| Historical Cycling International and our Canadian associates invite you to join us on a spectacular trip to the Caribbean Island nation of Cuba. Our journey will commence in vibrant and historic Havana where we'll explore on foot and by bike the city's historic center or Havana Vieja, a declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the Malecon de la Habana and Miramar neighborhood of elaborate mansions. A visit to Patronato, the Jewish Community Center, will reveal a small but increasingly vibrant community with a rich history that dates back over 500 years. Our Jewish friends will welcome us enthusiastically and enthrall you with their personal stories. We'll attend Shabbat services and join the community members afterwards for a sunset meal. Experience Havana's legendary nightlife and dance the evenings away. Discover Cuba's scenic and remote interior as we pedal past various sugar cane, banana and tobacco plantations to Santa Clara. Connect with the warm and gracious Cuban people as we carry on to the colonial gem of Trinidad. Founded in 1508, this UNESCO declared World Heritage Site is historically intact with cobblestone streets, horse drawn carriages and old tile roofs. Little has changes here since its golden age of the 17th and 18th century. Cycle to the gorgeous lagoon of Caleta Buena, ideal for snorkeling, swimming and exploring the beautiful corals. After pedaling for 6 days we'll unwind by the blue Caribbean Sea at the famous beach resort of Varadero. Enjoy the weekend in the hotels' spa, on the sand with a good book or opt for more active days by playing tennis, swimming, windsurfing, snorkeling or kayaking. . |
| Days 1: Toronto-Havana
Arrive together at Jose Marti International Airport, Havana. Transfer to the elegant and centrally located Park Central Hotel. Group introductions before we welcome our local Jewish personality for an amazing discussion about Cuba's Jewish community. Welcome dinner. Days 2: Havana
Morning bike tour of Havana's historic center, a declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO, including the Malecon de la Habana and Third Ave, Miramar. Lunch at La Ferminia restaurant. Afternoon free before we rendezvous for Shabbat services and dinner with community members. Evening free. Days 3: Havana
Morning cultural tour of old Havana. Lunch. Afternoon free to explore, shop or relax at our Hotel's swimming pool. Evening at the legendary Copacabana nightclub. Days 4: Havana to Santa Clara
Departure by coach to the city of Santa Clara. After lunch we will enjoy an afternoon bike tour of the historic center, visiting the Leoncio Vidal Park, the library, La Caridad theatre and the casa de las Modas, among other interesting places. On our return to the hotel we will visit the monument in honor of Ernesto Che Guevara. Dinner. Day 5: Santa Clara to Caibarien
Our leisurely paced cycling day takes us on mostly level terrain to the city of Caibarien, situated on Cuba's north coast. Pedal past sugar cane, banana and tobacco plantations. Stop at the main square in the city of Remedios, a declared National Monument. Continue by coach connecting neighboring islands and expansive mangrove swamps to Cayo Santa Maria's beach, where we'll swim and picnic. Return to our hotel for dinner. Evening free.
 | Day 6: Caibarien to Trinidad
Departure by coach to the Topes de Collantes mountain range via several small rural communities to our lunch destination in La Represa Park. Continue by bike, descending to the colonial town of Trinidad. Tour of the city center, a declared World heritage Site by UNESCO. Dinner and then dancing in a gigantic cave, home to the Cueva de Ayala discotheque. Day 7: Trinidad to Montemar Natural Park
Morning bike ride from Trinidad along the coastal road to the botanical Gardens of Cienfuegos, home of one of the world's most beautiful palm tree collections. Continue to the city of Cienfuegos and tour of the city. After lunch, transfer to the Hotel Guarna, situated in Montemar Natural Park. Dinner. Evening free. Day 8: Montemar Natural Park to Varadero via Calena Buena
Our morning ride will take us to Calena Buena, a natural swimming pool and ideal for snorkeling and exploring the beautiful corals. Lunch. Afternoon transfer to Varadero Beach. Enjoy the next 3 evenings at the Iberostar Tainos Resort. Day 9 & 10: Varadero
Relax, play and enjoy at Cuba's most famous beach resort and national version of Club Med. Day activities include everything from ping-pong to kayaking, snorkeling to fitness and spa. Evening shows, resident orchestra and dancing for the fun at heart! Day 11:Varadero-Havana-Toronto
We'll return to Havana for our late afternoon flight to Toronto, Canada where we'll say our goodbyes and see you off with a lifetime of memories.
|
