Cuba
When is the best time to stay in Cuba?
November to May, to avoid the heat and hurricanes
Interesting facts about Cuba
The top things in Cuba are - Colonial architecture and classic American cars in Old Havana
Music, cigars & the national flag - icons of Cuba
Weird New Year Traditions - the popular tradition of hitting the streets with a suitcase in tow at midnight, taking a stroll around the block. This Cuban cultural tradition is believed to attract travels and adventures in the year ahead.
The Mojito origins in Cuba - The cocktail was invented in Cuba by none other than Sir Francis Drake! This refreshing blend dates back to the 16th century when Drake and his crew landed on the Cuban shores
Cuba has more than 4000 islands - Speaking about the size, Cuba isn't just a solitary island but a network of 4,195 islands and cays, each with its own unique charm.
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Havana
Location: Havana is Cuba’s capital city. Spanish colonial architecture in its 16th-century Old Havana core includes the Castillo de la Real Fuerza, a fort and maritime museum. The National Capitol Building is an iconic 1920s landmark. Also in Old Havana is the baroque Catedral de San Cristóbal and Plaza Vieja, whose buildings reflect the city’s vibrant architectural mix.
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Valle de Vinales
Location: Viñales Valley is a karstic depression in Cuba. The valley has an area of 132 km² and is located in the Sierra de los Órganos mountains, just north of Viñales in the Pinar del Río Province. It is encircled by mountains and its landscape is interspersed with dramatic rocky outcrops. The quality of this cultural landscape is enhanced by the vernacular architecture of its farms and villages.
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Santiago de Cuba
Location: Santiago de Cuba is facing a bay off the Caribbean Sea. It's known for colonial architecture and revolutionary history. The city's distinctive Afro-Cuban cultural influences are on display during July's Carnaval, a festival with drum-beating parades featuring colourful costumes and son dancing, a precursor to salsa.
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Cuban Beaches
Location: Known for their stunning white sands and clear blue waters, Cuba's beaches are deliciously uncrowded and full of tranquillity. Varadero and the islands of the Jardines del Rey archipelago are just a few essential stops on the long list of flawless turquoise-edged strands surrounding the island.
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6 of the best Cuba tours
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Cuban Rhythms: Beachfronts & Havana Vibes
8 days, Havana to Havana
ON SALE
On November 30th 2025
From $1214 AUD
For too many people, Cuba is nothing more than a beach resort. That’s crazy; the island practically buzzes with energy and you should do likewise — get moving.
Journey through the culture-soaked streets of Trinidad and Old Havana for your fill of drinking and dancing. The music here pours out of open windows. Hit the beach and explore the outdoors, then connect with the locals in homestays and make friends for life as you hit the sites with other young people like yourself. Boring? Impossible!
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Highlights of Cuba
6 nights Havana to Havana
ON SALE
On 29th November 2025
From $1072 AUD
Cuba, with its varied landscape, rich history of literature, and vibrant rhythms will inspire you again and again. Explore this uniquely captivating land and meet friendly locals on this short, but sweet six-day adventure. Soak up Cuban culture in an immersive homestay experience, learn about the country's resilience at the Bay of Pigs Museum in Playa Girón, and visit Che Guevara sites in Santa Clara. Head into the refreshing mountain region to walk in a national park and learn about coffee production. Wander the cobblestone streets of Trinidad and see the magnificent seawall in Cienfuegos. Let yourself explore off the beaten path and witness the many treasures of this island in the Caribbean.
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Treasures of Cuba
15 days, Havana to Havana
ON SALE
On December 20th 2025
From $2759 AUD
The melody of horns floating through the air, classic cars parked in colonial squares, revolutionary statues — get over the resort wall and discover the real Cuba!
Travel east to Santiago de Cuba and Baracoa and encounter the birthplace of Cuban rhythms and revolutionary fervour. Soak in Spanish heritage while exploring churches, forts, and cobblestoned streets.
Stay overnight in homestays for an immersive Cuban experience few travellers get to enjoy. Don't just walk down the road less travelled — dance down it. Viva la Revolución!
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Cuba Explorer
9 days Havana to Havana
On May 31st 2026
$2299 AUD
Explore a side of Cuba that few rarely get to experience on this nine-day adventure. Cruise Havana’s history-infused streets in a classic car and stroll along Trinidad’s cobblestone avenues to the rhythms of music floating from open windows. Tour a tobacco plantation for a taste of iconic Cuban culture and luxuriate in the view of the island’s rolling western hills. Travel by private air-conditioned vehicle is well-paced, so you're refreshed and ready to explore the island’s vibrant culture and tropical breezes.
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Cuba: Salsa & Snorkelling
16 days, Havana to Havana
On 22nd November 2025
$2979 AUD
There’s more to Cuba than sandy beaches and cigars. Beyond its beautiful coastlines and tobacco farms lies a place filled with more adventure than you can imagine. Dive into the ocean for incredible snorkelling, learn to whip up some of the finest mojitos from the local experts of Playa Larga, and find your rhythm as you salsa dance in the cradle of the Cuban Revolution.
Whether you’re in it for the food or the fiestas, this 15-day venture will have all the ingredients needed to spice up your journey.
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Biking Cuba
8 days, Havana to Havana
On July 11th 2026
$2099 AUD
Two wheels are better than four (or more) when it comes to exploring the Caribbean nation of Cuba. This eight-day active tour leads you along some of the nation's most scenic sights and routes. Cycle through the Garden Province of Pinar del Río, passing famous mogotes (limestone pincushion hills) of the region, see the historic Cueva de los Portales used by Che Guevara, and venture along the Ancón peninsula coastline. Your time relaxing or swimming on the beaches of Playa Ancón will be well-earned by this point.