Havana & Vinales Valley holidays

Any trip to Cuba must start with Havana, the seductive, timeless, atmospheric capital city. All Cuba’s rich and colourful history can be found in the stunning Spanish colonial architecture of Habana Vieja (the old town) and in the noisy, audacious, pastel-coloured splendour of Havana Centro. On Havana holidays you can enjoy increasingly delicious food served up in paladares (quirky private restaurants); watch brilliant ballet performances and cosy up in tiny, exclusive cigar lounges.

What can you find on Havana holidays that you can't find elsewhere?

Iconic Havana will show you vibrant city life with colourful cars, live music and a rich history. Audacious and contradictory, Cuba's seductive capital city is a microcosm of the nation's turbulent history. From the resplendent Spanish colonial architecture of the Habana Vieja (the Old Town) to the colourful nooks and crannies of Havana Centro, a city of survivors and masterful musicians sways indefatigably to the syncopated beat of the rumba. Bereft of the consumer-driven trappings of other less colourful metropolises, Havana remains characterful, safe, and packed with a plethora of interesting museums.

Surrounded as you are by constant reminders of the Cuban Revolution, it would be remiss not to explore it, and we know the best people to guide you through the complex political manoeuvrings of the era, from the Batista years to the Bay of Pigs and beyond. Away from its brutal history, Havana is certainly a city on the up. If you know where to look (and we certainly do) there are boxing gyms in abandoned cathedrals and one of the best ballets in the Americas performs in the city most nights, not to mention tiny cigar lounges where regime big wigs head to relax.

Who are Havana holidays best for?

Whether you’re ready to soak to the vibrant nightlife of Havana; chill on the beach; or explore the history and culture of the country through its cities and countryside, we can create a tailor-made itinerary that suits families, solo travellers and couples alike.

The best ways to discover Havana

Hiring a car is the best way to see all that Cuba has to offer, as you idle your way through varying landscapes and intro intriguing cities at your own pace, with plenty of adventures and activities planned for you in advance.

Special things to do in Havana

Learn how to dance. Take an evening class and learn some of the basic salsa steps - grab a partner and practice into the wee small hours. Walk in the footsteps of Ernest Hemingway and learn why the famous writer fell in love with this diverse and mysterious country.