Things to do in Cuba
Admire the scenery
Cuba's charms are not all cultural - its natural wonders have been recognised by UNESCO, including the ethereal, karst-filled valley of Vinales.
One of the island’s most scenic and charming regions, you can walk, drive, cycle or ride a horse through Western Cuba's hills and farmland, stopping off for an organic juice, and learning how to roll your own cigar. The sunsets over the sugarloaf mounds, with banana leaves peeking out beneath, are just gorgeous.
Our Cuba Holidays
Cuban casa holiday
Go local in Cuba staying in friendly family B&Bs throughout.
From
£1198
15 days
ex flights
Cuba small group holiday, 8 days
Explore the history and the nature of the Caribbean wonder
From
US $2350
8 days
ex flights
Cuba highlights and beach holiday
Balance Cuba’s culture & natural beauty with sunny paradise.
From
£1585
15 days
ex flights
Trekking holiday in Cuba
Hiking and exploring the unspoiled national parks of Cuba
From
£270 to £580
4 days
ex flights
Cuba tour, The Revolutionary Trail
Follow in the footsteps of the revolutionaries
From
£1925
10 days
ex flights
Cuba highlights holiday
Explore Havana, visit tobacco hills & doze on dreamy beaches
From
£735
8 days
ex flights
Cuba cultural tour, 9 days
Fun and legal tour for American travelers
From
US $1600 to US $2000
9 days
ex flights
Classic Cuba cycle holiday
Cycle Cuba - Beaches, Mountains and Revolution!
From
£1999
15 days
ex flights
Classic Cuba holiday, 11 days
Get into the Cuban swing over just ten days.
From
£1145
11 days
ex flights
Cuba cultural holiday
Immerse yourself in Cuban culture on this 8 day adventure
From
US $690
8 days
ex flights
Cuba holiday, culture and nature
A mix of nature and culture; discover what makes Cuba tick
From
£1425
15 days
ex flights
Small group tour to Cuba
Discover the fascinating diversity of Cuba
From
US $1130 to US $1245
20 days
ex flights
Self drive Cuba family holiday
Family holiday Cuba for parents & children
From
€1590 to €2990
15 days
ex flights
Cuba self drive holiday
Get a taste of the real Cuba on your own road trip!
From
£1445
15 days
ex flights
Cuba adventure tours
Authentic Cuba using guesthouses and local guides
From
US $425 to US $490
8 days
ex flights
Cuba tailor made holiday, nature and culture
Explore the highlights of Castro's Cuba
From
£2390
14 days
ex flights
Cuba cultural holidays, 15 days
Fun and legal way to experience Cuba's diversity
From
US $2250 to US $2550
15 days
ex flights
Cuba tour, small group
Discover the old and new faces of Cuba
From
£2218 to £2590
21 days
ex flights
Discover Cuba holiday, 15 days
Experience the real Cuba on this 15 day cultural adventure
From
US $1360
15 days
ex flights
Small group backroads and beaches tours to Cuba
Explore off the beaten track locations
From
£1560 to £2685
9 days
inc UK flights
Mexico & Cuba Tour
Fun, sun, history and culture in Mexico and Cuba.
From
£3610 to £4225
22 days
ex flights
Skyline Trail cycling tour in Western Cuba
Cycle the spectacular Syline Trail through Western Cuba
From
£1199
8 days
ex flights
Scuba diving and tour in Cuba
Scuba diving and roundtrip Cuba with homestays and/or hotels
From
€995 to €1790
15 days
ex flights
Cuba small group vacation
Authentic small group trips to Cuba
From
US $2400 to US $2600
9 days
ex flights
Small group tours to Cuba
Discover the real Cuba on this small group tour
From
£2698 to £2898
15 days
ex flights
Explore Old Havana
The Music. The Dance. The heat. The old cars shuddering along the Malecón as the waves crash along the shore. The daiquiris, the mojitos, sipped in Hemingway’s old haunts. The cigars and colourful dresses and crumbling architecture and constant sunshine. Old Havana – Habana Vieja – is a film set, a window into the past, a sensory overload of colour and rhythm and taste, and however long you spend here, it will never quite be enough.
Aside from its visual beauty, Havana is a whole city full of poets and musicians. Theatres, book stalls, jazz concerts, poetry readings, stalls selling maracas and claves, the Casa de la Música, the National Ballet, the Theatre, art openings on every street corner, open studios along the Malecón – the art, literature and performing arts here are overwhelming.
Aside from its visual beauty, Havana is a whole city full of poets and musicians. Theatres, book stalls, jazz concerts, poetry readings, stalls selling maracas and claves, the Casa de la Música, the National Ballet, the Theatre, art openings on every street corner, open studios along the Malecón – the art, literature and performing arts here are overwhelming.
Our top Cuba Holiday
Cuban casa holiday
Go local in Cuba staying in friendly family B&Bs throughout.
From
£1198
15 days
ex flights
Tailor made:
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way
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Dive in
My first dive in the waters of Cuba serves as a moment of truth...around me, large fish among flourishing coral, a reef more rich than any I have seen in years.
- Jacques Cousteau
It may be over three decades since Jacques Cousteau set out, to explore Cuba’s stunning underwater ecosystems, but one of the most impressive things about diving in Cuba is how little these incredible reefs have changed – in contrast with the rest of the Caribbean, where over development has had devastating effects. You can dive virtually the whole way around Cuba’s 5,700km of coastline – find out more in our guide to scuba diving in Cuba.
Discover Santiago
de Cuba
de Cuba
Steamy Santiago has Cuba's hottest climate - and its hottest culture.
Edgy and urban, Santiago proudly divides opinion - some revel in its fiery Afro-Cuban culture and well-worn city centre, too far from Havana for the limited wealth to filter down. Others are shocked at the hardship and hawkers - but this is Cuba, untamed for tourists. The bullet-riddled Moncada Barracks are a legacy to the revolution that never happened here, while the well-preserved Santería religion, music and dance are a legacy of the slaves that were brought here by plantation owners fleeing Haiti in the early 1800s.
Head to the beach
Don’t come all this way and forget you’re in the Caribbean!
Away from the sleek, characterless all-inclusive resorts of the north coast - most notably Varadero, there are fantastic tropical beaches and uninhabited islands, ringed by reefs, and with the odd beachside cafe for your fresh piña colada – or maybe just a local fisherman who’ll catch and cook your lunch over an open fire. The water is balmy year-round, and some beaches have sheltered swimming spots which are ideal for families.
Many islands can actually be reached along causeways by bus or private vehicle, making them an easy daytrip. Others have bungalow-style accommodation for longer stays, but be careful - you might just be reluctant to return to the real world afterwards.
Many islands can actually be reached along causeways by bus or private vehicle, making them an easy daytrip. Others have bungalow-style accommodation for longer stays, but be careful - you might just be reluctant to return to the real world afterwards.
More about Cuba
With temperatures hovering between 20 and 35C, and the water bathtub warm all year round, Cuba has a classically cosy Caribbean climate...
Few nations have the romance of Cuba; a beautiful, tropical island that fought its way out of capitalism led by charismatic comrades...
Cuba is bigger than you think. If you’re planning to spend a week or two here then take a look at our interactive map to help you choose a route...
Casas particulares in Cuba are the original Airbnb: homestays with Cuban families in a network that stretches across the country...
Cuba has 5,700km of coastline, so there are quiet beaches, beaches for water sports, reefs to snorkel, deserted coves and family friendly facilities...
Our favourite cities include Havana with its classic Malecon, Cienfuegos - the 'Pearl of the South', and labyrinthine Camaguey - designed to confuse pirates...
Our mini guide reveals the pros and cons of public and private transport, self drive options and classic cars when planning your Cuba holiday...
A self drive holiday in Cuba offers independence, flexibility and just that extra little pinch of adventure, as you explore at your own pace...
Diving in Cuba reveals a marine culture that is just as fascinating as the one on land: a rainbow of reef fish, sponges, turtles and gorgonians...
Travel to Cuba is still straightforward from the United States, despite President Trump's increased travel restrictions, announced in November 2017...
As with most Latin countries, Cuba welcomes children with open arms. But it does so without malaria, altitude or crime; this is a fab family spot...
We have asked destination experts to share their insider Cuba tips and anecdotes with us, from what to eat and pack, to staying in casas particulares...
We've explored some of the big issues facing this little island, from the end of communism to the dual currency; donating goods and keeping an open mind...
Find all of our Cuba guides in one place, for different types of Cuba holidays we offer such as scuba diving or walking in Cuba.
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Photo credits: [Page banner: Nick Kenrick] [Admire the scenery: Simon Matzinger]
[Explore Old Havana: vxla]
[Santiago de Cuba: David Bacon]
[Head to the beach: Alessandro Caproni]
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