- Overview
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- Itinerary
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- What's Included
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- Before You Go
- FAQ
For questions or booking inquiries, call (305) 930-5194 or contact us.
Group Tour—All departures guaranteed, 14 persons maximum.
Private Tour—Flexible dates, fixed itinerary.
Custom Tour—Flexible dates, tailor-made itinerary.
Prices are $USD, per person and based on double occupancy.
We strongly encourage all travelers to book with a travel advisor to elevate their travel experience. Include your advisor’s name and email upon check-out to receive VIP treatment, a $100 personalized welcome gift, access to exclusive amenities and experiences AND free room upgrades at select properties upon availability.
“Can’t recommend Cuba Candela enough based on their creativity in the agenda, white glove care, attention to detail and incredible executive team… I could not imagine working with any other company for a trip to Cuba. Overall, incredible trip and one I would do again in a heartbeat with the Cuba Candela team as our guide and visionary.”
Island Arrival: Your driver will meet you at the airport, and you’ll be taken to your accommodation to freshen up.
Sunset Anniversary Toast: Welcome to Havana! Kick-off your anniversary celebration with fresh-made mojitos and live local musicians playing Cuban classics.
Romantic Dinner in an Architectural Treasure: Dinner at a historic mansion, offering quintessential Cuban ambience and serving Cuban specialty dishes.
Live Music: Experience Cuban rhythm with a live local music performance.
Vintage Convertible Ride: Hop into a vintage classic American convertible car and cruise throughout Havana’s neighborhoods.
Morning Massage: Start your day on a restful note with a massage at the accommodation.
Lunch: Enjoy a midday break at an authentic Cuban paladar.
Exploring Old Havana: Find your bearings and step back in time, as you immerse yourself in the iconic, colorful and historic Habana Vieja (Old Havana) with your local guide.
Salsa Lesson: Learn salsa with one of our resident dance instructors, the most talented in all of Cuba!
Sunset Stroll Along the Malecon: Take a romantic stroll along the giant sea wall that runs by the water, or as locals call it, the “sofa gigante” (giant sofa.)
Dinner: Enjoy a restaurant run by one of Cuba’s most renowned chefs.
Depart for Viñales: After a full breakfast, head out with your private driver and guide to Viñales, a beautifully quaint Cuban town nestled among soaring limestone cliffs and tobacco farms.
Lunch in the Valley: Enjoy traditional Cuban food in a quaint local restaurant overlooking a beautiful view of the Viñales countryside.
Tobacco Country: Explore the tobacco country of Viñales with a local farmer as your guide. Learn the history of the region and enjoy the stunning views over a cup of freshly ground coffee before riding on an oxcart to visit a family-owned tobacco farm. Watch as a seasoned cigar maker handrolls a perfect puro while explaining the secret to the world-renowned Cuban cigar.
Dinner in Havana: Enjoy international food served in a beautifully restored Spanish post-colonial mansion.
Hotel Nacional: Built in 1930 to resemble the Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach, Florida, the art deco–neoclassical Hotel Nacional is one of Havana’s architectural symbols. Enjoy a cocktail on the terrace and make sure to swing by their souvenir shop!
Private Cooking Class: Indulge your senses in the rich flavors and smells of Cuban cuisine while learning to cook classic dishes and cocktails alongside a local chef.
El Gran Teatro de La Habana: Explore an architectural beauty that offers some of the best Cuban music, theater, and classical dance.
Museum of Fine Arts: View historic Cuban art not found anywhere else in the world, in the visually stunning Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes.
Rum Tasting Experience: Relax and enjoy a rum tasting with a professional sommelier. Sample different types of Cuban rum and learn the proper way to taste it!
Private Dinner and Concert: Step into the picturesque courtyard of a Cuban home for a romantic dinner and a private performance.
Optional Morning Activity: Visit the home of famed novelist Earnest Hemingway. The home’s interior has been virtually untouched since the day that “Papa,” the U.S.- ambassador-in-spirit left.
Departure
Flight: Flights are not included in Cuba Candela trips. You may book your flight to Havana from the U.S. or country of origin. Learn more.
Visa: The Cuba Tourist Visa is required for all travelers visiting Cuba and is included in our luxury tours. We ship the visa directly to the address provided at checkout. Learn more.
- Cuba Tourist Visa
- U.S. travel license
- 5-star accommodation*
- Breakfast daily, one lunch and dinner
- All activities listed on the itinerary**
- Exceptional bilingual local guide
- All transportation, airport and excursion transfers
- Compliance with all U.S. travel regulations
—Not Included—
- Flight and any airline fees
- Discretionary tips for guide, driver and other activities
- Cost of lunch and dinner
- Alcoholic beverages
- Trip insurance (highly recommended)
*Note: Accommodation standards are based on what is widely available in Cuba. 5-star accommodation are the best luxury hotels in Cuba, such as Paseo 206, pictured above.
**Note: Itinerary is representative of your experience. Activities are subject to change based on availability and adjustments required due to the realities of island life in Cuba.
Cuba has mild temperatures year-round with a dry season from November – April. Prepare for your trip by staying updated on the weather in Cuba. Learn more.
From what to pack and how to connect to the internet to information on money and souvenirs, we have compiled everything you need to know for a smooth and carefree trip. Learn more.
We recommend that all guests purchase travel insurance in the event of an emergency. You may purchase coverage from a travel insurance provider like Allianz for a smooth and carefree trip. Learn more.
Visit the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website for information on vaccines and COVID-19 in Cuba. Learn more.
Yes! Travel to Cuba is still legal under the “Support for the Cuban People” travel authorization. We take care of required documents including the visa.
Read our blog “Yes, You Can Travel To Cuba. Here’s How” to learn more.
The visa for the Luxury Tours is included in our service. We mail it directly to the provided address prior to the trip, and nothing is required in advance.
Commercial flights are the most common method of transportation for most travelers from the United States to Havana. Almost all major airlines offer nonstop flights to Cuba, including American, Jet Blue, Delta, United and Southwest Airlines. You may book your flight to Cuba directly with your preferred airline, just as you would to any other destination in the world.
When booking your flight, you’ll be asked to select a purpose for travel. The preferred license for our travelers is the “Support for the Cuban People” license.
Read our blog “How To Get To Cuba” for more information on flying to Cuba and direct flight locations.
Cuba Candela offers 3 types of tours to Cuba: Group Tours, Private Tours and Custom Tours.
Group Tours are open sign up, have set departure dates and offer a chance to meet other travelers during your time on the island. Learn more here.
Private Tours are for your group only with dates of your choice. You select one of our handmade private itineraries and tell us when you want to travel. Learn more here.
Custom Tours are highly curated, totally unique trips to Cuba. Our team of experienced designers works with you to handcraft a one-of-a-kind itinerary. Our private custom tours have been a Cuba Candela specialty since our founding. Learn more here.
The main differences between these packages are in the accommodations, meal inclusions, experiences and visa inclusion. Standard Tours include 4-star accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner at $20 per meal and standard experiences. Standard Tours do not include the Cuba Tourist Visa. Luxury Tours offer 5-star accommodation, breakfast, lunch and dinner at $40 per meal, exclusive experiences and the Cuba Tourist Visa is included.
Learn more about our pricing and packages here.
We provide all transportation from the moment you land until the moment you leave (airport pick-ups, drop-offs and all excursion transfers included) in an air-conditioned private car, van or similar vehicle with a professional driver.
When you arrive in Havana, your driver will be waiting for you and will show you to the currency conversion desk in the airport. Currency in Cuba is called the Cuban Peso (CUP.)
Note that Cuba is cash-only, so you will not be able to use a debit or credit card or an ATM. It is important to bring a sufficient amount of cash with you to cover the duration of your trip.
Read more about money in Cuba here.
Yes, but we recommend that travelers expect to be disconnected from WIFI during their trip and embrace the digital detox! WIFI in Cuba has improved dramatically and is available at all 5-star accommodations and some 4-star accommodations. If your 4-star accommodation does not have WIFI, you will be provided with time to connect at hotel lobbies or designated WIFI parks.
Yes. Cuba is one of the safest countries in the world to visit and has a stellar track record of safeguarding tourists. It has always welcomed and embraced American travelers with open arms.
Visit our Safety First page to learn more.
A deposit of $99 per person is due at the time of booking to reserve your trip, with a 35% deposit due 1 month later, or 60 days prior to departure (whichever date comes first). All deposits are fully refundable for any reason up to 30 days prior to departure. If you cancel your trip anytime up until 30 days prior to departure, you will receive a full refund.
Visit our FAQ for a more comprehensive list of frequently asked questions.
