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VARADERO + HAVANA
An insightCuba Vacation
VARADERO + HAVANA
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VARADERO + HAVANA 4 DAYS
VARADERO HAVANA CARDENAS
3 NIGHTS TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
C U BA I S A C O L O R F U L C O U NT RY W IT H WARM AND F RIEND LY P EO P L E. Spanish Colonial cities and 3,500 miles of unspoiled Caribbean coastline make it
Visit Cuba’s most popular beach destination, Varadero
one of the most sought after destinations in the Caribbean. We’ll take you to the
Walking tour of Old Havana
heart of it all.
Explore Cardenas
Join insightCuba, the most trusted name in Cuba travel, to experience Cuba’s
Visit The Sugar Cane Museum and ride an antique train
capital city, Havana, and stick your toes in the sand of the famed Varadero
See Ernest Hemingway's home
beaches once off-limits to Americans. We’ll show you what makes this island
One UNESCO World Heritage Site
nation so special, with people-to-people excursions that let you dive right in.
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VARADERO HAVANA
CARDENAS
DAY 3 VARADERO HAVANA After breakfast, we’ll drive along the beautiful coast for a day of exploration in Havana. We’ll begin our full-day excursion with a walking tour in Old Havana, a splendid UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most incredible examples of preserved Spanish Colonial architecture. SAMPLE ITINERARY*
DAY 1 VARADERO Arrive on your direct flight to Varadero’s Juan Gualberto Gómez Airport. After clearing immigration and customs, you’ll check-in to the Meliá Varadero beach resort. You’ll have time to relax and explore your new surroundings before enjoying a welcome dinner at the hotel. Meals | Lunch (for early arrivals), Dinner
After lunch on your own in Old Havana, we’ll tour other areas of the city, including Centro Havana, Vedado and Miramar. We will cruise along the famed Malecón (seaside boulevard) and end up at the historic Hotel Nacional to enjoy its world-famous mojitos and amazing views. Our day trip will also include a visit to Finca Vigía, the home of author Ernest Hemingway. After dinner on your own, we’ll return to your hotel in Varadero. Meals | Breakfast
DAY 4 VARADERO ¡Adios, Cuba! DAY 2 VARADERO CARDENAS AM ACTIVITIES OPTION: After breakfast, join us on an excursion to Cardenas, a small town just south of Varadero, for a visit to the farmers market. After, visit the Sugar Cane Museum to learn about sugar processing and how sugar cane is used to make Cuba’s famous rum. Then, ride the Sugar Cane antique train. We’ll return to the hotel for lunch. PM ACTIVITIES OPTION: After lunch, we’ll visit the Varahicacos Ecological Reserve, known for its hiking trails and unique flora and fauna. We'll visit one of the area’s caves, where pre-Columbian pictographs and 2,000-year-old burial plots can be found. Meals | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, bid farewell to Cuba as you board your flight home. Meals | Breakfast
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* Activities in this itinerary should be considered a sample only. Final itineraries are sent to guests one-to-two weeks prior to departure.
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I N S I GH TC U BA VAC ATIO NS
Incredible Value VA RA DERO + HAVANA INC LU DES: Three nights at the all-inclusive Meliá Varadero Resort InsightCuba guided people-to-people excursions Expert Cuban guide Private Cuban driver Three breakfasts, one lunch and two dinners Certification of travel to Cuba under the U.S. Department of the Treasury general license All entrance fees to scheduled activities and events All in-country ground transportation and airport transfers* Travel health and emergency medical evacuation insurance InsightCuba travel guidebook 24-hour emergency customer-service hotline Cuban visa (additional $99) Additional activities available: sailing on a catamaran, snorkeling, windsurfing, diving (additional fee), or fishing (additional fee) Flight concierge service (flight cost additional) Not included: Airfare and gratuities. * Transfers available for group blocks or recommended flight arrival and departure times.
I N S I GH TC U BA VAC ATIO NS
Value Rates G ROUP RATES: 5% off land for groups of 5 - 9 guests 10% off land for groups of 10 or more Not combinable with any other offer or discount.
CH I L D DISCO U NT: Children 0 – 1.99 years old TRAVEL FREE Children 2 – 11.99 years old receive a 50% discount Terms: Children must be the prescribed age above at the time of travel. Discount applies only to Varadero + Havana Vacation package and does not include air. Discount applicable only with two full paying adults. Adults and children must stay in the same room.
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DEPARTURE DATES Dec 23, 2016 – Dec 26, 2016
Sep 14, 2017 – Sep 17, 2017
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Dec 30, 2016 – Jan 2, 2017
Sep 28, 2017 – Oct 1, 2017
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Jan 12, 2017 – Jan 15, 2017
Oct 12, 2017 – Oct 15, 2017
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Feb 2, 2017 – Feb 5, 2017
Oct 26, 2017 – Oct 29, 2017
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Feb 16, 2017 – Feb 19, 2017
Nov 9, 2017 – Nov 12, 2017
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Mar 2, 2017 – Mar 5, 2017
Nov 23, 2017 – Nov 26, 2017
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Mar 9, 2017 – Mar 12, 2017
Dec 7, 2017 – Dec 10, 2017
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Mar 16, 2017 – Mar 19, 2017
Dec 14, 2017 – Dec 17, 2017
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Mar 23, 2017 – Mar 26, 2017
Dec 17, 2017 – Dec 20, 2017
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Mar 30, 2017 – Apr 2, 2017
Dec 23, 2017 – Dec 26, 2017
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Apr 13, 2017 – Apr 16, 2017
Dec 29, 2017 – Jan 1, 2018
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Apr 27, 2017 – Apr 30, 2017
Jan 11, 2018 – Jan 14, 2018
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May 11, 2017 – May 14, 2017
Jan 25, 2018 – Jan 28, 2018
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May 25, 2017 – May 28, 2017
Feb 1, 2018 – Feb 4, 2018
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Jun 8, 2017 – Jun 11, 2017
Feb 15, 2018 – Feb 18, 2018
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Jun 22, 2017 – Jun 25, 2017
Mar 1, 2018 – Mar 4, 2018
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Jul 6, 2017 – Jul 9, 2017
Mar 15, 2018 – Mar 18, 2018
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Jul 20, 2017 – Jul 23, 2017
Mar 29, 2018 – Apr 1, 2018
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Aug 3, 2017 – Aug 6, 2017
Apr 12, 2018 – Apr 15, 2018
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Aug 17, 2017 – Aug 20, 2017
Apr 26, 2018 – Apr 29, 2018
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Aug 31, 2017 – Sep 3, 2017
For single occupancy or additional dates, please see website.
PRICES STARTING AT
$1,995 BOOK YOUR TRIP 800-450-CUBA (2822) |
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TRAVEL WITH CONFIDENCE
Meliá Varadero A masterpiece of nature, Varadero seduces visitors with the transparency and tranquillity of its warm waters and wide stretch of fine, white sand. Situated right on the Varadero peninsula, the Meliá Varadero is a paradise of lush, exotic gardens enveloped by palm trees, with direct access to a sparkling white-sand beach. Enjoy stunning sea views, incredible amenities and awardwinning services. During your all-inclusive stay, you will have access to two large freshwater pools, six restaurants, a fitness center and gaming club house, discounted access to the Varadero Golf Club just steps from the hotel, plus the option to enjoy water sports like windsurfing or snorkeling. As with other Meliá properties, the staff is friendly, efficient and always available and eager to assist with any need.
AMENITIES Wi-Fi Internet Telephone 24-hour currency exchange Electronic safe and locks King-size bed or twin beds Bathroom amenities, hairdryer, and 110V socket for low-power appliances Doctor and nurse are on call if needed Shady areas with palm trees, hammocks, sunshades and sunbeds Pools with hydromassage, waterfalls and lovely sea views Walk-up bar in the middle of the pool Direct access to the beach Scuba diving classes for beginners Special preferred rates at the Varadero Golf Club - next to the hotel Fitness center Day care center Business center Club House and family game room
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