Pearl of the Caribbean Cuba Tour

Explore the iconic sights of Havana, including Plaza de Armas and
Revolution Square and watch a Tropicana cabaret show
Visit the resting place of “Che” Guevara in Santa Clara
Tour stunning Cienfuegos and historic Trinidad
See the tobacco growing area & visit a cigar factory in the Vinales Valley
Experience the subterranean boat ride through the El Indio limestone cave in Vinales

This dynamic seven night tour sees you travel from the Cuban capital to the stunning Vinales Valley.

Discover Cuba's most popular and historic sights on this week long adventure, starting in Havana with a full day tour of the city sights. Visit the resting place of Che Guavara, stroll the cobble streets of historic Trinidad and see how cigars are made on a factory tour.

Day 1 Welcome to Cuba's capital, Havana

Welcome to Cuba and the enthralling capital, Havana

Welcome to Cuba! Transfer from Jose Marti Airport to the historic Sevilla Hotel and enjoy a free evening to spend as you wish. The historic old town of Havana, also known as Habana Vieja, is one of the prime destinations for tourists. A holiday in Havana isn’t complete without a stroll round this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Habana Vieja boasts some superb architecture, amazing buildings and expansive plazas. The Old Town has a rich variety of churches, forts, museums and mansions to explore. Most of the popular museums and galleries can be found in this area.

Check in to a Casa Particular (private house)

Day 2 Havana Full Day

Havana Full Day

Depart for a guided sightseeing tour of Havana. Absorb the atmosphere of the narrow cobblestone streets, flanked by old colonial buildings dating back as far as the 16th Century. Stop at the Havana Club Rum Factory to sample some rum and enjoy lunch at the famous El Patio restaurant, overlooking the Cathedral Square. Visit the impressive Revolution Square and enjoy a drive along the “Malecon”, Havana’s seafront promenade. Enjoy the rest of the afternoon at your leisure - exploring Old Havana or relaxing back at the hotel. Have dinner at Casa Espanola, a castle-like mansion, followed by an optional Tropicana cabaret show.

Return to the Casa Particular

INCLUDES : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 Santa Clara - Trinidad

Havana - Santa Clara - Trinidad

Leave early morning for Santa Clara, the final resting place of “Che” Guevara. Visit the mausoleum and museum dedicated to his extraordinary life, followed by a short orientation tour of the city including the train “Tren Blindado” that was attacked during the Cuban Revolution.

Have lunch at a local hotel restaurant before continuing through the Escambray Mountains to Trinidad, a UNESCO heritage site and one of the best preserved colonial cities in the world.

Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant in Trinidad

Check in to a Casa Particular in Trinidad

INCLUDES : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 Historic Trinidad

Historic Trinidad

Spend a leisurely day exploring Trinidad, visiting either Palacio de Cantero or the History Museum, followed by a visit to La Chanchanchara (an old house dating back to the 18th Century). Have lunch at another great local restaurant, then enjoy the rest of the afternoon to explore this historic city at your own leisure.

Dinner will be at the Casa Particular

INCLUDES : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 Cienfuegos - the 'pearl of the south'

Cienfuegos - the 'pearl of the south'

Continue your journey to Cienfuegos, known as 'Perla del Sur' (Pearl of the South) due to its large boulevards, fascinating buildings and spectacular views. Explore the city, have lunch at the Nautical Club and enjoy some free time to walk around the city or relax back at the hotel pool. Have dinner at Palacio del Valle a stunning Moorish-style palace.

Check in to Jagua Hotel

INCLUDES : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 Cienfuegos - the 'pearl of the south'

Day 6 Guama - Vinales

Guama - Vinales

Depart for Pinar Del Rio province, Cuba's main tobacco growing region, stopping at Guama to take a boat through the mangrove swamps. Enjoy lunch in a local countryside restaurant before continuing to Vinales to experience real Cuban life with a staying in one of the simple private houses. Dinner arranged in a local restaurant.

Check in to Casa Particular

INCLUDES : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 Stunning Vinales Valley

Stunning Vinales Valley

Visit the famous Vinales Valley and stop off along the way to absorb the beauty of the area. Experience how Cuba's famous cigars are created by hand with a visit to a cigar factory. Enjoy a subterranean boat ride through the El Indio limestone cave system followed by lunch in the Ranchón San Vicente countryside restaurant. In the late afternoon, return to the Vinales casas to relax. Dinner will be provided by your casa.

INCLUDES : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8 Las Terrazas ecological reserve - Havana

Las Terrazas ecological reserve - Havana

Set off for the Las Terrazas community, situated in the foothills of the Sierra del Rosario Ecological Reserve. Have lunch in one of their specialized restaurants before transferring back to Havana for your return flight to the UK.

Should you wish to extend your stay in Cuba at the end of this tour by adding more nights in Havana or a beach extension, please call one of our Cuba specialists to discuss an individual itinerary suited to your needs.

INCLUDES : Breakfast, Lunch

Day 8 Las Terrazas ecological reserve - Havana

Pricing

All prices shown represent a from price per person based on low season travel unless otherwise stated.
Availability of tour components and flights seats change continually, affecting the final price. The lead-in price given is therefore for guidance only.
To obtain a tailored quote for you and your party, please call one of our travel experts today.

Important Info

Important info

•The tour departs on Thursdays (fortnightly)

•Please note Casa Particulars may not be suitable for those with limited mobility

•Children under the age of 15 years are not permitted on the tour

•Any timings or sequence of activities provided are for rough guidance only, and may vary due to local availability, constraints and demand.

As our tours are set up many months in advance, changes can occur to accommodation, restaurants and places to be visited as a result of changes in the local provision of services in Cuba. This is especially apparent in the winter season as Cuba continues to cope and change as a result of unprecedented global demand for the island, as well as a rapidly emerging USA visitor market that is both politically and commercially important to the Cuban Government and Tourism Authorities.

Where tour accommodation is located in a narrow side street where a larger vehicle/bus cannot access easily, or road rules restrict the driver from pulling up outside, guests may be required to walk a short distance with their luggage to the closest access point.

Our escorted tour itineraries are generally fast paced to fit everything in, and will generally keep you busy. A reasonable level of fitness and mobility is required.

Inclusions

Flights with Virgin Atlantic, Air Europa or KLM and UK departure tax

All transport as per itinerary using fully air-conditioned vehicles

English speaking guide throughout

Two nights accommodation at a Casa Particular in Havana on B&B basis

Two nights accommodation at a Casa Particular in Trinidad on B&B basis

One night accommodation at the Jagua hotel Cienfuegos on B&B basis

Two nights accommodation in a Casa Particular in Vinales on B&B basis

Exclusions

•Cuba tourist card (£20.00 approx. per person)

•Single supplement from £220 for full tour per person

•Any other meals and drinks other than what's included on the itinerary

•Tips