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Benefits of taking a guided tour to Cuba

Benefits of Taking a Guided Tour to Cuba

For the better part of 50 years, the enigmatic island nation of Cuba has remained all but off limits to most American travelers. But now it’s open for U.S. travelers to visit legally, with a licensed tour operator such as insightCuba. From handling all logistics to recommending the best paladares in Havana, here are some of the top benefits of taking a guided tour to this fascinating country.

It’s legal. It’s no longer necessary for Americans to take a risky – and illegal – trip to Cuba via Mexico or Canada. Instead, they can opt for a legal, licensed excursion with tour operators such as insightCuba. Such operators must adhere to a rigorous government licensing program that handles all of the necessary legal requirements, from your visa to your authorization letter.

All travel logistics are taken care of. From handling passports to organizing the daily tours to booking hotels rooms, the tour operator handles every last detail of planning your trip. And in a country like Cuba, where business takes place at a much slower (and more sporadic) pace than in the United States, that’s a big bonus for any traveler.

You’ll see Cuba alongside a local guide. InsightCuba works closely with a group of local Cuban guides who can give personal insight about what it’s really like to live in Cuba. There’s no more authentic way to experience the island.

You can take your pick of experiences. From seeing Cuba via fascinating perspectives from land and by sea, to taking a toe-tapping immersion into the country’s rich musical history, traveling with a guide like insightCuba allows you to pick a trip that’s tailored to your interests. Choose from our selection of Small Group and Specialty Cuba tours.

You’ll meet other like-minded travelers. As you’re enjoying the beauty and spirit of Cuba and its locals, you’ll also be getting to know your fellow travelers, who can enrich your experience in unexpected ways. Many of our guests say they start off as strangers and leave as friends.

Photos courtesy of Robin Thom.

* Advertised prices are per person, based on double occupancy; single occupancy rooms may be available for an additional charge. Advertised prices are the best available based on the least expensive travel dates, departure city, and other options, and do not include optional excursions or other optional items. Your total price will vary based upon options you select during the booking process. Prices and availability subject to change.

^† The Carefree Booking policy is not travel insurance. With our Carefree Booking policy, if you book one of our scheduled departures and decide later not to travel for any reason, you can transfer all payments you've made excluding the cost of any issued flight tickets, towards another available departure date or package, with no change fees or penalties. Alternately, you can choose to receive a future travel credit for all payments made, excluding the cost of any issued flight tickets; or you can choose to receive a refund for that same amount, minus the deposit, per person future travel credit. You may use these credits anytime, however they must be used or transferred within 5 years of your bookings, and some restrictions apply. Travel protection premiums may be credited to your new tour provided: no claim is filed; (no vendor penalties such as Air, sea or rail etc have been incurred); and your new trip departs within 1 year of the cancellation of your original tour. Valid for bookings made on or after August 2, 2022. Changes or cancellations requested after final payment due date are subject to our regular change and cancellation fees & policies. For more information and some additional restrictions, see our terms & conditions.

^†† $199 deposit available on select packages. Valid for new bookings only. Changes to your package, departure date, or flights may require an increased deposit. See additional terms & conditions.

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