TOURS & EXCURSIONS IN VARADERO
VARADERO
It has the enchantment of its beach, the bounty of its sun and the pleasure that the Caribbean provokes. More than 20 kms of beach of fine white sand and a limpid blue sea identify Varadero, which occupies a very privileged position in the Caribbean area. Internationally recognized as one of the most famous beaches of the world where tourists from all latitudes turn up in the search of a sensational vacation while enjoying its pure air, clean and safe beaches, and comfortable accommodation in 4 or 5 star hotels. Varadero is a palpable image of the ideal place for a stay like no other: with family, alone or with others.
During the XIX century, and with the objective of careening their boats, many mariners began to anchor their ships along the shore of the beaches and thence the name: Varadero. There they found a tranquil and isolated place with indescribably beautiful beaches. In the decade of the 50's, a project began for the first constructions, and utilized them as houses of resting by its owners for long periods of vacation. Actually, it is the most important tourist destination of Cuba, and in it, you will find the biggest concentrated number of the best hotels of the country, all 4 or 5 stars.
FROM HAVANA TO VARADERO
Early in the morning, and after having breakfast, we will departure to the previously chosen hotel in Varadero, the well-known blue beach located only two hours from Havana. On our way we will stop at the lookout point of The Bacunayagua Bridge from where we will admire the authentic landscapes of the Cuban countryside and also the highest Cuban bridge; here, we will have the unique opportunity to taste the famous Piña Colada and Coco Punch cocktails.
Arrival at the chosen hotel in Varadero with a private check in express pleasantly rendered and amused by a Cuban trio performance while enjoying a welcome cocktail.
The rest of the afternoon will be free to enjoy the hotel facilities (beach, swimming pool, and nautical activities, among others.)
Dinner at the buffet restaurant or at a thematic restaurant of the hotel. The night is free for enjoying the hotel amusing activities.
THE SEAFARI TO CAYO BLANCO
Famous for its untouchable spotlessness and weird beauty.
Early in the morning, and after having breakfast, we will be transferred to the Marina.
After arriving at the GAVIOTA Marina, we will begin the Seafari on board of luxury and modern technology catamarans. It will be a great adventure and a fabulous exciting sailing, where we will enjoy: lively games, snorkeling around the coral reef, swimming, dancing, relaxing, beach time, multi-lingual animation, and an Open bar on board with national drinks while in the key we will taste the traditional Cuban cocktails and drinks, and a delicious seafood lunch based on lobster served on all a full-day cruises. After lunch, free time to enjoy the beach at the key.
4.00 pm: Return sailing ashore to the Marine
Transfer to the hotel.
DINNER OUTSIDE THE HOTEL: At 8.30 pm the group will be transferred to one of the most spectacular and luxury salon of the “Xanadu Mansion Chateaux.” After dinner, we go up to El Mirador Bar that will be exclusively granted and closed for our group, for enjoying one hour open bar with Cuban music. Finally, we will go to the Mambo Club cabaret to enjoy a live performance of a Cuban Mambo orchestra; then, return to the hotel.
THE 4 X 4 RALLY TO CANIMAR RIVER
This excursion will be plenty of surprise and adventures that will let us to enjoy the beauty of the Cuban countryside landscapes, its nature and its people.
This rally will be done in caravans through mixed roads and intricate terraces ways along the countryside of the zone. These roads have neither abrupt pending down hills nor declivity slopes. The first stop will be at the Saturno Cave which is a flooded cave with crystalline waters that spring up from natural underground sources, then we will continue traveling to the Canimar River. Once we arrive at and before boarding the boats, our guides will give us a briefing about the procedures and security measures you should have in mind to lead the rubber boats while ascending up the river.
This trip through the river will be held in caravans, sailing along 12 Kms of safe waters, but the use of a lifebelt is strictly demanded. We will grapple the boats at the end of the river in a well-known place called “La Arboleda,” and there we will have time off to enjoy and relax, or carry out some other activities such as ride rowing boats, riding on horses, visiting the ruins of an old French coffee-tree plantation, bathing in a spring up of natural underground crystalline waters, or resting on comfortable hammocks under the pleasant fruit-trees shades.
In this beautiful place and in touch with the nature we will taste an authentic creole Cuban lunch. Finishing this unforgettable excursion we will return to our hotel.
At night, we will enjoy a private theme dinner at the hotel (beach, swimming pool, or at a meeting room).
DAY 4. EXCURSION TO TRINIDAD
Early in the morning, and after having breakfast, we will be transferred to Varadero airport to take our private flight to Trinidad, an old museum city located between the sea and the mountains. The Village of the Holy Sanctity Trinidad of Cuba was founded in the XVI century, and it was declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1988. Trinidad is a very well-preserved city with public squares, and baroque and neoclassic buildings that can be taken as a testimony of the economic and cultural opulence of the colonial period. It is a traditional city with a great number of domestic, public, and religious architectural masterpieces balustered with precious woods, railing and grating grille-works, narrow streets made of cobbled stone, and beautiful roofs that lure every visitor.
After arriving at Trinidad airport we will take military trucks that will take us to the Valle de los Ingenios lookout point from where we can behold at the beauty and splendor of the whole valley. We will keep on our trip to the city stopping at La Canchanchara for drinking a traditional Cuban cocktail. Once in Trinidad, we will make a whole running day walking around the city, and stopping at the Romantic Museum.
Lunch will be taken at one of the typical restaurants of Trinidad: El Jigue, Santa Ana, or at El Ranchon Cubano, which is located by a nice river outside the city. At the end of the excursion we will go back to Varadero.
DAY AT LEISURE
Time off at the hotel to enjoy the beach, to practice some sports or simply to rest.
Lunch at the hotel.
DINNER OUTSIDE THE HOTEL: Gala dinner animated with lively and traditional Cuban music at the Retiro Josene Tourist Complex, together with an exclusive show for an unforgettable night. Then, return to the hotel.
“SEE YOU SOON CUBA.”
Time at your disposal to enjoy the hotel facilities, and lunch at the hotel.
In the afternoon: At the scheduled time, transfer to the “Jose Marti” International Airport in Havana for the departure.
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