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Habana Colonial
from $72.36 per person |
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If you are into history, architecture and culture, this tour will suit your expectations. Havana historic center, which was declared Humanity’s Heritage in 1982, is something you should not miss.
After being picked up in acclimatized buses at the hotel, you are going to make a stop at the Bacunayagua Bridge: a viewpoint with one of the most amazing views of Cuba’s western region.
For those who are fans of history, the visit to the Historical Park Morro-Cabaña will be an unforgettable experience. La Cabaña Fortress and El Morro Castle are both symbols of Cuba’s capital; both marvelous and well preserved fortifications that were built to protect the metropolis from enemies. It is a great place to enjoy and learn about Cuban history. Enjoy the outstanding view of Havana City and its port from the lighthouse of El Morro Castle. Explore metropolitan and modern Havana, where there are several places of interest with historical values such as the ancient Presidential Palace, now Museum of the Revolution. This building was the official residence of the presidents of the neocolonial republic from 1929 onwards. The stroll to Central Park gives you the chance to live the dynamic social scene that has been developed around the park.
A fascinating proposal of this tour is the Revolution Square, an emblematic site that has become scenario of many political, social and cultural events where the Cuban people participate. It is at the same time the headquarters of the José Martí’s Memorial, which is Cuba’s National Hero. In addition you’ll visit the University of Havana, a House of High Studies and a majestic edification full of events and history. A must-see attraction in this tour is the National Capitol, a replica of the Capitol building in Washington that lodged the House of Representatives and the Senate. Relax while drinking a daiquiri at internationally famous Floridita Bar, where the writer Ernest Hemingway used to go to enjoy this legendary and delicious cocktail. There’ll be a pause for lunch in a typical Havana restaurant.
Then the tour features a stroll through Old Havana, one of Cuba’s most important tourist destinations with historical, architectural, cultural and even commercial significance. It includes several places to catch the nice atmosphere of the colonial Havana, such as the Old Square and The Weapons Square, where the streets are full of pigeons like beautiful guardians of the square. If you are interested in incorporating culture to your vacation, don’t miss the visit to the Museum of the city and to the General Captains Palace. Moreover, you’ll stop at the notorious restaurant La Bodeguita del Medio, a temple of the Creole cuisine and the mojito, with a bohemian decoration where the walls are full of pictures, drawings and the visitors’ signatures. There’ll be spare time in the crafts fair.
Frequency: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. Arrival: 19:30 hrs
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Havana Pinar Overnight
from $171.72 per person |
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Find out the charms of the Western region of Cuba, a beautiful and interesting territory, where nature and history stand out. Discover an impressive landscape at the viewpoint of Bacunayagua Bridge, a unique and wonderful place for your enjoyment. Gazing at Havana city from the Morro Cabaña Park’s lighthouse will be a captivating moment as well. Feeling like going back in time? Take a city tour on old cars from the 50s, where you’ll explore Metropolitan and Modern Havana. Here, you will feel a harmonious blending of the past and present, live its history and marvel at its architecture. The Museum of The Revolution, former Presidential Palace of an impressive style, the lively Central Park, the Revolution Square with its political and historical traditions, the National Capitol with its monumental statues and resemblance of the North American Capitol’s façade, are symbols of this fascinating city, which was declared Humanity’s Heritage in 1982. Approach to the University of Havana, one of the most distinguished House of High Studies in the island. Make a stop at Floridita Bar, where the famous novelist Ernest Hemingway used to go to enjoy the legendary and delicious daiquirí. A pause for lunch in a typical Havana restaurant is included in this tour.
Take a walk through Old Havana to discover the famous spots that make it unique. While exploring interesting places with historical and architectural values like the Old Square, the Cathedral Square and The Weapons Square you’ll find the signs of Havana’s colonial epoch. Visit the Museum of the city and the General Captains Palace to unfold the mysteries of its history.
Enjoy the visit to the notorious restaurant La Bodeguita del Medio, a temple of the Creole cuisine and the mojito, that has a bohemian decoration with walls full of pictures, drawings and visitors’ signatures. Lodging in half pension in a 4-stars hotel is available.
On your second day, after your breakfast you’ll departure to Pinar del Río, the province where the best tobacco in Cuba is grown, and it’s also a place privileged by the wealth, variety and excellent conservation of its flora and fauna. A brief stop will be made at the km 120 in the road to watch the scenery.
Enjoy the panoramic tour of Pinar del Rio city, while appreciating the Habanos, one of the most recognized cigars in the world, at the Tobacco Factory. A paradise for ecology and nature lovers is Viñales Valley, declared by UNESCO World’s Cultural Landscape. Appreciate the uniqueness of the Prehistory Mural, with paintings of prehistoric animals that should have lived in the valley more than 60 million years ago. Another interesting place to visit in Viñales is the Indian Cave, which can be traveled by walking or by boat through its underground waters. A visit to a tobacco plantation and a lunch in a typical restaurant of the zone are also included in the excursion.
Frequency: Tuesday and Thursday Arrival: 19:30 hrs Minimum: 10 pax
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Habana Tropicana
from $145.80 per person |
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Discover one of the most beautiful landscapes of the western region of Cuba at the viewpoint of Bacunayagua Bridge, a unique place to photograph. While strolling through Cojímar’s locality visit Las Terrazas Restaurant and a Monument to the famous North American writer Ernest Hemingway.
Enjoy visiting the principal attractions of Metropolitan and Modern Havana, where interesting places stand out for its historic significance like the Museum of Revolution, former Presidential Palace, the Central Park, the Revolution Square, the University of Havana and the National Capitol.
Tradition, history, architecture and culture are part of the legacy of these special spots. Feel the presence of Hemingway in the internationally well-known Floridita Bar, where he used to enjoy the luscious daiquirí. Have lunch in a local restaurant, and then promenade yourself through Old Havana and its architecture that always seduces travelers.
Admire the colonial atmosphere of this part of the city, where the Old Square, the Cathedral Square and The Weapons Square are jewels of Cuban architecture. Marvel at the Museum of the city and the General Captains Palace.
Get in touch with Cuban culinary roots while visiting the Bodeguita del Medio restaurant, where the creole food and the mojito are popular among tourists and locals.
After a change of clothes and a dinner at a city restaurant, enjoy the Cuban music and dance in the worldly known Tropicana Cabaret, where night shows are accompanied by choreographies of the old cabaret style. Tropicana is still called “A paradise under the stars” due to the fact that is an outdoor place where you can also see and enjoy the moonlight.
With a gastronomy offer included, consisting of a welcome cocktail, ¼ of a bottle of Havana Club Rum, 1 drink to mix and a snack, you’ll enjoy the burning sound of Tropicana show, its formidable and sensual dancers and the rhythm of the Cuban percussion.
Frequency: Tuesday and Saturday Arrival: 2:30 hrs
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Havana Cigar Factory
from $91.80 per person |
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Discover the exuberant nature of one of the most beautiful views of the Cuban western region, at the viewpoint set in the Bacunayagua Bridge.
Tobacco production in Cuba is a legend and a tradition, dig into this world and visit a tobacco factory where you’ll appreciate the manufacture process of Cuban typical cigars, celebrated worldwide for its aroma, presence and quality.
Capture the essence of Metropolitan Havana while visiting its main attractions with high historical and architectural values. Amaze yourself with the splendor of The Museum of the Revolution, former Presidential Palace and the residence of twenty-one presidents of the neocolonial republic.
Walk trough Central Park to explore the vivid life that has been developed in this picturesque place. Admire the magnificent architectural complex of Revolution Square, the epicenter of Havana where the government and the main ministries are located. Visit the majestic University of Havana, one of the most important Academic institutions in the country. Make a stop at the National Capitol to marvel at the opulence of its architectural style and notice the brilliant that was put to mark the kilometer zero of the Cuban highways. Delight in drinking a daiquirí at internationally famous Floridita Bar, a favorite spot of famed novelist Ernest Hemingway. Have a lunch in a local restaurant. Promenade through Old Havana and feel the colonial atmosphere of its squares, churches and streets. The Old Square, The Cathedral Square and The Weapons Square are representative symbols of the historical and architectural arsenal of this old and yet splendid city.
Amuse yourself while visiting the very popular restaurant called La Bodeguita del Medio, an icon of Cuban cuisine and the famous mojito.
Learn about Cuban Rum, which is distinguished in the world as one of the best, at the Museum of Havana Club Rum, and enjoy a free sample of rum. Spend some time in the crafts fair.
Frequency: Tuesday and Thursday Arrival: 19:30 hrs
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Jeep Safari Yumuri
from $76.68 per person |
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Start your island experience in Varadero, in the province of Matanzas, with a great adventure touring around 150 km through embankments, roads, rivers, quarries, palm groves and rural settlements. Meet a Cuban peasant family.
Fan of nautical activities? Go snorkeling in Coral Beach and explore the natural wonders of its peculiar and fascinating submarine fauna. Submerge in the pristine waters of Saturno’s Cave that allow the enjoyment of undersea surroundings of great beauty. Visit Matanzas, also known as “the Bridges City”, and appreciate its cultural values while strolling through its main streets. Discover the charms of the Liberty Park and the animated life of a flea market. Spend some fabulous time traveling around Yumuri Valley, with a lodging option in Gaviota Ranch that has an included offer consisting of a welcome cocktail and a typical Cuban lunch. Wonderful recreational choices like horse riding, boat promenades by the lake, board games and biking are also included in this exciting tour. Embark on a boat trip up the scenic Canimar River and observe the birds and the captivating vegetation of the environs.
Frequency: From Monday to Saturday Arrival: 18:30 hrs
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Matanzas – Yumuri
from $48.60 per person |
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Explore the beautiful Matanzas, the City of Bridges, and discover the amazing 500-metre cave system known as the Cuevas de Bellamar, one of the Caribbean’s largest and most beautiful underground formations. Gaze at the peculiar stalagmites, stalactites and calcite crystals covering the caverns.
Visit an historic Pharmaceutical Museum which still houses hundreds of original flasks and medicines. Admire this exponent of a French pharmacy from 1882, and one of the hemisphere's finest museums of this type. Walk around the city and discover its lovely Liberty Park. Enjoy the visit to Monserrate Heights and marvel at the famous shrine of the Monserrate Chapel.
Go sightseeing to Yumurí Valley, a wonderful natural resort for all who love natural and beautiful views. A stay in Gaviota Ranch is included which contains a visit to a peasant’s house, to its farm and a welcoming-coffee. Learn about Cuban farmers’ traditions; get to know its crops, its domestic animals and its customs along with a local peasant. Have a typical Cuban lunch.
Have fun while riding a horse, taking a boat ride in a lake, playing board games or riding bicycle in this enchanting place. Amuse yourself in a visit to a farmer’s market. Enjoy the adventure of a 30-minutes boat trip through the fascinating Canímar River, of navigable and quiet waters whose limits are marked by exuberant vegetation.
Frequency: Thursday and Saturday Arrival: 17:00 hrs
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