CUBA
June 23 - 30, 2025
* $2175 covers 1 Getaway Itinerary.
No Flight Included (however please make arrangements to arrive the morning of June 23, 2025).
Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Havana (Rest & Light Exploration)
• Arrive in Havana – Check in to your accommodation.
• Leisurely Walk in Old Havana (Habana Vieja) – Explore Plaza Vieja, Plaza de la Catedral, and Plaza de Armas.
• Dinner & Early Rest – Enjoy a relaxed Cuban meal and prepare for the week ahead.
Day 2
Old Havana – Culture & Nightlife
Rum Museum (Museo del Ron Havana Club) – Learn about Cuba’s rum-making history.
• Cigar Factory Visit – Tour Real Fábrica de Tabacos Partagás or another traditional cigar-making site.
• Buena Vista Social Club Show – Experience live Cuban music and dance in the evening.
Day 3
Yoruba Spirituality & Ifá/Orisa Community
• Yoruba Cultural Museum (Casa de África) – Explore the Yoruba presence in Cuba and its spiritual significance.
• Meet Ifá/Orisa Practitioners – Connect with local babalawos or santeros for spiritual discussions and insights.
• Afro-Cuban Dance or Music Performance (Optional) – Experience a live rumba or batá drumming session.
Day 4
Regla & Yemoja
• Ferry to Regla – Enjoy the scenic ride across Havana Bay.
• Basilica of Our Lady of Regla – Visit this sacred site dedicated to Yemoja, witness or participate in spiritual practices.
• Lunch in Regla & Explore Local Culture
• Beach Time – Playas del Este – Relax at a nearby beach before returning to Havana.
Day 5
Oshun & Spiritual Pilgrimage
• Basilica del Cobre (Santuario de Nuestra Señora de la Caridad del Cobre) – Visit Cuba’s sacred shrine dedicated to Oshun.
• Relaxation & Reflection – Spend the evening reflecting on the spiritual experiences so far.
Day 6
Matanzas, San Severino Castle & Cenote
• Matanzas – The Afro-Cuban Capital – Explore the city, known for its strong African heritage, music, and poetry.
• San Severino Castle (Castillo de San Severino de Matanzas) – Learn about Cuba’s colonial history, the African diaspora, and the transatlantic slave trade.
• Cueva Saturno (Cenote) – Swim in the underground crystal-clear waters near Varadero.
• Beach Time (Varadero or Matanzas area) – Unwind on Cuba’s stunning beaches.
Day 7
Departure from Havana
• Breakfast & Last-Minute Shopping – Pick up souvenirs from Old Havana or local artisans.
• Transfer to Airport – Depart for the U.S.
