Let one of our specialists create your dream holiday at Cuba Uncovered. Call 020 3131 0169


If you want to explore a little further than Havana, this 8 day private tour is perfect as you’ll experience more of this fascinating country and its interior, ending either back in Havana or in the idyllic Cayo Ensenachos to enjoy a few days relaxing at the Royal Hideaway Hotel.

Day 1-3 Please see A Taste of Havana, for your first 3 days.

Day 4 An early morning start takes you along the Tobacco Route to the province of Pinar del Río in the western part of Cuba. You’ll enjoy a drive through the Mogote Valley with its famous limestone rocks and the picturesque village of Viñales. Visit Casa del Veguero (a small tobacco farm) surrounded by beautiful scenery. In the afternoon you’ll visit the Prehistoric Wall, a huge rock painting created by the Cuban painter, Gonzalez Morillo, in the 1960’s. Finally, explore the Indian Cave by boat before heading back to Havana where you’ll overnight at the Saratoga Hotel. In the evening, have dinner at La Torre, with panoramic views over Havana, or the private garden restaurant of La Cocina de Liliam.

Day 5 This morning, enjoy a scenic 3 hour drive to Central Cuba and the Zapata Peninsula, one of the largest areas of swampland in the Caribbean and home to hundreds of native species of flora and fauna. Take a boat trip through the mangroves to visit the Taino Village, on an island in the middle of the Laguna del Tesoro, a large, natural reservoir. In the afternoon, arrive at Cienfuegos, a city inspired by French architecture - you‘ll see many examples of this around the main square, such as the Tomás Terry Theatre which attracted famous artists and singers like Caruso, Sarah Bernhardt and Anna Pavlova in the 19th Century. In the evening, enjoy a walking tour of the Punta Gorda Peninsula and dinner in the beautiful surroundings of the local Yacht Club, before heading to La Union Hotel for your overnight stay.

Day 6 This morning, visit the Cienfuegos Botanical Gardens, one of the most important in Latin America with over 2,000 species of plants. Later, continue along the coast road to Trinidad – a UNESCO world heritage site, with its unique colonial architecture. You’ll have time to stroll around the cobbled lanes and the main square which is surrounded by the mansions of former sugar barons. In the evening, return to The Grand Hotel Iberostar for dinner and overnight. Perhaps you’ll also want to experience the nightlife at the Casa de la Trova where you can dance Salsa with the locals.

Day 7 This morning, discover the Sugar Mill Valley in the Sierra del Escambray, one of the most beautiful landscapes in Cuba. Learn about the life of masters and slaves in the 19th Century and climb the famous Slave Tower, which was built to control the workforce. In the afternoon, continue on to Remedios and enjoy the colonial charm of the main square and learn about the Parrandas de Remedios, a local festival which has become a part of Cuban culture. Overnight at the Hotel Cayo Las Brujas, overlooking the ocean.

Day 8 Today, you’ll leave Cayo Las Brujas and head back to Havana, stopping at the historical city of Santa Clara, where Che Guevara celebrated his greatest victory. Visit the Che Guevara Mausoleum and the Tren Blindado (an armoured train captured by the revolutionaries). Arrive back in Havana in time for your return flight to the UK. (Those wishing to add a stay at Royal Hideaway in Cayo Ensenachos to the end of their tour will visit Santa Clara on Day 7 and travel directly to the hotel on Day 8. Transfer back to Havana is via a short internal flight).

Stay a Little Longer...

Hotel Iberostar Ensenachos
Formally the Occidental Royal Hideaway, the Hotel Iberostar Ensenachos stands on an unspoiled bay surrounded by two stunning beaches, on the north coast of Cuba, just 5 minutes from Cayo Las Brujas Airport. Tranquil and remote, this is the perfect place to relax after a busy week of sightseeing.

The resort's 503 Rooms and Villas are located in 3 different areas - one for families, another for adults only complete with a spa, and a third area of luxury villas with Jacuzzis and a restaurant for the exclusive use of guests staying here. It's worth talking to us to discuss the best option for you. The hotel also offers numerous dining options including a buffet restaurant with show cooking, as well as 2 snack bars and 3 à la carte restaurants serving Asian, Italian and seafood specialities. You will also find 6 bars spread throughout the hotel grounds. For the kids, non-stop fun is guaranteed at the mini club and aqua park and there is an extensive entertainment programme. Facilities here also include a spa and wellness centre, swimming pool with Jacuzzi, numerous watersports, 3 tennis courts and bicycle rental.

Meliá Cayo Santa María
This popular resort hotel is located on a wide strip of white sand, shelving gently into crystal clear turquoise waters and surrounded by wild green vegetation. It may not be the most luxurious hotel, but it?s the perfect base for a beach holiday at the end of your tour.

358 colourful Rooms and Suites offer a balcony or terrace, air-conditioning, satellite TV, CD/MP3 player, tea/coffee making facilities and a mini bar. With 4 restaurants serving cuisine from around the globe, you?ll be spoilt for choice - and if you don't want to leave the beach, there's El Almirante snack bar, where you can just grab a bite to eat and get straight back to your tanning. There are also 2 pools and a health and beauty parlour, as well as numerous land and water based activities for the more active, including a gym, basketball, tennis, squash, archery, snorkelling, windsurfing, pedalos and bicycle hire.