Cuban Travel Agency
Cuban Travel Agency
We help you create your ideal trip to Cuba
Cuban Travel Agency
We help you create your ideal trip to Cuba
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While you prepare your trip to Cuba, it will seem that you are going to travel to paradise since the island has dazzling crystalline beaches, emblematic cities and an orography worthy of being known. For the rest, its wide cultural and sports offer will allow you to discover inhospitable corners such as the Cueva del Indio, in Viñales, or the impressive coral reefs in the keys of Cuba.
In this way, Havana will probably be your first stop on your vacation to Cuba due to the importance of its international airport and its seaport. Here you can wander through the streets of Old Havana, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO; Get to know different museums in Centro Habana such as the National Museum of Fine Arts; or contemplate wonderful sunsets from the Malecón Habanero.
However, other important cities such as Varadero will offer you the opportunity to bathe in its warm waters and do water activities such as diving or windsurfing, or to get to know the fauna and flora of the place in Josone Park, a garden located in an old neoclassical mansion.
But if what you want is to discover a city that leaves you speechless, your best option will be to visit the city of Trinidad, in the center of Cuba. This museum city was declared a World Heritage Site in 1988 for its colonial-era architectural heritage and the atmosphere that is experienced in these streets is truly unique.
For the rest, the diverse orography of the country will allow you to discover the most remote places of the island. Thus, in Cuba you will find places such as the Valle de Viñales Natural Park, declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999; the curious ecovillage Las Terrazas; the particular Caves of Bellamar; or large waterfalls such as El Nicho, in the Topes de Collantes Natural Park, in the Sierra de Escambray.
Finally, if what you prefer is to relax in a place where you can put your mind blank, your best option will be the keys of Cuba. These small islands are characterized by their crystalline and turquoise waters and their white sands where you can relax in the company of the local fauna. In addition to this, its exclusivity to reach them will ensure that there are no crowds and that you can enjoy a dream vacation.
Among these keys, Cayo Levisa stands out with its paradisiacal beaches and seabed where you can go scuba diving. Cayo Santa María, where you can carry out both "cultural" and aquatic activities; Cayo Guillermo and its fabulous Playa Pilar, considered one of the most beautiful in all of Cuba; Cayo Coco with its wide recreational offer; o Cayo Largo del Sur and its many excursions to nearby keys.
Finally, it is essential that you know that the way of traveling in Cuba is very varied and that although the schedules of the buses are not strictly regular, you will always have the option of taking some means of transport that will take you to your destination without losing a second of enjoyment on this wonderful island.
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The geographic diversity of the island of Cuba makes it the possessor of exuberant landscapes, made up of mountains and valleys as well as extraordinary coastal and marine environments. This, together with the beauty of its cities and towns, the warmth of its people and its extraordinary cultural heritage, make the perfect combination to make the trip of your dreams in Cuba.
This variety in the territory offers you multiple options to choose the most attractive place to enjoy your vacations, taking into account the different regions and their proximity to the most touristy areas of Cuba.
The destination and main city is Havana, being the capital and most populated city it is the gateway to Cuba. The usual arrival to the city is through the José Martí International Airport, which has regular connections with various cities around the world. Another form of access is through the different cruise ships that arrive at the Port of Havana.
Old Havana is the historic area of the city, in this impressive historic center declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, you can enjoy its charming architecture portrayed in its many old buildings, monuments, palaces and fortresses. Walking its streets is a charming experience; you will feel the warmth of its people, in a vibrant and lively environment. The fascinating route through Old Havana can be done easily by visiting its four squares, Plaza de Armas, Plaza de San Francisco de Asís, Plaza Vieja and Plaza de La Catedral, while you admire the iconic monuments of the city such as the Cathedral of San Cristóbal de Havana, a beautiful temple of the Cuban baroque; other baroque-style monuments such as the Palace of Los Marqueses de Aguas Claras and the Palace of the Count of Lombillo; the imposing Castillo de la Real Fuerza and different museums such as the Colonial Art Museum; Navigation Museum; Tobacco Museum or the Chocolate Museum, among others.
In Centro Habana there are also many emblematic buildings of the city, here you can find the National Capitol with its impressive dome is one of the icons of the city; the National Museum of Fine Arts and its outstanding collection of works of art; and other interesting buildings and monuments such as the Castillo de Salvador de La Punta, the Royal Partagás Tobacco Factory; the Museum of the Revolution or the Great Theater of Havana Garcia Lorca.
Vedado is the commercial center of Havana, with large buildings and where you cannot miss the extraordinary Malecón Habanero with its typical Cuban atmosphere and fantastic sunsets; There is also the University of Havana declared a National Monument and Museums such as the Decorative Art and the Napoleonic Museum.
Now, once you have visited the capital of Cuba, the options offered by the island for your dream trip are very diverse. From the west to the east of Cuba, you will be able to visit impressive places that will captivate you and turn your vacation into an unforgettable experience.
Starting in the west you will find the province of Pinar del Río, a point near Havana, where contact with nature will awaken your senses. The city is small and can be explored in a short time, but what you definitely do not want to miss about Pinar del Río are its spectacular protected natural areas, such as the Viñales National Park and the Guanahacabibes Peninsula National Park, the latter declared a Reserve of the Biosphere by UNESCO, for its spectacular flora and fauna, with a great variety of species of birds, plants, mammals, amphibians and reptiles, among which sea turtles and red crabs stand out.
The extraordinary Viñales of outstanding natural value, was declared a National Monument of Cuba in 1979 and the Viñales National Park is a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, these recognitions warn of its fascinating natural beauty. On its roads you can go to the Mirador de Los Jazmines with its impressive view; visit the Mural of Prehistory, a huge wall painting of intense colors; the Great Cavern of Santo Tomas, with its underground rivers and extravagant bats; the Cueva del Indio and its impressive geological formations.
From Viñales you can make excursions to the impressive nearby keys such as Cayo Jutias, with its delicate turquoise waters, lush mangroves and an ideal environment for snorkeling; Cayo Levisa, with its impressive coral reefs and beautiful palm trees; or María La Gorda with its spectacular seabed with reefs and coral barriers, perfect for activities such as scuba diving.
Continuing in western Cuba and a few kilometers from Havana, you will find the province of Artemisa; an ideal location to connect with nature due to its abundant vegetation that provides the most impressive landscapes. In this province is the beautiful Las Terrazas ecovillage, a totally natural environment that is part of the Sierra del Rosario mountain system declared a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.
The lush vegetation of Las Terrazas is home to exuberant birds, which share an environment with fabulous waterfalls such as the Cascada de Los Baños de San Juan and the Baños de Bayate. The best way to get to know this spectacular place is by adding one of the many excursions and routes on offer to your trip.
Another option in Artemisa that will awaken your senses is Soroa, an impressive natural setting of great beauty, in which the exuberance of its many trees is combined with the beauty of orchids. These beautiful wild flowers can be seen in the Soroa Orchid Garden, which has more than 800 species of this plant, both indigenous and from different parts of the world. In Soroa you can also visit the Castillo de las Nubes, a medieval building from which you can observe the most spectacular views.
In western Cuba there is also the Province of Matanzas, one of the most visited in Cuba due to the spectacular Varadero, one of the main destinations on the island.
Varadero is always an excellent option to include in your trip to Cuba, its famous crystal clear waters and white sand will make you feel inside a true paradise. Located on the Hicacos peninsula, it has an extension of 30 kilometers of which 22 are of extraordinary beaches.
Varadero Beach or Playa Azul, is one of the most visited and recognized in Cuba, it is about 20 km long, which allows you, in addition to relaxing with the impressive natural environment, perform different activities such as observing the fauna and flora from the place, or discover the seabed by diving, diving or snorkeling to observe the coral reefs and colorful fish that it has in abundance.
In Varadero you can also take different walks that will lead you to discover that not only does it offer you beaches, but you can also enjoy other natural environments such as Josone Park, where there is an old neoclassical mansion that is currently open to the public. It has a varied vegetation that you will enjoy on your tour. Other interesting options to include in your trip to Varadero would be to visit the Cueva de Saturno, a spectacular cave with an impressive ecosystem and the Cueva de Ambrosio, which has more than two million years of origin and has a valuable gallery of pre-Columbian pictorial art.
From Varadero you can do the most acclaimed excursions on the island, such as visiting the keys. Among the essentials is the excursion to Cayo Largo, a paradisiacal key bathed by waters of the Caribbean Sea, where are Playa Sirena and Playa Paraíso, many times recognized as the most beautiful beaches in Cuba. Also from Varadero you can make the excursion to the spectacular Cayo Blanco, an islet located near Varadero that stands out for its virginal environment of turquoise waters, white sand and an extraordinary seabed with its impressive coral reef.
Approaching the center of the island you will find the province of Villa Clara, its most visited city is its capital Santa Clara, which attracts visitors due to its historical importance for the island of Cuba; However, the most acclaimed destination in this province is Cayo Santa María, the largest island in Cuba with approximately 18 kilometers, of which 10 are impressive beaches, among which are Playa Perla Blanca, Las Caletas, Cañón and Cuatro Punta. On the other hand, one of the most visited attractions in this key is the Cayo Santa María Dolphinarium, known as one of the best dolphinariums in Cuba.
If you are traveling from Havana to Cayo Santa María, a good idea is to stop on the way to get to know the beautiful city of Cienfuegos, located in the province of the same name, in the heart of the island of Cuba. You will not regret visiting its historic urban center declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, with its impressive and colorful buildings with neoclassical decoration and different monuments of importance such as the José Martí Park; the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception and the City Hall building.
Very close to Cienfuegos is also the city of Trinidad, located in the province of Sancti Spíritus; It is a city that you definitely have to include in your trip to Cuba. The so-called City Museum, is part of the World Heritage of Humanity declared by UNESCO. This extraordinary colonial city has an invaluable architectural heritage, in which you will feel that you travel back in time, while connecting with the true Cuban spirit. You will be amazed by the more than fifty palaces that this special city has, with its extraordinary buildings and beautiful squares. Among the essentials to visit are the Parish Church of the Holy Trinity, the Yemayá Temple House, the Museum of Colonial Art, the Romantic Museum in the Brunet Palace and among its main squares are the Plazuela de las Tres Palmitas; Plaza de Santa Ana and Plaza Mayor.
A dream destination on your trip to Cuba includes, without a doubt, the keys. In the central area of the island are the spectacular Cayo Guillermo and Cayo Coco. The impressive nature of the keys is indescribable, its calm waters, colored an intense turquoise blue, mixed with its white and fine sand will leave you captivated. In Cayo Guillermo is Playa Pilar, where you can relax within its rich biodiversity and observe fabulous starfish, as well as exotic iguanas. In Cayo Coco you can enjoy the spectacular Playa Larga, the best known of the key and with a relaxing environment like no other. Las Coloradas Beach, with a wonderful landscape environment and Flamenco Beach, where walking along its shore you can find the charming pink flamingos.
If you want to continue your tour of the keys, another option is to visit Cayo Sabinal and Cayo Cruz; These are located in the Province of Camagüey, in the famous Cayería de Los Jardines del Rey. In Cayo Sabinal you can enjoy its fantastic beaches such as Playa Bonita, the most popular; Brava Beach and Los Pinos Beach. Cayo Cruz is best known for its serenity, so you will take advantage of the natural environment in a totally calm environment.
Already in the east of the island, you can add to your trip to Cuba, the beautiful city of Santiago de Cuba; the second most important in the country. It is a very interesting city due to its historical importance, you will also enjoy walking through its streets, where you will find important monuments such as the Cathedral of Santiago de Cuba, which is listed as a National Monument; Cespedes Park, declared a National Historic Monument and you can also get lost in the famous Enramadas street, the main axis of the city. Santiago de Cuba also offers beautiful Caribbean water beaches such as Playa Sibonei, Daiquirí, Costa Morena. Berraco, Cazonal and Sigua.
Continuing in eastern Cuba, this time in the province of Guantánamo, you will be able to approach the city of Baracoa. Known as the First City of Cuba, being the first city founded in the country. Baracoa is the perfect combination of different types of landscapes, both with extraordinary vegetation represented mainly by the Cuchillas de Toa Biosphere Reserve, located in the Alejandro de Humboldt National Park; as well as beautiful beaches such as Playa Miel and Maglito and crystalline rivers such as the Toa River, located in Parque el Yuque.
Finally, at the eastern end of the Canarreos Archipelago, is the extraordinary Cayo Largo del Sur, a spectacle of the Caribbean Sea, which is among the most attractive destinations in Cuba that deserves to be included in your dream trip to Cuba. Its most famous beaches are Playa Paraíso and Playa Sirena, where you can practice water activities such as scuba diving, scuba diving or snorkelling. You will also be able to appreciate its external fauna with the exotic iguanas and the charming turtles that lay their eggs in the sands of this impressive key, especially in Playa Tortuga between the months of May and October.
Despite the fact that Cuba is a world-renowned tourist destination, the fact that it is an island limits access to it. Therefore, the main routes to reach Cuba are air and sea.
In the first place, the most common and popular way to get to this country is by plane to the José Martí International Airport in Havana. This airport is the most important in all of Cuba since it offers international and national flights. However, the connection from the airport with the Cuban capital is not so simple because there are no buses or regular trains that can take you to the city center, so if you are in a hurry, the fastest way to get to Havana is by a journey of about 40 minutes by taxi.
Another important airport is that of Antonio Maceo, located in the easternmost part of the country, in Santiago de Cuba. This airport, which was remodeled a few years ago, has two runways and equipment to receive any type of aircraft.
For the rest, the rest of the airports in Cuba are smaller and have a smaller number of flights, which are mostly domestic flights. These secondary airports are found in each province and in some keys such as Cayo Coco or Cayo Largo.
The other way to get to Cuba is by boat since the country has four cruise terminals in Havana, Cienfuegos, Isla de la Juventud and Santiago de Cuba. These ports turn out to be very central, so you will not find the need to take taxis or collective transport to reach your destination or get to know the city.
As for the rest, to move around Cuba there are many types of transport, so you will be able to find the one that best suits your tastes.
Among the most used are buses, which in turn can be long and short distance. As for long-distance buses, these are very popular because they make trips to the most touristy places and can even make circuits through their points of interest. However, their main problem is that in some places the buses only make one trip a day. On the contrary, provincial or short-distance buses are less comfortable and punctual but cheaper, so they can also be a good option for those on a more limited budget.
Trains are also a popular means of transportation because they travel to all provincial capitals and at a fairly reasonable price. In addition to this, there are several types of trains such as the special one, which makes quick trips, with few stops and various amenities; regular trains, which are somewhat slower but with more daily departures; or the French train, known for its speed and its wide range of services such as cafeterias.
On the other hand, taxis are also a very good option, mainly because of their ease of catching them. Generally, they tend to make short trips at reasonable prices, although they can also make longer trips at a higher price.
However, for all those who want to get to know Cuba at their own pace and without depending on schedules, there is also the option of renting cars. Usually there is little supply and a lot of demand, so it is advisable to reserve a car in advance. The price is usually quite reasonable, although it depends on various factors such as the number of rental days, the make of car, the type of changes, etc.
Another very good option is to move around the island by bicycle, since in addition to being able to walk through the cities with total peace of mind, their light weight allows them to be transported by buses or trains. For the rest, their prices are cheap and they can be left anywhere due to the large number of car parks. However, you have to take into account that your rental does not include helmets and that therefore, if you want to walk with greater safety, it would be advisable to bring a helmet from home or ask for it at the hotel where you are staying.
A very curious way of getting around, especially in Havana, is by cocotaxis; yellow tricycles with capacity for two people. Its advantages include its low price and its fun, although the fact that you have to constantly pedal is its biggest drawback.
Horse carriages are also a good option if you want to make trips through the most touristy points of the cities. These trips are very safe and with fairly fixed prices.
Finally, for the most daring and adventurous, a fairly common practice in Cuba is to bottle or hitchhike. The low incidence of crime makes this activity a safe practice and there are even traffic supervisors who will help you hitchhike. Finally, the price usually varies depending on the distance, although they are usually more than reasonable prices.
Regarding the keys of Cuba, as they are small islands, many of them are communicated with each other through catamaran trips. These routes are usually part of full-day or half-day excursions and thanks to this curious means of transport you will be able to observe the beauty of the place from a unique perspective.
The climate of Cuba is divided into two seasons: the dry or winter season, which covers the months of November to April; and the rainy or summer season, which occurs between May and October and is characterized by high probabilities of rain, tropical storms and hurricanes, although all of them are usually brief. For this reason, while in winter you will find temperatures that will oscillate between 20 and 26ºC, in summer the maximum temperatures can be around 34ºC in the coastal areas.
All these values have an impact on the temperatures of the waters since, as you will be able to find out if you visit the beaches of Cuba, they exceed 24ºC in winter and oscillate 30ºC during the summer. In addition to this, the climatic factor also has an impact on the turquoise color of its waters, which will leave you speechless and will make you feel that you are in paradise.
On the other hand, if you are a lover of festivals and shows, it is worth taking note because as of February this type of celebration is common on the island. In this way, while in the first and last months of the year the events are linked to music or cinema (for example, the International Jazz Festival in February or the popularity of going to the cinema in December). In summer the Activities are lively and outdoors (such as carnivals in Havana, Santiago de Cuba and other provinces during the month of August).
Cuba is not only a destination focused on young people and adults, but there is also a great variety of options adapted for the smallest of the house.
Thus, in the city of Havana itself there are multiple options such as the National Aquarium of Cuba, where children will enjoy shows of sea lions, dolphins, etc. On the other hand, another curious option is to visit the Maqueta Museum of Old Havana, where the little ones can feel like the kings of the capital when they see the city at their feet. However, other very fun and educational plans can be found in historical monuments. Thus, both in the San Carlos de la Cabaña Fortress and in the Castillo de la Real Fuerza you can discover moats, observation posts and even night shows with soldiers in period clothes. However, you cannot forget that children are small and that they should enjoy themselves; For this reason, in the center of the city you will find the Isla del Coco, Maestranza Park and Lenin Park amusement parks where children can have a great time.
As for the westernmost area of Cuba, in Pinar del Río children will be able to enjoy plans in natural environments. In this way, they will have the possibility of discovering and letting their imagination carry them through the Mural of Prehistory, in the Viñales Valley, or discovering the most rural places while taking horseback rides.
On the other hand, if children are true lovers of the animal world, your best option is in Santa Clara. In this province you will find on the one hand the El Bosque Zoo, where you can discover unique species, or also be just a few centimeters from the crocodiles in the Guamá Crocodile Farm.
If, on the other hand, you are staying in the easternmost part of the island of Cuba, your best plan will be to visit the Castle of San Pedro de la Roca del Morro. This castle was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and in addition to this, it has a pirate museum, where the enjoyment of the adults and children of the house is guaranteed.
Finally, if your destination is the paradisiacal keys of Cuba, you must bear in mind that in this environment the little ones will have many plans. Thus, in addition to being able to carry out water activities in any of the keys, the largest keys such as Cayo Coco or Cayo Largo del Sur offer catamaran excursions in which the little ones will enjoy not only the small islands, but also their unique fauna. like iguanas in Cayo Iguana. For the rest, in Cayo Santa María you will also find a fantastic dolphinarium, while if the children are very adventurous, Cayo Coco and its Rocarena Climbing Center will put them to the test.
Traveling to Cuba is an unforgettable experience that in order to fully enjoy it must be organized. However, the cost of your trip to Cuba is more accessible than you think, since by putting yourself in the expert hands of our organization of Cuban agencies, you will have the best options according to your needs.
The possibilities to choose from are varied depending on the number of travelers, for example it is important to know if it is a family trip, a trip with children, a friend trip or a trip as a couple. Likewise, the dates chosen can influence the budget, this due to the fact that in the high seasons that oscillate between the months of July - August or December - March, the prices of tickets and accommodation tend to be more expensive, so it is also advisable to make reservations with anticipation.
Another circumstance that will influence the cost of a trip to Cuba are the services to be hired, if it includes flights, accommodation, transportation or tour guide services. The category of these services is also a factor to take into account.
The alternatives offered by the island of Cuba are so diverse that the best way to travel to Cuba is by organizing a trip through our expert Cuban agencies; which guarantee you the best price on the market and totally personalized, so that you can make your dream trip to Cuba, without worries.
As a point of reference, the minimum budget offered by our agencies for a one-week trip is $450, to which you can add the services that suit you best; which is ideal since you can organize the trip according to your budget, without worrying about procedures such as mandatory insurance, tickets or reservations, you will only need to get to this extraordinary island and start enjoying your dream trip to Cuba.
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