Cuba Tours
Explore Habana Vieja | Dine at Bodeguita del Medio, birthplace of the Mojito | Dancing at Callejón de Hamel | Visit a Cigar Factory | Talk with the Editor from Cuba's Popular Magazine | Visit an Artist in her Home Studio | 1 UNESCO World Heritage Site
After clearing immigration and customs at the José Martí International Airport in Havana, you’ll take a short drive to the Meliá Cohiba for hotel check-in and tour orientation.*
For those arriving to Havana early, we suggest you make the most of the day and participate in some self-guided activities. We recommend beginning your travel experience by exploring Havana’s artistic side with a visit to Callejón de Hamel, the Centro Habana alleyway that features musical performances and hundreds of visual-art displays. Continue on to Old Havana and make a stop for a cocktail at La Bodeguita del Medio, a bar and restaurant made famous by Ernest Hemingway—and arguably the birthplace of the mojito, the rum-based drink the author favored.
Later in the day, we’ll celebrate your arrival with a delicious welcome dinner.
Meals | Dinner
*Check-in begins roughly at 3pm ET. The tour start time will vary slightly depending on flight arrivals.
We’ll kick off the day by meeting the editor of a popular Cuban newspaper for a presentation on Cuban social issues, economic reforms, and the impacts of U.S.-Cuba policy in Cuba. Then, you’ll have a very special visit in Centro Habana with a friend and self-taught Cuban artist who opens his home to teach neighborhood children the art of papier-mâché. Then you'll have lunch at a local paladar or private, family-owned restaurant, where you'll be treated to a special performance by a Latin jazz band. After, you'll stop for a visit to a local food co-op a where you’ll see firsthand Cuba’s dual currency at work.
We’ll wrap up the day by visiting a local photographer in his studio to learn more about his art and photography in Cuba. Tonight, you’ll dine on your own at one of Cuba's many delicious paladares. Your insightCuba tour leader, who is an expert in the dining scene, will make the best recommendations.
Meals | Breakfast, Lunch
Begin the day with a walking tour of Old Havana's cobblestone streets, and admire the beautiful sixteenth-century Spanish colonial architecture. Then, meet with local residents in their homes to learn about new private enterprises that are gaining popularity in Cuba.
For lunch, we’ll enjoy a delicious meal at a paladar in Old Havana. After lunch, you’ll visit with an internationally known choral group to participate in an educational exchange.
In the evening, share your favorite stories about your time in Cuba with your travel mates during a farewell dinner.
Meals | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, bid farewell to Cuba as you board your flight home.
Meals | Breakfast
Please note that this itinerary is subject to change. Due to the unique nature of our programming, each departure is custom designed and not every activity listed on this itinerary is always available. Please rest assured that our team in both Cuba and the U.S. take special care in planning each excursion and draws from almost two decades of experience, relationships, and activities to make each itinerary exceptional. Each tour provides a full-time schedule of educational people-to-people exchange activities and is fully compliant with U.S. Department of Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control regulations regarding travel to Cuba. These same regulations provide that guest participation on each tour is mandatory.
Three nights superior accommodations at the Melia Cohiba Hotel in Havana
Experienced insightCuba tour leader
Expert Cuban guide
All meals while in Cuba, except for one paladar evening dining experience on your own
Certification of travel to Cuba under the U.S. Department of the Treasury general license
Small group size (usually 16 or fewer guests; never more than 24)
All entrance fees to scheduled activities and events
All in-country ground transportation and airport transfers via luxury motor coach*
Private Cuban Driver
Fresh bottled water while touring
InsightCuba travel guidebook
24-hour emergency customer service hotline
Gratuities for luggage handling, restaurant service, and programmed activities throughout tour**
Travel health and emergency medical evacuation insurance***
Flight concierge service (flight cost additional)
*Transfers available for group blocks or recommended flight arrival and departure times.
**Customary end-of-tour gratuities for the Cuban guide, driver, and tour leader are left to the guest’s discretion and should be based on your satisfaction with the level of service received.
***Trip-cancellation coverage available for an additional fee through Allianz.
| Date | Double Occupancy (per person) | Cuban Visa | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 28 – Oct 1, 2017 | $3,295 | $99 | SOLD OUT | ||
| Oct 5 – Oct 8, 2017 | $3,295 $3,045 | $99 | SOLD OUT | ||
| Oct 19 – Oct 22, 2017 | $3,295 $3,045 | $99 | |||
| Nov 2 – Nov 5, 2017 | $3,395 | $99 | |||
| Nov 9 – Nov 12, 2017 | $3,395 | $99 | SOLD OUT | ||
| Nov 16 – Nov 19, 2017 | $3,395 $3,145 | $99 | |||
| Nov 23 – Nov 26, 2017 | $3,395 | $99 | |||
| Nov 30 – Dec 3, 2017 | $3,395 $3,145 | $99 | |||
| Dec 7 – Dec 10, 2017 | $3,395 | $99 | CALL NOW 800-450-2822 | ||
| Dec 14 – Dec 17, 2017 | $3,395 | $99 | CALL NOW 800-450-2822 | ||
| Dec 23 – Dec 26, 2017 | $3,595 $3,245 | $99 | |||
| Dec 30, 2017 – Jan 2, 2018 | $3,695 $3,445 | $99 | |||
| Jan 11 – Jan 14, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| Jan 18 – Jan 21, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| Jan 25 – Jan 28, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | CALL NOW 800-450-2822 | ||
| Feb 1 – Feb 4, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| Feb 8 – Feb 11, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | CALL NOW 800-450-2822 | ||
| Feb 15 – Feb 18, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| Feb 22 – Feb 25, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | CALL NOW 800-450-2822 | ||
| Mar 1 – Mar 4, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| Mar 8 – Mar 11, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| Mar 15 – Mar 18, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| Mar 22 – Mar 25, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | CALL NOW 800-450-2822 | ||
| Mar 29 – Apr 1, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| Apr 5 – Apr 8, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | CALL NOW 800-450-2822 | ||
| Apr 12 – Apr 15, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| Apr 19 – Apr 22, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | CALL NOW 800-450-2822 | ||
| Apr 26 – Apr 29, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| May 10 – May 13, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| May 24 – May 27, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| Jun 7 – Jun 10, 2018 | $2,995 | $99 | |||
| Jun 21 – Jun 24, 2018 | $2,995 | $99 | |||
| Jul 5 – Jul 8, 2018 | $2,995 | $99 | |||
| Jul 19 – Jul 22, 2018 | $2,995 | $99 | |||
| Aug 2 – Aug 5, 2018 | $2,995 | $99 | |||
| Aug 16 – Aug 19, 2018 | $2,995 | $99 | |||
| Aug 30 – Sep 2, 2018 | $2,995 | $99 | |||
| Sep 13 – Sep 16, 2018 | $2,895 | $99 | |||
| Sep 27 – Sep 30, 2018 | $2,995 | $99 | |||
| Oct 11 – Oct 14, 2018 | $2,995 | $99 | |||
| Oct 25 – Oct 28, 2018 | $2,995 | $99 | |||
| Nov 8 – Nov 11, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| Nov 15 – Nov 18, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| Nov 22 – Nov 25, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| Nov 29 – Dec 2, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| Dec 6 – Dec 9, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| Dec 13 – Dec 16, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| Dec 20 – Dec 23, 2018 | $3,195 | $99 | |||
| Dec 27 – Dec 30, 2018 | $3,395 | $99 | |||
| Dec 30, 2018 – Jan 2, 2019 | $3,595 | $99 |
NEW!! PREPAYMENT DISCOUNT: Pay in full at the time of booking and receive $200 OFF the full price! *Must book 120 days in advance of the departure date. This may not be combined with any other promotions. Normal terms and conditions apply.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: For single-occupancy pricing for dates prior to Oct 5, 2017, add $1100. For all dates, from Oct 5, 2017 and onward, add $995.
Group Rates: 5% off land for groups of 5 - 9 guests. 10% off land for groups of 10 or more.
Not combinable with any other offer or a private group. Will be applied at final payment.
Once you have booked your tour, our flight concierge will gladly assist you with all of your flight needs. Call us at 914-380-8303 or click here for an air quote.
The recommended flights* for all guests on this tour are:
American 1447 MIAMAI-HAVANA (MIA-HAV)
American 1334 HAVANA-MIAMI (HAV-MIA)
Flight times may vary, please consult the airline's website for the most up to date flight information on your particular dates of travel.
*Group airport transfers are included for recommended flights only.
Visit our Flights to Cuba page for important information on the best way to book your flights, non-recommended flights, as well as group airport transfers. Please note that the tour you have chosen is a land based tour only, flights costs and Cuban visas are not included in your tour package.
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