Cycle Cuba

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Havana (D)

Arrive in Havana at any time.

Day 2 Pinar del Río / Viñales (B,L,D)

Travel west to Pinar del Río, the “Garden Province” of Cuba. This is cigar country so a visit to a tobacco factory, as well as the local rum distillery, is a must. Spend the afternoon cycling around the pincushion hills and lush tobacco fields of Viñales.

Day 3 Cayo Jutías (B,L,D)

Cycle to Cayo Jutía on the North coast. Take in the breathtaking scenery as you cycle past dramatic mountain vistas, stopping en route for a picnic lunch. This coastal route ends at a beautiful unspoiled white beach with crystal blue water.

Day 4 La Palma (B,L,D)

Cycle the Jagua Vieja road to La Palma. After a traditional Cuban meal, make your way back to Valle de Ancón.

Day 5 Cueva de los Portales / Soroa (B,L,D)

Follow in the footsteps Che Guevara as you visit the historic Cueva de los Portales. Stop en route for a picnic lunch, and then continue cycling the Carretera Central to Soroa. If you're lucky, you'll catch one of Soroa's famed rainbows. This region is endowed with rivers, clear water, tall trees, and features Cuba’s most complete orchid garden.

Day 6 Las Terrazas (B,L,D)

Take a morning ride past majestic mountains and beautiful scenery to Las Terrazas - Cuba's first UNESCO sanctioned biosphere reserve. Visit the 19th century coffee plantation ruins. Don't miss the opportunity to experience a traditional Cuban Creole meal at a typical farm house.

Day 7 Havana (B,D)

A short trip east takes us to back to the capital to soak up some city culture. Enjoy a walking tour of old and modern Havana for a full appreciation of this vibrant city. Delight in some Cuban cuisine for dinner, and enjoy one last night on the town with the group.