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In the Heart of Havana (seven nights
and six days)
On this retreat you will have ample
opportunity to experience the energy and life of Cuba’s capital city. Come share
seven nights and six days of yoga in the heart of vibrant Havana. Our yoga
facility is located in Old Havana, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and
participants will stay in nearby casas particulares, government-licensed
Cuban-style Bed & Breakfasts. Cuba is renowned for the generosity and warmth of
its people. Cuban families will welcome you into their homes providing
comfortable accommodations and delicious meals. This will be a chance to
practice your Spanish and to learn about Cuban life, history, and perspectives.
Sample Tour Summary and Inclusions:
Day One:
Upon arrival in Havana you will be
introduced to your Cuban hosts. Reception and orientation. Celebration dinner.
Free time to explore Havana’s nightlife.
Day Two:
Pranayama and yoga, breakfast, Cuban
dance workshop, lunch on your own, guided stroll around Old Havana, free time,
yoga, dinner, free time.
Day Three:
Pranayama and yoga, breakfast, Cuban
dance workshop, lunch on your own, guided stroll around Old Havana, free time,
yoga, dinner, free time.
Day Four:
Pranayama and yoga, breakfast, Cuban
dance workshop, lunch on your own, Visit to the Cuban Yoga Association, yoga,
dinner, visit to La Cabana Fortress and Vedado.
Day Five:
Pranayama and yoga, breakfast, Visit
to Santa Maria Beach (east of Havana) and lunch, free time, yoga, dinner, free
time.
Day Six:
Pranayama and yoga, breakfast, Cuban
dance workshop, lunch on your own, visit to a Santeria museum, free time, yoga,
dinner, free time.
Day Seven:
Pranayama and yoga, breakfast,
percussion exhibition, lunch on your own, visit to Artisan market on Cathedral
Square, yoga, free time, farewell dinner and cabaret show and dancing.
Day Eight:
Breakfast, pack up, and arrange
transfers to airport, unless staying on independently. Participants are invited
to extend their stay and continue to enjoy Cuba.
Tour would include:
- Studio time for six days of yoga, pranayama, and meditation – two
classes a day
- Seven nights accommodation in Havana in comfortable casas
particulares (government-licensed Cuban-style Bed & Breakfasts)
- Delicious homemade Cuban meals, vegetarian or non-vegetarian,
including all breakfasts and dinners
- Special welcome and farewell dinner celebrations
- Four days of Cuban dance lessons (Salsa!)
- Cuban Percussion Exhibition
- Guided walking tours through historic Old Havana (Habana Vieja)
- Day trip to Santa Maria Beach, east of Havana, including lunch
- Guided tours to the Cubano Fortress, Vedado, and the Santeria Museum
in Havana (Transportation and entrance fees included)
- Introduction to the Cuba Yoga Association
Tour would not include:
- International Airfare/departure taxes
- Cuban tourist visa (approximately USD$20)
- Cancellation & Medical insurance
- Meals/drinks not specified in the itinerary
- Items of a personal nature or any items not specified as being
included
Price:
Tour Price Per Person (Land Only)
Tour price will depend on size of
group and month travelling. We estimate the cost to be between USD $1150 - $1400
per person, land only. Please contact us for a detailed quote for your specific
group.
Please ask us for details on flights
to Havana.
Talk to us about planning an extended
experience in Cuba. We can arrange additional accommodations, tours, excursions,
and language lessons in Havana and other parts of Cuba at reasonable prices.
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