Imbibe in heavenly Havana’s otherworldly charms

Cuba Explorer’s Weekend in Havana tour

Day 1 • Friday • Say Hello to Cuba!

Arrival at Havana’s José Martí International (HAV) airport.
Transfer to, and check-in at your boutique accommodations is prearranged.
Enjoy a welcome cocktail, freshen up, and settle in.
Group welcome dinner with your guide at Paladar Café Laurent.
Meet the musicians of the renowned Buena Vista Social Club, and enjoy a performance of their enchanting melodies.

Day 2 • Saturday • Discover Old Havana + Hemingway’s house

Greet the day with tasty breakfast at your boutique accommodations.
Walking tour of the four historic plazas in Old Havana with a local guide. Meet residents and shopkeepers along the way, many of whom are beneficiaries of our humanitarian travel project.
Visits to the two most famous bars in Cuba, La Bodeguita del Medio and El Floridita, famed haunts of Ernest Hemingway.
Meet with private Cuban artisans and craftworkers at Almacenes de Depósito San José, a giant dream market offering thousands of handmade objects and paintings.
Special lunch arranged for you at the five-star Ajiaco paladar.
Visit Ernest Hemingway’s Finca Vigía home and meet the docents and curators who maintain his vast library, manuscripts, and personal belongings.
Return to your boutique accommodations to freshen up.
Dinner at the renowned Mojito Mojito restaurant in Plaza Vieja in Old Havana.
Together with hundreds of Cubans, attend El Cañonazo, the 9 PM Cannon Firing Ceremony.

Day 3 • Sunday • Afrocuban culture, art + 1950s classic American cars

Greet the day with tasty breakfast at your boutique accommodations.
A magical mystery tour of Callejón de Hamel, a haven of Afrocuban music, dance, and artful murals.
Tour the private wonderland of acclaimed Cuban muralist and ceramist José Fúster known as the Picasso of the Caribbean. Meet him, and learn from his team about new art in our Americas.
Seafood lunch at Fusterlandia.
Get to know the innovative mechanics and chauffeurs who lovingly restore 1950s classic American cars as you drive through Havana’s ancient streets.
Return to your boutique accommodations to freshen up.
Dinner not included. Your guide will assist helping you pick from among dozens of fine eateries.
Time to explore the city with your new Cuban friends.

Day 4 • Monday • Bye-bye Cuba

Greet the day with tasty breakfast at your boutique accommodations.
Transfer to Havana’s José Martí International (HAV) airport for flights home.

Trip review from December 2019

Very interesting. I did a lot of research so it was close to what I expected. Enjoyed the food, coffee, and general sightseeing. No problems with this trip.

Jason Harding
Macomb, Michigan

Trip review from November 2019

I love the people. They were gracious, kind, and beautiful. I loved talking with the professor and learning about the history of the music. Our guide Geldrys ... Full review

Deborah Parker Powell
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Trip review from November 2019

Beautiful place with lots of interesting venues, and people who are friendly and welcoming. I loved that we ventured out of the city center to see places we ... Full review

Susan Moguel
West Palm Beach, Florida

Trip review from November 2019

We loved this trip. Everyone was friendly, the food everywhere we went was excellent, and the accommodations were terrific. Most special: the food, the people, our tour guide ... Full review

Beth Neiderman
Ventnor, New Jersey

Trip review from November 2019

It was a wonderful experience! The people were friendly and the food was delicious! I saw many interesting sites. I would recommend anyone to take this tour.

Karma Stark
Mantua, New Jersey

Trip review from October 2019

Wonderful, warm people! I'll remember our walking tour of Old Havana and our guide Rachel forever.

David Prensky
Yardley, Pennsylvania

Trip review from October 2019

I was very surprised by the level of satisfaction the Cuban people have for the government and their situation which was contrary to what I supposed. Everyone was ... Full review

Danielle Breaud
New Orleans, Louisiana

Trip review from September 2019

I was worried before travel that Cuba amenities would be sub-par. Instead, the hotel, restaurants, pool, and so on were all of an excellent standard. I loved Cuba! ... Full review

June McCarthy
Roswell, Georgia

Trip review from August 2019

Growing up in America and the story of the Cuban Missile Crisis and Fidel Castro and flying over Cuba to Grand Cayman Island, I remember looking out the ... Full review

Pete Mannion
New York, New York

Trip review from August 2019

Visiting Cuba was everything I hoped for and more. The people are warm, the country is splendid, and the culture full of vibrancy and pulsating energy. Our tour ... Full review

Kimberlee Sherbrooke
Baltimore, Maryland

Trip review from June 2019

Great people, great history and wonderful learning experience. Loved each of the scheduled activities, and our very knowledgeable tour guides, as well as the visit with Professor Núñ... Full review

Ruth McCoy
Missouri City, Texas

Trip review from May 2019

Very nice people. Our Cuban tour guide Claudia was excellent, friendly and professional. The tour was without problems.

John Alderman, Iii
Charleston, West Virginia

Trip review from June 2019

Havana, Cuba was amazing. The people were all so friendly, the food was amazing, and I really enjoyed the music and dancing. Mojitos, mojitos, mojitos – I love them, ... Full review

Katherine Phillips
New York, New York

Trip review from June 2019

We enjoyed getting to know the Cuban people and the culture. We were sad that so many beautiful buildings are crumbling and in disrepair. We loved our trip ... Full review

Cheryl Cagle
Marietta, Georgia

Trip review from June 2019

After four days in Havana, I found the city to be beautiful and historically significant. All the Cubans with whom I came in contact were kind and generous. ... Full review

Lauren Fischel
Fairfield, Connecticut

Trip review from May 2019

We were extremely happy with our time in Cuba. Thank you! The people are so very warm and creative, pulling together and supporting each other in difficult times. ... Full review

Heidi Larsen
Olympia, Washington

Trip review from May 2019

The general hospitality of Cuba will be remembered. Everyone was very kind. The food was delicious. The entire experience was terrific. Claudia, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable ... Full review

Pamela Harris
Chicago, Illinois

Trip review from May 2019

Cuba is an incredibly beautiful country with friendly and industrious people, a vibrant and long-standing culture, and a rich history. I appreciated getting the opportunity to interact with ... Full review

Ryan Whalen
Washington, District of Columbia

Trip review from May 2019

So much better than I ever expected. Beautiful place and people.Our tour guide Arian was fantastic. The bus driver got us through some crazy situations of tight ... Full review

Mary Margaret Kamer
Nashville, Tennessee

Trip review from May 2019

We had a great experience in Cuba. The people were friendly, and the culture was beautiful. There's too much to see and do, but we always wanted more. ... Full review

Mariama Liverpool
Washington, District of Columbia

Trip review from May 2019

Beautiful, fantastic, people are extra friendly and helpful. We will come back on a more extended tour to see more of the island beyond Havana! In four short ... Full review

Ivan Mayes
Prospect, Kentucky

Trip review from May 2019

The trip exceeded my expectations. I would love to have the opportunity to return someday. Cuba is beautiful and a well-kept secret. Our tour guide Geldrys was the ... Full review

Katherine Martin
Allentown, Pennsylvania

Trip review from April 2019

Very nice and accommodating people. I enjoyed the trip so very much. The people and the old cars stand out as highlights. Everything was good. Thank you, Cuba ... Full review

David Erdman
Chuluota, Florida

Trip review from April 2019

Wonderful and very nice people.The lecture with the professor, fusterlandia, and the tour guide and driver.I think we could skip the market where people were selling ... Full review

Adam Eltarhoni
Washington, District of Columbia

Trip review from April 2019

I loved the time I spent in Havana. I liked the small size of our group. I had not expected it to be such a majestic city. It ... Full review

Elizabeth Murray
Albany, New York

Trip review from April 2019

Shortly after arrival in Cuba, we found it to be a country of friendly and determined people. Proud, yet welcoming. Rich in history. Coming from the States, we ... Full review

David Edwards
Maspeth, New York

Trip review from April 2019

I will visit again! Cuba was beautiful. I highly enjoyed the people and their culture. Linette was a delightful tour guide. She was very knowledgeable, informative and great ... Full review

Lori Taylor
Baltimore, Maryland

Trip review from April 2019

The people of Cuba are so welcoming and kind. Every single person we met on the street around Havana was courteous and excited to speak with us. The ... Full review

Samuel Michael Duncan
Fayetteville, Georgia

Trip review from March 2019

I felt very safe enjoyed touring Havana and meeting some of its people. Liked the fact that everything imaginable was included: food, entertainment, sights. We experienced ... Full review

Faye Tobin
Cincinatti, Ohio

Trip review from March 2019

I enjoyed exploring Cuba. I found the people to be wonderful and friendly. The culture (music, art, dance, and cuisine) was lively, warm and unique. The accommodations were ... Full review

Mary Celeste Eisele
Como, North Carolina

Trip review from March 2019

Loved the Cuban people and their culture! We enjoyed the restaurants, architecture, and cultural exhibits. We didn't experience any problems. Our guide Mandy was a great tour ... Full review

Gary P. Korngold
Colorado Springs, Colorado

Trip review from March 2019

I totally enjoyed our weekend tour of Havana! The people were so amicable. I loved seeing the historic buildings in old Havana and Miramar and also enjoyed hearing ... Full review

Christopher Lowman
Houston, Texas

Trip review from March 2019

I loved the people, the rich history, and signts of Cuba. So many tour highlights, it's hard to say. Our Guide Mandy was superb. Nothing was overlooked, and ... Full review

Daniel Berkowitz
Larchmont, New York