Discover the pearl of the Caribbean on this road-based cycling adventure
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.
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).
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.
Genom att skriftligen acceptera vårt erbjudande bekräftar du/ni att våra villkor både har lästs och förståtts och att avbokningsavgifter kan tillkomma om resan ställs in.
TILLGÄNGLIGA DATUM | PRIS (1 VUXEN) | PRIS (1 BARN) | Enkelrumstillägg | STATUS RESA | |
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lör, 27 apr 2024 / lör, 04 maj 2024 | NOK 22 520 | På förfrågan | NOK 3 210 | Tillgängliga |
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 | På förfrågan |
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