The Island Collection
Cuba
7 day "Havana - Varadero Combination" package
A classic 6 night fascinating and contrasting tour, combining the culturally rich Havana with a relaxing all inclusive beach stay
Itinerary
Day 1 : Havana
Arrival in the airport. Welcome by our representative and transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Havana.
Day 2 : Havana - Full day private tour
Full day private tour of Havana (private tours can be arranged on all days accept Sundays)
Taking in the essential sights of Old Havana, this tour captures the colonial spirit of Cuba’s remarkable capital city. Dating back to the 16th century, Old Havana is steeped in history and flanked by old colonial buildings. The walking tour takes you to the impressive Museum of the Revolution housed in the former Presidential Palace where you can learn more about Cuba’s revolutionary history leading up the present day.
Continue with a visit to one of Havana’s working cigar factories where you will have the opportunity to experience the handmade production process of the world’s most famous cigars.
Continuing past the impressive Capitolio building and through the fascinating narrow cobblestone streets in the heart of the old city with many stops to admire the sights. The tour will conclude with visits to the historic squares Plaza d’Armas and Plaza de la Catedral both of which preserve a charming colonial ambiance and some of the finest architecture in Cuba.
Have lunch at the impressive El Patio restaurant overlooking the Plaza de la Catedral a truly unique setting for lunch. Following lunch and a short walk through the craft market the tour will continue through Old Havana towards the harbour with stops at Plaza de San Francisco and the small garden dedicated to Princess Diana and Mother Teresa.
Visit the Havana Club rum museum for a fascinating insight into the history of Cuba’s famous drink and its production process with of course the chance to sample the finished product!
The Classic Cars will be waiting for a unique panoramic drive along the Malecon promenade towards Morro Cabana (Castle). The castle guards the entrance to Havana’s harbour and offers magnificent views across to the Havana skyline. Continuing by Old American car along the length of the Malecon there will be an absorbing drive through Miramar an elegant area of the city with large colonial mansion houses many now Embassies before returning to Revolution Square. This is a highly significant landmark in Havana and overlooked by the famous Che Guevara Mural. A stop shall be made at the Jose Marti memorial and some time will be allowed for you to walk around the area before driving through the heart of Havana to the Parque Central hotel where the tour ends!
Overnight in Havana. (B,L)
Day 3 : Havana
Day at leisure. Overnight in Havana. (B)
Day 4 : Havana - Varadero
Transfer in seat-in coach to your resort in Varadero where you will stay for the next 3 nights in all inclusive formula. Overnight Varadero (B,L,D)
Private transfer available at extra cost.
Day 5 and 6 : Varadero
2 Days at leisure in all inclusive formula (B,L,D)
Day 7 : Varadero International Airport -or- Havana International Airport
Departure transfer in seat-in coach to Varadero or Havana international airport for your flight.
| Price Includes |
3 nights accommodation in Havana – bed and breakfast basis
3 nights accommodation in Varadero – All inclusive basis
Return airport shuttle transfers (option to upgrade to private transfers)
Seat-in coach transfer Havana / Varadero / Havana (option to upgrade to private transfers)
Full day private tour of Havana including lunch and a 2 hour panoramic drive through Havana in a classic vehicle
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| 5* Hotel Combination |
Hotel Parque Central in Havana and Sandals Resort Varadero
From NZ$1480pp |
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| 5*/4* Hotel Combination |
Hotel Parque Central in Havana and Breezes in Varadero
From NZ$1360pp |
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| 4*/3* Hotel Combination |
Hotel Telegrafo in Havana and Sirenis la Salina in Varadero
From NZ$1099pp
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