Project Description
Essence of the East Tour
A 7-night fully escorted tour that has been carefully designed from over 25 years of experience of tour planning in Cuba.
You will gain a fantastic insight into Cuba, one of the most unique destinations in the world. Our fully escorted tour, led by an experienced guide will cover all the most important sights of the Island, but also allow you to discover the real Cuba!
Departures: Every Monday, year-round
Duration: 7 nights / 8 Days
Essence of the East Tour Highlights
Visit the hidden gem of Gibara, according to the Guardian Cuba’s best kept secret!
A short trek to La Plata, the former HQ of Fidel Castro’s revolutionary heroes, situated deep in the Sierra Maestra mountains
Visit the birthplace of Fidel and Raul Castro at their former farm at Biran
A Visit to Santiago de Cuba, a passionate and revolutionary city, home of the Mausoleum of Fidel Castro
Two nights in Baracoa, one of the best places to visit in Cuba and not on many itineraries!
General Information
Unlike other tours on the market, this tour is guaranteed to operate every Monday when there are 2 or more passengers booked, please do check with us for latest availability
This tour operates year-round offering a great choice of departure dates
The tour will be guided in English throughout
This tour has been designed for small groups so to maximise the experience for guests
Maximum group size can be up to 21, but usually with an average of 6 to 14 guests
Minimum age required 14 years old
This tour is designed and created by Captivating Cuba, and is marketed by us, other tour operators and travel agents in the UK & Ireland
On the last day of the tour, we can arrange for you to continue your journey to the beach resorts of Guardalavaca, Miami, USA or further afield
Make this Tour your Own. Tailor this holiday to your liking when you choose to go private
We are able to organise this tour on a private basis, enabling clients to travel alone with the guide. On a private tour, it can also be possible to tailor the tour further if you require. Visits can be added, as can duration, or indeed a specialist interest can be catered for. We would be delighted to assist, please ask us if you would like a quotation.
What would you like to Personalise?
Go private instead of a group
Change the duration of the tour
Include your interests
Extra days by the beach
Day to Day Itinerary
We have included a number of unique highlights in the tour itinerary that most other tours on the market do not offer. A unique chance to wander the streets of Havana, explore Cuba’s most dramatic landscapes in Soroa and Vinales, travel back in time on the streets of Trinidad, and discover historical Santa Clara.
We have included a number of unique highlights in the tour itinerary that most other tours on the market do not offer. A unique chance to wander the streets of Havana, explore Cuba’s most dramatic landscapes in Soroa and Vinales, travel back in time on the streets of Trinidad, and discover historical Santa Clara.
Finish your Tour, Caribbean Style, with extra days by the Beach
After the tour why not continue your journey to the beach resort of Guardalavaca for a few days relaxing. Alternatively, head to Havana direct from Baracoa for a few extra days.
Suggested Beach Extensions
Guardalavaca Beach
Cayo Coco
Cayo Guillermo
Varadero Beach
Inspired Already?
Speak to us and get everything taken care of by a genuine expert on holidays to Cuba
20+ years of experience organising tours and tailor-made holidays to Cuba
Hand-Picked, English-Speaking Professional Tour Guides
Professional Team based in Cuba to look after you
Complete peace of mind. ATOL and IATA protected holidays
Genuine Cuba Experts. Unrivalled local knowledge and expertise
A trusted brand. Over 96% positive feedback from clients
Hand-Crafted Memories you will cherish forever.
That’s also why we are exclusively specialised in Cuba: a chaotic, eclectic, always surprising, impossible to forget spec of land in the Caribbean we all are a bit in love with.
Begin Planning your next experience. Call Captivating Cuba on 01438 419111