8D Cycle Cuba!

Destination | Cuba

Pinar del Río, Viñales, Cayo Jutias, La Palma, Cueva de los Portales, Soroa, Las Terrazas, Havana

USD $620 per rider; local payment of CUC 200 per person
Tour prices DO NOT include International airfare and taxes.

Cycle through the beautiful landscapes of Cuba’s Guaniguanico and El Rosario mountain ranges. Cycling puts you at the perfect pace to interact with the local people and experience the Cuban culture up close.

Highlights

  • 6 days guided cycling
  • Visit to a traditional cigar factory in Pinar del Río
  • Havana city tour

Itinerary

Day 01 / Arrive Havana (D)
Arrive in Havana at any time.

Day 02 / Pinar del Río / Viñales (B,L,D)
Travel west to Pinar del Río, the “Garden Province” of Cuba. This is cigar country so a visit to a tobacco factory, as well as the local rum distillery, is a must. Spend the afternoon cycling around the pincushion hills and lush tobacco fields of Viñales.

Day 03 / Cayo Jutías (B,L,D)
Cycle to Cayo Jutía on the North coast. Take in the breathtaking scenery as you cycle past dramatic mountain vistas, stopping en route for a picnic lunch. This coastal route ends at a beautiful unspoiled white beach with crystal blue water.

Day 04 / La Palma (B,L,D)
Cycle the Jagua Vieja road to La Palma. After a traditional Cuban meal, make your way back to Valle de Ancón.

Day 05 / Cueva de los Portales / Soroa (B,L,D)
Follow in the footsteps Che Guevara as you visit the historic Cueva de los Portales. Stop en route for a picnic lunch, and then continue cycling the Carretera Central to Soroa. If you’re lucky, you’ll catch one of Soroa’s famed rainbows. This region is endowed with rivers, clear water, tall trees, and features Cuba’s most complete orchid garden.

Day 06 / Las Terrazas (B,L,D)
Take a morning ride past majestic mountains and beautiful scenery to Las Terrazas - Cuba’s first UNESCO sanctioned biosphere reserve. Visit the 19th century coffee plantation ruins. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience a traditional Cuban Creole meal at a typical farm house.

Day 07 / Havana (B,D)
A short trip east takes us to back to the capital to soak up some city culture. Enjoy a walking tour of old and modern Havana for a full appreciation of this vibrant city. Delight in some Cuban cuisine for dinner, and enjoy one last night on the town with the group.

Day 08 / Depart Havana (B)

2008 Dates

  • Jan 05 - 12
  • Jan 12 - 19
  • Feb 09 - 16
  • Feb 16 - 23
  • Mar 01 - 08
  • Mar 08 - 15
  • Mar 22 - 29
  • Apr 05 - 12
  • Apr 19 - 26
  • May 03 - 10
  • May 17 - 24
  • Jun 07 - 14
  • Jun 21 - 28
  • Jul 12 - 19
  • Jul 26 - Aug 02
  • Aug 02 - 09
  • Aug 16 - 23
  • Aug 30 - Sep 06
  • Sep 27 - Oct 04
  • Oct 25 - Nov 01
  • Nov 08 - 15
  • Nov 22 - 29
  • Dec 06 - 13
  • Dec 20 - 27
  • Dec 27 - Jan 03, 2009

Group Size

  • Minimum 04, Maximum 15, Average 10 riders

Group Leader

  • Local guide throughout

Accommodation

  • Comfortable hotels (6 nights), basic cabin (1 night)

Transport

  • Air-conditioned microbus, bike

Meals Included

  • 7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 7 dinners.

Meal Budget

  • Allow CUC 60 for meals not included.

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