Cuba Land and Sea!
January 7 - 21, 2025
What better way to experience Cuba than by Land AND Sea!
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You will experience the true essence of Cuba as you travel under the “Support of the Cuban People” category, forging meaningful connections with the local community through our collaboration with authentic Cuban operators and entrepreneurs. By the end of our time together, you will better understand this dynamic place and what makes it so special.
We've partnered with a well-established agency that specializes in educational Cuba.
Explore history, art walks and private city tours. Sample some of the best food on the island such as authentic farm-to-table lunch and dinner with spectacular views. We will stay at the cutest Casa Particulares in Havana and Trinidad and enjoy full breakfasts each day made with love, by your casa hosts.
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After a few days of exploring by land, we find our sea legs, for a spectacular week of sailing! The multiple tiny islands we will visit are part of the Canarreos Archipelago. Coral reefs, pristine beaches, and awesome snorkeling and diving that attract enthusiasts from all over the world. Fish and lobster in abundance, prepared by our Cuban chefs, aboard for the week.
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Get ready to be captivated by the sheer fascination of this extraordinary nation, where time seems to stand still, and every moment is filled with vivid hues and vibrant energy. From the rhythmic beats of salsa echoing through the cobblestone streets of Havana to the colonial architecture adorned with vibrant pastel shades in Trinidad, Cuba casts an
irresistible spell on all who visit.
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Land AND Sea portion 12 day $4150 ($2150 sea $2000 land)
Land AND Sea portion 13 day $4400 ($2150 sea $2250 land)
Land AND Sea portion 14 day $4600 ($2150 sea $2450 land)
Single supplement entire land portion
(I want my own room on land) add $475
Included In Land Package:
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Visas and all paperwork handled by our affiliate partner and mailed to you directly.
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6 nights at casas, tours, some meals, admissions etc
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Private bus and driver
Included In Land Package:
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7 nights aboard luxury catamaran
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Captain and cook
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Galley Equipment
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Bed Linens and towels
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Basic Paper Products and Essentials
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Snorkel gear
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End Cleaning
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Dock and Port Fees and boat Taxes
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Vessel insurance
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Damage Waiver Insurance
Daily Itinerary
01
DAY
Tuesday, Jan 7th
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Arrival to Cuba
Check into Havana Casas
Welcome dinner at 7pm Location TBD
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02
Wednesday Jan 8th
Walking tour: 4 plazas
Tour of Museo de Bellas
Artes with private docent guide if time allows
Dinner on your own
Classic Car Cruise (included)
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03
Thursday, Jan 9th
Visit Cuba Libro or other donation place
Depart towards Trinidad
Lunch on the road
Upon arrival: Walking Tour around the city of Trinidad
Check in to Casas
Dinner in Trinidad, night cap at Disco Ayala, set inside a natural cave
Depart for Cienfuegos
Lunch in Cienfuegos
Tour in town
04
DAY
Friday, Jan 10th
Walking tour of Trinidad – history, Santeria religion, architecture
Depart for Cienfuegos
Walking tour Punta Gorda and Main Plaza of Cienfuegos
Lunch on rooftop with views of the harbor.
Pelicano in Cienfuegos.
Drop off at the boats by 4pm.
4-10
DAYs
Jan 11-18 SAILING
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Check into our boats
Debriefing with your captain
Cienfuegos – Cayo Guano del Este
Cayo Guano del Este to Playa Sirena/Cayo Largo
Cayo Largo – Cayo Cantiles
Cayo Cantiles – Estopa
Canal – Cayo Rico – Cayo Largo
Cayo Largo – Cayo Sal
Cayo Sal –Cienfuegos
Stay aboard at the dock in Cienfuegos
11
DAY
Saturday | Jan 18th
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Pick up at Cienfuegos and transfer to Havana
On the way to Havana,
Visit Bay of Pigs, stellar views and lunch beachside swim, mojitos. Hang at the beach. Remember to bring your own towel.
Arrival to Havana. Check into Casas.
Walk to Art factory for private tour of original Cuban artists, with the curators
Dinner at one of the 3 restaurants in the Art Factory (dinner not included).
12
DAY
Sunday | Jan 19th
Visit art collective, meet Cuban artists, if there’s time, a rooftop viewpoint for pictures
Drive to Hemingway’s Havana home Finca Vigia for a tour
Drive to Cojimar (where Old Man and the Sea was inspired) back to Havana for walking tours of Hemingway’s favorite watering holes.
Dinner in Havana (not included)
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13
Monday | Jan 20th
Alternate day of touring or they depart for US
Excursion day to Vinales. (Includes bfst lunch and dinner)
Visit a tobacco farm, purchase directly from the farmers
Lunch organic farm/restaurant Finca Paraiso
Walking tour of the center of Vinales
Dinner at restaurant Las Terrazas, a coffee plantation and beautiful farm for dinner
Return to Havana
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14
Tuesday | Jan 21st
Departure day for everyone else.
Final Adios! Shuttles will take guests back for flights all day included)
Please Note:
We MUST speak on the phone and your forms must be returned with deposit to hold your spot. Email me here - joy@joyridecharters.com