“Ride to Sancti Spíritus, Santa Clara & Remedios in Old Fashion American Classic Cars” Overnight Tour (2 days / 1 night)
General Information
- Category: Overnight tours
- Modality: Landing tours
- Duration: 2 days / 1 night
- Departure time: 08.30 hrs
- Tour guide: Yes
- Children are allowed: Yes
- Languages spoken: Spanish and English
Program Details
“Ride to Sancti Spíritus, Santa Clara & Remedios in Old Fashion American Classic Cars” Overnight Tour (2 days / 1 night)
Description:
Sancti Spíritus is one of the seven original cities established by Diego Velázquez during the Spanish conquest of Cuba, in 1514 Sancti Spíritus has one of the most beautiful representative sets of the colonial architecture of the country, as well as 2 national monuments (the Main Parish Church and the Yayabo Bridge). Its historical center was declared a National Monument on October 10, 1978 and is the pride and main meeting point of the city's inhabitants.
Santa Clara is the capital of the province of Villa Clara and is located in the Central region of the country. It is an important industrial, commercial, service and communication center. It was taken by Commander Ernesto "Che" Guevara in December 1958 during the final stage of the revolutionary struggle led by Fidel Castro against Fulgencio Batista. In this city is the Revolution Square where you can appreciate the sculptural monument erected by Jose Delarra, dedicated to Che. In the Mausoleum that is located in the base of the monument they rest the remains of renowned Guerrilla Heroico from 1997.
The Villa of San Juan of the Remedios, is located in the province of Villa Clara, in the center of the Island, is recognized as the eighth oldest city of Cuba and is possessor of a rich historical and cultural path for what March 7, 1980, his historical urban center was declared National Monument.
Departures for this tour only take place from Trinidad, Playa La Boca and Casilda town.
Main places to enjoy in the tour:
Sancti Spíritus
- Hacienda Manaca Iznaga and its lookout tower in the Valle de los Ingenios.
- The Yayabo River Bridge.
- Casa de la Guayabera Museum (formerly Quinta Santa Elena)
- City Museums.
- Main Theater of the city, built in 1839.
- Café Teatro and Bar La Taberna.
Santa Clara:
- Leoncio Vidal Central Park.
- La Caridad Theater.
- The Plaza de la Revolución.
- Monument - Mausoleum to Ernesto Che Guevara
- Museum to the Armored Train.
- La Loma del Capiro Monument.
City of Remedies
- Central Park of Remedios.
- Church of San Juan de los Remedios.
- Church of Buen Viaje.
- Museum of Parrandas.
The clients paying the entrance fees, will be able to enjoy the main tourist attractions of the city.
Services included in the excursion:
1st day
- Local guide (Spanish, English, French)
- Pick up at the hotel or rental house and departure to the city of Sancti Spíritus in American Classic Cars.
- Optional view of the Manaca Iznaga hacienda in the Valle de los Ingenios. Free time to visit the lookout tower.
- Visit to the city of Sancti Spíritus
- Time available for an optional lunch in one of the city's restaurants. (not included in the price).
- Free time to visit other places of interest in the city.
- Departure to the city of Santa Clara in American Classic Cars;
- Panoramic tour of the route to Santa Clara in classic cars.
- Visit to the city of Santa Clara, which includes the Mausoleum of Che Guevara, the Armored Train Museum and the Leoncio Vidal Central Park, among other cultural and historical landmarks.
- Accommodation in a rental house in Santa Clara's city center.
2nd day
- Early in the morning, breakfast in the rental house.
- Departure by car to Remedios city.
- Visit to Remedios city, which includes Remedios Central Park, San Juan de los Remedios Church and Buen Viaje Church, among other cultural and historical landmarks.
- Free time to visit other sites of interest in the city
- Return to the hotel or rental house.
Services not included in the excursion: Entrance fees to museums, sights and tourist attractions, restaurants (meals), bars (drinks) and tips, among others, are not included in the tour price and require an extra charge at the clients' discretion.
We use these cars:
- This experience will be done in a classic hard top car, model: Chevrolet Bel Air 1957 (4 door sedan) / Chevrolet Bel Air 1955 (4 door sedan) / Pontiac 1957 (4 door sedan) or similar (Classic), with air conditioning and professional driver and guide in English and Spanish language (optional).
Maximum pax for the excursion: 5 Pax (without guide service) or 4 Pax (with guide service)
Distance to travel by car on the tour (round trip): 463 kms approximately.
Approximate duration of the tour by car (round trip): 7.40 hours approximately
Pick up point: Lodging place (rental house or hotel).
Extra price for lunch or dinner: + 10.00 cuc per pax.
Important note: Clients can be transferred directly to Cayo Santa María for an extra charge of 50.00 USD per car (not per passenger).
TIPS: • Recommended: light clothing, sunglasses, water and light meals with sweet and protein, hats or caps, tennis or sandals, solar protection and photographic camera.
- This tour operates without a minimum number of passengers. Holiadventure will reconfirm 48 hours before the departure of your tour. If the supplier decides to cancel, Holiadventure will offer you an alternative tour or fully refund the cost of your tour.
- Pick-up can be delayed by up to 15 minutes depending on the number of hotels and the punctuality of the clients. The customer should inquire at the sales desk to avoid any discrepancies.
- You need to carry identification documents (passport or tourist card) for the tour, in case it is necessary to present it to a local authority that requires it.
- Your driver will also provide escort service throughout the trip.
- Guide service is also offered: Tour languages: English and Spanish.
- The client can get on and off the tour whenever he decides.
Cancellation Policy - If it is cancelled up to 72 hours before the tour is due to take place, a penalty of 10% of the tour price will be applied. - For cancellations made between 72 and 24 hours before the excursion departure time, a penalty of 50% of the excursion price will be applied. - Please note that cancellation within 24 hours and up to the time the excursion is enjoyed, and in case of no-show, 100% of the excursion price will be deducted. - Note: no refunds of administrative costs or credit card charges can be made in case of cancellation.