Cuba 6 Day Itinerary

Cuba 6-Day Travel Itinerary

Day 1: Havana

  • Arrival at José Martí International Airport, Havana.
  • Check-in at a Casa Particular (private home-stay).
  • Explore Old Havana (Habana Vieja), visit Plaza de la Catedral, Plaza Vieja, and the iconic Capitol Building.
  • Enjoy a traditional Cuban meal at a local paladar (private restaurant).
  • Evening stroll along the Malecón.

Things to Know:

  • Cash is king in Cuba! Bring CUC (Cuban Convertible Peso) as USD can incur extra fees.
  • Wi-Fi is limited, consider purchasing a Nauta Hogar card for internet access at hotels or Wi-Fi spots.
  • Cuban time is casual, so expect things to run later than scheduled.

Day 2: Havana

  • Visit the Museum of the Revolution and the John Lennon Park.
  • Ride a classic car across the city.
  • Salsa dance lessons in a local club.
  • Explore the colorful neighborhood of Fusterlandia.

Day 3: Viñales

  • Travel to Viñales (approx. 3 hours by Viazul bus or hire a taxi).
  • Tour the Valley of Viñales, visit Mural de la Prehistoria and Los Jazmines lookout point.
  • Horseback ride through tobacco farms.
  • Stay overnight in a rural guesthouse.

Day 4: Cienfuegos

  • Travel to Cienfuegos (approx. 2 hours by bus or taxi).
  • Visit Paseo del Prado, Palacio de Valle and the Botanical Garden.
  • Enjoy seafood at a local restaurant in Punta Gorda.
  • Overnight stay in Cienfuegos.

Day 5: Trinidad

  • Travel to Trinidad (approx. 2 hours by bus or taxi).
  • Explore the historic center of Trinidad, visit Museo Romantico and Plaza Mayor.
  • Dance Salsa at Casa de la Música.
  • Overnight stay in Trinidad.

Day 6: Santa Clara

  • Travel to Santa Clara (approx. 1.5 hours by bus or taxi).
  • Visit Che Guevara’s Mausoleum and the Armored Train Park.
  • Depart from Santa Clara’s Antonio Maceo International Airport for your return journey.

Transportation:

  • Viazul is the primary state-owned bus company offering long-distance travel. Taxis are also available but can be expensive.

Visa Requirements:

  • Tourist cards (Tourist Visa - Tarjeta Turística) are required for U.S. citizens and most other nationalities to enter Cuba as a tourist. Check the Cuban embassy website or your travel agent for visa requirements for your specific nationality.