Cuba
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Cuba is an extraordinary, enigmatic country and strikingly different from its Caribbean neighbours - with an eclectic mix of historical occupations adding to its appeal. Colonised by the Spanish from the 15th century, much of the indigenous populations were decimated and replaced by African slaves.
It is an island steeped in the history of Spanish colonialism and post-war revolution, combined with some of the Caribbean's best beaches, the enduring pulse of Salsa and of course, the most sought after cigars in the world.
Cuba offers real variation for the visitor: from the vibrant cities of Havana, Trinidad and Santiago de Cuba to the quiet natural beauty of the West, rich in tobacco and coffee plantations. The long coastline of this large island boasts classic white sand beaches with a wide range of water sports enabling sun-worshippers to be as active or relaxed as the mood takes.
The British ruled for a short period in the 19th century, before the US took control of the island in 1902. Despite its many revolutions and somewhat turbulent history, Cuba today is a place of peace, beauty and ancient intrigues.
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* Please note that all hotel categories are classified under Contours Travel Classifications
What’s available in Cuba
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Cuban Cities |
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Cuba |
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4 days |
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UNESCO World Heritage listed Old Havana is the Caribbean's largest and most vibrant city. The crumbling facades of once grand colonial mansions line the cobbled streets; vintage Chevies, Buicks and Cadillac's jostle for position along the Malecon. Sip Havana Club rum and listen to the sounds of salsa, mambo and samba or head to the Conde de Villanueva for a Cuban cigar. |
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Tailored Holidays |
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Cuba |
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8 days |
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Get off the beaten track in Eastern Cuba- relax on the beach in Guardalavaca, explore the mountain range of Nipe-Cristal and the Mayabe Valley and enjoy Cuba's finest music in Baracoa and Santiago de Cuba. |
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Tailored Holidays |
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Cuba |
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9 days |
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Discover the natural beauty and picturesque towns of Eastern Cuba- from the Sierra Maestra Mountains to the stunning views across Santiago Bay; from rural fincas to the musical heart of Santiago de Cuba ... this is the real Cuba! |
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Tailored Holidays |
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Cuba |
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9 days |
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Discover the highlights of Western Cuba- from the UNESCO World Heritage listed city of Old Havana to the natural beauty of the Vinales Valley. Sample the local specialties- Cuban cigars and Havana Club rum- on this fully escorted tour. |
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Tailored Holidays |
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Cuba |
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15 days |
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This fully escorted tour of Cuba covers the island's highlights- from beautiful Havana city, the Vinales Valley, Trinidad and Che Guevara's mausoleum in Western Cuba to the rugged beauty and rural quiet of Eastern Cuba- and allows you to get to know the real Cuba with the help of your excellent guides. |
