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We a r e p l e a s e d t o i n v i t e y o u t o t a k e a n e x t r a o r d i n a r y j o u r n e y t o C u b a – l o n g t h e f o r b i d d e n f r u i t o f i n t e r n a t i o n a l
travel, and today the most in-demand destination on the planet! During this “quick-trip” to Havana, you will be
treated to the following:
CRUISE HAVANA’S FAMOUS MALECON IN A VINTAGE AMERICAN CAR ON YOUR WAY TO A PALADAR DINNER!
WALK THROUGH THE LOCAL FISHING VILLAGE OF COJIMAR, THE SETTING FOR “THE OLD MAN & THE SEA”
EXPLORE AND SHOP IN THE AMAZING ARTISANS MARKET IN OLD HAVANA
AN EXCLUSIVE INTRODUCTION TO THE PRIVATE HOME OF THE FAMOUS CUBAN PAINTER,
JOSE RODIGUEZ FUSTER, KNOW AS FUSTERLANDIA
EXPLORE FINCA VIGIA, THE CUBAN HOME OF ERNEST HEMINGWAY WHERE HE LIVED
FOR 21 YEARS, AND NOW A NATIONAL MUSEUM
DINE IN HAVANA AT SOME OF CUBA’S BEST PRIVATE HOME PALADARS
ENJOY A FREE DAY FOR INDEPENDENT EXPLORATION IN ONE OF THE WORLD’S
MOST ICONIC AND FASCINATING CITIES
BEACH EXTENSION TO VERADERO PENINSULA AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
The program is specially designed to highlight the myriad treasures of Havana, certainly the cultural and spiritual
center of Cuba, and to give you free time as well for independent exploration. Known for having music on every
corner, creative and excellent cuisine, and a thriving, vibrant art scene, Havana is the perfect destination for that
long weekend getaway you’v been waiting to take!. Don’t wait too long - Cuba is going to change fast!
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“The only things that the United States has given to the world are skyscrapers, jazz, and cocktails.
That is all. And in Cuba, in our America, they make much better cocktails.”
- Federico Garcia Lorca
DAY 1/MONDAY: DEPART MIAMI / ARRIVE HAVANA
PARQUE CENTRAL / MELIA COHIBA
Morning charter flight from Miami to Havana. Bienvenidos a Havana! Meet your Cuban host and head
directly to the colorful neighborhood of Callejon de Hamel. Here you’ll find brilliant mural paintings, stalls
selling herbs for curing colds and lovesickness alike, and of course, music everywhere. Meet Salvador
Gonzalez Escalona, whose prolific murals adorn the neighborhood. Lunch is in the heart of Old Havana
at Paladar 3 Monedas. Afterwards, stroll the cobblestone streets visiting Plaza de la Catedral, the Plaza
de Armas and the Used Booksellers Market. Dinner tonight at a local Paladar. (L,D)
DAY 2/TUESDAY: HAVANA
PARQUE CENTRAL / MELIA COHIBA
N o t r i p t o C u b a i s c o m p l e t e w i t h o u t a v i s i t t o a c i g a r f a c t o r y, a n d t h a t i s w h e r e w e s t a r t t o d a y. S e e
the Cemetery of Columbus and the elegant Miramar area. Attend a briefing at the Cuban Institute of
Cinematographic Art & Industry, dedicated to the improvement of Cuban films and artistic expression.
Have lunch at the famous El Aljibe Restaurant. Travel to the village of Jaimanitas to view the magnificent
works of Jose Rodiguez Fuster. Mr. Fuster ’s art has become a cherished part of Cuban culture, not to
mention a photographer ’s dream come true. (B,L)
DAY 3/WEDNESDAY: HAVANA / FINCA VIGIA / COJIMAR
PARQUE CENTRAL / MELIA COHIBA
Ernest Hemingway lived in Cuba from 1939 to 1960. Visit his mansion, Finca Vigia, where his 9,000-book
library is preserved, as well as his famous fishing boat, Pilar . In the communal District of Alamar on the
outskirts of Havana, you are introduced to the organic community gardens called Organoponicos. Visit
the village of Cojimar, setting for the novel The Old Man and the Sea, and have lunch at Paladar El Ajiaco.
In the afternoon see El Moro fort with its magnificent view of Havana. Afterwards, explore the Museum of
the Revolution. There is time for shopping at the Artisans Market located on the Malecon. (B,L)
DAY 4/THURSDAY: HAVANA FREE DAY
PARQUE CENTRAL / MELIA COHIBA
Today is your free day in Havana to indulge in independent exploration of one of the world’s most iconic
and f a s c i n a t i n g c i t i e s . A s H e m i n g w a y o n c e s a i d , “ I l i k e m y D a i q u i r i s a t E l F l o r i d i t a a n d m y M o j i t o s a t
L a B o g e d i t a d e l M e d i o ” - so you may choose to follow the path of the great author! Alternatively, simply
stroll the streets of Havana and meet the friendly locals, always willing and interested to share some of
their lives with you. Tonight cruise along the famous Malecon to your Paladar dinner in one of Cuba’s
plethora of marvelous vintage American cars. You, too, will be part of the rolling museum! (B,D)
DAY 5/FRIDAY: DEPART HAVANA / ARRIVE MIAMI
Morning transfer to the airport for your return charter flight to Miami. (B)
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MARCH 13-17 • MARCH 26-30 • APRIL 2-6 • APRIL 6-10 • APRIL 10-14 • APRIL 23-27 • MAY 1-5 • MAY 3-7
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PRICE
PER PERSON
Cost of Adventure:
2-3
$4985
4-6
7-10
11-15
16-20
$4575
$4225
$3875
$3675
SINGLE SUPP .
$1995
Charter flights Miami/Havana/Miami: $585 per person based on economy class service
Cuba Visa: $85 per person
Cuba Departure Tax: $25 per person
Final program costing will be based on the number of guests confirmed on a specific departure date
Private arrangements can be offered on any of the departure dates listed above
Rates are per person based on double occupancy
Included airfares are based on current pricing and subject to change without notice prior to ticketing
Included in your program are:
4 nights Havana at the Hotel Parque Central or Hotel Melia Cohiba with buffet breakfast
Meals as indicated by (B) (B,L), (B,L,D) - B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
One drink per included Lunch/Dinner: bottle of water, coffee, glass of wine, beer, mojito, soft drink, etc.
Meet & greet services at all Cuban airports for arrivals and departures
All transportation as noted in itinerary by modern air-conditioned vehicles
All entrance fees for included touring as indicated in the itinerary • Bottled water aboard all vehicles
Cuban travel insurance covering medical repatriation expenses only (required by the Cuban Government)
Authorization documentation allowing passengers to clear US immigrations upon returning to the United States provided by A Licensed
Cuba Travel Service Provider and the USA Office of Foreign Assets Control
Air Charter flights Miami/Havana/Miami based on economy class service (rate listed separately)
Cuba Visa Fee & Cuba Departure Tax (rates listed separately)
Not Included are:
Items of a personal nature such as laundry, telephone calls,
both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (during non-included meals), internet/WiFi services,
incidental expenses at hotels, etc,
Meals, drinks and touring not mentioned in the itinerary
More than one drink at meals which are included in the program
Gratuities for guides, drivers, hotel maid service, hotel porters, restaurant waiters
Payment Schedule:
A deposit of $1000 per person is required at the time of booking. Deposits are payable by personal check,
wire transfer or credit card. Final payment is due 60 days prior to departure.
Rates & Fares:
All rates shown are accurate at the time of publication and are based on foreign
exchange rates subject to change resulting from currency fluctuations.
Refunds & Cancellations:
All cancellations must be in writing. The per person cancellation charges are:
• More than 90 days prior to departure: 50% of deposit
• 89-60 days prior to departure: 100% of deposit
• 59-45 days prior to departure: 30% of tour price
• 44-30 days prior to departure: 50% of tour price
• Less than 30 days prior to departure: 100% of tour price
There is no refund for a partially completed tour or for unused services of any kind. TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
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If
Normally,
substitutions are of a superior or equal quality.
a substitution of equal or superior quality cannot be made, a refund will be paid for the difference.
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