Cuban woman in Havana

Cuba Photography Tour: Havana & Trinidad

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Customizable Itinerary

This is a sample itinerary to inspire a personalized trip designed with your travel specialist

Countries Visited

Cuba

Places Visited

Havana, Trinidad, Cojimar

Suggested Duration

8 Days

Take your time discovering the true Cuba and saving it in photographs for later. Historic fortresses frame the edges of Old Havana. Mountains rise above the red-tiled rooftops of the colonial town of Trinidad. Tobacco farmers puff on thick hand-rolled cigars while oxen plow the fields. Indigo water laps at white sand beaches. Plantations tell tales of barons and slaves. Classic American cars make the cities look frozen in time. Friendly locals smile and wave at the camera. Capture the country...

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Trip Highlights

  • Travel between Havana and Trinidad with professional photographer guides instructing you on how to take the best photos of the landscape and people
  • Enjoy a quiet morning on the Malecón with your camera at the ready to capture the sunrise
  • Experience the colonial charms of Trinidad and the former grandeur of the nearby sugarcane plantations
  • Discover the grace and focus of boxers during a private viewing of Havana’s oldest boxing training gym
  • Photograph the beauty in the contrasting images of classic American cars set against antique Spanish fortresses
  • Relish an aerial view of Old Havana from the Camera Obscura tower
  • Revel in a private flamenco dance performance in the heart of Cathedral Square

Detailed Description

Cuba offers diverse environments and inspiring landscapes during your 8-day photography tour. Document the rural lifestyle and urban spirit with timeless photogenic moments. Havana is known for spontaneous and passionate culture. Trinidad encompasses historical and contemporary Afro-Cuban spirit. Turn technique into experience and experience into an adventure. Your flight lands at Jose Marti International Airport, where your private transfer awaits your arrival. Venture into the heart of Old Havana and enjoy a brief introductory walking tour before dinner.

The following day, you wake up early to photograph the sunrise along the Malecón. Enjoy an encompassing tour of the city before strolling along the old historic plazas of in search of perfect photo opportunities. Next, you venture to Trinidad with a stop at a small farm along the way. Visit the remarkable former plantations near the city, offering a glimpse of sugar baron grandeur. Tour the streets of Trinidad, photographing the beautiful architecture and landscape. In the evening, you indulge in the vibrant musical lifestyle of the community.

Afterward, you continue your search for the perfect photo of the city before meeting with a local artist in her studio. Return to Havana and enjoy the evening at your leisure. The next day takes you to the historic boxing gym of Havana to witness the balletic movements and focus of the boxers, ranging in all ages. Tour the grounds of Morro Castle and take in the sunset on the Malecón. Enjoy an opportunity to witness an early morning private flamenco dance performance in Cathedral Square at sunrise.

Witness the stone restoration of the city’s seasoned landmarks and walk to the top of Camera Obscura for a distinctive view of the city. The next day is at your leisure to explore Havana at your preferred pace. You can linger in café or visit Ernest Hemingway’s home. Colon Cemetery offers a unique experience and elegant mausoleums that shape unforgettable images. On your final day, you compile your photos and meet your private transfer in the hotel lobby. He escorts you to Jose Marti International Airport for your flight home.

Consider learning more about the Cuba travel agents whom we partner with, and see how they can customize your Cuba itinerary to your particular interests and desires for a trip of a lifetime.

Starting Price

$4,300 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

Reviews of Zicasso's Referral Service

4.94 stars based on 107 reviews.

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This trip was well worth every penny. Zicasso's tour operator was amazing and paid attention to every last detail. Our drivers and guide were so good. They knew exactly what we needed and wanted, and made sure the trip was perfect every single day. I know this sounds like I am gushing and that it couldn't have been this good, but it truly was!

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Our Zicasso travel expert did a great job making all of our arrangements and making changes as needed while we were in Cuba. Our local guide and driver were excellent. Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, very patient, and so gracious. Our driver took good care of us too. The guest house in Havana was amazing. The guest house in Trinidad was mediocre. The guest house in Varadero was in a great location and just fine. We loved the itinerary. The activities were diverse, interesting, and fun. We could not believe the VIP treatment we received everywhere we went – the dance school, the cabaret venue, restaurants, etc.

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We had such an amazing family trip, learning about Cuban culture and meeting amazing people along the way. Our Zicasso trip planner and our driver for the week were professional, kind, knowledgeable, and handled all the logistics of the trip with ease. From the places we stayed to the museums, beaches, hikes, and restaurants, we were well taken care of and came away with a truly unforgettable experience.

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