Cuba and its must-sees
14 days / 13 nights
ARRIVAL IN CUBA
Day 1
Reception of travelers by one of our assistants at the Havana airport, then they will be transferred to their accommodation in a private service.
Stages: Havana.
Dinner: Free.
Accommodation: Casa particular accommodation - Vedado.
DISCOVERING THE CAPITAL
Day 2
Visiting Havana is going into 500 years of history, of America, of Cuba, its Revolution and its present time. Alive, decrepit, restored, but always in harmony with the life of its inhabitants.
Stages: Havana.
Morning: Visit of Havana Autrement
Lunch: Included in the activity.
Afternoon: Continuation of the visit to Havana otherwise.
Dinner: Free.
Accommodation: Family accommodation - Vedado.
Day 3
DANCE THE SALSA IN HAVANA
A fusion of various musical genres, salsa has become one of the most popular dance rhythms in Cuba. Although it was born between Puerto Rico and New York, its origins are derived from Cuban rhythms, mainly the Sound, but also the Cha-cha-cha, the Mambo ... Danced as a couple, the basic step once acquired allows all possible variations and to the limit of the leader's imagination.
Stages: Havana.
Morning: Salsa lesson.
Free lunch.
Free afternoon.
Dinner: free. TO
accommodation: Casa particular accommodation - Vedado.
Day 4
THE PURE OF PINAR DEL RÍO
Tobacco was discovered in Cuba by Christopher Columbus during his first trip to America. The Taino Indians, native to the island, used it during religious ceremonies. The tobacco industry developed in the 19th century, mainly thanks to the Spanish. At that time, Napoleón, among others, smoked cigars, and to this day generations have followed one another to sing the praises of the Habano, the best cigar in the world. Like the great French wines, the cigar would be nothing without the land, the climate and the people. This local activity is concentrated in a few hectares in the province of Pinar del Río, between San Luis and San Juan y Martínez.
Stages: Pinar del Río.
Tomorrow: Travel between Havana and Pinar del Río for the Encounter with a Veguero activity.
Lunch: Included in the activity.
Afternoon: Continuation of the activity. On the way to Viñales.
Dinner: free.
Accommodation: Family accommodation.
Day 5
AMONG THE MOGOTES DE VIÑALES
Listed as a UNESCO cultural heritage, the Viñales Valley stands out for the conservation of its terrestrial ecosystems, the practice of manual agriculture and the typical music of the valley.
Stages: Viñales. Day off.
Accommodation: Accommodation in a private house.
Day 6
THE CENOTES OF THE CIENAGA DE ZAPATA
The Ciénaga de Zapata Natural Park is above all a protected natural sanctuary. Several farms that breed the prehistoric fish Manjuari, witness to the passage from gill to lung respiration. Crossing paths covered by vegetation, you will discover the endemic flora and fauna to reach a cenote, a natural pool in which you can swim and that responds to the curious name of Cuba-Czechoslovakia ...
Stages: La Ciénaga de Zapata.
Morning: Departure to the Ciénaga de Zapata.
Free lunch.
Afternoon: Panoramic activity Ciénaga de Zapata.
Dinner: free.
Accommodation: Accommodation in a private house.
Day 7
DIVING IN SEARCH OF THE LIONFISH
The Ciénaga de Zapata is a natural park cataloged by UNESCO and is the site of numerous migratory birds, it covers an immense territory of marshes on the outskirts of the Caribbean coast. It was also the scene of the Bay of Pigs landing. The cenotes (interlocking rock plates) make it an exceptional dive site. The lionfish, a cousin of the Rascasse, has invaded the Antilles like a plague. Its only predator is humans, it is allowed to fish and it is found on the restaurant menu. However, sometimes you have to descend as low as 30 meters to hunt it.
Stages: La Ciénaga de Zapata.
Morning: Lionfish spearfishing activity.
Lunch: Included in the activity.
Afternoon: Drive between Ciénaga de Zapata and Cienfuegos.
Dinner: free.
Accommodation: Casa particular accommodation.
Day 8
CIENFUEGOS, DISCOVERY OF A FRENCH CITY
Cienfuegos is one of the last cities built in Cuba. It was created by French immigrants from the southern United States. Its rectilinear and airy architecture is representative of its origins. Located at the bottom of one of the largest bays in Cuba, it has a coastal influence, like a port. The Terry Theater, the Paseo del Prado, the terrace overlooking Punta Gorda of the magnificent Palacio del Valle bear witness to a rich past.
Stages: Cienfuegos.
Tomorrow: Panoramic Tour of Cienfuegos.
Free lunch.
Afternoon: transfer between Cienfuegos and Trinidad.
Dinner: free. Afternoon: Night in the streets of Trinidad.
Accommodation: Accommodation in a private house.
Day 9
TRINIDAD AND THE VALLEY OF THE WITNESSES ON HORSEBACK
Trinidad is listed as a World Heritage Site for the landscape offered by the Valle de los Ingenios. In the mid-18th century, no less than 150 farms participated in the country's main economy, the production of cane sugar. Nothing remains of this golden age in the valley, except a superb nature always favorable for the cultivation of sugarcane. Traveling on horseback through these wide open spaces places the traveler in the atmosphere of a past.
Stages: Trinidad.
Morning: Visit the Sugar Valley on horseback.
Lunch: Included in the activity. Free afternoon.
Dinner: free
Afternoon: Night in the streets of Trinidad.
Accommodation: Accommodation in a private house.
Day 10
SANTA CLARA, THE CITY OF CHE
It is Che, by order of Fidel Castro, who will be in charge of taking Santa Clara and thus giving the coup de grace to the Batista government. We are at the end of 1958. After stopping at the University with his column of Barbudos, Che decides to climb the Cerro del Capiro to plan his attack. It will be the derailment of the train that was carrying about 25,000 soldiers of the regular army. Eventually they will surrender and, 8 days later, Fidel entered Havana triumphantly. Visiting Santa Clara is traveling through the pages of history that definitely changed the island's destiny.
Stages: Santa Clara.
Morning: Road to Santa Clara and visit of Santa Clara Autrement.
Lunch: Included in the activity. Afternoon: Continuation of the visit to Santa Clara Autrement.
Dinner: At the accommodation (included).
Accommodation: Accommodation in a private house.
Day 11
REMEDIES, ITS WHITE GOLD AND ITS PARRADAS
This authentic town, north of Villa Clara, survived during the 18th century thanks to exchanges with privateers and pirates, especially French. There are still names like the Hôtel Mascotte or the Café du Louvre. This town full of legends and preserved from tourism is famous today for its December 24 and the celebration of the Las Parrandas (national heritage) festivities. This event is presented during a visit to their secret workshops. The Museum of the Sugar Industry presents a plant that is currently closed, as well as a magnificent collection of steam locomotives, witnesses of the main commercial activity in Cuba for several centuries.
Stages: Remadios. Morning: Transfer to Remedios and visit Remedios Autrement.
Lunch: Included in the activity.
Afternoon: Continuation of the visit to the Autrement of Santa Clara.
Dinner: Included.
Accommodation: Accommodation in a private house.
Day 12
ARRIVAL TO CAYO SANTA MARIA
The hotel is built in Cayo Ensenachos, where some of the most exclusive beaches in Cuba are located. This is an all-inclusive hotel-club near the two white sand beaches, Mégano and Ensenachos. It offers a wide variety of restaurants, spa and relaxation areas.
Stages: Cayo Santa María.
Tomorrow: Travel to Cayo Santa María.
Free lunch.
Afternoon: Installation in the hotel room from 4 pm
Dinner: Included.
Accommodation: Hotel by the sea - All-inclusive package.
Day 13
LEISURE OR FISHING IN THE HIGH SEA
For this last day in Cayo Santa María, it is possible to enjoy this paradisiacal place in several ways: the idleness that we like on vacation to let ourselves go and enjoy doing nothing ... or opt for a deep sea fishing session! Accompanied by a guide specialized in sport fishing, in specific environmental conditions for rockfish fishing. In an almost virgin domain, with shallow waters and coral areas, fans will discover this sport in a preserved place in the Caribbean. Depending on the season, fishing for marlin, snapper, baracuda, bonito ...
Stages: Cayo Santa María.
Free morning.
Lunch included.
Free afternoon.
Dinner: Included.
Accommodation: Hotel by the sea - All-inclusive package.
Day 14
RETURN TO HAVANA FOR ONE LAST MOJITO
There are a few hours left for a last swim in the sea and then drive to Havana. One last Mojito will allow us to share your feelings with our team during your stay. Boarding for the return flight.
Stages: Havana. Free morning.
Lunch: Included (depending on the time of the return flight).
Afternoon: Transfer between Cayo Santa María and Havana. Pause for a last Mojito and exchange with the trip organizer. Transfer to the Havana airport according to flight schedules.
Dinner: Included in the flight.
Afternoon: Night flight (Not included). Arrival in Europe the next morning