Cuba Libre & Sailing
13 days
from Havana to Havana
From
$ 2699
Duration13 days
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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Duration: 13 daysService level: Standard
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Starts in: HavanaPhysical Grading: Average
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Ends in: HavanaAges: 12+
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Itinerary
Day 1: Havana
Start place: Havana
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.
It is important to note that Cuba tends to be quite different to other areas of the world you may have travelled in. Buildings and infrastructure are generally old and may not have been maintained to the highest standard. Elevators, internet and A/C often break down, things happen very slowly and water pressure and hot water can be minimal. Cuba is an amazing place to visit but to fully enjoy and relax, western expectations should be left at home and your sense of adventure should be your guide.
End place: Havana
Day 2: Havana/Soroa
Start place: Havana
Travel into the Pinar del Rio province to the small town of Viñales, beautifully located in a fertile valley surrounded by the unusual mogotes, or limestone pincushion hills.
Set off in the morning to explore the street art around Callejon de Hammel and Jaimanitas in Havana. Travel to the Unesco Biosphere Reserve of Las Terrazas to take in the beautiful area before continuing onto Soroa for the night.
Meals: B
Day 3: Soroa/Viñales
Travel into the Pinar del Rio province to the small town of Viñales, beautifully located in a fertile valley surrounded by the unusual mogotes, or limestone pincushion hills.
Travel to Viñales, stopping en route to visit one of the most successful tobacco farms in Cuba. Get familiar with surrounds on an orientation walk, then spend time exploring the beautiful valley.
Meals: B
Day 4: Viñales
Enjoy a free day in the area. Opt to go caving, hiking, biking, or just relax and enjoy the beautiful views of the valley.
Meals: B
Day 5: Viñales/Havana
Travel back to Havana, and walk through Old Havana with the CEO. Enjoy a final night in the city with the group.
End place: Havana
Meals: B
Day 6: Havana/Cienfuegos
Start place: Havana
Today, meet new members of the group at a 3pm meeting. Please ensure to attend this meeting as the group will depart for Cienfuegos immediately after.
Enjoy free time in Havana before heading to Cienfuegos in the afternoon to spend the first night aboard the catamaran.
End place: Cienfuegos
Meals: D
Day 7: Cienfuegos/Canarreos Archipelago
Start place: Cienfuegos
Wake to breakfast and new surroundings on the way to the Canarreos Archipelago.
End place: Archipielago de Los Canarreos
Meals: B, L, D
Day 8: Canarreos Archipelago
Start place: Archipielago de Los Canarreos
Today we begin to explore some of the the Caribbeans most beautiful islands.
Composed of approximately 350 islets, the islands are known to be more rustic and quiet than many of the other popular Cuban travel destinations.
Relax and enjoy the warm Caribbean air, or take the opportunity to fish. The cook will happily prepare any fish that are caught.
Composed of approximately 350 islets, the islands are known to be more rustic and quiet than many of the other popular Cuban travel destinations.
Relax and enjoy the warm Caribbean air, or take the opportunity to fish. The cook will happily prepare any fish that are caught.
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.
End place: Archipielago de Los Canarreos
Meals: B, L, D
Day 9-11: Canarreos Archipelago
Start place: Archipielago de Los Canarreos
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.
End place: Archipielago de Los Canarreos
Meals: B, L, D
Day 12: Canarreos Archipelago/Cienfuegos
Start place: Archipielago de Los Canarreos
After arriving back in Cienfuegos, the CEO will be happy to show the group town by foot. Relax at the end of the evening while taking in the local sites of this rustic town.
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.
End place: Cienfuegos
Meals: B, D
Day 13: Cienfuegos/Havana
Start place: Cienfuegos
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.
End place: Havana
Meals: B
Inclusions
Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Local Living Moment: Havana Homestay, Havana
- Arrival transfer
- Havana street art walk
- Las Terrazas biosphere reserve visit
- Tobacco farm visit (Pinar del Rio)
- Viñales orientation walk
- Walk through Old Havana with the CEO
- Revolution Square visit (Havana)
- Free time in Viñales
- 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
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Transport
Private van, 24m (82 ft) sailing catamaran -
Accommodation
Casas particulares (homestays) (5 nts), Catamaran (twin/double bed cabins with shared bathrooms) (7 nts)