Cuba family adventure

Day 1: Arrive Havana

Arrive in Havana at any time. Check into our hotel and enjoy the city.
One of the oldest cities in the western hemisphere, Havana was designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1982. It contains a wealth of colonial architecture, and the old city and streets around the malecon (ocean-side walkway) are best discovered on a walking tour.
The city is home to various museums, and depending on your area of interest, there is practically a museum for everyone. One of the city’s (and the island’s) most prominent attractions though, are its music and clubs. Everywhere you go you will hear and feel the music and see people freely dancing in the streets. The island literally pulses with the beat and blend of Afro-Hispanic rhythms and movement.

Day 2: Las Terrazas / Soroa

A short trip west brings us to Cuba’s "Garden Province" of Pinar del Rio. We tour the small community of Las Terrazas with a visit to the natural pools of San Juan before arriving at our night stop at Soroa, surrounded by palm trees and green vegetation.
This area receives a particularly high level of rainfall, and as a result is incredibly lush, with very tall trees and plentiful orchids. There are nearby coffee plantations, waterfalls and hot springs, and we have some time to enjoy the semitropical forest before continuing further west the following day.
Total travel time to Las Terrazas: approx 1.5 hours; travel time Las Terrazas to Soroa: approx 20 minutes. Includes breakfast

Day 3-4: Viñales

Venture further into Pinar del Rio province to the small town of Viñales, cradled in a fertile valley and surrounded by an unusual landscape of limestone pincushion hills known as mogotes. Arguably one of the prettiest natural areas in Cuba, we have plenty of opportunities to enjoy the area, whether it be horseback riding, hiking, or simply sitting back by the pool and enjoying the view.
Here we take a sightseeing tour of the valley, including a visit to the Cueva del Indio ("Indian Cave"), where we can get up close to the valley’s incredible geological formations, including a section of the cave toured by boat!
On Viñales’ main plaza there are both a cultural centre and a municipal museum, however most visitors to the area come for the views and the nearby outdoor activities. The region has extensive cave systems, a result of the slow dissolution of the limestone bedrock by underground rivers; the conditions also created the striking mogotes, reminiscent of the hills of Guilin in southern China. There are plenty of outdoor activities here, including horseback riding or hiking to incredible views of the valley and sprawling tobacco fields. Travel time to Viñales: approx 2 hours. Includes 2 breakfasts

Day 5: Havana

A 3 hour trip brings us back to the capital city of Havana. We spend the afternoon touring the city in vintage automobiles - what a fun way to see the city! Includes breakfast

Day 6-8: Guajimico

A journey southwest takes us by the Zapata Peninsula and to our lodgings on the southern coast, Villa Guajimico. Set in a beautiful secluded harbour, Villa Guajimico has a variety of water-based activities available, including fun activities for the kids, and is our base for the next few days.
Villa Guajimico is located at the southern and central part of Cuba, close to the coast between the cities of Cienfuegos and Trinidad. The nearby Guamuhaya mountain range descends to the sea, offering you beautiful views of the surrounding landscapes. Our 3-star Villa has cabins with hot water and many modern conveniences. All of the rooms are located in a natural environment and built in a traditional Cuban style.
Villa Guajimico is an ideal destination to combine both coastal and sea activities and excursions, as well as a chance to see the traditional way of life in the Cuban countryside. Kayak and catamaran sailing excursions from our easily accessible secluded harbour are included, and there are walking trails on site for some hiking around in between water sports.
During our time here we also include a full-day tour to the nearby colonial city of Trinidad, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a photographer's dream. We give you a quick tour of the city to get your general bearings, and the rest of the time is up to you to wander the cobblestone streets, shop and experience the great music scene that has made this city famous before returning to Guajimico for the night.
Trinidad is a musical hub (and in Cuba this is saying a lot), and you are never out of earshot from a group of musicians playing local salsa or son. The town has the requisite Casa de la Trova, a mainstay of Cuban musical culture in every town, and most nights of the week you can find locals and tourists alike dancing and enjoying live music in front of the Casa de la Musica, on the corner of the main plaza. Includes 3 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners

Day 9: Havana

Enjoy a half day by the pool before returning to Havana in the afternoon for one final night in the city. Includes breakfast

Day 10: Depart Havana

You are free to depart at any time on Day 10, though remember check out from the hotel is approx. 12am midday Includes breakfast