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Resan är levererad av
Exodus Adventure Travels
Destinasjoner : Cuba, Trinidad och Tobago
Resan börjar : Havana
Resan slutar : Havana
Gruppstorlek : 6 - 18
Åldrar : 16+
Aktivitet :
8 dagar från
NOK 22 520

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Discover the pearl of the Caribbean on this road-based cycling adventure

Pedal through lush Cuban countryside, colourful colonial towns and quiet coastal roads, next to which the inviting waters of the Caribbean await. Cuba is the ideal destination for a cycling trip, with a refreshing mojito to reward your efforts at the end of the day! Out of the saddle, discover fascinating revolutionary history, visiting the Bay of Pigs and Che Guevara’s Mausoleum. The Unesco-listed towns of Cienfuegos and Trinidad are bursting with music and Cuban spirit, not forgetting enigmatic, charming Havana where this trip ends.

Höjdpunkter
  • Time to relax with swimming and mojitos
  • Immerse yourself in the unique history and culture of Cuba
  • Enjoy gentle cycling through lush tropical scenery
  • Discover the Unesco-listed towns of Trinidad and Cienfuegos
  • Cycling leaders trained to UK leadership standards (CTC bike tour leader award)
  • Cuban Tourist Cards included for all UK residents
Viktig information
  • Seven nights in casas particulares
  • Six days of cycling with full vehicle support
  • 90 percent paved roads, 10 percent unpaved tracks
  • Tour enables legal travel to Cuba for US citizens under the Support for Cuban People programme
Ingår
  • Seven breakfasts, six lunches, four dinners
  • All accommodation
  • All transport and listed activities
  • Tour leader throughout
  • Local bike hire: click here to see more
  • Tourist card visa for UK residents
  • Free arrival and departure transfers on trip start and end date
Ingår ej
  • Travel insurance
  • Single accommodation (available on request)
  • Visas or vaccinations

Reserutt

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Viktig Information

The trip destination
  • Seven nights in casas particulares
  • Six days of cycling with full vehicle support
  • 90 percent paved roads, 10 percent unpaved tracks
  • Tour enables legal travel to Cuba for US citizens under the Support for Cuban People programme
Food
Seven breakfasts, six lunches and four dinners are included, allowing the option to try local restaurants on the other evenings. Cuba is not renowned for its culinary excellence (although it is improving) and some ingredients are just not possible to acquire. Food tends to be simple and relatively expensive – in no small part due to the long trade embargo implemented by the US. Flavours are relatively simple, with most mealtimes consisting of meat or fish accompanied by rice and salad or vegetables. Seafood is widely available on the coast, including cheap and abundant lobster! Vegetarians will probably find they have the most limited choice. Snacks are not freely available in Cuba so you may wish to bring some with you – particularly energy snacks, as food shops, cafes and restaurants are scarce in many of the rural areas we visit. It can be difficult to find quick lunches on the go as Cubans typically eat two meals a day – we provide packed lunches during the day and there are plenty of water and fruit refreshment stops. While food choice can be basic, on the plus side there is absolutely no shortage of rum! Havana Club, Black Tears, Ron Santiago, Caney… after your visit, you will be an expert. The paladares are likely to be a highlight of any visit to Cuba – they are one of the few types of private enterprise allowed (although still heavily regulated), where families or entrepreneurs are allowed to set up a restaurant. Think soul food – rice, black beans, slow-roast pork or chicken, fresh fish, lobster and plenty of tropical fruit. The atmosphere in private paladares and the opportunity to integrate with Cubans will absolutely enhance your stay! Drinking water is provided on cycling days – we allow for 100floz (3 litres) per person. On non-cycling days, water is not provided. We ask that you bring a filter water bottle to fill with provided water on cycling days and at public fountains and taps on non-cycling days. This helps to cut down on plastic and the need to buy water.
Weather

The dry season runs from November to April (with December to March being the peak months for traditional tourism). It is very humid between May and October, with heavy rains at times and the possibility of hurricanes. July and August are some of the most popular months to visit Cuba by sunseekers from Europe and Canada but are extremely hot (average 28C/82F) and wet. Cuba has an average of six hours of sunshine per day with a more or less constant humidity of 62 precent. Water temperature is normally 24C-28C (75F-82F).

Is this trip for you?

This trip is classified Road and Activity Level 2 (Leisurely/Moderate).

Average daily distance: 25mi (40km)

Number of days cycling: Six

Vehicle support: 100 percent

Terrain and route: 90 percent paved, 10 percent dirt roads; some hills

The trip is not too strenuous but a reasonable level of fitness is required. Many of the roads are in good condition but you should expect potholes and poor road conditions in some sections. The roads are almost always free of heavy traffic, except in the towns. Mountain bikes with hybrid tyres are ideal for this trip and flat bars are preferable, but a good strong tourer will suffice (though make sure you have suitably low gearing).

Staying hydrated

When cycling, please drink lots of water as the heat and humidity can be high (especially June to August). Some group members may prefer a slightly reduced distance each day to avoid cycling in the middle of the day. If this is the case, our back-up vehicle is available. The rest of the group can continue on the itinerary as planned.

Phone signal

Phone networks don’t make or receive calls particularly well in Cuba, and coverage may not be available in many locations. There is 4G but not all phone networks work in Cuba, so please check with your service provider before travel. Data roaming from your home network can be incredibly expensive – we recommend switching this off. There are several ways to connect to the internet using a mobile device, but on the whole it’s best not to expect a reliable internet connection. Many casas particulares have free wifi, but download speeds are likely to be slow. You can purchase wifi scratch cards at official shops, but often you encounter long queues. Alternatively, buy a Cuban sim card and roaming package valid for 30 days to use in an unlocked phone.

Travelling in Cuba

It is possible you will face minor frustrations in Cuba. We encourage all travellers to go with an open mind, and with realistic expectations at what a visit here entails. If your guide announces a change of plans then please be assured everything possible has been done behind the scenes to make satisfactory alternative arrangements.

Please note: As an American-owned company, Exodus runs programmes to Cuba that are fully compliant with the US Treasury’s Office of Foreign Asset Control (OFAC) general license for Support for the Cuban People.

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TILLGÄNGLIGA DATUM PRIS (1 VUXEN) PRIS (1 BARN) Enkelrumstillägg STATUS RESA
lör, 27 apr 2024 / lör, 04 maj 2024 NOK 22 520 På förfrågan NOK 3 210 Tillgängliga
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lör, 27 apr 2024 / lör, 04 maj 2024 NOK 22 520 På förfrågan NOK 3 210 På förfrågan

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