Day 1: Arrival in Havana
Arrival at Havana airport. Transfer to the hotel Plaza.
Day 2:
The day starts with sightseeing in Havana. The excursion will take you through the historical centre of
the city that has been recognised by UNESCO as part of the world’s cultural heritage. For a real feast of
the senses visit the famous restaurants La Bodeguita del Medio or La Floridita, where Hemingway used
to sip on his Mojito or Daiquiri. After a visit to the Rum Museum of Havana Club you will be served
your lunch in a typical local restaurant. Overnight at hotel Plaza.
(breakfast, lunch)
Day 3:
After breakfast you will set off in the direction of Cienfuegos, which is often referred to as the pearl of
the South. On the way there you will visit Guamá. From there you will set off on a boat trip through
Laguna del Tresoro (the Treasure Lake) that lies in a picturesque landscape with many water canals,
mangrove forests and palms. You will also be able to visit a village reconstructed in Taíno‐Indians’ style
and a crocodile farm. You can opt for lunch in a typical local restaurant. After this you can explore the
city of Cienfuegos situated in the beautiful Cienfuegos bay. You can admire the neo‐classical
architecture of the city and visit Tetro Terry and Palacio del Valle.
Then you will proceed to Villa Guajimico, where you will be accommodated overnight.
(breakfast)
Day 4:
After check‐out you will travel to Sierra de Escambray. At the health resort Topes de Collantes naturelovers
will be rewarded: many rare rain forest plants and animals can be found there. We offer various
trips on foot or on horseback, during which you can discover scenic landscapes with waterfalls and
picturesque ‘fincas’. Before you go on to Trinidad, you will be served a delicious lunch in a typical local
restaurant.
In Trinidad you will stay at the hotel Las Cuevas.
(breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day 5:
Today you can explore Trinidad on your own. It was built in the 18th century and just walking through
its streets can feel as if time stands still there. Don’t forget to try the typical local drink Canchánchara.
(breakfast, dinner)
Day 6:
After breakfast you will travel to Varadero. On the way you will visit the town Sancti Spíritus, the first
settlement in the Caribbean. This small town is located between cattle fields and sugar cane
plantations and has a fascinating colonial heritage. You will dine at one of the town’s charming
restaurants. After lunch you will go on to Santa Clara. There you will be able to see an interesting site –
the mausoleum, where Che’s mortal remains are kept. In the evening you will arrive at the beach
paradise of Varadero, where you will check‐in into your room in the all‐inclusive hotel Villa Tortuga.
(breakfast, all inclusive)
Day 7: Departure
You can spend a relaxing day at the beach of Varadero. In the afternoon, transport will take you to the
airport in Havana in time for your flight back home, or you continue with other holiday arrangement.
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