Colonial Cuba
7 nights exploring Cuba's historic heartland
from £895
Day 1:
London to Havana
Fly from London to Havana. On arrival transfer to the famous Nacional De Cuba Hotel for a 2 night stay.
Day 2:
Havana
Today enjoy a city tour of Havana. Designated as a World Heritage site we explore old and new parts of the city.
Day 3:
Che Memorial
After breakfast head out of Havana and drive to the historical heartland of Cuba and the revolution town of Santa Clara. It is here that we visit the memorial to Che Guevara and the museum dedicated to his life. In the afternoon transfer to the colonial town of Sancti Spiritus for a 2 night stay. On arrival enjoy a tour of the town and visit to the local museum.
Day 4:
Sancti Spiritus
Today enjoy time at leisure to explore this interesting town or simply relax in the surroundings of your hotel.
Day 5:
Trinidad
Depart Sancti Spiritus and head to the delightful colonial town of Trinidad. Step back in time as you walk along bumpy cobblestone streets, exploring old colonial buildings, handicraft markets and museums. The town has been carefully restored in parts and is World Heritage listed by UNESCO. Lunch is included in a local restaurant. In the afternoon transfer to the charming city of Cienfuegos for a 2 night stay at the beautifully restored Hotel La Union. Spend the remainder of afternoon exploring the city on a guided tour visiting Tomas Terry Theatre, the cathedral and Jose Marti Park
Day 6:
Cienfuegos
Today visit the Botanical Gardens on the outskirts of Cienfuegos. Over 100 years old, the gardens are home to an array of tropical flora. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant before returning to your hotel.
Day 7:
Jibacoa
Continue to the beautiful and tranquil setting of Jibacoa and the Breezes Jibacoa Resort. Set on a long stretch of powder white sand beach against a backdrop of lush green mountains, this resort is the perfect place to relax after your tour.
Day 8:
Havana/London
Transfer to Havana airport for return overnight flight to London or extend your stay.
» Accommodation
IN BRIEF...
Day 1
Fly London to Havana
Day 2
Havana(B,L)
Day 3
Che Memorial and Sancti Spiritus (B,L)
Day 4
Sancti Spiritus (B)
Day 5
Trinidad (B,L)
Day 6
Cienfuegos (B,L)
Day 7
Jibacoa (B,L,D)
Day 8
Havana to London (B)
B = breakfast; L = lunch; D = dinner.
ACCOMMODATION...
Havana:
2 nights Nacional de Cuba
Sancti Spiritus:
2 nights El Rijo
Cienfuegos:
2 nights La Union
Jibacoa:
1 night Breezes Jibacoa
Important Information...
Transfers:
Havana to Santa Clara: 4 hours by road.
Che Memorial to Sancti Spiritus: 90 mins by road.
Sancti Spiritus to Cienfuegos: 2 hours by road.
Cienfuegos to Jibacoa: 2 hours by road.
Jibacoa to Havana: 60 mins by road.
(please note timings are approximate and given for indication only.)
Group Sizes:
This tour will operate with between 6 and 20 passengers, although usual group sizes are between 6 and 12.
