The vibrant city of Havana, with its revolutionary history, 16th century center and Ernest Hemingway associations, is one of the country"s main attractions.

Originally christened the township if St. Christopher of Havana, the capital city of Cuba is known simply as Havana. It was established as a major port in 1519 and due to its strategic position it became the center of dispute among many of the major European Empire. It was often attacked by pirates and destroyed many times.

The one thing you will notice about the city is that apart from its obvious links to the past, the so called modern city seems to be caught in a time warp and stuck in the 1950's. This is because in the 40's and 50's the rich and famous from America came over to escape prohibition. Here they could drink alcohol and gamble. With the embargo enforced by the States this meant no more money coming in and no more American visitors.

There is so much to see in Havana, with its wide streets, tree- lined squares and green parks, Havana is surprisingly fresh, despite being the largest city in the Caribbean with 2.2 million inhabitants. Havana is a fascinating, diverse city with plenty of places to dance until dawn and, with the profusion of vintage American cars, a sense of the 50's lingers on.

Known for its old town - the best-preserved Spanish colonial city in the world. Havana is also lively, political, economic and cultural.

For cruise passengers with an over night in Cienfuegos and wants to see Havana our COH tour is the tour to consider.

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Tour of Old Havana: in Havana step back in time to Old Havana, to enjoy remains of buildings constructed by the Spaniards in the last couple of centuries and now being restored to their original form. Declared a UNESCO would heritage site in 1982, old Havana's cobbled streets burst with churches, palaces, castles, museums and galleries. ??? How much time will be spent in Old Havana???

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The city museum is visited alongside all the famous buildings and monuments, including: Revolution Square, Capitolio ( a magnificent building and a reminder of bygone American days) and Cathedral Square which will open your eyes.

Of course, no trip to Havana is complete without a visit to Ernest Hemingway's favorite drinking establishments, where the Daiquiri and Mojito cocktails were invented. Or a visit to the local craft market to practice your bargaining skills. ??? is this at the end of the Old Havana segment?

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After discovering the sights and delights on you first day, check in to your private home. After the evening meal at a private Restaurant you will have time to visit the renowned "Tropicana Nightclub" with it's spectacular glitzy and glamourous floor show this is the highlight of the tour. Tropicana has been operating since 1940, the good news is the cast members have changed! Dancers, singers and musicians at the pinnacle of their career perform a musical extravaganza.

Just think about all the rich and famous Americans who will have sat in exactly the same spot as you do.

There can be no better way to see the capital than our Havana Overnight Excursion.

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Included in the price:

Exclusive private transfers,

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3 meals (Lunch (2 days) and dinner (1) at a private Restaurant

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