Day One Havana (D) Arrive Jose Marti International Airport Havana

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Day One Havana (D)
Arrive Jose Marti International Airport Havana and transfer to the hotel. Take a stroll to acquaint
yourself with the beautiful surroundings. Relax and settle in with dinner in the hotel.
Day 2 Havana (B,L,D)
Breakfast in the hotel. We meet in Old Havana and take a walking tour beginning from the Old
Square dating from 1559. Surrounded by gorgeous colonial buildings this square was a site for
executions, bull fights and fiestas. Another 'must-see' is the Plaza de la Catedral (Cathedral Square).
The magnificent church at its centre is a sketcher's dream. We will allow time for you to sketch in the
square or near surrounds. You might find time for a quick Mojito at Hemingway' s bar around the
corner.
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Drawing in Old Havana
Lunch in Old Havana
We will then walk to the National Museum of Arts and get a first-hand experience of Cuba's rich
artistic history including a lecture providing an “Overview of Cuban Painting”. This magnificent
gallery houses Cuba's national collection, considered the greatest in the Caribbean. We will then
continue the tour in New Havana and see the Revolution Square, the site of Fidel Castro's famous
speeches to huge political rallies of over a million Cubans.
Dinner in the Hotel
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Day 3 Havana (B,L)
After breakfast we travel to a vantage point in Havana chosen by Carlos your art instructor. This may
change according to the time of year and weather, but will be selected for it's location and aesthetic
appeal.
After lunch we visit the home of Jose Rodriguez Fuster. Fuster has devoted his life and art to the
memory of the great Spanish architect, Antoni Gaudi. He has not only turned his home into a living
art work but has engaed his whole neighbourhood in his vision!
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Dinner on own. We will recommend some of the local restaurants that are part of the new Cuba
An evening cultural option will be provided. We generally try to see the famous National Ballet
Company or the Camerata orchestra if they are performing.
N.B Activities may change depending on dates and availability
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Day 4 Havana (B,L)
After breakfast we travel to Finca Vieja, Ernest Hemingway's home and museum, built in 1886. This
is where Hemmingway wrote some of his most famous works, For Whom the Bell Tolls, The Old
Man and the Sea and A Moveable Feast. This gorgeous home and rambling landscaped grounds
overlooks all of Havana. It has been preserved just as Hemingway left it with all his books, quirky
trinkets and his wooden motor launch. ( Pilar )
We lunch at "Las Terrazas de Cojimar" specialising in freshly-caught local seafood.
After lunch we return to Old Havana where you will have free time to draw, take a classic car ride
around the city, or wander the streets enjoying the music that drifts out of every bar and restaurant.
Tonight will visit the Cafe Laurent and enjoy the Basque-based menu of Havana chef, Dayron Aviles
Alfonso.
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Drawing in Old Havana
Day 5 Havana - Soroa - Vinales Valley (B, L, D)
After breakfast we depart early for Pine del Rio. This province produces some of Cuba's finest
tobacco and high quality cigars are produced for the elite world market. En route we visit "Aptio de
Peregrin". This is a community project that trains rural youth in the arts. Here you will have the
opportunity to try some traditional, organically-grown Cuban food. We move on to Vinales Valley
and visit the incredible Mural de Prehistorica; an enormous mural painted on a cliff side depicting a
huge snail, dinosaurs, sea monsters and humans symbolising the theory of evolution.
We return to our hotel which affords stunning valley views - a great opportunity to get out the
sketch book.
After dinner enjoy an evening of live Cuban music and dance at "Polo Montanez" in Vinales square.
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Day 6 Vinales (B, L, D)
After breakfast we will visit a tobacco farm and learn about this iconic part of Cuban life and culture.
Lunch in a local restaurant
Afternoon we will try some open air landscape drawing in Vinales. Vinales is renowned as Fidel
Castro's favourite part of Cuba and is world heritage listed for it's natural beauty in particular "The
Mogotoes"; the large
limestone mountains
seen only here and in
Guangxi Zhuang, China.
This area is known for its
authentic, traditional
tobacco farming.
Tobacco is grown and
dried here much as it
has for hundreds of
years, by hand and oxen
and transported to
market by horse and
cart.
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Dinner in hotel and optional evening cultural program.
Day 7 Vinales - Cienfuegos (B,L,D)
After an early
breakfast we head
to the Caribbean
side of the island
with a break for
lunch on the way.
Arrive in Cienfuegos.
After you check into
your hotel you
might wish to
stretch your legs
with a walk along
the Malecon
( the
harbour front) and
familiarise yourself
with the city.
Dinner in Hotel
Enjoy a relaxed evening by the pool or walk around Cienfuegos square where the locals meet and
see this beautiful city under lights.
Day 8 Cienfuegos (B,D)
After breakfast we go
to our first print
making class at the
Sociedad print making
workshop. Here we will
be guided through the
print making process
with local experts. For
those who are
interested, this is a
great opportunity to
purchase some
amazing art works on
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paper from local artists.
Lunch in Cienfuegos
After lunch enjoy a walking tour of Cienfuegos. The unique culture in Cienfuegos is attributed its
ancestry as a French enclave. This is in fact the only French city in Cuba, with many French colonists
moving here after the slave uprising in Haiti in 1791, many more came directly from Louisiana. The
French influence is reflected in the wide streets and typical 19th century French colonial
architecture. Many of the buildings are UNESCO World Heritage listed.
Dinner in the hotel
After dinner you may want to enjoy a cultural performance at the recently restored Tomás Terry
Theatre. This theatre is one of the finest eclectic buildings in the region with both Spanish and
French influences. It has been restored to its former glory, embellished with Carrara marble, a
horseshoe-shaped layout with two levels of seating in hand-carved Cuban hardwoods and topped
with whimsical ceiling frescoes. The theatre has seen many famous performers including Enrique
Caruso, Anna Pavlova and Sarah Bernhardt.
Day 9 Cienfuegos (B)
After breakfast we return to the print making workshop for part two of our print making experience.
Lunch in
Cienfuegos
After lunch visit to
a small fishing
community who
are encouraging
the youth to be
involved in art
and theatre.
Afterwards free
time to explore
Cienfuegos,
maybe sketch or
visit one of the
galleries in town
or simply relax
and enjoy the
atmosphere of
this Caribbean
jewel.
Evening dinner in local restaurant.
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Day 10 Cienfuegos - Trinidad (B,L,D)
After breakfast we have our last session at the print makers where will be able to see the results of
our work. After finishing here we move on down the Caribbean coast to Trinidad. It’s easy to see
why Trinidad has been called “the museum city of Cuba.” The meticulously preserved town offers a
window into the past, from its sprawling colonial palaces and plazas to its remnants of sugar mills
and slave barracks from another era. Soak up the rich Spanish colonial architecture during your
walking tour of this unique city. There hasn't been a new building added since the beginning of the
19th century and the first road to Trinidad wasn't opened until 1972!
Lunch in Trinidad
After lunch check into your spectacular all-inclusive hotel, right on the Caribbean Sea. Have a swim
in these warm, gentle waters. Soak up this tropical paradise and enjoy a spectacular Caribbean
sunset with a Pina Colada
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Day 11 Trinidad (B,L,D)
After breakfast we explore Trinidad , do some sketching, take in the markets, galleries and vistas.
This place is an artist's dream with every street, building and square offering a unique glimpse into
an era long forgotten.
Lunch
After lunch you may want to keep drawing and exploring or return to the hotel for some beach, sun
and a mojito
Dinner in hotel or you may wish to visit "Vista Gourmet" , a private rooftop restaurant in Trinidad.
After dinner you can enjoy an evening of music and dance at the casa De La Trova in Trinidad square.
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Day 12 Trinidad - Santa Clara (B,L,D)
After breakfast we check-out early in the morning to drive to the Santa Clara memorial . It is here
that Che Guevara is buried along with 29 of his fellow combatants killed in Bolivia in 1967. Their
remains were recovered and brought here 30 years later, to be buried on the site of the Cuban
Revolution’s final battle, led by Guevara.
Lunch with live Cuban musicians typical of the country music genre.
After lunch enjoy a visit to a local arts high school where there will be a tour and a short
performance by the musicians and dancers. You'll love this opportunity to mingle with the locals and
get some insight into the importance of arts education in Cuba.
Check-In at hotel and dine in the hotel restaurant.
After dinner enjoy a walk around the beautiful square in Santa Clara. This is a meeting point for
many of the young locals and the magnificent bandstand hosts the accomplished community band
twice per week
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Day 13 Santa Clara - Havana (B, L)
After breakfast we depart early for Havana.
Lunch in "Divina Pastora" restaurant in Morro- Cabana Castle park. This restaurant is on the
southern shore of Havana Harbour inlet and is a spectacular vantage point to see Havana city.
After lunch we visit the home of Ileana Mulet one of Cubas most famous painters. Here you can take
part in a painting workshop with Ileana and have time to discuss her life and work with her.
Dinner on own
After dinner we have an optional visit to the Tropicana where you can experience a glamorous
cabaret show with a cast of over 200 in a tropical garden setting.
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Day 14 Havana (B,L,D)
After breakfast we set up for our exhibition in Havana. This is a low key way to show off a favourite
sketch. (no pressure!)After lunch we visit the artisan markets where you may wish to buy local art
and handicrafts.
Art Students at the exhibition
Late afternoon we have the opening of our exhibition. Friends, artists, students and the general
public will be invited. This is always a lot of fun and is often reported in the local press.
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Farewell dinner. This is where we say goodbye to all our Cuban friends we have met along our
journey.
Day 15 Havana- Home (B)
After breakfast, transfer to Jose International Airport for your flight home.
N.B Cuba is education and culturally rich but materially poor with many items difficult to
purchase. Before you depart you will be given a list of art materials you need to bring for your own
use. These will mostly small items like sketch books and pencils and your favoured drawing media.
Your art guide and companion is Carlos Camero (left). Carlos has exhibited in Spain, Mexico, Canada,
Germany, Panama, France and Chile. He is a wonderful practitioner, very experienced teacher,
holding a post at Cuba's oldest and most prestigious art school. His English is flawless and he is a
proud Cuban who loves to share his art and his country with his groups.
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Inclusions
Accommodation: Fourteen (14) nights in a central, 3- 4 star hotel (subject to availability)
Breakfasts: Daily as a group at the hotel
Lunches: Eleven (11) as a group
Dinners: Ten (10) as a group
Deluxe touring coach as required by the itinerary
Sightseeing and admissions per the itinerary
One (1) English/Spanish speaking art expert and adviser ( Carlos)
One (1) English / Spanish Speaking local tour manager with the group throughout the tour
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Exclusions
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Ground Transportation to/from your local airport and home
Meals not indicated in the itinerary
Excess or overweight baggage charges (if any)
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Day One Havana (D) Arrive Jose Marti International Airport Havana

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