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WESTERN CUBA CYCLING TOUR
Cuba
is
the Caribbean 's
largest island. Its relative political isolation has prevented it
from being overrun by tourists, and as a result, the locals are very
friendly towards tourists. Cuba is
a relaxed place to visit, despite the formality of the colonial
architecture. It is known for its dancing, night life and
magnificent beach resorts, not to mention the famous Che Guevara.
ITINERARY
Day 1
Arrival in Havana
Clients meet at the Hotel Occidental in Miramar at 6pm for arrival
briefing. Dinner in your hotel. Accommodation at the Hotel Occidental
Miramar.
Day 2
Havana City tour by Bike (Approx 37 Km on Bike)
Buffet Breakfast. After the bike fitting we set off on a panoramic
sightseeing tour of the City covering the following areas; Miramar,
Parque Metropolitano de la Habana, Nuevo Vedado, with a stop at the
Revolution Square. Continue through Vedado passing by the Hotel Nacional
de Cuba down to the Capitolio via Centro Habana. Stop at the Capitolio
building, continue biking down Prado promenade, near the former
Presidential Palace, then on to the train station, the remains of the
wall and to the Arms square. From here we continue on foot visiting the
four most important colonial squares in Old Havana. Lunch in the area.
After lunch return to the hotel along the Malecon promenade.
Hotel Occidental Miramar.
Day 3
Cycle to Las Terrazas Community (50km Approx)
Buffet Breakfast. We leave the city and head west to Pinar del Rio
Province. Once outside Havana we get on our bikes then head for “Las
Terrazas” Biosphere Reserve on a ride of about 50km. Upon arrival we
have lunch then explore this fascinating eco-resort and take a swim in
the natural pools of the Rio San Juan. Continue to Charco Azul or Soroa
for dinner and overnight.
Hotel Soroa or Charco Azul.
Day 4
Cycle to San Diego de los Baños (60 km Approx)
Buffet Breakfast. After breakfast we set off down the hill and into
the valley. We spend most of the day cycling along the plain and through
pretty colonial farm towns dotted along the old Havana – Pinar del Rio
Road. We continue to cycle to the Spa town of San Diego de los Baños.
Once famous for its medicinal waters the town is now a sleepy backwater
of pretty squares and colonial buildings. Time for late lunch then relax
by the pool or explore San Diego before dinner and overnight.
Hotel el Mirador de San Diego
Day 5
Backroad to Viñales (40 km Approx)
Buffet Breakfast. This morning we have a bus transfer through the
foothills of the Sierra del Rosario Mountains to Cueva de los Portales,
a cave system which was Che Guevara´s Headquarters during the October
Missile Crisis of 1962. After visiting the cave (optional) we set off by
bike through beautiful country roads which lead us to the back route of
the World Heritage Site Viñales Valley. We have a picnic lunch along the
way and reach Viñales in time to relax for a while by the hotel pool.
Evening at leisure. Hotel Rancho San Vicente or La Ermita.
Day 6
Cayo Jutías
Buffet Breakfast. A full day´s excursion to a picturesque white
beach caressed by crystal-clear water. The cay is connected to the shore
by a causeway, accessed by a turnoff from the main highway, four
kilometres west of Santa Lucia. It is a great place for picnic, camping,
swimming or for some water sports. This is perfect beach life! After an
included lunch we transfer back to our hotel in Viñales for dinner and
overnight. Hotel Rancho San Vicente or La Ermita.
Day 7
Circular Route to Viñales (45 km Approx)
Buffet Breakfast. A full day exploring the spectacular scenery of Viñales valley by bike. We start the day visiting Cueva del Indio with
its underground river and then get back on our bikes and head for the
rural heart of Pinar del Rio, passing tobacco fields and agricultural
smallholdings. We climb the hill for a spectacular view of the valley
before dropping back down to Mural de la Prehistoria for a traditional
Cuban lunch. A leisurely return to Viñales town and some time to wander
along the main street before heading to our Havana hotel for the
evening. Hotel Armadores de Santander or similar.
Day 8
Departure day
Buffet Breakfast. Departure day.
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Departure Dates
February 13, 2011
March 13, 2011
April 24, 2011
May 22, 2011
June 19, 2011
July 17, 2011
August 7, 2011
August 28, 2011
October 16, 2011
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