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5 Days in Varadero: Sun, Sea, and Salsa!

Ana Letnic

Ana Letnic

20 Nov 2023

Join me on an unforgettable journey to Varadero, Cuba. Discover hidden caves, indulge in delicious cuisine, and dance the night away to vibrant salsa beats. Get ready for a sun-soaked adventure like no other!

Trip to Varadero

Day 1Unveiling the Secrets of Varadero
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$91

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
13 - 16 min

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Cueva de Saturno
Unique destination allowing visitors to swim, scuba dive & snorkel in a stalagmite-filled cave.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
20 - 24 min

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El Golfito
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$13
4 - 6 min

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Parque de Las 8000 Taquillas
Park & square near the beach with an expansive array of services, eateries & vendors.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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$20
4 - 5 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$28
2 - 3 min

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Saint Elvira Church
Quaint, historic church overlooking the sea known for its rustic, Colonial-era architecture.
3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Sabor Cubano
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$12
Day 2Tee Off and Tropical Delights
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$182

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$6
17 - 26 min

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Varadero Golf Club
Oceanside golf complex with 18 holes, club rentals & an elegant bar/restaurant in a 1927 mansion.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$125
8 - 10 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$12
2 - 3 min

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Parque Josone
Time-tested park with bars/eateries, a swimming pool & pedal boat rentals in a bridge-linked lagoon.
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$25
2 - 3 min

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Restaurante El Rancho Varadero
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
Day 3Rhythms, Rumba, and Refined Dining
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$97

Restaurante El Rancho Varadero
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$14
4 - 5 min

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Old Tower, Varadero, Cuba
Striking monument at the base of a stout tower in picturesque, grassy surrounds.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Palacio de la Rumba
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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$38
14 - 17 min

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Cueva de Ambrosio
Series of historic caves with ancient art, various geological features & many resident bats.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$18
12 - 18 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$12
1 - 2 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$16
Day 4Nature's Bounty and Exquisite Flavors
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$42

Buffet Ambrosio | Iberostar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
17 - 26 min

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Varahicacos Ecological Reserve
Nature preserve since 1974 with caves containing 2,500-year-old human remains & ancient pictographs.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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$8
11 - 16 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$8
3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$14
Day 5Peninsula Paradise and Playful Dolphins
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$98

Sakura
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$12
6 - 8 min

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Hicacos Peninsula
Many resorts & tourist attractions are found on this peninsula known for its spectacular beaches.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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kike-kcho
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$28
7 - 10 min

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Varadero Dolphinarium
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$50
14 - 21 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $510 In total

Activities & Food:$510