TYPICAL CUBAN Group Tour.
Following in the footsteps of Che's revolution, and experience the essence of Cuba.
- HAVANA, a unique city, full of history, memories and legends about to turn 500 years old.
- LAS TERRAZAS, is a picturesque rural tourism community of sustainable development, located on the banks of the San Juan River, within the Sierra del Rosario, perfect for various excursions, relax and observe nature. It was declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.
- An unforgettable visit to the National Park of VIÑALES, for its impressive beauty was declared Cultural Landscape Protected by UNESCO and Natural National Monument.
- SANTA CLARA, the famous city of Che, founded in 1689, a city with a lot of revolutionary history, for its very prominent participation in the struggles for independence, both in the Ten Years War and in the Battle of Santa Clara.
- The Villa de la Santisima TRINIDAD was the third village founded by the Spanish Crown in Cuba, at the beginning of 1514 it is one of the most beautiful colonial cities, not only of Cuba, but of all Latin America. It was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1988.
- The SUGAR MILL VALLEY is a living museum of the ancient sugar trade of the 18th and 19th centuries.
- Founded by French settlers, CIENFUEGOS known as "La Perla del Sur", is one of the most important cities in Cuba and one of the richest in terms of colonial architectural wealth. Its historic center that was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2005.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Departure from HAVANA
- Group tour
- History & cultural tour
- Offered in Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese
- 5 Stars Rating
included
- Guaranteed departure on fixed dates and not required minimun of passengers.
- Assistance in airports and tourist destinations that are visited by program.
- 4-nights accommodation according to the program description. (4 nights with half board).
- Meal plan including one drink, at non hoteliers dinners.
- Guide service throughout the tour. (in Spanish/Portuguese language)
- All described transfers in air conditioned bus.
- Visits indicated in the program.
not included
- International flights.
- Entry card (visa) (25.00 EUR).
- Additional drinks and meals.
- Gratuities or tips.
- Optional excursions.
- Travel insurance.
- Transfer IN / OUT.
- Day of departure of the tour: Wednesday.
- We recommend light footwear and garments, long-sleeve shirts and long trousers, hat, skin cream and insect repellent, appropriate bathing suit to swim in rivers and beaches.
- Strongly recommended to travel insured according to kind of activities associated to selected program.
- Small backpack to carry personal belongings useful during walking tours and visits.
- No matter in fact Cuban Public Health System is very competent and accesible at any destination is strongly recommended to carry personal personal drugs for diagnosed chronical diseases and alergies.
- We always recommend drinking mineral water bottled and sealed during your stay in the country.
- If there is an exceptional need for diversion or relocation of the clients of a hotel in the program, other hotels of the same or higher category will be procured.
CANCELLATION AND NO SHOW POLICIES:
- FOR CANCELLATION: Must be made within 72 hours prior to the presentation of the service, penalized with the amount of one program day (Package Price / Nights of the program).
- FOR NO SHOW: The amount of three days of the program (Package price / Nights of the program). If the PROGRAM has less than 3 days or three days, 100% will be charged.
DIA 1HAVANA .
HAVANA Air conditioned busBreakfast and hotel pick-up and departure to Old Havana. Visit to the Museum of Rum, which provides the opportunity to experience the rum-making process first hand, as well as an insight into the origins of Cuba's most popular distillate. Cuban rum is one of the most valued rums in the world for its quality and tradition. Continuation on foot, visiting the Cathedral Square, the Plaza de Armas, the Plaza San Francisco de Asis, continue along the famous Obispo Street with a stop at the Floridita Bar and taste the tasty Daiquiri, famous Cuban cocktail that Ernest Hemingway drank regularly in this bar. Lunch at a local restaurant, where you will enjoy a typical Cuban dish and taste the famous Mojito cocktail. After lunch, panoramic tour of Modern Havana in classic cars along the Fifth Avenue, Havana Malecon, Revolution Square and visit to the Hotel Nacional, a jewel of the hotel industry in Cuba. Continuation to Hammel Alley to learn about religious syncretism in Cuba and the influence of African culture in our cultural identity. Return to the hotel. Lodging not included (By the client).
DIA 2HAVANA - LAS TERRAZAS COMUNITY - VIÑALES.
HAVANA, LAS TERRAZAS COMUNITY, and VIÑALES Air conditioned busBreakfast. Departure to the Terraces to enjoy the Community, Nature and History Excursion, which includes lunch, visit to the French Coffee Plantations and free time on the San Juan River. Lodging and dinner at the hotel.
DIA 3VIÑALES – HAVANA.
VIÑALES and HAVANA Air conditioned busBreakfast at the hotel. Tour in Viñales to enjoy a day in the Cuban countryside. Visit to the Casa del Veguero to learn about Cuban tobacco. Continuation to the Cueva del Indio (Indian Cave) with a boat ride and visit to the Prehistoric Mural. Lunch at a local restaurant, where you can enjoy a delicious Creole meal. Visit to the Mirador de los Jazmines. Departure to Havana. Lodging and dinner at the local Hotel.
DIA 4HAVANA - SANTA CLARA - TRINIDAD.
HAVANA, SANTA CLARA, and TRINIDAD Air conditioned busBreakfast and departure to Trinidad. Visit to the Che's mausoleum and the armored train. Lunch at a local restaurant, where through an exquisite buffet you will be able to enjoy the flavors of different typical Cuban dishes. Continuation of the tour to Trinidad. Lodging and dinner at a local hotel.
DIA 5TRINIDAD.
TRINIDAD Air conditioned busBreakfast at the Hotel. Tour of the city of Trinidad with a visit to the Plaza Mayor, the Casa Santander, the Palacio Cantero Museum. Visit to the Canchánchara bar, to taste the famous Cuban cocktail of the same name. The Canchánchara is considered a symbol of the city of Trinidad whose habit of consuming this drink dates back several centuries, and although the passage of time has changed the way it is drunk, it has remained in the preference of many. Excursion to the valley of the sugar mills to learn about sugar cane. Visit to Manaca a Iznaga, where you can enjoy a delicious guarapo (optional), this sweet and refreshing drink very authentic of Cuba that takes us into one of the main economic resources in the history of the country, sugar cane, from which it is obtained. Lunch and free afternoon to enjoy one of the Cuban beaches and time for swimming in the Caribbean Sea. Return to the hotel.
DIA 6TRINIDAD – CIENFUEGOS – VARADERO/HAVANA.
TRINIDAD, CIENFUEGOS CITY, VARADERO, and HAVANA Air conditioned busBreakfast at the hotel. Departure to the beautiful city of Cienfuegos, the Pearl of the South, which includes a panoramic city tour. Transit lunch at a local restaurant. Continuation to the hotels in Havana/ Varadero. END OF SERVICES.
