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Magic in Havana and the “Tail” of the Island Caiman

Simulating a green caiman laying quietly in the middle of the Caribbean Sea, Cuba is an island of dreams.
Visiting Havana, the capital city, is like stepping into a myth: a trip back in time as you walk placidly on the cobblestone streets of the old historic district, one of the best kept in Latin America. While you are at it, take the time to visit the Island’s western region, Pinar del Rio, the “tail” of the caiman. This land is a unique gift for your senses due to its exuberant nature. Ending this itinerary on a high note we recommend a visit to Varadero, the most beautiful beach in the world, or Playa Larga, for those who love nature at its virgin state.

Pinar del Río- Havana-Varadero

Distance:
Havana-Pinar del Río: 147 km. (2:30 hours) Roads in good condition
Havana-Varadero: 130 km. (1:30 hours) Roads in good condition

This itinerary comprises 3 provinces and can be completed in 7 days and 5 nights, but it can also be enjoyed more leisurely by those who dispose of 15 days and 13 nights.

Havana City: (2 or 3 Days):

Two million people live in Havana, making it the most populated city of Cuba and the largest capital of the Antilles.

Constantly caressed by the see breeze, the old walled city grew over the years towards the east to become the melting pot of past, present, tradition and modernity that it is today.

Havana is a mixture of vitality and calmness, of modernity and history, of cultural and architectural eclecticism. Nicknamed as the “Key to the Gulf”, the city has become a myth, an urban reference all around the Caribbean Sea.

What to do in Havana?

The answers are many. Life-style in Havana is the more active and exciting in the Caribbean offering choices for all tastes. We recommend below some of the many places and interesting choices you can enjoy:

A visit to the historical district of Old Havana

In 1982 UNESCO declared Old Havana a Heritage Site of Mankind. It is the best-preserved historical and architectural colonial district of all Latin America, featuring the numerous buildings of outstanding historical value.

In Old Havana, you can visit the Cathedral built in 1704, is a remarkable example of baroque style and presides over the only enclosed square in Latin America. This site thrives with cultural events, craft fairs and museums. In front of the Cathedral stands the restaurant “El Patio”, displaying its outdoor tables and musical bands. There are many galleries and museums in the surroundings, as well as the world famous restaurant “La Bodeguita del Medio”, where you can enjoy the typical “mojito” cocktail and delicious Cuban food.



Further on you will find the Plaza de Armas, a square surrounded by museums, galleries, restaurants and coffee shops. There takes place a traditional street spectacle performed by musicians and actors in stilts. Following this itinerary you will run into the crafts fair that opens Wednesday to Saturday from 9am to 6pm. There is a wide variety of paintings, sculptures, wooden carvings, musical instruments and