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14 DAYS HOTELS/HACIENDAS CUBA UNCOVERED
An exploration of Cuba, past and present. On this thrilling tour we head for the islands Caribbean beaches and central highlands, taking time to visit magnificent colonial towns and enjoy the beauty of the coastal scenery. On the way well learn about Cubas past and present, and... discover the salsa dancer within us! OLD HAVANA & THE CARIBBEAN
Havana, the Cuban capital and a World Heritage site, boasts some of the most impressive architecture in the Americas. Well explore the vibrant colonial quarter, wander its narrow streets and have the opportunity to visit the Museum of the Revolution. Then we drive to the Zapata Peninsula, before visiting the infamous Bay of Pigs. We spend two nights on the Caribbean from where we can visit the laidback town of Trinidad with its faded, painted houses and atmospheric streets.
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FACTFILE
Itinerary Day 1 Fly London/Havana. 2 In Havana; city tour; afternoon free. 3 Drive Cueva de los Peces, visit Bay of Pigs Museum en route to Guajimico. 4 In Guajimico, visit Trinidad; tour of Old Town. 5 Drive to Topes de Collantes NP; walk to hacienda; afternoon nature trails. 6 Drive to Cayo Las Brujas via Sta Clara, visit Chés Mausoleum. 7 In Cayo Las Brujas; snorkelling, swimming and relaxing. 8 Drive to Las Terrazas. 9 In Las Terrazas; walks, swim in jungle pools, optional zip wire. 10 Drive Viñales, explore Mogotes. 11 In Viñales; optional visit to Santo Tomas caves and cycling. 12 Drive to Atlantic coast; ferry to Cayo Levisa, relax on island; drive to Havana. 13 Fly London. 14 Arrive London. Accommodation & Meals: 10nts hotel, 1nt camping at Hacienda; 12 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 3 dinners included. See p83. Swimming: We have plenty of opportunities to swim in the sea and some hotels have pools. Mode of Travel: Bus/On foot/Ferry. Comment: A comprehensive and intriguing tour taking in the highland interior and colonial cities with time to relax on the coast. Walks are optional and graded easy. Tour Staff & Support: Explore Tour Leader plus driver(s) and some local guides. Group Size: Approx. 14 to 18. Minimum Age: 5 years.
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DATES & PRICES IN £
14 Days from London 2008 Sun to Sat Flight Incl Adult Child* 06 Apr-19 Apr 1499 1369 27 Jul-09 Aug 1675 1505 03 Aug-16 Aug 1675 1505 10 Aug-23 Aug 1675 1505 17 Aug-30 Aug 1675 1505 21 Dec-03 Jan 1699 1529 2009 Sun to Sat Flight Incl Adult Child* 05 Apr-18 Apr 1545 1415 19 Jul-01 Aug 1775 1589 26 Jul-08 Aug 1775 1589 02 Aug-15 Aug 1775 1589 09 Aug-22 Aug 1775 1589 16 Aug-29 Aug 1775 1589 Land Adult 825 825 825 825 825 825 Land Adult 865 865 865 865 865 865
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Only Child* 825 825 825 825 825 825 Only Child* 865 865 865 865 865 865
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MOUNTAIN FORESTS & HUMMINGBIRDS
Next we head into the mountains to Topes de Collantes National Park, where we camp on the grounds of a hacienda. Exploring this wild area on foot, we can really enjoy the remoteness and highland views of this hidden corner of Cuba. Well swim in waterfalls and discover forest trails, hoping to catch a glimpse of tiny hummingbirds and perhaps the Tocororo Cubas national bird.
BEACHES & MOGOTES!
Travelling across the mountains and down to the plains, we head for the Mausoleum
ATLANTIC OCEAN
Cayo Levisa Ferry White beaches
of Ché Guevara at Santa Clara. We continue to Cayo Las Brujas, where sandy beaches give way to coral reefs and tropical fish, well away from high-rise tourist resorts further north. Heading west we stay near the lively small town of Viñales. From here we will venture into this intriguing region to discover the dramatic scenery of sheer limestone peaks (Mogotes) rising from the valley floor either on foot or by bike. We take a ferry over to Cayo Levisa, blessed with beautiful sands, azure sea and offshore coral reefs before returning to Havana.
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Land Only tour: 13 days - start Havana day 1 (Sun), end Havana day 13 (Fri) * Aged 5-11 years on date of departure. These are guide prices, see p86 for details. T Teenage departures; age 11 and over. Flight Details: Flights to Havana via Madrid with Iberia Airlines from London Heathrow, flight time approx. 13.5 hours. Alternative direct flights may be available on request. Note: flight details may change - see p.80 for information.
HAVANA
City tour
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VINALES
Caves, walks & cycling
LAS TERAZAS
Jungle pools
C U B A
Coral reefs & golden beaches
CAYO LAS BRUJAS
Santa Clara
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Create your own private group or itinerary. See p7 for details or call 0844 499 0601
Bay of Pigs
Cueva de los Peces
TOPES DE COLLANTES
Trinidad Colonial town
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GUAJIMICO
For essential information about our tours see pages 83-91
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