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Tour “SUPER COMBO TOUR”

HOLGUÍN, Cuba - Departure from PLAYA GUARDALAVACA
Tour “SUPER COMBO TOUR”
Overview

Tour “SUPER COMBO TOUR”

GIBARA & HOLGUÍN. A Journey Through Culture, Sea Breezes, and Eastern Cuban Charm. Explore the authentic beauty of eastern Cuba as you visit Gibara, the “White Village,” and the lively Holguín City, known as the City of Parks. This combination offers an unforgettable mix of colonial architecture, coastal scenery, culture, and local traditions.

GIBARA – The White Village by the Sea: Tucked along the northern coast of Holguín province, Gibara is admired for its fresh ocean breeze, whitewashed buildings, and peaceful small-town charm. A favorite among artists and filmmakers, the town offers a unique blend of history and natural beauty. Highlights of Gibara: Historic seaside fortress and colonial streets, Beautiful ocean viewpoints overlooking the Bay of Gibara, Traditional fishing culture and friendly local ambiance, Gibara International Film Festival atmosphere all year round, Caves, nature trails, and marine landscapes perfect for eco-lovers. This coastal gem is ideal for travelers seeking a quiet, authentic, and culturally rich experience away from the crowds.

HOLGUÍN CITY – The City of Parks: Known as “La Ciudad de los Parques,” Holguín offers charming squares, lively streets, and a strong cultural identity. Its well-preserved colonial layout and vibrant everyday life give visitors a true taste of eastern Cuban spirit. Highlights of Holguín City: Multiple historic parks, including Calixto García Park, Colonial architecture, cathedrals and monuments, Loma de la Cruz (Hill of the Cross) – panoramic views over the city, Museums, galleries, and cultural centers, Authentic music, local cuisine, and daily Cuban life. Holguín is a city full of warmth, history, and artistic heritage, inviting visitors to walk, explore, and enjoy its welcoming atmosphere.

A Perfect East-Cuba Combination. Together, Gibara and Holguín offer a journey through: Coastal landscapes and fresh sea air, Colonial beauty and historic sites, Local culture, traditions, and Cuban daily life, Artistic inspiration and authentic experiences.

Itinerary: (tour sequence may vary)

  • Pick up at hotels with specialized guide in the language of the clients,
  • Departure to a former sugar mill in Santa Lucia to take a ride pulled by a 19th-century steam locomotive or in a vintage motor wagon from 1938.
  • Drive to Gibara with a visit to a cigar factory,
  • 30-min catamaran ride within the bay to enjoy amazing sights of this fishing town and the surrounding landscape (weather allowing).
  • Spend some time in the handicraft market,
  • Lunch at a local restaurant.
  • Departure to Holguin.
  • Visit the lookout on top of the Hill of the Cross
  • Walk around the colonial squares in the historic center.
  • Take the chance to buy Cuban cigars at a near habano store, before having your leisure-time around the main square.
  • Return to the hotels.

Note: The cigar factory closes on Saturdays and Sundays.

  • Recommended: light clothing, sunglasses, hats or caps, tennis, sandals or comfortable shoes, solar protection and photographic camera.
  • For the tour we recommend a water bottle.
  • We recommend to bring cash in small denominations for souvenirs, drinks and tips.
  • Not suitable for people in wheelchairs.
  • This tour is not available from Playa Covarrubias hotels.

More Information

  • 10 hrs
  • 09:10 hrs Turquesa beach hotels / 09:00 hrs Pesquero beach hotels / 08:45 hrs Esmeralda beach hotels / 08:30 hrs Guardalavaca beach hotels
  • Tour guide included
  • Family friendly
  • Offered inSpanish, English, French, Italian, German, Portuguese, and Russian

Options and Availability

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Collective tour

Tour in collective bus with specialized guide service in several languages. Visit of Gibara city. The best price.
Air conditioned busSunday and Tuesday
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Policies and Conditions

  • This tour operates with a minimum of 11 passengers. Holiplus will reconfirm 48 hours before the departure of your tour. If the provider decides to cancel, for not meeting the minimum required amount of passengers, Holiplus will offer an alternative tour or fully refund cost of your trip.
  • The collected may be delayed up to 15 minutes depending on the number of hotels and punctuality of customers. Customer should be informed on sales desk to avoid disagreements.
  • Frequency of the tour: Monday.

Cancellation and no show policy:

  • Cancellations more than 72 hours before the tour: No penalty applies.
  • Cancellations between 72 hours and 48 hours before the tour: a penalty of 50% of the total value of the excursion applies.
  • Cancellations less than 48 hours before the tour: a penalty of 100% of the total value of the excursion applies.
  • NO-SHOW: a penalty of 100% of the total value of the excursion applies.