Day 1-Arrive at Holguin airport in the north east end of the island and transfer to the beach resort, Playa Costa Verde, on Playa Pesquero. This is an all-inclusive 4* hotel and it has all the amenities, including free nightly entertainment. Eat, drink and relax.

Day 2-The day is free to do as you wish and all meals are at the hotel. You can plan an excursion outside the hotel or indulge in any number of the hosted activities at the hotel.

Day 3-After breakfast we will head off to the Cuban countryside where you will get your first taste of the "real" Cuba. We will take time to stop along the way at points of interest and our destination is Pinares de Mayari, which is a unique lodge in the Nipe mountain range. This is a great place to relax and hike in the amazing landscape. Evening and early morning is a great time for birdwatching . We will have lunch here and then go for a hike through a unique biosphere with a local guide. Dinner will be at the lodge.

Day 4-Breakfast and transfer to the island of Cayo Saetia, a game reserve with antelope, wild boar, zebra, etc. We will spend the night at another special lodge with plenty of areas to walk and private beaches to take a swim. Lunch will be provided at one of the best swimming areas on the island. We will go on a jeep safari in the early evening to view the animals. Dinner at the lodge.

Day 5-Breakfast and transfer to Cuba's oldest settlement, Baracoa and one of the most beautiful areas in Cuba with a vibrant night life. The drive will take you through some interesting small towns, lovely landscape and coastal views. We will stay at either hotel El Castillo, on hill overlooking the town or at Porto Santo, overlooking the ocean. Dinner at the hotel. Lunch not included.

Day 6-Breakfast and go for a guided tour of the town with a visit to see the cross planted on the shore by Christopher Columbus in 1492. You will also visit the local museum and learn about the colourful history of Baracoa. After lunch (not included) we will drive to a fishing village at the mouth of the Yumuri river. This area is spectacular! Dinner at the hotel.

Day 7-Breakfast and free time before driving to Playa Maguana, the most beautiful beach in this area. You will have time to relax and swim in the ocean and we will have lunch prepared for us at a small resort. Dinner tonight will be at Finca Duaba, a small farm in the countryside and a meal prepared in typical Baracoa style. This is always a fun time.

Day 8-Breakfast and transfer to the second largest city in Cuba and the cradle of all historical revolutions, Santiago de Cuba. The drive is great as we begin our ascent of the Farola viaduct to an elevation of 800 metres. The many curves and switchbacks, with lush vegetation and spectacular views makes for a memorable drive. We go from the Atlantic to the Caribbean and drive along the coast past the driest area in Cuba. We will stay at hotel Melia Santiago and have dinner at the hotel. Santiago is rich in culture, history with lots of entertainment available.....perhaps a baseball game.

Day 9-Breakfast and a guided city tour to learn about the history and get an overview of this fascinating place. Included in the tour is a visit to the revolution square, the cemetary where Jose Marti rests, and Morro castle which is a seventeenth century fort built by the Spanish to protect the harbour and city. The tour ends in the centre of the city at Cespedes park and you are free to wander on your own. Lunch is not included, but a recommended spot to eat is at the Grand hotel patio overlooking the park. Dinner at the hotel.

Day 10-Breakfast and tour to the east of the city to explore Bacanao Park and a visit to the pre historic park. You will also learn about the history of the first attempt by Fidel Castro to defeat the Bastista military in 1953, July 26th. We will return to the hotel for a free afternoon. Lunch is not included and dinner is at the hotel.

Day 11-Breakfast and drive one of the most scenic roads in Cuba. The road follows the Caribbean coast next to the Sierra Maestra mountains and although parts of the road are not in the best condition, due to hurricane damage, it is a unique experience with little traffic and lots of sheep and goats and small hillside villages and undisturbed bays and beaches. Our destination is the all inclusive beach resort of Marrea del Portillo where we will spend the night.

Day 12- Breakfast and drive through the province of Granma, named after the boat which Fidel Castro and a group of revolutionaries arrived in from Mexico in 1956 to begin the march to Havana and take over the government from Batista. You will drive close to the location he landed at. Our destination this day is the City of Bayamo, the cleanest city in Cuba and we will spend the night at the hotel Royalton or Sierra Maestra. Great opportunity to indulge in Cuban culture and you will find the people here most friendly. Dinner will be at the hotel.

Day 13-Breakfast and head directly to Playa Pesquero to spend your final 2 days at Playa Costa Verde resort, where you began.

Day 14-Day is free to indulge yourself.

Day 15-Breakfast and transfer to the airport.

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Tour price - $2295 (based on double occupancy
**If you are returning your price will be $2195

Single supplement add $350 cad

Note: These prices have remained the same for many years and although the price in Cuba has increased I continue to offer the same.

INCLUDED:
-Excellent accommodations
-All ground transportation
-Breakfast and dinner daily
-lunches where indicated
-5 nights at All Inclusives
-Guided tours
-Cuban guide and driver
-Canadian tour leader
- F U N

NOT INCLUDED:
-Air Fare
-Beverages (except at all inclusives)
-Tips, including guide and driver (a collection will be made at the beginning of tour to cover some tipping)
-$25 cuc's Cuban airport tax
-Trip insurance (cancellation and medical if required).

VALID PASSPORT REQUIRED

-Deposit and final payment: A $500 deposit is required at time of booking and can be done by cheque (check) or credit card. Final payment to be made 60 days prior to tour date. Cheques should be made payable to Square 1 Travel and mailed to

SQUARE 1 TRAVEL
449–B Fifth Street
Courtenay BC V9N 1J7
250–334–0355
1–877–334–0355

Terms of deposit and final payment: If a tour is cancelled by Tom Robertson of Cuba1tours, operating through Square1travel, you will receive a full refund of deposit and final payment. If you cancel after you have submitted your deposit and/or final payment within 60 days of the tour date your money will be 100% non refundable.

If you are using credit cards for payment of Cuba portion there will be a 3% service charge added.
WHEN BOOKING PLEASE STATE SPECIFICALLY WHICH TOUR, BY NAME AND THE TIME YOU WISH TO GO.
This is the Discover East Tour – Nov. 14 to 28, 2011 or Jan 7 to 21, 2012

To Book contact Tom Robertson or Louise
Square 1 Travel
250 334 0355
or
250 334 1675 (Tom)
or
toll free – 877 334 0355
email- tom@cuba1tours.com
www.cuba1tours.com

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