Cuba Adventure: Viñales, Varadero!

$1,295.00

Havana and Cuba´s Nature

Cuba: Colonial treasures amd a dazzling Caribbean coast

7 Days / 6 Nights | Havana – Viñales – Varadero

From Havana’s colonial soul to Viñales’ tobacco valleys and Varadero’s turquoise sea – eight days of architecture, nature and culture.

Day 1 – Havana Arrival & Classic Car Sunset

Land at José Martí International Airport (HAV). Your private driver greets you – no waiting, no shared vans. Settle into the car for the short ride to your casa particular in Havana.

Welcome to Cuba.

Check into your casa particular – a private homestay where your Cuban host will welcome you like family. A welcome drink and orientation await. Then, step into a classic convertible for a tour through Modern Havana, Vedado, and along the Malecón. Stop for photos at Revolution Square, John Lennon Park, and the University of Havana. As the sun begins to dip, arrive at the legendary Hotel Nacional for a cocktail on the terrace – panoramic ocean views, a gentle breeze, and the perfect start to your Cuban adventure.

Evening: Dinner at a paladar. Then, if you have energy, immerse yourself in Fábrica de Arte Cubano (FAC) – Havana’s most dynamic cultural venue. Contemporary art, live music, fashion, performance. It’s not a club. It’s not a museum. It’s both.

Overnight in Havana.

Day 2 – Discovering Old Havana

Wake up to breakfast at your casa. Then meet your local guide for a walking tour of Old Havana (Habana Vieja), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will stand in Plaza de la Catedral, Plaza de Armas, and Plaza Vieja. Your guide will show you the restoration projects that have brought these centuries-old buildings back to life, and tell you stories of pirates, conquistadors, and revolutionaries.

Afternoon: Lunch at a paladar. Then choose your afternoon adventure:

Option A: The National Museum of Fine Arts – Cuba’s most important collection of Cuban art
Option B: The Museum of the Revolution – housed in the former Presidential Palace, tracing Cuba’s revolutionary history
Option C: Free time to explore local artist galleries or simply wander the cobblestone streets

Evening: Dinner at a paladar. Then optional: FAC ( if you could not make it the previous evening, La Zorra y El Cuervo (jazz club), Jazz Café, OR Casa de la Música.

Overnight in Havana.

Day 3 – Journey to Viñales & Mogotes Time

Breakfast. Then depart for Viñales in Pinar del Río province – a 2.5 to 3-hour drive through Cuba’s lush countryside. Watch the landscape change from city to farmland to the dramatic limestone mogotes that make this valley famous.

Afternoon: Lunch at a local restaurant near the Mural de la Prehistoria. Then join your local guide for a walking tour of Viñales town – colorful wooden houses, a central plaza, and the relaxed rhythm of valley life. Check into your casa particular. Free time to explore or simply soak in the views.

Evening: Dinner at a paladar. Then choose your night: live music at Casa de la Música or dancing at Las Cuevas disco – built inside a natural cave.

Overnight in Viñales.

Day 4 – Nature Adventures in the Valley

Breakfast. Today you choose your connection with the land.

Morning: Outdoor adventure awaits:

Hiking trail through tobacco fields and between the iconic mogotes
Horseback ride like a local guajiro (farmer), winding through valleys and past farmsteads

Whichever you choose, you’ll visit a tobacco farm – learn how Cuba’s famous cigars are grown, harvested, and rolled by hand, straight from the farmer himself.

Afternoon: Lunch at a local restaurant. Free time in Viñales – explore a museum, take photographs of the golden light on the limestone cliffs, or simply rest in a hammock.

Evening: Dinner at a paladar. Another night of music at Casa de la Música or Las Cuevas if you still have dancing feet.

Overnight in Viñales.

Day 5 – Peninsula de Hicacos, Here We Go!

Breakfast. Then depart for Peninsula de Hicacos – a 5-hour journey across the island from west to east. Watch the countryside roll by – fields, small towns, and then, suddenly, the brilliant turquoise of the Caribbean Sea.

Afternoon: Arrive on the peninsula. Check into your casa particular. Lunch at a local restaurant. Free time for exploration – or simply put your feet in the sand for the first time.

Evening: Dinner at a paladar. Optional: live music at The Beatles Club or cultural activities along the boulevard.

Overnight in Varadero.

Day 6 – Plunge into the Peninsula’s Charm

Breakfast. Today the peninsula is yours to explore. Choose your adventure:

Option A: Cueva de Saturno (Saturn Cave) – A natural flooded cave with crystal-clear freshwater. Swim in a sinkhole. Yes, really. The water is cool, calm, and utterly refreshing.
Option B: Snorkeling at Coral Beach – Grab your mask and fins. A local expert will take you to vibrant coral reefs teeming with tropical fish – parrotfish, angelfish, and more. Perfect for beginners and experienced swimmers alike.
Option C: Varahicacos Ecological Reserve – Hike through this protected peninsula with a local guide. Meet El Patriarca – a 500-year-old cactus, taller than a house. Then descend into Cueva de Ambrosio to see ancient indigenous pictographs.

Afternoon: Lunch at a paladar. Free time – more exploring, more photos, more memories.

Evening: Dinner at another local paladar. One more night by the sea.

Overnight in Varadero.

Day 7 – Back to Havana & Last Souvenirs

Breakfast. Enjoy a final morning of free time–a last stroll on the beach, a final swim, or simply coffee with your casa host.

Afternoon: Lunch at a paladar. Then depart for Havana (2.5 hours). Along the way, stop at the Crafts Market for souvenir shopping – paintings, leather goods, wood carvings, musical instruments. Take a piece of Cuba home.

Check into your casa particular in Havana.

Evening: Farewell dinner at a paladar. One last night in Havana – optional: FAC, La Zorra y El Cuervo, Jazz Café, or simply a quiet walk along the Malecón.

Overnight in Havana.

Day 8 – Back Home

Breakfast. If time permits, one last dash for souvenirs or a final Cuban coffee at your favorite spot.

Check out of your casa particular. Your private driver arrives to take you back to José Martí International Airport (HAV).

You leave with photographs, memories, and a deep respect for this island and its people.

💰 Package Price (European Market)

€1,295 per person

(Based on double occupancy)

Single Supplement: €290

💼 What’s Included

✔️ 7 nights in private casas particulares (homestays)

✔️ Round-trip private transfers: Havana Airport (HAV) ↔ all destinations

✔️ All breakfasts

✔️ Classic convertible tour in Havana (Day 1)

✔️ Guided walking tour of Old Havana (Day 2)

✔️ Guided walking tour of Viñales town (Day 3)

✔️ Outdoor activity (hiking or horseback) + tobacco farm tour (Day 4)

✔️ Choice of activity in Varadero: Cueva de Saturno, snorkeling, or ecological reserve (Day 6)

✔️ Curated itinerary compliant with U.S. OFAC regulations

✔️ Local coordination and on-ground support by IterCuba

________________________________________

❌ What’s Not Included

❌ International airfare

❌ Cuban Tourist Card (visa – $50–100 USD, arranged by your airline)

❌ Travel insurance (mandatory – verify your airline includes it)

❌ Optional evening activities (FAC, jazz clubs, Casa de la Música)

❌ Other meals, personal expenses, and tips