Magnificent Cuba - 21 day round trip - The whole Cuba

Review

G01CUBKGR culture trip "Magnificent Cuba in 3 weeks - 21 days/20 nights adventure and culture roundtrip through Cuba."

Havana-Soroa-Pinar del Rio-Vinales-Cienfuegos-Trinidad-Camagüey-Sierra Maestra-Santiago de Cuba-Baracoa-Guardalavaca-Havana

Travel Details

Program:

1st day: Arrival to Havanna

Arrival at the international airport of Havanna. Transfer to the Hotel in the old town Habana Vieja (optional).
1 night at a hotel in Havana, 4* category. 

2nd day: Havana

Meet your guide and group at 8:30 am in the hotel lobby. Your guide will then take you on a walking tour of the historic Old Town of Havana – La Habana Vieja. Havana's old town was declared a UNESCO world heritage site in 1982. The atmosphere of bygone days is still present in the streets. Walking through Havana makes you feel as if you have been sent back in time. You will visit the Havana Club Rum Museum and get to know the modern part of Havana in the afternoon. Look forward to a delicious dinner at one of Havana's local restaurants.
1 night at a Hotel in Havana, 4* category (breakfast, dinner).

3rd day: Havana

On the third day of your tour you will go an excursion to the fortress "Fortaleza de San Carlos de la Cabaña". The impressive fortress was built by the Spanish and completed in 1774. Not only Che Guevara used it as a Headquarter. Che Guevara used the fortress as a Headquater. You will have a great view around the bay of Havana. After the visit of the fortress you will continue to the town Cojimar, where you will have lunch in a Restaurant. After lunch you will continue to the Playas del Este where you can relax on the beach or swim in the ocean. 
1 night at a Hotel in Havana, 4* category (breakfast, lunch).

4th day: Havana- Las Terrazas -Soroa

Today you will leave Havana and head to the Las Terrazas community and nature reserve. The community is located in the majestic Sierra del Rosario mountain range. Forestry and ecotourism are the main industries in this spectacularly beautiful area. After exploring this rural community, nestled in a natural paradise, you will head for sunny Soroa. 

1 night in Hotel in Soroa, 3* category (breakfast)





5th day: Soroa - Viñales

After breakfast you will head to Cuba's famous tobacco region. Your first stop is Pinar del Rio where you will visit a tobacco factoy and see how the cuban cigars are produced. Then continue to Viñales, this beautifully quaint town is located amid green tobacco fields and monumental limestone hills known as Mogotes. You will visit the stunning natural cave of Cueva del Indio and have lunch together. Spend the night at a casa particular.

1 night in Casa Particular in Vinales (breakfast, lunch)

6th day: day trip to Cayo Jutías

This morning we will take you to the spectacular Cayo Jutías. This beautiful beach is very close by and it’s the perfect place for rest and relaxing. You can spend all day swimming and reclining or you can choose to go on an optional boat tour! We will serve lunch picnic-style, directly on the beach.

1 night in Casa Particular in Vinales (Lunch)

7th day: Viñales - Santa Clara

Todays destination is Santa Clara, where we will visit the famous Che Guevara museum. You will also see the Tren Blindado Monument.

1 night in Hotel in Santa Clara, 3-4* category (dinner)

8th day: Santa Clara - Cienfuegos

Today head to the delightful city of Cienfuegos. It is one of the most beautiful and liveliest cities in all of Cuba. The Palacio de Valle, with its gothic, Venetian and neoclassical architectural influences is one of Cienfuegos’s jewels. You will visit Cienfuegos on a guided tour.

1 night in Cienfuegos, Hotel 3-4* Category (lunch)

 

9th day: Cienfuegos - Trinidad
Today we will take you to the abundant botanical garden of Cienfuegos and finally head to the spirited city of Trinidad. Once in Trinidad enjoy an informative city tour strolling through this colorful colonial city.

Trinidad. The city was declared world heritage site by the UNESCO. The colonial city of Trinidad was founded in the early 16th century and it seems as if nothing has changed since then.

The Villa de la Santisima Trinidad de Cuba has got medieval features with arced bridges, medieval squares, very good preserved buildings with neoclassical and baroque influences. This unique city fascinates its visitors not only with its many sights and museums, but also with its proximity to the sea and the mountains.

The city is situated on a hill with a view to the sea and the mountains and was founded in 1514 by Diego Velázquez as third settlement in Cuba. There is much to explore in Trinidad’s colonial old town, like the Palacio Brunet, one of the most beautiful palaces of the city where the Museo Romántico is located today.

Enjoy spending the night in a pleasant casa particular in Trinidad (breakfast)

10th day: Topes de Collantes
After breakfast you will leave Trinidad for an excursion to the national park Topes de Collantes. Enjoy the beautiful nature on a hike on the Guanayara Trail and learn about the endemic Flora and Fauna. There will be the possibility to swim, so don´t forget to take you swimsuit. After returning to Trinidad spend the evening as you wish. We highly recommend to visit the Casa de la Trova where you can listen to cuban live-music.

1 night in Casa Particular in Trinidad

11th day: Trinidad 

In the morning you will get to know the Cubans' passion during a Salsa dance course. The rest of the day is set aside for enjoying Ancon beach. There are lots of optional activities including diving, snorkelling, and catamaran tours. You can choose to go on an excursion or simply spend the day relaxing on the sand, in the sun.

1 night in Casa Particular in Trinidad

12th day: Trinidad – Camagüey

Today you will drive to Camagüey. On your way you will drive through sugar cane plantations and stop at the watchtower of Torre Iznaga, which was formerly used to oversee slaves labouring in the sugarcane fields. Nowadays, tourists can walk up the 560 m high tower and enjoy a great view of the beautiful surrounding fields. Once in Camaguey, you will explore the city from a new perspective as you take a tour in a bike-taxi. The architecture in Camaguey is known for having its own distinct style. Spend the evening as you please.

After the city tour you are free for the evening.
Overnight in Camagüey, 2* Category.  

13th day: Camagüey  - Bayamo

The small town of Bayamo awaits! Enjoy the quietness of this authentic Cuban town as you explore it on a guided walking tour.
Overnight in Bayamo, 2* Category. (breakfast)

14th day: Sierra Maestra

After an early breakfast we will leave to Villa Santo Domingo from where we will go on with Jeeps until we will start our hike to the "Comandancia de la plata". It was a headquater of the rebels during the revolution. Before you return to Bayamo you will have lunch together.
Overnight in Bayamo, 2* Category. (breakfast, lunch)

15th day: Bayamo - Santiago de Cuba

It’s time to leave the Sierra Maestra Mountains behind and head for Santiago de Cuba, also known as the second capital of Cuba. On your way you will stop at the pilgrimage church of El Cobre, which is located on a mountain overlooking the valley. After arriving in Santiago de Cuba - the city of music and dance - we recommend to visit the Casa de la Trova where you can use your recently learnt Salsa skills.

Overnight in hotel in Santiago de Cuba, 3* Category (breakfast)

16th day: Santiago de Cuba

Through a tour of Santigo de Cuba, you'll learn everything about the most lively city on the island. Nestled amongst a unique natural backdrop of a turqoise-blue sea, lush mountains and small beach bays, you will marvel at the sights. And due to its proximity to Jamaica and Haiti, it is known for its Caribbean flair of welcoming visitors with open arms. You will see the Castillo El Morro, the cemetery Santa Ifigenia and the Moncada museum.
1night in Santiago de Cuba, 3* Category (breakfast)

17th day: Santiago de Cuba – Baracoa

From Santiago de Cuba you will drive along the wild and romantic Cuban coastline, along the famous Pass La Farola, to the sleepy little coastal town of Baracoa. You will visit the Rio Toa River and have lunch surrounded by the spectacular landscape. 1 night in Hotel in Baracoa, 3* category (breakfast, lunch)

18th day: Humboldt National Park

Today you will go on a Hike through the Humboldt National Park. Enjoy untouched nature and stunning views on the guided hike. Again don´t forget to take you swimsuit you will have the possibility to swim. Spend the evening as you wish.
1 night in Hotel in Baracoa, 3* category (breakfast, lunch)
 

19th day: Baracoa - Guardalavaca

The coastal paradise of Guardalavaca awaits you! You'll have the whole day to enjoy the beach or explore the town, whatever you'd like. Accommodation tonight will be at a Hotel in Guardalavaca, 3* category. (lunch, dinner)

20th day: Guardalavaca

There are many wonderful things about Cuba but the beaches are still, quite possibly, the best! There are no activities scheduled for the day, so you will have a change to enjoy the sandy coastline and the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea! Tonight you'll stay in a Hotel in Guardalavaca, 3* category. (breakfast, lunch, dinner - all inclusive)

21st day: Departure
Today is the last day of your tour. We can drive you to the airport if you would like (optional) or you can arrange your own transportation. We would be delighted to help you extend your stay in Cuba and book more nights for you with one of our add-ons if you’re still not quite ready to head home. See you next time!

 

Services&Price

G01CUBKGR Magnificent Cuba                                                       

(21 day group culture trip with 20 nights from Havanna)

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Prize per person in a double room and dates

10.12.2018 21 days  €2325 
14.01.2019 21 days  €2290
11.02.2019 21 days  €2290
18.03.2019 21 days  €2290
22.04.2019 21 days  €2290 
03.06.2019 21 days  €1990
01.07.2019 21 days  €1990
05.08.2019 21 days  €1990
16.09.2019 21 days  €1990

Surcharge for single-room: 480 Euro

Transfer In/Out optional
airport Havanna-hotel Havanna - hotel Havanna-airport Havanna
ONE WAY combined with your roundtrip: 20 Euro
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Included in the price:
• accommodation as described
• meals as described
• qualified English speaking travel guide
• transfers in air-conditioned transportation
• all described excursions

NOT included in the price:
• international flight (price on demand)
• tourist card (visa): 25 Euro, (available with us)
• additional meals and drinks
• tips
• additional excursions
• departure tax (25 CUC p.p.) - already included in your flight ticket
• travel insurance
• handling Fee/ tourist tax 40,- Euro
• gala dinner on december 24th / december 31st 

Accomodation:
Our accomodations are usually 2-4* hotels following local standards. The hotels are usually centtrally located, but this may differ from city to city. All rooms have their own toilet and bathroom and are usually double-rooms. If single travellers want to book a single room a surcharge is applied. Otherwise they will share a double room with a fellow traveller of the same sex. The breakfast is usually included, but differences can occur. Please note the points “included in the price“ and “not included in the price“, which you can find in the trip information on our website.

Important information:
If the mentioned hotels are booked out we reserve our right to accomodate you in equivalent hotels.

Attention:
If you are on a 3 or 4 weeks trip you can book more nights in a hotel (beach) of your choice with us. Ask for our offers with idyllic beaches!

Accommodation

Hotel
All nights and accomodations like mentioned in the trip details. Please notice that you might be booked into other but equivalent hotels during high season!

 

Flight

Booking of your flight: 

We recommend to search for flights via flight search machines of your country. 

But if you need help, we will assist you at any time. 

Tips

Our advice: Please bring sturdy shoes and swimming gear for the excursions.

Travel Request

Watersport

There is the possibility to go diving during or in connection with your trip. Please let us know in advance, if you would like to go snorkeling or diving and we will be pleased to assist you in finding the right choice.

Further information you can find at www.cuba-diving.de/DIVE-CUBA/dive_cuba.html