1ST DAY – 26 April 2026, Sunday
Istanbul ✈ Mexico City 20:35 01:50+1
We meet at Istanbul Airport International Terminal and depart for Mexico City at 20:35 on Turkish Airlines flight TK189.
Our flight continues overnight.
2ND DAY – 27 April 2026, Monday
Arrival in Mexico City – Hotel Check-in – City Tour & Xochimilco Boat Ride
We arrive in Mexico City at 01:50 local time. After passport and baggage procedures, we transfer to the hotel by private vehicle. [ EARLY CHECK-IN ]
Due to our arrival after midnight, we check in directly and settle into our rooms.
After resting in the morning, free time. 11:00 AM – Start of Mexico City City Tour
Before noon, we meet our guide in the lobby and begin our Mexico City city tour.
Mexico City Panoramic City Tour
Zócalo Square
Metropolitan Cathedral
National Palace (outside view)
Reforma Boulevard & Angel of Independence
Chapultepec Park (panoramic)
Short walks and photo stops in the historic center
Xochimilco – Colorful Boat (Trajinera) Ride
Xochimilco – Colorful Boat (Trajinera) Ride
In the most enjoyable part of our tour, we head to the UNESCO-protected Xochimilco canals.
Here we take an approximately 1-hour river ride on traditional colorful “trajinera” boats:
Mariachi music
Floating gardens
Cruising among colorful boats
Local snacks and photo stops
At the end of the day, DINNER
Accommodation: Mexico City – 4★ Centro Histórico / Reforma Area
3RD DAY – 28 April 2026, Tuesday
Teotihuacan Pyramids – Lunch – NLU Airport → Cancún Flight
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Teotihuacan, the most important archaeological treasure of Mexico City.
Teotihuacan – Pyramid of the Sun and the Moon
At this ancient center of civilization listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, we will see:
Pyramid of the Sun
Pyramid of the Moon
Avenue of the Dead
Temple of Quetzalcoatl
Free photo and walking breaks
With the mystical atmosphere of the region, we discover Ancient Mexican history through our guide’s explanations.
Lunch – Included
We have a set-menu lunch of Mexican cuisine at a local restaurant in the Teotihuacan area.
Mexico City (NLU) → Cancún Flight
After lunch, we transfer directly to NLU Airport.
We fly to Cancún in the late afternoon.
Flight:
NLU → CUN 16:50 18:00
After an approximately 2-hour flight, we arrive in Cancún.
Arrival in Cancún & Hotel Check-in
We transfer to our hotel. Check-in and free time.
Accommodation: Cancún – Zona Hotelera 4★ (2 Nights)
4TH DAY – 29 April 2026, Wednesday
Chichén Itzá – Cenote Swimming – Valladolid Colonial Town
(Full Day – Lunch Included)
After breakfast at the hotel, we begin our full-day tour to see the most impressive highlights of the Yucatán Peninsula.
Chichén Itzá – One of the New 7 Wonders of the World
At Chichén Itzá, one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites and the largest ceremonial city of the Maya civilization, we will see:
Kukulkán Pyramid (El Castillo)
Great Ball Court
Sun Calendar stones
Observatory
Sacred Cenote (panoramic)
With our guide’s explanation, we learn about the Maya calendar, astronomical calculations, and ceremonial rituals.
Natural Cenote – Swimming Stop
After Chichén Itzá, we move on to one of the region’s famous natural sinkholes (cenotes).
Guests who wish may swim in the crystal-clear fresh water; those who do not want to swim may take photos.
The pools are either cave-style or open natural pools.
Lunch – Regional Buffet
A buffet lunch featuring Yucatán cuisine: cochinita pibil, pollo pibil, fresh tortillas, tropical fruits, and daily desserts.
Valladolid – Colonial City Visit
On the return route, we stop in Valladolid, one of Yucatán’s colorful towns.
San Servacio Cathedral
Colorful streets
Colonial square
Photo & short shopping break
In the late afternoon we return to our hotel in Cancún.
Accommodation: Cancún – Zona Hotelera 4★
5TH DAY – 30 April 2026, Thursday
Cancún ✈ Havana – Arrival & Havana City Tour with Lunch
Accommodation: Meliá Cohiba 4★
Early in the morning, we leave the hotel and transfer to Cancún Airport. After the brief check-in procedures, we board our flight to Havana.
Cancún → Havana Flight
Departure: Morning
Arrival: 06:50–08:20
After an approximately 1-hour flight, we arrive in Havana.
After passport and baggage procedures, we head toward Havana city center.
Havana City Tour – Lunch Included
Vedado & Modern Havana
Revolution Square (Che & Camilo silhouettes)
José Martí Memorial
Malecón Seaside Boulevard
Miramar embassy district (panoramic)
Habana Vieja – Old Town (UNESCO) Plaza de la Catedral Plaza de Armas Plaza Vieja Obispo Street Capitolio area
Lunch – Included
Accommodation: Meliá Cohiba 4/5 etc.★ – Havana
Accommodation: Meliá Cohiba 4/5 etc.★ – Havana
6TH DAY – 1 May 2026, Friday
Havana – 1 May Revolutionary Morning Parades & Free Day
On this special day, we leave the hotel very early in the morning to experience Cuba’s largest national event, International Workers’ Day, on site.
05:30 – Departure to Plaza de la Revolución
Accompanied by our guide, we leave the hotel and go to Revolution Square.
At sunrise:
People’s parades
Groups marching with salsa rhythms
Large banners
Colorful local outfits
“Viva la Revolución” slogans
We experience Cuba’s lively May 1st morning right in the middle of the crowd.
This is one of the most special experiences of our tour.
08:30 – Return to Hotel & Late Breakfast
We return to Meliá Cohiba for a late breakfast.
After that, the whole day is free.
Accommodation: Meliá Cohiba 4★ – Havana
7TH DAY – 2 May 2026, Saturday
Viñales Valley – Tobacco Farm – Cave Boat Tour
(Full Day – Lunch Included)
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Viñales Valley, located west of Havana and famous for its nature and tobacco fields. The journey takes approximately 2.5 hours.
Viñales Viewpoint – Panoramic Stop
We take a photo break at a wonderful viewpoint with the mogotes, the valley’s karst hills, in the background.
This is one of the most iconic spots in Viñales Valley.
Cigar Farm & Tobacco Drying House (Casa del Tabaco)
Cueva del Indio – Underground River Boat Tour
After a short walk, we take a motorboat tour on the underground river passing through the cave.
A pleasant experience combining nature and adventure.
Mural de la Prehistoria – Colorful Rock Mural
A short photo stop at the valley’s famous mural.
Lunch – Included
We have lunch at a local restaurant in Viñales featuring Caribbean cuisine and selected flavors:
Free time in Viñales Town
In the late afternoon we start our return journey to Havana.
Accommodation: Meliá Cohiba 4★ – Havana
8TH DAY – 3 May 2026, Sunday
Cienfuegos Tour – Arrival in Trinidad & Dinner
We depart from Havana in the morning and arrive in the elegant port city of Cienfuegos on the Caribbean coast after an approximately three-hour scenic drive. In this city, which hosts some of the best examples of French colonial architecture, we carry out our panoramic tour along Parque Martí, the historic Terry Theater, the cathedral area, and the Malecón waterfront. We complete the Cienfuegos part of the tour with a short photo stop in front of Palacio de Valle, which adds to the city’s fairytale atmosphere. After free time around lunchtime, we continue on our way and transfer to Trinidad after about an hour. Upon arrival in this UNESCO World Heritage colonial town, we check in to our hotel and then have dinner at the hotel. For the rest of the day, guests who wish may take short evening walks through Trinidad’s romantic streets.
Accommodation: Trinidad – Hotel Del Mar 3★
Dinner: At the hotel (Included)
9TH DAY – 4 May 2026, Monday
Trinidad Full-Day City Tour – Lunch Included
After breakfast at the hotel, we begin our full-day tour to explore Trinidad, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walking among the colonial houses, museums, and colorful streets around Plaza Mayor, the heart of the city, we feel the atmosphere of Trinidad preserved from the 18th century to the present day. Accompanied by our guide, we visit one of the prominent sites such as Museo Romántico or the Archaeological Museum, and take a short photo stop at the tower view of the San Francisco Monastery. Afterwards, we have the opportunity to see the ceramics and local souvenirs produced in the region at the handicrafts market.
In the rest of the day, free time is given; guests may stroll through the cobblestone streets, relax in small cafés, or enjoy time at live music venues. In the late afternoon, we return to our hotel and end the day.
Accommodation: Trinidad – Hotel Del Mar 3★
Dinner: at the hotel
10TH DAY – 5 May 2026, Tuesday
Trinidad → Visit to Santa Clara → Varadero – 4★ All Inclusive Accommodation
After breakfast at the hotel, we leave Trinidad and head to Santa Clara, one of the most important stops in revolutionary history. Upon arrival in the city, we first visit the Che Guevara Mausoleum and Museum, touring the impressive exhibition area filled with documents, photographs, and memories of Che’s revolutionary process with our guide. Then we make a short stop at the Tren Blindado (Armored Train) Monument, a symbol of the 1958 revolutionary victory, and learn the details of this historic operation. After completing our Santa Clara visit, we continue on to Varadero, one of the Caribbean’s most famous beach resorts. After about a two-hour scenic drive, we arrive at our 4★ all-inclusive hotel and, after check-in, enjoy a tropical evening where we can relax as we wish. Guests may make unlimited use of the hotel’s open buffet dinner, beverage service, and beach-pool facilities.
Accommodation: Varadero – 4★ All Inclusive Resort
Dinner & Hotel Services: All Inclusive
11TH DAY – 6 May 2026, Wednesday
Varadero → Havana Return – Musical Dinner
After breakfast at the hotel, we say goodbye to Varadero’s turquoise shores and return to Havana by private vehicle. Upon arrival in the city, we check in to the hotel and take a short rest. In the evening, we head to El Guajirito, one of Havana’s most enjoyable venues with live music. There, we enjoy a group dinner accompanied by warm Caribbean rhythms performed by musicians carrying on the Buena Vista Social Club tradition. The local-flavor menu, live music atmosphere, and nostalgic spirit of the venue turn our last night in Havana into an unforgettable experience.
Accommodation: Havana – Meliá Cohiba 4/5 etc.★
Dinner: El Guajirito (Included – Musical)
12TH DAY – 7 May 2026, Thursday
Havana ✈ Istanbul – Return Journey
After breakfast at the hotel, we complete our final preparations in Havana and depart for José Martí International Airport by private transfer. After baggage and passport procedures, we fly to Istanbul at 08:50 on Turkish Airlines flight TK183. Our flight continues overnight.
13TH DAY – 8 May 2026, Friday
Arrival in Istanbul
We arrive at Istanbul Airport at 08:35 local time. After passport and baggage procedures, our tour comes to an end.