Cuba · Culture

15-Day Private Taxi Tour of Western Cuba with Viñales and Varadero

15 Days Round trip from Havana Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Capture iconic Havana landmarks on a classic car ride
  • 02 Saddle up for a horseback tour through Viñales' tobacco farms
  • 03 Snorkel in Playa Larga's waters and spot endemic black corals
  • 04 Marvel at a fairy-tale-like palace in Cienfuegos
  • 05 Pay homage at the Che Guevara Museum and Mausoleum in Santa Clara

Discover Western Cuba over 15 days with a private taxi adventure from Havana through Viñales, Zapata Swamp, Cienfuegos, Trinidad, Santa Clara, Matanzas, and Varadero. Ride in a classic car past Havana's landmarks, explore Viñales' tobacco country on horseback, and snorkel in Playa Larga to spot endemic black corals. Along the way, visit a fairy-tale-like palace in Cienfuegos, a romantic museum in Trinidad, and the Che Guevara Museum and Mausoleum in Santa Clara. The journey also includes nature walks, cave swims, wildlife encounters, and time to unwind on Varadero's beaches.

Ride in a classic car past Havana's landmarks, explore Viñales' tobacco country on horseback, and snorkel in Playa Larga to spot endemic black corals.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 15 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Cienfuegos, Havana, Matanzas, Trinidad, Santa Clara, Viñales, Varadero, Zapata Swamp
Languages Dutch, English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Havana

  • Welcome to Cuba! Your personal driver and guide will await you at José Martí Airport to transfer you to your B&B accommodation in Havana.
2
Day 02

Old Havana Plazas and Classic Car Ride

  • After breakfast, walk through Old Havana's historic plazas with a local guide. Later, enjoy a classic car ride, where the city's landmarks, such as the National Capitol, offer excellent photo opportunities.
3
Day 03

Viñales Valley and Tobacco Country

  • After breakfast, journey into the landscapes of Viñales for a meeting with the Mogote hills. Discover epic views from a lookout, explore pictograph-filled caves, or saddle up for a horseback tour through a tobacco farm.
4
Day 04

Zapata Swamp Wildlife and Snorkelling

  • Encounter the wilds of Zapata Swamp, meet the Cuban crocodile, or swim with tropical fish in a bizarre cave amid the jungle. Later, snorkel at Playa Larga beach to see endemic fauna.
5
Day 05

Historic Cienfuegos

  • After breakfast, transfer to Cienfuegos, where you'll visit the city's historical and architectural landmarks. A fortress built to defend against pirate raids and a fairy-tale-like palace are among the highlights.
6
Day 06

Colonial Trinidad and Local Flavours

  • A short transfer leads to Trinidad's colonial centre. Explore museums infused with romantic flair, or wet your lips with a refreshing Canchánchara at a local bar. Afterwards, taste regional flavours before retiring to your Trinidad accommodation.
7
Day 07

Nature Escape in El Cubano Park

  • Breakfast fuels a nature-filled day at El Cubano Park. Trek, swim in cascade-carved pools, or relax on the beach, immersing yourself in Cuba's natural patrimony.
8
Day 08

Santa Clara and Transfer to Varadero

  • After breakfast, head to Santa Clara to pay homage at the Che Guevara Museum and Mausoleum, followed by a transfer to Varadero.
9
Day 09

Matanzas, Coral Beach, and Cave Wonders

  • Dive into Coral Beach's seascape to observe the local fauna. Swim in the waters of Saturno Cave, enjoy a boat ride at Maya Lagoon Wildlife Refuge, and try Cuban flavours after walking through the streets of Matanzas City. Cuevas de Bellamar's gigantic stalagmites and a famous lookout are also included in this itinerary.
  • Later, return to Varadero and relax in your B&B accommodation.
10
Day 10

Art, History, and Flavours of Varadero

  • Stroll through Varadero's streets and indulge in local art, history, and gourmet chocolate. For a twist, sample Cuban-aged rums and premium cigars to spice up the palate.
11
Day 11

Varadero Beaches and Optional Cayo Blanco Safari

  • Enjoy leisurely days on Varadero's beaches, with an optional safari to Cayo Blanco.
  • Once there, relax on postcard-like shores or swim with wild dolphins for a change.
12
Day 12

Farewell to Cuba

  • Enjoy one last Creole breakfast before your transfer to Havana Airport, concluding your vacation in Cuba.
Viñales Valley, Playa Larga, Che Guevara Mausoleum, Varadero beaches

Where this trip takes you

Viñales Valley, Playa Larga, Che Guevara Mausoleum, Varadero beaches

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Havana 8 cities · 15 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Comprehensive guide assistance in Dutch, English, French, or Spanish.
  • Exclusive private taxi transportation throughout the trip.
  • Pre-arranged entry to all designated attractions.

What's Not Included

  • Lodging accommodations
  • Daily meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

What to bring

  • Money for accommodations, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and extra optional activities and tours

Know before you go

  • Cubancasa.com offers a selection of distinct bed and breakfasts (private homes) available for booking in each province, subject to availability.
  • Expert local dining recommendations are provided, with expenses payable in Euros or USD at each venue.
  • You should pay 20% of the round-trip price on the tourHQ website. The other 80% of the round-trip price must be paid on the first day in Cuba.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Aeropuerto Internacional José Martí, Havana, Cuba
Tour start
Havana, Cuba
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 15 days finish where they began, in Havana.

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