We Love —
- See another side of Cuba from the sea - a view that most visitors never experience, all from a luxury, private yacht
- You will have the choice of two itineraries. Travel from Havana to Cienfuegos or from Cienfuegos to Havana - both offer the same destinations and tours
- Take advantage of some great optional tours that can be booked on board so you can tailor your experience to however you want it
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Your Destination —
You will dive into a Colonial world and gaze at the natural beauties of island both on its seashore as well as on its mountaintops. Each day you will discover a new port of call, a hidden cove with crystal blue waters to cool you, a glimpse of history to amaze you and rich cultural diversity to intrigue you.
What's Included? —
• Return flights from the UK
• Overseas airport transfers
• Accomodation double or twin cabin with private SH/WC and air conditioning
• Full board - American buffet breakfast and two meals daily, including a Welcome Cocktail, and Captain's Dinner
• Regular (filter) coffee, tea and still mineral water free all day
• Use of fishing and snorkelling equipment (subject to availability)
• English speaking Cruise Escort
• Port taxes
What's Excluded?
• Beverages (except those mentioned above)
• Shore excursions on the islands or other land arrangements
• Crew gratuities
• Passenger personal expenses
Our Offers —
Offer 1: 7 night itinerary Havana to Cienfuegos in a Category A Cabin
Offer 2: 7 night itinerary Havana to Cienfuegos in a Category B Cabin
Offer 3: 7 night itinerary Havana to Cienfuegos in a Category C Cabin
Offer 4: 8 night itinerary Cienfuegos to Havana in a Category A Cabin
Offer 5: 8 night itinerary Cienfuegos to Havana in a Category B Cabin
Offer 6: 8 night itinerary Cienfuegos to Havana in a Category C Cabin
Your Itinerary - Havana to Cienfuegos (Itinerary 1) —
Embarkation 3 to 4 pm at Sierra Maestra Cruise Terminal.
Welcome cocktails and briefings, safety drill – Welcome dinner – Overnight in harbour.
Day 2 - Havana
Choose from the 2 half day optional excursions in colourful and vibrant Old Havana, founded by the Spaniards in 1519 in the natural harbor of the Bay of Havana and now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy a guided exploration on foot through Old Havana streets and squares, soaking up the vibrant atmosphere and taking in the rhythmic sounds all around. We will stop to see the scale model of the Old City, to the "Gaspar Melchor de Jovellanos" Workshop/School for artisans and craftspeople specialising in monuments restoration.
Alternatively you can take the optional full day excursion with lunch in the Pinar del Rio province. We will go inland to visit the Valley of Vinales, one of Cuba's most scenic regions. You will be amazed by a unique landscape and by the "magotes", dramatic rock formations and by the 18th century city of Vinales all of which contributed to make the Valley a Unesco World Heritage site.
Cuban Night – Overnight in Havana.
Take one of the optional walking Havana Tours in the Old City or chose the optional excursion to the Artemisa Region outside Havana. We will drive by bus to the UNESCO designated Biosphere Reserve Las Terrazzas, in the mountainous Sierra del Rosario area. This is perfect chance to discover this beautiful region including an old/colonial 18th century coffee plantation and also observe life in rural Cuba with visits to the local family doctor, nurse, clinic, an elementary school, community museum, local artists homes and studios. Lunch on board. Afterwards the ship leaves Havana and sails early in the afternoon to Cabo San Antonio.
Overnight at sea.
Day 4 - Cabo San Antonio Los Morros
Morning arrival in Cabo San Antonio, on the westernmost tip of Cuba. Today our optional excursion will take us to the "Guanahacabibes" National Park, one of the country's largest nature reserves. Meet with the naturalists and locals. The peninsula was one of the last refuges of aboriginals fleeing from the Spanish conquistadors and also holds some 140 archaeological sites linked to the life of aborigines, who were known as Guanahatabeyes. You will meet with environmentalists at the CITMA Environmental Research Station as well.
Enjoy lunch before continuing your exploration of the park with local community members and scientists to see the results of the Endangered Species Protection Projects and Environmental Education Programs. Alternatively you can spend the day at the nearby beach snorkelling and enjoying the sun and the gorgeous turquoise sea.
Overnight at sea to Cayo Largo.
Noon time arrival in Cayo Largo. Cayo Largo was formed by limestone, formed over millions of years from the remains of marine organisms, much like the ones that form coral reefs. Our optional afternoon excursion will take us to the Sea Turtle Breeding Centre and Endangered Species Protection program. We will then join coral reef experts for an amazing 2 1/2 hour guided snorkelling experience. Protected from strong sea currents, the seabed is varied and unspoiled, with an abundance of underwater caves, valleys and steep, gorgonian-encrusted walls. Late in the evening we sail away from Cayo Largo.
Overnight at sea to Casilda.
Day 6 - Casilda/Trinidad
Early morning arriving into the port of Casilda. Our full day optional excursion brings us to Trinidad, a Spanish colonial settlement once built on huge sugar fortunes and a UNESCO World Heritage site. This meticulously well-preserved Spanish colonial city, with its rich architecture, cobblestone streets, palaces and plazas, is sometimes referred to as the "museum city of Cuba." There will be stops for visits to local artists and home studios, the Museum Romantico or the Architecture Museum. After lunch, we will drive to the nearby Sugarmills Valley (Valley de los Ingenios) also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Late afternoon we set sail for Cienfuegos, arriving after midnight.
Overnight in Cienfuegos.
Day 7 - Cienfuegos
Early morning optional excursion to Playa Giron also known as the Bay of Pigs and to the Matanzas area. Visit the Bay of Pigs and the War Museum and later the Matanzas area where you will take a boat ride on the Treasure Lake and visit a replica of a Taino Indian Village and a crocodile breeding-farm. We return to the ship for a late lunch.
In the afternoon you can take the Cienfuegos optional city tour and visit the only Cuban city founded by French settlers. It is also known as the Pearl of the South. In 2005 the historic centre was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Among buildings of particular interest are the Government Palace (City Hall), San Lorenzo School, the Bishopric, the Ferrer Palace, the former lyceum, and some residential houses. Cienfuegos is the first, and an outstanding example of an architectural ensemble representing the new ideas of modernity, hygiene and order in urban planning as developed in Latin America from the 19th century.
Captain's Farewell dinner - Overnight in Cienfuegos.
Day 8 - Cienfuegos
Disembarkation 9 to 9:30 am and 3/4 hour bus transfer to Havana - Melia Cohiba Hotel.
Your Itinerary - Cienfuegos to Havana (Itinerary 2) —
Those choosing this itinerary will have a 1 night pre-cruise hotel stay at the Meliá Cohiba. The dates are as follows: 26/12, 23/01, 20/02, 06/03.
We meet at 11 am at the Melia Cohiba Hotel lobby for a drink and a free transfer by bus to Cienfuegos. After a 3 hour drive through Cuba's central regions we reach Cienfuegos and embark the Panorama between 3 and 4 pm.
Welcome briefings and cocktails, safety drill – Welcome dinner – Overnight in Cienfuegos.
Day 2 - Cienfuegos
Early morning optional excursion to Playa Giron also known as the Bay of Pigs and to the Matanzas area. Visit the Bay of Pigs and the War Museum and later the Matanzas area where you will take a boat ride on the Treasure Lake and visit a replica of a Taino Indian Village and a crocodile breeding-farm. We return to the ship for a late lunch. In the afternoon you can take the Cienfuegos optional city tour and visit the only Cuban city founded by French settlers. It is also known as the Pearl of the South.
In 2005 the historic centre was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Among buildings of particular interest are the Government Palace (City Hall), San Lorenzo School, the Bishopric, the Ferrer Palace, the former lyceum, and some residential houses. Cienfuegos is an outstanding example of an architectural ensemble representing the new ideas of modernity, hygiene and order in urban planning as developed in Latin America from the 19th century.
Cuban Night – Overnight at sea to Casilda.
Early morning arriving into the port of Casilda. Our full day optional excursion brings us to Trinidad, a Spanish colonial settlement once built on huge sugar fortunes, and a UNESCO World Heritage site. A meticulously well-preserved Spanish colonial city, with its rich architecture, cobblestone streets, palaces and plazas, it is sometimes referred to as the "museum city of Cuba." There will be stops for visits to local artists and home studios, the Museum Romantico or the Architecture Museum. After lunch, we will drive to the nearby Sugarmills Valley (Valley de los Ingenios) also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Overnight at sea to Cayo Largo.
Day 4 - Cayo Largo
Early morning arrival in Cayo Largo. Cayo Largo was formed by limestone, formed over millions of years from the remains of marine organisms, much like the ones that form coral reefs. Our optional excursion will take us to the Sea Turtle Breeding Centre and Endangered Species Protection program. We will then join coral reef experts for an amazing 2 1/2 hour guided snorkelling experience. Protected from strong sea currents, the seabed is varied and unspoiled, with an abundance of underwater caves, valleys and steep, gorgonian-encrusted walls. We return to the ship for lunch and sail to Cabo San Antonio.
Overnight at sea.
Day 5 - Cabo San Antonio Los Morros
Morning arrival in Cabo San Antonio, on the westernmost tip of Cuba. Today our optional excursion will take us to the "Guanahacabibes" National Park, one of the country's largest nature reserves. Meet with the naturalists and locals. The peninsula was one of the last refuges of aboriginals fleeing from the Spanish conquistadors and also holds some 140 archaeological sites linked to the life of aborigines, who were known as Guanahatabeyes. You will meet with environmentalists at the CITMA Environmental Research Station as well.
Enjoy lunch before continuing your exploration of the park with local community members and scientists to see the results of the Endangered Species Protection Projects and Environmental Education Programs. Alternatively you can spend the day at the nearby beach snorkelling and enjoying the sun and the gorgeous turquoise sea.
Overnight at sea to Havana.
Half day optional excursions in colourful and vibrant Old Havana, founded by the Spaniards in 1519 in the natural harbor of the Bay of Havana and now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy a guided exploration on foot through Old Havana streets and squares, soaking up the vibrant atmosphere and taking in the rhythmic sounds all around. We will stop to see the scale model of the Old City, to the "Gaspar Melchor de Jovellanos" Workshop/School for artisans and craftspeople specialising in monuments restoration. You can also chose the optional excursion to the Artemisa Region outside Havana.
We will drive by bus to the UNESCO designated Biosphere Reserve Las Terrazzas, in the mountainous Sierra del Rosario area. This is the perfect chance to discover this beautiful region including an old/colonial 18th century coffee plantation and also observe life in rural Cuba with visits to the local family doctor, nurse, clinic, an elementary school, community museum, local artists homes and studios. Lunch on board and the ship leave Havana sails early the afternoon to Cabo San Antonio.
Overnight Havana.
Day 7 - Havana
Today you can enjoy the optional full day excursion with lunch in the Pinar del Rio province. We will go inland to visit the Valley of Vinales, one of Cuba's most scenic regions. You will be amazed by a unique landscape and by the "magotes", dramatic rock formations and by the 18th century city of Vinales all of which contributed to make the Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Captains Farewell Dinner – Overnight in Havana.
Day 8 - Havana
Disembarkation 9 to 9.30am.
Your Ship —
The Panorama is a state-of-the-art, renovated sail cruiser which has performed several Atlantic Ocean crossings, has sailed from the Seychelles to Monte Carlo and from the Black Sea to Tunis and offers the highest standard of accommodation, comfort and safety.
During the day, life on board centres around the outdoor areas including the 2 bars and the sun deck. In the evening you can relax in one of the ship's two lounges, the library, or enjoy a drink while listening to piano music. The swimming platform on Panorama's stern enables you to swim in pristine secluded bays when weather and anchorage conditions permit.
Number of cabins: 25
Dining room and Saloon on Main Deck
Spacious Sun Deck
Sun loungers
Internet and Email service
Piped music
Kayaks, Snorkelling and windsurf equipment
Some services may incur additional charges, payable locally.
Your Cabin —
Our members have the choice between a Category A, B or C Cabin.
The Category A Cabins are located on the Upper or Middle Deck and benefit from having larger windows. They are air-conditioned with thermostat and fitted with central music, local TV, internal telephone, safe deposit boxes, hair dryer & en suite bathroom with shower. Bathrooms are finished in marble for a touch of luxury.
The Category B cabins are located on the Lower Deck, are slightly larger than Category C cabins and have cosy portholes. They are air-conditioned with thermostat and fitted with central music, local TV, internal telephone, safe deposit boxes, hair dryer and en suite bathroom with shower.
Category C
The Category C cabins are located on the Lower Deck and have cosy portholes. They are air-conditioned with thermostat and fitted with central music, local TV, internal telephone, safe deposit boxes, hair dryer and en suite bathroom with shower.
Meliá Cohiba - 1 night —
Those choosing the Cienfuegos to Havana itinerary will have a 1 night pre-cruise hotel stay at the Meliá Cohiba. The dates are as follows: 26/12, 23/01, 20/02, 06/03.
This hotel enjoys a privileged location in Vedado, on the shores of Havana Waterfront and near the historic centre of Havana. Elegant and sumptuous, enjoy five-star quality facilities including 6 restaurants and 7 bars.
Please note: The hotel may be substituted for another Havana hotel of an equivalent standard.
Your Journey —
Flights: Return flights from London Gatwick to Havana via Madrid are included.
These are example flight details.
Outbound
Gatwick to Madrid
10:10 - 13:35
Madrid to Havana
15:00 - 18:45
Inbound
Havana to Madrid
22:45 - 12:45
Madrid to Gatwick
15:00 - 16:20
Transfers: Shared transfers are included throughout.
Please note: flight details are given as a guide only and may change. We will however notify you in advance if flights are more than 2 hours outside the time range given. Flights are non-changeable and non-refundable at time of booking.
