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Cuba
is the Caribbean 's
largest island. Its relative political isolation has prevented it
from being overrun by tourists, and as a result, the locals are very
friendly towards tourists. Cuba
is a relaxed place to visit, despite the formality of the colonial
architecture. It is known for its dancing, night life and
magnificent beach resorts, not to mention the famous Che Guevara.
ITINERARY
Day
1
HAVANA - PINAR
DEL RIO
Arrival
Havana , reception and transfer to
Pinar del Rio . Accommodation in Aguas
Claras.
Day
2. PINAR DEL RIO
(Breakfast)
Free day to enjoy the city. Because
of its near-perfect natural beauty, this province in the westernmost
part of the country is also known as "the Garden of Cuba ."It is famous for
growing the best tobacco in the world. It was named Nueva Filipinas
in 1774, but that name never caught on and since 1778, it has been
known as Pinar del Río.
Day 3.PINAR DEL
RIO
- CIENFUEGOS(Breakfast)
After
breakfast, transfer to Cienfuegos
and accommodation at Villa Guajimico. Considered
the Cuban architectural jewel of the 19th century, Cienfuegos
is outstanding for the perfect design of its streets and for the
refinement and good taste of the buildings in the historical centre
of the city, which has been declared a national monument. When
visiting, stop by the Casa del Fundador (Founder's House); Nuestra
Señora de la
Purísima Concepción
(Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception) Cathedral; Tomás Terry
Theater; Ferrer Palace; and José Martí Park, which contains the
only arch of triumph in Cuba.
Other
attractions include the Prado Promenade, Valle Palace,
Museums of Naval and Provincial History, Reina (Queen's) Cemetery
and Jai-Alai Courts.
Farther out from the center of the city, tour the Nuestra Señora de
los
Angeles de
Jagua (Jagua for short) Fortress, Tomás Acea Cemetery
and the Botanical Gardens. In
addition to these cultural and historical attractions, Cienfuegos
has excellent facilities for scuba diving and other water sports,
nature tourism and thermal baths.
Day
4. CIENFUEGOS
(Breakfast)
Free
day in Cienfuegos
Day
5. CIENFUEGOS - HAVANA (Breakfast)
After
breakfast, transfer to Havana . Accommodation
at the Hotel Deauville. Guided city tour on foot of the historical
centre of Havana including a
visit to the Palacio de la Artesania. Founded
on its present site in 1519, the settlement of San Cristóbal de
La
Habana
prospered mainly due to its bay, which was a natural port of call
for ships sailing to and from the New
World .This
was one of the main historical reasons for the subsequent
development of a city noted for its architectural diversity and
whose nucleus still contains an exceptional collection of buildings
put up around public squares, and has led UNESCO to declare it a
part of its world heritage in 1982.Over
eight and a half miles (14
kilometers )
of excellent beaches lie to the east of the Cuban capital, which is
symbolized by the Giraldilla. To the south, a green belt contributes
to a healthful atmosphere. The city itself is a cultural center with
a solid infrastructure of hotels and is prepared to host all kinds
of conferences and congresses. Alejo Carpentier, one of Cuba 's
most famous authors, called it "the city of columns" and
focused attention on its
streets, which he considered a perennially rich show of life,
humanity and contrasts that was bound to entertain any observer. The
settlement of San Cristóbal de La
Habana ,
which was founded in the southwestern part of the island in 1514,
was moved to the northern coast of the port of Carenas in 1519. Every
November 16th, the anniversary of its founding is observed with a
picturesque traditional ceremony at the Templete, around an ancient
silk-cotton tree in whose shade-according to tradition, was the
first meeting of the town council and where the first Mass was held.
Day
6. HAVANA (Breakfast)
Free
day.
Day
7. HAVANA (Breakfast)
Transfer
to the airport for your return flight home.
Prices available on request with excellent discounts for large groups.
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