Unforgettable Cuban Cities
Visit three of Cuba’s most beautiful cities on this 6-night program. The capital city of Havana is filled with remarkable architecture and great cultural activities. In Cienfuegos you’ll see the French influence in its buildings, while Trinidad’s colonial charm will leave a lasting impression. Get to know Cuba while staying in bed and breakfasts and interacting with the owners and their families.
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TRIP HIGHLIGHTS
- Spend 4 nights in Havana and 2 nights in Trinidad in casa particulares (bed and breakfasts)
- Embark on a walking tour through Old Havana
- Visit the Cuban Fine Arts Museum as well as Hemingway’s former Home, Finca Vigia
- Learn about community projects in Cuba on an interactive visit
- Enjoy a car ride in an American Antique for a panoramic tour of Havana
- Visit the Morro Castle overlooking the beautiful bay of Havana
- Spend time in the colonial city of Trinidad, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Visit Cienfuegos and the Tomas Terry Theater, dating back to the 1880’s
- Savor Cuban cuisine during various included lunches and dinners
Itinerary
Day 1
- Arrival in Havana International Airport, transfer to the hotel.
- Brief meeting with the Tour Guide and driver to go over the program.
- Panoramic tour of Havana, where you will see some of the city's emblematic places, like the 18th century University, one of America's oldest; the inviting Malecón; the time witnessed Paseo del Prado and the eye- catching Capitol. There will be a stop to take pictures at the Revolution Square.
- Lunch at a local paladar, with time to interact with the owner and staff over their Cuban cuisine.
- Visit to the art studio of Cuban painter Jose Fúster, to learn about his work and the importance of his community Project.
- Check in at the hotel.
- American antique cars ride towards the restaurant. The drivers will proudly and gladly answer your questions on how they keep these rolling museum pieces up and running and in such good shape!
- Welcome dinner at a local restaurant, including a classic Daiquirí cocktail. Return to the hotel.
Day 2
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- This morning start with an Old Havana City tour. The main city squares will be visited and your guide will tell you about their history and architecture, and provide details on the present Cuban reality. You will have several stops to talk to locals and vendors present in the area.
- Visit to the best Cuban handicrafts market, San José, with time to interact with artists and vendors, and know about their art and challenges.
- Lunch at a local restaurant, and time to walk around the area to interact with local shopkeepers and residents.
- Return to the hotel.
Day 3
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Meeting with an expert at the Fine Arts Museum. Visit to some of the Museum exhibits. Exchange with the staff to know about Cuban art projects today.
- Departure for the Hemingway Museum. During this interesting stop, you will learn about the life and work of the famous American writer, and his relationship with and love for Cuba.
- Lunch at a local paladar, thoughtfully decorated with Hemingway's life and work, and located in the town that inspired the author to write his Pulitzer Prize winning novel The Old Man and the Sea.
- Visit to the Hotel Nacional de Cuba. The guided tour through the hotel will allow you to know about its history, architecture and all the famous people that have visited it, depicted in its Hall of Fame.
- Return to the hotel.
- Time at leisure in the evening. Your tour guide will gladly offer suggestions about places you shouldn't miss while in Havana.
Day 4
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Visit to the Morro Castle, a spectacular historic monument with amazing history and views over the city. Don't forget your cameras!
- Visit to a neighborhood community project to learn how it changes the lives of children in the community.
- Lunch at a local restaurant.
- Visit to an art gallery for an interactive and cultural exchange with artists.
- Return to the hotel.
- Departure for a local paladar (privately-owned restaurant), where you will enjoy a delicious Cuban dinner.
Day 5
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Departure towards the colonial city of Trinidad, a place frozen in time and declared a World Heritage site in 1988.
- Stop along the way for snacks and a restroom break.
- Arrival in the city of Cienfuegos. Don't miss the Tomás Terry Theater with its gold leaf mosaics and ceiling frescoes. A walking tour around historic and architectural sites will give you the opportunity to interact with residents and vendors.
- Lunch at a local restaurant.
- On the road again towards Trinidad, through scenic landscapes and sea views.
- Check in at the hotel.
- Time at leisure in the evening, a wonderful opportunity to have your first impressions of the city.
Day 6
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Walking tour around the colonial city of Trinidad; learn about its history and architecture, stopping in people's shops or homes. The city is like a living museum!
- Stop at La Canchánchara Bar, where you will learn about Cuban music and traditional rhythms over their local drink.
- Visit to the studio of ceramist Chichi Santander. He and his family will teach you about the art of pottery-making and their traditional methods.
- Time at leisure for lunch on your own and further exploration around a city you will never forget.
- Return to the hotel.
- Farewell dinner in one of the city's most popular paladars
Day 7
- Breakfast at the hotel.
- Departure transfer towards the Cienfuegos International Airport
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