Location
Santiago de Cuba
Duration
approx. 12 hours
Kind
Day trip
Option
Group/Private
Where history meets faith
For all culture and history lovers who have planned a stay in Santiago de Cuba on their trip to Cuba, this excursion to the Castillo San Pedro de la Roca and the pilgrimage church in El Cobre is just the thing. Roaring waves crash against the castle walls of the old Castillo San Pedro de la Roca, which lies 60 meters above the sea on a coastal cliff. Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of this Cuban castle and learn all about the holiest Cuban place of pilgrimage, the Basilica de Virgen de la Caridad del Cobre, in the idyllic little town of El Cobre.
Top sights of the tour

Castillo San Pedro de la Roca
Completed in 1693, the Castillo San Pedro de la Roca fortress was originally built to protect against pirate attacks. With its robust construction, which includes three moats and several drawbridges, it is an impressive testimony to the Spanish-American military architecture of the 17th century. The strategic location of the fortress, high up on a coastal cliff, enabled the defenders to spot incoming ships at an early stage and prepare for possible attacks. It was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997.

Basilica Virgen de la Caridad del Cobre
This basilica, nestled in the greenery of the Sierra Maestra foothills, is the holiest place of pilgrimage in Cuba. The story of the merciful Virgin of Cobre, who was found floating in the bay of Nipe, gives the place a miraculous touch. The Room of Miracles, with its countless offerings, is a testimony to the faith and hopes of countless believers.
Services included
Transfer to and from Santiago de Cuba
Qualified, German-speaking tour guide
Access to all sights
Hearty lunch
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