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2023 dates
*Trip availabilities change throughout the day and may not be accurately reflected here. To see if space is available for the date you are interested in, please click through to the booking form.
Oct 25 - 29, 2023
Nov 8 - 12, 2023
Nov 22 - 26, 2023
Thanksgiving trip - likely to sell out
Nov 29 - Dec 3, 2023
Dec 13 - 17, 2023
Dec 28 - Jan 1, 2024
NYE trip - likely to sell out
5 days/4 nights
starting at $2,299 USD
Payment can be broken down into a $500 deposit + 3 additional installments.
2024 dates
$100 off with
EB2024hav
Jan 17 - 21, 2024
Feb 7 - 11, 2024
Feb 15 - 19, 2024
March 13 - 17, 2024
March 20 - 24, 2024
April 3 - 7, 2024
May 1 - 5, 2024
May 23 - 27, 2024
Memorial Day trip
Nov 20 - 24, 2024
Nov 27 - Dec 1, 2024
Thanksgiving trip - likely to sell out
Dec 4 - 8, 2024
Dec 11 - 15, 2024
Dec 28 - Jan 1, 2025
NYE trip - likely to sell out
5 days/4 nights
starting at $2,299 USD
Payment can be broken down into a $500 deposit + 3 additional installments.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
Our small group trip to Havana caters to travelers in their 20s and 30s searching for rich culture, excitement in the streets, and eye-popping architecture around every colorful corner.
On this five-day Havana trip, you’ll discover the ins and outs of the Cuban capital, a city frozen in time and only recently opened back up to Americans. With ornate, baroque designs everywhere you look and a 16th-century fortress guarding the harbor, the history is impossible to ignore.
So come along and enjoy the land of salsa, cigars, and enough rum to help even the most musically challenged belt out “Havana, ooh na-na.”
For the love of
MOJITOS
CLASSIC CARS
SALSA
CUBAN CIGARS
FUSTERLANDIA
BAROQUE
ARCHITECTURE
DANCING
OLD HAVANA
CUBA
INcluded
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4 nights of accommodations in Havana, Cuba
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All accommodations in a shared room with one other person with the option to upgrade to a private room (limited availability)
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Meals: 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 4 dinners
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Welcome drinks
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Walking tour of old Havana
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Private visit and salsa dance lesson with Havana Queens
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Evening dinner and dance show with the Havana Queens
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Vintage car ride down the coast
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Cuban cigar and rum tasting experience
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Private ecological farm visit and farm to table experience
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Visit to the world renowned Fabrica de Arte
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Local community and nonprofit experiences
*All activities are weather dependent; in the unlikely event that we are unable to run an activity, we will have a suitable alternative in place.
not included
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Flights to and from Cuba
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Tourist visa (more information in the Trip Notes section)
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Mandatory trip insurance
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Meals not mentioned (budget around $200)
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Incidental Expenses
Day by day
*Itinerary is indicative for 2023 and is subject to change
Day 1 - Havana
the old town
Check into your hotel nestled in Old Havana and grab a drink with your travel crew.
In the afternoon, we’ll head out on a walking tour where you’ll get your first taste of architecture so significant it earned a spot on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Continue on and give a mojito a go—the local favorite and Cuban national drink has been a staple on these lively shores for centuries.
That night, we’ll all head out together to grab some dinner and check out local live music in one of the neighborhood's trendiest joints.
DISCOVER
Day 2 - Havana
old school cool
After an early breakfast at the hotel, we’re rolling with the top down—Cuba’s culture of preservation and ingenuity has turned this island into a haven for classic cars, and today we’re taking full advantage.
Cruise down the shore to explore a bit of the coast on the way to a behind the scenes rehearsal and salsa lesson with one of Cuba’s most acclaimed dance troupes. After that, check out a ceramic wonderland before we stop for a waterfront lunch along the bay.
That evening, we’re off to a rum and cigar experience with a local expert, where we’ll get the low down on Cuba’s most famous exports. At that point, you’ll really be reaching peek old-school cool levels, so it makes a lot of sense that we’ll finish off our day with dinner and one incredible dance show.
cruise
Day 3 - Havana
locally grown
Today, we’re heading toward Havana’s agricultural outskirts for an authentic farm-to-table experience. We’ll learn the ins and outs of organic farming, island style, before we sit down for a bite, a bit of dancing and music, and some more of those spectacular Cuban cocktails.
We’ll head back to town and make a pit stop by the harbor for some more local vibes. Get lost in one of the city’s coolest outdoor markets, pick up some souvenirs from Havana’s arts community, and grab a beer before you make your way back to the hotel.
That night, we’re heading for rooftop cocktails and then to one of Cuba’s coolest modern arts and dance spaces, for dinner and a night of bohemian good times.
dance
Day 4 - Havana
state of the arts
Enjoy breakfast with friends at the hotel, before we roll out for a day of Cuban arts. We’re going to get things going by heading to a local non-profit working to revive the craft of hairdressing.
We’ll keep the theme going by moving on to Callejon de Hamel, where we’ll dive into the complex world of Afro-Cuban art. Check out some of the impressive studios and immerse yourself in the thriving Havana art scene. Feel free to find lunch nearby with friends, and then the afternoon is yours to explore the city.
We’ll all meet up that night for one final dinner together before we say our farewells.
ENJOY
Day 5 - Havana
HASTA PRONTO
Find breakfast with the group at the hotel before you head to the airport for your flight back home.
We recommend booking flights for later in the day, allowing you to continue to explore the city of Havana today.
Remember, Cuba’s just a short flight away, so don’t be a stranger. The mojitos are always waiting.
“Cuba may be the only place in the world where you can be yourself and more than yourself at the same time.”
– Pedro Juan Gutierrez
FAST FACTS
JUST FOR FUN
Legendary writer Ernest Hemingway made his second home just outside Havana in the small town of San Francisco de Paula.
Rumor has it, it takes more than 100 steps to produce a single Cuban cigar.
Cuba has one of the world’s largest collections of classic cars—it’s estimated that there are 60-70,000 vintage rides rolling these streets.
TRIP NOTES
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Due to relations between the United States and Cuba, all trips must have a meaningful cultural aspect to them. We think this is a fantastic thing!
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FTLO travelers who hold a US passport will need to purchase a tourist visa with “Support for the Cuban People” as the general license category. This can be done through your airline and will cost between $50 and $100, depending on the processing fee. If you are not a US passport holder, please check your embassy’s website for further information. You can always contact us if you have additional questions or need assistance. For all other nationalities, please check here.
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One of our experiences is a bit smokey as it involves local cigars. If you’re sensitive to smoke or not a fan of cigars, don’t worry, you can head out and explore instead!
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Cuba is usually hot and sunny, so make sure you pack a hat and sunblock.
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We offer a first-run experience discount of $300 on our inaugural trip.
about cuba
Cuba has undergone something of a modern renaissance in terms of arts and culture. While the nation’s music has long been widely renowned, today, dance and theater troupes also thrive. Performers take center stage at the Gran Teatro de La Habana, yet increasingly local troupes are traveling abroad, often to great acclaim. Within Cuba, Havana remains, by and large, the nation’s cultural mecca and plays host to a diverse group of music halls, museums, and centers of arts.
GOOD TO KNOW
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Cuba’s official currency is the Cuban peso.
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Cuba’s main island is the largest in the entire Caribbean.
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Tipping is encouraged in Cuba. Consider giving 10% at bars and restaurants.
flights
Fly into Havana (HAV)
Arrive by 1pm on day 1 and grab a cab to the hotel. With the recent amount of flight delays, we recommend planning to arrive a day early just to be safe.
Fly out of Havana (HAV)
Fly out of Havana at any time on the last day. We recommend an afternoon flight so you have more time to explore the city.
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*FTLO is not responsible for any fees or costs related to flights. We strongly suggest that all travelers wait until they receive the official FTLO Greenlight Email to book flights. This will be sent 3-4 months prior to the start date of your trip.
