Immerse in to Cuba

Upon arrival at Havana's international airport, a private transfer will take you to your accommodation. Check-in and overnight stay in a "Casa Particular," which translates to "Special House."

Casas Particulares are private houses, mostly built during the colonial era and always managed with charm and heart. They offer comfortable rooms with one or more beds and a private bathroom. The hosts are all very accommodating and provide a warm service. Here, you have the opportunity to experience Cuba up close!

After breakfast, you'll be picked up for a guided walking tour through Old Havana. Your guide will show you throughout the day why Havana was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Experience up close the morbid charm of the Old Town with its once proud buildings, where life still pulsates. Some of the buildings, some dating back to the 16th century, have been renovated. However, the renovation progresses very slowly, so some magnificent buildings have aged since the revolution 50 years ago, retaining their unique appeal. You'll visit Plaza San Francisco de Asis, Calle Obispo, Plaza de Armas, and Hotel Ambos Mundos, where Hemingway wrote some of his masterpieces. Additionally, you'll see the art museum, Plaza de la Catedral lined with baroque buildings, and Plaza Vieja. Enjoy the view from the Universidad de La Habana and let your guide show you the real Havana, providing tips for your further stay there. Lunch at a restaurant included.

Overnight stay in Havana in your Casa Particular.

After breakfast, check-out from your Casa Particular. A transfer will take you to the rental station to pick up your camper. You'll receive a brief introduction and all the necessary information about your camper, maps with camping sites, important phone numbers, and tips for your camper journey in Cuba.

Your first stop is the Finca Campesina in Las Terrazzas, about 50km from Havana in the heart of the Sierra del Rosario.

Here, you'll enjoy a half-day guided tour through the unique nature of the Las Terrazzas protected area.

Established in 1984 as Cuba's first biosphere reserve, Las Terrazzas is now known for its sustainable tourism. About a hundred families live here surrounded by lush jungle. Much of the forest has been reforested in local projects after deforestation. To prevent erosion, this was done in terraces, hence the name of the place, La Terrazzas. During your tour, discover the ancient coffee plantation Buena Vista and continue to the San Juan River bank, where you can enjoy a perfect view. You'll also have the opportunity to watch artisans at work and buy their crafts. At the end of the tour, you'll pass through the rural community of Las Terrazza and end with a typical Cuban meal, the "Comida Criolla."

Continue to Soroa and overnight at the "Villa Soroa Parking Area."

oday, participate in a half-day tour in Soroa. The Soroa Biosphere Reserve is surrounded by exceptional beauty and colorful nature. Visit "La Ceiba," the oldest tree in the region at 650 years old, and learn about its significance for the local Afro-Cuban religion. After visiting the orchid garden "Orquideario de Soroa," you'll have the opportunity to refresh yourself at the beautiful and enchanting waterfall "Salto de Agua" surrounded by Caribbean nature.

Continue your journey with your camper to Viñales. Your destination is the La Ermita Hotel in Viñales. The Viñales Valley is a true natural paradise, one of the most beautiful landscapes in Cuba and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Be sure to stop at the "Mirador de Los Jazmines" viewpoint to enjoy the breathtaking view of this beautiful area.

The Viñales Valley is also known for its world-famous tobacco cultivation.

Early in the morning, embark on a full-day excursion with your camper to Cayo Levisa island.

Your camper will remain at the Palma Rubia port, and a motorboat will take you to the island in about 35 minutes (boat ride included). You can relax all day on the paradise 3km long white beach. The beach belongs to a hotel where you can explore the "Corona de San Carlo" reef, well known to local divers, at its Diving Center. Lunch at the hotel is included.

In the evening, the boat will take you back to the mainland and to your camper, and you'll drive back to the La Ermita Hotel parking lot in Viñales.

Today, you have a full-day tour ahead, starting with a short guided walk through the village. Afterwards, you'll visit one of the local plantations to learn about the cultivation of the world-famous tobacco and coffee. The farmers, affectionately called "Guajiros," are happy to provide insights into how agriculture works in Cuba and will invite you to lunch afterwards.

Next, you'll visit the limestone cliffs, which are the source of the region's fascination. The rock in the area where the valley is located belongs to the oldest geological part of Cuba, dating back about 170 million years. After that, you'll head to the "Marina Hemingway Parking Lot" near Havana.

In the morning, continue your journey to "Cienaga de Zapata," which translates to Zapata's Swamp. It's another UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and the largest swamp in the entire Caribbean. The day is at your leisure, and you have the option to book a tour guide for a full-day excursion. Learn about the Soplillar charcoal workers and Fidel's remarkable activities in this area. Visit Hondones, where you'll see the agro-technical advancements made by its residents and have lunch. Afterwards, take a walk along the "Enima de las Rocas" trail with its peculiar rock formations. Finally, conclude the day with a refreshing swim in the cenote. Overnight stay at the "Villa Playa Larga Hotel."