Day 2. Ek Balam & Zazil Tunich Cenote and
   Caverns tour

At a Glance

*Ek Balam archaeological site & Cenote Zazil Tunich tour

*After breakfast and check out from the hotel in Cancun, bring your expeditionary spirit and let yourself go on this Mystical journey to Ek Balam archaeological site & Zazil Tunich Cenote and Caverns.
Ek Balam is a little known treasure in the Yucatan Peninsula. Ek-Balam in Mayan means “Black Jaguar”, a legendary animal considered a God that took care of this site and of the people whom live there. It is a fabulously preserved remnant of the ancient Mayan City. Here, you can still climb the 100-foot high tower for magnificent views, and the city boasts three massive ceremonial structures at the center of the 2,500 acre Mayan ruins site. Our licensed tour guide will share with you the history, legends and secrets of this amazing Mayan City. At the end of the tour, we will enjoy lunch (dinks not included) in a local restaurant.
In the second part of our tour, we will visit one of the most beautiful Mayan Gems of the Yucatan Peninsula; the Zazil Tunich Cenote and Caverns. In this unique experience, we will forget about time and enjoy a guided tour in a site full of history and where wonderful Mayan events took place. Through Xibalbá Legend, we will get to know part of the Mayan Mythology and its 9 Levels of the Mayan Underworld to continue with participation of a Mayan Purification Ceremony. We will tour the cavern and experience a fascinating subterranean paradise shaped by tiny droplets over millions of years. We will have the opportunity to “splash” and cool off the heat, swimming in the shallow cenote.
After a nice day in contact with nature, history, mysticism and legends; we will head to the hotel in Valladolid, Yucatan.

*Overnight: Hotel in Valladolid, Yucatan
Meals: Continental breakfast in the hotel in Cancun
   Lunch in (drinks not included)

Day 3. Rio Lagartos Flamingos and crocodile tour & Las Coloradas visit

At a Glance

*Rio Lagartos flamingo, crocodile and birds watching tour
& Las Coloradas visit

*Enjoy an extraordinary “nature” journey and let yourself go on this adventure to Rio Lagartos. During the tour you will discover one of the most mysterious lagoons of Mexico, also known as “the sanctuary of the pink flamingo”, surrounded by the mangroves and home of more than 320 species of birds. Here, we will enjoy the boat ride watching the flamingos and the local flora and fauna; we can even watch crocodiles. We will enjoy an exfoliating natural mud bath. This is a unique experience. We will enjoy a delicious traditional lunch in Rio Lagartos Town (drinks not included) and then, our tour continues to the Salinas “Las Coloradas”, unique place because of its pink color. After a nice day in contact with nature, we will enjoy the panoramic ride to Valladolid, Yucatan.

Overnight: Hotel in Valladolid
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Valladolid, Yucatan
   Lunch in Rio Lagartos (drinks not included)

*Rio Lagartos National Park tax not included. Pay on the spot

Day 4. Chichen Itza, Cenote Saamal & Valladolid “Magic Town” tour

At a Glance

*Chichen Itza, Cenote Saamal, Mayapan Aquave Tequila Distillery & walking tour in Valladolid, Yucatan

*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, we will enjoy lunch (drinks not included) in a local restaurant to proceed with a visit to Cenote Saamal. After cooling off the heat of the Peninsula, we will enjoy the best of Valladolid, Yucatan; consider “Pueblo Magico” (Magic Town) based on its natural beauty, cultural and historical relevance to the country. We will visit the Mayapan Aquave Tequila Distillery, where we will learn about the tequila making process; form blue agave, to burning, to distilling and finally storage. In addition, of course, at the end of the tour Tequila tasting wearing sombreros and ponchos for a great Mexican traditional picture! And if time allowed us, we will stop at San Bernardino Ex-convent, which was the first Franciscan Monastery built in Mexico, and one of the first in the Americas. Built in 1592 and re-built after a fire in 1804 is one of the most visited sites in this beautiful town. Finally, a short walking tour in Valladolid Center.

*Overnight: Hotel in Valladolid, Yucatan
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Valladolid, Yucatan
   Lunch (drinks not included)
   Tequila tasting at Mayapan Aquave Tequila Distillery

Day 5. Mayan World Museum of Merida
   & Merida panoramic & walking tour

At a Glance

*Merida tour with photo stops.

*Today, after early breakfast, check out from the hotel in Valladolid, and 2 hours trasnfer to Merida, Yucatan, we will enjoy the most important Museum on Merida; the Gran Museo del Mundo Maya de Merida; where we will have the opportunity to immerse ourselves in this amazing “world” in this Museum consider one of the most important in Latin America.
The, we will enjoy traditional lunch (drinks not included) in a local restaurant to proceed with hotel check in; and later, after a short rest, we continue with Merida City tour with photo stops. First, discover Merida's Downtown. This city is full of culture and history. During this journey, we will go through the ancient history to the modern life in Merida. We will see Merida Cathedral, Montejo house Museum, the Government Palace among others in Downtown. Then, we will continue in Paseo Montejo, notable avenue named after Francisco de Montejo, the Spanish conquistador who founded the city in 1542. We will finish our tour visiting Monumento a la Patria “Plaza de la Independencia” (Independence Square).
Transfer back to the hotel.

Overnight: Hotel in Merida, Yucatan
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Oaxaca
   Lunch in Merida, Yucatan (drinks not included)

Day 6. Traditional Mayan Cooking Class,
   Uxmal archaeological site
   & Chocolate Museum private tour

*Today, have a great day with 3 activities in Uxmal; the traditional Mayan Cooking Class, the walking tour to Uxmal archaeological site & the Chocolate Museum tour.
At arrival to Uxmal, enjoy a cooking class where you will be shown how to prepare Chicken Pibil, one of the most traditional Yucatecan dishes, by following a recipe that has been handed down through generations. Enjoy your own creation while you learn about the Yucatecan people’s way of life. During this Gastro-cultural experience you will be taught how to prepare Chicken Pibil inside a “pib” (in Maya), a hole in the ground used as an oven for cooking a variety of true Yucatecan dishes. Besides, we will learn how to make tortillas by hand and how to prepare the habanero chili sauce that accompanies this traditional dish. Meanwhile the chiken pibil is cooking; our journey will continue with the tour to Uxmal, situated within a series of hills known as the Puuc or “mountainous area”. The name was later given to describe the architectural style of the region, such as the colossal Magicians Pyramid, impressive Governors Palace, intricate Dove’s Temple, and grand Nuns Quadrangle.
The archaeological structures and buildings located throughout Uxmal are ornamented with geometrical figures and masks of the God of the rain, Chaac, considered by the Mayas as one of their most important of deities.
We will return for lunch. Accompanying the Chicken Pibil you previously created, will be other traditional dishes including: “sikil pak” tacos, Chaya soup, and candied papaya as a dessert along with lima or sour orange water. This is a true Mayan-Yucatecan gastronomical experience.
At the end, we will get to know what in ancient times used to be a “coin” for trading goods; the cacao, and its famous processed product, the chocolate with a tour to the Chocolate Museum.
After a day full of experiences, transfer back to hotel in Merida, Yucatan

Overnight: Hotel in Merida, Yucatan
Meals: Continental breakfast in hotel in Merida
   Lunch. (drinks not included)

Day 7. Tulum tour

At a Glance

*Tulum private tour

*After early departure from Merida, enjoying the panoramic trip to Playa del Carmen. We will experience an adventure day visiting one of the most important Mayan sites in the Yucatan Peninsula, Tulum. During the tour, we will walk this impressive archaeological site; an icon of the Mayan culture in the Mexican Caribbean, whose location is unique as it is right on the coast of Quintana Roo. Enjoy the spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea from a privileged spot and contemplate the turquoise color of the sea. 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 time to swim and explore the beautiful beach of Tulum at your own pace.
Then, we will head to a local restaurant for lunch (drinks not included).

Our journey will finish with transfer and drop off to the hotel in Playa del Carmen

Overnight: Hotel in Playa del Carmen
Meals: Continental breakfast in a local restaurant in Merida, Yucatan
   Lunch in a local restaurant (drinks not included)

Day 8 & 9. Playa del Carmen beach days

At a Glance

*Day on the beach

*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
Meals: Continental breakfast in the hotel

Day 10. Cancun – Havana direct flight

Private transfer to Cancun International airport
Cancun – Havana direct flight
Private transfer to hotel in Havana, Cuba

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

Day 11. Modern Havana City classic car tour &
   Old Havana walking private tour

*Discover Havana's secrets and beauty with our Havana City tour. You will see and visit some of the of the most interesting and famous cultural and historical sites in Havana, registered by the UNESCO as part of the World Heritage.
The first part of the tour is the “Modern Havana” panoramic classic car tour.
To start with the tour, the tour guide will make a short presentation of Cuba, so you have a clear idea about one of the most iconic Countries in the World, not only for its peculiar economic and political model, but also because of its Friendly People; a feature that keeps its visitors coming back to such an amazing Country. During the panoramic tour, we will see and stop for photos in Havana University, the Revolution Square (Plaza de la Revolucion), Colon Cemetery, the second largest in the World; and in “el Malecon”. Drop off at The Capitol (El Capitolio).
 
The second part of the tour is the “Old Havana” City walking tour, starting with a visit to the famous just finished renovated “Capitolio” (Capitol Visit). Our tour will see among others Central Park (Parque Central), Bacardi building (edificio Bacardi) with a quick stop for a refreshing “Mojito” (not included) at la Bodegita del medio. Then, continue to la Plaza de la Catedral, the beautiful Castillo de la Real Fuerza (Real Fuerza Castle). The castle today houses one of Havana’s finest Museums; the Museo de Navegación (Navigation Museum).
Our journey will make a stop for a delicious lunch in a “Paladar” in the area (drinks not included). In the last part of the tour, we will head to Plaza de Armas, where we will visit Havana´s City Museum (Museo de los Capitanes Generales), then a quick visit to Plaza Vieja and Plaza de San Francisco where the guided tour ends.
Transfer back to hotel in Havana
 
Note: some museums may charge a small fee for using cameras

Overnight: Hotel in Havana
Meals: Breakfast in hotel in Havana

Day 12. Viñales Valley horseback riding tour

At a Glance

*Viñales horseback riding tour

*Today, after having breakfast and check out from Havana, enjoy the 2.30 hours transfer to Viñales Valley. During the transfer, we will have photo stops in the most important points where views and landscape are unique like “el mirador de los jazmines”, place that provides unforgettable vistas.
Viñales Valley is a National Monument since 1979, first cultural landscape recognized by UNESCO throughout the Americas, declared a World Heritage Site in 1999 and National Park in 2001.
At arrival, continue with your expeditionary spirit riding a horse 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; and why not?, take the opportunity to buy a souvenir. In the Valley, you will admire the beautiful tropical landscape. During the tour, we will stop on the most spectacular view points of the valley, visit caves inside born underground rivers that allow us to swim refreshing the heat of the day. The fauna will place you in a perfect setting with the singing of the birds that live in the heart of the valley, while eating a fruit found along the way, or take a cane juice prepared by a family that still employs rudimentary methods and traditional processing. During this tour, you will understand the charm of the harmonious coexistence of man and nature.
We will enjoy a traditional lunch in a local restaurant in the Valley (drinks not included).
 
After a nice day in contact with nature, experience Cuban hospitality staying in “Villa el Habano”, authorized private house and in Viñales.
Free time to continue exploring Viñales at your own pace.

Overnight: Authorized Private house in Viñales
Meals: Breakfast in hotel in Havana
   Traditional local lunch (drinks not included)

Day 13. Viñales – Trinidad sightseeing Private transfer Tour

*Experience an adventure day in Zapata National park. After an early departure at 7:30 hrs. We head south east through the Sugar Cane and Citrus plantations towards the UNESCO preserved Zapata National Park. Our journey will take us to Guama, a replica village of Cuba’s earliest settlers the Taino Indians who lived on the Island in the 1100´s. Located on a string of small islands and reached by an exhilarating boat ride through the mangroves, there are also a number of life size sculptures describing life of these early settlers. A crocodile sanctuary is also located here and you will enter the sanctuary to see the reptiles basking in the sun; a truly incredible experience. You can touch the baby ones, and take photos next to the large ones.
Continue the journey into the Zapata National Park, we will reach the Bay of Pigs, site of the failed CIA backed invasion of Cuba that was repelled by Fidel and Che and their revolutionaries. We will briefly visit the museum to gain an insight into one of the major World events from the 1960´s and an important date in Cuba’s revolutionary history.
After a relaxing lunch in the area (drinks not included), we will travel along the south coast and stop at a wonderful oasis! The Cueva De Los Peces. It is a natural salt water pool set in a beautiful and tranquil woodland location. Take an afternoon refreshing swim in the waters here or in the beach across the highway and spot the huge variety of tropical fish; or just take a cocktail or a cool beer (not included) and sit to enjoy the sun for a while.
As our journey continues, we will make a final stop at Cienfuegos known as the Pearl of the South, with a strong French colonial atmosphere and overlooking a beautiful bay. We will wander through the central squares and along the “Malecon” promenade before continue along the coast road to the beautiful Colonial City of Trinidad where we will drop you off at your accommodation at around 20:00 hrs. after a long but fantastic day.

Overnight: Hotel in Playa Ancon , Trinidad
Meals: Breakfast in Viñales in Villa el Habano
   Lunch during the tour (drinks not included)
   All-inclusive in Playa Ancon, Trinidad

Day 14. “Steam Train Ride to The Sugar Mills Valley”, Valle de los Ingenios & Trinidad City private tour / Salsa night

At a Glance

*Valle de Los Ingenios & Trinidad private walking tour
Salsa night at “La casa de la Musica” open Salsa Bar

*Enjoy a unique Experience by traveling from Trinidad to the Sugar Mills (Valle de los Ingenios) in the Historic Steam Train departing from Trinidad at 9:30 hrs. Returning at 14.30 hrs.
 
The Valle de los Ingenios is a living museum of the former sugar trade of the 18th and 19th century. Enjoy the ride on train and experience the sugar cane journey to the mills. Hop aboard one of Cuba’s 100 steam trains, including one that used to haul sugarcane through the Valle de Ingenios just outside of Trinidad. The Cuban sugar empire lasted from the late 18th to the late 19th century. At its peak, 50 sugar mills were concurrently in operation, producing 140,000 sugar cane arrobas per 32 acres. Part of the reason the Valley of the Sugar Mills was ultimately named a UNESCO World Heritage Site is because these sugar plantations were closely tied in with the slave trade that was rampant at the time.
 
It is estimated that some 80,000 Africans were brought to Cuba to work specifically on these sugar-producing farms during that time. Visit the Manaca Iznaga site of the Iznaga family, one of the wealthiest in Trinidad during the colonial period. Enjoy free time for lunch (not included) and pictures. Then, at 14:30 hrs., enjoy the train ride back to the beautiful City of Trinidad for our City tour.

Trinidad It is Cuba's best-preserved Colonial town; the old part of Trinidad has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1988. Our tour guide will share with you his knowledge and amazing histories. During our tour, we will walk around the most significant historical sites. Trinidad’s urban ensemble of domestic buildings has an exceptional typological homogeneity. The heart of the historic Centre is Plaza Mayor, overlooked by the campanile of the Convento de San Francisco and two noteworthy buildings, the Cantero Palace and the Romantic Museum, which we will visit. Then, we will stop at the Canchanchara tavern for a traditional of the house cocktail (not included) to finish with transfer back to hotel in Playa Ancon, Trinidad
 
In the evening, escorted by our local tour guide, we will visit “La Casa de La Musica” live salsa patio/bar where local, and well known bands play every night. Enjoy the Fiesta ambience and enjoy dancing Salsa with locals!

Overnight: Hotel in Playa Ancon , Trinidad
Meals: Lunch during the tour (drinks not included)
   All-inclusive in Playa Ancon, Trinidad

Day 15. Trinidad – Cayo Santa Maria private transfer with Che Mausoleum visit in Santa Clara

At a Glance

*Trinidad – Che Mausoleum visit (Santa Clara) – Cayo Santa Maria

The trip will continue towards one of the most famous and beautiful white sandy beaches of Cuba, Cayo Santa Maria. In the middle of our journey from Trinidad to Varadero, we will stop in Santa Clara to visit one of the most famous sites in Cuba; the Che Mausoleum, in honor to one of the most polemics leaders in Cuba, El Che Guevara. This place is one of the most visited sites in Cuba, in honor to the controversial leader.
 
Later, we will arrive to our final destination to enjoy the Beach, the Sun, services and amenities besides theme parties the All-Inclusive hotel offers in Cayo Santa Maria.

Overnight: Hotel in Cayo Santa Maria
Meals: Breakfast in hotel in Trinidad
   All-inclusive in Cayo Santa Maria

Day 16 to 18. Cayo Santa Maria beach days

At a Glance

*Days on the beach. All inclusive

*These days, relax on the white sandy beaches in Cayo Santa Maria. 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.

Overnights: Hotel in Cayo Santa Maria
Meals: All-inclusive hotel

Day 19. Transfer to Havana

*Today, enjoy the morning on the beach.
After lunch, meet your driver for transfer to hotel in Havana

Overnight: Hotel in Havana
Meals: All-inclusive in hotel in Cayo Santa Maria (Morning)

Day 20. Departure from Havana

After breakfast, meet your driver for transfer to Havana International Airport

We suggest morning departure direct flight to Cancun with connection direct flight to California

*Private transfer to the Havana International airport.
Meals: Breakfast in hotel in Havana

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