Your 2 week odyssey bike tour crosses Cuba from Santiago to Havana, east to west with the prevailing winds. We have chosen the best hotels available along the way so you can relax in comfortable, central and often breathtaking surroundings.

We begin on Cuba's Caribbean shore in Santiago de Cuba, cycling a stunning piece of coastline bordering the Sierra Maestra mountains to Granma province visiting Bayamo, passing through the cultural mecca Camaguey, colonial Sancti Spiritus and Trinidad, the charming city and province of Cienfuegos, the Bay of Pigs, and more, before arriving in Cuba's capital, Havana. We've been operating this annual tour in the second half of January since 1995 and it continues to be a favorite. Our experienced support team is second to none and our equipment impresses even the most discerning riders. A top notch, highly experienced WoWCuba representative accompanies your tour.

Jan 11 - Pre-Tour Day

Depending on flight schedules, participants will arrive and spend this night in either Havana or Santiago de Cuba. If staying in Havana, we recommend staying at the Hotel Armadores de Santander in Old Havana. Pre-tour participants making arrangements through MacQueen's/WoWCuba will be picked up here for an early morning transfer to the airport for the flight to Santiago de Cuba. All remaining participants taking the domestic flight to Santiago de Cuba must be present at Havana airport Terminal 1 at least 2 hours in advance of the confirmed flight to Santiago de Cuba on Day 1. Collective airport transfers are included for your Havana pre-tour arrival and post tour departure.

Jan 12 - Day 1

Early morning flight to Santiago de Cuba where you'll be met by your support team for a city tour followed by lunch at El Morro. Afternoon bicycle outfitting. Dinner and accommodations at Hotel Casa Granda in Cespedes Park, Santiago. We highly recommend a visit to the rooftop bar (but remember, intrepid riders, you have to bike tomorrow so easy on the cervezas and mojitos...).
LB, DB  |  (0.0 km/0.0 mi)

Jan 13 - Day 2

Van transfer to Baconao Park for a test ride through the park, visiting a local artist community en route to the lake. Picnic lunch before returning to Santiago de Cuba and Hotel Casa Granda for dinner and accommodation.
BB, LB, DB  |  (42 km/26.1 mi)

Jan 14 - Day 3

Ride the beautiful south coast from Mar Verde to Chivirico and the "all inclusive" Hotel Sierra Mar, overlooking the beach. Dinner at the hotel.
BB, LAI, DAI  |  (45 km/28 mi)

Jan 15 - Day 4

A morning cycle along the little known but spectacular winding, hilly coastline will bring us to Marea del Portillo on the Caribbean with the Sierra Maestra mountains serving as a dramatic backdrop. All inclusive services at the 4* hotel.
BAI, LAI, DAI  |  (up to 130 km/80.8 mi)

Jan 16 - Day 5

We'll cross over the mountains this morning by van, then continue cycling through areas rich in sugarcane and rice paddies before arriving in historic Bayamo with accommodations at the Sierra Maestra hotel. Dinner at a local paladar and entertainment by local musicians at the Casa de la Trova.
BAI, LB, DB  |  (50 km/31.1 mi)

Jan 17 - Day 6

Van transfer to Camaguey with free time to explore the city known for its ballet, museums, and more. We'll then tour the city by bicycle taxis. Accommodations and dinner at the Gran Hotel in the historic heart of the city founded by Diego Velazquez in 1515.
BB, LB, DB  |  (0 km/0 mi)

Jan 18 - Day 7

Early van transfer to Moron where we begin a beautiful countryside ride to San Jose del Lago. You can swim in the thermal mineral-medicinal pool before lunch. Van transfer to historic Sancti Spiritus and accommodations in the charming Hostal Del Rijo.
BB, LB, DB  |  (50 km/31.1 mi)

Jan 19 - Day 8

Cycle to the south coast and colonial Trinidad. We check into the hotel for lunch, and then your afternoon is open for some beach time or exploring this uniquely preserved colonial city. All inclusive accommodations at the beach hotel Ancon overlooking the Colonial city & the Caribbean at Las Cuevas.
BB, LAI, DAI  |  (74 km/46 mi)

Jan 20 - Day 9

Ride through the Valle de los Ingenios (Valley of the Sugar Mills) to the 44 m (144.4 ft) Manaca Iznaga tower. Adventure over a dirt road through sugarcane fields arriving back in Trinidad or, if it's operating, we'll take the "sugar train" into town (it's on us) - great adventure. Dinner at the hotel.
BAI, LAI, DAI  |  (30 or 60 km/18.6 or 37.3 mi - depending on train)

Jan 21 - Day 10

Van 30 km west of Trinidad and begin riding over mainly flat terrain to Cienfuegos. Lunch overlooking the Caribbean at Club Cienfuegos, a former yacht club. Check into Hotel Jagua with free time for exploring the French architecture in the city. After a 90 minute all inclusive boat cruise, including a visit to the Jagua Castle and fishing villages in the Cienfuegos Bay, we'll have dinner at Cienfuego's architectural gem, Palacio del Valle.
BAI, LB, DB  |  (65 km/40.4 mi)

Jan 22 - Day 11

Today our cycling will take us to the Cienfuegos Botanical Garden and then inland towards the mountain lake Hanabanilla for lunch in a spectacular setting. Return to Cienfuegos. Dinner at the hotel.
BB, LB, DB  |  (45 km/28 mi)

Jan 23 - Day 12

Ride west from Cienfuegos to Montemar Natural Park, on the Bahía de Cochinos (Bay of Pigs). Lunch at Caleta Buena, a natural breakwater teeming with tropical fish and an afternoon "all inclusive" meal/drink plan with optional diving and snorkeling. Van transfer to Havana with accommodation at Hotel Armadores de Santander in Old Havana. Enjoy the great ambiance and tasty dishes at one of Havana's best paladars, La Guarida.
BB, LAI, DB  |  (45 km/28 mi)

Jan 24 - Day 13

Morning drive to rural area of Jaruco where we'll ride the "Escaleras de Jaruco", with some great vistas of the north coast enroute, towards eastern Havana beach area of Guanabo. Lunch in the area. Afternoon city van/walking tour visiting the Columbus Cemetery, Revolution Square, Capitol building, Gran Teatro, Obispo Street and many of the restored squares in Old Havana.

Farewell dinner at Cafe del Oriente followed by a mojito at one of Hemingway's favorite haunts, Bodeguita del Medio. With advance notice, we can arrange an evening at the Gran Teatro, a baseball game, the Tropicana cabaret or any other interest you may have.
BB, LB, DB  |  (50 km/31.1 mi)

Jan 25 - Day 14

Collective airport transfer included to Havana airport for departure.
BB  |  (0.0 km/0.0 mi)

Total Distance:

Typical Tour: ~600 km (390 mi) in 11 days of riding. Cycling days average 52 km (32.3 mi) per day.
Mileage is approximate and may vary according to the group's desires.

Avid Cyclists:

Certain days will allow additional mileage if desired.

Slow Cyclists:

Slow riders are not usually a problem. However, very slow riders or "bird watchers" may not attain proposed mileage. While this is very unusual, it does occasionally happen.

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2009 Vuelta Cuba Tour Price
14 Day/13 Night Vuelta Cuba Cycle Tour
Tour - Land Only (includes Cuban domestic flight but not flight to/from Cuba)	$2699
Tour Single Supplement	$300
Tour Schedule  -  5% Alumni Discount  -  Flights from Caribbean  -  Flights from Canada  -  Early Bird Group Discount

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 Collective transfer Havana airport-Havana hotel upon international arrival, and from Havana hotel-Havana airport upon international departure Domestic flight from Havana to Santiago de Cuba on Day 1

What is NOT Included:

Gratuities for Cuban guide & driver Additional beverages Medical and cancellation insurance Cuban departure tax International flights Tourist visa Passport fees Accommodations on Pre-tour night (Jan. 11) Optional excursions, museum fees, theatre and items of a personal nature etc.

Airport Transfers - For participants not in our designated transfer from the Havana hotel-Havana airport on Jan. 12, or for anyone who may be arriving into Santiago prior to the general group's arrival, we are able to offer collective transfers at the following per person rates:
Havana airport - Havana hotel route: $7 CUC one way or $12 CUC return
Santiago airport - Santiago hotels: $6 CUC one way