Davidson Tours

Best of Cuba

Departure Date: November 6, 2019

Tour Highlights

• 25 Meals (9 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 9 dinners)
• Round trip airport transfers
• Spend 1 night in Miami, Florida
• Take a narrated sightseeing tour of Miami to see the Historic Art Deco District, South Beach and Little Havana
• Spend 8 glorious nights cruising aboard Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines’ Empress of the Seas
• Visit Havana, the capital city of once off-limits Cuba and discover her sultry rhythms, larger-than-life culture and historic attractions
• Call at Cienfuegos, the “Pearl of the South” with forest trails, scenic caves and a rich French colonial history
• Visit Santiago, Cuba’s cultural capital with its castles, cathedrals, quiet parks and towering landmarks including the memorial to Antonio Maceo, San Juan Hill and the Moncada Barracks
• Call at Labadee, Haiti, Royal Caribbean’s private resort paradise
• Spend 3 full days at sea aboard the Empress of the Seas whose focus on Cuba culture includes special entertainment, Cuban cuisine and guest lecturers
• $50 in Mayflower Money

Day 1 – Arrive in Florida: Your Cuban adventure begins with a transfer to your hotel in Miami. Meet your Tour Manager at 6:00 p.m. for a welcome dinner at the hotel. Meal: D

Day 2 – Miami Sightseeing and Board the Empress of the Seas: Welcome to Miami. A local guide joins you this morning for a narrated tour of the Miami area. See the Historic Art Deco District, South Beach, MacArthur Causeway and Coconut Grove. Also, see Little Havana before making your way to board the Empress of the Seas. Tonight enjoy your first of many delicious dinner onboard. Meals: B, D

Day 3 – Havana, Cuba: History is made at Havana, the capital city of once off-limits Cuba. Discover Cuba’s sultry rhythms and larger-than-life culture while exploring the country’s historic attractions. Ride along the historic Malecón in a classic car, and enjoy the Spanish colonial architecture of the city’s 16th-century core. In Havana, you can discover timeless sights and sounds around every corner. Meals: B, L, D

Day 4 – Full Day at Sea: Spend your first full day at sea getting to know the regal Empress of the Seas. The Empress’ size makes it easy to get to know all aspects of the vessel as well as meet your fellow travelers. Immerse yourself in the full Cuba culture onboard with special entertainment, Cuban cuisine and guest lecturers. It’s the total Cuban experience. Meals: B, L, D

Day 5 – Cienfuegos: Your second port of call on Cuba is Cienfuegos. Called the “Pearl of the South,” Cienfuegos is the place to be. From spotting stalagmites in Martin Infierno Cave and exploring forest trails in Parque El Nicho to soaking in the city’s French colonial history as you stroll past centuries-old buildings. In Cienfuegos you will find all paths lead to new discoveries. Meals: B, L, D

Day 6 –  Another Day at Sea: Spend another day at sea as your vessel positions itself around the island to your next port of call. Meals: B, L, D

Day 7 –  Santiago de Cuba: Call at Santiago today. This colonial gem is Cuba’s cultural capital. From castles and cathedrals, quiet parks to towering landmarks, Santiago de Cuba has endless discoveries. You can swim along crystal clear shores, wander centuries-old plantations and visit the three iconic locations of the city: the memorial to Antonio Maceo, San Juan Hill, and the Moncada Barracks. Meals: B, L, D

Day 8 –  Labadee, Haiti: Set your own schedule today at Royal Caribbean’s private resort paradise at Labadee, Haiti. For those wishing a thrill, take the longest zip line over water. For those wishing to relax, unwind in a private bungalow overlooking Mellie’s Beach. Meals: B, L, D

Day 9 –  Final Day at Sea: A final day at sea to relax and enjoy the true cruising experience that is the Empress of the Seas. Meals: B, L, D

Day 10 –  Travel Home: Your Cuban adventure comes to a close with a group transfer to Miami International Airport for flights out after 1:00 p.m. Meal: B

Hotel Accommodations
Day One – Hilton Garden Inn, Miami, Florida
Days Two through Nine – Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines’ Empress of the Seas

Price includes round trip airfare from Kansas City,
Port Charges and Cuban Visa.

Please note rates without airfare:
Inside Cabin: $2,216
Outside Cabin: $2,516

*Ask about our guaranteed share program where we will match you with a
roommate or you will travel as a single and not pay the single supplement!

Air itineraries may not be available until documents are received. Air seats are assigned by the airline for the entire group. Seat changes can only be attempted upon receipt of tickets and documents at which time availability may be limited. If specific seat assignments are vital to your reservation, we recommend individual air reservations rather than booking air with the group.

Travelers Protection Plan (TPP) – $349 per person (land only, optional)
This nonrefundable fee waives all cancellation fees when we are notified of cancellation one day before the tour departs. If you must leave the tour early due to personal illness, illness or death of a member of your immediate family, TPP guarantees full refund for any unused services after the departure of the tour. Other benefits include medical expenses for illness and injury, emergency transportation, 24 hour hot line, and lost or stolen baggage assistance. Return air transportation is included ONLY if your air tickets were provided by Mayflower Cruises & Tours. If you purchase the optional Travelers Protection Plan (TPP), you will be refunded all payments, including deposit amount, less the TPP premium amount.

Cancellation Charges Without Traveler’s Protection Plan (TPP)
• 121 days or more prior to departure: Deposit Amount
• 120 days until the day of departure: 100% of tour cost
• No refund on unused portions of the tour

Exclusions: Mayflower Cruises & Tours reserves the right to alter its refund and cancellation policy when a substantial amount of cancellation or postponement of travel is attributable to: conditions resulting from an act of God, natural or man-made disaster, fire, government action, civil disorder, war, hostilities between nations, or unavailability of transportation through no fault of Mayflower Cruises & Tours.

Passport & Visas: Each U.S. citizen must have a valid passport. Expiry date of passports should be at least 6 months after the return date of the tour. If you don’t have a passport, call our office and we’ll tell you how to apply for one. A travel visa is required for entry into Cuba for U.S. citizens and is included in the cost of the program. Holders of non-U.S. passports or anyone born in Cuba who is a U.S. citizen have different entry requirements. Please contact our office for entry requirements BEFORE making your reservation. NOTE: Due to airline security measures, your passport name must match your airline ticket name and your tour reservation name or you may be denied aircraft boarding.