The best of Cuba

ITINERARY

DAY 1: HAVANA

Arrival at Jose Marti airport. Transfer to the assigned hotel. Lodging. Free afternoon.

DAY 2: HAVANA

Breakfast. Pick up at the hotel. The tour begins with a visit to the Morro Fortress, a place to appreciate a beautiful panoramic view of the Havana coastline delimited by its famous seawall. Continuation to Old Havana, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, with a walking tour of its four squares: Cathedral Square, Plaza de la Catedral, Plaza de Armas, Plaza de San Francisco de Asís and Plaza Vieja. Lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, panoramic tour in ANTIQUE CARS through places of interest such as the Capitol, Central Park, Museum of the Revolution, Museum of Fine Arts, Havana's Malecon, G Street, University of Havana and Revolution Square, with a brief stop at the latter for photos. Return to the hotel. Free evening. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 3: HAVANA- LAS TERRAZAS -HABANA

Breakfast. Pick up at the hotel. Departure to Las Terrazas, an ecological project located in the Sierra del Rosario, declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, enjoying the Cuban flora and fauna and the beauty of the place. Upon arrival, reception at Rancho Curujey, with enjoyment of a welcome cocktail enlivened by a local group of traditional Cuban music. Explanation of the Social Project that is developed in this locality supported by illustrative images. Visit to the Las Terrazas Community, walk through the Callejón de la Moka and tasting of a Creole coffee. Visit to the Buenavista coffee plantation, a partially restored 19th century coffee plantation. As an optional activity in the place is the Canopy Tour with an attractive tour above the community. Lunch at one of the resort's restaurants. Visit to the San Juan River with free time to enjoy a refreshing swim. Return to Havana. Free evening. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY 4: HAVANA - GUAMÁ - TRINIDAD.

Breakfast. Pick up at the hotel. Departure to Guamá, located in the Zapata Peninsula, province of Matanzas. In transit, brief stop at the Finca Fiesta Campesina with enjoyment of a Cuban cocktail, traditional music, observation of the native flora and fauna of the Zapata Swamp. Continuation of the trip to the town of Guamá, with a visit to the Crocodile Farm and Parrot Farm, to appreciate and learn about the life of these unique creatures. Visit to the Taino Village with a nautical tour of 8 km until arriving at the sculptural group, made by the famous Cuban artist Rita Longa that represents the culture of the Cuban aborigines, besides appreciating a different hotel in its structure that coexists in harmony with the environment. Lunch at a local restaurant. Departure to the city of Trinidad, in transit, visit to the Playa Girón Museum dedicated to the battle fought by the Cuban people against the mercenaries in this region. Lodging and dinner at the confirmed hotel. Free night.

DAY 5: TRINIDAD

Breakfast at the hotel. Tour of the city of Trinidad, known as the Jewel of Cuba or Museum City and one of the most complete and preserved architectural ensembles of the American continent. Walking tour through its streets to admire its Spanish colonial architecture, which gives the sensation of having stopped in the 18th and 19th centuries. Visit to the Plaza Mayor, the Romantic Museum and the Canchánchara Bar where you can enjoy a typical welcome cocktail and listen to live traditional Trinidadian music. Visit to the Casa del Alfarero to admire one of the oldest traditions of the city in the workshop of the founding family. Lunch at a local restaurant. Free time in the city. Return to the hotel. Overnight and dinner at the confirmed hotel. Free evening.

DAY 6: TRINIDAD-CIENFUEGOS - VARADERO

Breakfast at the hotel. Departure to the city of Cienfuegos, known as the Pearl of the South, which reveals the splendor of a culture strongly influenced by its French founders. Walking tour from the meadow, along the boulevard to Martí́ Park. Visit to the Tomás Terry Theater, Casa de Bienes Culturales, Purísima Concepción Cathedral and the Palacio de Valle where you will learn about the beautiful legend associated with its construction. Lunch at a local restaurant. At the end, departure to Varadero and/or Havana. Overnight at selected hotel.

DAY 7: VARADERO

Breakfast. A full day excursion to the incredible and marvelous Cayo Blanco. To get to the key, you will be transferred to the Chapellín Marina, located on the southern fringe of the Hicacos Peninsula, where you will take a catamaran, whose trip will last approximately 45 minutes. The boat includes an open bar with Cuban cocktails, beer, rum, soft drinks and live music. Cayo Blanco offers you the opportunity to enjoy its extraordinary natural environment with its wonderful beach, protected by a coral reef, ideal for swimming, sunbathing, snorkeling, diving or any other entertainment. Lunch will be at a Ranchón on the beach. The return is at 15:30 hours approximately to the pier of the Marina Chapellín. From the Marina Chapellín, the excursion continues to the Varadero Dolphinarium, to enjoy the wonderful dolphins. In the afternoon, return to the hotel. Lodging.

DAY 8: VARADERO - HAVANA

Breakfast. Departure to Havana. Free afternoon to rest and enjoy the hotel swimming pool. Lodging.

DAY 9: HAVANA

Breakfast. Free day to enjoy Havana.

DAY 10: HAVANA

Breakfast. At the agreed time, transfer to the airport in Havana to take the flight to the city of origin.

INCLUDES

• 04 NIGHTS IN HAVANA AT SELECTED HOTEL
• 02 NIGHTS IN TRINIDAD IN SELECTED HOTEL
• 03 NIGHTS IN VARADERO AT SELECTED HOTEL
• FOOD INCLUDED ACCORDING TO THE PROGRAM
• SEAFARI CAYO BLANCO PLUS (MARINA MARLIN)
• TRANSFERS INCLUDED, ACCORDING TO THE CIRCUIT, BY AIR-CONDITIONED BUS.
• GUIDED TOURS IN SPANISH
• PERSONALIZED ASSISTANCE

NOT INCLUDED

• AIR TICKET
• CUBA AIRPORT TAX 25 CUC, PAYABLE BY THE CLIENT UPON DEPARTURE.
• TIPS TO PORTERS, WAITERS, WAITRESSES, WAITERS.
• NO SERVICE NOT SPECIFIED

TERMS AND CONDITIONS: GENERAL CONDITIONS

• Acceptance of this itinerary implies full compliance with the circuit.
• The order of the itinerary may be changed without altering its content.
• Departures may be subject to variations and/or modifications depending on occupancy.
• Passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the return date of the trip.
• There are no refunds or cancellations, change in name penalty USD $250 + VAT and this change can only be made prior to the issuance of the airline ticket. Once the ticket is issued it is non-refundable, non-cancellable, non-endorsable and non-exchangeable. Please consult directly with your Travel Consultant prior to the settlement of your package.
• Globetrotter Excursions is not responsible if the passenger is unable to travel on the stipulated dates.
• Optional excursions are paid directly upon arrival at the destination. *Prices subject to change without prior notice. Once the total amount of the program has been paid, the following conditions apply:
  • Cancellation 30 days prior to departure: 25% of the land portion cost
  • Cancellation 21 days prior to departure: 50% of the land portion cost
  • Cancellation 10 days prior to departure: 75% of the cost of the land portion of the trip.
  • Cancellation less than 10 days prior to departure: Land portion is non-refundable.

Terms and conditions.