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Tours & Excursions

A wide variety of day-trips and excursions is proposed to travelers staying in the "Cayo de Villa Clara" resorts. Whether you're looking for cultural experiences, contact with nature, thrilling adventures, nautical activities, contact with the locals, historical sites, or exciting nightlife; you will certainly find the perfect escapade and leave the beach behind for a few hours in order to discover beautiful sites, do fun-fill activities, and learn about the real Cuba and its people.

Payment Excursions can be paid with a credit card (not issued by or affiliated with a US bank). Please visit our Money section for more information about currency and credit cards. Child price is usually for ages 2 to 12; infants (0 to 24 months) are free. Note that the indicated prices are based on information gathered during our last trip there, they are subject to change.

Language The tours may be guided in several languages (Spanish, English, French, German, etc.), make sure to specify your language preference when booking.

Voucher When you book an excursion you always receive a Tour Voucher. This voucher has to be presented when boarding the bus on the day of your excursion. It's very important not to lose it, and not to forget it in your room before leaving. You won't be able to participate if you don't have your voucher.

Scheduling All tours depart from the hotel. Pick-up time should be specified on your voucher, it's suggested to be in the lobby area at least 15 minutes prior to departure . At the completion of the tour you will be returned to your hotel.

Minimum Some excursions and tours require a minimum of participants. If the minimum is not reached for an excursion that you have already booked it may then be rescheduled or reimbursed.

Weather conditions Excursion may sometimes be cancelled or altered without prior notice due to weather forecasts (or other safety-related conditions). Check with the tour representative the day before.

Cancellation (conditions subject to change) For excursions by plane : If cancelled between 12:00 pm and 5:00 pm the day before : penalty 50% If cancelled after 5:00 pm the day before, and no-shows : penalty 100% For every other excursions : If cancelled after 5:00 pm the day before and no-show : penalty 50%

Accessibility Some excursions or activities may not be suitable for everyone, so you must specify any special physical conditions, handicap or culinary restrictions you may have when booking.

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A List of the Best Excursions from Holguin or Guardalavaca Cuba

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I am an avid beach vacation fan, however, on my recent trips to Cuba, I have been spending a lot of time travelling off the resorts. For those planning a beach vacation in Cuba, here is a list of the best excursions from Holguin or Guardalavaca Cuba hotels.

Best Excursions from Holguin or Guardalavaca Cuba Hotels

Cuba excursion: visit downtown holguin.

If you love to experience life and culture in local cities, then a day trip to Downtown Holguin might just be what the doctor ordered. During this excursion, we did: a walk through Holguin’s main square and pedestrian walkway.

Shopping:  On the pedestrian mall keep an eye out for this flea market which was inside the building. There were many vendors and shops that accepted the Cuban tourism currency (convertible peso CUC).

Historic Cars: They will be driving all around on the busy streets of Holguin. Keep your eyes peeled for Cuban Ferrari’s too; the horse-drawn buggies which are a traditional car service.

Cuba Excursion: Village of Birán House of Castro Ruiz Family

I love that Cuba is embracing its history and culture now with excursions like a visit to the childhood home of Fidel Castro. Through guided tours, we learned all about the life of the famous leader growing up in Birán. From the schoolhouse where he studied, through the home of his parents and other main buildings in the village, it was a look at the humble beginnings of both Fidel’s father and Fidel himself.

Cuban Excursion A Day in the Life, Farmers House (Biran)

I have to admit I thought this excursion was a bit bullshit when I first heard about it. However, a funny thing happened in Cuba during a tour of the region. A bunch of us had to go to the bathroom, and our tour guide and bus said they knew a perfect place to stop. Unannounced we pulled the bus up at this farmer’s house, and he and his wife jumped into action.

We were able to enjoy washroom facilities, some fresh coconut water, some baked treats and coffee. What we thought would be a quick bathroom break turned out to be a fascinating look at the life of this Cuban farmer and his family. It is customary for them to host and greet people, even when they arrived as we did. This little stop ended up being one of my favourite moments in Cuba.

Multiple Excursions at Ecological Park Rocazul

There are many types of excursions with stops to Rocazul park. They have various activities here, and I’m outlining the ones that I experienced. Some of the below can be combined depending on the tours you book.

Catamaran Ride

We had a short boat trip in the bay inside the ecological park. There were drinks flowing and music playing, and it was nice to sit in the breeze and enjoy the sites. What I liked about this ride is that it wasn’t a full-day catamaran tour, but a short ride out and around the bay and back.

Visit Farmer’s House

Personally, I prefer the farmer’s house we visited in Birán (mentioned above) as it was a more genuine experience. Here at the Park Razul, we met this farmer who showed us how to Siesta on a traditional Cuban chair. Also, something of interest, this farmer’s house is actually for rent, and you can spend a night here.

Cuban Lunch

Most excursions will include lunch, and there are some restaurants on the property which will serve large groups from bus excursion tours. The lunch included a typical Cuban meal you’ll get on every excursion, salad, a main dish of chicken, pork or fish and dessert. Of course, there is also a bar with lots to drink.

Fishing/Speed Boats

Other trips at Ecological Park Rocazul include fishing trips where you take a speedboat out to the Bay to go fishing. You bring back your fish, and it is prepared for you so you can enjoy it over lunch.

Cayo Bariay

I’m excited to see Cuba embracing its history. Here at Cayo Bariay, while most of this attraction is man made, it symbolises Columbus’ arrival in Cuba.

Monument at Christopher Columbus’ Landing Site

The white pillars are meant to signify Columbus’ ship which met with Cuban Natives represented by the clay statues. Venture down past the monument to the beach which is said to be the landing spot where Columbus landed. I have to admit, although man made I did enjoy the thought I was standing on the very beach Columbus landed in Cuba.

Planning a vacation in Cuba? Check out our posts  Discover the Real Cuba: 3 City Dream Tours in Eastern Cuba  and  Things to do in Santiago de Cuba . Try an overnight excursion in Santiago de Cuba:  Dream Travel Cuba: Things to do in Santiago de Cuba

Indian Village

Walking into the main doors of the Indian Village we were greeted by a very excited Christopher Columbus carrying a wooden cross. He was signalling us to come and look and before long Cuban natives curious to meet this unknown man arrived to check him and us out.

The village is a recreation of what life was like for now extinct Cuban natives. A part of their history I knew very little about, until now. The tour also takes you up to the lookout which will give you a better look down on the famous beach where Columbus’ ships landed.

Cuba Excursion: Catamaran Ride to Cayo Saetia

It was a long day, but so worth it for me. After a long bus ride to Antilla Cuba, we boarded a Catamaran and set sell for a 1-hour cruise to Cayo Saetia Beach. The catamaran dropped us off, and we had the day to play on a long white sand beach with crystal clear blue waters. We had lunch on the Island, and there was even a little safari ride in jeeps around the island.

Cuba Excursion: Day Trip to Gibara

This historic fishing village recently reopened as a tourist destination in Cuba after recovering from Hurricane Ike in 2008 which destroyed much of their infrastructure. Restoration of the hotels in the village are complete, and the squares are showing signs life again. A full post outlining Gibara is coming soon.

Want some hotel recommendations? We stayed at these Guardalavaca Hotels in Cuba:  Brisas Guardalavaca Cuba Hotel Review  and Blau Costa Verde Resort Cuba Review (Coming soon.)

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Where to Book Cuba Bus Tours and Excursions

One of the challenges for us as Canadians is how these excursions and tours are packaged for us. We buy all-inclusive trips from vacation providers and then purchase day trips from these same providers. If you like a full list of available off the resort experiences in Cuba, be sure to visit your hotel’s tour desk. Ask about local tour operators like Cubatur, Cubacanacan and Gaviota have a range of tours to choose from. (A post on Cuba’s Local Tour Operators is following too.)

For help planning your dream trip to the Real Cuba: Cuba Tourism:  Consulate General of Cuba – Tourism Section Tour Operators: Cubatur, Gaviota Tours Note: You can book many of these tour options directly with your hotel’s tour desk in Cuba or through your travel agency.

Travel assistance provided by the  Ministry of Tourism of Cuba  however, the opinions expressed in this post are my own.

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Sharon Mendelaoui

3 thoughts on “a list of the best excursions from holguin or guardalavaca cuba”.

Nice photos!

wow so beautiful Cuba, the beauty of the village so natural and lakes, what a wonderful eye catching sites.

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General Information

• Category : All day tours
• Modality : Nautical tours
• Duration : 8 hrs
• Departure time : From 7.45 Hrs
• Tour guide : Yes
• Children are allowed : Yes
• Languages spoken : Spanish and English

Program Details

Varadero Beach, with a little more than 13.6 miles (22 kilometers) long, located in the Hicacos Peninsula, Matanzas Province, is one of the most relevant resorts in the world and the main tourist offer of sun and beach in Cuba.

Star excursion where you will enjoy an unparalleled tranquility:

Pick up at the hotels according to the schedule established for the excursion, 07:45h Playa Caleta-Punta Arena/ 07:50h Punta Arenas-Varazul/ 08:00h Sunbeach-Ledo/ 08:15h Pullman-Arenas Blancas/ 08:20h Barceló Solymar-Be Live Experience/ 08:30h Sol Club Sirenas/Coral-Bella Costa/ 08: 20h Meliá Las Américas-Sol Palmeras/ 08:30h Iberostar Bella Vista-Arenas Doradas/ 08:40h Muthu Playa Varadero-Meliá Las Antillas/ 08:50h Blau Varadero-Iberostar Varadero/ 09:00h Paradisus Varadero-Iberostar Playa Alameda/ 09:10h Paradisus Princesa del Mar-Playa Marina.

• Arrival at the Marina Gaviota located in the famous resort of Varadero.
• Crossing by catamaran where you will enjoy the charms of our seas.
• Recorded music and OPEN BAR with beers, soft drinks, Cuban cocktails on board and in the Cayo. Snack on board.
• Snorkeling in the most beautiful coral reef in the north of the central region of Cuba.
• Visit to Cayo Blanco for lunch (buffet containing lobster, fish and other options) and free time for sea bathing.
• Return to the Marina and return to the hotel.

Departure days: DAILY.

TIPS : • Recommended: light clothing, swimsuit, sunglasses, hats or caps, tennis, sandals or comfortable shoes, solar protection and photographic camera. • For the tour we recommend a water bottle.

• The collected may be delayed up to 15 minutes depending on the number of hotels and punctuality of customers. Customer should be informed on sales desk to avoid disagreements. • This tour operates with a minimum of passengers. Holiplus will reconfirm 48 hours before the departure of your tour. If the provider decides to cancel, for not meeting the minimum required amount of passengers, Holiplus will offer an alternative tour or fully refund cost of your trip. • The order of the tour can be varied depending on the total number of tourists of the day. • The boat is shared with other tourists. • The equipment and means of protection for the tourist for the navigation and snorkeling activity are included. • For reasons of dolphin management, it may be decreed periods in which swimming with dolphins is not included, informing the price to be applied in a timely manner. • Seatour Exclusive 4 pax/boat: 495.00 USD • Additional pax Seniors: 86.00 USD/pax • Children (7-12): 43.00 USD/pax • In the Exclusive Seatour the maximum amount of pax will depend on the type of boat available. • In the Group operation, exclusivity is guaranteed as long as it is included in the negotiation of the group, fulfilling the group with a minimum of 60 pax.

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