Cuba Holidays
In-depth tour with Santiago and Baracoa in the East
14 Night Itinerary from £5,238
Baracoa Tour
In-depth tour venturing east, with our guide, to explore lesser-visited towns and villages Baracoa, Camaguey and Santiago, and including also Santa Clara, Vinales, Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad.
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Tour Route
- Havana - 4 Nights
- Trinidad - 2 Nights
- Camaguey - 1 Night
- Santiago de Cuba - 3 Nights
- Baracoa - 2 Nights
- Return to Camaguey - 1 Night
- Havana and fly home - 1 Night
Travel Highlights
- An in-depth tour exploring the colonial gems in the South of Cuba
- Experience the historic centre of Havana with our expert local guide
- Use time at leisure to watch live music and choose our optional excursions
- Explore the countryside, visiting an underground river and tobacco plantation in the Vinales Valley
- Stop at the historic Bay of Pigs Museum on the way to Cienfuegos
- Be guided around the cobbled streets of Trinidad's colourful colonial centre
- Travel to lesser-visited Camaguey and Santiago de Cuba
- Explore life, music and dance in sleepy Baracoa
This itinerary can be tailored to your preferences by our specialist advisors, who can provide a guaranteed price based on your choice of route, duration, flights, hotels, transport and excursions.
Tour Itinerary
Havana - 4 Nights
Day 1 - Fly to Havana
Day 2 - Old Havana Tour
Day 3 - Full day tour to Vinales Valley
Day 4 - At leisure in Havana
- Full Description
- Accommodation
Meet your Guide
Our hand-picked guides offer you an exclusive insight into the best excustions and activites on offer.
Friday, 09 June 2023
Fly to Havana
Depart on a daytime flight direct to Havana. On arrival, you will be met and taken to your chosen hotel for a 4-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. You guide will be on hand to advise you on any questions you may have and discuss your programme ahead.
Saturday, 10 June 2023
Old Havana Tour
Enjoy an included guided tour of Old Havana, a UNESCO World heritage site, with beautifully renovated squares and magnificent architecture of baroque colonial style, contrasting with 1950's cars, derelict buildings and cyclists. Visit the Museum of the Revolution, Memorial to Jose Marti, the Plaza de Armas and the Malecon on the seafront.
Sunday, 11 June 2023
Full day tour to Vinales Valley
Heading out of Havana today to the beautiful countryside in the Vinales Valley. On the way, we stop at the ecological reserve of La Moka and take a short walk exploring the area with rivers, waterfalls and rolling hills. Continue to Viñales, where we take a walking tour of this picturesque provincial town. Lunch is included today in a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, we visit more of the surrounding countryside, including the underground river at El Indio caves and a tobacco plantation and workshop at Pinar del Rio. Return to Havana for the night.
Monday, 12 June 2023
At leisure in Havana
Explore and discover the wealth of history, politics, local life, music and dance that makes Havana such an irresistible city. You guide can arrange a wide choice of optional tours and excursions, depending on your interests. And in the evening, why not visit the famous Casa de la Musica for a great night of salsa music?
Hostal Guido
Havana - Tourist Homestead
This large boutique colonial house is a wonderful option for those preferring to stay in Havana's Vedado neighbourhood. It is tucked away down a quiet residential street, close to the Hotel Nacional, the Colon Cemetery and the Malecon waterfront. This area is known for its interesting shops, restaurants and night life, where many locals prefer to spend their evenings. Particular highlights are the Fabrica de Arte Cubano, perfect for cultural shows and live music, and the Patio de la Rumba African drumming on Saturday afternoons.
Three spacious bedrooms all have private ensuite facilities, air-conditioning and hairdyers, with one opening out onto a large living room and balcony overlooking the street. Guests can relax in the large living room, replete with elegant antique furniture, whilst breakfast is served in the traditional dining room.
Trinidad - 2 Nights
Day 5 - City tour of Cienfuegos
Day 6 - Walking tour of Trinidad
- Full Description
- Accommodation
Meet your Guide
Our hand-picked guides offer you an exclusive insight into the best excustions and activites on offer.
Tuesday, 13 June 2023
City tour of Cienfuegos
We leave Havana today and take a scenic drive to Cienfuegos, where we stop for an included city tour. Here, explore this quiet provincial town with its pretty squares, cathedral, gardens and Museums. The centre is a UNESCO protected World Heritage site. After an included lunch, continue to Trinidad, via the Escambray mountains and check-in to your chosen hotel for a 2-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis.
Wednesday, 14 June 2023
Walking tour of Trinidad
Enjoy a guided walking tour of Cuba's best preserved colonial town including lunch. This colourful, historic town is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the cobbled streets with their colonial mansions, churches, 19th century cathedral and squares. Many of the buildings are painted in delightful bright yellow, blue and pink.
Hostal Colina
Trinidad - Tourist Homestead
Located in the heart of Trinidad's UNESCO World Heritage centre, Hostal Colina is just moments from the city's biggest square, popular restaurants and the best live music venues. Three spacious rooms are clustered around a large central courtyard brought to life with exotic trees and lush plants and inhabited by colourful lizards. All rooms have ensuite bathroom facilities, efficient air conditioning and a refrigerator.
Within the courtyard there is a welcoming bar and seating area to relax with a drink, as well as areas to receive WIFI (scratchcard required). A fresh fruit and egg breakfast is served each day, as well as an excellent dinner prepared for you on the first night.
Hostal de Vivian
Trinidad - Tourist Homestead
Comprised of two large colonial houses nestled in the oldest part of the city, Hostal de Vivian is a long-established and highly-regarded homestay. Modern rooms come well equipped, each with private bathrooms and quiet air conditioning among the facilities. Throughout the house you will encounter antique furniture and delightful traditional details.
From the rooftop you can enjoy wonderful views across the red rooftops of central Trinidad, a UNSECO World Heritage site. Each day guests enjoy a freshly prepared breakfast and a welcome dinner is included on the first night.
Camaguey - 1 Night
Day 7 - Drive to Camaguey
- Full Description
Thursday, 15 June 2023
Drive to Camaguey
Today we drive south to Camaguey where we stay for 1-night on a bed and breakfast basis. Cuba's third largest city, Camaguey has a lot to offer, particularly the well-preserved colonial architecture, relaxed bars and restaurants and stunning historical centre.
Santiago de Cuba - 3 Nights
Day 8 - Drive to Santiago de Cuba
Day 9 - Santiago de Cuba
Day 10 - Santiago de Cuba
- Full Description
Friday, 16 June 2023
Drive to Santiago de Cuba
Our scenic journey continues today as we drive further south to the beuutiful city of Santiago de Cuba, facing out to the Caribbean Sea. The city is full of life and was the location where Fidel Castro launched his revolution. Don Bacardi based his first-ever rum factory here, and Cuban music from such as salsa resonates from street corners.
Check into your chosen hotel for a 3 night stay on a bed and breakfast basis.
Saturday, 17 June 2023
City tour of Santiago de Cuba
Today enjoy a guided tour of Santiago de Cuba, visiting the Moncada Barracks, Revolution square, the Caney Rum bar and the House of Habanos. We will also visit the Museum Diego Velazquez, the colonial fortress San Pedro de la Roca and the Santa Ifigenia Cemetery. Lunch is included today.
Sunday, 18 June 2023
Santiago de Cuba
At leisure in Santiago de Cuba.
Baracoa - 2 Nights
Day 11 - Drive to Baracoa
Day 12 - Walking tour of Baracoa
- Full Description
Monday, 19 June 2023
Drive to Baracoa
We leave Santiago de Cuba and drive along the coast to Baracoa, Cuba's oldest town nestled by the sea on the windy side of the Cuchillos del Toa mountains. On arrival, transfer to your chosen hotel for a 2-night stay on a bed and breakfast basis. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Tuesday, 20 June 2023
Walking tour of Baracoa
Enjoy a walking tour of Baracoa, the town where Christopher Columbus landed on the 15th August 1511 on his first voyage to the Americas. We will visit the cathedral, the central square, Independence Park and one of the three historic forts. There is also a beach on which to relax in the wonderful Cuban sunshine.
Return to Camaguey - 1 Night
Day 13 - Return to Camaguey
- Full Description
Wednesday, 21 June 2023
Return to Camaguey
Today we drive back to Camaguey, where we stay for the night on a bed and breakfast basis.
Havana and fly home - 1 Night
Day 14 - Return to Havana
Day 15 - Fly back to the UK
Day 16 - Arrive in the UK
- Full Description
- Accommodation
Thursday, 22 June 2023
Havana
Drive back to Havana today to spend out final night in Cuba enjoying the famous nightlife of Havana.
Friday, 23 June 2023
Fly back to the UK
Last day to explore Havana, before transferring to the airport for your return overnight flight home.
Saturday, 24 June 2023
Arrive in the UK
Arrive back in the UK in the morning.
Hostal Guido
Havana - Tourist Homestead
This large boutique colonial house is a wonderful option for those preferring to stay in Havana's Vedado neighbourhood. It is tucked away down a quiet residential street, close to the Hotel Nacional, the Colon Cemetery and the Malecon waterfront. This area is known for its interesting shops, restaurants and night life, where many locals prefer to spend their evenings. Particular highlights are the Fabrica de Arte Cubano, perfect for cultural shows and live music, and the Patio de la Rumba African drumming on Saturday afternoons.
Three spacious bedrooms all have private ensuite facilities, air-conditioning and hairdyers, with one opening out onto a large living room and balcony overlooking the street. Guests can relax in the large living room, replete with elegant antique furniture, whilst breakfast is served in the traditional dining room.
Price Guidelines
| Season | Low Season | High Season | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travel Dates | Jan-Jun, 02 Sep-16 Dec | 1 Jul- 1 Sep, 17 Dec -31 Dec | ||
| Room Arrangement | Tourist | First | Tourist | First |
| Multiple Travellers - Twin Room | £5,238 | £6,135 | £6,485 | £7,564 |
Prices are a guideline and per person. Please request a quote for Special Events, Christmas, New Year's Eve & Easter.
What's Included
- 15 Days / 14 Nights
- International flights (1 overnight)
- Accommodation as shown on the itinerary
- Breakfast everyday and meals as described on the itinerary
- Transfers to and from airports
- Transport throughout the itinerary
- Excursions listed, all with expert, English-speaking guides
- Prices are per person
- Prices for Special Events, Christmas, New Year's Eve, Easter on request
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