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Mariah Travel
The Very Best of Cuba's Culture & Nature
Join us on a journey to explore Cuba’s vibrant culture and natural beauty, just a short distance from the United States. Americans are welcomed with open arms as we engage in meaningful exchanges with the Cuban people.
Itinerary Highlights:
Support Local Communities: Interact with artists, entrepreneurs, and visit community projects that contribute to Cuba’s development.
Cultural Immersion: Experience Cuba’s rich heritage through visits to Havana’s colorful streets, the landscapes of Viñales, and the historic charm of Trinidad.
Culinary Delights & Rhythms: Savor delicious cuisine and dance to infectious Cuban rhythms.
This journey is more than just a tour—it’s an opportunity to make a positive impact and forge lasting connections. Experience Cuba in a way that leaves a legacy of understanding and friendship.
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A FEW EXCEPTIONAL HIGHLIGHTS:
• An incredible tour while supporting the beautiful Cuban people.
• Eight days of absorbing wonderful Cuba!
• Exploring vibrant Havana with a walking tour of the historic district.
• Bask in the natural beauty of Vinales and the history of Trinidad.
• Ride in a classic US convertible car, sing, dance and enjoy a mojito!
• This tour is legal and OFAC license approved.
DAY 1: HAVANA, CUBA
• Arrive Jose Marti International Airport - Welcome to Cuba!
• Meet with a Mariah Travel representative and transfer to Habana Vieja.
• Informal introduction to Cuba and an overview of the week’s activities.
• Explore Havana in a classic American made convertible!
• Check into your Casa Particular (privately owned)
• Welcome dinner at a local Paladar (privately owned restaurant)
• Overnight at a casa in Habana Vieja.
DAY 2: OLD HAVANA
• Breakfast included at the casa.
• Walking guided tour of Habana Vieja, visiting the historic plazas.
• Explore Hemingway’s Finca Vigia, where he wrote award winning books
• Visit the Museum of the Revolution or other local points of interest.
• Optional: Partagas cigar factory tour and/or Havana Rum tour.
• Visit with local Cubans to discuss their art - afternoon free to explore.
• Dinner on your own at one of the many excellent paladar restaurants.
• Attend El Cañonazo, a traditional 9 PM Cannon Firing Ceremony.
• Overnight at a casa in Habana Vieja.
DAY 3: LAS TERRAZAS, VINALES
• Breakfast included at the casa.
• Morning departure to Las Terrazas eco-community west of Havana. Observe the successful Cuban land restoration project originated during Castro's administration.
• Enjoy a short-guided hike with a local ecologist to an ancient coffee plantation.
• Possible observation of Cuba’s endemic birds including the Cuban Trogon.
• Lunch at Casa del Campesino on the banks of the Río San Juan.
• Continue to the Vinales Valley in the Sierra de los Organos mountains, beautiful panoramic views of the valley and the incredible limestone mogotes.
• Visit the Cuevas de Santo Tomas. (limestone caves with easy hiking)
• Explore the town of Vinales with interaction and supporting the Cuban people.
• Dinner on your own at one of the many excellent paladar restaurants.
• Overnight: Villa La Terraza Viñales or similar
DAY 4: VINALES, HAVANA
• Breakfast included at the casa.
• Meet author Nils Navarro*, or staff, for a morning of incredible bird watching. *Nils is the author of Endemic Birds of Cuba, A Comprehensive Field Guide
• Lunch included at one of the many excellent paladar restaurants.
• Afternoon option of horseback or bicycle ride into the Vinales Valley.
• Visit the Jardin Botanico de Vinales and later return to Havana.
• Free time to interact with the Cuban people and support their arts and crafts.
• Dinner on your own at one of the many excellent paladar restaurants.
• Overnight at a casa in Habana Vieja.
DAY 5: PLAYA GIRON, CIENFUEGOS, TRINIDAD
• Breakfast included at the casa.
• Early departure to Playa Girón (Bay of Pigs), Cienfuegos & Trinidad.
• Visit Playa Larga and Zapata Swamp for an overview of this important wetland and endemic bird ecosystem, often compared to America’s Everglades National Park.
• Possible observation of the Bee Hummingbird, the world’s smallest bird.
• Observe genetically pure crocodiles at a breeding facility near the Zapata swamp. Learn about the recovery efforts coordinated by the Wildlife Conservation Society. (WCS), Cuban partners and the Bronx Zoo of New York.
• Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of Playa Giron.
• Visit the wonderful Teatro Terry in Cienfuegos.
• Continue to historic Trinidad for music, food and interaction with Cubans.
• Dinner on your own at one of the many excellent paladar restaurants.
• Overnight: Casa in Trinidad
DAY 6: TRINIDAD UNESCO SITES
• Breakfast included at the casa.
• Board Soviet army trucks for a journey to Topes de Collantes National Park in the Escambray Mountains. (If available)
• Naturalist led hike identifying bird and plant species of the region.
• Tour of the breathtaking Valle de los Ingenios [Sugar Mill Valley]
• Dinner on your own at one of the many excellent paladar restaurants.
• Later, dance the night away at the Casa de Musica.
• Overnight: Casa in Trinidad
DAY 7: TRINIDAD & HAVANA
• Breakfast included at the casa.
• Walking tour of Trinidad’s historic central plaza.
• Visit a century-old family run pottery studio and get to know its artisans.
• Return to Havana
• Dinner and a musical evening with the world-famous Buena Vista Social Club.
• Overnight at casa in Habana Vieja. TBD
DAY 8: ADIOS CUBA!
• Breakfast included at the casa.
• Depart for Jose Marti Airport and flights home.
**ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.
Cost: Starting at $2699 double occupancy; $500 single supplement
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR COST:
• Airport transfers: From José Martí Int'l Airport and return.
• All breakfasts and welcome dinner. Other lunches and dinners as listed in tour itinerary.
• All activities, expert local guides, services, speakers, meetings and meals as described in tour itinerary except those noted as "optional" or "not included in cost."
• Air-conditioned transportation and a full-time driver.
• Mandatory Cuban medical insurance coverage during your island stay.
NOT INCLUDED IN THE TOUR COST:
• International airfare to and from Cuba. Mariah Travel will assist and advise with the coordination of the best flights.
• Cuba Tourist Visa
• Gratuities for Cuban tour guide, bus driver, chambermaids, restaurant staff, porters, etc. Please inquire about recommended gratuities guidelines.
• Any personal items.
• Optional travel interruption and cancellation insurance is highly recommended. Mariah Travel partners with USI Affinity.
Please visit - https://www.mariahtravel.com/travel-insurance