'Great Cuba Tour Superior with Turkish Airlines 12 Days 13 Nights'
DAY 1: ISTANBUL ✈ HAVANA
Departure to Havana at 02:00 with Turkish Airlines' direct flight.
Arriving in Havana in the morning after an approximately 13-hour flight. After passport procedures, we will transfer to the city center by our private bus.
Our first exploration is a panoramic city tour filled with the symbols of Havana:
• Revolution Square (the place that hosted Fidel Castro's historic speeches)
• Malecón Coastal Road
• Capitolio and Central Park
• Paseo del Prado
We will have photo breaks and take an introductory tour before settling into our hotel at the end of the day.
Dinner at the hotel or a local restaurant.
Accommodation: NH Capri 4★ – Havana
DAY 2: HAVANA – OLD CITY & RUM MUSEUM
Morning: After breakfast, we will set out to explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Habana Vieja (Old Havana) on foot.
• Guided walk through historic areas such as Cathedral Square, Plaza de Armas, and Obispo Street.
• Short stops at legendary bars like El Floridita and La Bodeguita del Medio where Ernest Hemingway spent time.
Lunch: Enjoy lunch with Cuban flavors at a local restaurant.
Afternoon: Visit to the Havana Club Rum Museum to learn about the history of Cuba's world-famous drink and enjoy tastings.
Evening: Free time. For those interested, an optional classic car tour of Havana is available.
Accommodation: NH Capri 4★ – Havana
DAY 3: HAVANA – CIENFUEGOS – TRINIDAD
Morning: After breakfast, we depart from our hotel and travel along the Caribbean coast to the city of Cienfuegos (3-3.5 hour journey).
Lunch: Upon arrival in Cienfuegos, city tour:
• Jose Marti Square • Palacio del Valle
• Coastal Boulevard & Theaters
Afternoon: Arrival in Trinidad, renowned for its colorful colonial houses and protected by UNESCO.
• City walk: Plaza Mayor, craft market, cobblestone streets… Evening: Free time.
Accommodation: Hotel La Ronda 4★ – Trinidad
DAY 4: TRINIDAD – SANCTI SPIRITUS – CAMAGÜEY
Morning: After breakfast, we leave the hotel and move to the interior regions, heading to the city of Camagüey via Sancti Spiritus.
Lunch: Short photo and rest breaks along the way. Afternoon: Arrival in Camagüey.
• Plaza San Juan de Dios,
• Colorful houses,
• Pottery workshops, • Craft streets will be explored.
Dinner at the hotel.
Accommodation: Gran Hotel Camagüey 4★
DAY 5: CAMAGÜEY – SANTIAGO DE CUBA
Morning: After breakfast, we head to Santiago de Cuba (approximately 5 hours of pleasant travel).
We pass through mountains, tropical valleys, and villages along the way. Afternoon: Upon arrival in Santiago, city tour:
• Museum of the Revolution,
• Moncada Barracks, • Antonio Maceo Square, • Walking tour through historic streets.
Dinner at the hotel.
Accommodation: Melia Santiago 4★
DAY 6: SANTIAGO – CASTRO'S GRAVE & MORRO FORTRESS
Morning: After breakfast, the full-day tour begins.
• Castillo del Morro Fortress: A military fort overlooking the Caribbean Sea.
• Santa Ifigenia Cemetery: The graves of leaders like Fidel Castro and Jose Marti.
Lunch: Lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon: Free walk in Cespedes Square and the city center. Accommodation: Melia Santiago 4★
DAY 7: SANTIAGO – BAYAMO – SANTA CLARA
Morning: Early breakfast, followed by a long but cultural journey through Bayamo to Santa Clara.
Lunch: A comfortable route is followed with stops along the way. Afternoon: City tour of Santa Clara:
• Che Guevara Memorial • Train Assault Memorial
• Parque Vidal and surroundings.
Dinner at the hotel.
Accommodation: La Granjita 4★ – Santa Clara
DAY 8: SANTA CLARA – VARADERO / ALL-INCLUSIVE PARADISE
Morning: After breakfast, we set off for Varadero, the jewel of the Caribbean.
After approximately 4 hours of travel, we arrive at our hotel and complete check-in.
Afternoon: Time to enjoy the "all-inclusive" concept offered by the hotel.
• Free time for sun, sea, and sand enjoyment.
Accommodation: Iberostar Bella Vista 4★ – Varadero
DAY 9: VARADERO – BEACH FUN
Morning: After buffet breakfast, all day free time. You can benefit from the hotel's amenities;
• Pool, sea, massage, spa
• Buffet lunches and dinners, bars, activities
Accommodation: Iberostar Bella Vista 4★ – Varadero
DAY 10: VARADERO – VINALES – HAVANA
Morning: After breakfast, we head to Vinales Valley.
• Organic tobacco farm
• Cueva del Indio cave and boat tour • Photo breaks in natural landscapes. Lunch: Traditional meal at the farm.
Afternoon: Return to Havana. In the evening, optional Tropicana Show for those interested.
Accommodation: NH Capri 4★ – Havana
DAY 11: HAVANA – TOUR WITH CLASSIC CARS & FREE TIME
Morning: After breakfast, a 2-hour special tour in colorful classic American cars.
• Enjoyable driving in areas like Vedado, Plaza de la Revolución, Miramar.
Afternoon: Free time for shopping and exploring in Havana.
Evening: Optional Tropicana Show or local music events. Accommodation: NH Capri 4★ – Havana
DAY 12: HAVANA ✈ ISTANBUL
Morning: Early transfer to Havana Airport. Depart for Istanbul at 08:40 with Turkish Airlines via Caracas.
DAY 13: ARRIVAL IN ISTANBUL
Arrival at Istanbul Airport at 09:30.
As we leave behind the magic of the Caribbean, our tour concludes with unforgettable memories.
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What's Included
Round-trip economy class flight ticket from Istanbul to Havana with Turkish Airlines
11 nights of accommodation in 4★ hotels in all cities specified in the program
Half board accommodation (breakfast + lunch or dinner)
All-inclusive hotel accommodation in Varadero (buffet meals, drinks, activities)
All airport-hotel-airport and intercity private road transfers
Comfortable bus journeys with a maximum of 5-6 hours daily
City tours in Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad, Camagüey, Santiago, Santa Clara, Vinales, Varadero
Visit to the Havana Club Rum Museum and rum tasting
Tour of ceramic workshops and art street in Camagüey
Visit to Castro's tomb and Castillo del Morro fortress in Santiago
Tobacco plantation, cave, and boat tour in Vinales Valley
Half-day nostalgic tour in Havana with classic American cars
Professional Turkish-speaking guiding services
All museum/archaeological site entrance fees specified in the program
Mandatory travel insurance
Not Included
Departure tax for traveling abroad
Tourist visa for Cuba (provided by Ejder Tourism – fee 50 USD)
Lunch and dinner not specified in the program
Personal expenses at hotels (minibar, phone, room service, etc.)
Optional tours such as Cayo Blanco Catamaran Tour, Tropicana Show, live music nights ✘ Tips (average of 100 USD recommended per person for guide, captain, luggage handling services)
International travel health insurance (if a more comprehensive policy is requested)