5-Day Luxury Itinerary for Cuba

  1. Day 1: Explore Old Havana
    30-minute drive from José Martí International Airport

    Begin your trip with a visit to Cuba's historic old town and a guided walking tour to visit historic landmarks. See the beautiful baroque-style Catedral de La Habana and the Plaza de Armas, which dates back to the 16th-century.

  2. Day 2: Distillery Tour and Local Cuisine
    1-hour drive from Old Havana

    Join a Havana Club Rum Distillery Tour, where you'll learn the histo ry of rum production in Cuba. Enjoy a tasting of the finest Cuban spirits and indulge in local cuisine from one of the on-site restaurants.

  3. Day 3: Scenic Drive to Viñales
    2-hour drive from Havana

    Enjoy a scenic drive to Viñales, an idyllic town surrounded by mountains and rolling hills where you can experience horseback riding, hiking, and visits to tobacco farms to learn about cigar-making.

  4. Day 4: Relax in Varadero
    3-hour drive from Viñales

    Take an easy and luxurious day off at one of the most beautiful beaches in Cuba, with over 13 miles of white sand and the calm turquoise waters of the Caribbean Sea. Unwind and relax at a luxury beachfront resort and enjoy a cocktail.

  5. Day 5: Return to Havana for Art and Culture
    2-hour drive from Varadero

    Explore the rich art scene in Cuba with a visit to the Museum of Fine Arts or the Havana Contemporary Art Museum. Take part in a salsa dance class or visit the famous Tropicana Cabaret show for a night of music and entertainment.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Havana Club Rum Distillery Tour (2 hours, $80)
  • Viñales Horseback Riding Excursion (4 hours, $100)
  • Beachfront Massage in Varadero (1 hour, $90)
  • Tropicana Cabaret Show with Dinner (4 hours, $150)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $4,600

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, consider visiting Trinidad, a colonial town with cobblestone streets, or Santa Clara, the city where Che Guevara's mausoleum is located. To save money, stay in a casa particular instead of a hotel, or avoid the Havana Club Distillery Tour and explore the rum-making process with a cheaper option such as visiting a local bar or restaurant.

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