Santa Clara, Trinidad,
El Nicho and Cienfuegos
– colonial adventure
(2 days, from Varadero)

PRICE: from 210 EUR / pers.

An intensive program for those who do not want to part with the amenities of Varadero for too long, but still want to see as much as possible in a short time. A visit to three cities in central Cuba and to the El Nicho waterfall will certainly meet your expectations.

Information

Day 1

After breakfast, we meet with a guide and head towards Santa Clara – a town whose capture by Che Guevara was decisive for the triumph of the Cuban revolution. During a short visit, we will see the monument to the armored train and the Memorial del Che (the burial place of the famous revolutionary). Then, we will drive to the Sugar Mills Valley, where we will visit the Manaca Iznaga estate (a hacienda of sugar cane planters, a viewing tower and freshly squeezed cane juice – guarapo). On the way to Trinidad, we will stop at a viewpoint, where those willing will be able to try their hand at a canopy tour – zipline above the Sugar Mills Valley (additional fee). After arriving in the town, we will go for a walk along the cobbled streets to one of the palaces of the sugar barons (visiting the interior), and then to the main square – Plaza Mayor, near which we will find other historic buildings, including the Church of the Holy Trinity and the former Franciscan monastery. Visit to the Afro-Cuban temple of santería and the famous Canchanchara bar, where we will taste a drink based on honey, lime and aguardiente. Dinner with seafood in a local restaurant and transfer to a casa particular. Accommodation and a short rest. In the evening, going out to party in one of the music clubs (independent return on foot).

Day 2

After breakfast, check-out and departure to the El Nicho waterfall – one of the most beautiful in Cuba. Short trekking, time for photos and swimming in natural pools. Lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon we will head towards Cienfuegos – a city called the „Cuban Pearl of the South”. We will visit the center of the town: the main square with the buildings of the town hall, cathedral and the Tomas Terry Theater, the boulevard and the monument of Benny More. Then we will drive through Paseo del Prado (the longest promenade in Cuba) and Malecón for a drink at the beautiful Palacio del Valle. Return to Varadero for the evening.

Duration

day 1 – approx. 15,5 hours (8.30-24.00), day 2 – approx. 11,5 hours (8.00-19.30), Tuesday – Saturday

Route

day 1 – approx. 315 km, day 2 – approx. 320 km

Take for sightseeing

comfortable shoes (cobblestones in Trinidad), swimwear and towels, a bottle of water and sun protection (cap / hat, sunglasses, sunscreen), things for 1 night packed in hand luggage, passports

In the price of the excursion

local guide service (in English / Spanish / Polish / French / German), accommodation in a casa particular (double rooms with bathrooms and air conditioning), transport, breakfast, lunch and dinner, sightseeing and attractions: armored train, Memorial del Che, Manaca Iznaga tower + guarapo, Palacio Cantero (or another similar palace in Trinidad), Afro-Cuban temple, Canchanchara drink, Casa de la Música (or another music club), PN El Nicho, Palacio del Valle + drink, TU Europa Travel World Standard Plus travel insurance, contributions to the Tourist Guarantee Fund and the Aid Fund

Not included

tips and personal expenses not mentioned in the itinerary, zipline – 10 EUR / pers., single room surcharge – 15 EUR / pers.

Comments

the order of the itinerary may change. The water level in the waterfall depends on the intensity of rainfall. During dinner, it is also possible to choose other main courses. The price of the trip includes TU Europa Travel World Standard Plus travel insurance. You should familiarize yourself with its General Terms and Conditions (GTC) and – if it does not meet your needs – buy insurance with a broader scope of protection on your own. Optionally, you can purchase Cancellation Costs insurance (check the details here).