- Itinerary
- accommodation
- What’s included
- reviews
- Salsa course
Day | Place | Meal | Details |
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1 | Arrival | N/A | Your Vamos Cuba host will pick you up at the airport and take you to your Casa.
Accommodation: Casa Particular - Comfort
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2 | Starting with Salsa Classes | B |
After breakfast Vamos Cuba host – will pick you up from your house and take you to see Havana, either state your preferences or let your guide show you their favourite places. In the afternoon you will start your 2 hour one-to-one classes. In the evening you can go out with your dance partner who will recommend you the very best Salsa venues in Havana Accommodation: Casa Particular - Comfort
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3-5 | Salsa Classes continue | B |
For the next 3 days you will have time to sleep in after your nights out or enjoy the city; simply arrange the time when your host should pick you up the day before. Two hours of one-to-one Salsa class in the afternoon. Night out with your dance partner who will also recommend you venues for the best Salsa nights
Accommodation: Casa Particular - Comfort
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6 | Free Day + Salsa class | B |
This is a free day where you have the morning and early afternoon free to do as you choose before your final salsa class. Salsa classes in the afternoon
Accommodation: Casa Particular - Comfort |
7 | Free Day | B |
A completely free day where you can either stay in Havana or take a day trip to Vinales or Las Terrazas. Whatever you choose your host can help to organise it.
Accommodation: Casa Particular - Comfort |
8 | Departure | B | Your last day. You will be picked up from your host family and driven to the airport in plenty of time to catch your flight. Option: you can extend your stay to any desired length, or if you wish to continue independently we are happy to give you tips for other places to visit. |
Casa Particular
We take comfort of our customers very seriously. When you stay at a Casa Particular (Private Homestay/B&B) chosen by Vamos*Cuba, you can be assured that it has been hand-picked based on our very selective criteria. We met personally the family who run them. We only work with people who understand and share our values. We support responsible travel and therefore working directly with the locals is the best way how to contribute to Cuban families and local economy. We want you to stay in a home which will offer all the comfort and privacy you need and bring a unique touch to your holiday. Vamos Cuba offers 3 types of homestay accommodations:
Comfort
Included as standard in all of our packages. This is the best way to get to know the locals and gain a real insight into the Cuban way of life. Your accommodation will be in a central and accessible location, you’ll have a good sized room with a private bathroom or shared between a maximum of two rooms. You’ll have access to a terrace or balcony, and your room will have air conditioning.
Independence
For those who want complete privacy; for an extra charge you can get all of the features of a Comfort Casa with the added benefit of a private entrance in the same house as the family, or a completely separate apartment. You’ll have a kitchen, private bathroom, separate living area, TV, fridge. Extra charge for 7 nights = 110GBP
Luxury
If you want a luxury but still want an authentic Cuban experience away from the hotels, then the luxury Casa is for you. You’ll have a beautifully designed and spacious room, lounge, terrace and an impressive view of either the Malecon or the City. You’ll also have a TV, phone and safety deposit box. Extra charge for 7 nights = 210GBP
Hotels in Cuba
In case you wouldn’t feel comfortable staying in Casas Particulares we can make a reservation to any hotels in Cuba. Just let us know your preferences and we will sort it out for you. Price will depend on the season and the specific hotels.
7 nights package: 580 GBP
What’s included
- 7 nights in a private family home (casa particular) with daily breakfast
- Personal airport pick-up and drop-off
- Orientation walking session in order to learn about Havana and plan the week ahead
- 5 two-hour one-to-one salsa classes
- 3 nights out with a dance partner to the salsa club of your choosing
- 3 half days with your dedicated Vamos Cuba guide who will accompany you on your chosen excursions
- Single Suplement
What’s not included
- Flights
- Meals and drinks (except breakfast)
- Entrance charges to clubs, museums, monuments and tours (Also not for the dancers and your host)
Extra/Optional
- Extra days either in Havana or anywhere else in Cuba (please contact us for more information)
- Extra hour of Salsa class or any other classes (Spanish, Music etc) = £10
Clare Hampson, April 2014, UK
"I’ve just returned from 2 weeks Salsa holiday in Havana – a solo trip partly organised by Vamos Cuba. Veronika was quick to understand that I’m a solo traveller but well travelled so I didn’t need too much hand holding but just pointing in the right direction. She sorted me out with great accommodation in a non-touristy part of town, showed me how to get around in the the local taxis and set me up with salsa lessons with one of the best dancers in town. She also organised great nights out. She’s flexible and understanding.. not pushy and loves the place. Altogether a great combination." Read More
Karl from Australia from his Salsa Holiday in Cuba:
"I had a fantastic time in Cuba. I spent approximately 3 weeks in this beautiful country learning about its people, history culture, music, dance and the daily rhythm of Cuban local life. Many thanks to Veronika for organizing my trip on the drop of the hat. I had a great local guide who made my…"Read More
Daniela from the UK on her Salsa & Spanish Holiday:
“Veronika, you have done a brilliant job bringing together a team of excellent professionals – Odalys and Yoerlis, who are both highly qualified, competent and lovely in their personalities – teaching Spanish and Salsa – as well as finding great accommodation for us. I absolutely loved the view from Casa Mable’s balcony over Centro Habana towards the Malecon. ” Read More
Salsa course:
You will have the exclusive opportunity to learn from the best teacher of the country. Our teachers are great dancers and professors of very prestige dance companies in Cuba. Some of them performed around the world, including Great Britain.
In the first hour your teacher will check on your dance level and introduce you to Cuban salsa (Casino); the principals of the dance and the movement. You will learn the basic steps of Casino and body movement.This course also includes Rumba, Son or Cha Cha Cha.
Salsa Dance Partners: All students of salsa will have a Cuban dance partner throughout the salsa classes, which will enable you to get a really deep understanding of authentic Cuban salsa. With your own dance partner the course is a far more intensive and rewarding learning experience. They will also go out to the Salsa clubs.
