Your tour begins in Cuba's former capital, Santiago de Cuba, where we'll lodge in a beach resort in Baconao Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. We'll continue to El Yarey, a lodge perched on a hill. Visit Bayamo city in Granma province before discovering the beautiful eco-lodge, El Salton, in the Sierra Maestra mountains where a natural waterfall and pool serves as the hotel swimming pool! A fantastic interpreted mountain hike is a "not to miss" experience. The adventurers in the group can take our "El Salton Challenge", crossing the mountains to the Caribbean before returning to Santiago's most historic hotel, Casagranda, in the heart of the city.
- Day 1
- Arrival at Santiago airport and group airport transfer to Baconao Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve (1 hour). We'll be staying at the Bucanero Resort on the Caribbean. Dinner at the property.
DB
- Day 2
- Breakfast at the hotel, then ride through the park visiting a local artist community. Picnic lunch at the lake before returning to the hotel. This afternoon we'll make use of the Bucanero Hotel's seaside location while swimming in the ocean or pool. Dinner at the Bucanero.
BB, LB, DB (35 km / 31.7 mi)
- Day 3
- After an early breakfast we'll take the van to Palma Soriano. Cycle through small villages to your hotel for lunch perched atop a 4 km (2.5 mi) climb. Free afternoon to contemplate the panoramic view while sipping a "cerveza" (health water) at the pool. Dinner at the hotel.
BB, LB, DB (40 km / 24.9 mi)
- Day 4
- Breakfast and departure by bicycle to the historic city of Bayamo. Visit the Carlos Manuel de Cespedes Museum and Anthem Square before we treat you to lunch at a private paladar restaurant. Return to El Yarey. Optional hiking through the surroundings of the hotel this afternoon. Dinner at the hotel.
BB, LB, DB (50 km / 31.1 mi)
- Day 5
- Breakfast. A 4 km (2.5 mi) downhill ride starts our ride to El Salton cycling through Baire and Los Negros. We'll have lunch at El Salton. Optional massage, sauna or swimming in the waterfall and its natural pool adjacent to the hotel. Dinner at El Salton.
BB, LB, DB (44 km / 27.3 mi)
- Day 6
- Breakfast, then an optional, highly educational mountain hike with a local guide. For keen riders, we'll also be offering a ride through the nearby mountain villages. This afternoon, relax by the spectacular waterfall. Dinner in an open air restaurant at the property.
BB, LB, DB (25 km / 15.5)
- Day 7
- Breakfast will be followed by two ride options:
Option 1: (Challenge) Mountain bike ride south, lunch en route at a peasant's home and cross the Sierra Maestra Mountains to the Caribbean in Rio Seco. Ride further east along the coast to meet the van. (35 km / 21.7 mi)
Option 2: (Moderate) Depart by van to Santiago City, stopping along the way to visit El Cobre sanctuary, a pilgrimage for many Cubans who come to visit the country's patron saint. Lunch in Santiago City followed by a coastal ride to meet the rest of the group riding from Rio Seco. (45 km / 28 mi)
Transfer by van to Santiago and the Casagranda Hotel in Cespedes Park. Dinner at the hotel and free night to explore Cuba's former capital and its second largest city.
BB, LB, DB
- Day 8
- Breakfast. Group airport transfer* to Santiago Airport
BB
Meals:
B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner
BB=Breakfast w/beverage, LB=Lunch w/beverage, DB= Dinner w/beverage
BAI=Breakfast All Inclusive, LAI=Lunch All Inclusive, DAI=Dinner All Inclusive
Note: Itinerary and hotels subject to availability.
2006-2007 Eastern Cuba Tour Price
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1 Week Eastern Cuba
Cycle Tour |
If any part of your tour falls within
Peak Season dates, Peak Season rates apply. |
| Low Season |
Peak Season
Dec 21 - Jan 03 |
| Tour - Land Only |
TBA | Inquire |
| Single Supplement |
TBA |
| Back to Back Tours |
Second Cycle Tour, 10% Discount |
| This tour only available to groups of 5 or more. |
| Tour Schedule - 5% Alumni Discount - Flights from Caribbean - Flights from Canada - Early Bird Booking Bonus |
| What's Included: |
Experienced Canadian company representatives for in-country reception and support
High quality, professionally maintained 24-sp hybrid bicycles outfitted for touring
Souvenir water bottle, handlebar map bag or rear insulated trunk bag
Professional mechanic on tour
Experienced bilingual Cuban and Canadian guides
Air conditioned support bus
Accommodations as per itinerary, mainly 3-4* properties, all with private bath & a/c
Meals as per itinerary (all meals include minimum of one drink)
Tips for restaurants, accommodations and our company representative are prepaid
Snacks and cold beverages provided for rides
One group airport transfer per tour
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| What is NOT Included: |
| Gratuities for Cuban guide & driver
Additional beverages
Medical and cancellation insurance
Cuban departure tax
Flights (unless otherwise indicated)
Tourist visa
Passport fees
Optional excursions, museum fees, theatre and items of a personal nature etc. |
Group Airport Transfer* - Havanatur includes one incoming & one outgoing group airport transfer in the price of the tour. MacQueen's will designate a free transfer to accommodate the largest number of participants. For participants not in our designated transfer, we are able to offer collective transfers at the following per person rates:
Santiago Airport - Santiago hotels: $6 CUC one way, $10 CUC return
Santiago Airport - Baconao Park: $14 CUC one way
Santiago City Hotels - Santiago Airport: $6 CUC one way
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