SPENDOURS OF MEXICO, CUBA & COSTA RICA TOUR OVERVIEW

Our 19-day Splendours of Mexico, Cuba & Costa Rica Tour promises to be eye-opening.

• Half day city tour of Mexico City including the Metropolitan Cathedral and the Museum of Anthropology.
• Full day tour visiting the Shrine of Guadalupe and the impressive Aztec archaeological site of the Moon and the Sun.
• Morning walking tour of Old Havana. Be immersed by its history and charm as you wander through the labyrinth of streets that lead to the beautiful Plaza Vieja. This afternoon enjoy a unique experience on a panoramic city tour in a ‘vintage car’.
• Full day tour to the scenic Viñales Valley and its famous tobacco plantations.
• Overland transfer to Trinidad visiting en route Santa Clara. Morning tour of the history-rich Santa Clara town, including a visit to the Che Guevara Mausoleum. Enjoy some typical Cuban food, before continuing on to Viñales.
• Half day tour of Trinidad. This tour takes you on a fantastic journey through this UNESCO World Heritage Site . Wander through the historic center, rich with stunning colonial architecture, vibrant atmosphere and friendly people.
• Hiking tour in Topes de Collantes Nature Reserve. Explore the Escambray mountain range characterized by steep peaks, deep valleys and exuberant vegetation. Visit the picturesque 60-metre waterfall of Caburni, followed by a refreshing cocktail and lunch.
• Overland transfer to Havana via Cienfuegos. Unveil the secrets of this beautiful colonial city founded by French settlers and known as ‘The Pearl of the South’, due to its elegance and stunning natural bay. Enjoy some typical Cuban food before continuing on to Havana.
• Braulio Carrillo National Park, a flora and fauna sanctuary covered by an emerald-green mass of vegetation. Board boats for the two hour journey to your lodge. Free afternoon to visit the Tortuguero village.
• The secondary canals of this paradisiacal place and get closer to nature. From July through September you can take the optional turtle-watching tour during the evening.
• Caño Blanco dock and onto the Arenal volcano area.
• Enjoy optional activities such as canopy, horseback riding, exploring the Venado Caves, canyoning and much more. In the afternoon, you can walk through lava trails of the volcano or take a dip in the hot springs.
• The Monteverde area and overnight at Fonda Vela hotel.
• Take an exciting tour to the Sky Walk, a network of suspension bridges, platforms and trails built in the cloud forest.
• Optional: Extend your journey to visit the Manuel Antonio pristine beaches.

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