Havana International Jazz Festival 2026
Take in the heart and soul of this colorful & cultural island: 41st Havana International Jazz Festival | Optional 3-night Pre-Tour Extension w/ Opening Jazz Performance
| Style | Small Group Tour Dedicated tour escorts & guides throughout | ||
| Departures | January – February 2026 | Group Size | 30 travelers max |
| Themes | Festivals, Bucket List, City Stays | ||
| Activity Level | |||
| What to Expect | This fast-paced, escorted program includes a reasonable amount of walking and requires an average level of physical fitness. Be advised that the Jazz Festival concerts and events begin at 9PM.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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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
- 5 nights 5-star hotel accommodations in Havana
- 11 meals: 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches & 2 dinners
- Comprehensive support for the Cuban people program, including entrance fees
- Professional, English-speaking guide
- VIP Jazz Festival Pass
Optional add-ons
- Flights from other cities are available. Request pricing when making your reservation
- Optional 3-night Pre Tour with access to the opening Jazz performance
Why you'll love it
- Immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of the 41st Havana International Jazz Festival.
- Meet young jazz artists and learn about life in Cuba as an aspiring musician.
- Step into Cuba's world of dance with a private demonstration and lesson.
- Get hands-on during a traditional Cuban cooking class.
- Explore Old Havana’s architectural treasure trove and learn about the restoration efforts and improvement of social services to the community.
- Cruise the streets of Havana in a privately-owned classic American car.
- Enjoy several meals at Cuban paladares: small, family-run restaurants.
Itinerary at a Glance
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Detailed Itinerary
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Day 1 January 28, 2026: Depart USA
- Depart the USA on your flight to Havana, Cuba
- Tonight, enjoy the Jazz Festival performances
Hotel Grand Aston La Habana or similar
Day 2 January 29, 2026: Havana
- Walk through Old Havana and engage with and support Cuba's growing private business sector
- Enjoy a welcome lunch at a paladar (privately owned restaurant) in Old Havana
- Step into Cuba's world of dance with a private demonstration and lesson
- Tonight, enjoy the Jazz Festival performances
Hotel Grand Aston La Habana or similarBreakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 3 January 30, 2026: Havana
- Participate in a discussion on the history of Cuban Jazz
- Travel to Cojimar, the local fishing village that was the setting for Hemingway’s "The Old Man and the Sea"
- Enjoy a traditional Cuban cooking class , from gathering ingredients to putting them to use in the kitchen as you prepare your own lunch
- Explore Finca Vigía, Hemingway’s old home
- Tonight, enjoy the Jazz Festival performances
Hotel Grand Aston La Habana or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 4 January 31, 2026: Havana
- Meet the talented car mechanics
- Take a ride in a classic American automobile to tour picturesque Havana in style
- Enjoy lunch at a local paladar
- Interact with members of the community project, Clave de Sol
- Tonight, enjoy the Jazz Festival performances
Hotel Grand Aston La Habana or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 5 February 1, 2026: Havana
- Explore Callejon de Hamel
- Stop by the workshop of artist Beatriz Santacana
- Enjoy lunch at a local paladar
- Meet with Santa Amalia dancers
- Join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner at a local paladar before attending the Jazz Festival closing ceremony
Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Day 6 February 2, 2026: Havana/USA
- Transfer to the airport and board your flight back to Miami
Breakfast
Optional Pre Tour: Jazz Festival Opening Ceremony and Las Terrazas
Take advantage of your already-included international airfare with a pre-tour extension to Las Terrazas! A "must-see" in Cuba, Las Terrazas is known worldwide for its postcard-worthy beauty. Meet with aspiring locals and enjoy a taste of an authentic way of life.
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Day 1 January 25, 2026: Depart USA
- Depart the USA on your flight to Havana, Cuba
- This evening, attend the Havana Jazz Festival Opening event
Day 2 January 26, 2026: Havana
- Visit the community project, Okantomi, to experience a lively Rumba session
- Tour a famous Cuban recording studio
Hotel Grand Aston La Habana or similarBreakfast
Day 3 January 27, 2026: Las Terrazas
- Visit the Las Terrazas community
- Visit the museum of the late musician Polo Montañez
- Enjoy lunch at Casa Campesino
- Later, attend the Jazz Festival
Hotel Grand Aston La Habana or similarBreakfast & lunch
Day 4 January 28, 2026: Havana
- Interact with an art connoisseur to learn about the collection at the Museum of Fine Arts
- Visit a music school in Havana
- Tonight, enjoy more Jazz Festival performances
Hotel Grand Aston La Habana or similarBreakfast
Hotel
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- 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.
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- 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 8 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.
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