{"id":2640,"date":"2025-06-30T15:38:23","date_gmt":"2025-06-30T19:38:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cubaprivatetravel.com\/blog\/?p=2640"},"modified":"2026-10-26T10:29:57","modified_gmt":"2026-10-26T14:29:57","slug":"12-days-festive-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cubaprivatetravel.com\/blog\/12-days-festive-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Days Festive 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Welcome to your Cuban adventure! This carefully designed trip blends culture, flavor, music, and nature across 12 memorable days. From dancing in Old Havana to tasting fresh tobacco in Vi\u00f1ales and relaxing by the beach, every moment is tailored for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 1 \u2013 Welcome to Cuba!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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VIP arrival in Havana and a scenic drive to the lush Vi\u00f1ales Valley. Stop for a fresh countryside lunch at Finca Tungasuk. In the evening, settle into Los Jazmines and enjoy a cozy farm-to-table dinner at El Cuajani, surrounded by nature and local flavors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 2 \u2013 Tobacco Tales & Havana Nights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Start the day with a guided tobacco tour through Vi\u00f1ales’ lush fields. After lunch, head to Havana and check into Estancia Bohemia. Sip daiquiris at El Floridita and enjoy dinner at the stylish El Cocinero. Optional nightlife at F\u00e1brica de Arte.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 3 \u2013 Colonial Charm & Rooftop Views<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Explore the heart of Old Havana with a guided walk through its iconic plazas. Lunch at El del Frente\u2019s rooftop, browse local shops, and enjoy cocktails at La Vitrola. In the evening, dine at Los Mercaderes and finish with a cigar and rum tasting at Libertador.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 4 \u2013 Dance, Cook & Discover<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Take a private salsa class, then join a hands-on Cuban cooking experience at La Reserva. In the afternoon, explore Havana by E-bike, discovering art-filled neighborhoods. Dinner at Cinco Sentidos wraps up the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 5 \u2013 Art, Culture & Connection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Start the day with a walking tour exploring Havana\u2019s Jewish heritage. Enjoy tapas-style lunch at Toros y Tapas, then visit local art studios for an insider look at the city\u2019s creative scene. Wrap up the afternoon with music at Brenda\u2019s, a game of dominoes, and a conversation with Cuban intellectual Carlos Alzugaray. End the evening with dinner and wine at Costa Vino.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 6 \u2013 Flavors & City Sights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Have a relaxed morning, then lunch at Jibaro, a funky spot with bold, fresh flavors. In the afternoon, ride in a vintage convertible for a panoramic tour of Havana\u2019s landmarks. That night, celebrate New Year\u2019s Eve with rooftop dining and live music at La Guarida.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 7 \u2013 Road to the South<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Leave Havana and stop at Playa Gir\u00f3n for snorkeling in crystal-clear waters. Enjoy a seafood lunch in Cienfuegos, then continue past old sugar mills and colonial towns to Trinidad. Check in at La Casona and dine at Los Conspiradores on lively Plaza Mayor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 8 \u2013 Mountains & Magic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Stroll through Trinidad\u2019s cobblestone streets with your guide, then head into the Topes de Collantes mountains. Hike forest trails, visit rural communities, and cool off in a hidden waterfall. End your day with a hearty Cuban dinner at San Jos\u00e9.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 9 \u2013 Seaside Recharge<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Spend the day by the sea at Playa La Boca. Swim, relax, or just enjoy the ocean breeze. In the evening, dine beachside at El Ojo del Toro\u2014fresh seafood, great views, and chill vibes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 10 \u2013 Back to Havana, Hands-On Art<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Return to Havana and check in at the creative and stylish Tribe House. After lunch at Antojos, take a pottery class with a local artist at Lino\u2019s Studio. That night, enjoy dinner and a private jazz concert with Grammy-winning saxophonist C\u00e9sar L\u00f3pez<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 11 \u2013 History, Style & Sound<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Take a panoramic city tour through revolutionary landmarks like Plaza de la Revoluci\u00f3n and the Revolution Museum. Lunch at Carb\u00f3n, then shop for guayaberas and visit Abdala Studios, home of Cuba\u2019s top music producers. Dinner is set at La Cocina de Lilliam, followed by a live, intimate performance by jazz trumpeter Yasek Manzano.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 12 \u2013 Farewell Cuba<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Enjoy one last breakfast before your private transfer to the airport. You\u2019re leaving with stories, music, and the spirit of Cuba in your heart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Contact us to plan yours<\/a><\/strong> \u2014 whether you’re dreaming of a romantic escape, a family gathering, or a tailor-made New Year\u2019s adventure in Cuba, we\u2019ll make it unforgettable.<\/p>\n