CUBA ART AND MUSIC TOUR
A Cultural, Musical, Art Tour
Celebrate Cuba's magic art and music scene. Enjoy incredible music, ballet, artists and more on this Cuban support interactive journey.
DAY 1, November 7th:
• Arrive Havana, Cuba!
• Welcome Cocktail Party with live Cuban Flamenco musician.
• Dinner at a local paladar.
• Lodging in Havana Vieja.
• Interact with Cubans as you visit live music shows of Jazz, Son, Timba.
DAY 2, November 8th:
• Breakfast at hotel
• Walking guided tour of Havana Vieja. Visit historic plazas and immerse in conversations with the locals.
• Visit Partagas cigar factory.
• Home visit with top Cuban Musicians led by Roberto Carcassés, Piano, with Trumpet, Bass and Drums • Exchange ideas about Contemporary Cuban music.
• For night owls - Interactivo at Bertolt Brecht Theater. One of the best live shows in town and maybe jam with the local musicians.
DAY 3, November 9th:
• Breakfast at hotel
• Free time to explore and chat with Cubans
• Afternoon - Museo Bellas Artes tour
• Cuban Artist studio visit, Gustavo del Valle
• Fustalandia (Gaudi-like fantasy folk area)
• Possible live Cuban music concert or local exchange with area musicians.
DAY 4, November 10th:
• Breakfast at hotel.
• Drive to Matanzas for a musical exchange with very talented Cubans.
• Visit Los Muñequitos de Matanzas as they perform in their loft. They are the most respected and talented folkloric ensembles in Cuba.
• Evening musical exchange in Vedado.
DAY 5, November 11th:
• Breakfast at hotel
• Painter’s building in Habana Vieja. Private workshop- Zaida del Rio, Ernesto Rancano, Carlos Guzman, Roberto Fabelo.
• Dinner at La Fontana Restaurant. One of the most romantic restaurants in Havana.
• Night. Live music everywhere. Time to explore, meet the musicians, share your style, dance!
DAY 6, November 12th:
• Breakfast at Hotel
• Drive through Art Deco neighborhood off 5th Ave.
• Afternoon - Brass class at Scorpion Recording Studios
• Early Afternoon - Callejón de Hamel– rhumba dance with instructor.
• Night – Fabrica del Arte club – art space, concert hall, night club and interaction with Cubans
DAY 7, November 13th:
• Breakfast at Hotel
• Free day to explore, rest, play music, chat with the Cubans.
• Night- National Ballet -Alicia Alonzo Theater, Havana Central
• Late night drink at Espacio in Miramar
DAY 8, November 14th:
• Breakfast at hotel
• Depart for Jose Marti Airport for flight home.
Cost: Only $2499 per person/double occupancy.
$500 single supplement
Included in your tour cost:
• Airport transfers: From José Martí Int'l Airport and return.
• All breakfasts and welcome dinner. Other lunches and dinners as listed in tour itinerary.
• All activities, services, speakers, meetings and meals as described in tour itinerary except those noted as "optional" or "not included in cost."
• Air-conditioned transportation and a full-time driver.
• Mandatory Cuban medical insurance coverage during your island stay.
Not included in your tour cost:
• International airfare to and from Cuba. EAC Tours will assist and advise with the coordination of the best flights.
• Cuba Tourist Visa
• Gratuities for Cuban tour guide, bus driver, chambermaids, restaurant staff, porters, etc. Please inquire about recommended gratuities guidelines.
• Optional travel interruption and cancellation insurance with USI Affinity. Please visit - https://www.eactours.com/travel-insurance