Penguin Travel

Feel the joy and pleasures of life with every inch of your body. The trip will take us to the famous old colonial towns of Havana and Trinidad, while en route touch the pulse of the Cuban countryside life. Caribbean emotionality, rum, cigars, endless beaches, coral reefs and the contagious rhythm of Cuban music are generously present throughout the tour. The experience ends at the fantastic beach of Varadero, where at laid-back atmosphere you can compare the well known stereotypes of Cuba with the collected memories of real Cuba today. It is an excellent way to discover in-depth the Cuban spirit and lifestyle.

Tour Highlights

Visit of the splendid Old Havana and sightseening the modern part of the Cuban capital; Walk along the cobble streets of colonial Trinidad; Numeours activities at the golden beaches of Varadero;

Departure dates:
14 November 2010

Price without flight ticket:   1220.00 EUR

 

Trip plan:
 

Day 1: Arrival at Jose Marti Airport and transfer to hotel. Before long Havana has been the last port, a final resupply point for the Spanish ships leaving the New World and returning to the Old. In subsequent centuries it has grown in wealth, size and prominence.
Day 2: In the morning sightseeing Old Havana on foot. The tour includes visits to the four old squares Plaza de Armas, San Francisco De Asis, Plaza Vieja and Cathedral, the museum of Rum and hotel Ambos Mundos, where Hemingway lived. Free time in the afternoon. Return to hotel and dinner.

Day 3: City tour by bus of modern Havana, includes panoramic visit of the Revolution Square. Visit of Colon Cemetery. Drive to other modern areas of Havana like Vedado and Miramar neighborhoods. Optional lunch. Free time. Dinner at the hotel.

Day 4: Transfer to Playa Giron and Zapata Peninsula (250 km). En route visit a crocodile farm and the Aldea Taina, a re-creation of Native Arawakan Indian village. The fantastic settlement’s reproduction is in Lake Guam and is reached by boat. In the afternoon a tour in the little Museum Playa Giron, depicting the history of the Bay of Pigs invasion and battles. Continue to Cienfuegos.
Day 5: Free day to enjoy nautical activities in the hotel: snorkeling, diving, kayaks, catamaran and also possibilities of a trekking in the local cave. Lunch and dinner included in the hotel.

Day 6: Breakfast. Drive to Trinidad. Guided sightseeing Trinidad, includes the visit of La Canchanchara bar and the museum Romantico. Optional lunch. Drive to Ancon beach for accommodation in the hotel.

Day 7: Breakfast. Excursion to the Sugar Mill Valley. Visit of Manaca Iznaga tower. Return to the hotel. Lunch. Free time. Dinner at the hotel
Day 8: Breakfast. Drive to Santa Clara. City tour, includes visits to Che Guevara Mausoleum and the museum of the Armoured Train.

Day 9: Bus to Varadero. En route visit Bellamar Caves, Montserrat hills, Gaviota ranch (incl. lunch). - Hotel Oasis Brises Del Caribe 4* All Inclusive basis

Day 9 - 13: In Varadero

Day 13: After breakfast transfer to Havana for the return flight (170 km).

 

Accomodation and food:   12 nights in 3-star hotels in all places except in Varadero - 4 stars as in the itinearary or similar, half board in Havana, full board in Trinidad and all inclusive in Varadero;

Luggage transport:   Included

Price of extra services:   Single supplement: 125 EUR

Included in the price:   Transfer to/from Jose Marti Airport; entrance fees in all the sights mentioned in the program; local English speaking guide; English speaking tour leader from the agency; accommodation in 3 and 4-star hotels as per itinerary; half board in Havana, full board in Trinidad and all inclusive in Varadero;

Excluded from the price:   Flight tickets to/from Havana, tourist visa, tips, personal expenses

Practical information:    Please, check with the local Cuban Consular Office in your country whether you need a visa and the requirements to obtain it.

Tour difficulty:   A 

No special experience is needed; everyone who is in condition to cope with long Saturday walks in the forest can also cope with these tours. As a rule, the trips are short and at a low altitude. Often, it is your choice to join or skip a day-tour. The routes follow a hilly terrain without steep ascents and descents. Normally we walk 3/5h a day.

Group Size:   Min. 6 persons

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