Cuban Rhythms: Beachfronts & Havana Vibes

For too many people, Cuba is nothing more than a beach resort. That’s crazy; the island practically buzzes with energy and...

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Cuban Rhythms: Beachfronts & Havana Vibes

DAY 1 Havana

Arrive at any time. Tonight take the opportunity to connect with your fellow travellers. Seek out some live music and break the ice in one of the city's iconic hideouts while toasting with mojitos to the beginning of an amazing holiday.

Transfer

Arrival Transfer

José Martí International Airport- Havana0.5h

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.

Administrative

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.

People

Your Local Living Moment: Havana Homestay

Havana

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.

Administrative

Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends

Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.

Accommodation

Below is an example of the hotel we may use in this city. For the actual hotel your specific departure will be using, please check your voucher.

Casa Santander-Oromi

Homestay
DAY 2 Havana/Viñales

Discover the highlights Old Havana on a walking tour with the CEO. Travel through a rich agricultural area en route to Viñales where both sugarcane and tobacco are grown. Visit a "vega" or tobacco plantation, to see how the famous Cuban cigars are made. Practice some Spanish while staying in a local homestay. Viñales is in the Pinar del Rio province and located in a fertile valley surrounded by the unusual mogotes, or limestone pincushion hills. Arguably one of the prettiest natural areas in Cuba, we have many opportunities here to enjoy the area, whether it be hiking or simply sitting back and enjoying the view.

Land Tour

Havana City Walking Tour

Havana

Take a walking tour of Havana and find out what your CEO loves best about this amazing city. See city highlights that may include La Catedral de San Cristóbal de La Habana, the Palacio de los Marqueses de Aguas Claras (which now houses a restaurant), the Museo de Arte Colonial and the Plaza de Armas, with its statue of Manuel de Céspedes (one of the leaders of the Cuban independence movement). Use this walk as a jumping off point to explore the rest of this lively city.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Havana- Viñales2.5h189km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

People

Informal Spanish Lesson

Sit down with the CEO for a brief lesson on some important words and phrases in español to prepare for the upcoming adventure.

People

Your Local Living Moment: Viñales Homestay

Viñales

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.

Accommodation

Homestay Mayra

Hotel
DAY 3 Viñales

Enjoy a free day to explore the area. Opt to take a day trip to beautiful Cayo Levisa or Cayo Jutías, both paradises of white sand surrounded by the bluest waters. It is a perfect spot for snorkelling or just blissing out on the beach.

Free Time

ViñalesFULL_DAY

Chill out in this tropical paradise.

People

Your Local Living Moment: Viñales Homestay

Viñales

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.

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Accommodation

Homestay Mayra

Hotel
DAY 4 Viñales/Playa Larga

Travel to Playa Larga. Stop at the Bay of Pigs en route for a swim in the beautiful blue water, and opt to go snorkelling.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Viñales- Bay of Pigs5h370km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Free Time

Bay of Pigs

Opt to swim or snorkel during free time.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Bay of Pigs- Playa Larga0.5h

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

Casa Sol y Caribe

Homestay
DAY 5 Playa Larga/Trinidad

Travel to the seaside town of Cienfuegos, and enjoy free time to explore. Continue to Trinidad. Enjoy an orientation walk of the town before a free afternoon to explore the area. In the evening, learn some moves during a salsa dancing lesson. Trinidad is a haven for anyone interested in outdoor activities. If a beach sounds like what you're looking for, try snorkelling or diving in nearby Playa Ancón, just 12 km (7.5 miles) from town.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Playa Girón- Cienfuegos1.5h-2h100km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Cienfuegos- Trinidad1h-1.5h80km

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Land Tour

Orientation With CEO

Trinidad0.5h-1h

Enjoy a brief walk with your CEO. He/she will give you some tips on finding things like supermarkets, main squares, and ATMs. For more specific or in-depth information, an official guided tour is recommended.

Free Time

TrinidadAFTERNOON

Explore this beautiful colonial town and its surrounding beach and attractions.

People

Your Hands-On Moment: Salsa Lesson

Trinidad1hEVENING

Loosen up those hips and get ready to salsa. Led by expert Cuban instructors, rumba, mambo and cha-cha-chá your way across the floor. Never danced salsa? Have no fear, Cubans are happy to share the secrets behind one of their national pastimes.

People

Your Local Living Moment: Trinidad Homestay

Trinidad

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. Enjoy an open-air meal on top of the main house one evening. More intimate than a hotel, experience a slice of Cuban life as it’s actually lived.

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Accommodation

Homestay Jesus Pineda

Homestay
DAY 6 Trinidad

Enjoy a free day to explore the area. Enjoy a group dinner at a local host's house.

Free Time

Trinidad

Explore this beautiful colonial town and its surrounding beach and attractions.

People

Your Local Living Moment: Trinidad Homestay

Trinidad

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. Enjoy an open-air meal on top of the main house one evening. More intimate than a hotel, experience a slice of Cuban life as it’s actually lived.

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Accommodation

Homestay Jesus Pineda

Homestay
DAY 7 Trinidad/Havana

Start the day with a visit to the Manaca Iznaga community, where G Adventures and Planeterra helped create a textiles centre that enables local women to sell traditional textiles. Stop by Santa Clara en route to Havana and visit important historical sites, including the famous Che monument. Discover Old Havana on a short walking tour with the CEO.

Bus

Private Vehicle

Trinidad- Havana8h

Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Planeterra

Your G for Good Moment: Proyecto Manacú Visit

Manaca Iznaga

Visit the Manaca Iznaga community and get further immersed in the local life and meet Cuba’s rural families, where G Adventures and Planeterra helped create a textiles centre in 2019, thereby enabling local women to sell traditional textiles to travellers. See local embroidered techniques used to create garments and souvenirs, and learn how local women organization has impacted the community and those who visit it. Planeterra and G Adventures have supported with providing technical assistance to start up the business, capacity building and guidance to create a local experience.

Landmark

Santa Clara Visit

Santa Clara

Stop by Santa Clara en route to Trinidad and visit important historical sites, including the famous Ché monument. Santa Clara played a key role in the Cuban Revolution. In 1958, rebels led by Ernesto (Ché) Guevara captured an army garrison and they bulldozed and derailed a train full of troops and supplies bound for Havana. Visit the monument and site (referred to as “Tren Blindado”), as well as the Museo Histórico de la Revolución, which chronicles the Battle of Santa Clara and honours the revolutionary hero with a large bronze statue.

Land Tour

Havana City Walking Tour

Havana

Take a walking tour of Havana and find out what your CEO loves best about this amazing city. See city highlights that may include La Catedral de San Cristóbal de La Habana, the Palacio de los Marqueses de Aguas Claras (which now houses a restaurant), the Museo de Arte Colonial and the Plaza de Armas, with its statue of Manuel de Céspedes (one of the leaders of the Cuban independence movement). Use this walk as a jumping off point to explore the rest of this lively city.

People

Your Local Living Moment: Havana Homestay

Havana

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.

Accommodation

Casa Santander-Oromi

Homestay
DAY 8 Havana

Depart at any time.

Administrative

Departure Day

Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

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