MOTORCYCLE TOUR FROM HAVANA TO SANTIAGO DE CUBA.

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(HAVANA - PLAYA GIRÓN - CIENFUEGOS - TRINIDAD - CAYO GUILLERMO - CAYO COCO - CAMAGÜEY - HOLGUÍN - SANTIAGO DE CUBA - MAREA DEL PORTILLO - NIQUERO - MANZANILLO - BAYAMO - CAYO SANTA MARÍA - HAVANA - VIÑALES). (Minimum 5 Motorcyclists for the tour)

HAVANA is the city of charm and history in every corner.
On the coast: PLAYA GIRÓN & PLAYA LARGA, you will fine small beaches of fine white sands, breathtaking sites for diving and clear turquoise waters.
The only city in Cuba that was founded by the French CIENFUEGOS.
TRINIDAD: one of the most visited city of Cuba for its heritage values and rich culture.
CAYO COCO with an area of 370 km² makes it the fourth largest island in Cuba.
Founded on February 2, 1514 as a village, called Santa María del Puerto del Príncipe CAMAGÜEY, one of the first seven villages founded by the Spaniards in Cuba.
Founded as San Isidoro de Holguín in 1545, HOLGUÍN Rich in history and physically diverse.
Located in the east of the island, it is the second most important city in the country, SANTIAGO DE CUBA, Cuba's cultural capital.
MAREA DEL PORTILLO just a few kilometers from the town of Pilón, beautiful natural surroundings near beaches and impressive mountains.
A city in eastern Cuba MANZANILLO, known as the Pearl of the Guacanayabo, in the province of Granma.
One of the largest cities in the Oriente region, BAYAMO, it was the second town founded in Cuba by Diego Velázquez on November 5, 1513.
CAYO SANTA MARÍA, One of the largest cays in Cuba and located in the splendid archipelago of the Jardines del Rey.
One of the most beautiful regions of the entire island: the VIÑALES VALLEY, with picturesque scenery filled with tobacco plantations and impressive Limestone formations.

HIGHLIGHTS

Departure from HAVANA
Moto Ride Tour
Moto tours
Offered in Spanish and English
5 Stars Rating

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MOTORCYCLE TOUR FROM HAVANA TO SANTIAGO DE CUBA route map.

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Prices include for all customers:

14 overnight stays, including breakfast.(5 Nights in hotels including breakfast, 7 Nights in all inclusive hotels & 2 nights in private accommodation (Casas Particulares).
14 breakfasts, lunches and evening dinners according to program description, 7 nights All-Inclusive plan. (in restaurants and “paladares” (private restaurants in Cuba) as well as beverages and fresh produce).
Motorcycle Driver - Qualified English speaking tour guide.
Activities and excursions as described.
Air-conditioned support vehicle for 16 people for travellers and their luggage, a complete tool kit and spare parts and spare motorcycles also accompany our journey just in case.
All mentioned transfers described as optional in an air-conditioned minibus.
Transportation of accompanying customers and luggage.
Transfer In / Out. (Airport - hotel - Airport).
Entrance fees as described.
Assistance on arrival at the airport.
Technical assistance on all routes.

Prices include for all customers Drivers:

Included motorcycles for rent.
Motorcycle insurance due to personal accident of the driver and damage caused by third parties with limited value.
Special gasoline for travel.

Explanatory Note: It is not allowed to carry on the bikes or coach accompanying people outside the group.

Minimum 5 Motorcyclists for the tour

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International flights
Entry card (visa) (25.00 EUR)
Additional drinks and meals
Gratuities or tips
Optional excursions
Travel / Medical insurance. According to Cuban legislation, the passenger must arrive in the country with his travel insurance
Protective helmets. It is recommended that each passenger bring his helmet for safety and hygiene. In case you do not own it the agency offers the possibility of renting it for € 5 / day.
Riding gear (trousers, jacket, gloves). We recommended you bring your own gear.

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Overview of your trip:

Exploring Cuba by Motorcycle

An island full of talent, warmth, music and color. Where the modern and antique live as lovers. Provocative, genuine and with a lot of rythm, you will feel the taste of a legend that breathes.

A source if inspiration. Traveling on a motorcycle with total freedom, living on the roads with no rush, mixing with locals, living the fullness of Cuba's landscapes and the decadent beauty of its cities will be an unique experience, an unforgettable adventure. Two wheels and a whole paradise at your feet. Come and meet Cuba, the real one, the authentic. Find it out for yourself.

This 15-day moto tour is not only something special for active travellers, but also for those who would like to discover eco-friendly Cuba in a different way: by an awesome bike. Your guide will lead you through Cuba’s eastern, central and western regions, while the daily routes vary from 80 to 420 kms. Your luggage will be transported in the support van, which you can get on at any time as well. This trip will add excitement and emotion to your adventure vacations in Cuba.

If hotels mentioned in the itinerary are already fully booked, we reserve the right to book another accommodation of equivalent standard.
10 maximum motorcycles in the tour.
Types of Motorcycles:

No Moto|Marca -----|----- 1|SUZUKI SAVAGE 650 cc 2|SUZUKI SAVAGE 650 cc 3|SUZUKI SAVAGE 650 cc 4|SUZUKI SAVAGE 650 cc 5|SUZUKI VL 800 cc 6|SUZUKI VS 800 cc 7|SUZUKI VS 800 cc 8|SUZUKI VS 750 cc 9|SUZUKI VS 750 cc 10|SUZUKI VS 800 cc 11|SUZUKI VX 800 cc 12|SUZUKI BOULEVARD VL 800 cc 13|YAMAHA VSTAR 650 cc 14|YAMAHA VSTAR 650 cc 15|YAMAHA VSTAR 650 cc 16|YAMAHA VSTAR 650 cc 17|YAMAHA VSTAR 650 cc 18|YAMAHA VSTAR 650 cc 19|YAMAHA VSTAR 650 cc 20|YAMAHA VSTAR 650 cc 21|YAMAHA VSTAR 650 cc 22|HONDA VT 800 cc 23|HONDA VT 500 cc 24|KAWASAKI VN 1500 cc 25|HYOSUNG GV 250 cc 26|HONDA NC 750X 27|HONDA NC 750X 28|HONDA NC 750X 29|HONDA NC 750X 30|HONDA NC 750X 31|HONDA NC 750X 32|HONDA NC 750X 33|HONDA NC 750X 34|HONDA NC 750X 35|CRF 1000 AFRICA TWIN 36|VFR 1200 CROSSTOURER

It is not allowed to transport people who are not part of the group on the motorcycles to accompanying buses.
The bikes will be delivered to the customers on the second day of the program at the parking place.
The internal regulations will be read by the guide, which must be signed by each client. By giving you a copy of it.
During the connecting routes, at lunch or meals alcohol is not allowed.
The use of helmet is obligatory. You can use an open helmet or a closed helmet.
We recommend the use of light but strong clothing. They must have a raincoat for any eventuality.
The organization that accompanies the trip will be available for any information.
All participants must travel with their own personal insurance.
It is not allowed to transport people who are not part of the group on the motorcycles or accompanying buses.
Deposit in Guarantee of € 300 at the moment when the client receives his motorcycle which is returned at the end of the route, when it is verified that the motorcycle does not present any damage.

Before starting the tour the organization must have in its possession the following documents:

a) Declaration of responsibility signed by the driver * b) Photocopy of driving license; c) Photocopy of the passport.

Accompanying customers

The companions will enjoy all the activities included in the program as described. They will be able to travel according to their opinion in the accompanying Micro Bus, or in the motorcycle of the accompanying biker, but they will not have right to handle the motorcycle that includes the circuit

Other services Included:

Technical Assistance: The circuit will have technical assistance during the whole tour as well as personnel trained to attend any eventuality that occurs during the course.

IMPORTAN NOTES:

Net package prices are expressed in USD per pax.
Accommodation prices are expressed in USD per pax per night.
This quotation doesn’t constitute a service reservation until your final confirmation.
Prices are valid according to the specified amount of pax.
It is NOT included in our prices sleeping bag for camping, drinks with the meals, airport tax, tips and porters service.
Our prices do NOT include supplements for special dinners in Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Booking including any of the mentioned dates are subject to hotels’ availability until Cubature confirmation.

RECOMMENDATIONS:

We recommend your clients to take a fully comprehensive insurance for the activities included in the itinerary.
Bring comfortable and appropriate shoes and clothes to walk in the outdoors, swimming trunks to refresh in the streams and/or beaches, Repellent. There may be some mosquitoes in the parks we will visit.
Flashlight. It will help at dim places and in camping nights.
Beware with sun burning. Bring your own protector lotions.
We might need in the outdoors small rucksack for the personal belongings.
In Cuba we have a widely spread medical assistance, with clinics in the most remote areas in the country. Anyway, if you are suffering a chronic disease or allergy, etc., it will not be worthless if you bring your personal first aids kit or medicines, especially when you are far from the main cities.

Itinerary

DIA 1HAVANA.
HAVANA Air conditioned bus
Arrival at José Martí International Airport in Havana. Group welcome and assistance. Transfer by bus to Hotel Quinta Avenida in Miramar., Havana. Check in Private. Free time available. In the evening: Welcome Dinner in Dinner at Vistamar restaurant (“Paladar”). Attendance to the ceremony of Cañonazo followed by night of Cuban music at El Guajirito cabaret, by Buena Vista Social Club. Round trip transfer included.
DIA 2HAVANA - PLAYA LARGA - PLAYA GIRÓN.
PENÍNZULA DE ZAPATA, PLAYA GIRÓN, PLAYA LARGA, and GUAMÁ TOURIST PARK Motorcycle
Breakfast at the Hotel. Departure at 09:00 hrs to the Motorcycle selection at Tropikvedeta facilities. Informational meeting about the circuit details. Departure in motorcycles for the Ciénaga de Zapata, located in the south of the province of Matanzas. Short stop in the area of Jagüey Grande for a snack and take a break. Continue the road trip to the town of Playa Girón in the Zapata Peninsula, one of the most beautiful natural areas of the country. Along the way, you will make short stops to visit the crocodile farm and La Cueva de los Peces. About half a day, finally you arrive at the Bay of Pigs and the historic town of Playa Giron. You will be able to visit the Museum of the Victory of Playa Girón with its ample historical and cultural values. Typical lunch at Punta Perdiz. After lunch you will continue your motorcycle trip to the town of Playa Girón. Visit the Bay of Pigs. Accommodation in private houses. Free time at your disposal.

Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 209,6 kms approximately.
DIA 3PLAYA GIRÓN - CIENFUEGOS - TRINIDAD.
CIENFUEGOS, CIENFUEGOS CITY, and TRINIDAD Motorcycle
Breakfast at the rental house. Departure for a City Tour on motorcycles in the City of Cienfuegos, tour of the beautiful bay, visit to the impressive "Palacio de Valle" and the historic "Tomas Terry" Theater. Then, you wil continue the journey to the colonial city of Trinidad. In this ancient and historic city, one of the first 7 villas founded by the Spanish in Cuba, in the last century, you will have the opportunity to share with the local families by staying in family houses, offering an excellent service of gastronomy, friendly and affable treatment. Check in at Hostal Matilde Covas. Departure on foot for a tour of the old streets of the city. Return to Hostal Matilde. Creole dinner. Free time to explore the city, shop for handicrafts and enjoy trinitarian nights at the "Casa de la Cultura" or "Casa de la Trova" with traditional Cuban music. Break.

Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 160.5 kms approximately.
DIA 4TRINIDAD - CIEGO DE AVILA - CAYO COCO.
CAYO COCO, CAYO GUILLERMO, CIEGO DE ÁVILA CITY, and TRINIDAD Motorcycle
Informational meeting about the journey to Cayo Coco. Tour to the Valle de los Ingenios. Travel to Cayo Coco, stopping in the City of Ciego de Avila, and going to the ‘pedraplén’ road. Arrival and check-in at Hotel Melia Jardines del Rey. Free time for the enjoyment of the beach and the all inclusive hotel.

Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 236.2 kms approximately.
DIA 5CAYO COCO.
CAYO COCO Motorcycle
Free time available for enjoyment of the Cayo Coco beach and all inclusive hotel facilities.

Note: Motorcycle trips can be organized to visit Cayo Paredón Grande and Cayo Guillermo during the day.
DIA 6CAYO COCO - CAMAGÜEY - PLAYA ESMERALDA, HOLGUÍN.
CAMAGUEY, HOLGUÍN, CAMAGÜEY CITY, and PLAYA PESQUERO Motorcycle
Early in the morning, we will have breakfast at the hotel. Departure on motorcycles to the world famous Playa Esmeralda Beach in the north of the province of Holguin. Departure to Camagüey for a city tour. Continue towards Playa Pesquero in Holguín. Overnight at Hotel Meliá Sol Rio de Luna y Mares or similar!. Check-in and lunch at the hotel. Free time to enjoy the activities of the Hotel.

Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 437.6 kms approximately.
DIA 7PLAYA ESMERALDA, HOLGUÍN.
PLAYA ESMERALDA Motorcycle
Free time available for enjoyment of the Esmeralda beach and all inclusive hotel facilities.
DIA 8PLAYA ESMERALDA, HOLGUÍN - SANTIAGO DE CUBA.
HOLGUÍN, SANTIAGO DE CUBA, and SANTIAGO DE CUBA CITY Motorcycle
Early in the morning, we'll have breakfast at the hotel. Departure on motorcycles to the world-famous city of Santiago de Cuba. Tour of the city. Visit to the Copper Sanctuary. Arrival at the Meliá Santiago de Cuba hotel. Free night to enjoy the city.
DIA 9SANTIAGO DE CUBA - MAREA DEL PORTILLO, GRANMA.
GRANMA, SANTIAGO DE CUBA, and MAREA DEL PORTILLO Motorcycle
Departure from Santiago de Cuba following through the south coast to Marea del Portillo. After check-in at the hotel. Visit to Cabo Cruz village. Return to the hotel.

Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 169.8 kms approximately.
DIA 10MAREA DEL PORTILLO – NIQUERO – MANZANILLO – BAYAMO - CAMAGÜEY.
CAMAGUEY, LAS TUNAS, GRANMA, BAYAMO, CAMAGÜEY CITY, MANZANILLO, and NIQUERO Motorcycle
Tour through the cities of Niquero, Manzanillo and Bayamo. Arrival at Camaguey. Check in at Hotel Camagüey or Hotel Plaza, according to availability.

Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 325.4 kms approximately.
DIA 11CAMAGÜEY - SANTA CLARA - REMEDIOS - CAYO SANTA MARÍA.
VILLA CLARA, CIEGO DE ÁVILA, CAYO SANTA MARÍA, SANTA CLARA, and REMEDIOS Motorcycle
Departure to Cayo Santa Maria passing through the city of Santa Clara. In transit we will visit the city of Santa Clara, in the center of the island. Visit to the Mausoleum of Che Guevara, the Monument to the Armored Train and the Central Park of the city "Leoncio Vidal". Continue to the town of Remedios. Instruction meeting to travel through ‘pedraplén’ road, to Cayo Santa María. Arrival at hotel Meliá Buenavista. Free time for the enjoyment of the beach and the all inclusive hotel

Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 400.6 kms approximately.
DIA 12CAYO SANTA MARÍA.
CAYO SANTA MARÍA Motorcycle
Free time available for enjoyment of the Cayo Santa María beach and all inclusive hotel facilities.
DIA 13CAYO SANTA MARÍA - HAVANA.
HAVANA Motorcycle
Breakfast at the hotel, departure at 09:00 hours and return to the town of Remedios, via ‘pedraplén’ road, before going back to Havana. Arrival at the Quinta Avenida hotel. Free night to enjoy the many cultural attractions of the city of Havana.

Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 398.5 kms approximately.
DIA 14HAVANA – VIÑALES - HAVANA
VIÑALES and PINAR DEL RÍO Motorcycle
Breakfast at the Hotel. Departure at 09:00 hrs to the Viñales valley National Park in the province of Pinar del Rio, and that was declared World Heritage Landscape of the Humanity by the UNESCO. In our trip we will discover tobacco plantations, fields of cultivation, and an exclusive flora and fauna of incomparable beauty. Tour by Viñales through North Circuit (Mariel - Puerto Esperanza - Viñales). Route through the valley. Arrival to the town of Viñales. Motorcycle tour through the valley. Visit to the Mirador of the Hotel Horizontes Los Jazmines to observe the best panoramic view of the valley. Enjoy a welcome cocktail. Visit the Agro ecological farm "El Paraiso". Visit the Finca Montesinos to learn about the history and traditions of the peasants on the cultivation of the best tobacco in the world. Return to Havana through the motorway. Return of motorcycles at Tropikvedeta facilities. At night: departure by bus for dinner at La Guarida restaurant (“Paladar”), followed by a show at Tropicana Cabaret.

ALTERNATIVE: City tour in Havana: Modern Havana, Miramar, Revolution Square and Malecón. Walking tour through the historic center of Old Havana. Lunch at restaurant (“Paladar”) Doña Eutimia. Visit to the Morro fortress. Return to the hotel.

Total kilometers to be traveled in the day: 385.20 kms approximately.
DIA 15HAVANA.
HAVANA Air conditioned bus
Farewell to Cuba. Transfer by bus to Havana Airport according to departure flight schedule.

End of the program.