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Best Of Cuba 14 Night Escorted Tour
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Havana
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Capitolio in Havana
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Typical Havana Scene
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Trinidad
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Trindad
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Vinales Valley
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Barocoa Coastline
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Santiago De Cuba
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El Cobre Church
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Cayo Granma
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Havana
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Capitolio in Havana
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Typical Havana Scene
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Trinidad
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Trindad
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Vinales Valley
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Barocoa Coastline
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Santiago De Cuba
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El Cobre Church
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Cayo Granma
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Havana
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Capitolio in Havana
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Typical Havana Scene
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Trinidad
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Trindad
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Vinales Valley
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Barocoa Coastline
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Santiago De Cuba
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El Cobre Church
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Cayo Granma
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Best Of Cuba 14 Night Escorted Tour
This fifteen day group escorted shows you all of the highlights of both Western and Eastern Cuba. This tour is a great introduction for those that wish to explore the real Cuba.
Your tour begins in Havana on a Sunday with a few days to explore one of the most atmospheric cities in the world, you will continue to Santa Clara to visit the Che Guevara mausoleum and onwards to the UNESCO World heritage Site of Trinidad, where the historic centre has been beautifully restored. Visit the colonial town of Cienfuegos before travelling to the province of Pinar Del Rio where you will stay in a local countryside hotel, La Moka and visit the world's second largest Orchid garden and the unusual 'Mogote' mountains in the Vinales Valley.
A short flight from Havana is taken to Holguin where you continue your tour to idyllic coastal town of Baracoa and take in the unspoilt tropical scenery. Visit typical Cuban farmlands before enjoying two nights in the vibrant and historic city of Santiago De Cuba.
A flight is taken from Santiago De Cuba to Havana where you will spend one last night before your flight home, alternatively extend your Cuba Holiday with a few days at one of the many beach destinations that Cuba offers.
Departs weekly starting on Sundays in Havana.
Schedule above is subject to variation at different times of the year.
Day 1
Havana
Welcome at Jose Marti Airport where we will be transferred to Old Havana for overnight at the Parque Central Hotel, which is, situated in an excellent position within a very short walk of Old Havana.
Day 2
Havana
After breakfast we will depart for a detailed guided sightseeing tour of Havana. A unique experience, the tour will visit all the major sights of the city including the historic Plaza de Armas and Cathedral Square. We can absorb the atmosphere of the narrow cobblestone streets of Old Havana, flanked by old colonial buildings dating back as far as the 16th Century. Visit the Museum of The Revolution, one of Havana's famous cigar factories, Havana Club Rum factory and Revolution Square. Lunch is taken at El Patio overlooking the historic Cathedral Square. The remainder of the day will be at leisure to enjoy exploring Old Havana or relax by the hotel pool! In the evening dinner will be taken at El Aljibe restaurant specialising in traditional Cuban cuisine. 
Day 3
Santa Clara and Trinidad
After breakfast we will journey east through the sugar plantations for the city of Santa Clara the final resting place of “Che Guevara”. On arrival we will visit the mausoleum and the museum dedicated to his extraordinary life, followed by a short orientation tour of the city including the train “Tren Blindado” that was attacked in the decisive moments of the Cuban Revolution. After lunch in a local hotel we will continue through the Escambray Mountains to Trinidad a UNESCO heritage site and one of the best-preserved colonial cities in the world. Overnight and dinner will be at the Iberostar Grand Hotel located in the town centre. 
Day 4
Trinidad
After a leisurely breakfast, we will explore Trinidad visiting the Romantic Museum, which depicts the lifestyle and architectural design of Trinidad's colonial past. Enjoy traditional Cuban music at the Casa de la Trova, followed by a visit to La Canchanchara, an old house dating back to the 18th Century, where we can try the unique Trinidad rum and sugar cane juice cocktail. Lunch will be taken at the Grand Hotel Trinidad and there will also be some time to explore the historic city independently. Dinner this evening will be taken in the hotel restaurant. 
Day 5
Cienfuegos and Las Terrazas
After an early breakfast, we will enjoy a tour of Cienfuegos before departing for Pinar Del Rio province, an area known throughout the world as Cuba's main tobacco growing region, where steep sided “Mogote” mountains stand guard over fertile valleys. En route we will stop at Guama where we will take a boat through the mangrove swamps to a replica stilted Taino Indian village on the shores of Treasure Lake. Lunch will be taken in a local countryside restaurant, before continuing to the Moka hotel, situated deep in the Sierra Del Rosario Nature Reserve. On arrival dinner will be served in the hotel restaurant and the remainder of the evening will be free to relax.
Day 6
Soroa
Today we will visit Soroa's prize attraction, the Orchid garden, which covers three hectares and claims to be the world's second largest, with over 20,000 plants representing over 700 species, 250 of them indigenous to Cuba. A walk will then be taken to the waterfall 'Cascadas el Salto'which descends through fragrant woodlands to the bottom of the falls, which tumbles into pools, good for bathing, these waters are also said to have medicinal properties.
Lunch will be taken at the Buena Vista coffee plantation restaurant after which a visit will be made to the local community of Las Terrazas, maybe buy a locally produced coffee and cake at Maria's coffee shop on a hill overlooking the village followed by a cooling swim in the San Juan River.
Dinner will be served in a farmer's restaurant specialising in Cuban cuisine and set in a peaceful rural setting where you dine at the farmer's house on his terrace!
Day 7
Vinales
Today we will depart for the famous Vinales Valley, with stops for absorbing the beauty of the area. There will be a subterranean boat ride through the El Indio limestone cave system followed by lunch in the Ranchon San Vicente countryside restaurant. In the late afternoon, we will return to the Moka Hotel, and dinner will be taken in Cuban's only restaurant specializing in organic vegetarian cuisine with all ingredients produced within the Las Terrazas community!!!, Many previous visitors have said this is the best restaurant in Cuba, an excellent end to the day.
Day 8
Holguin
After breakfast, free time to enjoy the additional activities on offer at the Moka Hotel and Las Terrazas. After lunch overlooking the lake we will transfer back to Havana for your flight CU6876 (subject to availability) to Holguin. After arriving to Holguin airport you will be warmly welcomed and transferred the short distance to your Holguin Hotel.
Day 9
Cayo Saetia and Baracoa
After breakfast there will be a short orientation tour of Holguin the provincial capital known for its many peaceful, tree-lined squares, before we continue to Cayo Saetia. On arrival at this picturesque former private game reserve there will be time for a relaxing swim, some leisure time on the stunning white sandy beach, a jeep safari to spot zebra, antelope and deer, and a local Cuban style lunch. In the afternoon we will continue to Baracoa where the scenery gradually becomes more dramatic and beautiful as we enter the Humbolt National Park. Stops can be made en route where local farmers sell homemade sweets and drinks. In the late afternoon we will arrive in Baracoa, fascinating and idyllic small town surrounded by beautiful natural scenery. There will be an orientation tour of Baracoa including the possibility of a stroll down Baracoa's seafront promenade the “Malecon”. Dinner and overnight will be taken at the Hotel Villa Baracoa or similar
Day 10
Baracoa
After breakfast we will travel to Finca Duaba, a traditional Cuban farm surrounded by unspoilt tropical scenery, which gives an excellent insight into rural way of life in Cuba. The tour will continue with a visit to Rio Toa Cuba's widest river which runs through a UNESCO protected reserve where there will be a chance to have a short boat ride up the river and lunch will be taken in the reserve. In the afternoon we will return back to Baracoa with a chance to spend some time at leisure before taking dinner in the hotel.
The evening will be at leisure to enjoy the local sights and sounds of Baracoa at night!
Day 11
Santiago De Cuba
We will leave early in the morning and travel over the breath taking mountain scenery, past palm fringed bays and sleepy towns towards Guantanamo a typical Cuban town living in the shadow of the naval base. After a short orientation tour of Guantanamo with a chance to take lunch in the city we will continue through the hills to Santiago de Cuba. On arrival in the late afternoon, there will be the chance for a swim in the hotel pool or relax in the sun. Dinner this evening will be at the hotel.
Day 12
Santiago De Cuba
After breakfast at the hotel we will spend the day with a full exploration of this city that has been of crucial importance throughout Cuba's history. We will visit the Moncada Barracks, central square Parque Cespedes, Calle Heredia, one of the city's liveliest streets, and Padre Pico Street, made famous by the intense games of draughts played by the locals. The day continues to Castillo del Morro, a historical fortress offering fantastic views across the Caribbean Sea and the impressive Sierra Maestro mountains. We will enjoy a traditional Cuban lunch at a restaurant next to the fortress offering stunning views of the coastal scenery.
After lunch we will return to our hotel in the city and the remainder of the afternoon will be at leisure to explore Santiago De Cuba independently or relax and catch the sun by the hotel pool!
Dinner this evening will be in the hotel and there will be the chance to spend some time exploring the city on an independent basis.
Day 13
Sierra Mountains and Cayo Granma
After a leisurely breakfast we will leave the city and head towards the Sierra Mountains to the picturesque church of El Cobre, Cuba's most sacred pilgrimage site and a shrine to Virgin Mary. Locals are adamant that this is the most beautiful location in Cuba and we will take a tour of the church and its many historic gifts bestowed by visitors! There will also be time to enjoy the beautiful mountain scenery surrounding the church.Lunch waits at Cayo Granma, reached by a short boat crossing, the restaurant looks out across the bay towards Morro Fortress and after lunch there will be time to wander around the small island before heading back to the hotel.The remainder of the day will be free to relax or explore the city before dinner taken in the hotel.After dinner there will be an optional visit to one of Cuba's famous 'Casa de la Trova' for live music - Cuban style!
Day 14
Havana
Today we will be up early and head for the airport for the flight to Havana CU985 at 0935hrs (subject to availability). On arrival to Havana airport you will be transferred to the Parque Central Hotel. The afternoon will be free for you to explore at your leisure. Dinner will be in the Cafe Oriente Restaurant. 
Day 15
End of tour
Today will be free until your transfer to the airport for your international flight home.
Price
15 days
from £2275 per adult low season
Low season is normally May - NovemberHigh season is normally January - March
Price Includes
Direct International flights with Virgin Atlantic from London Gatwick to Havana, all accommodation as described in the itinerary, most meals and all excursions as described in the itienrary and domestic flights.
Direct International flights with Virgin Atlantic from London Gatwick to Havana, all accommodation as described in the itinerary, most meals and all excursions as described in the itienrary and domestic flights.
Price Excludes
Gratuities, drinks, Cuban visas, Havana Airport departure taxes
Gratuities, drinks, Cuban visas, Havana Airport departure taxes
Notes
Please note that accommodation outside of Havana and Trinidad is comfortable, yet basic. Food served outside of Havana is normally based on local cuisine and generally includes fried meat, rice, beans and vegetables. Itinerary is subject to change and will be confirmed at the time of confirmation.
Please call us for prices on your preferred dates, durations, room types and multi-centre options.
Travel Details
Departure Airports
London Gatwick
London Gatwick
Arrival Airports
Jose Marti International
Flight time 9 hrs 40 mins
Highlights
- Havana walking and sightseeing tour
- Visit Che Guevara's resting place
- Highlights tour of UNESCO World Heritage Site, Trinidad
- Cienfuegos morning tour
- Orchid gardens of Soroa
- Vinales Valley and tobacco plantations
- Beautiful scenery of Humbolt National Park and Baracoa
- Santiago De Cuba tour plus Castillo del Morro
- Church or El Cobre plus Sierra Mountains
Tour Route
- Trinidad
- Havana
- Cienfuegos
- Vinales
- Santiago de Cuba
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Rossella ColellaCuba is a spectacular country, with beautiful and very warm loving people. Travel here not only requires a passport, money and a good rucksack; it also requires flexibility, creativity, good humour, patience and a healthy sense of adventure. Cuba remains an easy country to travel to and within and since Raúl Castro took office in February 2008, he has allowed Cubans access to cell phones and entry into tourist hotels, meaning interaction with the locals is now simpler and often surprisingly candid.
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