International Flight to Havana.

Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport and assisted by a Yampu representative. You will be privately transferred with your guide from Havana International Airport to your hotel.

Private Walking Tour of Old Havana, including the Rum Museum.

Enjoy a private walking tour of Old Havana. Havana Vieja is the historic and colonial heart of Havana.

The main purpose of this tour is to familiarize you with this colorful part of the city. The walking tour covers the four most important squares, each with its own character and history.

The Plaza de Armas has a peaceful atmosphere with thick, tropical vegetation sheltering an antique book market. Impressive baroque palaces surround the square, such as the Palacio de los Capitanes Generales, now the Museo de la Ciudad, which houses a statue of Christopher Columbus under towering Royal Palms. The Plaza de San Francisco features impressive commercial buildings like Lonja del Comercio, with the main attraction being the Basilica de San Francisco. Plaza Vieja is surrounded by pastel-colored townhouses and is almost completely restored. The Plaza de la Catedral is home to the exceptionally beautiful Catedral de San Cristóbal, as well as important examples of early colonial architecture. All the squares are linked by historic streets such as Calle Obispo, which are like open-air museums containing historic shops and even a chocolate museum. You may also visit old hotels, such as the Ambos Mundos, where Hemingway wrote For Whom the Bell Tolls.

During the walking tour, visit the Rum Museum. Learn from local artisans about rum production and its rich history. You will have a chance to chat with local people and end with a tasting.

You will return to the hotel for your overnight stay.
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Panoramic Tour of Modern Havana in a Classic Car.

Enjoy a panoramic tour in a classic American convertible. The route will vary depending on the weather and traffic. You will be picked up at a pre-arranged time from your hotel and typically travel past the impressive Capitolio building and along the city's famous Malecon seafront from Havana Vieja to the high rises and crumbling atmospheric streets of Vedado.

You will also stop at the Plaza de la Revolución, an imposing square dominated by a giant statue of José Martí, Cuba's most famous independence hero. You will travel along 5ta Avenida (originally homage to New York's 5th Avenue) and head out to Miramar (where the mansions are now often embassies or ambassador's residences). You will visit the outside areas of the harbor fortress as a great way to end, with a panoramic view of the city.

At noon, you will be privately transferred (with guide) from your hotel in Havana to your hotel or particular house in Cienfuegos. Like Havana, Cienfuegos has a beautiful Malecon, where you can spend a peaceful evening watching fishermen cast nets and socialize with the locals.

Tonight, dinner reservations are arranged for you at Las Mamparas restaurant (reservations only, cost of dinner paid directly, no transfers included).
Transfer back to the hotel for your overnight accommodation.
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Private Half-Day Walking Tour of Cienfuegos.

This morning, you will take a guided walking tour around Cienfuegos. Panoramic visit to the city's main square, Parque Martí, which is surrounded by the impressive Palacio del Ayuntamiento, the elegant Italian-style Teatro Tomás Terry, and the neoclassical cathedral. This part of the city was recently declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is flanked by the Paseo del Prado, which has some colonial buildings and a statue of the famous musician Benny Moré.

During the tour, we will visit a local establishment to enjoy a typical drink with the locals (cost of drink paid directly). Cienfuegos is a hub of culture, music, and art. We may be able to listen to live bands that perform throughout the city. Your guide will share more details about the people of Cienfuegos.

You will be transferred back to the hotel for your overnight stay.
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This morning, you will be met at your lodging in Cienfuegos and privately transferred (with guide) to your lodging in Trinidad.

Private Half-Day Guided Walking Tour of Trinidad City.

Enjoy a private guided walking tour of Trinidad. The compact colonial center of Trinidad is one of the most sublime in Latin America and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988. The cobbled streets, terracotta rooftops, and pastel-colored houses are easily explored in a morning when the light is good for photography and the temperature is still comfortable.

During the tour, you will also have a chance to visit local artists and learn about their crafts.

Visit the Palacio Cantero, an impressive neoclassical palace owned by a wealthy doctor who used to treat the sugar barons. The building is now the Museo Histórico Municipal, with a beautiful courtyard. If you climb the rickety steps to the tower, you will be rewarded with beautiful views of the city. As a bit of respite and time to relax with the locals, you will visit the Canchánchara, an 18th-century town house with lively music and a bar serving a traditional drink of the same name. You will dance with locals as they enjoy the colorful music that spills out onto the streets. The Plaza Mayor features distinctive wrought iron railings, towering royal palms, and colorful buildings. The Museo Romántico displays a fine collection of antique furniture from the colonial period. Museum entrance and a cocktail at a local establishment are included in the tour.

We will conclude the tour in a lively restaurant known for local bands performing. Enjoy a mojito! (Cost of drinks paid directly.)
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Half-Day Private El Cubano National Park Excursion and Hike, with lunch.

Today, enjoy a National Park excursion. Parque El Cubano is a great place for experiencing the great outdoors. It features a swinging bridge, nature trails, caves, swimming holes, and a waterfall that plunges into a deep natural pool. Lunch is included.

You will be collected at your hotel by a specialized guide for a day trip to Topes de Collantes. Located just 5 km from Trinidad and 22 km from Topes de Collantes, it borders the Valle de Los Ingenios, where nature and history come together to offer more than just a souvenir. The trail "Traces of History," one of its main attractions, will take you to learn about the colonial past and the life of the slaves in the region.

Hanging bridges and a well-designed route will lead you to the refreshing Salto de Javira and to visit one of the typical peasant houses of the area. As we stop here for a visit, you will spend time learning from the local people about life in the forest and the history of the area.

This afternoon, you will be driven back down to Trinidad. Included: lunch in a typical rural farmhouse and a specialized English-speaking guide.

You will be transferred back to the hotel for your overnight stay.
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Full-Day Private Guanayara National Park Excursion and Hike, with lunch.

You will be collected at your hotel by a specialized guide for a day trip to Topes de Collantes. This excursion is a perfect way to explore the stunning Sierra del Escambray range, which spans the provinces of Cienfuegos, Villa Clara, and Sancti Spíritus. The adventure begins with a steep, bumpy 30-minute jeep ride from Trinidad to the refreshing, clean air of Topes de Collantes. From there, you will embark on a 3-kilometer walk through the mountains to La Poceta del Venado and La Cascada, a picturesque waterfall and pool where you can enjoy a swim.

After relaxing at the falls, you will visit La Gallega, a typical rural farmhouse with a neighboring ranch-style restaurant. Here, you will break for lunch, served by a local family. In the afternoon, you will be driven back down to Trinidad. This excursion lasts approximately 6 to 7 hours and includes a specialized English-speaking guide.
Return to the particular house for your overnight stay.
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Private Transfer from Trinidad to Las Terrazas via Santa Clara.

You will depart from Trinidad with a private transfer, accompanied by a guide, to the region of Las Terrazas via Santa Clara. Upon arrival in Santa Clara, enjoy a private tour where your guide will share insights into the town's rich history and culture, including a visit to the Che Guevara Museum. After your exploration in Santa Clara, your guide will stay behind, and your private driver will continue on to Las Terrazas.

Check-in at the hotel is in the afternoon, although early check-in may be available depending on availability. You may store your luggage at the hotel until your room is ready. You will be staying in a particular house, located within Las Terrazas, a community project where you'll find parks, schools, and community events. All tours in Las Terrazas offer interactions with the local people who are involved in the community projects. During guided hikes, you'll encounter school children, farmers in the mountains, and local residents on horseback and bikes. Your guide will assist with translation and help you learn more about the local community.
Return to the particular house for your overnight stay.
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Group Half-Day Bird-Watching Tour, with a boxed lunch.

Meet your local guide for a welcome cocktail and a brief introduction to the project before embarking on a half-day bird-watching tour. Accompanied by your guide and fellow visitors, explore a 3-hour trail (2500 meters) through Las Terrazas, home to approximately 119 bird species, including migratory and Cuban endemics. Learn about the park’s rich nature and what life is like in this unique environment.

A boxed lunch will be provided during the tour. You will be staying in a particular house, located within Las Terrazas, a community project with parks, schools, and community events. Tours in Las Terrazas offer interactions with local residents involved in community projects. During your guided hikes, you'll encounter school children, farmers, and locals on horseback and bikes, with your guide assisting with translation and insights into the local community.

Afterward, you will transfer back to your hotel for an overnight stay.
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Group Half-Day Soroa Tour, with lunch.

Transfer to the tourist village of Soroa for a morning exploration. Visit the Orquideario, home to over 300 varieties of orchids, and marvel at the Cascada de Soroa, a stunning 21-meter-high waterfall perfect for a refreshing swim. The area is renowned for its diverse flora and fauna, featuring the largest orchid garden in the country and a colorful array of ferns.

Continue with a tour of Candelaria, a colonial-era settlement offering insights into local social, cultural, and economic life. Visit Cafetal Buenavista, a partially restored 19th-century coffee plantation. This region is operated by local people eager to share their knowledge and history. Enjoy lunch at a restaurant in Las Terrazas before checking out of particular house. You will then have a private unguided transfer to your next hotel, with check-in available in the afternoon. Early check-in may be possible, and you can store your luggage until your room is ready.

Head back to your particular house for the night.
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Private Full-Day Hiking & Biking Excursions in Vinales, with Private Guide & Lunch.

Experience the stunning Valle de Viñales, renowned for its fertile, rust-red soil and dramatic limestone landscapes. This national park is a premier destination for hiking and cycling in Cuba. Begin your day with a guided hike through the picturesque valley, followed by an afternoon biking tour through tobacco fields and mountain trails.

Your private guide will take you to a local tobacco farmer’s home, where you can enjoy a cup of coffee and learn about the farmer’s daily life. Viñales, Cuba's second most visited tourist destination after Havana, offers an authentic glimpse into the island's natural beauty and traditional agriculture.

Proceed back to your particular house for your overnight accommodation.
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At the appropriate time, you will be met at your particular house and privately transferred in a taxi from Vinales to Havana International Airport for your flights home.