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HAVANA JAZZ FESTIVAL 2025 TOUR OVERVIEW

We are Cuba experts with many years of experience creating and operating travel programs for the Havana Jazz Festival. Our meticulously curated 2025 departure offers an insider's itinerary for jazz aficionados, featuring admission to daily Jazz Festival events and concerts plus intimate meet-and-greets with contemporary jazz musicians. In addition to amazing music, each day is filled with enriching experiences, from cooking alongside locals to meeting emerging Cuban artists and exploring inspiring community initiatives. Every moment of this unique program promises an unparalleled journey to the heart and soul of Cuba.

NO MORE THAN 20 GUESTS

INTIMATE - ENGAGING - TRANSFORMATIONAL

Day 1: Wed. Jan 29, 2025 | Havana
Meals: Breakfast
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WELCOME TO CUBA!

Arrive at José Martí International Airport, Havana where you'll be picked up and transferred to your accommodations.

Check-in: 3:00PM | Tour Start Time: 5:00PM

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HAVANA JAZZ FESTIVAL 

This evening, attend Jazz Festival Performances.

Day 2: Thu. Jan 30, 2025 | Havana
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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PRIVATELY GUIDED WALKING TOUR OF OLD HAVANA

Experience the history and heart of Havana with your expert local guide. During a privately guided walking tour of Havana’s city center, La Habana Vieja, founded in 1512, you'll explore a labyrinth of cobblestone avenues and visit some of Old Havana’s most important sites: the Plaza de Armas, Plaza de San Francisco, Plaza de Cathedral, Plaza Vieja, and more.

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PRIVATE MEET-AND-GREET: JAZZ BASS GUITARIST DAVID FAYA

Take part in an enlightening conversation with contemporary jazz musician and bass guitarist David Faya as he shares the inspirations behind his compositions and the nuances of his craft as you learn about the depths and complexity of Cuban Jazz.

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Jazz Festival

HAVANA JAZZ FESTIVAL 

This evening, attend various performances and events.

Day 3: Fri. Jan 31, 2025 | Havana
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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MEET-AND-GREET AND PERFORMANCE AT MUSIC SCHOOL

Attend a very special meet-and-greet with the talented students of Guillermo Tomás Elementary Music School in Guanabacoa for a delightful encounter filled with laughter, rhythm, and the universal language of music: a celebration of the transformative power of education and creativity.

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MOJITO MAKING CLASS

Immerse yourself in true Cuban mixology culture as you learn the art of crafting the perfect mojito, savoring every sip of this refreshing cocktail while discovering the secrets behind its irresistible allure.

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PRIVATE PERFORMACE: TRUMPET PLAYER, YASEK MANZANO

Journey deep into the world of Cuban jazz with the award-winning trumpet virtuoso, Yasek Manzano. Enjoy a private performance, where the melodies of his mastery come alive, followed by a short Q&A, in an exclusive meet-and-greet experience.

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Jazz Festival

HAVANA JAZZ FESTIVAL 

This evening, attend various performances and events.

Day 4: Sat Feb 1, 2025 | Havana
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
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SALSA LESSONS

Cuban Salsa, Rueda de Casino, was developed in the 1950s as the island’s own unique form of salsa. Since then, Cuban salsa has captivated audiences worldwide. Meet some of Cuba’s talented, energetic salsa dancers, then learn the finer steps for yourself.

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JAZZ SESSION

Enjoy a concert with jazz musicians in one of Havana's famous jazz clubs.

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Jazz Performances

HAVANA JAZZ FESTIVAL 

This evening, attend various performances and events.

Day 5: Sun. Feb 2, 2025 | Havana
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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CRUISING IN PRE-1959 CONVERTIBLE CLASSIC AMERICAN CAR

Through this unique experience, you become part of a narrative that embraces connection and understanding. Riding in a classic car in Havana is more than a nostalgic journey; it is an opportunity to support and celebrate those Cuban entrepreneurs who lovingly restore vintage automobiles and offer visitors rides as a way to support themselves and their families.

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ERNEST HEMINGWAY'S FINCA VIGIA

Travel to Finca Vigía, where Hemingway lived and wrote his most famous novel, The Old Man and the Sea. At Finca Vigía, which is supported by independent organizations, you can meet the local caretakers as you walk the perimeter of the house and peer through the windows to see how it was kept when Hemmingway lived there. The walls are lined with bookshelves and covered with paintings, some of them depicting Hemingway on his African safaris.

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LUNCH WITH RUM & CIGAR PAIRING

Join your fellow travelers for a delicious lunch, and later, learn the secrets and steps behind the perfect pairing of Cuba’s signature products–cigars and rum. Naturally, Cubans are true connoisseurs of both products, and they know exactly what it takes to find the right match of flavors.

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SANTA AMALIA DANCERS

Strap on your dancing shoes and get ready for a jazz party with the Santa Amalia Dancers, among the city’s best! The genuine, welcoming vibe is guaranteed to get you singing and dancing in no time. Among Jazz’s many sub-genres, Afro-Cuban jazz stands out as the oldest form of Latin jazz and for its substantial contributions to the Jazz Age as a whole.

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Jazz Concert

2025 HAVANA JAZZ FESTIVAL CLOSING CEREMONY

This evening, attend the 2025 Jazz Festival closing ceremony.

Day 6: Mon. Feb 3, 2025 | Havana
Meals: Breakfast
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FAREWELL, CUBA!

After breakfast, transfer to José Martí International Airport for your return flight home.

Each departure is custom-curated to provide the best experiences possible and from time-to-time specific experiences, and/or restaurants may not be available and will be replaced by an item of equal or greater value. A final list of daily experiences and dining options is provided roughly two weeks prior to departure. Each tour provides a full-time schedule of Support for the Cuban People activities and is fully compliant with U.S. Department of Treasury, Office of Foreign Assets Control regulations regarding travel to Cuba. 

  • Five nights at Iberostar Selection La Habana 

  • VIP Havana Jazz Festival Pass including preferred seating

  • Cuban Visa

  • Expert Cuban guide

  • Private driver

  • Exclusive-guided visits and experiences

  • Transportation and airport transfers

  • 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners

  • Certification of travel to Cuba under the U.S. Department of the Treasury general license

  • 24-hour on tour customer service

ALSO AVAILABLE:

  • Flights
  • Room & suite upgrades

NOT INCLUDED:

Mandatory "Cuban" Health insurance. This is included in the cost of the airline ticket.*

Customary gratuities are left to the guest’s discretion and should be based on your satisfaction with the level of service received. With your travel documents, which you will receive at approximately 21 days prior to departure, we will include a list of expected gratuities and suggestions of amounts to pay.

For full terms and conditions, click here.

*Mandatory "Cuban" Health Insurance is included in the cost of the airline ticket for US Carriers when you depart from the USA to Cuba. If you travel via a third party country you must check with the airline to verify if it is included. If not, you will need to purchase this mandatory insurance upon arrival in Cuba.

IBEROSTAR CUBA SELECTION LA HABANA

HAVANA

Iberostar Cuba Selection La Habana's prime location provides easy access to Havana's most iconic landmarks, including the historic Old Havana, vibrant Malecón promenade, and lively Vedado district. Immerse yourself in the rhythm of the city, as you explore its vibrant streets filled with music, art, and culture.

Calle K, between E 23 and 25
Vedado, Havana
Cuba

Note: Iberostar Cuba Selection La Habana does not accept cash payments, in any currency, nor does it accept credit cards issued through US financial institutions. For any incidentals, beverages at a bar, or non-included meals, guests must purchase a Cuban MLC (Moneda Libremente Convertible) debit card, valid only in Cuba. It can only be obtained at the CADECA and your guide will provide you with details upon arrival.

NO MORE THAN 20 GUESTS ON THIS DEPARTURE

Want to experience this tour privately? Have specific travel dates in mind? We’ve got you covered! Call a travel specialist at 800-450-2822 to learn more!

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Havana Jazz Festival 2025

This tour does not include flights, but our flight specialists are happy to help arrange them! When you book, tell us which city you're coming from, and we'll get back to you with a quote and a proposed flight schedule within 5 business days. If you accept our quote, we'll add the price to your balance due including a $35 per person ticketing fee. Should you decide to book your own flights, please send us your flight details no later than 45 days prior to departure so that we can arrange your transfers accordingly.