From CAD 636 Was CAD 849
Guarantee
Small Group
Light
Rating
(20 reviews)
Experience Overview
For too many people, Cuba is nothing more than a beach resort. That’s crazy; the island practically buzzes with energy and you should do likewise — get moving. Journey through the culture-soaked streets of Trinidad and Old Havana for your fill of drinking and dancing. The music here pours out of open windows. Hit the beach and explore the outdoors, then connect with the locals in homestays and make friends for life as you hit the sites with other young people like yourself. Boring? Impossible!
Highlights
- Mingle with the locals at homestays
- Sample local rum and cigars
- Connect to salsa culture on the dance floor
- Explore colonial Havana's alleyways
- Laze under the Caribbean sun.
Trip Details
Product Code: 1764
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Private vehicle.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
18 - 35 Year Olds Only
Supplier Code: CCCR
Starts: Havana, Cuba
Finishes: Havana, Cuba
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Light
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Proyecto Manacú Visit, Manaca Iznaga Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Local Living Moment: Havana Homestay, Havana Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends Your Local Living Moment: Viñales Homestay, Viñales Your Hands-On Moment: Salsa Lesson, Trinidad Your Local Living Moment: Trinidad Homestay, Trinidad
- Arrival transfer
- Havana walking tour
- Bay of Pigs visit
- Che Guevara mausoleum and museum visit
- Orientation walks in Trinidad and Viñales
- Beach time in Trinidad and Bay of Pigs
- Informal Spanish lesson
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Casas particulares (homestays) (7 nts).
- 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Transport
- Private vehicle.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 636 (CAD 80 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Havana
Arrive at any time. Tonight take the opportunity to connect with your fellow travellers. Seek out some live music and break the ice in one of the city's iconic hideouts while toasting with mojitos to the beginning of an amazing holiday.
Day 2: Havana/Viñales
Discover the highlights Old Havana on a walking tour with the CEO. Travel through a rich agricultural area en route to Viñales where both sugarcane and tobacco are grown. Visit a "vega" or tobacco plantation, to see how the famous Cuban cigars are made. Practice some Spanish while staying in a local homestay.
Viñales is in the Pinar del Rio province and located in a fertile valley surrounded by the unusual mogotes, or limestone pincushion hills. Arguably one of the prettiest natural areas in Cuba, we have many opportunities here to enjoy the area, whether it be hiking or simply sitting back and enjoying the view.
Day 3: Viñales
Enjoy a free day to explore the area. Opt to take a day trip to beautiful Cayo Levisa or Cayo Jutías, both paradises of white sand surrounded by the bluest waters. It is a perfect spot for snorkelling or just blissing out on the beach.
Day 4: Viñales/Playa Larga
Travel to Playa Larga. Stop at the Bay of Pigs en route for a swim in the beautiful blue water, and opt to go snorkelling.
Day 5: Playa Larga/Trinidad
Travel to the seaside town of Cienfuegos, and enjoy free time to explore. Continue to Trinidad. Enjoy an orientation walk of the town before a free afternoon to explore the area. In the evening, learn some moves during a salsa dancing lesson.
Trinidad is a haven for anyone interested in outdoor activities. If a beach sounds like what you're looking for, try snorkelling or diving in nearby Playa Ancón, just 12 km (7.5 miles) from town.
Day 6: Trinidad
Enjoy a free day to explore the area. Enjoy a group dinner at a local host's house.
Day 7: Trinidad/Havana
Start the day with a visit to the Manaca Iznaga community, where G Adventures and Planeterra helped create a textiles centre that enables local women to sell traditional textiles. Stop by Santa Clara en route to Havana and visit important historical sites, including the famous Che monument. Discover Old Havana on a short walking tour with the CEO.
Day 8: Havana
Depart at any time.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Tiansha Z - Traveled, November 2023
I felt safe as a solo female traveller and the CEO made the trip so authentic and wonderful
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/07/2023
Jessica P - Traveled, November 2023
Easy to book and fun to join!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/07/2023
Tea K - Traveled, November 2023
The tour was well organized with an excellent tour guide and driver. There was a nice balance of activities and free time. I also liked how sustainability had been taken into account regarding the trip.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/07/2023
Landon N - Traveled, November 2023
I'd recommend this to anyone. It provides a more in depth and authentic experience while traveling. And it brings you closer with like minded individuals.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/07/2023
Christy B - Traveled, November 2023
Amanda was an amazing leader, kind caring and considerate of everyone on the trip. I enjoyed the experience and would recommend it
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/07/2023
David H - Traveled, November 2023
I've had two very enjoyable trips with excellent CEOs seeing things I wouldn't normally see if I hadn't gone with G Adventures.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/07/2023
Ida S - Traveled, October 2023
I've done a few g trips now and have enjoyed every one of them. For this type of travel I don't know any better companies
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/07/2023
Simen A - Traveled, October 2023
Felt like I saw the real deal, and it surpassed all my expactations
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/07/2023
Brandon S - Traveled, October 2023
The ability to get into the communities and see the real parts of the country make G Adventures a unique tour operator and travel experience. I have and will continue to recommend them to family and friends.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/07/2023
Johannes J - Traveled, November 2023
The tour was good and our guide was also friendly but what I and others were missing are crucial information about the region, such as the crazy inflation and that you basically have to trade your money in the streets. I didn't directly booked at gadvantures but the information shared is similar. Especially how much money in cash you should bring was a critical point for some and me. On top, most of us had wished for an additional day at the bay of pigs where we can have a beach day. In the end it was just one late afternoon which was pretty sad. Also the host there was very rude and the breakfast was kinda a joke compared to the others. As an adult you get one slice if toast without any topics but butter, 1/3 of an egg and small pancakes. I think there were also a few fruits at the beginning but this isn't even close to be enough for one person. Also he had a crazy high exchange rate for euros and dollars. 200 is average, in the cities you have to deal with 230-250, and that guy took 260. Would recommend to give that guy feedback and switch places if necessary
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/23/2023
Jenna W - Traveled, November 2023
Value, local exposure
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/23/2023
Tiansha Z - Traveled, November 2023
I felt safe as a solo female traveller and the CEO made the trip so authentic and wonderful
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/07/2023
Theresa B - Traveled, October 2023
The Guide was very good und friendly
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/16/2023
Tamara E - Traveled, October 2023
Because you get Information from Locals about the area and so get a better understanding for the Country.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/16/2023
Kelly D - Traveled, October 2023
Had a great trip!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/16/2023
Kristine H - Traveled, October 2023
You get god information and you see a lot
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/16/2023
Emma B - Traveled, September 2023
G makes it safe and easy to travel new places, especially for people on their own.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/16/2023
Bianca v - Traveled, September 2023
The tours are always extremely organized with great attention to detail. G provides a good way for people to explore ?solo? travel and meet other like minded travellers. The guides are knowledgeable, kind and make your safety their number one priority.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/02/2023
Nathalie M - Traveled, September 2023
The guide went out of his way to make the whole trip fun and create a nice group dynamic
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/15/2023
Paul S - Traveled, September 2023
If I could give higher than a 10, I would! Primary reason being the character, professionalism and fun that our guide brought to our trip! Emilio really did the most for us as a group - he brought great energy, no problem was too big, and he shared so much about Cuba and it's culture and history with us. Thanks Emilio, we know it wouldn't have been the same without you!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/15/2023
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