Day 1 - Sunday, December 4th

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Depart Fort Lauderdale International Airport

 

Depart Fort Lauderdale international Airport for Cuba

Southwest Flight #3924
Depart: Fort Lauderdale, FL (FLL) 9:25am
Arrive: Havana, Cuba (HAV) 10:50am

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Vedado and Havana Moderna visits

 

The morning starts with a visit to Plaza de la Revolucion or Revolution Square followed by a visit of the Vedado district which highlights the architecture of the area, drive by the Mane monument, and the Malecon, Coppelia park the Havana Libre hotel, and the Rampa district. The group will visit the farmers market and other places of interest in Havana where they will have the opportunity to interact with the Cuban people.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lunch at El Aljibe

 

The nearly 69-year old secret chicken recipe developed in the 1940s has drawn the likes of Jack Nicholson, Matt Dillon and former President Jimmy Carter.  El Aljibe is one of the busiest restaurants in Havana, especially during lunchtime and is run by Sergio Garcia Macias who, with his brother Pepe, opened their first restaurant in 1947.  Named Rancho Luna, located in the countryside west of Havana, El Aljibe predecessor closed down in the early 1960s. When asked to help revive Rancho Luna in the 1990’s, Sergio agreed to open it under a new name, El Aljibe, and at a new location in the city’s busy Playa neighborhood.  Here you will enjoy delicious Cuban creole cuisine in a country-like setting where you simply must have the world-famous chicken.

Check Into Hotel

 

Check into your Hotel

Dinner at Casa Mia

 

Casa Mia is a small family restaurant that had a dream and it had come true. With a great view of the Malecon, they offer great food and one of the best customer service in Havana. You can taste delicious drinks and food at completely reasonable prices. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Day 2 - Monday, December 5th

Walking tour of the Four Plazas

 

The Four Plazas; a magical journey through five centuries of history and architecture that culminate to comprise Cuba’s first of many UNESCO World Heritage Sites – “La Habana Vieja” or Old Havana. The tour takes you on a stroll through the four main plazas, Plaza de Armas, Plaza Vieja, Plaza de San Francisco de Asis and Plaza de la Catedral, giving you an insight to the truly magnificent and powerful place Cuba held in the Caribbean for centuries. You’ll see colonial fortresses and opulent palaces highlighting the majestic architecture spanning from Spanish Colonial to Neoclassical interspersed with a mix of Baroque. Old Havana is packed with churches, cathedrals and monuments, as well as a homogeneous ensemble of private houses with arcades, balconies, wrought iron gates and internal courtyards -- many evocatively time worn, but many restored to their original majesty.  The plazas host outdoor cafes, bars and restaurants where live music is always playing, as well as art galleries and quaint shops that can range from touristic items to hand crafted gourmet chocolates and exotic spices. You will want to return to explore La Habana Vieja on our own to explore and discover its magic and mystery for yourself.

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Lunch at Doña Eutimia

Enjoy Lunch in a small place a few steps from the Cathedral Square, on the Callejon del Chorro and beside the Graphics Workshop. Doña Eutimia that offers exquisite creole food, unforgettable black beans accompanied with fried pork chops, makes this small space an experience you will not forget.

Return to the Hotel

 

Hierarchical Vespers of the Patronal Feast of Saint Nicholas.

 

Join the congregation of the Sacred Greek Orthodox Cathedral Saint Nicholas of Myra, to experience the Solemn and Hierarchical Vespers of the Patronal Feast of Saint Nicholas. 

 

Dinner at Los Mercaderes Paladar

 

In Old Havana "Los Mercaderes" paladar, combines the atmosphere of a typical colonial house (the tainted glasses, murals & frescoes, and original XIX century floors) with an excellent variety of plates coming from traditional to international with a special emphasis on fresh seafood. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Day 3 - Tuesday, December 6th

Celebrate the Liturgy at Saint Nicolas,

 

Depart for Saint Nicolas de Mira Cathedral to celebrate the Liturgy at Saint Nicolas, the first religious structure to be built in all of Cuba in 43 years, it is set in an exquisite location - the port side of Old Havana, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1982. Meet local parishioners.

Enjoy the Community Agape

 

After the Divine Liturgy for the Patronal Feast of Saint Nicholas, enjoy an Agape with the congregation of Saint Nicolas de Myra. This is a joyous occasion allowing the members of the church to meet and enjoy a meal together.

 

 

Free time to explore Old Havana

 

After the community Agape you will have some free time to explore Old Havana You can revisit the plazas or the nearby Craft Market. They will be Staff members  available to assist you. 

Return to the Hotel

 

Farewell Dinner at San Cristobal

 

Set in an early 20th Century mansion in the “Centro Habana” district of the city, San Cristobal Paladar is probably, the best restaurant in Havana. Restaurateur and Executive Chef, Carlos Cristobal Marquez, has created a uniquely engaging ambience within a cluttered, but warm, eclectic décor; each room offering a journey through a particularly iconic aspect of Cuban culture. The cuisine, Cuban Creole with a very refined and international twist, has a five-star rating by many international food critics and was enjoyed by President Barack Obama and his family during their recent visit to Havana.

Day 3 - Tuesday, December 6th

Day 4 - Wednesday, December 7th

Transfer to Jose Marti International Airport

 

Depart Havana for Fort Lauderdale International Airport

 

Cuba and her people bid you  Adios! Hasta la proxima! 

Southwest flight #3925
Departs Havana 11:55am
Arives Fort Lauderdale 1:10PM