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Cuba - Caribbean Rhythms - Overland Trip

2 weeks: Havana to Havana (IMT-LTCR08)

Intro

Within minutes of arriving in Havana you\'ll be caught up in the rhythm of Cuba, with its continual backdrop of salsa music. As we travel through this remarkable island the constant musical and revolutionary theme continues, providing a great accompaniment to a selection of atmospheric colonial cities and beautiful tropical scenery.

Group Size

Max 15

Activities

Hiking in the Sierra Maestra Mountains

Accommodation

14 nights tourist class hotels

Transport

Private air-conditioned bus, truck in Sierra Maestra Mountains

Airport Transfer

To hotel day 1

Fully Escorted

By Imaginative Traveller tour leader and/or local Cuban guide

Meals

As per itinerary. B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner

Entrance Fees

Included for all sites listed as part of the itinerary

Itineraries

Day 1, HAVANA

Arrive and transfer to hotel.

Day 2, HAVANA

Morning orientation tour of the old city of Havana on foot. Free afternoon to further explore this vibrant city with its creaking old cars, beautiful colonial buildings and lively street life. (B)

Day 3, HAVANA - CIENFUEGOS - TRINIDAD

Drive to Cienfuegos, 'The Pearl of the South'. This famous Caribbean port was redesigned by French colonists in 1819. We have time to explore the city and sample the local speciality of fresh seafood before driving to Trinidad. (BD)

Day 4, TRINIDAD

A full free day to explore one of Cubas most enchanting towns. (BD)

Day 5, TRINIDAD - CAMAGUEY

Drive to Camaguey, known for its narrow, twisting streets and alleys which form a complicated labyrinth designed to confuse pirates in the past. Free day to explore. (B)

Day 6, CAMAGUEY SIERRA MAESTRA

We head up into the Sierra Maestra Mountains. (B)

Day 7, SIERRA MAESTRA

The Sierra Maestra Mountains form a rugged massif that stretches along Cubas south-eastern coast. We spend the day hiking through this wild landscape up to the Comandancia de la Plata, Castros headquarters during the revolution. (BL)

Day 8, SIERRA MAESTRA - SANTIAGO DE CUBA

After a free morning to enjoy the stunning views we drive to Santiago de Cuba. (B)

Day 9, SANTIAGO DE CUBA

Sandwiched between the Caribbean and the mountains, Santiago is Cubas second city and the undisputed home of the nations music scene. As well as many opportunities to hear live music, there are also a wealth of colonial and revolutionary sites to visit. We have a full free day. (B)

Day 10, SANTIAGO BARACOA

Free morning in Santiago de Cuba. We then drive to Baracoa, the oldest city of the island in the easternmost point of Cuba. (B)

Day 11, BARACOA

Baracoa was the first city in Cuba founded by the Spaniards, back in 1512. We have a free day to explore the citys historic center, enjoy the tropical landscape, or simply relax on the beaches. (B)

Day 12, BARACOA - HOLGUIN

With beautiful trails, archeological sites and stunning beaches, Holguin has many attractions to explore on our day here. (B)

Day 13, HOLGUIN - SANTA CLARA

Drive to Santa Clara, a buzzing provincial town that was the first major city to be liberated by the communists. We visit the Che Guevara monument and have time to explore the old city. (B)

Day 14, SANTA CLARA - HAVANA

Return to Havana. End your trip drinking a Mojito in La Bodeguita del Medio, Hemingways favourite waterhole in Havana. (B)

Day 15, HAVANA

Tour ends. (B)

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Last updated: 8th June 2008