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Cuban Adventure
15 days ex Havana
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Cycle through Cuba's fertile countryside, Practice salsa steps in Trinidad, Trek through tropical national parks, Camp in Cuba's great outdoors
From rum bars to colonial towns, vast plantations, fortresses and long beaches, this adventure takes in the old, new and exciting sides of Cuba. See it all from a different perspective as you cycle, trek and dance your way across the island. From charming colonial towns to seaside villages and the unstoppable rhythms of salsa, Cuba will capture your imagination and have you dancing in the streets.
Physical Rating: 3
Culture Shock Rating: 4
Accommodation: Hotels (4 nts), homestays (8 nts), camping (2 nts)
Transportation: Private bus, Russian truck, bicycle, walking
Trip Style: Intrepid Active
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed, subject to 4 people travelling
Budget: Allow CUC $210 for meals not included.
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| Details | | Intrepid Travel | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Havana | Discover pirate and colonial histories of the port city of Havana. | | Day 2 | Soroa/Vinales | | | Day 3 | Pons | Cycle from Vinales to Pons before continuing on to meet a peasant family to see how rural Cubans live. Later, try out the optional San Vincente mud masks, mineral baths or massage services for the ultimate relaxation. | | Day 4 | Vinales Valley/Cayo Levisa | Bike towards Cayo Levisa and enjoy a boat ride to the island, followed by a seafood lunch and free time to snorkel or chill-out. | | Days 5-6 | San Diego de los Banos/Havana | Rest weary legs on a dip in the hot springs then return to Havana to enjoy a homestay with a local family. | | Days 7-8 | Cienfuegos | Optional activities abound here - try scuba diving, kayaking or head out on a catamaran. | | Days 9-10 | Trinidad | Enjoy a city tour of the cobblestone streets and tiled courtyards of before checking out the white sandy beaches to live music bars. | | Days 11-12 | Codina/Guanayara National Parks | Trek through Cuba's great outdoors - pass by historic and cultural attractions as well as beautiful natural scenery. A final hike along the Melodioso River leads to the Rocio Waterfall, where it's possible to swim in the clear waters. | | Day 13 | Trinidad | Take an old Russian truck away from the campsite and head back to Trinidad. | | Days 14-15 | Santa Clara/Havana | Call in at the historical city of Santa Clara where it's possible to visit the Che Guevara Monument. Then it's back to Havana for one last night of salsa. |
| | * The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the time of pricing. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2008 and 31 December 2008, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full. For trips departing beyond 31 December 2008, prices are indicative only. The itineraries and dates are applicable from 01 January 2008 until 31 December 2008. Beyond 31 December 2008 dates and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All information in this brochure is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent trips.
Loss of monies paid applies to all cancelled reservations. The date of trip cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by Intrepid.
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