Any visit to Cuba has to start with Havana. The capital of Cuba is a living museum with its many architectural gems and historical landmarks. The city offers restaurants, bars, music venues, and many unique cultural activities.

The best way to see Havana is on foot since most of its construction was completed well before the arrival of the automobile. Havana is by far the safest city in Latin America and a place where you can feel comfortable and carefree while strolling down its streets. As you tour this intriguing city you will discover something fascinating almost every step of the way.

Day 1 Arrival with airport pick up and transportation to a private home or hotel in the Vedado district.

Day 2 A drive along the scenic malecón or seaside promenade. Walking tour through narrow streets of Old Havana with its 3,000 buildings.  You will experience the neighborhood’s plazas, landmark and rich culture. Havana Viejo was designated a Unesco World Heritage Site in 1982.  It was  founded by the Spanish in 1519 and became a stopping point for the treasure laden Spanish Galleons on the crossing between the New World and the Old World. In the 17th century it was one of the main ship-building centers. The city was built in baroque and neoclassic style. Lunch with live music will be at Hemingway’s old hangout, La Bodeguita del Medio.

Day 3 Downtown Havana with visits to the Museum of the Revolution, Museum of Rum and the new Crafts Fair where you can stock up on souvenirs or artwork. Lunch will be at Hemingway's other stomping ground, el Floridita.   The establishment is famous for its daiquiris and has a life-size statue to Hemingway at the bar. Dinner will beThe 39-story Focsa building is the tallest in Havana and is located in the downtown Vedado district, a few meters from the malecón.The building built in the mid-1950s, became the second tallest building in the world constructed with reinforced concrete. On the 33rd floor is the La Torre bar-restaurant with a tremendous view of the city.

Day 4 City tour of Havana’s neighborhoods Havana Centro, Vedado, Miramar, the Hemingway Marina and  a tour of Casa José Fuster. Lunch will be at the Palanque Restaurant Complex.

Day 5 Departure from José Martí International Airport.

Add-on Tour Option 2

The same itinerary as  Tour 1 with a 2- visit to the province to the beautiful western  province of Pinar of Pinar del Río. While there you will visit the Viñales Valley which is a world Heritage Site. You’ll also see the provinces fertile valleys and steep sided limestone hills calles mogotes. The province also has many caves. (foto of viñales)

Add-on Tour Option 3

The same itinerary as Tour 1  with a two-day visit to Cuba’s famous beach resort, Varadero. It boasts more than 20 km of white sandy beaches, hotels and many recreational activities like scuba diving, deep-sea fishing, yachting and other water sports. 

Prices start at $35 a night for two people (total, not per person) but do not include local tours which we can help you arrange in advance so you take most advantage of your time. Remember, you will be supporting the Cuban people directly and paying them directly at the local rates.