulo ²
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Kick off your Brazilian adventure with an evening samba dinner experience celebrating the rhythm and flavors of Brazil
Sunday, June 21
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Visit illy’s Università del Caffè for an immersive coffee tasting and education session
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Enjoy lunch at a traditional Brazilian restaurant known for its grilled meats
Monday, June 22
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Check-out of hotel in São Paulo
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Travel to São Sebastião do Paraíso, one of Brazil’s most important coffee-producing regions ³
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Visit illy’s coffee warehouse and experience the transformation from raw beans to premium coffee through roasting and tasting ³
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Lunch will be provided
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Experience a traditional comida mineira dinner, featuring regional specialties and local ingredients
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Check-in at hotel in São Sebastião do Paraíso
Tuesday, June 23
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Check-out of hotel in São Sebastião do Paraíso
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Tour illy’s regenerative coffee farms and experience the full journey from harvest to bean with exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to the craft behind every cup
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Enjoy lunch on the farm before returning to São Paulo ³
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Check-in at hotel in São Paulo
Wednesday, June 24
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Day trip excursion to the coastal city of Santos and visit the historic Museu do Café, highlighting Brazil’s role in global coffee trade ³
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Enjoy lunch at a traditional Portuguese seafood restaurant before returning to São Paulo ³
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Experience a chef-curated dinner in São Paulo prepared by illy’s Chef Ambassador, celebrating the connection between coffee, gastronomy and Brazilian culture ³
Thursday, June 25
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Check-out of hotel in São Paulo ²
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Economy airfare for two (2) from São Paulo to Rio de Janeiro on Thursday, June 25, 2026
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Check-in at hotel in Rio de Janeiro ²
Friday, June 26
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Excursion — explore Rio de Janeiro’s most famous sights, including Christ the Redeemer and Sugarloaf Mountain
Saturday, June 27
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Check-out of hotel in Rio de Janeiro ²
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United Premium Plus® airfare for two (2) from Rio de Janeiro (GIG) to a United hub on Saturday, June 27, 2026
Sunday, June 28
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United Economy® airfare for two (2) from a United hub to your preferred U.S. airport on Sunday, June 28, 2026 ¹
Three (3) packages are available for this experience with one (1) package maximum per Cardmember. Bids for this auction will start at 50,000 MileagePlus® miles. Bidding opens at 8:00
AM CT on April 1, 2026, and will close at 5:00 PM CT on April 30, 2026. The winning members will be notified on May 1, 2026.
Want another way to experience this illy coffee journey in Brazil? Bid on the
Polaris package.
¹ Travel must originate and end in the 48 contiguous United States or Washington D.C. Outbound flight destination and return flight point of origin must be directly
served by United Airlines, travel on partner airlines is not permitted.
² A $200 gift card is included in this package to cover airport transfer expenses.
³ Includes group transportation.
² A $200 gift card is included in this package to cover airport transfer expenses.
³ Includes group transportation.
-All travelers must be 21+ and have a valid passport. Travelers are responsible for securing all required travel documents, including a valid visa for entry into
Brazil, prior to departure.
-Attendees are responsible for their own expenses except for those specifically referenced.
-Itinerary is subject to change at the sole discretion of United Airlines.
-Please review the MileagePlus Exclusives Terms & Conditions. Rules for the MileagPlus Program can be viewed here.
-Attendees are responsible for their own expenses except for those specifically referenced.
-Itinerary is subject to change at the sole discretion of United Airlines.
-Please review the MileagePlus Exclusives Terms & Conditions. Rules for the MileagPlus Program can be viewed here.
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Non-refundable: Once redeemed with miles, this experience cannot be returned, refunded, or exchanged.
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No resale: Tickets may not be re-sold or bartered. The sale or barter or attempted sale or barter of any ticket obtained in the Auction is expressly prohibited. Any ticket transferred in violation of this rule may be confiscated or canceled.
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Cancellation: United reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the event due to unforeseen circumstances. In the event of cancellation, participants will be notified via email and given further instructions.
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Travelers are responsible for securing all required travel documents, including a valid visa for entry into Brazil, prior to departure.
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All travelers must be 21+.
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Must have a valid passport.
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Attendees are responsible for their own expenses except for those specifically referenced.
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Itinerary is subject to change at the sole discretion of United Airlines.
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Travel must originate and end in the 48 contiguous United States or Washington D.C. Outbound flight destination and return flight point of origin must be directly served by United Airlines, travel on partner airlines is not permitted.
Miles accrued, awards, and benefits issued are subject to change and are subject to the rules of the United MileagePlus® program, including without limitation the Premier® program, (the "MileagePlus Program") which are expressly incorporated herein. United® may change the MileagePlus Program including, but not limited to, rules, regulations, travel awards and special offers or terminate the MileagePlus Program at any time and without notice. United and its subsidiaries, affiliates and agents are not responsible for any products or services of other participating companies and partners. United and MileagePlus are registered service marks. For complete details about the MileagePlus Program, go to united.com.
Please review the MileagePlus Exclusives Terms & Conditions.
Rules for the MileagePlus Program can be viewed here.
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