Escorted Tours
Highlights of Cuba From €3,199 Per Person
€3,199
Per Person
Overview
Discover Cuba’s unique culture and beautiful scenery with us on this 11-night guided holiday. Our adventure will begin in Old Havana, where we’ll travel by a vintage car through streets lined with baroque and neoclassical buildings. Another excursion will bring us on the ‘Tobacco Route’ in the west of the island, where there will be an opportunity to meet a traditional ‘veguero’. We’ll see why Ernest Hemingway fell in love with Cuba by visiting some of his favourite haunts and uncovering the island that inspired much of his writing. Our local guides will be delighted to share their knowledge with us. We’ll stay in the coastal area of Varadero, where we can relax on the pristine beaches and our holiday will then conclude with one more night in the vibrant capital of Havana. With tropical weather, friendly locals, and a rich history, Cuba is the Caribbean destination that has it all.
Available Dates
16th September 2025.
7th October 2025.
12th May 2026.
15th September 2026.
6th October 2026.
Itinerary
Day 1 (Travel To Havana, Cuba):
On arrival in Havana, we meet our local guide and transfer to our Havana hotel, our base for the next four or five nights.
Day 2 (Discover Colonial Havana):
Let’s discover Havana! We set off on a half-day guided walking tour of the colonial city centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built in Baroque and Neoclassical style, Old Havana is truly a fascinating place to explore. During the tour, we will see the Museo Capitanes Generales and the Plaza Vieja. From here we’ll visit the 18th century Cuban Baroque-style Palace of the Gnerals and the fortress of Castillo de la Real Fuerza. Along the way, we can discover some of Ernest Hemingway’s old haunts and perhaps enjoy a special Daiquiri which is not included in one of his favourite hangouts, the El Floridita bar, which features a life-size bronze statue of the famous writer.
We have some time at leisure to further immerse ourselves in the atmosphere of Havana’s streets, plazas, and avenues and explore them at our own pace, before gathering with the group for dinner in Old Havana.
Dinner is included tonight, let’s get together and enjoy dinner out.
Day 3 (Uncover Pinar Del Rio – The Tobacco Land – Vinales – Full Day):
Today there will be a full day excursion to the province of Pinar del Rio. As we travel the “tobacco route” to the western part of the island, we’ll enjoy a panoramic tour through Vinales Valley, also including a stop at the lookout poiny “Los Jazmines”.
Afterwards, we will walk down to an underground river through the cave “Cueva del Indio” and continue our journey by small motorboat. With its hanging vines and rocky wall surfaces, this extraordinary river region looks like it came straight out of a film. Inside the cave, we can view the ‘Prehistoric Wall’, complete with a huge mural depicting the history of evolution.
Also included today is a visit to “Casa del Veguero”, a tobacco farm, to see the tobacco fields and drying house.
Lunch in the afternoon and dinner this evening are included.
Day 4 (Experience Hemingway’s Havana & Vintage Car Excursion):
Let’s begin the day with a half-day excursion to places that inspired Ernest Hemingway. We will visit the writer’s home, Finca Vigia, where he wrote For Whome the Bell Tolls in the 1930s. From here we continue to the fishing village of Cojimar, the backdrop for The Old Man and the Sea. We’ll savour a cocktail which is included as a local bar before visiting the 17th century Morro-Cabana, the largest fortress constructed by the Spanish in the New World. Lunch is included today.
In the afternoon, we feel the wind in our hair and a welcome breeze, during a guided excursion of 1950s Havana in a vintage car. Cruising in our car we uncover fascinating sights at Revolution Square, the Malecon and the famous Hotel Nacional, with a stop at this landmark establishment. After our classical car experience, let’s relax and enjoy dinner which is included.
Day 5 (At Leisure In Havana):
Let’s see more, as we explore Havana at our leisure. Strolling through the colourful streetscapes, we can admire the colonial architecture, take some photos, and drink in the unique flavour of this lively and captivating city.
Day 6 (Experience A Cuban Family Farm & Matanzas En Route To Varadero):
After breakfast we check out from our hotel in Havana, and depart by coach for our next destination Varadero.
En route to Varadero, we make a memorable stop at a traditional Cuban family farm nestled amidst lush greenery. Surrounded by a picturesque landscape with an array of trees including fruit and bamboo varieties, this farm is not just a place of agricultural innovation but also a conception for art and culture. Immerse yourself in the charm of this socio-cultural project, where farming meets creativity through their workshop, school, gallery, and locally crafted ceramics made by the very artists who cultivate the land.
Sit back and relax and soak up the country side while we enjoy a typical Cuban lunch and products from the farm.
Our adventure continues with a brief exploration of Matanzas, where we take a short stroll through its scenic streets adorned with monuments and historic landmarks, before heading to our final destination, Varadero.
We have arrived in Varadero! Time to soak up the relaxing atmosphere.
This will be our base for the next four nights, with a hotel stay on a simple all-inclusive basis.
Let’s uncover more of Varadero’s surroundings as we set off on a boat trip, sailing upstream for an hour and enjoying the pristine nature of Cuba. As we float along, we will see lush green shores, crystal waters, mangroves, flora and fauna, and different species of birds, like the Cuban Spoonbill and parrot which are native to these areas.
After the cruise there will be a typical Cuban lunch which is included, with free time to relax, perhaps to take a swim or further explore.
Later in the afternoon, we’ll transfer back to the hotel to spend our evening at leisure.
Day 9 (Relax More In Varadero):
Let’s savour more special moment on this day of leisure, as we embrace Varadero’s white sands, blue waters, and warm weather. If seeking more active pursuits, we can embark on a further sightseeing adventure of our choice, or take in some local shopping.
Day 10 (Transfer To Havana On Panoramic Coastal Route):
This morning we bid farewell to Varadero and travel by coach along the panoramic coastal road back to Havana.
Arrive in the very late afternoon and enjoy the last in Havana, to soak up the Cuban atmosphere.
Day 11 (Return Home From Havana, Cuba):
We say farewell to Havana, Cuba depart for our return flights home after our journey of discovering the highlights of Cuba.
Includes
What’s Included:
Flights & Accommodation
Fully Guided
Transfers
B&B
All Inclusive
