This thirteen day tour of Cuba begins in Havana and travels through Cienfuegos, Trinidad, Camaguey, Santiago de Cuba, Santa Clara and Varadero. Havana's old town brings Cathedral Square and the rum museum, Santiago offers Castillo del Morro, and Varadero closes the trip with an all inclusive stretch on the Caribbean coast. A drive through Havana in classic American cars is one of the route's distinctive experiences.
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This 13-day Superior route explores Cuba from coast to coast. After the colonial streets of Havana, the UNESCO-protected cities of Cienfuegos, Trinidad and Camagüey bring their colourful atmosphere, followed by Santiago de Cuba and Santa Clara, both steeped in revolutionary history.
A tasting at the Havana Club Rum Museum, a nostalgic tour in classic American cars, and a visit to a tobacco farm and cave in the Vinales Valley are among the trip's highlights. Two days in Varadero, the jewel of the Caribbean, are set aside for an all-inclusive beach stay.
Accommodation is in 4-star hotels, half-board in Havana and the interior, all-inclusive in Varadero. Flights, accommodation and city tours are included.
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Havana Club Rum Museum
A museum visit that traces the history of rum, with a tasting included.
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Classic American Cars
A two hour private drive through Vedado and Miramar in colourful vintage cars.
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All Inclusive Varadero
Buffet meals and hotel amenities on the Caribbean coast for two days.
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Planning your budgetDeparture tax, lunches and dinners not specified in the programme, personal expenses at the hotels and optional tours are not included in the tour price. The Cuban tourist visa costs 50 USD, and a total of around 100 USD per person is recommended in gratuities for the guide, captain and baggage handling services. See details →
We depart Istanbul at 02:00 on a direct Turkish Airlines flight to Havana. Our first stop is a panoramic tour taking in Havana's landmarks: Revolution Square, site of Fidel Castro's historic speeches, the Malecon seafront, the Capitolio and Central Park, and Paseo del Prado.
The line shows the order of overnight stops; it is not the actual road or flight path. Map: Natural Earth, GeoNames.
01Day 1: Istanbul to HavanaA panoramic tour of Revolution Square, the Malecon and the Capitolio.
Havana · night 1
Arrival in Havana
We depart Istanbul at 02:00 on a direct Turkish Airlines flight to Havana. After roughly 13 hours in the air we land in Havana in the morning. After passport control our private bus takes us into the city centre.
Our first stop is a panoramic tour taking in Havana's landmarks: Revolution Square, site of Fidel Castro's historic speeches, the Malecon seafront, the Capitolio and Central Park, and Paseo del Prado.
After an introductory tour with photo stops, we check into our hotel at the end of the day. Dinner is at the hotel or a local restaurant.
Accommodation: NH Capri (4-star), Havana.
02Day 2: Havana's Old Town and the Rum MuseumCathedral Square, Plaza de Armas and the Havana Club Rum Museum.
Havana · night 2
Havana's Old Town
After breakfast we set out on foot to explore the UNESCO World Heritage streets of Habana Vieja, Old Havana. A guided walk takes in Cathedral Square, Plaza de Armas and Obispo Street, with short stops at legendary bars once frequented by Ernest Hemingway, El Floridita and La Bodeguita del Medio.
Lunch is at a local restaurant serving Cuban cuisine. In the afternoon we visit the Havana Club Rum Museum, learning the history of Cuba's famous drink with a tasting. The evening is free, with an optional classic car tour of Havana available.
Accommodation: NH Capri (4-star), Havana.
03Day 3: Havana to Cienfuegos and TrinidadJose Marti Square, Palacio del Valle and Trinidad's cobbled streets.
Trinidad · night 3
Cienfuegos to Trinidad
After breakfast we check out and head along the Caribbean coast towards Cienfuegos, a journey of about three to three and a half hours.
On arrival we take a city tour of Cienfuegos: Jose Marti Square, Palacio del Valle and the boulevard's theatres. In the afternoon we reach Trinidad, a UNESCO-protected city known for its colourful colonial houses. We walk through Plaza Mayor, the craft market and the cobblestone streets. The evening is free.
Accommodation: Hotel La Ronda (4-star), Trinidad.
04Day 4: Trinidad to Camagüey via Sancti SpiritusPlaza San Juan de Dios and the ceramics and art streets.
Camagüey · night 4
On to Camaguey
After breakfast we leave the hotel and head inland, via Sancti Spiritus, to the city of Camagüey, with a short photo and rest stop along the way.
On arrival in Camagüey we explore Plaza San Juan de Dios, the colourful houses, ceramic workshops and the artisan streets. Dinner is at the hotel.
Accommodation: Gran Hotel Camagüey (4-star).
05Day 5: Camagüey to Santiago de CubaA five hour drive through mountains and tropical valleys to Santiago.
Santiago de Cuba · night 5
Journey to Santiago de Cuba
After breakfast we depart for Santiago de Cuba, an enjoyable journey of about five hours through mountains, tropical valleys and villages.
On arrival in the afternoon we take a city tour: the Revolution Museum, Moncada Barracks, Antonio Maceo Square and a walk through the historic streets. Dinner is at the hotel.
Accommodation: Melia Santiago (4-star).
06Day 6: Santiago, the Morro Fortress and Santa Ifigenia CemeteryCastillo del Morro and Santa Ifigenia Cemetery.
Santiago · night 6
Morro Fortress and Santa Ifigenia
After breakfast our full-day tour begins. We visit Castillo del Morro, a military fortress overlooking the Caribbean Sea, and Santa Ifigenia Cemetery, resting place of leaders including Fidel Castro and Jose Marti.
Lunch is at a local restaurant. In the afternoon we have free time for a walk around Cespedes Square and the city centre.
Accommodation: Melia Santiago (4-star).
07Day 7: Santiago to Santa Clara via BayamoThe Che Guevara Mausoleum and the area around Parque Vidal.
Santa Clara · night 7
The Long Road to Santa Clara
After an early breakfast we set off on a long but culturally rich journey to Santa Clara via Bayamo, with comfortable stops along the way.
In the afternoon we take a city tour of Santa Clara: the Che Guevara Mausoleum, the Armoured Train Monument, and Parque Vidal and its surroundings. Dinner is at the hotel.
Accommodation: La Granjita (4-star), Santa Clara.
08Day 8: Santa Clara to Varadero, an All-Inclusive ParadiseCheck in for an all inclusive stay on the Caribbean coast.
Varadero · night 8
Arrival in Varadero
After breakfast we head to Varadero, the jewel of the Caribbean. After about four hours on the road we arrive at our hotel and check in.
The afternoon is yours to enjoy the hotel's all-inclusive concept: sea, sun and sand at your own pace.
Accommodation: Iberostar Bella Vista (4-star), Varadero.
09Day 9: A Day on the Beach in VaraderoA free day with the pool, the sea and hotel amenities.
Varadero · night 9
A Beach Day in Varadero
After a buffet breakfast the whole day is free. You can take advantage of the hotel's amenities: pool, sea, massage, spa, buffet lunch and dinner, bars and activities.
Accommodation: Iberostar Bella Vista (4-star), Varadero.
10Day 10: Varadero to Havana via VinalesA tobacco farm, the Cueva del Indio cave and a boat tour.
Havana · night 10
Vinales to Havana
After breakfast we head to the Vinales Valley. We visit an organic tobacco farm, take a boat tour through the Cueva del Indio cave, and stop for photos among the natural scenery. Lunch is a traditional meal at the farm.
In the afternoon we return to Havana. The Tropicana Show is optional in the evening.
Accommodation: NH Capri (4-star), Havana.
11Day 11: Havana by Classic Car and Free TimeA private drive through Vedado, Plaza de la Revolucion and Miramar.
Havana · night 11
Havana by Classic Car
After breakfast we take a two-hour private tour in colourful classic American cars, driving through areas such as Vedado, Plaza de la Revolución and Miramar.
The afternoon is free for shopping in Havana. The Tropicana Show or local music events are optional in the evening.
Accommodation: NH Capri (4-star), Havana.
12Day 12: Havana to IstanbulAn overnight flight from Havana via Caracas.
Homeward to Istanbul
Early in the morning we transfer to Havana Airport. Turkish Airlines departs for Istanbul at 08:40 via Caracas. We spend the night on board.
13Day 13: Arrival in IstanbulThe tour ends on arrival in Istanbul after the Caribbean.
Arrival in Istanbul
We land at Istanbul Airport at 09:30. As we leave the magic of the Caribbean behind, our tour comes to an end with unforgettable memories.
STAYS IN 8 CITIES
Where will you stay?
NH Capri 4★ or similar · La Ronda 4★ or similar · Gran Hotel 4★ or similar · Melia Santiago 4★ or similar · La Granjita 4★ or similar · Iberostar Bella Vista 4★
Sold as: 4-star
11 nights
Havana2 nights
Trinidad1 night
Camagüey1 night
Santiago de Cuba1 night
Santiago1 night
Santa Clara1 night
Varadero2 nights
Havana2 nights
STOPS ON THE ROUTE
Places visited
CubaCamagüeyCienfuegosSanta ClaraSantiago de CubaTrinidadVaraderoVinales
WHAT IS IN THE PRICE?
Included and extra costs
✓ Included in the price
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Istanbul - Havana - Istanbul return economy class flight ticket with Turkish Airlines
11 nights accommodation in total in 4 star hotels in all the cities specified in the programme
Half board accommodation (breakfast + lunch or dinner)
All-inclusive hotel accommodation in Varadero (buffet meals, drinks, activities)
All private road transfers between airport - hotel - airport and between cities
Comfortable coach journeys of a maximum of 5-6 hours a day
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad, Camaguey, Santiago, Santa Clara, Vinales and Varadero city tours
Visit to the Havana Club Rum Museum and a rum tasting
Tour of the ceramics workshops and the art street in Camaguey
Visit to Castro's tomb and the Castillo del Morro fortress in Santiago
A tobacco farm, a cave and a boat tour in the Vinales Valley
A special half-day nostalgic drive in classic American cars in Havana
Professional Turkish-speaking guiding service
All the museum and archaeological site entrance fees specified in the programme
Compulsory travel insurance
20 kg - 1 piece (1 PC)
+ Not included in the price
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Departure tax for travel abroad
Cuban tourist visa (obtained by us - it is chargeable, 50 USD)
Lunches and dinners not specified in the programme
Personal expenses at the hotels (minibar, telephone, room service etc.)
Optional tours such as the Cayo Blanco catamaran trip, the Tropicana show and live music evenings
Gratuities (a total of around 100 USD per person is recommended for the guide, captain and baggage handling services)
Overseas travel health insurance (if a policy with extra cover is requested)
Visa: Cuba tourist card (50 USD). As an authorised agency we provide the Cuba tourist card. No documents are needed and the card is handed over before the tour.
Gratuities for the guide, captain and baggage handling · 100 USD · per person
