A fantastic holiday for those keen to experience the delights of this vibrant and happy country. ... Robert Pratt, 2017 See more reviews
Excellent trip cycling around the Caribbean island of Cuba. It was like going back in time to... Jackie Johns, 2017 See more reviews
A very interesting and enjoyable trip, the combination of the cycling, scenery, culture, history... Christopher Peacock, 2017 See more reviews
This was our first group cycling holiday and our first trip with Exodus and it did not disappoint... Ruth Bass, 2017 See more reviews
Having wanted to visit Cuba for many years I'm convinced this was a great way to do it. It... Simon Tomlinson, 2017 See more reviews
This was my first every cycling holiday. I was never a cyclist and although fit cycled moe in... Karen Wallace, 2017 See more reviews
Overall good experience with some interesting cycling towards the end of the tour . Cuba is a... William Dalzell, 2017 See more reviews
I would definitely recommend this fabulous trip! Cycling through Cuba is one of the best ways to... Sally Hall, 2017 See more reviews
You exceeded my expectations for this trip. Everything was handled smoothly and well. We had a... Karen Wallace, 2017 See more reviews
Itinerary Expand all Havana to Havana Day 1 Start Havana. The group flight arrives in the afternoon and we transfer to our hotel. Land only clients will meet the group at the start hotel in Havana. Standard Hotel Day 2 Cycle through Havana; transfer to Remedios via Santa Clara. In the morning, we will have our bike fitting before we set off on a warm-up ride through Residential and Modern Havana. We cycle through the Miramar and Vedado districts to reach the famous landmark of Plaza de la Revolucion. From here we’ll depart by bus and drive eastwards to begin our tour of the island. On the way towards Santa Clara, we’ll stop to eat our picnic lunch, before continuing on to the Che Guevara Mausoleum where we’ll take a short tour of the ‘Che’ museum and see the mausoleum where he is buried along with other revolutionary comrades. Our final destination today is the pretty town of Remedios. Our hotel is a colonial style building located near the main plaza. Today's driving time is approx. 4 hours. Standard Hotel Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Day 3 Remedios to Playa Santa Lucia. After breakfast, we take a short transfer for 20 minutes out of town in order to bypass a section of busy traffic. The bikes will be waiting at the bridge to Cayo Santa Maria, and from here we begin our tranquil rural Cuba cycling experience! We ride along the quiet north circuit road passing through little country towns. It is a flat route today in order to get used to our bikes and the climate. We will cycle as far as Mayajigua and have a packed lunch before getting on the bus for the afternoon road transfer. We have a long drive today to Playa Santa Lucia on the north coast of Camaguey province, where we will stay overnight and get the first opportunity to dip our toes in the Caribbean Sea. Tonight is all inclusive at the hotel, we’ll have dinner here and all drinks are included. Today's driving is approx. 5 hours. Standard Hotel Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 4 Partial coastal ride to Gibara. This morning we depart the hotel in bus and transfer 2 hours to Puerto Padre in Las Tunas province. Starting from the coastal Malecon road, we cycle out of the town heading eastwards on undulating roads. Another picnic lunch will break the ride and give us a rest in the shade. From Uñas to Aguas Claras there are some climbs, then we take a left turn to end in Floro Perez. If anyone wants to cycle all the way to Gibara then there is the option to do so. From Floro Perez to Gibara it is just a short 30 min transfer. Our destination is the charming coastal fishing town of Gibara where we stay in a centrally located hotel and can go out and explore music venues tonight. Today's driving time is approx. 2.5 hours. Standard Hotel Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 5 Scenic ride to Santiago. Today's ride features some climbs and unpaved terrain, the scenery is fantastic and you’ll feel very much off the beaten track. This way we will see a corner of Cuba where few tourists visit, and definitely no others on two wheels! We’ll stop to eat our packed lunch before cycling the final 22km on the main paved road to Guardalavaca. Here we’ll have an hour or so to enjoy the fine golden sand and turquoise waters of Guardalavaca beach – the perfect place to finish a tough ride! We will then transfer to Santiago, arrving in the late afternoon. The city is rich in folklore and comes alive at night time. Today's driving is approx. 3 hours. Standard Hotel Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Day 6 Morning city tour; visit El Cobre and drive to El Salton. Santiago de Cuba is known as the 'City of Heroes' due to the important role it played in the battles for both independence and then the revolution. The morning is spent sightseeing, including a visit to the Moncada Barracks ‐ where the opening shots of the revolution were fired on 26 July 1953 when Castro and his men attacked the barracks. We also visit the Santa Ifigenia Cemetery where both Jose Marti and Fidel Castro are buried. After lunch, we leave the city behind and drive towards the green mountains of the Sierra Maestra, stopping to visit El Cobre, the most sacred pilgrimage site in Cuba. Our destination is El Salton where we’ll take a short walk in the mountains with a local, passing through tropical forest and coffee plantations before stopping for coffee and fruit in a local farmer's home and returning to the hotel for dinner. Today's driving is approx. 2.5 hours. Standard Hotel Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 7 Ride through the Sierra Maestra to Bayamo. An early start and a challenging ride from the hotel through the Sierra Maestra. As we head deep into the mountains, today's route is dominated by Pico Bayamesa (at 1,730m above sea level it is Cuba's third tallest peak). This is an area of stunning natural beauty and is again rarely visited by tourists. After passing through numerous villages we reach our hotel in Bayamo where we can relax after probably our hardest day's ride. This city is where the Cuban national anthem was composed in mid-19th Century and is one of the original 7 'villas' founded by the Spanish conquerors. Standard Hotel Meals included: Breakfast Day 8 Cycle to Manzanillo; transfer to Camaguey. Today we have another early start as we have a long day ahead. Leaving Bayamo by bike, we exit the city and pass through agricultural towns and sugar cane plantations on a fast and flat ride cycling westwards towards the coast. We’ll learn about the importance of sugar in Cuba's history. Upon reaching Manzanillo we’ll have a packed lunch by the water in a small park at the end of the coastal road. From here we transfer to Camaguey City. Today's driving is approx. 4 hours. Standard Hotel Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Day 9 Bike taxi tour of Camaguey; transfer to Banao and cycle to Trinidad. Camaguey is the youngest UNESCO heritage site in Cuba, characterized by 'tinajones' ‐ large, earthen jugs found in the squares, churches and gardens that were originally used to store water during drought periods. After an early breakfast, we have a tour along the four plazas by ‘bicitaxi’ allowing us to whizz around in true Cuban style! Afterwards we will transfer by bus to Banao. After a picnic lunch, we’ll cycle from Banao on a scenic route all the way to the town of Trinidad. We’ll arrive for a welcome drink at Casa de Alberto which will be our group hub for the next two days, and from here the guide will assist getting everyone to their nearby casa particulares. Today's driving is approx. 3 hours. Casa Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 10 Free day in Trinidad. Today is free to soak up the atmosphere of Trinidad or join an optional excursion to explore the surrounding areas. For example you can walk the 'El Cubano' trail in the nearby national park. This evening we recommend a visit to Trinidad's Casa de la Trova (the 'House of Music') for traditional Cuban music and dancing. Casa Meals included: Breakfast Day 11 Cycle the coastal road to Cienfuegos. This morning we cycle the coastal road. Literally sandwiched by the mountains and the sea, the road clings to the shimmering Caribbean coastline all the way to Cienfuegos. We pass small communities and cross bridges over picture perfect bays. After some short sharp hills, we start to enjoy stunning views of the only city founded by French in Cuba. The road then undulates through mango groves until it reaches the Botanical Garden of Cienfuegos, we’ll stop here to relax and take a break in the beautiful natural environment. A wonderful place to admire the trees and flora whilst sipping on a freshly opened coconut. We’ll finish riding just outside of the city, and arrive to the casas in bus. Casa Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Day 12 Ride to Caleta Buena; transfer to Playa Larga. This morning we depart by bus, the short distance to the village of Navarra where we’ll start our ride. The route today covers a variety of landscapes. This is a day for discovering the rural heart of Cuba as we pass through small communities dedicated to agriculture and charcoal production. We ride through the biggest marshland in Cuba (Zapata's Peninsula), stopping at Playa Giron for a chance to learn about the CIA backed ‘Bay of Pigs’ invasion in 1961. From here we have a short ride to lunch in Caleta Buena, a natural sea pool teeming with tropical fish. Afterwards we continue by bus to Playa Larga where we’ll again stay in casas particulares. Today's driving is approx. 1.5 hours. Casa Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Day 13 Cycle to organic farm for lunch: transfer to Matanzas. A short transfer to Jaguey Grande just beyond the National Motorway takes us to our starting point. Today we ride alongside citrus plantations in the heart of the island, arriving in time for a country lunch at ‘Finca Coincidencia’ an organic farm in the centre of Matanzas province. The property is home to a family venture that combines farming, art and eco-friendly agricultural methods. In the afternoon, we transfer north to the city of Matanzas where we’ll spend the night. Today's driving time is approx. 2 hours. Standard Hotel Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Day 14 To Havana via Playa Jibacoa. For the final ride of the tour we depart directly from the hotel in Matanzas, climbing out of the city as we leave and head westwards. The first section of the route may involve encountering some road traffic, however after we turn near the town of Ceiba Mocha and begin the climb to Picadura Valley pass, we’ll soon find ourselves in peaceful and beautiful surroundings where we can enjoy valley views and the occasional small village. After reaching the lookout point we are rewarded with a long stretch of flat/downhill roads that take us all the way to the Caribbean coastline. We end the ride at the beach, arriving in time to have lunch at a hotel, make the most of an all-inclusive pool bar, and of course having a well-earnt swim and cool down in the water! From Playa Jibacoa we then drive back to the Miramar district of Havana in time to grab a shower and get ready to enjoy the last night of the tour in the capital. Today's driving time is approx. 1.5 hours. Standard Hotel Meals included: Breakfast Lunch Day 15 Sightseeing in Havana; transfer to the airport. Today there is a city tour of old Havana, described as a living museum, with its marvellous monuments, cathedrals and palaces. We will lunch at the famous Hemingway haunt La Bodeguita del Medio, and have the chance to try his favourite Mojito cocktail (made with rum, lime, mint and sugar). After lunch we transfer to the airport for those on the group flight to London. Passengers travelling independently will leave the group in Havana. Meals included: Breakfast Lunch
Cuba British and most Western European passport holders do not require a visa but do require a tourist card. Your Cuban tourist card (valid for 30 days) is included and will be posted to you by Exodus approx. 4 weeks before travel. We will send instructions on how to fill it in but please be careful doing this as any mistakes may result in you having to purchase a new card at a cost of GBP15.00 per person. We will send a tourist card free of charge as long as you live at a UK or Ireland address and are national of an EU country, Canada, Australia, New Zealand or Japan. If you are not national of one of these countries or are not resident in the UK or Eire you must contact your nearest Cuban Consulate to check what visa is required - Exodus cannot provide a tourist card for you. The Cuban entry immigration is time consuming and most visitors encounter delays when queuing for entry into the country. The Cuban Government passed a law stating that all tourists visiting Cuba must have travel insurance to cover medical costs. You are likely to be asked to provide proof of your travel insurance policy when you arrive at Havana airport, so please ensure your documents are easily accessible. Whilst we hope that things will change in the near future, due to present US policy, we cannot take US citizens on our trips to Cuba.
Cuba There are no mandatory vaccination requirements. Recommended vaccinations are: Tetanus, Hepatitis A. We are advised that there is no risk of malaria. Dengue fever is a known risk in places visited. It is a tropical viral disease spread by daytime biting mosquitoes. There is currently no vaccine or prophylaxis available for Dengue, and therefore the best form of prevention is to avoid being bitten. We recommend you take the usual precautions to avoid mosquito bites. Zika fever is a mosquito‐borne viral disease and a known risk in places visited on this trip. There is currently no vaccine or prophylaxis available and therefore the best form of prevention is to avoid being bitten. We recommend you take the usual precautions to avoid mosquito bites. For the latest information please visit www.exodus.co.uk/zika‐virus‐q‐a. The above information can change at short notice; as we are not qualified to answer all your questions about travel health we strongly recommend you contact your Medical Professional or a Travel Health Clinic at least 8 weeks prior to departure for up‐to‐date information.
Hotels & Casas Particulares You will spend 10 nights in hotels and 4 nights in Casas Particulares (in Trinidad, Playa Larga and Cienfuegos). All of our Cuban itineraries include staying in privately-run 'Casas Particulares' in at least one destination as an alternative to staying in standard hotels. These are traditional Cuban properties that enable you to have a rewarding insight into the local lifestyle and culture by staying as a guest in a Cuban home. Rooms are on a twin-share basis, with air conditioning, and some hotels have swimming pools. Please note that power cuts do regularly occur in Cuba, and hot water supplies are not always guaranteed.
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Reviewed January 2018 Ken Humphris Trip: Cycling Cuba Cycle Cuba Good trip, superb guide, interesting journey. Of 8 on the trip, 6 came back with (subsequently medically-diagnosed) Giardia. Not Exodus' fault, but people should be made aware of this problem so that they seek medical attention earlier. This is more than holiday tummy. I have been on many guided holidays, not only with Exodus, and our guide on this trip was probably the best we've encountered. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? bjhghj What did you think of your group leader? jhgjgjhg Do you have any advice for potential travellers? kjkjjgh Is there anything else you would like to add? kbjgj
Reviewed June 2017 Heather Algar Trip: Cycling Cuba June Cuba Ride The most favourite group of the five Exodus trips I have experienced, but the least favourite of the holidays. This trip certainly isn't moderate in May/June as the weather conditions are challenging. Over 35 degrees every day and high humidity on the bike is no easy feat! Long transfers and head winds add to the interest. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Finishing the day cycling the Sierra Maestra. Beautiful scenery and challenging riding, a real achievement for everyone. Closely followed by swimming in the Caribbean surrounded by tropical fish, a real highlight. What did you think of your group leader? Disinterested and disengaged. Very wordy, some of the long bus transfers felt like a long day on the school bus being fed propaganda Not really proactive or showing any anticipation of his guests needs, more about how much he knew and making sure he let us know! I understand he has been guiding this trip for some time, perhaps he is just bored. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Train, train, train! Bring gels and electrolyte tablets with you to keep hydrated, and bring an open mind. Cuba is a third world country, things are not up to a Western standard so take is into account. Is there anything else you would like to add? Most hotels were fine, the last night prior to returning to Havana is substandard and needs to be removed or upgraded. Train up, bring your own comfortable seat and snacks and enjoy.
Reviewed April 2017 Robert Pratt Trip: Cycling Cuba Cycling through Cuba and it's history A fantastic holiday for those keen to experience the delights of this vibrant and happy country. The cycling is tough, lots of hills and a strong headwind much of the time, not to mention the potholes and exhaust fumes! But in the saddle you get to see the real Cuba, off the beaten track, the smiling Cuban faces, the simple Cuban homes and the wonderful Cuban music - all in warm weather and clear skies. We did however not expect the fantastic history lesson that we received from our leader, who left no stone unturned in his explanations of the events prior to, during and post the Revolution of the 1950s. By the end of the holiday we had all gained a much better understanding of the Cuban way of life and we found ourselves being intrigued as to what the future might hold for this amazing country. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Understanding the Revolution in great detail was inspirational, but seeing inside the simple homes of a doctor and a university professor and seeing how a 'ration shop' worked, made a big impact on me. What did you think of your group leader? Our group leader Carlos was excellent and could have done no more to make this holiday truly memorable. So close were we that there were 'wet eyes' as we said our goodbyes to fly back to London Do you have any advice for potential travellers? This holiday really suits keen road cyclists. Many sections of the route involved long straight roads against the prevailing wind in very hot sun! There was very little 'off-road', which for me personally (as a mountain biker) was a bit disappointing. Many of the roads were busy and Cuba has plenty of very inefficient diesel lorries and buses belching out black fumes. Is there anything else you would like to add? Cubans are not wealthy people but you don't see many unhappy Cubans. You do see plenty of beautiful smiling children's faces as they wave at you passing by. You do hear fantastic live music just about everywhere. You will have to queue up and the bureaucracy can seem senseless and frustrating at times, so don't expect much to happen too quickly.
Reviewed April 2017 Jackie Johns Trip: Cycling Cuba Cycling Cuba Excellent trip cycling around the Caribbean island of Cuba. It was like going back in time to the 50s with the old American cars and basic lifestyle. Free from phone and Wi-Fi for 2 weeks was a bonus for me! What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Seeing the "real" Cuba away from the tourist hot spots and living like a local. The snorkelling was brilliant on the Catamaran trip What did you think of your group leader? Laz was a brilliant guide, so knowledge and passionate about his home country. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Pack a scarf or some form of cover for your face as some of the vehicles do chuck out some smoke!! Wear plenty of sunscreen, the heat is deceiving when you are cycle with a head wind. Wear sunscreen on your lips too - a few of our group had blistered lips. Pack some toilet paper. Cycling shorts and a gel saddle are a must. It can get chilly in the evening so pack a cardi/pashmina. Ear plugs are also handy as some hotels are on main roads. Mask and snorkel if you go on the catamaran trip. Ladies a turban towel for your hair as most places only provide one towel each. I wore a pair of closed toe open sandals which were ideal for keeping your feet cool. Also some sort of carrier for your bike to hold camera, money, tissues etc is handy Is there anything else you would like to add? Don't expect luxury! Food is very basic - rice and beans! Supplies are limited in Cuba so don't expect an a la carte menu. But, don't let this put you off - as long as you are prepared for this you wont be disappointed and our group found it quite amusing. Don't expect Wi-Fi or phone signal
Reviewed March 2017 Ruth Hill Trip: Cycling Cuba Not the greatest cycling holiday we have had Cuba is very 3rd world. The standard of the accommodation was very variable and at times frankly unacceptable. Much of the cycling was on very busy roads with ancient lorries putting out thick black exhaust fumes. The island had its prettier parts but on the whole was flat and uninteresting. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? We enjoyed the very few off main roads rides What did you think of your group leader? He was very good. The driver also very helpful and safe Do you have any advice for potential travellers? You may well enjoy the experience but there are lots of downsides to travel in Cuba Is there anything else you would like to add? Accommodation needs to be upgraded. The bikes we used also had very limited adjustment to personal needs.
Reviewed March 2017 Christopher Peacock Trip: Cycling Cuba Cycling in Cuba A very interesting and enjoyable trip, the combination of the cycling, scenery, culture, history and music made for a memorable experience. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Making it to the hotel in Sierra Maestre. What did you think of your group leader? Liesner was very knowledgeable about Cuba and it's history. He was always helpful and considerate, and a very fit cyclist. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Be flexible in your expectations of hotels, plumbing and food. Although not to European standards the rooms were always clean and functional. The food while not varied was interesting and some cases well cooked and presented. Is there anything else you would like to add? I would have preferred more time at the destinations, more snorkelling and less time on the coach. I think covering the whole island in one trip is over ambitious, but it was still an excellent and absorbing holiday.
Reviewed February 2017 Ruth Bass Trip: Cycling Cuba Unforgettable This was our first group cycling holiday and our first trip with Exodus and it did not disappoint. The cycling is really well planned with great backup and the places we visited combined to give us a varied taste of this unique and fascinating country. We found ourselves in great company - the group really gelled and we had a ball. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? The views in the Sierra Maestre, the most challenging cycling day - reward for our effort; the atmosphere of Trinidad at sundown and the music, the people and sights by the roadside throughout the trip, the walk in the forest on day 10, snatched swims in pools and the sea and the fabulous evening out in Havana that rounded off an unforgettable holiday What did you think of your group leader? Angel was just the best - calm and kind, managing all the unknowns one encounters in Cuba expertly.His insights into life in Cuba were comprehensive, and utterly fascinating - history and facts of course but always delivered with personal anecdotes and in a funny and insightful manner. We all loved him. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Talk yourself out of using WiFi any more than is absolutely essential - it's frustrating, expensive and hard to come by. Have a break! Also, as Exodus advise, if you want snacks of any kind or hydration additives do take them as there is very little available, same goes for suncream - basically take all you need with you and don't rely on shopping . Is there anything else you would like to add? Whilst it was not Angel's fault (everything else he organised hit the button) we all felt very let down by the catamaran trip from Trinidad and cannot recommend it, it did not deliver what was advertised and we felt ripped off.
Reviewed February 2017 Simon Tomlinson Trip: Cycling Cuba Cycling Cuba Having wanted to visit Cuba for many years I'm convinced this was a great way to do it. It is a fascinating country with a turbulent history. The people and their ability to 'make do' when they have so little is inspirational. Never having been on a guided, group cycling tour before I was unsure what to expect and it took a few days to settle into the format. Apart from the opportunity to see and learn about the country the other great aspect of the trip was the other people on it. They were a lovely group of people each with an interesting life story to tell and cycling presents a great way to chat to people during those hours in the saddle. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? The people. Cuba is a country with many problems including a broken economy and yet its people manage somehow to get by no doubt helped by the music, the dancing and the rum (one of the few "foods" that's neither rationed nor expensive)! What did you think of your group leader? Lismar was great. Very knowledgeable about Cuba and its history, careful in the management of expectations (some of its Russian built hotels are not in great shape), and all presented with good humour. I always felt he tried to go the extra mile, arranging extra tours and visits in addition to what was described and finding interesting Restaurants where possible. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? They say you shouldn't go to Cuba for the food and its true. Its bland, overcooked and with very limited choice - fried chicken, fried pork, fried fish with rice and beans just about sums it up. More to the point though most of our group had stomach upsets, some more than once. Its hard to know what the cause was but hygiene in the government run hotels and restaurants (which is most of them) is probably not great. The privately run restaurants and Casas are probably safer and definitely better quality. Be prepared to spend a long time in the coach. Cuba is a surprisingly large country with generally poor roads so getting about takes time. If you plan to take up the Cayo Levisa extension be aware that its quite a long way from Havana and none of the activities (the main reason we went) run on a Sunday (the only full day we had there). It is a beautiful island though and the food quality is an improvement on any of the other state run places we stayed. Is there anything else you would like to add? The cycling itself on this tour was a bit of a mixed bag. In the first week we seemed to spend quite a bit of time on flatish, straight roads with quite a bit of traffic. The worst part was the decrepit cars and trucks belching out thick clouds of black smoke - I feel like I had a lifetime's worth of exposure to diesel particulates on this holiday. Some of the days were also not well planned in that we would take the coach somewhere, get out and cycle for a bit and then get back on the coach. One of the off road sections in the first week didn't happen as apparently the track is impassible. It sometimes felt like cycling for the sake of it. In the second week it got more interesting. The best day was one where we actually cycled from one hotel to the next giving a much greater sense of having achieved something.
Reviewed February 2017 Karen Wallace Trip: Cycling Cuba Exhilarating and fun This was my first every cycling holiday. I was never a cyclist and although fit cycled moe in this cortnight than i have in my life comvined....but i did it...never once riding in the bus...although there qas no ahame in that! Although one of the weaker cylists i was encouraged by the others and felt a treme dous sense of accomplishment to have completed it. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Actually not riding the bus.....altnough i had to walk short stretches on the mountainous day...i did it. The other cyclists were wondèful and our vuide, Lee superb. He woas encouraging, funny and so knowledgeable about the history and the places we visited. We all swear he has a photographic memory.! The sight seeing was perfect and the rides interesting especially when we went tbrough small towns and villages where even the school childen chered us on like celebrities. What did you think of your group leader? FANTASTIC! Incredily knowledgeable and always there to help. On the tough cycling day he stayed behind with me encouraging me all the way. Our drivers too were excellent and always there with help and a joke. They made the whole experience wonderful. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Bring pens and makers and sweets to give to the kids along the way. They flock round you, not begging but a oen or marker is a prize to them. The people are delightfyl and friendly and it is a pleasure to be able to give them something little that they really appreciate. At the end of tbe trip we asked our gyide if we could leave clothes or toiletries behind and he happily took them to give to needy people...so pack some old clothes. Is there anything else you would like to add? I am already looking at other trips with Exodus. I felt it was extremely well organised and the informafion given accurate.
Reviewed February 2017 William Dalzell Trip: Cycling Cuba Cycling Cuba Overall good experience with some interesting cycling towards the end of the tour . Cuba is a big island and a lot is crammed in resulting in the tour having an attritional feel with some tedious transfers and insufficient time to explore places such as Camaguey, Bayamo, Santiago de Cuba and for those not staying extra days, particularly Havana. What was the most inspirational moment of your trip? Time spent in Havana but I thought the most typically West Indian place was El Salton, which was gorgeous. What did you think of your group leader? Lismar is excellent, his English impressive and he is a font of information and a strong cyclist, too. Do you have any advice for potential travellers? Be careful of your food and drink - not only what you eat and drink (tummy bugs galore with our group) but what could have become mixed with it _ Rosie found a large piece of broken glass in her glass at the first lunch stop by the wharf in Old Havana( which Lismar took up with management) and more broken glass in her ice cream at the lunch stop at Santa Clara. Is there anything else you would like to add? Day 1 would have been much better if some attempt had been made for the party to meet up, at least for a drink at Hotel Memories. As it was we were rather left there kicking our heels and waiting to meet the group on day 2. Hotel Memories is ok but too remote for anyone hoping to explore Havana. Three other hotels were drab, tatty with unappetising food - Hotel Camaguey, Hotel Sierra Maestra and Hotel San Jose del Lago.
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