Second grade students at an elementary school in Centro Havana.
Cuban jazz musician romances his bass violin.
Young woman tends a craft kiosk in Havana’s playas del este [eastern beaches].
Couple enjoys an evening of dance and romance at bar in Old Havana.
Young chef garnishes an entrée at Havana restaurant.
Cubans of all ages attend a boisterous baseball game – the island’s national sport.
Musicians on Havana’s Malecón seawall charm visitors.
Cuba travel adds zest to life, especially for the young at heart.
Weekend in Havana
four days and three nights in the Pearl of the Caribbean
- Costs from $1649 $1389
- double room per person
Single room supplement $200
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The people were friendly but seemed hampered. Our guide was remarkable which led to a fantastic time. The ride in the old cars was a [more...]
Mark Denzler, Springfield, IllinoisWonderful and friendly people. The food was interesting (rice, beans, and chicken) but clearly represents the culture and limited resources. Laura (guide) was absolutely [more...]
Christian Baker, Springfield, IllinoisFirst, this was absolutely an amazing trip. I cannot say enough about how organized, how informative, and how diverse the experience was. We are 100% satisfied [more...]
Lori Reimers, Springfield, IllinoisCuba puts me in mind of the little train that could. No matter what the big guys throw at you you pull together and make [more...]
Michael McCormick, Collinsville, IllinoisProud and passionate people that are very involved with politics. Really enjoyed the trip to Fusterlandia where the neighborhood is decorated in ceramic mosaics. [more...]
Sara Brown, Chicago, IllinoisI have very favorable impressions of Cuba and I thought the people that I met were very friendly towards me. Cuba is a much different [more...]
Kevin Taylor, Hurricane, UtahOur trip was unforgettable. The memories we bring home will last us a lifetime. My husband, daughter and I are so grateful to Cuba, and [more...]
Carol Isabel, Bronx, Ny - New YorkThis was an amazing experience! I appreciated the rich culture, the warm, friendly and hospitable people, our dedicated driver, and our amazing tour guide! My [more...]
A.n., , MichiganCuba is a unique country with a lot of history and very nice people. We enjoyed being in the middle of things, learning about occupations, [more...]
Octavia Catana, Trumbull, ConnecticutIt's a beautiful, vibrant country. The people are incredibly warm, open, and generous. The culture is rich and fascinating. I fell in love with it [more...]
Darianealy Butler, Sterling, VirginiaCuba's is rich in culture. The people were friendly. Loved the beauty of the city. The architecture was beautiful. It was sad seeing so many [more...]
Victoria Piloseno, Tampa, FloridaI loved the city and the people we met. Positive, welcoming, and warm. We had a fabulous time. You managed to include many different experiences [more...]
Mary Fronk, Brookline, MassachusettsWe could not have had a better time in Cuba. The people were all extremely friendly and open to assisting us with our questions. We [more...]
Allen Markowitz, Stuart, FloridaVery nice, beautiful country. The people are so proud of their accomplishments. Our guide was fabulous!
Ali Martineau, Austin, TexasFascinating, interesting. We didn’t know what to expect and things passed our expectations. The people we met were all warm and friendly and we [more...]
Susan Gerber, Stuart, Florida
My expectations of tour packages are extremely low. Why would anyone deliberately invest their time, money, and patience into taking a vacation completely designed [more...]
Our group was very small and we had plenty of time to tour the sights. The talk with the professor was very informative. The people [more...]
Susan Lanier, Kathleen, FloridaMy impression of Cuba was that it was an impoverished nation (as we expected), but very rich in culture, and had a lot to offer. [more...]
Khirallah Stephen, Verona, New JerseyVery friendly people. Lively arts! Though all their basic needs seem to be met, hope the economic situation improves for the people. Buildings and shops [more...]
Carol Remen, Evanston, IllinoisWe will return in the future! I thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Cuba. The people and culture were fascinating and welcoming. I highly recommend your [more...]
Susan King, Fox Point, WisconsinMy favorites were Old Havana, our guide Pavel, and seeing lots of Havana. Loved the culture, music, and architecture. People were friendly, and somewhat in [more...]
Dianne Lookabaugh, Coronado, CaliforniaAll the Cubans we met on our tour was helpful and friendly and we felt very safe moving around, even when we were not with [more...]
Arlene Crawford, Coral Springs, FloridaIt was a nice small group and our wonderful guide Marina gave us the best attention. Cuba's a beautiful country filled with nice, sincere people [more...]
Lily Chen, Manhattan Beach, CaliforniaWhat an Awesome experience! Cuban culture is an amazing experience. People are very nice and hospitable. I really like the discussion with the professor talk [more...]
Aaron Charbonnet, Irvine, CaliforniaI loved this so much. I am planning on coming back with my alumni discount! Proud and a rich culture, this country and its people [more...]
Alayna Morgan, Minneapolis, MinnesotaMy first impression of Cuba was it's beautiful paradise with so much to offer the world! The Cuban people are friendly, educated, family-driven and eager [more...]
Kenny Bowen, Memphis, TennesseeThe Island was beautiful! The people were VERY friendly, prideful, and not only eager to find out about my life back home but willing to [more...]
Michael Palmer, Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaI truly enjoyed the 3 nights and 4 days in Habana, Cuba. The weather was perfect, very pleasant. I went the first week of Mar 2018. It was [more...]
Carmen De Leon, Vero Beach, FloridaMy impression is of a relatively poor country, but rich in history and populated by warm and friendly citizens. Liked the exposure to so many [more...]
Thomas Ray Lamont, Springfield, IllinoisI loved Learning about their culture through all the activities planned by Cuba Explorer. It was a great trip! I liked the variety of [more...]
Mary-Jane Amrein, Williamsburg, VirginiaWhile I would much prefer to have a longer trip to learn more, given the very brief opportunity to visit, I found Cubans to be [more...]
Elizabeth McDade, Rochester, New YorkWonderful. I learned so much about Cuba, its history, its culture and its values. The visit to Fuster’s gallery and our discussion with the [more...]
Beth Cackowski, Collingswood, New JerseyCuba has incredibly kind, spontaneous, friendly people which is all the more amazing when you realize how little they have and see the crumbling used-to-be-gorgeous [more...]
Michael Hargett, Atlantic Beach, North CarolinaThe trip was above my expectations, the people are very kind, polite, and the culture is something I didn't expect, they have a lot of [more...]
Brenda Parnell, Fort Worth, TexasGoing to Cuba and getting around was much easier than expected. The people were very friendly and welcoming. Several people made clear that while the [more...]
Robert Neff, Monroe, New JerseyVery Impressed. Overall great time and great learning experience. The people are fantastic. What I liked best? Our fantastic guide Millie, and of course the [more...]
Stephen Parnell, Fort Worth, TexasWe loved the Cuban people and loved learning about their culture. The music professor Alberto Faya was truly fascinating taking us through the history [more...]
Pamela Heerwagen, Fort Worth, TexasI enjoyed the people. Culture was fascinating. Jesús our guide was solid!
Paul Moss, Novelty, OhioNice people and amazing musical culture. Desperately needs more restoration of the fantastic neoclassical Spanish architecture. Our guide Jesus was great! No issues with this [more...]
Edmund Fisher, Los Angeles, CaliforniaEveryone is warm and friendly to Americans. Havana is a beautiful city with much culture to share. My favorite part was the lunch at Fusterlandia. [more...]
Nanci Barkley, Chapel Hill, North CarolinaHavana was awesome city with its history and culture. Loved visiting old Havana and the forts, our tour guide Adrian was awesome too! No [more...]
Mark McKenna, Lake Charles, LouisianaIt was very interesting! The people were so nice and the culture was very fun to learn about. I enjoyed how full the schedule was [more...]
Kelsey Malecha, Apple Valley, MinnesotaYou under-promised and over-delivered. Liked the light traffic, formerly elegant buildings (sadly allowed to become derelict), the people, walking around, the 1950s cars breaking down [more...]
William Prewitt, Charleston, South CarolinaCuba as a country is beautiful. The Cuban people are the nicest people you will meet. The architecture of Cuba is unique and unlike countries [more...]
Andrew Reiter, Salinas, CaliforniaEverything and everybody is wonderful! Our tour guide and our driver. Very knowledgeable and flexible when the people on the tour wanted adjustments to the [more...]
Suzanne Zverblis, Brookline, MassachusettsI loved every moment I was in Cuba. From the minute we were met by our driver at the airport everything went perfectly. The hotel [more...]
Nicholas Sterling, Boston, MassachusettsI loved it! The island, the people, la musica, la comida! It was incredible. The restaurants that we went to go eat authentic Cuban food!
Yajaira Chavez, San Jose, CaliforniaGreat, always felt welcomed and safe. Our guide Norberto was amazing, packing in a lot of info and always ready to make sure we were [more...]
Joel Harding, Stilwell, KansasLoved seeing all of the highlights of Havana and the music clubs. Our guide was terrific, friendly and accommodating. I was sad to see all [more...]
Gloria Danovitz, Hollywood, FloridaThe trip was seamless and smooth. Cuba was a beautiful place and I feel so special that I had the privilege to visit. My family [more...]
Julio Pardo, Baldwin, New YorkWe loved Cuba and think a lot of Americans are missing out if they don't visit. We felt so comfortable and safe in Cuba. The [more...]
Melissa Nollie, Milwaukee, WisconsinLovely, warm and endearing people. The tour also varied in scope so we were able to in a short time get to see and know [more...]
Julio Pardo, Baldwin, New YorkPeople were very friendly. They were also realistic about what was good and what is not so good in Cuba. The architecture is wonderful it [more...]
James Sabella, Far Hills, New JerseyI enjoyed very much the people and the culture. I felt it a rich experience. It was like peeling back an onion with so many [more...]
Edith Driest, North Port, FloridaCuba was interesting and different than expected. Our guide was amazing. She did a great job of explaining many different nuances of Havana and Cuba [more...]
William Hunt, Windsor, ConnecticutIt was a very informative tour. I came home and started reading more books about Cuba and their history. Loved it! The culture, the [more...]
Jason Distel, Irving, TexasCuba was beautiful, mystical, lively, and the people and culture are lovely! I love that there is music on every corner, always something to do. [more...]
Rhonda Rodriguez, Cypress, TexasThis was the most amazing and bizarro trip I have even taken. I was surprised by the friendliness and generosity of the Cuban people every [more...]
Alissa Domasky, Dallas, TexasThe people of Cuba are so friendly and giving. They cherish their culture and make the best of their economic conditions. I hope new economic [more...]
Michael Burnett, Knoxville, TennesseeLoved the music, both the floor show on Friday night which was super and the cultural music history with the wonderful singer and guitarist.
We loved Cuba and a great time. The people are kind, friendly and authentic. Our guide Yailem was outstanding. Yailem is the best tour [more...]
Sai Malena Jimenez, Cresskill, New JerseyI loved the tour. I only wish to had not been such a short visit. The people were like people anywhere simply trying to live [more...]
Jan Hansen, Chapel Hill, North CarolinaFantastic! Love the culture! No problems!
It was a great trip. The Cuban people were extremely welcoming and inquisitive. I was surprised by what they did and did not know about [more...]
Edward Sarmiento, Newtown Square, PennsylvaniaGreat tour. Loved the music, food, tours, history, art and cars. Cars! Not a car person but super impressive. Next the music and art.
Diane Nordell, Mountain View, CaliforniaWonderful! Everyone was very welcoming, eager to share their story and show what makes Cuba unique. Noberto our guide and Eddie our bus driver [more...]
Kristin Kiester, Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaEveryone was very nice! I really enjoyed learning about Cuba, it's people, and the history. As an American, you learn one version of history, and [more...]
Courtney Graybill, Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaWe loved our Weekend in Havana tour and all the activities. Everything was well planned and we got a good look at Havana. It made [more...]
Patricia Merritt, Mckinney, TexasI was really happy to experience the culture the people of Cuba. Loved all the historical sites and to see the progress of the [more...]
Mary Bowen Holzer, Henderson, NevadaBeautiful people. A country that has experienced a lot of hardship but the people continue to move forward. They have a "joie de vivre" that [more...]
Anaisabel Lopezrosende, San Diego, CaliforniaIt was fascinating to see Cuba. People seemed friendly, culture rich. Martin was an excellent guide, providing superb commentary and taking good care of us [more...]
Joni Martino, South Salem, New YorkGreat trip, kind people, interesting culture. Riding the convertible cars through Havana was my favorite activity, and assistance from our excellent guide Martin.
Robert Kovall, New York, New YorkI thought Cuba would be in really bad shape because of things I had read. On the contrary, it was much, much better than I [more...]
Twain Henry, Lubbock, TexasWonderful experience with the Cuban people and their culture. The Weekend in Havana was perfect for our first visit. Visiting Cuba was was step [more...]
Leon Rayland Kelley, San Diego, Ca.Amazing people and unique culture. Alden, our tour guide was the best! His passion to run a seamless tour was much appreciated. We couldn't [more...]
Jesse Slack, Chicago, IllinoisHumble, kind and fascinating people. Liked our guide Sandor! He was amazing. Loved Hemingway House, the Russian restaurant for lunch, and the lecture with [more...]
Nancy Mizels, Fort Lauderdale, FloridaEverything was amazing; the people were very friendly and warm, and Cuba is beautiful. The surprise was that it politically and economically felt much better [more...]
Kimberly Postlewaite, Emerald Hills, CaliforniaThe people are warm and friendly. They are proud of their culture. I was sad to see that they are living under such tough governmental [more...]
Sharon Johnson, Lake Worth, FloridaFriendly, helpful people at all visits. I didn't realize how much government control existed for the people. They seem to work very hard and are [more...]
Linda Kroll, Delray Beach, FloridaAs expected, the people of Havana were helpful, friendly, and proud of their Island – especially its history. My Weekend in Havana was a good [more...]
George Williams, Atlanta, GeorgiaCuba is very interesting with friendly people and a rich culture! The tour was well organized and our guide was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. [more...]
Konstantin Tourevski, Port Washington, New YorkNo complaints, just compliments. Very unique place and really enjoyed the trip. All aspects of the tour were [more...]
Daniel Wall, Fort Myers, FloridaThe people were very friendly and open. The country is quite pretty. Old Havana was interesting to see and walk around. Hopefully in the future, [more...]
Sharon Rubin, Wilmington, DelawareThe people were very nice. I liked the Tropicana show. There were no problems with the tour. I did buy a CD by [more...]
Stephen Santos, Taunton, MassachusettsWhat a fantastic trip! Our guide Susanna, was great. Very friendly, knowledgeable and full of information. The people were friendly in the restaurants, bars and [more...]
Kimberly Wagner, Bel Air, MarylandI especially liked the walking tour of Old Havana. I also enjoyed Tropicana show, though no mention was made of classical culture in the city. [more...]
Mary Iglehart, Bethesda, MarylandThe people were very friendly Cuba itself is very run down and needs a lot of restoration work there's a lot of litter there's a [more...]
Julie Devick, Boca Raton, FloridaOverall, the experience was very positive and interesting. We had an excellent tour guide that was very informative during out tour. Our tour [more...]
Donna Vaughan, Madisonville, KentuckyNo problems. It was an amazing experience, and I hope to go back for another visit. It was a wonderful weekend. We did so many [more...]
Susan Koster, Woodbridge, VirginiaThe trip very much exceeded expectations, especially the friendliness and sophistication of the people and the lovely architecture. Our guide Pavel was great. Very [more...]
Michael Proctor, Woburn, MassachusettsI loved the whole experience. People were very nice and they tried very hard to please us. We loved our guide, Yanetsis. She should [more...]
Linda Chaix, Roseville, CaliforniaCuba is beyond what I expected it to be. It is such a beautiful country, the people were welcoming and kind. Cuban culture is so [more...]
Abigail Hnath, Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaIt was a wonderful trip, and we enjoyed getting a taste of Cuban life in Havana. Thank you so much for the experience!
The Cuban people were friendly, and showed pride in their country. The only sad part was that trash on the streets was so common. I [more...]
Ann Marie Brooks, Fair Oaks, CaliforniaThe tour was very interesting. The Cuban people seem proud of their country. I was amazed at what seemed like poverty to me but the [more...]
Ronald Allen Chaix, Roseville, CaliforniaCuba was amazing. The architecture, people and culture were lovely. We had a great trip. Our tour guide, Pavel, was amazing. The architecture was [more...]
Alexis Ufland, New York, New YorkOur tour guide, Pavel, and our driver, Victor, were top notch. They were candid and made it a point to speak about all phases of [more...]
Jesse Drucker, Westlake, OhioWe loved the people and the culture, and the city of Havana in general. As a weekend trip, I think you did a good [more...]
Charles Scudder, Columbia, MarylandBest weekend ever! I would go again in a heartbeat! I had always wanted to visit Cuba, and I wasn't disappointed! The Cuban people are [more...]
Kathryn Hansen, Ankeny, IowaHavana is a beautiful, vibrant city. I can hardly wait to go back! First and foremost highlight was our tour guide, Yanetsi, she was [more...]
Brian Schwartz, Springfield, IllinoisBeautiful! Every experience was great.
My sisters, who were my travel companions, and I agree – our weekend tour was wonderful. The people we met were friendly and welcoming and happy [more...]
Betti Dusik, Willowbrook, IllinoisWe loved our visit to Cuba! It was so interesting. We learned so much. Besides the friendly people and the beauty and fun, seeing a [more...]
Jeffrey Norby, Chicago, IllinoisI loved everything about Cuba! The people are proud, nice, educated helpful I could go on and on. Loved the culture too. Riding in the 1950 [more...]
Remziye Carleton, Palm Beach, FloridaThe tour and Cuba turned out pretty much as expected. Very welcoming, and the older generation still carries some baggage about the revolution and testing [more...]
Juan Garcia Jr., San Francisco, CaliforniaThe tour was everything I hoped for and expected. All positive. My favorites were Hemingway's house and the lunch at the Russian restaurant overlooking [more...]
Victor Grisiatis, Sarafield, ConnecticutThe trip was great, the people were kind. I would recommend this tour to others. It was great to see the lives of the [more...]
James Evans, Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaBeautiful island. Gracious and kind community. Very interesting to observe the culture as well as learn about the good and the bad of living in [more...]
Kimberly Deprospero, Fort Lauderdale, FloridaA country full of potential and warm welcoming people. The people are so resourceful and are to quick smile and laugh. I was impressed by [more...]
Vivian Cintron, Copenhagen, DenmarkIt is a fascinating country full of contradictions. It appears change is on the horizon for the nation. Loved all the events and our [more...]
Krisann Chasarik, San Francisco, CaliforniaCuba was an amazing experience! We were so impressed by the magnificence of the buildings, the history, and the kindness and openness of the people, [more...]
David Noto, Buffalo, New YorkCuba's people are friendly, helpful, and wonderfully musical. We very much enjoyed being serenaded at almost all meals. At home, I'd not have liked it, [more...]
Robert Finkel, Bloomfield Hills, AlabamaI loved the people the music the culture the art. I felt there was a lot of decay of beautiful buildings that made me sad [more...]
Kathleen Fish, Memphis, TennesseeNo problems whatsoever. Very favorable tour overall. People very friendly, very helpful and pro-American. Great education system and medical care; also impressive lack of discrimination – [more...]
Barry Linsky, New York, New YorkThe people were wonderful and couldn't be nicer. The culture was rather depressing. The buildings were in such disrepair. Really like the history and [more...]
Nance O'Rourke, Bonita Springs, FloridaFantastic! Jesús our guide was excellent and very informative! Very happy overall.
John Holland, Redington Shores, FloridaCuban people, like other Latino people, are very friendly, relaxed and seem to be happy. Cuba is a mixture of old and new which can [more...]
Molly Howlett, Stockbridge, MichiganThe Cuban people were very nice and eager to please. The best part of our Cuban tour was our tour guide! Lianet was very [more...]
Linda Gullotta, Stamford, ConnecticutFriendly, inviting and gracious people that never minded to give a hand or to interact with any of us and we are a varied group [more...]
Sharon Pinebrook, Richmond, TexasTourist industry people and bar and entertainment people were very friendly. We had little contact with other Cubans. Went to lunch and university on own [more...]
Patricia Weinberg, Fernandina Beach, FloridaI loved Cuba! The people were friendly, the food delicious and the music outstanding! It was very interesting to have our tour guide, Yailim, [more...]
Susan Davelman, Hillsborough, New JerseyI enjoyed Cuba but I prefer living in the States. The people were awesome. They were happy, pleasant, very helpful and enthusiastic. The communist culture [more...]
Fred Schneider, Shelby Township, MichiganI thought that Cuba was incredible, both through our tour experience and what we did on our own. We arrived a day early and enjoyed [more...]
Shirlasia Patterson, Chicago, IllinoisWe had a great experience in Cuba. The people we met with were lovely and we got to experience all the colors of the culture.& [more...]
Mary Jane Butler, Lake Worth, FloridaWe (my wife and daughter) had fun time in Cuba. It was great to go there before it changes and I am sure it will. [more...]
Kevin Baxter, Oakland, CaliforniaCuba is an emerging tourist "super-star" destination, with a rich history, diverse and vibrant culture, beautiful natural sights with friendly and welcoming peoples. The tour [more...]
Terry Neil King, Schaumburg, IllinoisAll the Cubans we met were very friendly. The country's idea of luxury and service need a lot of improvement. Really enjoyed the conversations [more...]
Ruth Siegel, New York, New York
I give this trip five stars for overall satisfaction!
It was a wonderful trip and the Cuban people we met really seemed happy to have usthere. Hotel Capri was lovely, more 3 star than 4, but [more...]
Lillian Mizrahi, La, CaliforniaHavana is beautiful even with all the broken buildings. The people were warm and welcoming. I am 85 and have some difficulty in mobility and everyone [more...]
Gloria Battle, Fort Walton Beach, FloridaI was very impressed with the Cuban culture and people. I've always been curious about Cuba's history, and this tour satisfied my curiosity. What [more...]
John Santos, San Mateo, CaliforniaVery freindly people and the tour was well organized and the tour guide was very helpful.
Rana Sahni, Fort Lauderdale, FloridaWe absolutely loved it! Our expectations were exceeded. The people are lovely, warmand welcoming. They are full of joy and contentment regardless of sometimes difficult [more...]
Virginia Jopek, Tampa, FloridaHappy, friendly people. Our tour guide and driver were excellent, flexible and knowledgeable. Everything ran smoothly from beginning to end. Liked the small group. [more...]
Irene Harper, Schenectady, New YorkThe people we met support the government and are proud of their education and health system, but also want to have private businesses. The [more...]
Ellen Petrino, Westport, ConnecticutWonderful experience! Enjoying the culture and learning about the country was so special. Our tour guide Jorge Frank was absolutely the best we could ask [more...]
Patsy Pappajohn, River Oaks, TexasCuba's a friendly, beautiful, and SAFE destination and I'd encourage everyone to visit. The food and music are amazing. Our tour guide Jorge did [more...]
Melinda Desens, Litchfield, MinnesotaCuba is a vibrant country that is caught in a time warp. The music was a highlight.
Cuba is a very hospitable and friendly country. Despite its economic challenges, felt welcomed and taken care of during the tour there. Loved learning about [more...]
Jennifer Grey, Boston, MassachusettsCuba was beautiful. Everyone that I encountered on the tour was friendly and helpful. I did not see Cuba as a place of despair but [more...]
Ana Hester, Olney, MarylandThe people of Cuba seem friendly and polite. I loved learning about the religion and culture.
Our free afternoon. We went to the Museum [more...]
I was very impressed with our tour guide Milena. She provided excellent information about your culture, the [more...]
Stella Tomski, Fleming Island, FloridaWe found Cuba a fascinating country with a varied history. The people were friendly to us and we felt comfortable and welcome in the country. [more...]
Stephen Stagnitta, Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAn unbelievably beautiful island with so much history to be proud of. The Cuban people were so gracious and welcoming. We truly fell in love [more...]
George Hampton, Lombard, IllinoisAbsolutely wonderful! Beyond my expectations. Architecture was beautiful and the people were very friendly. The historical squares of Old Havana were my favorite sites.& [more...]
Margaret Wall, Vero Beach, FloridaI Loved Cuba! The people were very friendly. Havana is so interesting – so much to take in. The mix of people, the mix of religion, [more...]
Margaret Bray, Avalon, CaliforniaEveryone was so friendly and proud of their culture. I could not wait to embrace it. The all inclusiveness and unique off the beaten [more...]
Alisha Nesbitt, Lithonia, GeorgiaSurprisingly beautiful place. Felt so safe there as we walked about enjoying the music, the vendors, the many faces of the sidewalk people. All the [more...]
Renee Green, Vero Beach, FloridaWe enjoyed everything especially the Cuban people. Laura our guide and our driver were great. I thought the presentation by former University of Havana [more...]
Dale Cochran, Worthington, OhioWe were a group of 8 ladies who traveled with Cuba Explorers for a weekend in Havana. We loved every minute of our tour, from the [more...]
Cynthia Scherpf, Orchid, FloridaI had a fabulous time. It was all better than I ever imagined. Our your guide Laura w [more...]
Elizabeth Hazard, Stafford, VirginiaJust about everything was perfect. The Tropicana show stands out. The organization, the guide and the agenda were all first-rate. I only spent one weekend [more...]
William R Davison, Solana Beach, CaliforniaEverything perfect. Cuba exceeded my expectations, not only the visereal beauty but the radiant and warmth from each and every encounter. The sights, smells, sounds, [more...]
Laura McDonald, San Antonio, TexasI wanted to see Cuba as it is and you made that happen. The people are very warm and nice. I liked the [more...]
Emmett Edgerton, Godwin, North CarolinaCuba was colorful, friendly and we learned a lot about the country and its history. We really enjoyed the rum tour, revolution square and riding [more...]
Ann Lootens Christiansen, Seattle, WashingtonLoved every moment of our trip! This is one of my favorite trips ever. Cuba and its people were amazing and welcoming. The culture is [more...]
Kristie Shorey, Plano, TexasPrideful, friendly, and vibrant people. I enjoyed the vast knowledge of our tour guide Armando [more...]
Katie Milani, Brooklyn, New YorkCuba was amazing! The people were so excited to have Americans visiting. I felt extremely safe and truly enjoyed every event and stop on the [more...]
Lauren Dolniak, Wildwood, MissouriMy overall impression of Cuba was charming. Our group was small, and tour guide Laura González very [more...]
Kim Williams, Bronx, New YorkVery interesting culture and very friendly people. Our tour guide, Armando, was outstanding. I especially enjoyed Hemingway's home, the workshop with Dr. Marta Núñez [more...]
Susan Rutherford, Prescott, ArizonaI loved Cuba! The people were so kind. The culture was so interesting. Cubans are survivors. They value family, music, art, religion. They help each [more...]
Julie Traub, Plano, TexasMy sister and I loved Cuba. The people were very nice and welcoming. Havana is a beautiful city, despite the poverty and decrepit buildings. I [more...]
Jill Weitz, Alpharetta, GeorgiaLoved the visit, people, music, history, rum, cigars, food. The fact that Havana is still Havana, still communist, but in transition. The only [more...]
Donald Coyle, Vero Beach, FloridaLovely people, energetic culture, beautiful city crumbling and rusting. Loved touring historic sites. Wish more night clubs with salsa dancing were included.
Lynda Rothstein, Palm Beach Gardens, FloridaCuba was an amazing experience for me educationally and culturally. Most of the Cuban people were very nice, a few incidents where people were a [more...]
Caren Jeanty, Brooklyn, New YorkThis was a wonderful trip and very educational. I am recommending it highly to my colleagues. We had a nice tour guide Laura Gonzá [more...]
Frank Scappaticci, San Francisco, CaliforniaThe people, culture, history, music and more make Cuba amazing! The tour was very well organized. The tour guide was the best and the restaurants [more...]
Abe Comendador, Chicago, IllinoisIt is a beautiful country and the people could not have been friendlier! Our guide Rosa was wonderful and very helpful! I [more...]
Sarah Beyeler, Woodland Hills, CaliforniaIt was an awesome experience. People are very friendly but not pushy. I was very impressed with their pride in the culture and history, interest [more...]
Sibel Yuksel, Flowermound, TexasCubans are a beautiful people. They lack many necessities we take for granted in the US but they are so happy and friendly. Our [more...]
Cheri Martinez, Front Royal, VirginiaI loved this tour so much! Wish I could have spent more time interacting with everyday Cubans. We saw a lot. Especially small business people, [more...]
Pauline Scoggins, Nashville, TennesseeWe had, overall, a wonderful experience on our weekend Havana trip. We were especially impressed with the warmth and resiliency of the Cuban people. While [more...]
Deborah Williams, Driftwood, TexasThe Cuban people are lovely and seem to make the best out of their situation. What I liked best about the tour was being able [more...]
Jennifer Leach, Mansfield, TexasBeautiful country with a strong sense of lively rhythm. The people were friendly and polite. However they seem to have lost that 'can do' spirit [more...]
Debbie Cullum, Leander, TexasI was expecting to have a positive impression. I was overwhelmed at how right I was! Logistically the tour was perfect with a great itinerary. [more...]
Sharyn Bovat, Arlington, VirginiaEveryone was kind and friendly. The country was beautiful and the weather though warm was not uncomfortable. Learning about the history of Cuba, the Tropicana [more...]
Kelly Brown-Morris, Decatur, GeorgiaI really enjoyed learning about the culture of Cuba. There is such a rich history. Everyone was very friendly and kind. I would definitely come [more...]
Courtney Elaine Davis, Roswell, GeorgiaFantastic place to visit. People are friendly and sites are mesmerizing. Great staff and properly paced schedule. Good venue selection.
George Wolfe, Arlington, VirginiaI really loved going to Cuba and learning about its history. The food was also very good, much better than expected. I wish we had [more...]
Neha Gupta, Piedmont, CaliforniaCuba is rich with history! The Spanish and French influence in architecture is very interesting. I loved learning about the history in the old plazas, [more...]
Lisa Cerra, Santa Monica, CaliforniaI loved Cuba and can't wait to go back. My father left Cuba in the late 60s and I have always dreamed of going to [more...]
Natalie Refuse, Miami, FloridaTour introduction and overview of activities
Come to Cuba and experience the wild sensual island forbidden to Americans for the last half century. Imbibe in the exotic tastes, sights, sounds and aromas that have captivated adventurers, pirates and Americans since the discovery of the New World.
Witness Havana’s ancient eclectic architecture. Fool around in pulsating Afrocuban and Latin music venues. Romance Cuba’s stunning other worldly art. Reward your palate with authentic Cuban cuisine, beer and rum, and perhaps toke on the world’s best cigars.
Compare tour costIn contrast to the lifeless Soviet satellites of bygone times, Cuba is an explosion of light, color, intellect, music, vitality and verve.
Come meet a people eager to engage with their long lost American cousins. They’ll welcome you into their lives and home they call La Habana. They are so happy America and Cuba are friends again. Come celebrate this historic reunion. We are here to help make it happen.
Imagine a nation still pristine and innocent – where strip malls, billboards, neon lights, McDonald and Starbucks are absent. One-in-ten cars are more than 60 years old. Cuba’s like a time machine with the dial set to the 1950s.
You’ll sample and savor it all during your weekend fling in Havana. Come play around and let your hair down in the Pearl of the Caribbean. You deserve it especially now that every American can come to Cuba legally.
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Cuba’s big! Its land mass is 42,426 square miles – about 80 percent the size of Alabama. Cuba is nearly as large as Louisiana, and larger than Tennessee, Virginia, Kentucky, South Carolina, Ohio or Indiana. Altogether it’s bigger than Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Vermont combined.
Itinerary summary
Day 1 – Friday :: Say hello to Cuba!
- Arrival at José Martí International Airport
- Change money into Cuban Convertible Pesos while waiting for luggage
- Meet your guide and bus driver after you exit Cuban customs
- Transfer to your hotel in the heart of Havana's entertainment district
- Hotel check-in and welcome cocktail
- Time to rest and freshen up
- Group welcome dinner with guide at renowned Restaurante El Aljibe (included)
- Attend the fabulous Buena Vista Social tour performance (men must wear shoes and pants)
Day 2 – Saturday :: Old Havana and Hemingway’s house
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Guided walking tour of the four historic plazas in Old Havana
- Visit the Museum of Rum
- Visit Almacenes de Depósito San José, a giant arts and crafts market
- Lunch at the private restaurant Mojito-Mojito (included)
- Visit Ernest Hemingway’s Finca Vigía museum displaying his library, manuscripts and personal effects
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Dinner at one of the best private restaurants El Ajiaco for authentic Cuban country-side cuisine (included)
- Attend El Cañonazo, the 9 PM Cannon Firing Ceremony with Cubans
Day 3 – Sunday :: Education and the arts
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Open discussion on "Cuban Society Today" led by a longtime member of the Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba
- Seafood lunch at the private studio of acclaimed Cuban muralist and ceramist José Fúster described as the Picasso of the Caribbean (included)
- Enjoy a ride in authentic 1950s American vintage cars
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Farewell dinner at the eclectic paladar Atelier (included)
- Free evening to explore the city
Day 4 – Monday :: Say goodbye to Cuba – for now
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Transfer to Havana’s José Martí Airport
- Air departures
- Missing Cuba so much already
Itinerary summary
Day 1 – Friday :: Say hello to Cuba!
- Arrival at José Martí International Airport
- Change money into Cuban Convertible Pesos while waiting for luggage
- Meet your guide and bus driver after you exit Cuban customs
- Transfer to your hotel in the heart of Havana's entertainment district
- Hotel check-in and welcome cocktail
- Time to rest and freshen up
- Group welcome dinner with guide at renowned Restaurante El Aljibe (included)
- Attend the fabulous Buena Vista Social tour performance (men must wear shoes and pants)
Day 2 – Saturday :: Old Havana and Hemingway’s house
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Guided walking tour of the four historic plazas in Old Havana
- Visit Almacenes de Depósito San José, a giant arts and crafts market
- Lunch at the private restaurant El Divino (included)
- Visit Ernest Hemingway’s Finca Vigía museum displaying his library, manuscripts and personal effects
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Dinner at one of the best private restaurants El Ajiaco for authentic Cuban country-side cuisine (included)
- Attend El Cañonazo, the 9 PM Cannon Firing Ceremony with Cubans
Day 3 – Sunday :: Education and the arts
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Visit the Museum of Rum
- Open discussion on "Cuban Society Today" led by a longtime member of the Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba
- Seafood lunch at the private studio of acclaimed Cuban muralist and ceramist José Fúster described as the Picasso of the Caribbean (included)
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Enjoy a ride in authentic 1950s American vintage cars on your way to dine at the elegant Café del Oriente (included)
- Free evening to explore the city
Day 4 – Monday :: Say goodbye to Cuba – for now
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Transfer to Havana’s José Martí Airport
- Air departures
- Missing Cuba so much already
Itinerary summary
Day 1 – Friday :: Say hello to Cuba!
- Arrival at José Martí International Airport
- Change money into Cuban Convertible Pesos while waiting for luggage
- Meet your guide and bus driver after you exit Cuban customs
- Transfer to your hotel in the heart of Havana's entertainment district
- Hotel check-in and welcome cocktail
- Time to rest and freshen up
- Group welcome dinner with guide at renowned Restaurante El Aljibe (included)
- Attend the fabulous Buena Vista Social tour performance (men must wear shoes and pants)
Day 2 – Saturday :: Old Havana and Museum of the Revolution
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Guided walking tour of the four historic plazas in Old Havana
- Visit the Museum of Rum
- Visit Almacenes de Depósito San José, a giant arts and crafts market
- Lunch at the private restaurant Mojito Mojito (included)
- Visit to the Museum of the Revolution
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Dinner at one of the best private restaurants El Ajiaco for authentic Cuban country-side cuisine (included)
- Attend El Cañonazo, the 9 PM Cannon Firing Ceremony with Cubans
Day 3 – Sunday :: Education and the arts
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Open discussion on "Cuban Society Today" led by a longtime member of the Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba
- Seafood lunch at the private studio of acclaimed Cuban muralist and ceramist José Fúster described as the Picasso of the Caribbean (included)
- Enjoy a ride in authentic 1950s American vintage cars
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Farewell dinner at the eclectic paladar Atelier (included)
- Free evening to explore the city
Day 4 – Monday :: Amazing Las Terrazas, the natural splendor of rural Cuba
- Breakfast at hotel (included)
- Departure to Las Terrazas eco-community
- Visit ancient coffee plantation
- Lunch at Casa del Campesino (included)
- Explore more of Las Terrazas
- Return to Havana hotel to freshen up
- For New Year’s Eve you will enjoy a ride in Vintage American cars along the Malecon (Seawall) and throughout Havana before heading to one of the best parties in Havana to celebrate the last day of 2018! Dinner, drinks and live music at Parque Central, included.
Day 5 – Tuesday :: Say goodbye to Cuba – for now
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Transfer to Havana’s José Martí Airport
- Air departures
- Missing Cuba so much already
Itinerary summary
Day 1 – Friday :: Say hello to Cuba!
- Arrival at José Martí International Airport
- Change money into Cuban Convertible Pesos while waiting for luggage
- Meet your guide and bus driver after you exit Cuban customs
- Transfer to your hotel in the heart of Havana's entertainment district
- Hotel check-in and welcome cocktail
- Time to rest and freshen up
- Group welcome dinner with guide at renowned Restaurante El Aljibe (included)
- Attend the fabulous Buena Vista Social tour performance (men must wear shoes and pants)
Day 2 – Saturday :: Old Havana and Hemingway’s house
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Guided walking tour of the four historic plazas in Old Havana
- Visit the Museum of Rum
- Visit Almacenes de Depósito San José, a giant arts and crafts market
- Lunch at the private restaurant Mojito-Mojito. Ideally situated in Plaza Vieja, its friendly atmosphere, and delicious food makes it rank high on TripAdvisor. The restaurant's slogan: "A single mojito is not enough."
- Visit Ernest Hemingway’s Finca Vigía museum displaying his library, manuscripts and personal effects
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Dinner at one of the best private restaurants El Ajiaco for authentic Cuban country-side cuisine (included)
- Attend El Cañonazo, the 9 PM Cannon Firing Ceremony with Cubans
Day 3 – Sunday :: Education and the arts
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Open discussion on "Cuban Society Today" led by a longtime member of the Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba
- Seafood lunch at the private studio of acclaimed Cuban muralist and ceramist José Fúster described as the Picasso of the Caribbean (included)
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Enjoy a ride in authentic 1950s American vintage cars on your way to dine at the elegant Café del Oriente (included)
- Free evening to explore the city
Day 4 – Monday :: Say goodbye to Cuba – for now
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Transfer to Havana’s José Martí Airport
- Air departures
- Missing Cuba so much already
Itinerary summary
Day 1 – Friday :: Say hello to Cuba!
- Arrival at José Martí International Airport
- Change money into Cuban Convertible Pesos while waiting for luggage
- Meet your guide and bus driver after you exit Cuban customs
- Transfer to your hotel in the heart of Havana's entertainment district
- Hotel check-in and welcome cocktail
- Time to rest and freshen up
- Group welcome dinner with guide at renowned Restaurante El Aljibe (included)
- Attend the fabulous Buena Vista Social tour performance (men must wear shoes and pants)
Day 2 – Saturday :: Old Havana and Hemingway’s house
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Guided walking tour of the four historic plazas in Old Havana
- Visit the Museum of Rum
- Visit Almacenes de Depósito San José, a giant arts and crafts market
- Lunch at the private restaurant Mojito-Mojito. Ideally situated in Plaza Vieja, its friendly atmosphere, and delicious food makes it rank high on TripAdvisor. The restaurant's slogan: "A single mojito is not enough."
- Visit Ernest Hemingway’s Finca Vigía museum displaying his library, manuscripts and personal effects
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Dinner at one of the best private restaurants El Ajiaco for authentic Cuban country-side cuisine (included)
- Attend El Cañonazo, the 9 PM Cannon Firing Ceremony with Cubans
Day 3 – Sunday :: Education and the arts
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Open discussion on "Cuban Society Today" led by a longtime member of the Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba
- Seafood lunch at the private studio of acclaimed Cuban muralist and ceramist José Fúster described as the Picasso of the Caribbean (included)
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Enjoy a ride in authentic 1950s American vintage cars on your way to dine at the elegant Café del Oriente (included)
- Free evening to explore the city
Day 4 – Monday :: Say goodbye to Cuba – for now
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Transfer to Havana’s José Martí Airport
- Air departures
- Missing Cuba so much already
Itinerary summary
Day 1 – Friday :: Say hello to Cuba!
- Arrival at José Martí International Airport
- Change money into Cuban Convertible Pesos while waiting for luggage
- Meet your guide and bus driver after you exit Cuban customs
- Transfer to your hotel in the heart of Havana's entertainment district
- Hotel check-in and welcome cocktail
- Time to rest and freshen up
- Group welcome dinner with guide at renowned Restaurante El Aljibe (included)
- Attend the fabulous Buena Vista Social tour performance (men must wear shoes and pants)
Day 2 – Saturday :: Old Havana and Hemingway’s house
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Guided walking tour of the four historic plazas in Old Havana
- Visit the Museum of Rum
- Visit Almacenes de Depósito San José, a giant arts and crafts market
- Lunch at the private restaurant Mojito-Mojito. Ideally situated in Plaza Vieja, its friendly atmosphere, and delicious food makes it rank high on TripAdvisor. The restaurant's slogan: "A single mojito is not enough."
- Visit Ernest Hemingway’s Finca Vigía museum displaying his library, manuscripts and personal effects
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Dinner at one of the best private restaurants El Ajiaco for authentic Cuban country-side cuisine (included)
- Attend El Cañonazo, the 9 PM Cannon Firing Ceremony with Cubans
Day 3 – Sunday :: Education and the arts
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Open discussion on "Cuban Society Today" led by a longtime member of the Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba
- Seafood lunch at the private studio of acclaimed Cuban muralist and ceramist José Fúster described as the Picasso of the Caribbean (included)
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Enjoy a ride in authentic 1950s American vintage cars on your way to dine at the elegant Café del Oriente (included)
- Free evening to explore the city
Day 4 – Monday :: Say goodbye to Cuba – for now
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Transfer to Havana’s José Martí Airport
- Air departures
- Missing Cuba so much already
Itinerary summary
Day 1 – Friday :: Say hello to Cuba!
- Arrival at José Martí International Airport
- Change money into Cuban Convertible Pesos while waiting for luggage
- Meet your guide and bus driver after you exit Cuban customs
- Transfer to your hotel in the heart of Havana's entertainment district
- Hotel check-in and welcome cocktail
- Time to rest and freshen up
- Group welcome dinner with guide at renowned Restaurante El Aljibe (included)
- Attend the fabulous Buena Vista Social tour performance (men must wear shoes and pants)
Day 2 – Saturday :: Old Havana and Hemingway’s house
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Guided walking tour of the four historic plazas in Old Havana
- Visit the Museum of Rum
- Visit Almacenes de Depósito San José, a giant arts and crafts market
- Lunch at the private restaurant Mojito-Mojito. Ideally situated in Plaza Vieja, its friendly atmosphere, and delicious food makes it rank high on TripAdvisor. The restaurant's slogan: "A single mojito is not enough."
- Visit Ernest Hemingway’s Finca Vigía museum displaying his library, manuscripts and personal effects
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Dinner at one of the best private restaurants El Ajiaco for authentic Cuban country-side cuisine (included)
- Attend El Cañonazo, the 9 PM Cannon Firing Ceremony with Cubans
Day 3 – Sunday :: Education and the arts
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Open discussion on "Cuban Society Today" led by a longtime member of the Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba
- Seafood lunch at the private studio of acclaimed Cuban muralist and ceramist José Fúster described as the Picasso of the Caribbean (included)
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Enjoy a ride in authentic 1950s American vintage cars on your way to dine at the elegant Café del Oriente (included)
- Free evening to explore the city
Day 4 – Monday :: Say goodbye to Cuba – for now
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Transfer to Havana’s José Martí Airport
- Air departures
- Missing Cuba so much already
Itinerary summary
Day 1 – Friday :: Say hello to Cuba!
- Arrival at José Martí International Airport
- Change money into Cuban Convertible Pesos while waiting for luggage
- Meet your guide and bus driver after you exit Cuban customs
- Transfer to your hotel in the heart of Havana's entertainment district
- Hotel check-in and welcome cocktail
- Time to rest and freshen up
- Group welcome dinner with guide at renowned Restaurante El Aljibe (included)
- Attend the fabulous Buena Vista Social tour performance (men must wear shoes and pants)
Day 2 – Saturday :: Old Havana and Hemingway’s house
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Guided walking tour of the four historic plazas in Old Havana
- Visit the Museum of Rum
- Visit Almacenes de Depósito San José, a giant arts and crafts market
- Lunch at the private restaurant Mojito-Mojito. Ideally situated in Plaza Vieja, its friendly atmosphere, and delicious food makes it rank high on TripAdvisor. The restaurant's slogan: "A single mojito is not enough."
- Visit Ernest Hemingway’s Finca Vigía museum displaying his library, manuscripts and personal effects
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Dinner at one of the best private restaurants El Ajiaco for authentic Cuban country-side cuisine (included)
- Attend El Cañonazo, the 9 PM Cannon Firing Ceremony with Cubans
Day 3 – Sunday :: Education and the arts
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Open discussion on "Cuban Society Today" led by a longtime member of the Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba
- Seafood lunch at the private studio of acclaimed Cuban muralist and ceramist José Fúster described as the Picasso of the Caribbean (included)
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Enjoy a ride in authentic 1950s American vintage cars on your way to dine at the elegant Café del Oriente (included)
- Free evening to explore the city
Day 4 – Monday :: Say goodbye to Cuba – for now
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Transfer to Havana’s José Martí Airport
- Air departures
- Missing Cuba so much already
Itinerary summary
Day 1 – Friday :: Say hello to Cuba!
- Arrival at José Martí International Airport
- Change money into Cuban Convertible Pesos while waiting for luggage
- Meet your guide and bus driver after you exit Cuban customs
- Transfer to your hotel in the heart of Havana's entertainment district
- Hotel check-in and welcome cocktail
- Time to rest and freshen up
- Group welcome dinner with guide at renowned Restaurante El Aljibe (included)
- Attend the fabulous Buena Vista Social tour performance (men must wear shoes and pants)
Day 2 – Saturday :: Old Havana and Hemingway’s house
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Guided walking tour of the four historic plazas in Old Havana
- Visit the Museum of Rum
- Visit Almacenes de Depósito San José, a giant arts and crafts market
- Lunch at the private restaurant Mojito-Mojito. Ideally situated in Plaza Vieja, its friendly atmosphere, and delicious food makes it rank high on TripAdvisor. The restaurant's slogan: "A single mojito is not enough."
- Visit Ernest Hemingway’s Finca Vigía museum displaying his library, manuscripts and personal effects
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Dinner at one of the best private restaurants El Ajiaco for authentic Cuban country-side cuisine (included)
- Attend El Cañonazo, the 9 PM Cannon Firing Ceremony with Cubans
Day 3 – Sunday :: Education and the arts
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Open discussion on "Cuban Society Today" led by a longtime member of the Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba
- Visit to Santacana private workshop. The Studio and Workshop of Beatriz Santacana exhibits the artist's ceramic sculptures, paintings, and drawings. An artwork focused on everyday people is all over the place creating a captivating world of shapes and feelings while the artist spreads more of her magic working at her studio. Also, the great variety of her ceramic murals, plates, vases, glazed tiles and mosaics, creates a bright and welcoming atmosphere.
- Lunch at Restaurant La Ferminia (included)
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Enjoy a ride in authentic 1950s American vintage cars on your way to dine at the elegant Café del Oriente (included)
- Free evening to explore the city
Day 4 – Monday :: Say goodbye to Cuba – for now
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Transfer to Havana’s José Martí Airport
- Air departures
- Missing Cuba so much already
Itinerary summary
Day 1 – Friday :: Say hello to Cuba!
- Arrival at José Martí International Airport
- Change money into Cuban Convertible Pesos while waiting for luggage
- Meet your guide and bus driver after you exit Cuban customs
- Transfer to your hotel in the heart of Havana's entertainment district
- Hotel check-in and welcome cocktail
- Time to rest and freshen up
- Group welcome dinner with guide at renowned Restaurante El Aljibe (included)
- Attend the fabulous Buena Vista Social tour performance (men must wear shoes and pants)
Day 2 – Saturday :: Old Havana and Hemingway’s house
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Guided walking tour of the four historic plazas in Old Havana
- Visit the Museum of Rum
- Visit Almacenes de Depósito San José, a giant arts and crafts market
- Lunch at the private restaurant Mojito-Mojito. Ideally situated in Plaza Vieja, its friendly atmosphere, and delicious food makes it rank high on TripAdvisor. The restaurant's slogan: "A single mojito is not enough."
- Visit Ernest Hemingway’s Finca Vigía museum displaying his library, manuscripts and personal effects
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Dinner at one of the best private restaurants El Ajiaco for authentic Cuban country-side cuisine (included)
- Attend El Cañonazo, the 9 PM Cannon Firing Ceremony with Cubans
Day 3 – Sunday :: Education and the arts
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Open discussion on "Cuban Society Today" led by a longtime member of the Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba
- Visit to Santacana private workshop. The Studio and Workshop of Beatriz Santacana exhibits the artist's ceramic sculptures, paintings, and drawings. An artwork focused on everyday people is all over the place creating a captivating world of shapes and feelings while the artist spreads more of her magic working at her studio. Also, the great variety of her ceramic murals, plates, vases, glazed tiles and mosaics, creates a bright and welcoming atmosphere.
- Lunch at Restaurant La Ferminia (included)
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Enjoy a ride in authentic 1950s American vintage cars on your way to dine at the elegant Café del Oriente (included)
- Free evening to explore the city
Day 4 – Monday :: Say goodbye to Cuba – for now
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Transfer to Havana’s José Martí Airport
- Air departures
- Missing Cuba so much already
Itinerary summary
Day 1 – Friday :: Say hello to Cuba!
- Arrival at José Martí International Airport
- Change money into Cuban Convertible Pesos while waiting for luggage
- Meet your guide and bus driver after you exit Cuban customs
- Transfer to your hotel in the heart of Havana's entertainment district
- Hotel check-in and welcome cocktail
- Time to rest and freshen up
- Group welcome dinner with guide at renowned Restaurante El Aljibe (included)
- Attend the fabulous Buena Vista Social tour performance (men must wear shoes and pants)
Day 2 – Saturday :: Old Havana and Hemingway’s house
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Guided walking tour of the four historic plazas in Old Havana
- Visit the Museum of Rum
- Visit Almacenes de Depósito San José, a giant arts and crafts market
- Lunch at the private restaurant Mojito-Mojito. Ideally situated in Plaza Vieja, its friendly atmosphere, and delicious food makes it rank high on TripAdvisor. The restaurant's slogan: "A single mojito is not enough."
- Visit Ernest Hemingway’s Finca Vigía museum displaying his library, manuscripts and personal effects
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Dinner at one of the best private restaurants El Ajiaco for authentic Cuban country-side cuisine (included)
- Attend El Cañonazo, the 9 PM Cannon Firing Ceremony with Cubans
Day 3 – Sunday :: Education and the arts
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Open discussion on "Cuban Society Today" led by a longtime member of the Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba
- Seafood lunch at the private studio of acclaimed Cuban muralist and ceramist José Fúster described as the Picasso of the Caribbean (included)
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Enjoy a ride in authentic 1950s American vintage cars on your way to dine at the elegant Café del Oriente (included)
- Free evening to explore the city
Day 4 – Monday :: Say goodbye to Cuba – for now
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Transfer to Havana’s José Martí Airport
- Air departures
- Missing Cuba so much already
Itinerary summary
Day 1 – Friday :: Say hello to Cuba!
- Arrival at José Martí International Airport
- Change money into Cuban Convertible Pesos while waiting for luggage
- Meet your guide and bus driver after you exit Cuban customs
- Transfer to your hotel in the heart of Havana's entertainment district
- Hotel check-in and welcome cocktail
- Time to rest and freshen up
- Group welcome dinner with guide at renowned Restaurante El Aljibe (included)
- Attend the fabulous Buena Vista Social tour performance (men must wear shoes and pants)
Day 2 – Saturday :: Old Havana and Hemingway’s house
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Guided walking tour of the four historic plazas in Old Havana
- Visit the Museum of Rum
- Visit Almacenes de Depósito San José, a giant arts and crafts market
- Lunch at the private restaurant Mojito-Mojito. Ideally situated in Plaza Vieja, its friendly atmosphere, and delicious food makes it rank high on TripAdvisor. The restaurant's slogan: "A single mojito is not enough."
- Visit Ernest Hemingway’s Finca Vigía museum displaying his library, manuscripts and personal effects
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Dinner at one of the best private restaurants El Ajiaco for authentic Cuban country-side cuisine (included)
- Attend El Cañonazo, the 9 PM Cannon Firing Ceremony with Cubans
Day 3 – Sunday :: Education and the arts
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Open discussion on "Cuban Society Today" led by a longtime member of the Union of Writers and Artists of Cuba
- Seafood lunch at the private studio of acclaimed Cuban muralist and ceramist José Fúster described as the Picasso of the Caribbean (included)
- Return to hotel to freshen up
- Enjoy a ride in authentic 1950s American vintage cars on your way to dine at the elegant Café del Oriente (included)
- Free evening to explore the city
Day 4 – Monday :: Say goodbye to Cuba – for now
- Breakfast in hotel (included)
- Transfer to Havana’s José Martí Airport
- Air departures
- Missing Cuba so much already
Costs, dates, book now
Tour cost based on double room occupancy (sharing a double room during tour). Cost of a single room for duration of tour is $200.
| Tour date | Cost | Comments | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 14 to Dec 17, 2018 See itinerary for this date | $ 1649 | Sold Out | |
| Dec 21 to Dec 24, 2018 See itinerary for this date | $ 1849 | Sold Out | |
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| Feb 15 to Feb 18, 2019 See itinerary for this date | $ 1849 $ 1589 | Open for several days | Book now |
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| Oct 4 to Oct 7, 2019 See itinerary for this date | $ 1649 $ 1389 | Book now | |
| Oct 11 to Oct 14, 2019 See itinerary for this date | $ 1649 $ 1389 | Book now | |
| Oct 18 to Oct 21, 2019 See itinerary for this date | $ 1649 $ 1389 | Book now | |
| Oct 25 to Oct 28, 2019 See itinerary for this date | $ 1649 $ 1389 | Book now |
Included in tour cost
Tour meals at your hotel and at fine restaurants
| Day | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Breakfast |  | | | |
| Lunch |  | | ||
| Dinner |  | | |
- Small group size, usually fewer than twelve guests
- Certificate of Legal Cuba Travel in compliance with US Department of Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control regulations (OFAC)
- Havana airport and hotel transfers on tour start and end days
- Quality Cuban hotels
- An expert English speaking guide and tour leader throughout the program
- Modern air-conditioned bus and professional chauffeur
- Bottled water on bus
- All activities, entrance fees, services, speakers and meetings in tour itinerary
- Flexible monthly tour payment options
- Emergency telephone and internet access to America from Cuba
- Cash advances for participants facing money problems while in Cuba
- Participants become Club Cubano alumni and receive future tour discounts
- Ongoing support from our US and Cuban staff before, during and after travel
Not included in cost
- Domestic or international flights. Please see our suggestions for commercial flights to Cuba
- Mandatory Cuban medical insurance (generally included in the cost of US flights to Cuba)
- Mandatory Cuban Visitor Visa. Purchase your Cuban Visitor Visa here
- Gratuities for tour guide, bus driver, chambermaids, restaurant staff, porters. See Cuba tipping guidelines
- We strongly recommend trip interruption and cancellation insurance. We partner with Allianz Global Assistance for Cuba travel peace of mind
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