SEVEN DAYS IN CUBA Supremely vibrant Havana, scenic Viñales, breathtaking Las Terrazas. Soak in Cuba s fascinating culture, its incredible people, and the impactful interactions that are unique to this enigmatic island nation. Your authenticity-inspired trip includes can t-miss iconic sights plus insider tips and special experiences you won t be able to find on your own.
SERVICES PROVIDED INCLUDED IN YOUR PACKAGE Six (6) nights double-occupancy accommodation. Transportation for all daily activities in luxury air-conditioned bus. Stress-free legal itinerary providing an epic Cuban experience. All daily activities listed on the itinerary [1]. All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) listed on the itinerary. Dedicated full-time local Cuban guide offering assistance, guidance and wisdom. Airport pickup & drop-off upon arrival & departure from Havana airport. Compliance with all US travel regulations. Cuba Travel Handbook describing what you need to know before you go (dual currency system, internet access, cash, what to bring, what to look for, etc.). NOT INCLUDED Flight & Cuban Visa. Tips for guide, bus driver, and restaurant staff ($10-15 per person per day). Alcoholic beverages. Baggage or other airline fees. Cancellation or other travel insurance (highly recommended). [1] Please note: Our Cuban partners work super hard to make your journey unfold seamlessly. However, access to communications, transportation and supplies can be a challenge in Cuba. In circumstances beyond our control, we reserve the right to make changes to travel arrangements as necessary to provide you with the best experience. Your exact schedule and itinerary may depend on the number of registered participants. 4
FLIGHTS, CUBAN VISA AND LEGALITY FLIGHTS Commercial airlines operate nonstop service to Havana, Cuba. Book a flight on your preferred US carrier and input your flight information into our online registration form. We will track flight delays automatically and be waiting for you at the airport when you land! VISA All U.S. flight carriers offer same-day purchase of the visa on your date of departure. Please confirm availability directly with your airline. LEGALITY Travel to Cuba is safe and legal. We are licensed by U.S. Treasury's OFAC to provide travel services to Cuba. Leave the legal headaches to us! We ensure that your trip is fully compliant with all U.S. travel regulations. You will be traveling on a people-to-people educational license. We take care of all of this for you by providing a legal people-to-people tour! 5
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Day 1 (Arrival) Welcome to Havana Dinner! Arrival Afternoon Welcome to Havana! Your transportation will be waiting for you upon arrival at the airport and will be with you for the entire trip. Retrieve your bags and proceed outside to meet your driver and guide. Check-in at your hotel: Proceed to your hotel to check-in. Please take some time to rest as needed before heading to dinner. Feel free to explore Havana during your free afternoon, while leaving time to freshen up as needed before dinner. 7:00 PM Welcome to Havana Dinner! Evening Special Welcome Event! 7
Day 2 Exploring Havana: Arts, Adventure & Salsa 8:30 AM Breakfast: Full breakfast provided in your hotel. 9:30 AM Depart for Old Havana: Please be ready to depart by this time. 10:00 AM Exploring Old Havana: Find your bearings and step back in time, as you immerse yourself in the iconic, colorful and historic Habana Vieja (Old Havana) with your local guide and engage in conversations with the Cuban people. 1:00 PM Lunch Highlights include: Plaza de Armas, Plaza de la Catedral, Taller de Grafica and more! 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Museum of Bellas Artes: Discuss historic Cuban art not found anywhere else in the world, in the visually stunning Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes (National Museum of Fine Arts), providing meaningful context to Cuba and its people. Recharge: Return to your hotel to rest and freshen up (suggested). 8:00 PM Dinner Evening Salsa Night: Head to a cool spot for a group salsa lesson! Must-do experience in Cuba! Get ready to shake off your worries with high-energy salsa fun for total beginners and dance enthusiasts alike! 8
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Day 3 Classic Cuba: Cigars, Classic Cars, Hemingway & More Salsa! 8:30 AM Breakfast: Full breakfast provided in your hotel. 9:30 AM Depart for Cigar Factory: Please be ready to depart by this time. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM 11:00 PM - 1:00 PM Cigar Factory: Witness world famous Cuban puros rolled right before your eyes at one of Havana s local cigar factories as you learn the craft of this historic tradition! Havana Classic Car Excursion: Simply the best way to experience Havana. Hop into a vintage classic American car, discuss the historic landmarks while cruising through Havana's beautiful and diverse neighborhoods. 1:00 PM Lunch: Lunch at the historic Hotel Nacional, built in 1930 to resemble the Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach, Florida. This art deco neoclassical hotel is one of Havana's architectural symbols. 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM Hemingway House: Capture the spirit of famed novelist Earnest Hemingway at this sprawling historic mansion. The home's interior has been virtually untouched since the day that Papa, the U.S.- ambassador-in-spirit left. Recharge: Return to your hotel to rest and freshen up (suggested). 7:00 PM Dinner 9:00 PM El Cañonazo: Witness an ancient canon-firing ceremony in a castle, a colonial custom that once signaled citywide curfew, one we will not observe this evening! Evening Head over to a famous spot for a night of outdoor salsa, good vibes and make new Cuban friends! Put your salsa moves to practice tonight and don t hold back! 10
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Day 4 Vinales Tobacco Country Located three hours from Havana, Viñales is a beautifully quaint Cuban town nestled among soaring limestone cliffs and tobacco farms. These limestone mogotes, combined with Viñales vibrantly colored casas in shades of orange, green, pink, yellow, blue, red have earned the Valley of Viñales a World Heritage designation. 8:00 AM Breakfast: Full breakfast provided in your hotel. 9:00 AM Depart for Viñales: Please be ready to depart by this time. 12:00 PM Lunch: A beautiful farm-to-table lunch spot. 2:00 PM Tobacco Country: Tour tobacco country like a Cuban farmer. Stop at a tobacco farm run by a lovely family and learn how to roll cigars with a twist. Explore the lush Vinales valley! 8:00 PM Dinner Evening Head to our favorite live music venue in Havana and immerse yourself in the lively rhythms. 12
Day 5 Havana Grooves: Dance and Cultural Immersion 9:00 AM Breakfast: Full breakfast provided in your hotel. 9:30 AM Depart for Compas Dance: Please be ready to depart by this time. 10:00 AM Habana Compas Dance: Experience the awe-inspiring Habana Compas dancers and percussionists, with discussions on the influence of African rhythms on Cuban music. 12:00 PM Lunch 2:00 PM Almacenes Market: Visit this vast handicraft market and take a piece of Cuba home with you. Free Afternoon Free Evening Experience Cubaneo: The remainder of the afternoon is yours to explore Havana, engage in meaningful discussions with Cubans and Experience Cubaneo those spontaneous interactions with locals that you never forget. No group dinners are planned. Feel free to ask your guide for recommendations! 13
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Day 6 Las Terrazas Located one hour from Havana, Las Terrazas has been recognized as a biosphere reserve by UNESCO. This ecovillage is home to age-old coffee plantations, gorgeous cascades, and a vibrant art community. 8:30 AM Breakfast: Full breakfast provided in your hotel. 9:30 AM Depart for Las Terrazas: Please be ready to depart by this time. 10:30 AM Coffee Plantation: Visit one of the oldest coffee plantations in Cuba and have the opportunity to talkwith local farmers. 12:00 PM Lunch: Enjoy lunch en el campo with farm-fresh local ingredients. 2:30 PM Explore Las Terrazas: Take a stroll around town, engaging in discussions with local artisanal talent. Don t worry about the heat, your next activity will cool you down. 4:00 PM Cascade Swim: Swim with locals in the town s emerald pools at the Baños del San Juan! 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Recharge: Return to your hotel to rest and freshen up (suggested). 8:00 PM Dinner Evening On your last night in Havana, party at the famous Fabrica de Arte Cubano, a must-see Cuban art installation and nightlife center. 15
Day 7 Farewell from Havana Departure Depart for airport: Please plan to depart three and a half hours prior to your scheduled flight. Tag us to be featured! @HERCAMPUS @CUBACANDELA #hercuba2018 16