Hola Cuba

Hola Cuba

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Hola Cuba

9 Days Starting and ending in Havana

Visiting: Havana, Las Terrazas / Vinales , Vinales, Bay of Pigs / Cienfuegos , Trinidad

Tour operator:

Intrepid Travel

Tour code:

QUKP

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 16

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

15-99 years

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural

From: $2550 $2040 Operator discount: -$510 -20%

NB: Prices correct on 24-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

This tour is no longer available, please see similar tours below or send an enquiry

Tour Overview

Experience the splendour of Cuba – a cobblestoned Caribbean gem where the rum is plentiful, the smiles infectious and dancing is essential. Join our Hola Cuba adventure and wind your way from sultry Havana and its crumbling churches, through the valleys and farms of Pinar del Rio, and on to the Afro-inspired beats of Trinidad. Along the way we’ve assembled a cast of Cuban characters to give you a proper welcome – tobacco farmers, expert chefs, local artists, historians and salsa dancers that understand where Cuba came from, where the country sits now and, more importantly, where it’s going.

Highlights

  • Learn the local customs, folklore and beliefs behind Afro-Cuban religion as you’re welcomed into the homes of devoted residents on a colourful and unconventional Urban Adventure in Havana.

  • Relish a real garden-to-plate dining experience at a privately-owned organic eco-farm in picturesque Vinales – indulge in a variety of fresh produce all while gazing across sweeping views of the valley.

  • Receive a fascinating insight into the rise and fall of the charismatic and highly celebrated Cuban revolutionary Che Guevara at his mausoleum and museum in Santa Clara.

  • Experience Cuban hospitality and old-world charm in the coastal town of Trinidad. Wander through cobblestone streets among colourful colonial buildings and relax on the picturesque Playa Ancon.

  • Support the Cuban community by staying at privately-owned guesthouses, dining at home-grown restaurants, and gaining insider knowledge into Cuba’s history, thanks to the expertise of local guides.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Havana

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Location: Havana

Accommodation: Comfortable guesthouse

Meals Included: dinner

Bienvenido a Cuba! Welcome to Cuba! Upon arrival, soak in the decaying beauty of Havana and the surreal feeling that you have entered a bygone era. This is a very historic time to visit Cuba, as the gates finally creak open to a country so long forbidden, an opportunity has arisen to support the Cuban people and explore their incredible country. As there are no activities planned until your important welcome meeting at 6 pm – why not take a stroll to get acquainted with Cuba’s capital, where vintage cars, plumes of cigar smoke, Neo-Gothic churches and Art Deco theatres come together in a unique mesh of histories. After your welcome meeting, enjoy dinner at a local paladar, a privately-owned restaurant and a great example of Cuba’s incremental shift to a more free-market economy. Paladar means ‘palate’ but the popular usage of the word to describe this kind of restaurant references a Brazilian soap opera popular in Cuba in the 1990s.

Included Activities:
-Complimentary Arrival Transfer

Day 2: Havana

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Location: Havana

Accommodation: Comfortable guesthouse

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch

This morning, find out more about the local customs, folklore and beliefs of Cuba’s Afro-Cuban religion from an insider on a colourful and unconventional tour with Urban Adventures. Be welcomed into private homes and take the opportunity to learn from the devoted residents as you explore one of Havana’s sub-cultures at a grassroots level, something not often experienced by tourists. Next, you’ll get to see outer Havana in a convoy of classic American vintage cars. Cruise via points of interest – such as the Malecon, Revolution Square, Avenida de los presidentes and ending in Old Havana. Next, your leader will take you on a walking tour around the charming neighbourhood of Old Havana (approximately 2.5 hours). The best place to start any Havana experience is in the Old City, which is one of the best-preserved towns and in 1982 was designated a World Heritage Site. The streets are lined with colonial architecture, 16th-century fortresses and countless churches. Visit La Catedral San Cristobal de la Habana, the Palacio de los Marqueses de Aguas Claras and the Plaza de Armas. After a full day of exploration, enjoy an evening at leisure.

Included Activities:
-Havana - Afro-Cuban Religion Tour (guide and transport included)
-Havana - Leader led City Tour of Old Havana
-Havana - American Vintage Car Tour (No guide and transport included)

Day 3: Las Terrazas / Vinales

Location: Las Terrazas / Vinales

Accommodation: Comfortable guesthouse

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner

This morning, head east to Vinales. En route stop by an outer-Havana suburb to see the passion project of Jose Fuster, an artist who has turned an entire neighbourhood into a lively and colourful series of mosaics. Known as 'Fusterlandia', the inspiring and whimsical scenery is a perfect spot for pictures. Continue your journey to a local community in Las Terrazas (approximately 2 hours). The village was built as part of a government reforestation project and has since received a UNESCO biosphere listing. Meet up with local community leaders who will share insights into Las Terrazas and how the society works. You’ll also visit the ecological research centre and take a guided walk around the complex. After lunch take a 2 hour drive to Vinales – situated in one of the most picturesque parts of Cuba, it’s a small and culturally rich village, with friendly and welcoming residents. On your way into the village, you may pass by the vibrant Mural de la Prehistoria at the foot of the verdant Sierra de Vinales. Take the short journey into the centre of town and arrive in time for a brief orientation walk before heading to a privately-owned organic farm to learn about sustainable farming in Cuba. Hopefully meet local farmer Wilfredo Garcia Correa or at least his family who will show us around the farm and explain the methods used to cultivate crops without the use of pesticides, then enjoy a deliciously fresh and diverse meal prepared by the family, a truly authentic farm-to-fork experience!


Included Activities:
-Havana - Jaimanitas (Mosaic-laden Neighbourhood) including Fusterlandia (Entrance fee)
-Las Terrazas - Sustainable Rural Economy Project (Entrance fee and Guide included)
-Vinales - Leader-led orientation walk
-Vinales - Farm-to-table dinner at an eco-friendly ranch

Day 4: Vinales

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Location: Vinales

Accommodation: Comfortable guesthouse

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner

Today at 9 am, spend the morning (approximately 3 hours) finding out more about Cuban agriculture with a visit to a local tobacco farm to learn about the tradition of Cuban cigars. Get an insight as to how the communist system works, how much tobacco they keep, how much produce they give back to the government and how they make ends meet. Learn about the process of tobacco planting to rolling the final cigar. Share in the secret recipe of how they cure their leaves, which originated from one family and has been passed down through three generations – then drink some freshly roasted coffee from the farm while watching an expert roll a cigar. In the afternoon, get involved in a 1-hour salsa dance lesson, followed by a cooking demonstration from a local chef. Vinales is one of the more agriculturally productive areas of Cuba, so an abundance of homegrown seasonal fruit and vegetables are always on offer such as avocados, mangoes, pineapples, papaya, guava, and several varieties of sweet potatoes. Sit back, relax and enjoy the well-prepared meal while overlooking the lush scenery of Vinales.

Included Activities:
-Vinales - Half-day Valley tour on foot including Tobacco Farmhouse
-Vinales - Salsa dance lesson (1 hour)
-Vinales - Cooking Demonstration by Local Chef

Day 5: Bay Of Pigs / Cienfuegos

Location: Bay of Pigs / Cienfuegos

Accommodation: Comfortable guesthouse

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner

Depart Vinales at 8 am and head to Cienfuegos – drive for approximately 4.5 hours before stopping for lunch. This afternoon you’ll visit the Korimakao Cultural Project in Ciénega de Zapata, an area famous for its wetlands. Founded in 1992, Korimakao is a project to bring theatre, music, and dancing to remote areas of Cuba. You’ll have the opportunity to meet a director of the project, who will talk to you about the importance of this venture and the number of students that have benefited from it. Continue along to the picturesque town of Cienfuegos (1.5 hours), a slice of Paris in the Caribbean. Founded in 1819 by pioneering French immigrants – the elegant architectural influence that these settlers brought with them, earned the city a UNESCO World Heritage Site listing in 2005.

Included Activities:
-Cienaga de Zapata - Korimakao Cultural Project (entrance fee, guide and transport included)
-Cienfuegos - Leader-led orientation walk

Day 6: Trinidad

Location: Trinidad

Accommodation: Comfortable guesthouse

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner

This morning at approximately 8.30 am, your leader will show you around the charming streets of Cienfuegos before getting back on the road around 10 am, heading towards the National Park of Topes de Collantes (approximately 2 hours). Here there is a stop for a swim in a waterfall and to have lunch at a small privately-owned family farm. Travel onwards to the beautiful city of Trinidad (approximately 1.5 hours). Located near the lovely Valle de los Ingenios (Valley of Sugar Mills) and Playa Ancón, Trinidad enjoys long stretches of unspoiled, white sand beaches and is home to numerous churches and well-preserved colonial buildings. After lunch, begin with a guided cultural tour of the city (approximately 3 hours) – this includes an opportunity to visit two museums such as Museo Nacional de la Lucha Contra Bandidos, Museo Romantico or the History museum. Later, visit the privately-owned pottery workshop of the Santander family. This family are well known in the Cuban cultural landscape for having produced pottery for generations as well as assisting in the restoration of sculptures that once existed in this UNESCO world heritage site. Support the Cuban economy by taking the chance to purchase your own pottery as a reminder of your time in Cuba. In the evening, perhaps seek out the dance scene in Cuba. You may wish to see the local Afro Cuban Folkloric dance group that perform shows at the club Palenque, which has cultural and social importance in this region. Nightlife in Trinidad is probably the most accessible and intense in all of Cuba, with numerous live music venues and many dance performances every day of the week.

Included Activities:
-Trinidad - Leader-led City Tour including Museums (entrance fees, guide and transport included)
-Trinidad - Pottery Centre

Optional Activities:
-Trinidad - Afro-Cuban folklore show (entrance fee) from
-Trinidad - Cave Disco (entrance fee)

Day 7: Trinidad

Location: Trinidad

Accommodation: Comfortable guesthouse

Meals Included: breaksfast, dinner

This morning is yours to explore Trinidad by selecting one of the many optional activities on offer. Perhaps you’d like to hire a bike and cycle along the city’s colorful streets, past once-grand mansions, pastel buildings and wrought iron features – or instead you might choose to explore one of the excellent walking trails in the nearby Sierra del Escambray mountains. Your leader can suggest a lunch place at a local paladar. In the afternoon head to Playa Ancon for some beach time fun and maybe a little snorkeling, followed by a sunset picnic prepared for you by one of the privately-owned guesthouses.

Included Activities:
-Trinidad - Sunset Picnic at Playa Ancon (Weather Dependent)

Optional Activities:
-Trinidad - Musical Instrument Lesson (guitar, double bass, tres, percussion) per hour
-Trinidad - Trek to El Nicho Waterfall (entrance fee, guide and transport included)

Day 8: Havana

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Location: Havana

Accommodation: Comfortable guesthouse

Meals Included: breaksfast, lunch, dinner

Leave Trinidad around 9 am, heading to Santa Clara (approximately 2 hours), a key city in the Cuban Revolution to see the iconic statue of Ernesto Ché Guevara, built to commemorate his death and that of the revolutionaries. There will be time to explore the museum which honours Che's life. Drive back to Havana (approximately 3 hours) where there will be some time to freshen up before a final fun-filled night of music, dinner and dancing at Rosalia de Castro – where you’ll enjoy an ensemble of Cuban classics performed live by Buena Vista Social Club!

Included Activities:
-Santa Clara - Che Guevara Mausoleum and Museum (entrance fee)
-Havana - Buena Vista Social Club Performance (entrance fee & dinner)

Day 9: Havana

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Location: Havana

Meals Included: breaksfast

Your adventure ends today after breakfast. There are no activities planned for the final day so remember to say good-bye to your leader before you head back to the U.S.  

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    Comfortable Guesthouse (8 nights)

  • Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer

  • Havana - Afro-Cuban Religion Tour (guide and transport included)

  • Havana - Leader led City Tour of Old Havana

  • Havana - American Vintage Car Tour (guide and transport included)

  • Havana - Jaimanitas (Mosaic-laden Neighbourhood) including Fusterlandia (Entrance fee)

  • Las Terrazas - Sustainable Rural Economy Project (Entrance fee and Guide included)

  • Vinales - Leader-led orientation walk

  • Vinales - Farm-to-table dinner at an eco-friendly ranch

  • Vinales - Half-day Valley tour on foot including Tobacco Farmhouse

  • Vinales - Salsa dance lesson (1 hour)

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Transport

  • CHARTER FLIGHTS:
  • If flying with one of the charter airlines operating out of the US, please note charters often have significant flight delays (and your connecting airlines are not obliged to wait for you or re-book you if you miss your connection due to a late charter). If flying with a charter, we recommend overnighting in Miami or other connecting city in both directions to ensure you can make your flight connections.

Included Activities

  • Havana - Afro-Cuban Religion Tour (guide and transport included)
  • Havana - American Vintage Car Tour (guide and transport included)
  • Havana - Leader led City Tour of Old Havana
  • Havana - Jaimanitas (Mosaic-laden Neighbourhood) including Fusterlandia (Entrance fee)
  • Las Terrazas - Sustainable Rural Economy Project (Entrance fee and Guide included)
  • Vinales - Mural de la Prehistoria (Entrance fee)
  • Vinales - Farm to Table Dinner at an Eco-friendly Ranch
  • Vinales - Leader-led Orientation Walk
  • Vinales - Half-day Valley Walking Tour including Tobacco Farmhouse (guide included, no transport)
  • Vinales - Salsa Dance Lesson (1 hour)
  • Vinales - Cooking Demonstration by Local Chef
  • Cienaga de Zapata - Korimakao Cultural Project (entrance fee, guide and transport included)
  • Cienfuegos - Leader-led Orientation Walk
  • Trinidad - Leader-led City Tour including Museums (entrance fees, guide and transport included)
  • Trinidad - Pottery Centre
  • Trinidad - Sunset Picnic at Playa Ancon (Weather Dependent)
  • Santa Clara - Che Guevara Mausoleum and Museum (entrance fee included, no guide)
  • Havana - Buena Vista Social Club Performance (entrance fee)

Accommodation

  • CUBA GUESTHOUSES
  • We have classified guesthouse rooms into three standards for the comfort levels of our trips: standard, comfortable and premium. Most differences can be a little hard to tell at first, particularly when taking aesthetic into account which varies greatly not only between rooms but also between cities and provinces. Be assured though that the comforts to which foreign travellers are accustomed have been taken into account when classifying guesthouses.
  • You can read more about the guesthouse we use here: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/adventures/cuba-casa-particular/
  • Stairs are prevalent in Cuban homes. If this presents a problem to you, then please advise us at time of booking so we can request rooms on or closer to ground level.
  • For this itinerary, the comfortable guesthouse rooms will have an ensuite, split system air-conditioning, imported mattresses and windows with natural light (outside or interior courtyard). An in-room or in-house safe is available for use.
  • PRE-TOUR ACCOMMODATION
  • Our licensing agreement allows one night of pre-tour accommodation to be booked (subject to availability) only when airline scheduling impedes your ability to arrive in time for the welcome meeting on Day 1. We aim to confirm the first night of your tour in Old Havana however occasionally due to availability we will confirm it in either Central Havana or Vedado. Post-tour accommodation cannot be offered under our license.
  • The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline only and may change. On some occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our preferred accommodation. In these cases, we will use a similar standard of accommodation.
  • Throughout the trip, we request that our properties prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we're arriving prior to normal check-in time. However, this isn't always possible which means we won't be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination or on some trips, have use of shared day rooms until all rooms are available.

Important Information

  • 1. A visa or tourist card, organised prior to arrival, is required for all nationalities visiting Cuba. American citizens and residents also require a signed and countersigned travel affidavit for this trip. Please refer to the ‘Passports, visas and entry requirements’ section of the Essential Trip Information for more details.
  • 2. Our licensing agreement allows one night of pre-tour accommodation to be booked only when airline scheduling impedes your ability to arrive in time for the welcome meeting on Day 1 (subject to availability). Post-tour accommodation cannot be offered under our license.
  • 3. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
  • 4. Complimentary airport arrival & departure transfers are included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days before travel.
  • 5. The Cuban government has declared that travel insurance is compulsory for all travellers. Proof of insurance may be requested at Havana Airport by immigration officials.
  • 6. Please advise bedding configuration requests to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel to aid guesthouse and rooming allocations.
  • 7. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm on Day 1 in Havana. There are no activities planned for the final day so you may depart at any time.
  • 8. If you wish, you may request your confirmed guesthouse name and address inside 7 days from departure from your booking agent. You don’t need to request this – your arrival transfer driver will know the address of your assigned guesthouse.
  • 9. Intrepid US, Inc. ("Intrepid US") provides legal tours to Cuba for Americans under the ‘Support for the Cuban People” category (§ 515.574); to be declared when selecting from the 11 permitted categories of travel. United States law specifies that to comply with this category, travelers must engage in the full-time schedule of activities provided by our program. The responsibility of tracking and recording activities and interactions with Cuba people is on the onus of the traveler which will be encouraged and facilitated by your tour leader. The US government is allowed to ask you for receipts and records from your trip to Cuba for up to five years.

Mode of Transport

  • CHARTER FLIGHTS:
  • If flying with one of the charter airlines operating out of the US, please note charters often have significant flight delays (and your connecting airlines are not obliged to wait for you or re-book you if you miss your connection due to a late charter). If flying with a charter, we recommend overnighting in Miami or other connecting city in both directions to ensure you can make your flight connections.

Check out our Q&As

  • Is this trip right for you

    The guesthouses (casas) we use are much nicer than your average Cuban dwelling and each room is unique. Regardless of where you stay, power cuts and breaks in hot water supply are sometimes unavoidable, as in any developing country – but we believe that this is all a part of the local experience. To help set your expectations correctly, please read the ‘Accommodation’ section of the Essential Trip Information.

    Part of Cuba’s appeal is its old-fashioned style – this includes the banking systems. Funds in Cuba can be difficult to access. Please read our Essential Trip Information to be fully prepared.

    Luxuries such as air conditioning, plush pillows, and fly screens, are often scarce. Part of the experience here is learning to appreciate everyday Cuban resourcefulness.

    Internet access can be hard to come by, and when it's available it's often unreliable and expensive. Treat this as a great opportunity to take a break from modern devices and have a true holiday.

    Cuba is different, and that's a big part of its allure. Things don't always go according to plan, and many things don't work the same way as back home. Patience and good humor will go a long way in this beautiful destination.

    Due to licensing restrictions, only 1-night pre-tour accommodation may be requested. Post-tour accommodation cannot be offered.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers around the world for over 30 years

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has supported over 130 organisations across the world. We’re creating positive impact through the joy of travel, community and connection.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Over 50% of traveller travel solo with Intrepid. You can choose to share a room with another solo travelle of the same sex for no additional charge, or choose to pay a single supplement if you’d like your own room. Please request this when booking, and we will secure you a single supplement wherever possible. Please note, if you are booking a last-minute trip, it may be harder for us to secure a single room

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Operator discount: -$510

Saturday - Sunday

Nov 01, 2025 - Nov 09, 2025
$2650 $2120

Operator discount: -$530

Wednesday - Thursday

Nov 05, 2025 - Nov 13, 2025
$2650 $2120

Operator discount: -$530

Saturday - Sunday

Nov 08, 2025 - Nov 16, 2025
$2650 $2120

Operator discount: -$530

Saturday - Sunday

Nov 15, 2025 - Nov 23, 2025
$2650 $2120

Operator discount: -$530

Wednesday - Thursday

Nov 19, 2025 - Nov 27, 2025
$2650 $2120

Operator discount: -$530

Saturday - Sunday

Nov 22, 2025 - Nov 30, 2025
$2650 $2120

Operator discount: -$530

Saturday - Sunday

Nov 29, 2025 - Dec 07, 2025
$2650 $2120

Operator discount: -$530

Wednesday - Thursday

Dec 03, 2025 - Dec 11, 2025
$2650 $2120

Operator discount: -$530

Saturday - Sunday

Dec 06, 2025 - Dec 14, 2025
$2650 $2120

Operator discount: -$530

Saturday - Sunday

Dec 13, 2025 - Dec 21, 2025
$2755 $2204

Operator discount: -$551

Wednesday - Thursday

Dec 17, 2025 - Dec 25, 2025
$2755

Saturday - Sunday

Dec 20, 2025 - Dec 28, 2025
$2755

Monday - Tuesday

Dec 22, 2025 - Dec 30, 2025
$2755

Saturday - Sunday

Dec 27, 2025 - Jan 04, 2026
$2755

Monday - Tuesday

Dec 29, 2025 - Jan 06, 2026
$2755

Saturday - Sunday

Jan 03, 2026 - Jan 11, 2026
$2890

Saturday - Sunday

Jan 10, 2026 - Jan 18, 2026
$2890

Saturday - Sunday

Jan 17, 2026 - Jan 25, 2026
$2890

Saturday - Sunday

Jan 24, 2026 - Feb 01, 2026
$2890

Saturday - Sunday

Jan 31, 2026 - Feb 08, 2026
$2890

Wednesday - Thursday

Feb 04, 2026 - Feb 12, 2026
$2890

Saturday - Sunday

Feb 07, 2026 - Feb 15, 2026
$2890

Wednesday - Thursday

Feb 11, 2026 - Feb 19, 2026
$2890

Saturday - Sunday

Feb 14, 2026 - Feb 22, 2026
$2890

Saturday - Sunday

Feb 21, 2026 - Mar 01, 2026
$2890

Wednesday - Thursday

Feb 25, 2026 - Mar 05, 2026
$2780

Saturday - Sunday

Feb 28, 2026 - Mar 08, 2026
$2780

Wednesday - Thursday

Mar 04, 2026 - Mar 12, 2026
$2780

Saturday - Sunday

Mar 07, 2026 - Mar 15, 2026
$2780

Wednesday - Thursday

Mar 11, 2026 - Mar 19, 2026
$2780

Saturday - Sunday

Mar 14, 2026 - Mar 22, 2026
$2780

Saturday - Sunday

Mar 21, 2026 - Mar 29, 2026
$2780

Wednesday - Thursday

Mar 25, 2026 - Apr 02, 2026
$2780

Saturday - Sunday

Mar 28, 2026 - Apr 05, 2026
$2675

Saturday - Sunday

Apr 04, 2026 - Apr 12, 2026
$2675

Saturday - Sunday

Apr 11, 2026 - Apr 19, 2026
$2675

Saturday - Sunday

Apr 18, 2026 - Apr 26, 2026
$2675

Saturday - Sunday

Apr 25, 2026 - May 03, 2026
$2675

Saturday - Sunday

May 09, 2026 - May 17, 2026
$2675

Saturday - Sunday

May 16, 2026 - May 24, 2026
$2675

Saturday - Sunday

May 30, 2026 - Jun 07, 2026
$2675

Saturday - Sunday

Jun 13, 2026 - Jun 21, 2026
$2675

Saturday - Sunday

Jun 27, 2026 - Jul 05, 2026
$2675

Saturday - Sunday

Jul 04, 2026 - Jul 12, 2026
$2675

Saturday - Sunday

Jul 18, 2026 - Jul 26, 2026
$2675

Saturday - Sunday

Jul 25, 2026 - Aug 02, 2026
$2675

Saturday - Sunday

Aug 15, 2026 - Aug 23, 2026
$2675

Saturday - Sunday

Sep 12, 2026 - Sep 20, 2026
$2675

Saturday - Sunday

Oct 10, 2026 - Oct 18, 2026
$2675

Saturday - Sunday

Oct 31, 2026 - Nov 08, 2026
$2675

Wednesday - Thursday

Nov 04, 2026 - Nov 12, 2026
$2780

Saturday - Sunday

Nov 07, 2026 - Nov 15, 2026
$2780

Saturday - Sunday

Nov 14, 2026 - Nov 22, 2026
$2780

Wednesday - Thursday

Nov 18, 2026 - Nov 26, 2026
$2780

Saturday - Sunday

Nov 21, 2026 - Nov 29, 2026
$2780

Saturday - Sunday

Nov 28, 2026 - Dec 06, 2026
$2780

Wednesday - Thursday

Dec 02, 2026 - Dec 10, 2026
$2780

Saturday - Sunday

Dec 05, 2026 - Dec 13, 2026
$2780

Saturday - Sunday

Dec 12, 2026 - Dec 20, 2026
$2890

Wednesday - Thursday

Dec 16, 2026 - Dec 24, 2026
$2890

Saturday - Sunday

Dec 19, 2026 - Dec 27, 2026
$2890

Monday - Tuesday

Dec 21, 2026 - Dec 29, 2026
$2890

Saturday - Sunday

Dec 26, 2026 - Jan 03, 2027
$2890

Monday - Tuesday

Dec 28, 2026 - Jan 05, 2027
$2890

Book with Confidence

  • Free Date Changes

    Intrepid Travel allows you to make 10 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 56 days before the start of the tour.

  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    Intrepid Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform intrepid travel, 56 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    Intrepid Travel requires a minimum deposit of 400 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of intrepid travel charges.

    Up to 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 55 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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