- Overview
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- Itinerary
- Representative Accommodations
- Flight + Visa
- What's Included
- Experiences Gallery
- Before You Go
- FAQ
For questions or booking inquiries, call (305) 209-2785 or contact us.
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 with your reservation to receive a $100 personalized welcome gift, access to exclusive amenities and a free room upgrade at select properties.
| Start | End | Double Occupancy | Single Supplement | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Your Choice | Your Choice | $4,315 | $600 | BOOK NOW |
“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. Book your flight to Havana from the U.S. or other country of origin. Learn more.
Visa: A Cuba Tourist Visa is required for all travelers visiting Cuba and is included in our luxury tours. We process visas electronically on behalf of travelers and assist with all pre-trip customs and immigration documents. Learn more.
- Cuba Tourist Visa
- U.S. travel license
- 5-star accommodation*
- All activities listed on the itinerary**
- Exceptional bilingual local guide
- All transportation, airport and excursion transfers
- VIP airport arrival
- Compliance with all U.S. travel regulations
- Breakfast daily
—Not Included—
- Flight and any airline fees
- Lunches and dinners
- Discretionary tips for guide, driver and other activities
- 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.
A Cuba Tourist Visa is required for all travelers visiting Cuba and is included in our luxury tours. We process visas electronically on behalf of travelers and assist with all pre-trip customs and immigration documents.
Commercial flights are the most common method of transportation for most travelers from the United States to Havana. Major airlines offer nonstop flights to Cuba, including American, Delta 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.
The main differences between these packages are in the accommodations, experiences and visa processing. Luxury tours include 5-star accommodations, Cuba visas, VIP airport arrival, welcome gift, wifi hotspot, daily private driver, expert bilingual host, all activities, and 24/7 support from our local team. Standard tours include 4-star accommodations, airport transfers, daily private driver, expert bilingual host, all activities, restaurant reservations and 24/7 support from our local team.
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.
We recommend travelers keep their money in USD instead of exchanging it, as this allows them to pay for things at the preferred rate used by businesses and vendors. If guests want to change some, we recommend that they defer to the guidance of their host to ensure they get the best rate, and avoid official exchange kiosks, which disadvantage the USD.
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 to the extent possible. WIFI is generally available at hotels and by connecting to a local phone hotspot if provided in your tour package.
Yes. Cuba is one of the safest countries in the world to visit and has a track record of keeping tourists safe. It has always welcomed and embraced American travelers with open arms.
Visit our Safety First page to learn more.
Due to the nature and complexity of Cuba travel planning, all payments are non-refundable.
If the need arises to change trip dates, we will do our best to offer you up to 100% credit for the amount already paid. However, depending on your travel dates, there may be additional fees charged due to hotel cancellation policies and change in hotel prices.
If the trip cannot proceed specifically due to travel policy changes by the U.S. government, travelers will receive a full refund.
Visit our FAQ for a more comprehensive list of frequently asked questions.
