Day 4

Viñales Valley & Pinar del Rio private group tour

*Enjoy an adventure to the heart of the western province of Cuba; Vinales Valley and Pinar del Río, declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1999.

Bring your expeditionary spirit and let yourself go on this journey to one of Cuba's most fertile areas where some of the world’s best tobacco is grown, harvested, dried and processed. We will visit a Tobacco Farm where we will have the opportunity to see and learn the worldwide famous handmade tobacco process and why not, take the opportunity to buy a souvenir.
Viñales tour will provide you unforgettable vistas at “el Mirador de los Jazmines”. Here you will admire the beautiful tropical landscape. We will visit the prehistorical mural, a 120-meter tall replica of prehistoric paintings on a “mogote” and take a short boat ride to see “la Cueva del Indio” (the Indian cave).

Then, continue with a visit to El Palenque de los Cimarrones, kind of “living Cuban Museum” that, between legend and history, makes the passing of Afro-descendants through western Cuba.

We will enjoy traditional lunch (not included9 in a local restaurant.

Our journey will continue with a short tour in Pinar del Rio City where we will visit “La Guayabita del Pinar” rum factory to see and learn the production of this famous traditional Cuban liquor.

After the tour, the group will have a short free time for shopping before going back to Havana.

Overnight: Hotel in Havana
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Havana

Day 5

Havana - Varadero Private group transfer
Free day at leisure (All-inclusive)

*After early check out from the hotel, enjoy the picturesque journey from Havana to the beautiful Varadero. On our way there, we will make a stop at Bacunayagua bridge, famous for its breath-taking views and traditional piñas coladas.

Arrival and drop off to hotel in Varadero. Although early check in to the hotel is not guaranteed (based on availability) we will enjoy the beach , sun and all-inclusive most of the day.

Overnight: Hotel in Varadero
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Havana
All-inclusive hotel in Varadero

Day 6

Varadero beach day (All-inclusive)

*Today, relax on the white sandy beaches in Varadero. Forget about schedules, and enjoy the day, the sun and the beach with all services, amenities, theme parties and non- motorized water activities the All-inclusive hotel offers

Overnight: Hotel in Varadero
Meals: All-inclusive

Day 7

Havana – Cancun flight (not included)

*Today, enjoy the morning on the beach.

After early lunch, meet your driver for transfer to Havana International Airport for
departure to take the flight to Cancun, Mexico (not included).

*Welcome to Mexico!
Upon arrival to Cancun International Airport you will be greeted by our driver and transferred to your hotel in Cancun.

Check-in to your hotel and the rest of the day will be at leisure to rest from the trip and get familiar with the surrounding areas.

Overnight: Hotel in Cancun
Meals: Breakfast in Cuba (All-inclusive)

Day 8

Isla Mujeres “like locals” private group tour

*Today we will visit Isla Mujeres, one of the most beautiful islands in Mexico.
This tour, different to the commercial ones will be “like locals”, full of fun and sites for the best photos; besides spending time at “Playa Norte”, consider one of the most beautiful beaches in the world!
Or journey will start with transfer from the hotel to the ferry terminal. Then, enjoy the 20 minutes boat ride and be amazed by the beautiful colours of the Mexican Caribbean.
At arrival to the Island and renting golf-carts (Driver´s Licence needed), we will drive towards Punta Sur with beautiful and breath-taking views facing the cliffs. Here, the crashing waves and craggy rocks are a sight not often seen in south-eastern Mexico. The cliffs offer a unique scenario on three sides for your best pictures. We briefly will visit Punta Sur National Park where a real Maya temple in Honour of Ixchel, Fertiliy Godess is located.
We will return to Isla Downtown (return golf carts) and make a stop for early delicious seafood lunch (not included) with the catch of the day.
The group will take a short walk to “Playa Norte” where we will spend a couple of hours enjoying the beautiful peaceful beach.
Finally, on the way back to the ferry, we will make a short stop in Downtown for souvenir shopping , to end the tour with transfer back to the hotel.

Overnight: Hotel in Cancun Downton (Beach hotel + €)
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Cancun

Day 9

Chichen Itza private group tour
Hacienda Selva Maya & Cenote Saamal
Valladolid “Magic town” visit

*Bring your expeditionary spirit and let yourself go on this journey to the most iconic archaeological site of the Mayan World. Meet one of the New Wonders of the Modern World at Chichén Itza, Included as part of the UNESCO World Heritage. It is considered the most important Mayan site for its imposing vestiges, famous for the mathematical precision with which they were built. During the tour, lead by an experienced certified guide, we will visit among others the Temple of Kukulkan (Mayan feathered serpent deity) “El Castillo” (The Castle); the main ball court which is by far the most impressive and largest well-preserved ball court in ancient Mesoamerica.

Then, our tour will head to Hacienda Selva Maya where at arrival we will enjoy a delicious Yucatecan buffet lunch (drinks not included), to proceed with a visit to the beautiful Cenote Saamal onsite. Here, we will have free time for swimming; so, do not forget to bring your swimming suit & towel.

After cooling off the heat of the Peninsula, we will make a stop at Valladolid, Yucatan. This beautiful town is considered “Pueblo Magico” (Magic Town) based on its natural beauty, cultural and historical relevance to the country.

Our tour will end with private group transfer to the hotel in Valladolid.

Overnight: Hotel in Valladolid
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Cancun
Yucatacan buffet lunch (drinks not included)

Day 10

Tulum & Cenote Tortuga private group tour

*Experience an adventure day combining two great activities in the Yucatan Peninsula, Tulum tour & Cenote Tortuga visit (4 cenotes).

After 90 min. trip from Valladolid, we will arrive to Tulum. We will walk this impressive archaeological site icon of the Mayan culture in the Mexican Caribbean. Its location is unique, as it is right on the coast of Quintana Roo facing the Mexican Caribbean. Enjoy the spectacular views from a privileged spot and contemplate the turquoise color of the sea. During our walking tour, explore this ancient ceremonial center and get to know the history of this place with a certified guide that will reveal secrets of this walled city.
After the walking tour, you will have free time to take the best photos onsite.

The tour will continue with a stop in a local restaurant in Tulum for lunch (drinks not included) to proceed with a visit to Cenote Tortuga.

Once there, we will have a two-hour guided tour in 4 different cenotes: Wisho, Bell, Tres Zapotes & Jaguar Cenote. You will be amazed by the jade green colour and its crystalline waters that allow you to distinguish the bottom of the cenotes. Countless fish, birds and exuberant flora adorn the surroundings of each cenote where you will have plenty of time to swim and enjoy them.

Our journey will finish with private group transfer to your hotel in Playa del Carmen.

Overnight: Hotel in Playa del Carmen Downtown (Beach hotel + €)
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Valladolid

Day 11 & 12

Playa del Carmen free days at leisure

These days, relax on the white sandy beaches in Playa del Carmen. Forget about schedules and enjoy the day, the sun, the beach and your loved ones.

Overnight: Hotel in Playa del Carmen Downtown (Beach hotel + €)
Meals: Continental breakfast

Day 13

Departure from Cancun International Airport

Transfer to Cancun International airport for departure (Suggested late night flight departure to enjoy the beach as much time as possible). Overnight in the flight to Europe

Meals: Continental breakfast

Day 14

Arrival in Europe

Home arrival in Europe

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