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Cuba Libre & Sailing
15 days, Havana to Havana
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Roaming over its green hills or sailing along its tiny, white-sanded islands, you’ll wonder what took you so long to see "the other Cuba." This unique combo adventure on land and water will take you places most people don’t know even exist. Meander through the lush, laid back communities of Cuba’s "Garden Province" and dive into local culture for a night at a unique homestay. Sail aboard a catamaran to tour (and lay on) the secluded beaches of the thinly populated Canarreos Archipelago islands. Experience life in the sun you’ve always hoped was real.
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Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 16, avg 12.
Age requirement: 16+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Havana to Havana
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Trip Code: CCVL
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Itinerary Notes
Right now is an exciting time in Cuba with rapidly changing legislation and local conditions. Cuba has seen a massive increase in tourism lately, which has put a strain on local tourist infrastructure. While we will strive to operate our tours as closely to published itineraries as possible, conditions often change from one day to the next, and minor tour modifications may be necessary with no advance notice.
Itinerary
Day 1Havana
Arrive at any time. An arrival transfer is included to the tour's starting point, a "casa particular" (Cuban home used as a bed and breakfast), for an authentic Cuban experience.
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Your Welcome Moment Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group| Your Local Living Moment Havana HomestayDay 2Havana/Viñales
Travel to Viñales. Get familiar with surrounds on an orientation walk, then spend time exploring the beautiful valley.
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BreakfastDay 3Viñales
Enjoy a free day in the area. Opt to go caving, hiking, biking, or just relax and enjoy the beautiful views of the valley.
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BreakfastDay 4Viñales/María la Gorda
Travel to María la Gorda, a UNESCO beach town, visiting a cigar factory en route. Opt to go on a sunset boat ride, go snorkelling, or relax on the beach.
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BreakfastDay 5María la Gorda
Enjoy an excursion to Cabo San Antonio with a stop at the Roncalí lighthouse.
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BreakfastDay 6María la Gorda/Las Terrazas
Travel to Las Terrazas and enjoy the stunning scenery in this UNESCO biosphere reserve known for its flora and fauna.
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BreakfastDay 7Las Terrazas/Havana
Travel back to Havana, and walk through Old Havana wth the CEO. Enjoy a final night in the city with the group.
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BreakfastDay 8Havana/Cienfuegos
Enjoy free time in Havana before heading to Cienfuegos in the afternoon to spend the first night aboard the catamaran.
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DinnerDay 9Cienfuegos/Canarreos Archipelago
Wake to breakfast and new surroundings on the way to the Canarreos Archipelago.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 10Canarreos Archipelago
Travel through the islands of the Canarreos Archipelago and spend the next five days soaking in everything these island communities have to offer. Discover paradise among the rustic, sparsely populated islands, go snorkelling, explore secluded beaches or simply relax on deck.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDays 11–13Canarreos Archipelago
Explore the remote and beautiful islands of the Canarreos Archipelago. Snorkel the crystal-clear waters in search of colourful fish, relax on the beach, and dine on some of the best seafood you’ll ever have.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 14Canarreos Archipelago/Cienfuegos
Wake up and admire the view from the lighthouse in Cayo Guano. Enjoy one last snorkel before sailing back from the Canarreos Archipelago to the town of Cienfuegos. Enjoy some final time on deck, and keep an eye out for fish and other marine life along the way.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 15Cienfuegos/Havana
Depart Cienfuegos after breakfast and arrive back into Havana around midday when the trip will end. After being dropped off at the hotel your CEO will be able to help with onward travel arrangements.
Meals included:
BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Local Living Moment: Havana Homestay, Havana
- Arrival transfer
- Cigar factory tour (Pinar del Rio)
- Cabo San Antonio excursion including Roncalí Lighthouse
- Beach time (María La Gorda)
- Las Terrazas visit
- Havana orientation walk
- Informal Spanish lesson
- Sailing aboard a catamaran through the islands of Canarreos Archipelago in southern Cuba (6 nts)
- Snorkelling, kayaking, and fishing equipment
- Bath and beach towels aboard the boat
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels/casas particulares (homestays) (7 nts), twin/double bed cabins with shared bathrooms (7 nts).
Meals
13 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners
Allow USD320-420 for meals not included. While on board, drinks are available for an additional charge. Non-alcoholic beverages, spirits, and beer are available for 1-2CUC, and bottles of wine are available for 10CUC.
Transportation
Private van, 24m (82 ft) sailing catamaran.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO). Local guides. Skipper and assistant/cook while sailing.
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.