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Ultimate Cuba - Group Tour
Included Services
- 18 Highlights in 21 Days: Havana, Las Terrazas, Soroa, Viñales, Cayo Levisa, Santa Clara, Cienfuegos, Trinidad, Strand Playa Ancón, Nationalpark Topes de Collantes, Bayamo, Sierra Maestra, El Cobre, Santiago de Cuba, Baracoa, Humboldt Nationalpark, Guardalavaca
- 15 nights in hotels with a 2-4* standard, 5 nights in private accommodation
- 13x breakfast, 6x lunch, 4x dinner, 1x all-inclusive
- many activities included, for example city tours, guided hikes, tobacco factory, boat tour, excursions to the beach etc.
- from $ 2,760 CAD
If you really want to get to know a place then it's best to take your time travelling through it. On this intensive 3 week tour you'll become completely immersed in Cuban culture. This really is a Cuba adventure tour, if there ever was one! Your adventure will begin in Havana, and then we'll take you westward, to the lush Viñales Valley. After spending a few days there, we'll take you back to Central Cuba. Afterwards you’ll travel to the pristine eastern coast of the country for a mix of culture, nature, and beaches. After more activities in the beautiful Cuban countryside, your trip will end in Guardalavaca. More information you can find in our detailed itinerary.
Route of the group tour "Ultimate Cuba"
Experience Cuban diversity with our Ultimate Cuba group tour. This trip includes fun physical activities like hiking and swimming, as well as visits to important cultural and historic sites.
Accommodation during your tour will also be delightfully varied. You'll stay in a comfortable 4-star hotel in Havana, an all-inclusive beach hotel in Guardalavaca, and also spend some nights in private homes and others in mid-range hotels. Needless to say, a diverse and exciting adventure awaits you in Cuba!
Below you’ll find the day-by-day breakdown for our Ultimate Cuba tour.
Accommodation during your tour will also be delightfully varied. You'll stay in a comfortable 4-star hotel in Havana, an all-inclusive beach hotel in Guardalavaca, and also spend some nights in private homes and others in mid-range hotels. Needless to say, a diverse and exciting adventure awaits you in Cuba!
Below you’ll find the day-by-day breakdown for our Ultimate Cuba tour.
These highlights are waiting for you on this tour
- Called the 'Rainbow of Cuba'
- Soroa Orchid Garden
- Picturesque Waterfall
- Cuba’s Third Oldest City
- Well-Preserved Colonial Architecture
- UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- First settlement in Cuba
- Surrounded by the Sierra del Purial
- Close to the table mountain "El Yunque"
Itinerary
Welcome to Cuba! We can arrange a transfer to the hotel for you (optional) or you can organise transportation yourself.
Hotel in Havana, 4* Standard
Meet your guide and group at 8:30 am in the hotel lobby. Your guide will then take you on a walking tour of the historic Old Town of Havana – La Habana Vieja. Havana's old town was declared a UNESCO world heritage site in 1982. The atmosphere of bygone days is still present in the streets. Walking through Havana makes you feel as if you have been sent back in time. You will visit the Havana Club Rum Museum and get to know the modern part of Havana in the afternoon. Look forward to a delicious dinner at one of Havana's local restaurants.
Hotel in Havana, 4* Standard Breakfast, Dinner
On the third day of your tour you will go an excursion to the fortress "Fortaleza de San Carlos de la Cabaña". The impressive fortress was built by the Spanish and completed in 1774. Not only Che Guevara used it as a Headquarter. Che Guevara used the fortress as a Headquater. You will have a great view around the bay of Havana. After the visit of the fortress you will continue to the town Cojimar, where you will have lunch in a Restaurant. After lunch you will continue to the Playas del Este where you can relax on the beach or swim in the ocean.
Hotel in Havanna, 4* Standard Breakfast, lunch
Today you will leave Havana and head to the Las Terrazas community and nature reserve. The community is located in the majestic Sierra del Rosario mountain range. Forestry and ecotourism are the main industries in this spectacularly beautiful area. After exploring this rural community, nestled in a natural paradise, you will head for sunny Soroa.
Hotel in Soroa, 2* Standard Breakfast
After breakfast you will head to Cuba's famous tobacco region. Your first stop is Pinar del Rio where you will visit a tobacco factoy and see how the cuban cigars are produced. Then continue to Viñales, this beautifully quaint town is located amid green tobacco fields and monumental limestone hills known as Mogotes. You will visit the stunning natural cave of Cueva del Indio and have lunch together. Spend the night at a casa particular.
Casa Particular in Viñales Breakfast, Lunch
This morning we will take you to the spectacular Cayo Levisa. This beautiful beach is close by and it´s the perfect place for rest and relaxing. You can spend all day swimming and snorkeling. You will have lunch on the island.
Casa Particular in Viñales Lunch
Todays destination is Santa Clara, where we will visit the famous Che Guevara museum. You will also see the Tren Blindado Monument. Dinner at the hotel.
Hotel in Santa Clara, 3* Standard Dinner
Today we are heading to the delightful city of Cienfuegos. It is one of the most beautiful and liveliest cities in all of Cuba. The Palacio de Valle, with its gothic, Venetian and neoclassical architectural influences is one of Cienfuegos’s jewels. You will visit Cienfuegos on a guided tour.
Hotel in Cienfuegos, 4* Standard Breakfast, Dinner
Today we will take you to the abundant botanical garden of Cienfuegos and finally head to the spirited city of Trinidad. Once in Trinidad enjoy an informative city tour strolling through this colorful colonial city.
Casa Particular in Trinidad Breakfast
After breakfast you will leave Trinidad for an excursion to the national park Topes de Collantes. Enjoy the beautiful nature on a hike on the Guanayara Trail and learn about the endemic Flora and Fauna. There will be the possibility to swim, so don´t forget to take you swimsuit. After returning to Trinidad spend the evening as you wish. We highly recommend to visit the Casa de la Trova where you can listen to cuban live-music.
Casa Particular in Trinidad
In the morning you will get to know the Cubans' passion during a Salsa dance course. The rest of the day is set aside for enjoying Ancon beach. There are lots of optional activities including diving, snorkelling, and catamaran tours. You can choose to go on an excursion or simply spend the day relaxing on the sand, in the sun.
Casa Particular in Trinidad
Today you will drive to Camagüey. On your way you will drive through sugar cane plantations and stop at the watchtower of Torre Iznaga, which was formerly used to oversee slaves labouring in the sugarcane fields. Nowadays, tourists can walk up the 560 m high tower and enjoy a great view of the beautiful surrounding fields. Once in Camagüey, you will explore the city from a new perspective as you take a tour in a bike-taxi. The architecture in Camagüey is known for having its own distinct style. Spend the evening as you please.
Hotel in Camagüey, 2* Standard
The small town of Bayamo awaits! Enjoy the quietness of this authentic Cuban town as you explore it on a guided walking tour.
Hotel in Bayamo, 3* Standard Breakfast
After an early breakfast we will leave to Villa Santo Domingo from where we will go on with Jeeps until we will start our hike to the "Comandancia de la plata". It was a headquater of the rebels during the revolution. Before you return to Bayamo you will have lunch together.
Hotel in Bayamo, 3* Standard Breakfast, Lunch
It’s time to leave the Sierra Maestra Mountains behind and head for Santiago de Cuba, also known as the second capital of Cuba. On your way you will stop at the pilgrimage church of El Cobre, which is located on a mountain overlooking the valley. After arriving in Santiago de Cuba - the city of music and dance - we recommend to visit the Casa de la Trova where you can use your recently learnt Salsa skills.
Hotel in Santiago de Cuba, 5* Standard Breakfast
Through a tour of Santigo de Cuba, you'll learn everything about the most lively city on the island. Nestled amongst a unique natural backdrop of a turqoise-blue sea, lush mountains and small beach bays, you will marvel at the sights. And due to its proximity to Jamaica and Haiti, it is known for its Caribbean flair of welcoming visitors with open arms. You will see the Castillo El Morro, the cemetery Santa Ifigenia and the Moncada museum.
Hotel in Santiago de Cuba, 5* Standard Breakfast
From Santiago de Cuba you will drive along the wild and romantic Cuban coastline, along the famous Pass La Farola, to the sleepy little coastal town of Baracoa. You will visit the Rio Toa River and have lunch surrounded by the spectacular landscape.
Hotel in Baracoa, 3* Standard Breakfast, Lunch
Today you will go on a Hike through the Humboldt National Park. Enjoy untouched nature and stunning views on the guided hike. Again don´t forget to take you swimsuit you will have the possibility to swim. Spend the evening as you wish.
Hotel in Baracoa, 3* Standard Breakfast, Lunch
The coastal paradise of Guardalavaca awaits you! After the drive and checking in to your hotel you will have the whole day to enjoy the beach or explore the surroundings.
Hotel in Guardalavaca, 4* Standard All-inclusive
There are many wonderful things about Cuba but the beaches are still, quite possibly, the best! There are no activities scheduled for the day, so you will have a change to enjoy the sandy coastline and the turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea!
Hotel in Guardalavaca, 4* Standard All-inclusive
Today is the last day of your tour. We can drive you to the airport if you would like (optional) or you can arrange your own transportation. We would be delighted to help you extend your stay in Cuba and book more nights for you with one of our add-ons if you’re still not quite ready to head home. See you next time!
Breakfast
Services
Included
- 15 nights in hotels (1x all-inclusive)
- 5 nights in Casa Particulares
- 13x breakfast, 6x lunch, 4x dinner
- All described transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
- Qualified English-speaking guide
- City tour in Havana, incl. rum museum
- Visit of Las Terrazas
- Visit of a tobacco factory in Pinar del Río
- Visit of the "Cueva del Indio"
- Excursion to the island Cayo Levisa
- Visit of the Che Guevara mausoleum
- City tour in Cienfuegos and Trinidad
- Hike in the Nationalpark Topes de Collantes
- Visit of the slave tower Torre Iznaga
- City tour in bike-taxi in Camagüey
- City tour in Bayamo
- Guided hike in the Sierra Maestra
- Stop at the church El Cobre
- City tour in Santiago de Cuba
- Hike in the Humboldt Nationalpark
- Beachstay in Guardalavaca
Not Included
- International flights to/from Cuba
- Transfers in/out: booking available on request
- Cuba Entry Card (tourist visa): booking available on request
- Optional offers/activities and services
- Travel Insurance
- Tips and gratuities
Important Information
- *Casas Particulares are private houses of Cuban locals, who offer rooms to tourists. On request they are happy to cater you with a delicious breakfast (5-6 CUC) or even a lunch and dinner (10-12 CUC each). Let them know at your arrival.
- We guarantee the operation of every group with one booked client
- Maximum group size: 18 people
- Visa and vaccination requirements and general information about country and people of Cuba
- Solo travellers can request a room shared room with another person of the same sex
- If we can't find another solo traveller who wants to share a room, the single room supplement needs to be paid
- If you want to book a domestic flight within Cuba, we are happy to support you
Prices and Dates of the group tour "Ultimate Cuba"
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Optional Extras:
- Cuba Entry Card (tourist visa): $ 30 CAD
- Transfer IN/OUT optional:
- Havana Airport - Havana Hotel
- ONE WAY Price per transfer: $ 40 CAD (1-3pax), $ 52 CAD (4-6pax)
- Hotel Guardalavaca - Holguin Airport
- ONE WAY Price per transfer: $ 80 CAD (1-3pax), $ 100 CAD (4-6pax)