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Itineraries

Day 1

Arrival, Check In, Welcome Dinner, Cannon Fire

Our Letty's Cuba driver and guide will welcome you at Jose Marti International Airport. On your way to your accommodations, you will enjoy a panoramic view of Plaza of the Revolution, Old Havana and Vedado.

Check In at lodging.

5:30 pm - Welcome Dinner at Chef Ivan’s El Carbon Restaurant (Included)
Pamper your senses with an outstanding, family style welcome dinner. The menu includes typical Cuban dishes like "arroz con pollo" and "masitas de cerdo." Chef Ivan uses new recipe ideas from his travels around the world to create his flavorful "Cuban fusion" cuisine. Join the list of many happy clients including the King of Spain, Will Smith, Ben Affleck, Penelope Cruz, and others!

7:45 pm - Cannon Fire Ceremony
Take a drive to the fairgrounds of Castillo de San Carlos de la Cabaña. A spectacular sunset and view of the city awaits you. Meet tourists and locals who visit the fort to witness the unique tradition of the Cannon Fire Ceremony. Since the 1700's, this event takes place at 9 pm, signifying the closing of the city doors. Furthermore, you may shop for souvenirs at the end of the event.

Day 2

Classic Convertibles, Photoshoot, Cigars, Old Havana

8:30 am – 10:00 am - One Hour ½ Classic Convertible Car Ride and Photoshoot
Ride with class in one of our colorful, classic convertibles in Havana. For one hour, you will ride along Old Havana and the Havana Malecon. With the photoshoot included this will be a unique and unforgettable experience!
Note: Photographer will WhatsApp photos to you.

10:30 am – 11:30 am - Cigar Factory
Visit the Partagas Cigar Factory and learn the process of selecting, rolling, cutting, and packaging the famous Cuban cigars.

12:00 pm -1:30 pm - Lunch at Mojito, Mojito Restaurant (Included)
Delight in authentic Cuban cuisine while enjoying the energy of the plaza.

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Plaza Vieja-The eclectic Plaza Vieja is surrounded by colorful colonial buildings. The oversized Carrara dominates the center of the plaza. Great place for photos!

Plaza San Francisco de Asis - The plaza features the Basilica Menor San Francisco de Asis, the boutique Hotel del Marques de San Felipe and Santiago de Bejucal, and the Chamber of Commerce.

4:00 pm - Back to lodging to freshen up.

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm - Dinner at Cha-Cha Restaurant (Included)
Cozy and friendly restaurant with great cuisine.

Day 3

Day Tour to Varadero Beach with Lunch

Pick up at 8:30 am.

Varadero is one of Cuba's jewels, a charming town known for its powder white sand beaches and laid-back atmosphere. The ride will take about two hours.

On the way to Varadero, we will stop at the impressive Bacunayagua look-out point and take in a panoramic view of the Matanzas province. Once in Varadero, delight in lunch at Mansion Dupont. Then, enjoy Varadero beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Last, visit the town and connect with local vendors.

Return to Havana in the late afternoon.

Suggest a quick dinner at Visa Vis (within walking distance from lodging).

Day 4

Hemingway Experience, Community Project, Architecture and History

Pick up at 9:30 am

10:00 am – 11 am - Hemingway’s Finca Vigia
Today, we will drive to San Francisco de Paula for a tour of Finca Vigia, Hemingway's country home in the 1940s. He wrote some of his famous works, the most famous, "The Old Man and the Sea."

11:30 – 2:00 pm -Muraleando in Lawton, Includes Authentic Cuban Lunch and Salsa Class
This community project, in the suburbs of Lawton, is an enriching artistic and social community project. Guests can delight in local art, music, dancing, and Cuban cuisine.

3:00 pm - Paseo del Prado
“Paseo” (stroll) one of Havana’s most famous avenues, El Paseo de Prado. A tree lined street with marble floors and benches, as well as bronze lions along the entrances, the paseo is the perfect place to take a relaxing walk and take in the beauty of Old Havana and the Malecon. Stop by Parque Central where you can admire the colonial architecture of the Capitol Building, Grand Teatro Alicia Alonzo

4:30 pm - Back to lodging to freshening up.

8:45 Pick up for Cabaret Parisien Dinner/Show/Transfer (Included) (Doors open at 9:30 pm)
Dress up time for the Cabaret Parisien Dinner/Show! Beautifully staged, the show represents the development of the Cuban “mulato,” a fusion of Indian, African, and Spanish roots.

12:00 am – Back to lodging.

Day 5

Colonial Plazas, Afro-Cuban Music and Dance, Arts and Crafts

Pick up at 9:30 am

10:00 am – 12:00 pm - Plaza de Armas and La Catedral
The Plaza the Armas houses the Hotel Santa Isabel, the Templete Monument and the Castillo de la Fuerza Real.

The Cathedral Church dominates this Plaza, but you can also discover restaurants and small museums within the square. Hemingway’s Bodeguita del Medio is a “most stop,” for a mojito and to leave your name on one of the street walls.

12:00 pm - Lunch at Antojos Restaurant (Included)
Satisfy your cravings for authentic Cuban dishes at Antojos.

1:30 pm – 2:30 pm Callejon de Hamel Drums and Rumba
The Callejon (Alley) of Hamel is devoted to Afro-Cuban culture. Enjoy the beautifully created afro-sculptures, and art murals made by local artists. Ready for a rumba dance? At noon on Sundays, the alley comes to live with rumba music and dancers. So, rumba with the locals!

3:00 pm – 4:00 pm - Almacenes San Jose
Enjoy live music while you shop for souvenirs and art.

4:15 pm - Back to lodging.

7:30 pm - Farewell Fiesta Cubana and Authentic Cuban Dinner at Aly’s (Included)
This wonderful lady has a very successful Air B&B, and her chef is amazing! Mingle with your new Cuban friends and celebrate your amazing trip to Cuba!

Day 6

Goodbye Cuba!

This amazing Cuba experience has reached its end. Thanks for traveling with Letty’s Cuba Travel and Tours. We hope that your experience was amazing! Our friendly driver will transfer you to Jose Marti airport. Please be aware that check in is two and a half hours prior to departure time. Until next time!

Limited Space!

To register by completing our Request for Cuba Travel Form: Click Here!

To register by phone, please call:  954-368-0546. 

  • Visa & Certification
  • Lodging at well located Air B&B
  • Breakfast
  • Airport Transfers
  • Daily Classic Car Transport
  • 5 Days Guide
  • 1 ½ Hour Classic Convertible Ride & Photoshoot
  • Cannon Fire Ceremony
  • Colonial Plazas
  • Hemingway Experience
  • Cigar Factory
  • Muraleando Community Project & Salsa Class
  • Callejon de Hamel - Afro Cuban Rumba and Drums
  • Almacenes San Jose Shopping
  • Cabaret Parisien Dinner/Show/Transfer
  • Day Tour to Varadero Beach with Lunch
  • 4 Lunches (appetizer, main dish, 1 beverage, dessert, coffee) 
  • 4 Dinners (appetizer, main dish, 1 beverage, dessert, coffee) 

EXCLUDES:

Airfare (required medical insurance is including in airfare)

Tips (take small bills;  it is hard to break large bills.

Travel insurance

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