City breakHavana City Break
- 5★ hotel near Old Havana
- Flights from London, one stop
- Return airport transfers
From£999per person · 2 sharing
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Havana & Varadero
Four nights in Havana and five in Varadero, with breakfast, return flights and a private road transfer between the two.
- 9 nights
- Bed & breakfast
- From London, with one stop
From
£1,549
per person · 2 sharing
About this holiday
Two sides of Cuba in one trip. Spend four nights in Havana, close to Old Havana, with its colonial squares, the Malecón and classic cars, then travel east by private car to Varadero for five nights on the beach.
The package includes return flights from the UK with one stop, both hotels with breakfast, your airport transfer and the private road transfer, approx. 2 hours between the two. Larger resort hotels in Varadero usually have their own generators, but power cuts and shortages have affected Cuba in recent years, so check the latest travel advice before you book.
- Duration
- 10 days, 9 nights
- Board
- Bed & breakfast
- Hotels
- 5★ in Havana and Varadero
- Flights
- London, one stop
- Transfers
- Airport and private road transfers
- Good for
- Couples, friends, families
5★ hotels in Havana and Varadero
In Havana you stay in a 5-star hotel in or close to Old Havana. In Varadero you stay in a 5-star beach hotel with a pool and access to the sand. We confirm both hotels with each quote.
Hotel features
- Breakfast at both hotels
- Wi-Fi, which can be limited
- Air conditioning
- Pool and beach access in Varadero
- Private transfer between the two
- Family rooms on request
Driving times on your trip
- Havana Airport to your hotelapprox. 30–45 mins
- Havana to Viñalesapprox. 2 hrs 30 mins
- Havana to Varaderoapprox. 2 hrs
- Varadero hotel to the beachapprox. 2 mins on foot
- Varadero townapprox. 10 mins by taxi
- Varadero to Havana Airportapprox. 2 hrs
Driving times are approximate and do not include stops.
Included in the price
Included
- Return flights from the UK, with checked baggage
- 4 nights in Havana and 5 nights in Varadero, both 5★
- Breakfast every morning
- Airport transfers and a private road transfer between Havana and Varadero
- ATOL protection under ATOL 10416
- A UK consultant before and during your trip
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Tourist card and entry paperwork
- Entry fees, guides and excursions
- Drinks, and meals outside your board basis
- Extras such as seat selection or extra baggage
Before you go
Flight time
One stop, approx. 14 hours in total from London to Havana (HAV). Havana to Varadero is approx. 2 hours by road.
Time difference
Cuba is usually 5 hours behind the UK. Its clocks change on different dates from the UK’s, so the gap is 4 hours for a few weeks in spring and autumn.
Money
The currency is the Cuban peso (CUP). Cards issued abroad are often not accepted, so bring cash for your whole stay; euros and US dollars are widely taken in tourist places.
Tipping
Tipping is customary in restaurants, taxis and hotels, at around 10% of the bill, usually in cash.
Language
Spanish is the main language. English is spoken in many hotels and tourist places.
Weather
Daytime highs are around 26–32°C and the sea at Varadero is around 25–29°C. November to April is drier; the hurricane season runs from June to November.
Day by day
Your driver is with you on the transfer days. Entry fees, tours and excursions are not included.
- Day 1
Fly to Havana
Fly from London to Havana, approx. 14 hours in total with one stop. Your driver takes you to your hotel, approx. 30 to 45 minutes.
- Day 2
Old Havana
Walk the old squares and narrow streets of Old Havana, past El Capitolio and the Gran Teatro. Go in the morning, before the midday heat.
- Day 3
Classic cars and the Malecón
Take a tour in a classic car, then walk along the Malecón, the sea wall that runs along the city waterfront.
- Day 4
Viñales (optional) or at leisure
An optional day trip to the green valley of Viñales, approx. 2 hours 30 minutes each way, or a slower day in the city.
- Day 5
Drive to Varadero
Your private driver takes you east along the coast road to Varadero, approx. 2 hours, to your beach hotel.
- Days 6–9
Beach days
Rest by the sea and the pool. The water is shallow and warm. The rest is yours to plan, perhaps a boat trip or a visit to the Saturn Cave.
- Day 10
Fly home
Breakfast and check-out, then your transfer to the airport for your flight to London.
Questions about this package
How do I get from Havana to Varadero?
By private car, approx. 2 hours along the coast road. The transfer is included.
Can I change the number of nights?
Yes. You can stay longer in either place. Tell us your dates and we’ll price it for you.
Do I need a tourist card?
Yes, UK visitors need a tourist card and normally an online arrival form before travel. Check the current rules before you go. We can tell you what to arrange, but we can’t apply for these for you. A visit to Cuba can also affect ESTA eligibility for later USA trips, so check before you book.
Do power cuts affect hotels?
Power cuts and shortages have affected Cuba in recent years. Larger hotels usually have their own generators, but check the latest travel advice, make sure your insurance covers Cuba, and we’ll confirm details with the hotel before you book.
Is halal food available on this trip?
Halal meat is very limited in Cuba. Seafood and vegetarian dishes are easy to find, and some hotels can sometimes arrange meals on request. We’ll check with each hotel before you book.
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Questions about this holiday?
Talk to a UK consultant
Call us or send an enquiry, and we’ll check prices for your dates, suggest hotels and change the package to suit you.