Highlights of Cuba

Overview

One of the most enigmatic places in the World is Cuba. Best known for the revolution (1953 – 59) led by Fidel Castro, the country is only now emerging from the 1950’s, and moving into the 21st Ccentury with its exciting bars and buzzy cafes. This tour visits the excitement of Havana, the historic Trinidad and Santa Clara, where the famous revolutionary Che Guevara is buried, as well as Vinales, where the tobacco for the famous cuban cigars is grown.

Itinerary

DAY 1: HAVANA
On arrival at Havana Airport, you will be met and transferred to your HOTEL for your three-night stay.

DAY 2: HAVANA
This morning, you will be taken on an exciting colonial walking tour of old Havana town. Highlights include the Cathedral Square, Plaza de Armas and Ernest Hemingway’s former home. (B)

DAY 3: HAVANA – VINALES VALLEY – HAVANA
This morning you will be taken on a full day tour of Vinales Valley, a beautiful area renowned for its palm trees and high quality tobacco used for cigars. Afterwards, discover the beauty of Vinales, taking in the spectacular views from Los Jazmines lookout. Enjoy time in the town of Vinales before taking an underground boat trip through the Indian Caves. (B, L)

DAY 4: HAVANA – SANTA CLARA – TRINIDAD
After breakfast you will travel by road to Santa Clara for a panoramic tour around the city’s historical centre. Visit the Ernesto Che Guevara’s Mausoleum in Plaza Che Guevara, followed by lunch. You will then head to Trinidad for your three-night stay at your HOTEL. (B, L, D)

DAY 5: TRINIDAD
Today you will be taken on a tour of Trinidad including a visit to the museum. (B)

DAY 6: TRINIDAD
Today is a day at leisure to explore this beautiful city with its extraordinary collection of old colonial houses. (B)

DAY 7: TRINIDAD – CIENFUEGOS – HAVANA
Today you will head back to Havana via Cienfuegos, where you will tour the city. Visit the National Monument, the Palacio de Valle and the monument to Beny Moré, one of Cuba’s most treasured musicians. (B, L)

DAY 8: HAVANA
Your tour concludes after breakfast. (B)

Includes

• 7 nights accommodation in superior hotels on a twin share basis
• Meals as indicated (B, L, D)
• All transfers
• Excursions as detailed

Subject to change without notice.

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