Cuba
Historic Revolution and Unique Society
Sombrero Tour - 10 Night Itinerary
Cocooned in its own history, Cuba projects a surreal mise-en-scene of salsa music, cyclists and derelict buildings, standing next to pristine, beautifully renovated colonial squares with cafes.
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Travel Highlights
- Experience the historic centre of Havana with our expert local guide
- Use time at leisure to watch live music and choose from our tours and excursions
- Explore the countryside, visiting an underground river and tobacco plantation
- 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
- Visit the Che Guevara monument at Santa Clara
- Choose to extend your stay at the Caribbean beaches of Varadero
Tour Route
- Havana - 5 Nights
- Cienfuegos - 1 Night
- Trinidad - 3 Nights
- Santa Clara and Havana - 1 Night
This itinerary can be tailored to your preferences by our specialist advisors, who can provide a guaranteed price based on your choice of departure date, route, duration, flights, cabin, hotels, transport and excursions.
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Havana
5 NightsDay 1 - Fly to Havana
Day 2 - Old Havana Tour
Days 3-4 - At leisure in Havana
Day 5 - Vinales
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Fly to Havana
Departure on a daytime flight direct to Havana. On arrival, you will be met and taken to your chosen hotel for a 5 night stay. You guide will be on hand to advise you on any questions you may have and discuss your programme ahead.
Thursday, 27 March 2025
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.
Friday, 28 March 2025
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?
Saturday, 29 March 2025
At leisure in Havana
Explore Havana at your leisure.
Sunday, 30 March 2025
Vinales
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. 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.
Marta Rodriguez
Hostal Guido
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…
Hotel Santa Isabel
The Santa Isabel Hotel is located in the very heart of Old Havana facing the charming Plaza de Armas (a cobbled square flanked by colonial-era buldings, museums & restaurants), a perfect location walking distance to Old Havana and the Malecon. A former mansion of the Santovenia Counts, the hotel came into being in 1867. Colonial grandeur…
Cienfuegos
1 NightDay 6 - Bay of Pigs Museum and Cienfuegos tour
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Bay of Pigs Museum and Cienfuegos tour
Morning departure for Cienfuegos, stopping on the way to visit the historic Bay of Pigs Museum, the site of the failed invasion in 1961. We continue to Cienfuegos, where we will spend the night, after taking a tour of this charming colonial city. Stroll along the wide boulevards and visit the monument to famous Cuban singer, Benny More.
Casa Zunilda & Raya
Casa Zunilda & Raya enjoys an excellent location towards the end of the Punta Gorda Peninsula. It faces the bay on both sides, affording wonderful views across the water which are particularly spectacular at sunset or sunrise. The homestay is close to Palacio de la Valle and its rooftop bar and the popular Villa Legarto…
Angel y Isabel
Located towards the end of the Punta Gorda Peninsula, Angel y Isabel is ideally situated for restaurants, spectacular sunset and sunrise views and soaking up the lively atmosphere. The three bedroom homestay is one of the best in the city, with spacious rooms, excellent facilities and extremely welcoming hosts. Guests can relax on the large…
Trinidad
3 NightsDay 7 - Drive to Trinidad
Day 8 - Walking tour of Trinidad
Day 9 - At leisure in Trinidad
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Drive to Trinidad
We take a scenic drive to Trinidad, via the Escambray mountains. We stay at a central guest house in Trinidad for 3 nights.
Wednesday, 02 April 2025
Walking tour of Trinidad
Enjoy a guided walking tour of Cuba's best preserved colonial town. This colourful, historic town and 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.
Thursday, 03 April 2025
At leisure in Trinidad
One day to enjoy the local life at your own pace. Life moves slowly in Trinidad; horses still draw carts along the main street. There are interesting excursions up the hills on horseback or have fresh lobster on the nearby beach. At night soak up the atmosphere on the cafe terraces with live music and salsa dancing.
Alain Rojas
Hostal Colina
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…
Hostal de Vivian
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…
Santa Clara and Havana
1 NightDay 10 - Santa Clara and Havana
Day 11 - Return to UK - or extend your stay
Day 12 - Arrive in the UK
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Santa Clara and Havana
On our way to Havana, we will stop at Santa Clara where we visit the Che Guevara monument. We spend out final night in Cuba enjoying the famous nightlife of Havana.
Saturday, 05 April 2025
Return to UK - or extend your stay
Last day to explore Havana, before transferring to the airport for your return flight home. Alternatively, stay on longer at the beach or visit Santiago de Cuba and Baracoa.
Sunday, 06 April 2025
Arrive in the UK
Mirvel Bravo
Hostal Guido
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…
Hotel Santa Isabel
The Santa Isabel Hotel is located in the very heart of Old Havana facing the charming Plaza de Armas (a cobbled square flanked by colonial-era buldings, museums & restaurants), a perfect location walking distance to Old Havana and the Malecon. A former mansion of the Santovenia Counts, the hotel came into being in 1867. Colonial grandeur…
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 | Deluxe | Tourist | First | Deluxe |
| Multiple Travellers - Twin Rooms | £3,574 | £4,417 | £5,321 | £3,758 | £4,689 | £5,827 |
Prices are a guideline per person, for travel within the next year and booking early and are subject to availability. Please see below what is included and request a detailed quotation with a guaranteed price for your specific departure date and for Special Events, Summer, Christmas, New Year's Eve & Easter.
What's Included
- 12 Days / 10 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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