This journey opens among Havana's colonial streets, classic American cars and Revolution Square, then continues to the tobacco fields of Vinales Valley, the French architecture of Cienfuegos and the historic centre of Trinidad. Santa Clara brings the story of Che Guevara, before days of rest at an all-inclusive beach hotel in Varadero and a final free afternoon back in Havana.
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This Cuba tour begins with a morning arrival in Havana and covers the island in seven nights. The second day is a full tour of Pinar del Rio and the Vinales Valley, and the third day offers an optional Che themed tour of Havana. After Cienfuegos, Trinidad and Santa Clara, one day is kept for rest on the Varadero coast, where the hotel uses an all inclusive concept. The group then returns to Havana for the flight home.
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Old Havana's Streets
UNESCO-protected colonial architecture and classic American cars.
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Vinales Valley
Tobacco fields, Cueva del Indio and the Mural de la Prehistoria.
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Varadero's Beach Resort
White sand beaches at an all-inclusive hotel on the coast.
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Planning your budgetThe Cuban tourist card, arranged by us for 50 USD, and a recommended gratuity averaging 80 USD per person are not included in the tour price. See details →
Starting in Modern Havana, we visit the Vedado district, Revolution Square, Capitolio, Plaza de Armas, Plaza Vieja, Plaza de la Catedral and Plaza San Francisco. We spend the night in Havana at Hotel NH Capri 4 or a similar hotel.
The line shows the order of overnight stops; it is not the actual road or flight path. Map: Natural Earth, GeoNames.
01DAY 1: Istanbul - HavanaOld Havana, Revolution Square and Hemingway's bars.
Havana · night 1
Arriving in Havana
Our THY flight from Istanbul to Havana departs at 02:10 and arrives at 07:45.
We arrive in Havana, the capital of Cuba, in the morning. After passport formalities, we begin a guided city tour combining a panoramic tour and a walk. In UNESCO-protected Old Havana, we see colonial architecture and classic American cars from the 50s and 60s that are still used daily.
Starting in Modern Havana, we visit the Vedado district, Revolution Square, Capitolio, Plaza de Armas, Plaza Vieja, Plaza de la Catedral and Plaza San Francisco.
We pass La Bodeguita del Medio and Floridita, bars that Hemingway frequently visited. We see groups dancing to lively Latin rhythms in the streets and have opportunities to take photos. We have lunch during the tour.
After the tour, we transfer to our hotel. We spend the night in Havana at Hotel NH Capri 4 or a similar hotel.
02DAY 2: HAVANA - PINAR DEL RIO and VINALES VALLEYTobacco fields, Cueva del Indio and Mural de la Prehistoria.
Havana · night 2
Vinales Valley Tour
After breakfast, we set off with our guide on a full-day tour of Pinar del Rio & Vinales Valley. As we head towards the Vinales region, home to Cuba's tobacco fields, we take in the green Caribbean scenery along the way. First, we visit the tobacco fields and a farm where cigars are made using traditional methods. We then view Vinales Valley from Los Jazmines Hill.
We have lunch at a local restaurant called El Palenque. Afterwards, during our visit to Cueva del Indio (Indian Cave), we take a boat ride along the river that runs through the cave. At our next stop, we see Mural de la Prehistoria, an open-air fresco painted on a large rock face. After a short visit to a Cuban family's home, we conclude the tour and return to our hotel in Havana.
We spend the night in Havana at Hotel NH Capri 4 or a similar hotel.
This full-day tour is offered at an extra charge. Lunch is included.
03DAY 3: HAVANA - CHE TOURThe Museum of the Revolution and the Che statue.
Havana · night 3
Following Che's Footsteps
After breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish may join a full-day guided tour themed around Che's Havana.
During the tour, we will follow Che Guevara's footsteps in Havana and visit sites related to the history of the Cuban Revolution. Stops included in the itinerary are the Museum of the Revolution, the neighborhoods where Che lived, the Che statue in Revolution Square, the area around El Cañonazo Fortress, Casa de la Amistad and its surroundings where the rebels gathered, and the murals dedicated to Che in Vedado.
Lunch will be served at a local restaurant during the tour. Guests who wish may enjoy free time in the evening. Overnight accommodation will be in Havana at Hotel NH Capri 4 or a similar hotel.
04DAY 4: HAVANA - CIENFUEGOS - TRINIDADJose Marti Park, Palacio de Valle and Trinidad's streets.
Trinidad · night 4
Cienfuegos to Trinidad
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Cienfuegos. Located on the Caribbean coast, the city is known for its French architecture and peaceful atmosphere. In Cienfuegos, we visit Jose Marti Park, Palacio de Valle and the historic theatre.
After lunch in Cienfuegos, we continue our journey to Trinidad. On arrival, we take a short walking tour of the city centre. In the evening, we check in at our 4-star Brisas Trinidad del Mar hotel, surrounded by nature in a Caribbean setting.
05DAY 5: TRINIDAD - SANTA CLARA - VARADEROChe Guevara's mausoleum, the Armored Train Monument and Varadero's coast.
Varadero · night 5
Santa Clara to Varadero
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Santa Clara. In Santa Clara, a symbolic city of the Cuban Revolution, we visit the mausoleum and museum of revolutionary leader Ernesto Che Guevara, the Armored Train Monument symbolizing the revolution, and the city square.
We have lunch at a local restaurant in Santa Clara. After the tour, we set off for Varadero. During the journey of approximately 4 hours, we make a short photo stop at Cuba's highest highway bridge, located in the Matanzas region.
Upon arrival in Varadero, we check into our beachfront hotel, where meals and drinks are included. We have dinner at the hotel and spend the night there.
We stay at Sol Palmeras 4 or a similar hotel.
06DAY 6: VARADERO - HOLIDAY AND TIME BY THE SEAA free day at the all-inclusive beach resort.
Varadero · night 6
A Day by the Sea
You can spend today relaxing and enjoying your holiday. You can enjoy our hotel's all-inclusive services and swim at the white sandy beaches. If you wish, you can take part in water sports or entertainment activities organized by the hotel.
Dinner and overnight accommodation will be at our hotel.
We will stay at Sol Palmeras 4 or a similar hotel.
07DAY 7: VARADERO - HAVANAThe return transfer to Havana, with free time on arrival.
Havana · night 7
Back to Havana
After breakfast, we check out of our rooms and depart for our return transfer to Havana. The journey will take approximately 2,5 hours. Upon arrival, you will have free time to spend your remaining hours in Havana.
Overnight stay in Havana.
Our hotel will be Hotel NH Capri 4 or similar.
08DAY 8: HAVANA - ISTANBULThe return flight to Istanbul, with a stop in Caracas.
Overnight Flight Home
We check out of the hotel early in the morning and transfer to Havana José Martí International Airport. At 09:10, we begin our return journey to Istanbul on a scheduled Turkish Airlines flight.
The Havana - Istanbul flight makes a short stop in Caracas for refuelling. Passengers remain on board during this stop.
We spend the night on board.
099.DAY: ISTANBUL - ARRIVALLanding in Istanbul closes the 9-day Cuba tour.
Arrival in Istanbul
After our long journey with Turkish Airlines, we arrive at Istanbul Airport at 08:30 in the morning. Our Cuba tour ends here. See you on your next trip.
