Authentic Havana
Take in the heart & soul of this colorful & cultural island: Havana, Cojimar, Guanabacoa & Lawton
| Style | Small Group Tour Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout | ||
| Departures | July 2025 – January 2027 | Group Size | 16 travelers max |
| Themes | History & Culture, Bucket List, City Stays | ||
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| What to Expect | This fast-paced, escorted program includes a reasonable amount of walking and requires an average level of physical fitness.Travel safely and confidently with our new health & safety protocols. | ||
| Already booked? | Find everything you need to know before you go, including information about passport & visa requirements, flights, luggage, and more. | ||
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Our Authentic Havana tour brings you into the heart of a typical Cuban neighborhood with a four-night stay at a privately owned, colonial-style Cuban bed and breakfast. This lovingly restored and furnished B&B is managed by a small team of dedicated men and women who will be like a family away from home. Our centrally located bed and breakfast, just a ten-minute walk to Old Havana and even closer to shops, restaurants, and nightlife, offers a more authentic and intimate experience yet provides all the amenities and comforts you want and deserve.
Thanks to reduced flights via more convenient scheduled air and great pricing at our "casa," we've managed to lower prices while maintaining our high standard of creative, culturally-focused itineraries. On Authentic Havana, you'll dive deep into the daily life of everyday Cubans, including a visit to a private studio of one of Cuba's budding artists.
Package includes
- Flights
- Coach
- Transfers
- Hotel
- Meals
- Guides
- Non-stop round-trip flights from Miami to Havana, including taxes & fees
- Health insurance in Cuba, included in the cost of your airfare
- U.S. Treasury Department, OFAC License Certification
- Cuban Tourist E Visa
- All land transportation & transfers in Cuba
- 4 nights accommodations in Cuba at a well-located & completely renovated 'casa particular' (Cuban bed and breakfast)
- 9 meals: 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 2 dinners
- Comprehensive support for the Cuban people program, including entrance fees
- Professional, English-speaking guide
Optional add-ons
- Casa Suite Upgrade in Havana (Very Limited: Call us for availability)
Why you'll love it
- Enjoy 4 comfortable nights at a casa particular located in a typical Cuban neighborhood.
- Feel the history of Cuba come to life as an expert guide introduces you to the vibrant streets of Old Havana.
- Learn about different art forms from innovative Cuban artists in their private studios.
- Participate in a traditional Cuban cooking class experience.
- Interact with locals at the used booksellers market.
- Visit Muraleando, a community project dedicated to uplifting young people through art and music.
- Learn about Afro-Cuban culture with private enterprise Beyond Roots in Guanabacoa.
Itinerary at a Glance
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Day 1 Miami/Havana
- Depart the USA on your flight for Havana, Cuba
- Enjoy a welcome dinner at a local paladar
El Encanto de Perseverancia or similarDinner
Day 2 Old Havana
- Walk through Old Havana and engage with and support Cuba's growing private business sector
- Meet with staff at Clandestina, Cuba’s first online clothing retailer and renowned design shop
- Enjoy lunch at a local paladar
- Visit an artist’s private studio
- Step into Cuba’s world of dance with a private demonstration and lesson
El Encanto de Perseverancia or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 3 Havana & Cojimar
- Travel to Cojimar, the local fishing village that was the setting for Hemingway’s "The Old Man and the Sea"
- Participate in a traditional Cuban cooking experience, from gathering ingredients to putting them to use in the kitchen
- Visit an inspiring community project
- Stop at the independent Artisan’s Market
- Learn about Cuban cigars through a rolling demonstration
El Encanto de Perseverancia or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 4 Havana
- Explore Callejon de Hamel
- Walk Havana’s grand San Rafael Boulevard and visit with private business owners
- Stop by a local farmer’s market
- Have lunch at a local paladar
- Visit the famous community mosaic project known as “Fusterlandia”
- Visit a children's community project in Havana
- Take a ride in a classic American convertible to tour picturesque Havana in style
- Enjoy your farewell dinner at a local paladar
El Encanto de Perseverancia or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 5 Havana/Miami
- Transfer to the airport and board your flight back to Miami
Breakfast
Hotel
In the unlikely event that a particular hotel is not available, a similar or better hotel may be substituted.
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Trip Details
- What should I know before I go?We've compiled a comprehensive checklist, including information on how to pay your balance due, flights & transfers, packing & luggage, and more.
- Do I need a visa or other documents? Are there any entry requirements?Travel visas are required for this package. Please review the visa & entry requirements.
- Can I make changes to my trip?Want to upgrade your seats? Depart from another city? Something else? Just ask!
- Can I bring my kids? Are there any age restrictions?To book this package, you must be 18 or older. Your traveling companions must be 12 or older at the time of travel.
- Should I purchase travel insurance?Yes! We recommend you purchase travel insurance to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. For your convenience, we offer a plan provided by Travelex Insurance Services.
- What's the fine print?Review the terms & conditions for this package.
What should I know about Cuba?Check out our guide for practical travel tips, the best time to go, videos, and more.
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