Guided Tours in Cuba: Tour of The West.

By Jose Mauricio Maurette

In this article I want to introduce you to one of the best escorted tours in Cuba. you can get. It is focus on the western half of Cuba and if you are interested in culture and nature then this is the right tour for you.

DAY 1: At arrival to Jose Marti International airport in Havana you will be assisted by your tour guide who will transfer you to the Old Town (Habana Vieja) where you are going to stay. Accommodation is optional. You can choose from a variety of hotels. You will be staying in Havana for the first 2 nights on bed and breakfast basis.

DAY 2: Morning sightseeing of Old Havana and tour by horse carriage through the historical centre. Lunch at the local restaurant Cafe Taberna followed by panoramic modern Havana sightseeing by classical cars (50's American style) terminating at your hotel. In the Evening assistance to Canon Blast Ceremony at the Fort.

DAY 3: After breakfast, depart Havana for Pinar del Rio province to Las Terrazas eco-reserve and book into La Moka lodge hotel for next 3 nights. Free time to explore local area. Possibility to hire bicycles and scooters at La Moka. Dinner at the hotel.

DAY 4 : Full day tour around Las Terrazas community visiting the coffee plantations of Buenas Vista with lunch included, terminating back at your hotel.

DAY 5: On day 5 you will depart early in the morning to Cayo Levisa( a small paradise island off the north coast of Pinar del Rio Province). You will spend your day at leisure enjoying the white sandy beaches surrounded by nothing but wild life. In the evening you will return to your Hotel La Moka.

DAY 6: After breakfast, depart to the spectacular Vinales valley and book into the Hotel Los Jazmines or La Ermita for the next two nights, both with swimming pools and stunning views over the valley. Dinner at the hotel.

DAY 7: Half-day tour through Vinales Valley visiting the Indian Caves with lunch provided at local restaurant. Afternoon free at leisure.

DAY 8: This is the last day of the tour and after breakfast you will be transfer to either the airport in Havana to take your international flight or to your next destination in Cuba. This transfer is also included in the package. As you can realize this guided tour last only one week, it is not packet with activities so you will be able to appreciate Cuba without having to rush from one place to the next. - 31819

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