Old Havana (La Habana Vieja): A UNESCO World Heritage site, Old Havana boasts intricate colonial architecture and vibrant plazas. Key spots include the Cathedral of Havana, Plaza de Armas, and the iconic Malecón promenade.
Viñales Valley: Known for its stunning limestone mogotes and tobacco plantations, Viñales Valley offers opportunities for hiking, horseback riding, and exploring traditional tobacco farms where visitors can witness cigar-making processes firsthand.
Cuba’s Classic Cars: Experience a ride in some of the world’s most colorful vintage cars from the 1950s. These classic vehicles are a symbol of Cuba’s history and are widely used for transportation and tours around the island.
- Bay of Pigs (Bahía de Cochinos): This historic site is known for the failed U.S. invasion in 1961. Visitors can explore the surrounding natural beauty, engage in water activities like snorkeling and scuba diving, and learn about Cuba’s history at the Museum of the Bay of Pigs.
Getting to know Cuba would take a lifetime: its colors, its spirit of change, its tradition, its colors, its music, the sea. The list would be endless. We have tried to tell you about it the 4 must-do stops for an unforgettable experience
When you think of the paradise of the Caribbean, to the land of the white beaches like sugar, to the cigars, at scent of rum, at the music and to a long history, can only come to mind Cuba. Its nature, colonial architecture, and virgin tropical beaches make it possible to visit the island at any time of the year and always enjoy the warm water temperature. In terms of climate, Cuba is one of the best places in the world: there is never a shortage of sea and sun in Cuba.
We wanted to summarize the trip in 4 stages, which can make an accurate snapshot of this wonderful land.
Havana
Havana
Landing in Cuba means being welcomed to theHavana and feel yourself in a completely different world, where everything is color. Leave your cell phone, which will hardly ever work anyway, and get into the Cuban mood. To really get to know the authentic spirit of the place, it is good to familiarize yourself with the locals; to do so, simply take a cab right away that will take you to the casa particular ( typical private home that does hospitality) and take a hook that will accompany you to discover the island.
What to do in Havana
- Mandatory stop to make is Centro Habana and theHabana Vieja, the soul of the city, where the colorful houses, the inhabitants are thirsty for tourists. Habana Vieja is overflowing with colonial treasures, magnificent buildings and museums, and is one of the capital’s must-see places. E’ UNESCO World Heritage Site since the 1980s. Walking around TheHabana Vieja will give you a one-of-a-kind experience.
- Strolling through the bustling street of Calle Obispo
- Visit one of the many museums dedicated to Che Guevara
- Entering even just for a photo in the Bodeguita del Medio local famous for its mojito famous for its mojito
- Sipping a margarita at the bar El Floridita, local place where he still sits Hemingway, immortalized in bronze, on the stool where he perched to drink a double unsweetened daiquiri, the house specialty without which the writer “could not live a single day.”
- Taking a ride on the typical Cuban cars That smell of gasoline, but give a unique experience
Trinidad
Trinidad
Trinidad, is the colonial town considered among the most beautiful in the world. It was the third city founded by the Spanish crown in Cuba thanks to Diego Velázquez in 1514. The Cuban landscape has all its charm in a few cobblestone alleys and in the palaces of the 18th century, in the pastel colors in the detailed baroque squares are beautiful. Its beauty and authenticity makes it a declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1988.
What to do in Trinidad
- Visit Plaza Mayor where the statue of the poet is located Luis Martinez
- Taking a picture in the Cobbled streets with colorful houses
- Visit Casa Tempio de Yemayá, the site of an altar dedicated to the sea deity
- Walking on Plaza de Santa Ana, which is located in the historic center of the city, just 500 meters fromPlaza Mayor. It is here if you want to reconnect with the world that you can do it because it is one of the few places where you can use the Internet.
- Making appetizers with the Canchánchara, the typical rustic rum-based cocktail served on earthenware cups.
Viñales
Viñales
The picturesque Viñales, is located within the Parque Nacional de Viñales and is one of the most fascinating places in all of Cuba. The environment here is very peaceful and welcoming, which makes this idyllic place perfect for enjoying a few days of relaxation and reflection in contact with nature. The location boasts architectural evidence dating back to the colonial period, which, combined with the environmental values, make Viñales is a beautiful place. It is no coincidence that in 1979 it was declared a National Monument e UNESCO World Heritage Site.
What to do in Viñales
- Going to take a picture in the Mirador de los Jazmines (Belvedere los Jazmines), where you can observe the immense natural landscape and its mix of different shades and colors that make this area so special.
- Making a horseback riding in the wilderness
- Visiting the famous Cueve del Indio Caves a place that will remain etched in memory for the presence of underground rivers as the río San Vicente
- Visiting one of the plantations of tobacco and thelocal crafts where you can see how tobacco production takes place and how the famous Cub cigars are rolled
Varadero
Varadero
Oh the sea! It really has to be said, because once you get here, you will feel like you have never seen the sea because of the blue spectacle that you have in front of you. In this place it seems that the sky and the sea meet and become a spectacular whole. When it comes to Varadero, in particular, comes to mind, perhaps, the more capitalist aspect of the island, for its resorts offering all kinds of amenities, make a break from the pristine and authentic aspect that make the island wonderful. If, however, you know how to get away from it all, you can enjoy absolute relaxation here. Varadero beach, in fact, has been honored by Travelers’ Choice Awards as one of the “The best of the best beaches.” Here the white beach and the crystal clear sea stretch for about 20 km. Crystal-clear blue water at a consistently pleasant temperature provides ideal conditions for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts to enjoy truly breathtaking seabed.
What to do Varadero
- Taking a trip to Cayo Blanco To see the dolphins
- Reaching Playa Coral to make ascuba diving o snorkeling To admire the beautiful coral reefs and marvelous seabed
- Relax is the watchword
- Tasting a good dinner at lobster base.
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