Cultural Excursions & Events
Cuba is rich in art and culture. Most tourists to this fascinating island are keen to obtain an insight into what Cuba has to offer which makes it a distinctive destination. Our partner travel agency in Cuba is Paradiso which is the agency for cultural tourism. We have some exclusive activities and events with Paradiso and we can offer you the best combination of excursions, visits to museums and interesting locations, night events etc. The following is a list of some of the excursions and events that can be booked:
Excursions:
- Old Havana city tour - Walking guided city tour of old Havana to see all the major sights. This is an essential tour to learn about the most fascinating colonial city in the New World. Lunch can be included in a courtyard restaurant
- Havana city tour - Extended city tour of Havana to include walking tour of old city and visit the ‘newer’ areas of Havana including the Revolution Square, Vedado etc. Lunch included.
- Salsa course - Salsa lessons at any level in old Havana
- Ballet - Ballet performances in the National Theatre
- Flamenco - Flamenco performances in old Havana
- Cannon shooting ceremony - Visit the fortress across the bay of Havana to see the authentic evening cannon shooting ceremony (can include dinner)
- Tropicana cabaret – the world famous cabaret with or without dinner
- Parisien cabaret – in the Hotel Nacional
- Artists in Havana – a visit to some of Havana’s practising artists
- Santeria – a chance to see an African religious ceremony
Events in 2007:
- January: Cubadanza 8 – 19 January
- February: Havana book fair 14 – 18 February
- May: Cubadico/Cuban Music Awards 19 – 27 May
- July: Cuba Ballet 10 July to 6 August, Festival de Caribe 3 – 9 July
- November: International Jazz festival 29 Nov – 2 Dec
- December: International film festival 4 – 14 December
