Cuban rum, cigars and art

• Estimate Duration: 4 hours
• Pre-tour educational materials to prepare you for scheduled activities.
• Exclusive, guided itinerary including unique, handpicked people-to-people activities, insider access to Cuba’s landmarks and hidden gems, private visits, and lectures with renowned Cuban experts.
• All entrance fees to scheduled activities and events unless otherwise noted.
• Excursion transportation and logistics.
• Expert Cuban guide.
• Private Cuban driver.
• Certification of travel to Cuba under the U.S Department of the Treasury’s general license.

**End-of-tour gratuities for the Cuban guide, driver, and tour leader are left to the guest’s discretion and should be based on your level of satisfaction with the service received.

Your tour begins at the Museo del Ron, home to the most famous Cuban Rum, Havana Club. Located in the historic district of Habana Vieja (“Old Havana”), the museum is housed in a renovated 18th century “solar” (colonial townhouse). The museum was established in the year 2000 by the Fundación Havana Club. It is a symbol in the heart of Havana. Here, you will enjoy a guided tour led by a knowledgeable guide – offered in Spanish, English, French, German, and Italian – on the history of rum production.

The next stop will be the Corona Cigar Factory. Here you will meet with experts at every stage of the art of cigar-making at one of the most famous cigar factories in Cuba. You will also see how Cuban masters roll the cigar and have some time to shop for cigars for personal use.

Then, you will stop at Kcho Gallery, a local art gallery where you will be able to admire the works of one of the artists dedicated to Afro Cuban art. Gallery owner, artist Alexis Leyva Machado also known as Kcho, is an established contemporary artist whose work has received many accolades at the national and international level.

Your last stop of the tour is at Callejón de Hamel, an alleyway in downtown Havana where art, religion and music blend. After chatting with the locals, exploring unique murals, and discovering unique art pieces, you will attend an African musical instrument demonstration. Be prepared to play the tumbadora (conga) and to dance!

Meal included: No
Start time: 9:30 a.m.

Note:
This tour involves minimal walking, mostly in asphalt. Expect a small number of steps at the entrance of the rum factory. The tour is not suitable for wheelchair access. Guests are advised to bring a camera, rain gear/umbrella, flat/comfortable shoes, and to dress in layers. This tour is OFAC compliant.