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This Premium adventure through Cuba takes you through colourful architecture, vast beaches and lush countryside. The colourful local history still dominates most aspects of daily life, and you’ll explore Havana in all its faded glory. See the beauty of rural Vinales, wander the cobblestoned streets of Trinidad and soak up the coastal vibe of Cienfuegos. Visit the home of a local family for dinner, learn some salsa moves and hop in a classic American car for a real Cuban experience.
Duration 9 days
Destination Cuba
Company Intrepid
Availability From 28/12/2024 to 03/01/2027
Call 1300 018 390
What's Included?
- Visit the home of a local family in Trinidad for an Exclusive Experience where you’ll enjoy a festive home-cooked dinner paired with the local drink, Canchanchara, made from 'fire water' (local honey and lime juice)
- Admire the colours of Soroa during an Exclusive Experience
- Visit a vibrant orchid garden with a local expert and take a private tour to learn about the region’s diverse array of flora and fauna
- Discover the cobblestone streets of Trinidad, learn some salsa steps in slow-paced Vinales, and take in the colours of Soroa – the valley known as the 'Rainbow of Cuba'
- Explore Havana’s main sights during a tour in a classic American car – a nod to the city’s colourful vintage past
- Your local leader will help you learn the story of the Cuban Revolution, as well as a visit to the memorials dedicated to revolutionary hero Ernesto Che Guevara in Santa Clara
- Breakfasts Included: 8
- Lunches Included: 3
- Dinners Included: 3
- Comfortable Hotel (1 nights),Premium Guesthouse (4 nights),Feature Stay (3 night)
- Private vehicle
- Age: min 15
- Group Size: 1 - 12
- Complimentary Arrival Transfer
- Havana - Welcome Dinner
- Havana - Revolution Square
- Havana - Leader-led walking tour of Old Havana
- Havana - American Vintage Car Tour (No guide and transport included)
- Havana – Granma Memorial (entrance fee)
- Soroa – Orchid Garden Tour (entrance and guide fee)
- Vinales - Leader-led orientation walk
- Leader-led Informal Spanish Lesson
- Havana - Deshidratados Havana Visit
- Vinales - Half-day Valley tour on foot including Tobacco Farmhouse
- Vinales - Salsa dance lesson (1 hour)
- Vinales - Farm-to-table dinner at an eco-friendly ranch
- Bay of Pigs - Coastal swim stop
- Cienfuegos - Leader-led orientation walk
- Cienfuegos - Palacio de Valle (from entrance fee)
- Trinidad - Leader-led orientation walk
- Trinidad - Dinner at a local farmhouse
- Santa Clara - Che Guevara Mausoleum and Museum (entrance fee)
- Trinidad - Valle De Los Ingenios Scenic Viewpoint and Drink
Availability
- From 28/12/2024 to 03/01/2027
Visit Cuba
1 Havana
Bienvenidos! Welcome to Cuba. Your Premium adventure begins in Havana, the country’s capital. You’ll be met at the airport by a local representative and transferred to your Feature Stay hotel for a welcome meeting at 6 pm. If you arrive early, there are plenty of excellent museums to check out, including the Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes. After your meeting, head to a local restaurant for dinner. Tonight, your leader will introduce you to some classic dishes such as picadillo (a beef and tomato stew) and ropa vieja (pulled beef with vegetables).
2 Havana
Start the day in style as you tour the city in a convoy of classic American vintage cars. Cruise down Havana’s grand old streets as your leader points out significant sights like the Malecon, Revolucion Square and Vedado. Finish your ride in Old Havana where you’ll continue your explorations on foot during a walking tour with your leader. Learn the history of the Havana cathedral and discover the city’s old-world charm when you stop by Plaza de Armas, San Francisco de Asis, Plaza Vieja and Central Park. You then have a free afternoon – maybe head to a rooftop bar for a cocktail or stroll around the colourful streets.
3 Vinales
Before departing Havana, visit Deshidratados Havana – a local dehydrated fruit workshop founded during the pandemic to help with food scarcity. Learn about how the natural preserves are made without any sugar or preservatives, and try out some samples. Next, drive west to Soroa, where you’ll tour a beautiful orchid garden. Meet with a local guide for a private tour of the gardens and learn about the vibrant array of plant and bird species – it’s not hard to see why this valley is known as the rainbow of Cuba. Make a stop at the Castle in the Clouds, a mountain-top property with wonderful views, take some time out for lunch and then continue to Vinales, where tobacco and sugarcane fields lie side by side and limestone outcrops dot the landscape. Use this travel time to take part in an informal Spanish lesson so you can converse with the friendly locals throughout the rest of your trip. Check in to your guesthouses, then take a short orientation walk with your leader to get acquainted with the town.
4 Vinales
Begin your day with a guided walk through the farmlands of Vinales, where your leader will talk to you about the geography that makes up the area’s spectacular scenery. Vinales is known for its tobacco farms which still use traditional growing methods – learn more about the longstanding tobacco industry and watch a farmer whip up a world class cigar in seconds. Take some time to find a local place for lunch, then regroup in the late afternoon for a salsa dancing lesson. Find your feet and learn a few steps while embracing the electrifying rhythm of Cuba. After working up an appetite, head to the top of the valley for dinner at an eco-farm. Here you’ll enjoy an exceptional farm-to-table meal made entirely from organic produce grown on site.
5 Cienfuegos
Prepare for a long travel day as you make your way to Cienfuegos. Drive back through Havana before stopping in the Bay of Pigs for lunch. After lunch, you may like to take a dip in the crystal clear water, or unroll your beach towel and sit back as your leader shares stories of the botched USA Military counter-revolutionary invasion in the Bay of Pigs. Now a tranquil spot for relaxing, it’s hard to imagine the chaotic battle that took place here in 1961. Then it’s just a short drive to Cienfuegos, one of Cuba's prettiest coastal spots. Arrive in the early evening and join your leader on a short orientation walk before visiting the Palacio del Valle – Cienfuegos' architectural pride and joy.
6 Trinidad
Enjoy a free morning in Cienfuegos – maybe stop by a local cafe for a cup of Cuban coffee. Then make the journey to Trinidad. When you arrive, your leader will introduce you to the town’s history and architecture during a walking tour. Take in Trinidad’s eye-catching combination of cobblestone streets, colourful houses and old-fashioned locals. It's a great town to explore on foot, and almost every scene offers great photo opportunities – from residents relaxing with huge cigars on their doorsteps to old Chevrolets cruising by. In the evening take a trip out of town to a local house for a homely and festive dinner. Be welcomed with the local drink, Canchanchara, made from 'fire water' (local honey and lime juice). There will even be a musician or two serenading you and your fellow travellers as you dine.
7 Trinidad
The day is yours to explore all that Trinidad has to offer. For some beachside fun and maybe a little snorkelling, head down to Playa Ancon (just be careful you don't stand on a sea urchin!). The town is dotted with open-air venues where you can check out a folklore show that nods to Cuba’s rich and varied music and dance tradition. With roots in Spain, Africa and France the show displays Cuba’s history.
8 Havana
Head inland with a stop at the Valle De Los Ingenios Scenic Viewpoint, where you'll have a drink while soaking in the views of sugar cane plantations. Continue to the beautiful city of Santa Clara, where you’ll enjoy an included lunch followed by a visit to the Che Guevara mausoleum. Here, you’ll see the imposing statue of the iconic revolutionary leader. In the museum that accompanies the mausoleum, you'll find a spread of photos and other ephemera related to Che – letters, medical devices and firearms. Return to Havana and arrive at your hotel, one of the newest in Havana. Perhaps soak in the amazing views from the rooftop pool or indulge in a mojito at the bar.
9 Havana
Your Cuban adventure comes to an end after breakfast this morning. As there's a great deal to do in Havana, it’s recommended that you stay a few extra days to make the most of this exciting city. If you need help booking extra accommodation, just get in touch with your booking agent.
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