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Classic Havana Mini Adventure
3 days, Havana to Havana
Itinerary Notes
Right now is an exciting time in Cuba with rapidly changing legislation and local conditions. Cuba has seen a massive increase in tourism lately, which has put a strain on local tourist infrastructure. While we will strive to operate our tours as closely to published itineraries as possible, conditions often change from one day to the next, and minor tour modifications may be necessary with no advance notice.
Itinerary
Day 1Havana
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.
Arrive in Havana at any time and transfer your casa particular. One of the oldest cities in the western hemisphere, Havana was designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1982. It contains a wealth of colonial architecture, and the old city and streets around the malecon (ocean-side walkway) are best discovered on foot.
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.
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Arrival Transfer
You will be met at the airport and transferred to the start location to start your adventure. Please note, the included arrival transfer is from Havana's José Martí International Airport (HAV). If you are flying into Varadero (VRA) you will need to pre-pay a supplement to receive a transfer. Please reach out to your G Adventures booking agent for pricing and availability.
Your Local Living Moment: Havana Homestay
Live amongst the locals in this “casa particular”, Cuba’s equivalent of a bed & breakfast homestay. Learn about the lifestyle, culture and real-life realities of our hosts. More intimate than a hotel, experience a slice of Cuban life as it’s actually lived.
Day 2Havana
This morning discover the vibrant backstreets of some of Havana’s less visited barrios and catch a glimpse into daily life. Visit a ‘bodega’ ration store, a local market and take a taxi ride in a classic ‘almendron’ 1950s car. Learn more about classic Cuban exports at Havana’s rum museum, and then finish at the Palacio de La Artesania to explore Cuba's tobacco and cigar making industry. Finish with a cocktail at a favourite bar and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.
Havana Alternative Walking Tour
Set out to discover the vibrant backstreets of some of Havana’s less visited barrios on an alternative walking tour where we'll earn all about the peculiarities of Cuban society, its economy and the way of life for residents. Visit a ‘bodega’ ration store, a market selling fruit and vegetables in the local ‘Moneda Nacional’ currency and get the chance to meet people along the way. Also get our dose of some classic Cuban exports as we visit Havana’s rum museum, and then finish at the Palacio de La Artesania to learn about Cuba’s famous tobacco and cigar making industry. At some stage during the day your CEO will arrange for a taxi ride in a classic ‘almendron’ 1950s car, the transport of choice for many Habaneros and an authentic way to take in the city’s backstreets. Finish the tour with a cocktail at a favourite bar.
Free Time
Spend the afternoon discovering some of Havana's iconic sites. Opt to visit Plaza de Armas, stroll the Malecón, or relax at a café while soaking in authentic Cuban culture.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 3Havana
After checking out of your accommodations, enjoy free time to explore Cuba's capital. Opt to hop in a vintage automobile to cruise through the city or take a salsa class. For travellers continuing on to another G Adventures tour, your CEO will help facilitate the joining of the new group starting in the evening.
Check out from the casa particular is approx. 12pm midday.
Free Time
The day is yours to explore, choose to take a vintage car tour, take a dance lesson of wander on your own.
Optional Activities - Day 3 HideShow
Havana City Tour in Vintage Car
A fantastic way to experience most of Havana—and in style! Hop into a well-preserved car from the 1950s and cruise around, soaking in the city's atmosphere.
Havana Salsa Class
12-15USD per personLearn some new moves at an exciting Salsa class.