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Bikepacking Western Cuba

Duration8 days
Activity levelChallenging
Carbon emissions8.3kg CO2e per day
Included
Accommodation
Meals

8-day cycling holiday riding through Western Cuba’s stunning tobacco country and ending on a Caribbean beach.

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Cycle

Cycle along Cuba’s southern coast and take in breathtaking views

Trinidad, Cuba

Trinidad

Explore centuries-old architecture, vibrant art, and museums that tell the story of Cuba’s rich history.

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Freedom

Travel independently and do things at your own pace

What's included

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Accommodation

12 night’s accommodation
(11 in casas particulares, 1 in Hotel)

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Meals

All breakfasts, 9 lunches/packed lunches, 8 dinners

What’s not included: Bikes (bring your own) , flights, visas, guide services, travel insurance, drinks & other incidentals (tips, laundry, phone etc)

  • Day 1

    Arrival in Havana

    Welcome to Cuba! A Cubania representative greets you at José Martí Airport. You are transferred in about 30 minutes to a Casa Particular in Old Havana. Your guide visits in the evening for a briefing and to answer questions.

    • Casa Particular in Havana
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  • Woman Sitting with View of Las Terrazas Zip-line, Cuba
    Woman Sitting with View of Las Terrazas Zip-line, Cuba
    Day 2

    City Tour Havana by Bike and transfer to Las Terrazas

    In the morning, bicycles are prepared and the guide reviews the week’s programme. A 30‑kilometre panoramic ride explores Old Havana, Malecón, parks and the Hotel Nacional. Afterwards, visit the 4 colonial squares are visited on foot and the day ends with a transfer to Las Terrazas Biosphere Reserve.

    • 30 km
    • +192 m / –193 m
    • Casa Particular in Las Terrazas
    • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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  • Road cycling Cuba, an adventure of discovery and exploration
    Road cycling Cuba, an adventure of discovery and exploration
    Road cycling Cuba, an adventure of discovery and exploration
    Road cycling Cuba, an adventure of discovery and exploration
    Day 3

    Cycling Las Terrazas – Soroa

    After breakfast, visit the San Juan River before cycling through Las Terrazas Biosphere Reserve. Colourful houses, workshops and a stop at Buena Vista coffee estate enrich the route. The ride continues to Soroa, famed for its waterfall and Orchid Garden. The day concludes with check‑in a casa particular.

    • 30 km
    • +644 m / –611 m
    • Casas particular in Soroa
    • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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  • A cycling adventure from Havana to Viñales – Discovering western Cuba on two wheels
    A cycling adventure from Havana to Viñales – Discovering western Cuba on two wheels
    A cycling adventure from Havana to Viñales – Discovering western Cuba on two wheels
    A cycling adventure from Havana to Viñales – Discovering western Cuba on two wheels
    Day 4

    Cycling Soroa - Palma Rubia

    Today’s 68‑kilometre ride runs from Soroa to Palma Rubia through the Sierra del Rosario. The route features tropical forests, rivers, viewpoints and rural farmland with glimpses of Cuban life. You pass towns including Candelaria, San Cristóbal and Bahía Honda. We will finish the ride at Palma Rubia, a tranquil fishing port over the Gulf of Mexico.

    • 68 km
    • +690 m / –862 m
    • Casa Particular in Playa Girón
    • Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
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    Day 5

    Cycling Palma Rubia - Viñales

    Today’s 58km ride goes from Palma Rubia to Viñales through the rural beauty of Pinar del Río. The route features tobacco fields, valleys, forests and striking mogotes. It ends in Viñales, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

    • 58 km
    • +648 m / –526
    • Casa Particular in Viñales
    • Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
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  • Trinidad, Cuba
    Trinidad, Cuba
    Day 6

    Cienfuegos - Trinidad

    The cycling day in Viñales included visits to tobacco fields, valleys, caves and the Prehistoric Mural. We will make a stop at El Paraíso ecological farm for lunch before continuing ride through Viñales. The day ends in town with time to explore restaurants and bars before dinner.

    • 86 km
    • +634 m / –584 m
    • Casa Particular in Trinidad
    • Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
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  • Day 7

    Free day in Trinidad

    After breakfast, you ride 40 km north from Viñales through mountains and farmland to Maria's Farm. A private transfer then takes you back to Havana in about two and a half hours. The day ends with check‑in in a casa particular and at night we will go out to explore Havana.

    • Casa Particular in Trinidad
    • Breakfast
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  • Day 8

    Trinidad – Santa Clara

    The morning will be free to relax, take the last photographs, or simply begin planning your next trip to Cuba before transferring to the airport for your return flight.

    • 98 km
    • +1263 m / –1329 m
    • Casa Particular in Santa Clara
    • Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
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What to Bring on a Cubania Cycling Holiday

What to bring

  1. Bike

    your bike and bike spare parts

  2. Cycling helmet

    compulsory

  3. Water bottle

    standard water bottle holder on each bike

  4. Sun protection

    high strength sunscreen, sunglasses for cycling, sun hat

  5. Comfortable clothes for cycling

You\’ll have access to our bike workshop in the Miramar district, bike tools and assistance will be on hand from one of our bike mechanics should you need it. You are welcome to leave your bike boxes and any excess equipment here to pick up on your return to Havana.

You should bring light cotton and linen clothing suitable for tropical climates. For the evenings bring lightweight clothes, some mosquito repellent and a jacket or fleece. Cubans dress casually but are always impeccably turned out. Avoid bringing expensive or flashy jewellery.

Is this tour for me?

Travel style: Independent

Travel without a guide or support vehicle. Book on to shared group departures, or travel solo.

Difficulty Level: Moderate

You enjoy exercising and being active, and you enjoy the freedom and healthy sense of relaxation that it offers.

Group style: Small

2-6 people, mixed nationalities and fitness levels. Minimum age 16 years (accompanied by an adult).

Go Private:

Create your own travel bubble by booking a private trip with friends or family. Private departures confirmed with two participants.

Notes:

Predominantly paved roads, small sections of unpaved, with some potholes.

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Day 1: Arrival in Havana

  • Casa Particular in Havana

Welcome to Cuba! You’ll be met by a Cubania airport representative in the arrival terminal at Jose Martí International airport and we’ll have a vehicle waiting for you with ample space for bike boxes and luggage. The transfer from the airport to the accommodation for the night is approx. 30-minute drive. This evening you’ll be staying at a ‘Casa particular’ private guesthouse in the Vedado district of Havana.

A member of Cubania staff will visit the casa this evening (exact time to be confirmed with travelers in advance, depending on flight arrival times) in order to have a briefing meeting, hand over all of the necessary documentation, and answer any queries. For late arrivals this meeting will take place on the morning of day 2 at the bike workshop.

Day 2: City Tour Havana by Bike and transfer to Las Terrazas

  • 30 km
  • +192 m / –193 m
  • Casa Particular in Las Terrazas
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

In the morning, we will dedicate some time to preparing the bicycles, bike fitting and holding a meeting with the guide to review the programme for the next 7 days, before setting off on a panoramic tour of Havana.

We will begin cycling from our accommodation in Old Havana, riding along the entire stretch of the Malecón. The Malecón is an eight-kilometre sea promenade that borders the northern coast of the Cuban capital, where locals and visitors gather to enjoy the sea, the breeze, and the sunsets.  The malecon leads us to the affluent neighbourhood of Miramar, dating back to the 1950s, home to some of the most striking architectural works of the 20th century in Havana.

We will then return towards Old Havana, cycling through Havana’s Metropolitan Park and Nuevo Vedado (home to Havana’s middle class), before stopping at the Plaza de la Revolución, the centre of the Castro regime. From here, we will cross the youthful and vibrant Vedado towards the famous Hotel Nacional, which has hosted numerous celebrities over the years, including Winston Churchill Frank Sinatra and members of the mafia.

Next, we will quickly ride through bustling Central Havana until reaching the famous Capitolio, a mirror image of Washington’s Capitol. With the Capitolio behind us, we will turn onto the majestic Paseo del Prado, a favourite spot for both street artists and skaters. We will finish the cycling part of our journey at the Plaza de Armas.

From here, we will continue on foot to discover the four beautifully restored colonial squares of Old Havana and stop for lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, we will return to the casa particular to check out and take a private transfer westwards to the “Las Terrazas” Biosphere Reserve. We will check in at the casa particular and enjoy an included dinner there.

Day 3: Cycling Las Terrazas – Soroa

  • 30 km
  • +644 m / –611 m
  • Casas particular in Soroa
  • Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, tour the Community then cycle to San Juan River for a dip in its crystal-clear waters before continuing our journey towards Soroa.

We set off the main road that crosses the Las Terrazas complex, declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. We will pass through the community and its picturesque houses and artisan workshops, and  we will have the opportunity to make a brief stop at the local school and the family doctor’s surgery, symbols of the community project.

We will then continue our journey to the Buena Vista farm, a former 19th-century coffee estate, where we will enjoy the colonial history and the restored ruins of the plantation. It is an excellent place to rest, take photos, and learn about the coffee-growing tradition.

We will return along the same main road, descending through gentle curves until reaching a point where we will turn left to connect with the road that leads directly to Soroa, where today’s ride will end. Soroa is known as the “Rainbow of Cuba” for its famous waterfall and the Soroa Orchid Garden, which houses more than 700 species of orchids. Check-in and dinner at a Casa Particular.

Day 4: Cycling Soroa - Palma Rubia

  • 68 km
  • +690 m / –862 m
  • Casa Particular in Playa Girón
  • Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we will set off directly from our casa particular for today’s route, which takes us from Soroa to Palma Rubia. This day promises to be a remarkable experience, blending nature, culture, and adventure. The journey covers approximately 68 kilometres, crossing the lush Sierra del Rosario and offering mountain landscapes draped in tropical forests, crystal-clear rivers, and scenic viewpoints. As we progress, the road opens into rural areas dominated by farmland and small farming communities, creating a charming contrast between the region’s wildlife and everyday life.

Along the way, we will pass through some picturesque mountain communities and small towns like Bahía Honda, each with its own local charm and the characteristic warmth of Cuban hospitality. The ride concludes in Palma Rubia, a small fishing port on the northern coast, renowned for its peaceful atmosphere and sea views. It is the perfect place to unwind after the journey, enjoy fresh seafood, and watch the sunset over the waters of the Gulf of Mexico.

Day 5: Cycling Palma Rubia - Viñales

  • 58 km
  • +648 m / –526
  • Casa Particular in Viñales
  • Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner

Early in the morning, we will begin our cycling journey along one of the most picturesque routes of the programme: the “Palma Rubia to Viñales” route. The ride covers approximately 58 kilometres, passing through the typical rural landscapes of Pinar del Río province: tobacco fields, fertile valleys, and mountains draped in tropical vegetation. As the journey progresses, the famous mogotes of Viñales begin to appear—those striking limestone formations of karstic origin that transform the scenery into a unique setting, worthy of admiration and photography for every visitor.

Along the way, we pass through small sugar communities ( Manuel Sanguily ) and charming towns such as La Palma, which offer panoramic views that invite us to pause and appreciate the natural richness of the region before reaching the town of Viñales. The small town of Viñales lies nestled in the valley of the same name, surrounded by the spectacular limestone karsts that characterize this beautiful region of Cuba—a place that captivates with its unique cultural atmosphere, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Viñales is not only a tourist destination but also a symbol of Cuban identity, where nature and culture blend harmoniously in the land that produces the finest tobacco in the world. Viñales will be our destination for the next two nights, with many venues offering live music and dancing to enjoy in the evenings.

Day 6: Cienfuegos - Trinidad

  • 86 km
  • +634 m / –584 m
  • Casa Particular in Trinidad
  • Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy Cycling day in Viñales.  Today we will have the opportunity to see the finest tobacco fields in the world. We will begin cycling towards the Dos Hermanas Valley, where we will be able to visit the Prehistoric Mural. We will then continue on to the “Moncada” community, located in the Santo Tomás Valley. This community is distinguished by its intramontane landscapes with mogotes, fertile valleys, and extensive caves such as the Great Cave of Santo Tomás. We will return along the same road to the town of Viñales and continue our journey to the ecological farm “El Paraíso”, a unique place that combines sustainable agriculture, Cuban cuisine, and spectacular views of the valley. There we will have time to enjoy lunch and relax while taking in the breathtaking scenery of the Viñales Valley before getting back on our bicycles and returning to the town. Today will be a day to enjoy a cultural landscape recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, along with agricultural traditions and particularly the cultivation of tobacco.

Back in the town we’ll freshen up before heading out to Viñales village to explore the many private restaurants and bars.  Tonight, we will have dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 7: Free day in Trinidad

  • Casa Particular in Trinidad
  • Breakfast

After breakfast we’ll cycle northwards out of Viñales passing through some beautiful scenery winding between mountains and passing agricultural pastures. The first half of the ride is on paved roads and the second part on rougher terrain. Our cycle ends at Casa Maria, a small farm property in the village of San Andres where we’ll visit their family-run organic farm and have a delicious meal cooked with food sourced entirely from their property.

From here we will have a private transfer that will pick up and take us back to Havana. It is approximately 2.5 hours’ drive back to Havana where we check into to our casa particular and freshen up before heading out to explore Old Havana by night.

Day 8: Trinidad – Santa Clara

  • 98 km
  • +1263 m / –1329 m
  • Casa Particular in Santa Clara
  • Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner

Check out of casa accommodation. Your private transfer vehicle will take you back to the airport for your departure flight at an agreed time. Note that extra nights in Havana can be booked through Cubania, in addition to extra services and experience.