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Cuba Art History & Culture

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1,139

/ person
  • 6 Days

Cuba Art History & Culture

Travel on this exquisite trip to one of the most beautiful Islands in the Caribbean, Cuba. For 6 days and 5 nights enjoy a wonderful colorful and rhythmic world of Cuba. Learn about the incredible history, arts, culture and cuisine. You'll be visiting one of the most well kept secrets and largest island in the Caribbean. The perfect island for a romantic getaway with music, rhythm, whitesand beaches, colorful buildings and classics from the 40s and 50

Welcome to Havana, Cuba!

Arrive at the International Airport Jose Marti, after exiting customs and collecting all your bags our Cuban Tour Guide and expert will give you a brief introduction of Cuba and what to expect over the next 7 days. You'll soon discover that Cuba is a time-capsule and your mind will be stimulated with music, colors, people and classic architecture and classic cars. Once dropped off at your hotel and settle your guide will take you to a local restaurant for your welcome dinner and give your palate an introduction to delicious Cuban cuisine. Make sure you ask your guide and driver about their life in Cuba and local traditions. Read more

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Walk the streets of Old Havana

Get your cameras ready, put on your walking shoes and welcome to the colorful Old Cuba, where every street is filled with classic cars from the 30s, 40s, 50s, colonial buildings, colorful homes, and Afrocentric rhythms. UNESCO-Recognized “Habana Vieja” as a historic center, learning about the history, architecture and traditions and stop at some local shops and art galleries. You will visit Plaza de Armas, Plaza San Francisco, Plaza Vieja and Plaza de la Catedral all iconic squares in Havana many date back to early 1500's. Don't miss the opportunity to meet local street artist, music bands and dancers who will be more than happy to share a bit of their history and passion of their Cuban culture. At lunch we will stop at one of the classic restaurant in Old Havana Doña Eutemia where you will be welcome by a happy staff, fantastic mojitos and exquisite food. Following lunch we will visit local art galleries, and crafts market to meet with local artists and learn about the techniques they use to make remarkable crafts. Soon you will return to your hotel for some rest. The evening will be celebrated by being part of the "CAÑONAZO DE LAS NUEVE" 9:00 pm Cannon Shot. During colonial times, the cannon was used to announce that opened and closed the doors of the walls , the historian Emilio Roig said , ” forming a huge belt of stone, surrounded and defended as impregnable fortresses of his time, the primitive , modest, simple , patriarchal and small town of San Cristobal de La Habana. Read more

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El Malecon & Music Show

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, the guide will be picking you guys up for a tour of the other side of Havana, you'll visit the Classic Bar where the Daiquiri was invented "FLORIDITA" La Cuna del Daiquiri. Visit Museums such as Museo de La Revolución an iconic building remembering the fight of the Cuban people. You'll walk long the Malecon an incredible retaining wall along the Vedado area of Havana. as you drive around Havana, you'll see many important areas of the city, such us, Plaza de la Revolución which is the most important center for political talks and cultural celebrations. It is here at the Plaza de la Revolución where many iconic personalities of Cuban history delivered their monumental speeches. The monuments of Cuba's national hero Jose Marti, revolutionary heroes such as Camilo Cienfuegos and Che Guevara are also found. Your last night in Havana will end up with a classic Cuban Music show in Old Havana Breakfast and Lunch included. Read more

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Visit Hicacos Peninsula, Varadero

Welcome to Varadero, home to the number one beach in Cuba. You'll settle in an all-inclusive Hotel with all the modern amenities. You can either spend your day at the resort or visit some of the local points of interest. Cueva de Ambrosio (Ambrosio Cave) Series of historic caves with ancient art, various geological features & many resident bats. The cave is only a few minutes from the hotel. Read more

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Visit Hicacos Peninsula, Varadero

Enjoy your last day in Varadero. Take the city bus to visit Downtown Varadero. Once in town visit "El Ranchon" for a great sea food platter, just across the street of the largest artisan market in town. The town has many great little restaurants, coffee shops plenty of things to see, many shops, bars and lots of opportunity to converse with the locals. Read more

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Until Next Time Cuba

We hope you have enjoyed your visit to Cuba, one of the most iconic and beautiful countries in the Caribbean. You'll be picked up from the Hotel by noon and take the 2 hour journey back to Havana. If time permits we can stop for a few more pictures, food or last minute shopping. You'll be dropped off at the airport 2 hours before your flight. Read more

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ACCOMMODATIONS

Day in trip
Location
Hotel
Day 1
Location Havana
Day 4
Location Memories Hotel
Hotel Varadero
Day in trip
Location
Hotel
Day 1
Location Havana
Hotel NH Capri
Day 4
Location Varadero
Day in trip
Location
Hotel
Day 1
Location Old Havana
Day 4
Location Varadero

TRIP PACKAGE

Package includes

  • Local Tour director
  • Cuban Driver & Transportation
  • Cuban Bilingual Guide
  • Activities as indicated in your itinerary
  • Meals as indicated in your itinerary
  • Meals as indicated in the itinerary
  • 3 nights accommodations in Havana hotel
  • 2 nights accommodations in Varadero hotel
  • Break (B) Lunch (L) Dinner (D) as indicated in your itinerary

Package excludes

  • Tips for housekeeping personnel
  • Tips for Tour director, guide or drivers
  • Travel insurance
  • Dinner not included unless specified in your itinerary
  • Arrival and departure times outside of the group flight and departures
  • Extra luggage fees
  • Not responsible for any missing, lost or stolen items

More information

  • Cuban Visa can be purchase at an additional fee via Cuban Visa Services you must have your flight details, Flight Number, Confirmation number arrival and departure dates. Cost is $50 + $40 processing fee for USA residents only.
  • In Cuba, cash is king, and for spending money, you will need to bring cash to exchange, as your debit and credit cards will not work. There are 2 official
  • currencies in Cuba:
  • Cuban Peso Convertible (CUC) Value: CUC1 = US$1.00
  • Cuban Peso (CUP or Moneda Nacional M.N) Value: CUP24 = CUC1
  • The exchange rates of these currencies are fixed by the Cuban Government, and can change at any time. The ‘local’ Cuban Peso has very limited use, especially for travelers, and is mostly used for transactions between locals. What’s confusing for travelers is that the Cubans call both currencies ‘pesos’, so make sure they are giving you the price in CUC (“coo"), also called “convertibles”
  • Unless you have a Credit Card from another country other than the USA you can’t use cash.

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