Cuba: Colonial Cities & Afro-Caribbean Roots Trail (7 Days)
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Duration 7 days
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Type City Tour
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Group Size 50 Peoples
Overview
Theme: Music + Living History
Cuba is a time capsule of Spanish colonial grandeur, Afro-Caribbean mysticism, vintage Cadillacs, and revolutionary echoes. From the cobbled streets of Old Havana to the pastel mansions of Trinidad and the lush Valle de Viñales, this journey captures the rhythm, color, and resilience of a culture like no other.
Included & Excluded
Arrive at José Martí International Airport and transfer to your casa particular (Cuban-style guesthouse) in Old Havana Guided walking tour through Havana Vieja: Plaza de la Catedral, Obispo Street, El Floridita Dinner at a paladar (private restaurant) with live son music and mojito tasting Overnight in Havana
Visit Revolution Square, Museo de la Revolución, and Hemingway’s home at Finca Vigía Ride in a classic 1950s convertible through Miramar and Malecón boulevard Optional visit to the National Art Museum or cigar factory Evening salsa performance at Casa de la Música or Fabrica de Arte Cubano Overnight in Havana
Drive along the southern coast with a snorkeling stop at Playa Larga (Bay of Pigs) Visit the Museo Girón for history of the 1961 invasion Arrive in Trinidad and settle into a colonial guesthouse Dinner with local rum tasting and a rooftop view of the city’s tiled rooftops
Walking tour of Plaza Mayor, Cantero Palace, and colonial mansions Visit a Santería temple and learn about Afro-Cuban spiritual traditions Join a percussion or dance workshop with a local artist Evening music at Casa de la Trova with salsa and son ensembles Overnight in Trinidad
Morning excursion to the Valley of the Sugar Mills – a UNESCO heritage site Climb the Manaca Iznaga tower for panoramic views Afternoon beach break at Playa Ancón with turquoise waters and fresh seafood lunch Return to Trinidad for leisure time and optional pottery market visit Overnight in Trinidad
Drive north with a stop in Cienfuegos — the “Pearl of the South” Visit the Palacio de Valle and stroll the French-inspired boulevards Arrive in Havana and check into your guesthouse Farewell dinner with live bolero music and Cuban desserts
Transfer to José Martí International Airport for your flight
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