CULTURE & HISTORY
Vivacious Cuba Tour with Flights
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What's included
- Accommodation based on twin share room
- Airport meet and greet
- Daily breakfast
- Expert local guides
- International flights from Australia
- Meals as per the itinerary
- Small group tour
- Transport in air conditioned vehicles
- Any items or services not specified
- Gratuities for guides and drivers
- Medical and emergency insurance
- Optional tours and activities
- Personal expenses
- Visa arrangements and fees
Tour overview
This small group tour helps you discover the real Cuba, with local accommodation and uniquely Cuban experiences!
The exquisite cultural history of contemporary Cuba will be on proud display and your senses will be stimulated as you gain a unique overview as to what makes Cuba so magical. The island nation is in a fascinating state of transition, simultaneously embracing its past while looking towards the future.
You can look forward to ambling along the cobble-stoned streets of gorgeous Trinidad and discovering the delights of Havana’s Old Town. Perhaps you’ll be most enchanted by the rustic charm and red-soiled farmland of Viñales. Get ready, because days of pure joy are about to begin. Bienvenida! Cuba welcomes you with open arms.
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Inclusions at a glance
Flights
- Return economy class airfares to Mexico City from Australia
- Fly from Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane (contact us for other cities)
- Return economy class airfares from Mexico City to Havana
Accommodation
- 1 night Mexico City airport hotel
- 12 nights local Casa Particulars (Cuban B&B)
Meals
· 12 breakfasts
Transport
- Private air-conditioned transportation between destinations
- Havana airport arrival & departure transfers
Small group tour
- Minimum 2 & maximum 15 passengers
- Local English-speaking tour guide
Special features
- Guided orientation walks at each destination visited
- Swim/snorkel – Bay of Pigs
- Museum Giron – Playa Giron
- A drink at the Palacio de Valle – Cienfuegos
- Che Guevara Memorial and Museum – Santa Clara
- Informal salsa lesson – Trinidad or Vinales
- Tobacco farm and drying house – Vinales
- Lunch at an organic farm – Vinales
- City tour in a convertible classic car – Havana
- Mojito-making class – Havana
- Roof-top farewell dinner – Havana
- Rum museum – Havana
- Partagas cigar factory – Havana
- Visit Callejon de Hamel- Havana
- Old Havana walking tour – Havana
- DAY 1
- DAY 2
- DAY 3
- DAY 4
- DAY 5
- DAY 6
- DAYS 7 & 8
- DAYS 9 to 13
- DAY 14
Fly to Mexico City
Fly Mexico City to Havana
Havana, Cuba
Cienfuegos via Bay of Pigs
Trinidad via Santa Clara
Trinidad
Vinales
Havana
Depart Havana, Fly to Australia
More about Cuba
My Travel Experience Review
Most travellers who go to Cuba can't wait to go back! This comprehensive small group tour includes all your accommodation in local B&B's, as well as transport in private vehicles. English-speaking local guides look after you throughout the trip and there's plenty of free time to explore at your leisure. This small group departs with a minimum of 2 people and maximum of 15 passengers.
More about this tour
See the brochure
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The brochure includes details of the inclusions, itinerary and other relevant travel information. Information contained in the brochure is subject to change and at the time of booking you will be provided with an updated copy that includes the current details for your reservation.
Tour departures
This tour departs Saturdays between the following dates:
2024 – 01 August to 15 September & 10 October to 30 November
2025 – 01 to 31 March; 20 April to 10 June; 25 July to 15 September; 10 October to 30 November
Please ask us for your preferred departure date and we will advise availability.
Departure periods are based on the best time for affordable airfares, please contact us for travel at other times of the year.
Tour start time
The start time for this tour will be confirmed by our office.
When you book international flights, you will be advised of your flight details and check-in times when your booking is confirmed.
Accommodation:
This tour stays in Casa Particulares. A Casa Particular is a Cuban Homestay or B&B.
Staying in a Casa Particular is a brilliant way of immersing yourself in the life and culture of fascinating Cuba. When you choose a Casa Particular for your accommodation, you will meet the local people on a one-to-one basis and get a rare glimpse into the everyday life of ordinary people in Cuba. In addition, your host or hostess will be able to advise you on all things Cuban – the best restaurants, the best music and Salsa venues and any seasonal attractions that are only known to the locals!
At the end of your stay in Havana we like to use Casa Particular accommodation in Havana Centro or Havana Vieja. Please note that a lot of the best Casa’s in these areas are up several flights of stairs. If these stairs are likely to cause you problems, just let us know ahead of time and we will source a suitable alternative.
You are welcome to request extra pre or post tour accommodation on any of our Cuba group tours. Please let us know at the time of booking and we can advise rates.
Is this tour for me?
Our group tours are perfect for those who want the freedom and flexibility to travel at their own pace, along with the security, camaraderie and cultural insight that comes from travelling with a local English-speaking guide and small group.
Airport transfers
We include an airport transfer on arrival for all of our Cuba group tours. On departure, your local Cuban guide will help organise your transfer at market rates (no commission).
Important to remember...
The day-by-day tour descriptions are intended as an indicative guide only. Travel by nature is unpredictable. Weather patterns, sea or river conditions, road accessibility, public holidays, travel restrictions and a multitude of other factors may necessitate itinerary changes that are ultimately for the client's benefit. It is essential that travellers are flexible and open minded in this regard.
Speak to a travel specialist
The My Travel Experience team are travel experts and we're here to help you enjoy the best holiday - from the time you start to plan your trip until the day you return home. We are only a phone call or email away whenever you need us, so please contact us today with any questions.
Email [email protected]. Phone 1300 168 910 (in Australia) or +61 400 226 454 (from overseas or via mobile).
Safety measures and greater peace of mind.
The wellbeing and safety of our passengers and staff is always a priority, especially as we adjust to a new world for travellers. My Travel Experience is committed to ensuring your peace of mind with customer-friendly booking practices and enhanced health and safety standards on our trips.
We work closely with tour operators that have received the Safe Travels stamp by the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), which enables travellers to recognise companies around the world that have adopted health and hygiene global standardised protocols.
To help you book with confidence, we will assist you if any unexpected situations arise and My Travel Experience also offers clients as much flexibility as possible when making bookings.
How to make a booking:
This travel deal is valid for a limited time. Please contact us for current rates.
Advertised price was correct as of 27 February 2024 and is based on lead-price departure(s). Rates will be advised for your preferred travel date prior to any payment being required.
All prices are per person, based on twin share, and listed in Australian dollars (AUD). The package is subject to confirmation at the time of booking and prices may change without notice. Booking conditions and cancellation fees apply.
Please read My Travel Experience Booking Terms & Conditions prior to making a reservation. By booking any travel service with us, you have agreed to be bound by these terms and conditions.
To make a booking please call My Travel Experience on 1300 168 910 or email [email protected].
You can also select a trip and request it via this website - please enter your preferred departure date (if known) and the number of people travelling. If you wish to submit an enquiry, please let us know your travel dates plus any other information that will help us provide a quote, such as departure city and travel preferences.
No payment is required to submit an online booking request - your booking is pending confirmation and no place is being held. Your reservation status will be advised when you hear from our travel consultants. Bookings are normally actioned within 24 hours - Monday to Friday.
We would like to add a review on our trip to Cuba in March with your company.
This was a trip to remember and it was fantastic. We got to experience different facets of Cuban history and culture in a very comfortable way. People are friendly and very helpful, never felt threatened and the countryside was amazing. Loved the old cars, horses, carts and the music 24/7 was incredible.
Our guide Lisbeth was phenomenal. Her approachability, organization, knowledge and enthusiasm were more than we ever expected. She was amazing. We will have so many happy memories of Cuba , thanks to Lisbeth.
We would definitely recommend this tour and company for booking to anyone who is interested in Cuba.
Please pass on our special thanks to Lisbeth.
Kind Regards
Lorraine & Stephen W
Rating: 5 / 5
Rating for:Transport 5 / 5
Rating for:Accommodation 5 / 5
Rating for:Tour Guides 5 / 5
Rating for:Overall 5 / 5