Treasures of Cuba - Hiking Tour
On this complete hiking adventure you'll get to explore the rugged jungles of the Sierra Maestra and other fascinating Nationalparks. You'll get to to know the beautiful towns and cities of Cuba. This Cuba adventure tour is perfect for nature lovers and adventurers!
- Guided Tour
- Accommodation in comfortable Hotels and Casas Particulares
- Comfortable, private transportation
- English-speaking tour leader and local guides
The highlight of this trip is certainly the climb up Cuba’s highest mountain, Pico Turquino. Although the journey is relatively easy, it's recommended that participants be fit. Participants will be rewarded at the top with a spectacular view of the surrounding mountains - the Sierra Maestra, and the Caribbean Sea.
We also offer many other hikes in Cuba’s stunning national parks. You may decide to go with the alternative program option and travel to Santiago de Cuba, the colourful colonial towns of Trinidad and Santa Clara, and Havana. This trip takes you on a fantastic, comprehensive journey through Cuba. You're sure to be enchanted and inspired by this island's natural beauty and welcoming culture!
- Cuba’s Third Oldest City
- Well-preserved colonial architecture
- UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Majestic Mountains
- National Parks
- Comandancia de la Plata
- Mountain Range in Central Cuba
- Nature Preserves
- Perfect Region for Hiking
The Path of The Revolution Tour Itinerary
For most visitors, Cuba is all about inclusive beach hotels and golf resorts. Our tours, focus more on the island’s cultural and natural diversity. Only recently have hiking tours been offered to tourists in Cuba. Usually these hiking tours are limited to 3 day hikes or day walks in the national parks. Our unique alternative program is ideal for those who are physically fit and want to experience more of Cuba’s scenic beauty by hiking or biking. Experience wild Cuba actively with this unique tour package!
Below you’ll find the day-by-day breakdown for our Cuban Flair by Bike tour.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Holguin
Welcome to Cuba! You will arrive in Holguin airport. We can arrange your transfer to your accommodation (optional) for you or you can organise transport yourself.
Hotel in Holguin, 3* Standard
Day 2: Holguin - Baracoa
In the morning you will meet your guide and start your trip to Baracoa. About 30 km before you reach Baracoa you will stop at Playa Maguna. Here you can swim in the ocean and relax on the beach. You may seize the opportunity to have lunch (optional). After a relaxing time you will continue to Baracoa, Cubas first capital city.
Casa Particular in Baracoa 
Breakfast
Day 3: Baracoa
Today you will go on an easy hike in the Humboldt Nationalpark, where you can discover the biodiversity of the flora and fauna. In the afternoon you will get to know Baracoa during a city tour. You will learn more about the history of Baracoa, in which Christopher Columbus plays an important role.
Hike: approx. 3 hours (easy)
Casa Particular in Baracoa 
Lunch
Day 4: Baracoa - Santiago de Cuba
The day starts early as it will take some time to get to Santiago de Cuba. You will pass the famous street La Farola and take a road along the ocean with beatiful views. At the Guantanamo View Point you will stop to catch a look at the military base of the US army. In Santiago de Cuba you will go on a city tour and see the Moncada Museum, the Castillo and the cemetery Santa Ifigenia (entrances optional). In the evening you will have dinner at a Paladar.
Hotel in Santiago de Cuba, 3* Standard 
Dinner
Day 5: Santiago de Cuba - Sierra Maestra
You may spend the morning in Santiago as you wish for example to explore the city or relax at the pool. In the early afternoon you will continue to Sierra Maestra with a stop at the church El Cobre. You will have dinner at the hotel.
Hotel Santo Domingo, 2* Standard Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6: Sierra Maestra - Niquero
Todays hiking tour starts at the Alto de Naranjo. From here you will go on a hike to the Comandancia de la Plata. During the cuban revolution Fidel and his fellows found shelter here. Enjoy the beautiful nature and discover the history of this place. After lunch at the hotel the journey will continue to Niquero. There is the possibility to do a stop at a beach on the way, if you're interested please feel free to ask your guide.
Hike: approx. 3 hours (easy)
Hotel in Niquero, 2* Standard Breakfast, Lunch
Day 7: Niquero - Bayamo
Today you will go on your next hike. This time in the Nationalpark Desembarco del Granma. This mountain range was important during the Cuban Revolution. You can still see the buildings, built by Fidel and his squad.
Hike: approx. 3-4 hours (medium)
Casa Particular in Bayamo Breakfast, Lunch
Day 8: Santiago de Cuba - Camagüey
Continue westward along the path of the revolutionaries! Today you will drive to colourful Camagüey. Walk around the beautiful preserved old town on a huided tour and discover one of Camagüey's highlights: big clay jugs decorating gates all around the city.
2* Hotel in Camagüey Breakfast
Day 9: Camagüey - Trinidad
This morning you will head to the fascinating city of Trinidad, a UNESCO world heritage site! In colonial times many of Cuba’s wealthy sugar-barons called this city home so it’s one of the best places in the Caribbean to see some very ostentatious palaces!
Casa Particular in Trinidad Breakfast
Day 10: Trinidad
Today will start with an informative city tour of colonial Trinidad. The city has some remarkable architecture and offers scenic views of the sea and mountains. The Palacio Brunet is one of the most beautiful palaces in the city and is now home to the Museo Mántico.
Casa Particular in Trinidad
Day 11: Trinidad - Topes de Collantes
In the morning we will take you to the Topes de Collantes national park, located in the middle of the Sierra de Escambray mountain range. At the end of the hike you can go for a swim and stand in the refreshing spray of the Salto de Caburni waterfalls. ficulty.
Hike: approx. 3 hours (Medium)
Overnight Camping in Tents 
Lunch, Dinner
Day 12: Topes de Collantes
This will be your second day in the splendid Topes de Collantes National Park. Hike through the forest characterized by rivers, underground cave systems, lakes and waterfalls. Tonight you will once again stay in tents.
Hike: approx. 5 hours (Medium-Hard)
Overnight Camping in Tents 
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13: Topes de Collantes - Santa Clara
Leave Topes de Collantes behind you and head towards Santa Clara. Santa Clara is the place where the last, big revolutionary battle against the governmental army took place.
3* Hotel in Santa Clara 
Breakfast
Day 14: Santa Clara - Havana
Today you will have the chance to reflect on the impact of the revolution during your visit to the famous Che Guevara Memorial and the Tren Blindado. Later on we will drive you to the capital of the island - Havana where you will have a guided tour seeing everything this vibrant city has to offer. The old town of Havana, La Habana Vieja. The Old Town was declared a UNESCO world Heritage in 1982. The atmosphere of bygone days is still present in Havana's streets.
4* Hotel in Havana Breakfast
Travel Information
If you’re fit, ready for an adventure, and excited by the idea of spending a few days roughing it in the woods, then The Path of the Revolution hiking trip is perfect for you.
Explore the island on foot, away from tourist traps. Our experienced guide will accompany you as you enjoy your own personal activity holiday on the largest island in the Caribbean. Discover those spectacular natural places that can't be reached by car on this journey into wild Cuba!
We recommend that you read this information carefully before booking or departure. Here you will find important information about our Path of the Revolution tour. Be aware that you may need to get some vaccinations in advance. This trip includes several excursions, but there is also allocated time for optional activities. Let one of our friendly tour guides help you book any additional adventures.
Important advice regarding entry and exit, necessary vaccinations and general information about the country and people can be found here. If you have any further questions one of our staff members would be more than happy to help.
What's included?
- 8 nights in hotels
- 2 nights in Casa Particulares
- 4 nights camping in tents
- 12 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
- Transfers during the tour in air-conditioned vehicles
- Professional English-speaking guide
What's not included?
- International flights to/from Cuba
- Transfers between airport and accommodation
- Cuba Entry Card (tourist visa): booking available on request
- Optional offers/activities and services
- Departure Tax
- Travel Insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Sleeping Bag - needed for nights camping in tents
Prices and Dates for the Path of the Revolution: El Camino del Che - Hiking Tour
* prices listed are per person
Optional Extras:
- Transfer IN/OUT optional:
- Holguin Airport - Holguin Hotel
- ONE WAY Price per person in connection with the tour: $19 CAD
- Havana Hotel - Havana Airport
- ONE WAY Price per person in connection with the tour: $19 CAD
Additional Information:
- If a hotel mentioned in the itinerary is fully booked we'll ensure that you're accommodated in a hotel of equivalent standard.
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