4-Day Adventure Itinerary in Havana, Cuba

  • Day 1: Old Havana Walking Tour
    10 minutes (2.5 km) from Vedado

    Explore the historic Old Havana on foot, a recognized UNESCO World Heritage site. Visit Plaza Vieja, Plaza de Armas, and Catedral de San Cristóbal. Try some street foods, including the famous churros and tostones. End the tour with a rum and cigar tasting.

  • Day 2: Viñales Valley Adventure
    2 hours (165 km) from Havana

    Take a day trip to the scenic Viñales Valley, known for its tobacco fields, mogotes and caves. Hike through the valley, swim in the Mural de la Prehistoria, and visit a tobacco plantation to learn about Cuba’s most famous export.

  • Day 3: Scuba Diving in Coral Beach
    40 minutes (20 km) from Havana

    Head to Coral Beach for a thrilling scuba diving experience. Dive into the crystal clear waters and explore the colorful corals and diverse marine life. For beginner divers, there are trained professionals on hand to assist.

  • Day 4: Cojimar & Hemingway's Finca Vigía
    25 minutes (10 km) from Vedado

    Visit the coastal town of Cojimar and learn about its connection to the famous novelist Ernest Hemingway. Check out the statue of Hemingway dedicated to the town and grab lunch at his favorite restaurant La Terraza. Afterward, visit Finca Vigía, Hemingway's former home and now a museum where you can see his personal belongings, including his boat.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Old Havana Walking Tour (4 hours): Free
  • Viñales Valley Adventure Tour: $75
  • Scuba Diving in Coral Beach (3 hours): $70
  • Cojimar and Hemingway's Finca Vigía (4 hours): $30
  • Total Estimated Costs: $175

Transportation

Transportation in Havana includes taxis, collective cars, buses, and bicycle rentals. Taxis are the most expensive option while buses are the cheapest but not always the most reliable. A typical taxi ride within the city center can cost between 5 to 10 CUC.

Useful tips

If you have extra time, consider doing a Day Trip to the beaches in East Havana or catching a show at the famous Tropicana nightclub. Be sure to bring comfortable walking shoes for the Old Havana Walking Tour and bring your own snorkeling gear for the scuba diving tour.

Airports

José Martí International Airport (HAV) is the primary airport in Havana, located about 15 kilometers southwest of the city center. It is the busiest airport in Cuba and serves various airlines that connect Havana to the rest of the world.

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