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cuba
captivating cuba
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GB£585* EU¬865* Single supplement available *plus Local Payment CUC$195
Physical culture shock
8 days, ex Havana
itiNerary... Day 1 havana In a world of colonial buildings, elegant plazas, vintage cars and cigar-smoking musicians, the best way to explore is by foot. Visit the Plaza de la Revolucion and pass giant monuments to legends Che Guevara and Jose Marti. La Catedral San Cristobal de la Habana, described as music set in stone, is a must-see. Days 2-3 Vinales Tour the vibrant orchid gardens of Soroa en route to Vinales, a charming rural village. One of Cubas most attractive areas, the fertile valleys and distinctive limestone pin-cushion hills of the region are well worth exploring. Mingle with the friendly Vinales locals and dance the night away. Day 4 cienfuegos This important port has many sights clustered around Parque Jose Marti, including the Casa de la Cultura Benjamin Duarte, where its possible to climb a tower for stunning coastal views. Visit the Palacio del Valle, the architectural pride of Cienfuegos. Why not make a point to try some of Cubas excellent coffee here? Its strong, black and super-sweet. Days 5-6 trinidad Take some time to explore the great Spanish-style churches of Trinidad on the way to Playa Ancon, a white sandy beach where many hours will no doubt slip lazily by. Don a snorkel to take a peek at Cubas underwater world or hire a bike for a relaxing pedal around town. See an Afro-Cuban folklore show in the evening. Days 7-8 havana Stop in at Santa Clara to visit the Che Guevara mausoleum and memorial to learn about Ches amazing life - be sure to see the impressive bronze statue of him bearing his rifle. Back in Havana, there is time for a final night of salsa.
accoMMoDatioN Comfortable hotels (7 nts) traNsPort Minibus GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals 7 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners BuDGet Allow CUC$140 for meals not included DeParts Selected Wed GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed traVeller ratiNG Not applicable as this is a new itinerary start 2008 07 May 21 May 04 Jun 18 Jun 02 Jul 16 Jul 06 Aug 20 Aug 03 Sep Finish 14 May 28 May 11 Jun 25 Jun 09 Jul 23 Jul 13 Aug 27 Aug 10 Sep 17 Sep 01 Oct 15 Oct 05 Nov 12 Nov 26 Nov 03 Dec 10 Dec 31 Dec 2009 07 Jan 24 Sep 08 Oct 22 Oct 12 Nov 19 Nov 03 Dec 10 Dec 17 Dec 07 Jan 14 Jan 21 Jan 28 Jan 04 Feb 18 Feb 25 Feb 04 Mar 11 Mar 08 Apr 22 Apr 29 Apr 13 May 28 Jan 04 Feb 11 Feb 25 Feb 04 Mar 11 Mar 18 Mar 15 Apr 29 Apr 06 May 20 May 20 May 27 May 10 Jun 17 Jun 24 Jun 27 May 03 Jun 17 Jun 24 Jun 01 Jul Vinales fruit, Cuba - Libby Blamey
" View the vibrant orchids of mountainous soroa " Visit the Palacio del Valle in cienfuegos " explore trinidads spanish-style churches " experience the unique scenery of caribbean cuba
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cuban adventure
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GB£760* EU¬1120* *plus Local Payment CUC$285
Physical culture shock
15 days, ex Havana
itiNerary... Day 1 havana Discover pirate and colonial histories in this port city. Day 2 soroa/Vinales Explore the orchid garden or climb to an impressive lookout with excellent views over the countryside. Then, its onto Vinales to stay with a local family. Day 3 Pons Cycle from Vinales to Pons before continuing on to meet a peasant family to see how rural Cubans live. Later, try out the optional San Vincente mud masks, mineral baths or massage services for ultimate relaxation. Day 4 Vinales Valley/ cayo levisa Bike towards Cayo Levisa and enjoy a boat ride to the island, followed by a seafood lunch and free time to snorkel or chill-out. Days 5-6 san Diego de los Banos/havana Rest weary legs with a dip in hot springs then return to Havana to enjoy a homestay with a local family. Days 7-8 cienfuegos Optional activities abound here - try scuba diving or kayaking. Days 9-10 trinidad Enjoy a city tour of the cobblestone streets and tiled courtyards before checking out the white sandy beaches and live music bars. Days 11-12 codina/Guanayara National Parks Trek through Cubas great outdoors - pass by historic and cultural attractions as well as beautiful natural scenery. A final hike leads to the Rocio Waterfall, where its possible to swim in the clear waters. Day 13 trinidad Take an old Russian truck away from the campsite and head back to Trinidad. Days 14-15 santa clara/havana Call in at this historic city where its possible to visit the Che Guevara Monument. Then head back to Havana for one last night of salsa.
Classic car, Cuba - Amy Bolger accoMMoDatioN Hotels (4 nts), homestays (8 nts), camping (2 nts) traNsPort Private bus, Russian truck, bicycle, walking GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals 6 Breakfasts, 5 Lunches, 4 Dinners BuDGet Allow CUC$210 for meals not included DeParts Selected Sun GuaraNtee Subject to min 4 traVeller ratiNG Not applicable as this is a new itinerary start 2008 22 Jun 06 Jul 10 Aug 21 Sep 12 Oct Finish 06 Jul 20 Jul 24 Aug 05 Oct 26 Oct 02 Nov 16 Nov 07 Dec 21 Dec 2009 11 Jan 25 Jan 16 Nov 30 Nov 21 Dec 04 Jan 25 Jan 08 Feb 08 Feb 22 Feb 08 Mar 22 Mar 12 Apr 17 May 28 Jun 22 Feb 08 Mar 22 Mar 05 Apr 26 Apr 31 May 12 Jul
" cycle through cubas fertile countryside " Practice salsa steps in trinidad " trek through tropical national parks " camp in cubas great outdoors
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