cuba private travel

AUTHENTIC, EMPOWERING, & IMMERSIVE JOURNEYS

Small group & customized tours of Cuba

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Cuba's Best | 3 Years in a Row!

We are humbled and grateful to our travel partners and their guests who have voiced their opinion, honoring us with a third World Travel Award  as Cuba’s Leading Tour Operator.

Supporting the Cuban People

Every tour you reserve has a purpose. Inbound Cuba ensures the Cubans who are working hard to make your trip unforgettable receive as many of your tourism dollars as possible. By providing them with a good living wage and removing their dependence on the Cuban government, you help change the lives of countless individuals. This is socially conscious travel.

Is it legal to visit Cuba as an American?

Absolutely. Our dedication to supporting the Cuban people through tourism ensures you can tour legally under the OFAC (Office of Foreign Asset Control) license category “Support for the Cuban People” on both group and private journeys.

Discover your connection to Cuba

Every Inbound Cuba journey is immersive and designed so you feel the culture. The hard part is deciding which tour to do first.

Havana Jazz Fest 2025

The many flavors of cuba, bringing everyone together, colonial gems & cultural capital, uncovering havana & viñales, sizzling havana: exclusively for women, vintage cars & human connections, what's your travel style.

Cuba has something for everyone but it can be hard to decide what to do. Select a category and let us show you journeys and experiences that could be a perfect fit for you.

EXPERIENCES

Spotlight experiences.

There is a LOT to do and see in Cuba. Here are few of our most popular experiences you may consider adding to your next journey.

Stunning Trinidad & Valle de Los Ingenios

The morning mist of topes de collantes, cooking with authentic cuban ingredients, pure rhythm: habana compas dance, the maridaje – rum & cigar pairing, the colossal murals of a cuban artist, cycling through the neighborhoods of havana, the ubiquitous classic car panoramic elevated, 500 years of history – old havana and her people.

Cultural Cuba

Cultural cuba is a full-service destination management company providing custom and private itineraries filled with unique access to enriching off-the-beaten-path interactions and meaningful enjoyable travel., everything we organize adheres to the cultural interaction requirements of support for the cuban people – sanctioned travel. many of these activities are exclusive offerings of cultural cuba..

TRAVEL IN EXPERT HANDS

Immersive flexible custom-curated itineraries

Exclusive Cultural Cuba insider access and experiences

Complete VISA a nd Support for the Cuban People OFAC compliant paperwork services

Worry-free booking and cancellation policies

No One Knows Cuba Like We Do…

Nothing is cookie-cutter about a Cultural Cuba itinerary! We do not like rigid, inflexible programming.

Our trips meet all the legal requirements of Support for the Cuban People travel with custom-tailored activities and flexible pacing. Each individualized itinerary provides behind-the-scenes access and authentic connections unique to Cultural Cuba.

Travelers enjoy immersive and interactive cultural experiences that go far beyond a history lesson or a basic guided tour. We combine travelers’ specific interests and preferred pacing with a humanitarian focus for enriching, meaningful, and fun travel.

The Trusted Travel Expert for Cuba

High-level connections within Cuba’s dynamic cultural scene

Centrally located 5-star luxury hotel and boutique hotel accommodations

100% dedicated Cuba focus with offices in the US and Havana

Cultural Cuba is a trusted partner to luxury travel advisors

The Cultural Cuba guide and driver were amazing! They were so knowledgeable and friendly. They felt like family! We highly recommend visiting Cuba and can’t wait to return.

I spoke with my clients and the word “outstanding” was used several times. It was a wonderful and special trip for all! Cultural Cuba has a great team!

The trip was exceptional. Our guide was the best we have ever had, and we have traveled quite a bit. I could see Cuba in an entirely new light regarding its history, culture, and people. Thank you.

Everything was perfect. Our guide and our driver made us feel so welcome. Our fathers both left Cuba in the 1950s, so being able to see the country was a gift for us.

We had a fabulous time in Havana! We were able to get a tremendous sense of a great country with lots of history and such potential. Now you have set the gold standard for long weekends away!

Everything was top notch. The restaurants were all superb. We left Cuba with a clear mind and a love for the culture, food, and people. We would definitely love to visit again!

Terrific trip! Great experience for people that have traveled all over the world. The hotel was really comfortable and deluxe. We would highly recommend Cultural Cuba. Thanks for a great birthday celebration!

Our five-day trip was completely effortless! The perfect balance of activities and downtime. I can’t even think of anything else I would have wanted to do if we had more time. Go to Cuba with Cultural Cuba!

Thank you for a marvelous trip. ALL aspects of the trip; hotel, meals, guide, driver, and selected itinerary components were perfect. I can summarize by saying we all had an amazing time.

Just got back from Cuba. It was even better than expected. Accommodations were lovely and as portrayed, the guide was incredible, the food was superb and the experiences/tours were all wonderful!

Media Mentions

News & Updates

Cultural Cuba Founder David Lee is honored to be selected as a Condè Nast Top Travel Specialist for the 6th consecutive year

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Cuba travel countdown – book now for trips in October 2020

Hello Cuba Travel is receiving visitors to Cuba beginning October 2020. Our public programs are open for registrations. We welcome requests for private groups to commence in October 2020 and beyond. Cuba is conquering COVID-19, making the island one of the world’s most healthy, safe, and fun destinations.

We help world travelers witness exotic Cuba

Hello Cuba Travel creates private tailor-made journeys for discerning globetrotters. We design personalized Cuba experiences for families, couples, and friends. Our Havana team makes your island dreams come true.

Our expertise is honed over 23 years , arranging Cuba trips for USA visitors, the world’s most demanding travelers. We’re thrilled to share these peerless standards with you.

Private Cuba travel is easy and quick . Explore many options for small private groups, large incentive programs, student study trips, island events tours, and Cuba destination management services.

Private custom Cuba travel

Safe and healthy, yet so much fun. We create private Cuba adventures for clubs and groups of friends, romantic encounters for couples, and intimate family experiences. Want to visit on your own? We help with arrangements so you’ll never feel alone.

Cuban event & festival tours

Cuba, an island of sizzling celebrations and holidays. Plan a Cuba visit around these international gatherings: Jazz Festival, May Day, Book Fair, Carnival, Fire Festival, Film and Dance Fests, Ballet, Cigars, Pride, and more. Travel in a circle of fun-loving folk.

Student study abroad in Cuba

We connect students and educators with Cuban schools and organizations to provide rich academic content on diverse subjects from medicine, life sciences, visual and performing arts, liberal arts, business, film and photography, and sports.

Cuba DMC, MICE & incentive

We arrange meeting, incentive, conference, exhibition, film, and wedding travel. We integrate planning, activities, venues, transport, permissions, accommodations, and payments. We overcome difficulties that make Cuba captivating yet challenging.

Weekend in Havana review

Very interesting. I did a lot of research so it was close to what I expected. Enjoyed the food, coffee, and general sightseeing. No problems with this trip.

Jason Harding Macomb, Michigan

I love the people. They were gracious, kind, and beautiful. I loved talking with the professor and learning about the history of the music. Our guide Geldrys ... read more

Deborah Parker Powell Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Eston Schwartz in Cuba review

People were so friendly and giving. We were walking on the street in Havana and people would come up to talk to us and never ask for anything ... read more

Eston Schwartz Columbia, Missouri

Beautiful place with lots of interesting venues, and people who are friendly and welcoming. I loved that we ventured out of the city center to see places we ... read more

Susan Moguel West Palm Beach, Florida

Moh Rahimi in Cuba review

We really enjoyed our trip to Cuba. people are very nice respectful and friendly, Cuba is very safe, even safer than the US. We walk late at night ... read more

Mohammad Rahimi Brentwood, Tennessee

Wild Cuba adventure review

Very interesting. I now have a better understanding of their history and culture, and can contrast the parts that are better than the US, and parts where the ... read more

Alan Hickox Aberdeen, Maryland

Western Cuba culture review

Without exception, everyone we met in Cuba, both on tour and our own, were warm, welcoming, engaging, and fun to be with: in a word, delightful. My wife ... read more

William West Ventura, California

We loved this trip. Everyone was friendly, the food everywhere we went was excellent, and the accommodations were terrific. Most special: the food, the people, our tour guide ... read more

Beth Neiderman Ventnor, New Jersey

It was a wonderful experience! The people were friendly and the food was delicious! I saw many interesting sites. I would recommend anyone to take this tour.

Karma Stark Mantua, New Jersey

Paul Kellett in Cuba review

The Cuban people are very helpful kind and sincere. Great prices on food and drinks – both were awesome. The experience was very laid back – no rushing from A ... read more

Paul Kellett Gadsden, Alabama

Cuba's hidden gems review

The trip was wonderful. The people were so friendly. I loved the antique cars. I would have liked more night spots!

Johnny Moore Birmingham, Alabama

Havana extravaganza review

Cuba is a wonderful place to visit but still needs investment to develop its tourist base. People are very nice, polite and helpful. People who work in the ... read more

Agata Woldan-Lopez Woodside, New York

Cuba discovery review

The people were so friendly and helpful. I loved all of the gardens and architecture.

Paula Rosenbaum Pontiac, Illinois

The people are so friendly, hard-working, interesting, and welcoming. Cuba is a mix of old and new, a beautiful place and so much history! Liked learning about the ... read more

Cynthia Rung Il, Illinois

People are friendly. Our designated stops were rich in history. Our tour guide Norberto was very knowledgeable and personable. Tour met my expectations.

Linda Kisberg-Katz Frisco, Texas

Cuba is fascinating, intriguing, alluring, spectacular, beautiful, mysterious and complicated all wrapped up together. The people of Cuba were so warm and welcoming. The architecture and American cars ... read more

John Mason Frisco, Colorado

Old Havana and the sea review

The Cuban people are hard-working and kind. It is a country with a very rich history. I loved our tour guide Otto Sanchez. He was excellent and able ... read more

Ruth Anne McGinley Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania

I had a very positive reaction to the people despite their many limitations. We enjoy the intimate relationship with our guide and driver. The interaction was beyond my ... read more

Marcia Hajduk Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Cuba is an exciting country with a rich and colorful history. I really enjoyed learning about the intricate culture and history. The Cuban people are friendly, helpful and ... read more

Kirsten Jensen Vienna, Virginia

Rene Houghland in Cuba review

I can't get Cuba out of my mind. Gretel was the perfect hostess and guide. We learned more than I ever imagined. Can't wait to go back! I ... read more

Rene Houghland Nashville, Tennessee

Wonderful, warm people! I'll remember our walking tour of Old Havana and our guide Rachel forever.

David Prensky Yardley, Pennsylvania

Sharon Macias in Havana review

I was very impressed with the people, the culture, and the spirit of the people. I can see how they struggle for things we take for granted, wi-fi, ... read more

Sharon Macias Palm Desert, California

I was very surprised by the level of satisfaction the Cuban people have for the government and their situation which was contrary to what I supposed. Everyone was ... read more

Danielle Breaud New Orleans, Louisiana

Rachel Mullen in Cuba review

We loved every minute of our time in Cuba. Rachel, our tour guide, was absolutely perfect. She answered all of my pestering questions and was spot-on with ... read more

Daniel Mullen Nashville, Tennessee

Dream. Explore. Discover. Cuba with Angela Rose review

I loved Cuba, its people, and its culture. A gorgeous island with friendly people and great food! I enjoyed speaking with a Cuban real estate agent, and the ... read more

Angela Rose Atlanta, Georgia

Cuba is beautiful and its people are friendly and helpful. It’s nice to be someplace that hasn’t been overrun by commercial tourism (yet). I learned so ... read more

Stella Gevarguize Yonkers, New York

I was worried before travel that Cuba amenities would be sub-par. Instead, the hotel, restaurants, pool, and so on were all of an excellent standard. I loved Cuba! ... read more

June McCarthy Roswell, Georgia

Manuel Rivero in Cuba review

Cuba is a beautiful country. Its natural beauty is varied and often breathtaking. The music, art, and architecture are as beautiful and diverse as its natural gifts. We ... read more

Jennifer Vasile Forest Hills, New York

Growing up in America and the story of the Cuban Missile Crisis and Fidel Castro and flying over Cuba to Grand Cayman Island, I remember looking out the ... read more

Pete Mannion New York, New York

Visiting Cuba was everything I hoped for and more. The people are warm, the country is splendid, and the culture full of vibrancy and pulsating energy. Our tour ... read more

Kimberlee Sherbrooke Baltimore, Maryland

I love Cuba and was so happy to return for a second trip. I took my sixteen-year-old grandson, and he had a wonderful time as well. The people ... read more

Marjorie Forman New York, New York

My wife detailed our impressions here: https://beckygiovagnoni.wordpress.com/2019/08/13/heres-to-ten-years/Our guide Atila was the best. We had no problems whatsoever.

Christopher Giovagnoni Colorado Springs, Colorado

I plan to return. I enjoyed the tour thoroughly. The Cuban people are ultra-friendly. Every scheduled activity was exciting. Our guide Atila was nice and knowledgeable.

Roy Fox Memphis, Tennessee

Jet Royal Group in Cuba review

Not my first visit to Cuba as I was the group leader. Every time the people and culture are AWESOME! We received ongoing professional service from our tour ... read more

Dolores Roxan Collins Upper Marlboro, Maryland

I loved it so much! No complications. Agenda perfect.

Jeffrey Allen Smith Sammamish, Washington

Christal Badour in Cuba review

We loved our trip to Cuba! Everything was very well-organized, our guide and driver were fantastic. All of the people we met were extremely friendly and we loved ... read more

Christal Badour Hirsch Lexington, Kentucky

Cuba is beautiful. The locals are warm and welcoming. So much history and so many traditions were shared with us during this trip. The tour was packed with ... read more

Ana Theresa Barr Chula Vista, California

Marvin Murry in Cuba review

The people are very intimate with their music. It seems everywhere we went we saw singers, dancers, musicians or all three. We loved the diversity of the people ... read more

Marvin Murry Dallas, Texas

Illinois Legislators & Friends review

It was a very nice trip, lots to do, learned a lot about the culture and the people. The cooking and mojito lessons were tops. The city tour ... read more

Rita Mayfield Waukegan, Illinois

Lets Go to Cuba review

Caring, imaginative, loving people and nation. Definitely struggling, but strongly bonded as a community. Enjoyed the Muraleandro community project visit, suggested by our guide, Laura. She helped us ... read more

Alejandra Beatty Arvada, Colorado

I was surprised at the resilience and resourcefulness of the Cuban people, who have been cut off from purchasing from the U.S. and its allies. The people ... read more

Sandra Buckhoy Broadview, Illinois

This was one of the most memorable cultural and educational exchanges I've experienced during my adult life. Our travel to Cuba was an unforgettable educational experience. We had ... read more

Paul Williams Chicago, Illinois

I found the experience quite enlightening. I enjoyed learning about Cuban culture and people. I have a greater appreciation and respect for Cuba as a result of our ... read more

Great people, great history and wonderful learning experience. Loved each of the scheduled activities, and our very knowledgeable tour guides, as well as the visit with Professor Núñ... read more

Ruth McCoy Missouri City, Texas

Havana, Cuba was amazing. The people were all so friendly, the food was amazing, and I really enjoyed the music and dancing. Mojitos, mojitos, mojitos – I love them, ... read more

Katherine Phillips New York, New York

Matadial Manjushree in Havana review

Cuba was a phenomenal visit. Out tour guide was excellent and very knowledgeable about Cuba and the world. Pavel truly made our trip very enjoyable. I wish I ... read more

Manjushree Matadial West Orange, New Jersey

We enjoyed getting to know the Cuban people and the culture. We were sad that so many beautiful buildings are crumbling and in disrepair. We loved our trip ... read more

Cheryl Cagle Marietta, Georgia

After four days in Havana, I found the city to be beautiful and historically significant. All the Cubans with whom I came in contact were kind and generous. ... read more

Lauren Fischel Fairfield, Connecticut

Very nice people. Our Cuban tour guide Claudia was excellent, friendly and professional. The tour was without problems.

John Alderman, Iii Charleston, West Virginia

Cubans are resilient, beautiful, friendly. Loved the variety; getting to see and meet some locals, the different restaurants for the flavors of Cuba; the comfortable hotel; and ... read more

Bandele Adeyemi-Znidarcic Mamaroneck, New York

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Luxury Travel to Cuba

Latin America's curious and captivating island

Cuba has been somewhat of an enigma for over 50 years and despite there being less than 400km between Havana and Miami, it has always felt like a distant land. The country’s turbulent past has earnt it a place in history books the world over and it is with an innate sense of curiosity that travellers come to this Caribbean island.

A trip to Cuba is one that will ignite the senses. From the faded grandeur of Havana and the colourful colonial city of Trinidad , to the patchwork of tobacco fields in Vinales and the powder-white sands of the Caribbean coast, it is a country that seems to have it all. Couple this with a population whose love for music and for life itself is contagious, and you’ve got an island nation unlike anywhere else.

Words like revolution and embargo have come to dominate conversations about this Caribbean island, and there are constant reminders of the impact both these historic events have had. Walking through the streets of its cities and villages can feel like stepping back in time: there are no billboards advertising the latest fizzy drink, a lack of internet connection means smartphones are few and far between, buildings in the cities are in dire need of restoration, and in the countryside oxen plough the fields and horse drawn carts are still the favoured mode of transport.

Whilst all of this makes Cuba one of the world’s most fascinating destinations, it is also a country with its eyes looking firmly to the future. Recent developments in its relationship with America and the explosion of privately-run restaurants and casa particulares demonstrate a desire for change. However, there is a strong sense that Cuba must not lose its spirit that makes it so undeniably special.

Our top Cuba example trips

Design and planning of the trip was well prepared and monitored. Local guides were well equipped and well presented. Variety of dinning experiences and different kinds of food added to the taste of the trip. It was an excellent service. If the price could be lowered a bit, it would be super.

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Need to Know

• is the local time
• Cuban Peso is the local currency
• Havana is the capital city
• Ropa vieja is Cuba's national dish

Cuba has a tropical climate and you can expect warmth and sunshine for most of the year. The dry season runs from November to mid-April and is widely considered the best time to go. May to October is the wet season, characterised by short, sharp showers and high humidity.

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Exclusively Cuba

Since 1990 and throughout our 32 years of curating luxury travel to cuba, exclusively cuba has cultivated a remarkable capability to deliver once-in-a-lifetime authentic content, catering to the adventurous. our team in cuba is constantly sourcing new, truly unique experiences that showcase the heart, the warmth, and the magic of cuba. we deliver it to you in a seamless and unforgettable journey., call one of our cuba travel consultants today 1-844-one-cuba, private travel, not bus tours.

Authentic Experiences

What our guests are saying

“ There is nobody more experienced in private travel to Cuba than Eric Norber and the amazing team at Exclusively Cuba. My many trips to Cuba have been life changing! ”

“ Exclusively Cuba has more experience, never lets us down, and is simply the best at organizing and delivering the most incredible private travel experiences in Cuba. Our clients can’t stop raving. ”

“ From the privately catered dinner parties to the luxurious villa that we rented, every detail was anticipated and executed with perfection. Don’t even consider visiting Cuba without their help! ”

Full-time staff in the US and Cuba!

There is NO SUBSTITUTE for LOCAL EXPERTISE in Cuba! Exclusively Cuba is the only U.S. travel agency with a full-time staff in both the U.S. and in Cuba! Exclusively Cuba's team will ensure that your visit to Cuba is more than just a trip, it will truly be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. In Cuba, you simply can't book experiences online. Cuba is old-school, and relationships matter. Exclusively Cuba has been building relationships and creating life-changing experiences since 1990. Our Itinerary Planners and Concierge team are looking forward to creating your experience.

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EXPERIENCES

Cuba VIP Travel is dedicated to creating your own unforgettable Cuban experience, providing personalized attention to ensure that all your needs are met. Whether you're looking to organize an affinity group, travel with friends, or embark on a multigenerational family trip, or a weekend getaway, our VIP experience is designed with your preferences in mind. Our offerings encompass custom-made tours, private excursions, access to the best places, and unforgettable experiences. From the very inception of your journey until your safe return home, we handle every detail to make Cuba travel both legal and easy while accommodating your budget.

PRIVATE TRAVEL

Embark on a private travel experience to Cuba that goes beyond the surface, embracing the rich culture and supporting the locals. Let us create a tailor-made journey that exceeds your expectations, providing seamless logistics, insider knowledge, and personalized attention every step of the way. Your adventure awaits, so join us in uncovering the hidden gems and embracing the vibrant spirit of Cuba.

GROUP TRAVEL

At Cuba Vip Travel we are passionate about creating unforgettable group travel experiences to the captivating destination of Cuba. With our expertise in Cuban travel, we have the knowledge, connections, and dedication to turn your group's dream trip into a remarkable reality.

Our website is your gateway to a wide range of lodging options in captivating Cuba. Whether you seek the intimacy of private houses and villas or the convenience of hotels, we have the perfect accommodations to suit your preferences and enhance your Cuban experience.

YACHT AND LUXURY

Your VIP Luxury Cuba journey is our top priority, and we take care of all the details, leaving you free to relax and enjoy every moment. Trust us to curate an experience that surpasses your expectations, with meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to excellence.

At our travel agency, we specialize in creating unforgettable sports travel experiences to Cuba. Whether you're a baseball enthusiast, an avid scuba diver, or a passionate runner, we have something extraordinary to offer. Immerse yourself in the thrilling world of Cuban baseball as you witness the passion and talent of local teams. Dive into the crystal-clear waters of Cuba and explore vibrant coral reefs teeming with marine life during exhilarating scuba-diving adventures. And for those seeking a challenge, join the exhilarating Havana Marathon and run through the enchanting streets of the capital city, surrounded by a mix of historic landmarks and lively Cuban spirit. Discover the perfect blend of sports, adventure, and cultural exploration in Cuba with our tailored sports travel packages.

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FEATURED EXPERIENCES

Below are our most popular packages designed for friends or families these itineraries include lodging, transportation, and knowledgeable local English speaking guides. Your itineraries are totally customizable our travel advisors will work with you to craft your personal Cuban experience.

HAVANA VIÑALES

Explore Havana and the beautiful nature of Vinales Valley

BEST OF HAVANA

Get to know Havana the 5-day trip can be customized to experience Havana your way..

WEEKEND IN HAVANA

Get to know Havana on this 4-day trip. The best of Havana in a weekend

HAVANA CIENFUEGOS TRINIDAD

Explore the beautiful cities of Havana Cienfuegos and Trinidad.

HAVANA VARADERO

Havana with a visit to the most beautiful beach in Cuba Varadero.

CULINARY EXPERIENCE

Learn about Cuban cuisine from street food to fine dining and famous cuban cockttails.

Experience Cuba

Testimonials.

Our two week trip was a great experience. The staff was impeccable with every aspect of the journey, from arrival in Miami for the charter flight to the amazing restaurants, walking tours and music excursions. To coordinate over 150 travelers for a premium tour would have been impossible without their wealth of knowledge and attention to detail. For myself, the band, and many of our guests, the trip was one of the best experiences of our lives!

—  Director of Development,  Preservation Hall Foundation, New Orleans.

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Cuba travel experts.

ABTA protected, we have 20+ years organising tours in Cuba. Experts in OFAC compliant tours for US travellers Travel to Cuba with peace of mind when you book one of our OFAC compliant tours

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We champion responsible travel which protects Cuba’s rich biodiversity and sustains local community

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• Duration 15 days
• Activity level Moderate

Cubania Classic Cycle

A two week cycling holiday discovering the culture, natural beauty and Revolutionary history of Western and Central Cuba.

Private group departures available from…

• Duration 5 Days
• Activity level Leisurely

Cuba Insight

Discover Cuba’s historic and vibrant capital, Havana and the dramatic natural beauty of Western Cuba.

• Duration 8 days

Cuban Active Adventure

Cuba from a different perspective – cycling,  snorkelling, trekking and kayaking!

Private group departures available from £1499/pp.

• Duration 4 Days

Experience Havana

Experience Havana, Cuba’s beautiful capital city that is brimming with fascinating history and vibrant culture.

• Duration 6 Days

A cycling holiday through Cuban countryside visiting the tobacco fields of Viñales Valley and a pristine Caribbean beach. OFAC compliant!

Private group from £1199 pp.

• Activity level Challenging

Western Skyline Ride

A week long cycling holiday through western Cuban countryside visiting Las Terrazas and the tobacco fields of Viñales via the spectacular Skyline Trail.

Cuba Completa

A two-week cultural holiday visiting five of the nine  UNESCO World Heritage Sites and discovering  Cuba’s revolutionary history and vibrant culture

• Duration 7 Days

Cuba’s changing – come and meet Cuba’s new entrepreneurs  and dive into their creative buzz.

Private departure dates available.

• Duration 8 Days

Salsa Cubana

A week long holiday discovering Cuba’s vibrant history and culture through the highlights of the West and Central Cuba.

• Duration 12 Days

Road Cycling Western & Central Cuba

Spectacular cycling on our new road cyclists tour of Cuba.

Private group departures available from £ 2059 pp (min. 4 pax)

• Duration 12 days

Cuba Bikepacking

12-day independent cycling holiday riding through Western Cuba’s stunning tobacco country and ending on a perfect Caribbean beach.

*Custom departure dates available from £1062 per…

Kayaking in Cuba

Get a fresh perspective and see Cuba from the water.

Private group departures available from £1835 pp ( Minimum 4 participants )

• Duration 12 DAYS

Run And Cycle In Cuba

Run in the Havana marathon and then explore the highlights of Cuba on a wonderful cycling adventure.

Take the pulse of Cuba through its progressive LGBTQI Scene.

• Duration 5 days

Havana Marathon

Come and run the marathon in Cuba’s picturesque and vibrant capital, Havana!

Private groups available from £699/pp.

• Duration 3-4 hours

Havana Cycling Tour

Organised bike tours in Cuba’s vibrant & colourful capital city.  Join Cuba’s leading cycling specialists on an exciting and insightful two-wheel exploration of…

Western Cuba Trek

An 8 day medium to high intensity trekking holiday through Western Cuba’s stunning tobacco growing region and protected national parks

Family Active Adventure

An 8-day family holiday adventure exploring the best of Cuban culture and nature.

Central Cuba Bike Ride

A gentle week long cycling trip taking in the best of Cuba’s architecture, history and natural beauty.

Cuban Discovery

A week long adventure to experience vibrant Havana, discover dramatic Viñales and explore colonial Trinidad.

Family Beach and Culture

A two-week holiday for the whole family to enjoy Cuba’s colonial history and natural beauty.

Central Cuba Trek

An easy to medium intensity trekking holiday through the stunning natural parks of the Zapata Peninsula, Topes de Collante and the…

Western & Central Cuba Trek

Two weeks of medium to high intensity trekking through the spectacular natural landscapes and cultural highlights of  Western and Central Cuba.

• Duration 15 Days

Road Cycling Cuba “Vuelta de Cuba”

Cycle the highlights of Cuba’s classic road cycling race, the Vuelta de Cuba.

Private group departures available from £2462 pp (min. 4 pax)

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Need help planning your Cuba holiday? Get in touch with our friendly, international team of Cuba experts. Whether you are looking to join a group tour, create your own private group adventure or go bespoke, our sustainable holidays are packed with authentic experiences, flexible to suit your needs!

Your Cuba Travel Experts

With over 20 years of experience organising holiday tours in Cuba, we are the leading cycling and active travel experts in Cuba, offering sustainable travel experiences that bring you closer to authentic, local life.

Whether you are after Cuba cycling holidays, action-packed outdoor holidays, learning all about Cuba’s rich history and cultural highlights or getting involved in the up-and-coming, cool New Cuba – we’ll steer you clear of the mainstream so you can enjoy Cuba, the Cuban way!

Join a small group, create your own private group or go bespoke, you’ll travel safely with an international team of travel professionals, with English-speaking tour guides and 24hrs support during your holiday.

What our clients say

DON’T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT

The staff at Cubania were very efficient and very professional throughout. Excellent time keeping and very quick to respond to any queries - we would recommend them.

Fantastic knowledge of country, excellent communication, superb organisation/recommendations and brilliant guides/staff. Probably one of our best holidays and certainly the most interesting.

We booked our first bike tour to Cuba through Cubania Travel and have nothing but good to say about their service. The booking process was smooth and everything promised to us was delivered.

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Our personalized arrival services begin as soon as you step off the plane in Havana. You’ll be met and escorted through immigration to beat the sometimes lengthy lines. Enjoy a soft drink or Cuba Libre while you wait for your luggage. Once through Customs in Cuba, your driver will be waiting for you in a vintage American car. As you make your way into the heart of Havana, you’ll get to know your Cuban guide, an engaging professional who will enrich your stay with their wealth of experience. Our guides are chosen for their excellent English and unique educational backgrounds including architecture, history, literature and the arts. Arriving in the heart of town, you’ll check in to your choice of hotel. Situated in the upscale Vedado district, where classic, mid-century Havana chic has been seemingly frozen in time, La Reserva is a charming boutique hotel with stylish guestrooms set in a handsome, splendidly restored villa. Or you can opt for a deluxe property like the Iberostar Parque Central ; with its elegant style and city-center location, it too is the perfect base for exploring this World Heritage City. Both the tropical garden at  La Reserva and Parque Central 's sky-lit lobby offer an inviting place to sit down with our Cuban Concierge and put the finishing touches on your itinerary – including what you might do this evening! For your first night in Cuba, we recommend you sample both a new comer and an old favorite. Starting with drinks at O’Reilly 304 , this new see-and-be-seen tapas bar is popular with residents and in-the-know expats for its fine cocktails and fish tacos. Then you might hop aboard a 3-wheeled Bici Taxi for the 15-minute ride through the lively streets of Central Havana to La Guarida . Opened in 1996 by Enrique and Odeisys Nuñez, this pioneering privately-owned paladar is still a Havana legend, famed for its Bohemian chic décor and innovative preparation of traditional Cuban dishes. After dinner, a vintage automobile will take you back to your hotel.

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This morning, you might choose to visit the historic cigar factory where world-famous Montecristo and Cohiba cigars are made using the finest tobacco - grown and dried in the western provinces of Cuba. Even if you’re not a cigar smoker, it’s fascinating to watch as they’re deftly hand-rolled, trimmed, banded and boxed with techniques that have changed little over the generations. A guided walking tour through Old Havana would also be good for your first day in Cuba; enriched by the keen insights, honest views and unique knowledge of your guide, you’ll be immersed in the rhythms of city life as you learn about its Baroque and Neoclassical monuments. Stroll along the centuries-old cobblestone streets of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, mingling with local residents as you make your way through the city’s four principle town squares - from the charming Plaza de San Francisco and impressive Plaza de la Catedral to Plaza Vieja and the lively vendor-filled Plaza de Armas near the waterfront. In the afternoon, why not visit Finca Vigia ? Built in 1886, Ernest Hemingway purchased this hilltop residence in 1940 and lived here for nearly 20 years. It was here that Hemingway wrote two of his most famous works – For Whom the Bell Tolls and The Old Man and the Sea. Peering through its large open windows, you’ll see hundreds of the author’s personal belongings almost exactly as he left them when he departed Cuba for the last time in 1960. Then continue to Cojimar, the picturesque fishing village that inspired The Old Man and the Sea . A great place to cap off your private sightseeing would be at El Morro. Dating back to 1589, this impressive seafront fortress offers some of the most spectacular views of Havana! You’ll have time to refresh at your hotel before heading out to sample more of Cuba’s cuisine and nightlife. Chauffeured transportation in a vintage convertible is again included – but the evening is yours to dine where you like. One place to consider is Tierra , one of the city’s newest restaurants. It’s located inside La Fabrica del Arte Cubano, so after dinner you might explore this contemporary cultural center. Set inside an old factory and now filled with multiple galleries and performance spaces, it’s a trend-setting place where you can experience the cutting edge of Cuba’s vibrant cultural scene – from photography and painting to cinema and performance art.  Meals B

Cuisine + Culture of Cuba

For this morning, we could arrange for you to join a Cuban chef in one of Havana’s colorful markets. While this specially arranged experience would be designed to immerse you in the city’s daily life and Cuba’s culinary ways, it’s also a chance to learn about the island’s dual-currency system firsthand. Take in the variety of locally-sourced organic produce for sale, help to select some items, and then head over to a private home for a hands-on cooking lesson. Depending on the day’s market offerings and your purchases, you’d learn recipes and techniques for preparing favorite Cuban dishes – like grilled seafood or chicken accompanied by black beans and rice or other side dishes featuring plantain, potato or cassava. Over lunch, congenial conversation with your host and chef might range across a variety of topics like the roots of Cuban cooking and modern culinary influences from around the world. This afternoon, why not focus on the arts? We have close personal relationships within the local arts and design communities, so we could arrange two gallery visits geared to your personal interests – from painting and sculpture to photography and printmaking. And whether it’s the gallery of an established artist or the studio of a young up-and-comer, the opportunity for casual conversation promises a deep genuine look into the Cuban art scene. Next, you might enjoy a private tour of the National Museum of Fine Arts (Museo Nacional de Bellas Artes), highly regarded for its collection of Cuban art from the Colonial era to the 21st century. Or if you prefer, you could spend time at the Instituto Superior de Arte, first established in 1961 and still the leading art academy in Cuba. Now situated in an architecturally unique complex of domed brick buildings, you’ll have a chance to meet the talented students and see some of their work. This evening, your chauffeured vintage automobile will take you to the restaurant of your choice. Tonight we recommend reservations at Doña Eutimia ; with roots dating back to the early 1970’s, this culinary and cultural landmark is well known for its fine preparation and presentation of traditional Cuban cuisine. After dinner, you might enjoy a couple drinks at the Sociedad Cultural Rosalia de Castro . Here in a charming 18th-century building in Old Havana, the club’s house band will entertain you with music inspired by Cuba’s renowned Buena Vista Social Club. Meals B+L

Architecture + Dance of Cuba

After breakfast, your guide can take you on an architectural tour beyond the landmarks of Old Havana.  Venture farther afield to learn about Cuba’s wealth of architectural diversity - from American-inspired mid-century modernism to the striking Constructivist style of the Russian Embassy. This afternoon, you might join one of the city’s leading dance professionals - a key figure in preserving the legacy of Yoruba Andabo , the legendary Rumba troupe of musicians, percussionists and dancers. Equal parts history lesson and dance class, this intimate experience would be a highlight of your Cuba adventure! Before returning to your hotel, you could spend time along Callejón de Hamel. Adorned with brightly colored murals, this narrow alley in Central Havana has emerged as a thriving social-community project devoted to Afro-Cuban music and dance – including Rumba. Beyond the street theater, the neighborhood is home to shops and cafes and you might cap off your stay with that most refreshing of Cuban cocktails – El Negron . For your final dinner in Cuba, we suggest reservations at La Esperanza . Opened in 1995, this Havana legend is a chance to experience pre-revolutionary Cuba. With classic Cuban music adding to the ambience, you’ll savor farm-fresh cuisine in an intimate setting that’s been authentically furnished and decorated like a 1950’s Havana home. The experience is simply magical and getting there and back in your chauffeured vintage car just adds to the fun! If you’re not too tired, you might take in the show at the Tropicana, the legendary cabaret that first opened its doors in 1931. Although it has become extremely popular with tourists, the show still features the extravagant costumes and choreography that have mesmerized club-goers from Nat King Cole to Jack Nicholson. Regardless of the dining and entertainment options you pursue this evening, we include chauffeured transportation in a vintage American car.  Meals B

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Why not stop by Almacenes San Jose , the city’s largest open-air crafts market, on your way to the airport for your homeward flight.  Meals B Our Custom People-to-People Cuba Journeys are all individually programmed and in compliance with U.S. Government regulations. Many of the places we visit and the cultural experiences we provide are not in standard touristic venues and are not always available. Thus, your final itinerary prior to departure will detail each day’s full program.

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U.S. announces changes to give private sector, small businesses in Cuba more financial support

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Treasury Department on Tuesday announced regulatory changes to allow more American financial support for Cuba’s nascent private sector and bolster access to U.S. internet-based services, limited but timely measures that officials said would help give the island’s budding small businesses a leg up.

The United States said it would permit small entrepreneurs on the Communist-run island to open and access U.S. bank accounts from Cuba for the first time in decades, following prohibitions put in place shortly after Fidel Castro’s 1959 revolution.

The measures would also allow Cuban entrepreneurs to use U.S.-based social media platforms, online payment sites, video conferencing and authentication services, previously unavailable to the sector and a major hurdle currently facing small businesses on the island.

The moves aim to fulfill the Biden administration’s long-delayed pledge to help Cuba’s budding entrepreneurs, giving its small but fast-growing private sector deference despite the Cold War-era U.S. embargo that has for decades complicated financial transactions by the Cuban government.

“Today we’re taking an important step to support the expansion of free enterprise and the expansion of the entrepreneurial business sector in Cuba,” a senior U.S. official told reporters on Tuesday.

The Cuban government did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the policy changes.

In crafting the measures, U.S. officials, who briefed reporters on condition of anonymity, signaled they had sought to balance the goal of bolstering the private sector with a desire to avoid benefit to Cuban authorities.

President Joe Biden  took office in January 2021 with hopes high in Cuba for a reversal of a harsh Trump-era approach, but Cuba’s crackdown on protests during the summer of that year prompted the administration to keep pressure on Havana.

The new measures would exclude Cuban officials, military officers and other government “insiders,” with the aim of minimizing resources available from the benefits to the Cuban government, the officials said.

Republican U.S. Representative Maria Elvira Salazar, a Cuban American lawmaker from South Florida, quickly criticized the Democratic administration’s announcement.

“The Biden Admin is now giving the ‘Cuban private sector’ access to the U.S. financial system,” she said in a post on X. “This would make a mockery of American law, considering no progress has been made toward freedom on the Island and repression has intensified.”

Cuba has long blamed the embargo — a tangled web of U.S. laws and regulations that complicates financial transactions by the Cuban government — for decades of economic crisis that have left it with little choice recently but to open its economy to small private business.

Such businesses — for decades taboo in Communist-run Cuba — are now booming on the island.

New Cuban laws put in place in 2021 have seen the establishment of upwards of 11,000 small businesses as of May, the government has said, ranging from corner grocers to plumbing, transportation and construction businesses.

Those businesses employ upwards of 15% of Cuban workers and accounted for around 14% of gross domestic product, according to economy ministry statistics from late 2023.

The regulations announced on Tuesday also authorize U.S. banks to once again process so-called “U-Turn” fund transfers, allowing them to move money for Cuban nationals — including payments and remittances — so long as senders and recipients are not subject to U.S. law.

Such measures are a step in the right direction, said John Kavulich, president of the U.S.-Cuba Trade and Economic Council, but he noted a “glaring omission” in the policy: Cuban businesses are still handicapped by a requirement that they use banks in third countries to move their money.

“As long as financing, investment, and payments need to be routed through third countries, the Biden-Harris Administration will be constraining precisely the activity it professes to support,” Kavulich said in an email.

There was no sign that Tuesday’s announcement could foreshadow a more significant easing of U.S. sanctions and other restrictions on Cuba, beyond the modest steps that Biden has already taken since he became president.

Some analysts have attributed Biden’s cautious handling of Cuba issues to his concern that a softened approach to Havana could hurt him politically among strongly anti-communist Cuban American voters in Florida, a key swing state that he lost to Trump in the 2020 election.

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In a first, Cuba’s private business owners will be able to use US banks, Treasury says

The Biden administration will finally allow Cuban independent entrepreneurs to open bank accounts in the United States remotely from the island, among other measures to support the private sector in Cuba that were halted for months due to objections from Congress.

Senior administration officials told reporters on Tuesday that the Treasury Department crafted new regulations to modify the decadesold embargo on the island. The new regulations will allow private business owners in Cuba to open U.S. bank accounts and conduct authorized transactions, “including through online payment platforms,” removing a significant hurdle for the private enterprises.

The embargo imposed on Cuba in the 1960s cut the island off from the U.S. banking system. Currently, Cubans visiting the U.S. can open a bank account here, but they cannot access their money once they return to the island. The embargo restrictions were initially aimed at the Cuban government, but they are now limiting private entrepreneurs, who must come up with creative and expensive ways to pay for imports from abroad.

A senior administration official said that it was “essential” for the Biden administration to make sure the private sector continues to expand on the island.

Other new measures announced Tuesday include authorizing U.S. companies to provide internet services such as videoconferencing, e-learning, automated translation, IT managing services and cloud-based services to the private business owners.

The changes would make it possible, for example, for Cuban software developers to have their apps available for download on the Apple or Google app stores.

The Treasury Department will also reverse a Trump-era measure prohibiting U.S. banks from processing transactions involving Cuba and banks in third countries, known in the banking industry as “U-turn transactions.” That will particularly benefit companies like Western Union, which sends remittances in dollars to Cuba.

Treasury will update its definition of what constitutes an “independent private sector entrepreneur” to include owners of the Cuban enterprises so that they can benefit from the new policy initiatives.

The new regulations will also include restrictions on U.S. companies doing business or providing services to entities owned by the Cuban government or the military. One administration official said Tuesday that any private Cuban company whose owners include someone on Treasury’s list of “prohibited officials of the government of Cuba” will not be able to benefit from the new rules. That list includes top Cuban officials, among them members of the Council of Ministers; Council of State; the National Assembly; the Supreme Court; members of the military and the Ministry of Interior, and senior officials in all ministries. It also includes lower-level officials in the provincial assemblies, the Committees for the Defense of the Revolution, the leaders of the government-controlled unions and editors in state media.

The Cuban private sector has rapidly expanded since it was first allowed in 2021, and there are now more than 10,000 small and medium enterprises, employing a third of all Cuban workers. Because the government is almost bankrupt amid a severe economic crisis, the private sector has taken roles previously unthinkable in a communist island that once banned all private property. These enterprises, known by their acronym mipymes in Spanish, have become major importers of food and other necessities in the midst of the widespread scarcity. They have become significant suppliers of the flour that state-owned bakeries need to produce bread for the public.

The Treasury policy package was ready to go in September, Biden administration sources told the Miami Herald at the time, describing in detail what was expected to be announced. But the new regulations were caught up in bitter congressional fights about the federal budget and faced the staunch opposition of Miami Republican Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart, who chairs a subcommittee overseeing the State Department budget.

Díaz-Balart and other Cuban American members of Congress have voiced concerns that because the private sector is under government control, there is no legitimate free enterprise on the island. They also argue that all private enterprises are owned or controlled by people with ties with the government and the ruling elite.

While independent journalists and activists have found a few enterprises owned by relatives of government officials, several business owners who spoke to the Herald have denied having ties with government officials and rejected that characterization.

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