Cuba Tours
The intriguing island nation of Cuba is roughly 780 miles long. It’s a rich, geographically disparate stretch where virgin forests hug rustling tobacco fields, colonial cities sprout from the foot of rugged mountains, and rivers reach blue tentacles around fertile valleys. We wouldn’t blame you if you wanted to see it all.
In fact, that’s exactly why we created the ten-day Undiscovered Cuba Tour. For those of you with a desire to leave no stone unturned, this is the ultimate tour. From the moment you touch ground in Havana, your Cuban guide is here to not only help navigate country roads and labyrinth streets, but to offer a unique perspective and understanding of the place they call home.
NO MORE THAN 12 GUESTS
INTIMATE - ENGAGING - TRANSFORMATIONAL
FLIGHT ARRIVAL
ARRIVAL: José Martí International Airport, Havana*
TOUR START TIME: 6PM with tour orientation
HOTEL CHECK IN: 3PM
*See designated flight and transfer information in the flights to Cuba section, below.
DINING - D
Welcome dinner at Jardin de Milagros
Visit a city street overtaken by odes to a community icon, Papito Valladares, who’s barbershop has gained international notoriety.
PRIVATELY GUIDED-WALKING TOUR OF OLD HAVANA
Explore the oldest parts of Havana, as we walk back in time more than 500 years to the city’s founding.
CRUISING IN PRE-1959 CLASSIC AMERICAN CAR
Hop inside one of Cuba’s iconic vintage cars from 1950s America and cruise along the Malecón in style.
FAMOUS PHOTOGRAPHER- ROBERTO SALAS
Visit one of Cuba’s most influential photographers, Roberto Salas, in his home studio.
DINING - B, L
Breakfast at hotel
Lunch at Cafe del Oriente
MEET-AND-GREET WITH UNIVERSITY PROFESSOR
Join Camilo Garcia, a 20-year veteran of the Ministry of Foreign Relations for a conversation about Cuba’s modern-day diplomacy.
FERRY ACROSS HAVANA HARBOR TO CASABLANCA
Hop a ferry to the hillside town of Casablanca, home to The Christ of Havana sculpture and sweeping views of Old Havana.
MURALEANDO COMMUNITY ART PROJECT
An art project on the outskirts of Havana turned this neighborhood into a gallery of murals, sculptures and more.
BEHIND THE SCENES - CIGAR HUMIDORS
Cuban Cigar boxes can be as masterful as the cigar itself. We’ll meet a group of renowned artists dedicated to handmade humidors.
DINING - B, L
Breakfast at hotel
Lunch at the Muraleando Community Art Project
COMPANIA A LA SOMBRA DE UN ALA
Meet kids from the Compania a la Sombra de un Ala, a community project that helps children develop their theatrical talents.
PIQUETE MELODIAS ANTILANAS & ALEGRÍAS DE VIVIR
Learn the historic song and dance of Cuba from those who know it best.
DINING - B, L, D
Breakfast at hotel
Lunch at La Abdaba
Dinner (special selection)
This plaza, in ruins not long ago, has been restored to its original glory – visited by many for its authentic Cuban feeling.
Get a painter’s perspective on life in Cuba when you meet a local artist in their home studio.
Explore Cuba’s third-largest city, with its culture of clay pots and history of pirate raids, from the back of a bicycle-drawn carriage.
DINING - B, L, D
Breakfast at hotel
Lunch at El Paso
Dinner at Meson del Principe
LA ANDARIEGA CHILDREN’S THEATER COMPANY
Take in a performance by La Andariega Children’s Theater Company, then meet the young actors, their parents and benefactors.
Meet dancers and the director of the Camagüey Ballet company – renowned across Cuba and the world for its classical ballets.
An insightCuba exclusive! Meet young, English-speaking Cubans to discuss life experiences, current events, and whatever comes to mind.
DINING - B, L
Breakfast at hotel
Lunch (special selection)
Visit the historic city of Bayamo, famous for its weekly street party and the Coral de Bayamo – one of Cuba’s most important choirs.
Get hands-on at a pottery making class as you learn to make Camagüey’s traditional earthenware pots – tinajones.
DINING - B, L, D
Breakfast at the hotel
Lunch at the Hotel Royalton, Bayamo
Dinner at the Melia Santiago Hotel
ESTUDIO TALLER ARTE NAIF BAYATE
This unique space is dedicated to Naif Artworks produced by artists without technical training.
PRIVATELY-GUIDED WALKING TOUR OF OLD SANTIAGO DE CUBA
Take a private tour of Cuba’s second largest city, exploring its many political, religious, and cultural sites.
Visit a local farmer’s market, where we’ll get a first-hand look at Cuba’s agricultural revolution.
Watch a performance and learn the basics of Rumba, Cuba’s most recognized dance.
DINING - B, L
Breakfast at hotel
Lunch at Calle Heredia
Break bread with new-found friends as we take an in-home cooking class from local Cubans.
DINING - B, L, D
Breakfast at hotel
Lunch on Cayo Granma at El Cayo
Dinner (special selection)
DINING - B
Breakfast at hotel
FLIGHT DEPARTURE
DEPARTURE: Frank Pais International Airport, Holguin*
TOUR END TIME: 10AM at airport
*See designated flight and transfer information in the flights to Cuba section, below.
Each departure is custom-curated to provide the best experiences possible and from time-to-time specific experiences and/or restaurants may not be available and will be replaced by an item of equal or greater value. A final list of daily experiences and dining options is provided roughly two weeks prior to departure. Each tour provides a full-time schedule of Educational People-to-People exchange or Support for the Cuban People activities and is fully compliant with U.S. Department of Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control regulations regarding travel to Cuba.
Small group size, no more than 12 guests
Three nights at the Meliá Cohiba Hotel in Havana
One night at the Hotel Encanto, Santa Clara
Two nights at the Meliá Gran Hotel in Camaguey
Three nights at the Meliá Santiago Hotel in Santiago de Cuba
Expert Cuban guide and private driver
Transportation and airport transfers*
Exclusive-guided visits and experiences
9 breakfasts, 8 lunches, and 4 dinners
Cuban visa ($99 fee applies)
Certification of travel to Cuba under the U.S. Department of the Treasury general license
Gratuities for luggage handling and restaurants**
24 hour on-tour customer service
ALSO AVAILABLE:
Allianz trip cancellation insurance | Flight concierge service | Room and suite upgrades
*Transfers provided on designated flights only. See flight section below for more information.
**Customary end-of-tour gratuities for the Cuban guide and driver are left to the guest’s discretion and should be based on your satisfaction with the level of service received.
NO MORE THAN 12 GUESTS ON ANY DEPARTURE
WANT TO EXPERIENCE THIS TOUR PRIVATELY? CALL A TRAVEL SPECIALIST AT 800-450-2822
| Date | Double Occupancy (per person) | Single Occupancy | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 16 – Sep 25, 2019 | $4,895 | $5,490 | SOLD OUT | ||
| Oct 21 – Oct 30, 2019 | $4,895 | $5,490 | |||
| Nov 4 – Nov 13, 2019 | $5,095 | $5,690 | |||
| Nov 18 – Nov 29, 2019 | $5,795 | $6,390 |  12 Day Tour | ||
| Dec 23, 2019 – Jan 3, 2020 | $5,995 | $6,590 | Only 8 spots left! | 12 Day Tour. New Year's in Cuba | |
| Dec 30, 2019 – Jan 8, 2020 | $5,295 | $5,890 | New Year's in Cuba | ||
| Jan 20 – Jan 29, 2020 | $5,095 | $5,690 | |||
| Feb 17 – Feb 26, 2020 | $5,095 | $5,690 | |||
| Mar 16 – Mar 25, 2020 | $5,095 | $5,690 | |||
| Apr 13 – Apr 22, 2020 | $5,095 | $5,690 | |||
| May 25 – Jun 3, 2020 | $4,895 | $5,490 | |||
| Jun 29 – Jul 8, 2020 | $4,895 | $5,490 | |||
| Aug 10 – Aug 19, 2020 | $4,895 | $5,490 | |||
| Sep 7 – Sep 16, 2020 | $4,695 | $5,290 | |||
| Oct 12 – Oct 21, 2020 | $4,895 | $5,490 | |||
| Nov 23 – Dec 2, 2020 | $5,095 | $5,690 | |||
| Dec 28, 2020 – Jan 6, 2021 | $5,295 | $5,890 |
GROUP RATES: 5% off land for groups of 5 - 9 guests, and 10% off land for groups of 10 or more guests booked on an already scheduled Small Group tour listed above (not inclusive of private or custom-made tours). Not combinable with any other offer. Will be applied at final payment.
TRAVEL PRIVATELY: Choose your own departure date, and keep the same hotels, inclusions, and daily experiences outlined above. Add $300 per person for a private group of 4-5 guests. For groups of 6 or more guests, the price is the same as the tour price listed below for the month you wish to travel (no group discounts apply). Please note that prices are higher over Christmas and New Year’s. Please call a travel specialist at 800-450-2822 to book your own private tour.
Once you have booked your tour, our flight concierge team will gladly assist you with all your flight needs. Call us at 914-380-8303 or click here for an air quote. Please note that domestic and international flight costs are not included in your tour or travel package.
The recommended flights* for all guests on this tour are:
American Airlines 1447 MIAMI-HAVANA (MIA-HAV)
American Airlines 1345 MIAMI-HAVANA (MIA-HAV)
American Airlines 2705 MIAMI-HAVANA (MIA-HAV)
American Airlines 1482 HOLGUIN-MIAMI (HOG-MIA)
Flight times may vary, please consult the airline's website for the most up to date flight information fon your dates of travel.
*Group airport transfers are included for recommended flights only.
PURCHASING AIR ON YOUR OWN
If you wish, you are welcome to purchase the above recommended flight on your own, however due to two to three-hour transfer times from Santiago de Cuba to the airport in Holguin, we advise ONLY using the recommended flights to ensure you receive a group transfer.
Authorized airlines - Not all airlines are authorized by the U.S. Department of Transportation to fly to and from Cuba. While this information may change, the currently authorized airlines are: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines. Please contact the carrier for up to date flight schedules and routes.
Correct Airport - Please note that flights for this tour arrive in one destination in Cuba and depart from another. If you purchase air on your own, please make sure to book the proper airport or destination. Booking the wrong airport can result in expensive ticket change fees, or airport transfer.
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