Location
Havana - Pinar del Río
Duration
approx. 8 hours
Kind
Day trip
Option
Group/Private
Pinar del Río - A trip to the garden of Cuba
Leave the hustle and bustle of Havana behind and embark on a journey to the garden of Cuba. Pinar del Río, the capital of the province of the same name, is known for its green landscapes and flourishing tobacco plantations. This region, once the poorest in Cuba, is now the richest thanks to the successful tobacco industry. Experience the breathtaking nature and watch a real torcedor rolling cigars on this impressive excursion.
First highlight
Visit to a tobacco factory
After your arrival in Pinar del Río, visit the Fábrica de Tabacos, where experienced torcedores diligently roll the wrapper leaves. Learn about the complicated process of cigar production, a tradition that has a long history in Cuba. A torcedor can produce between 40 and 180 cigars a day, which illustrates the craftsmanship involved.
Second highlight
Lunch break
Before exploring the picturesque town of Pinar del Río, you will take a relaxing lunch break. Please note that lunch is not included in the tour price.
Third highlight
City tour in Pinar del Río
Explore the charming town of Pinar del Río, which is often described as a sleepy little town where time seems to stand still. Stroll through the alleyways, past well-preserved neoclassical buildings and colorfully painted houses. The most important sights include Calle Martí, where you will find the Palacio de Guasch, a building with every conceivable architectural style, and the Teatro Milanés, which commemorates the romantic poet José Jacinto. In the Historical Museum you can admire a variety of exhibits, including personal items belonging to the inventor of the cha-cha-cha.
Top sights of the tour
Fábrica de Tabacos
Visit the Fábrica de Tabacos and experience the craftsmanship of the torcedores. The finest Cuban cigars are produced in this factory, illustrating the meticulous process and long tradition of cigar production in Cuba.
City of Pinar del Río
With its neoclassical architecture, colorful houses and important historical sites such as the Palacio de Guasch and the Teatro Milanés, the city of Pinar del Río offers an insight into Cuba's rich cultural heritage.
Services included
Transfer from and to accommodation in Havana
Qualified, German-speaking tour guide
Tour of Pinar del Río and visit to the tobacco factory
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Visit Pinar del Río and an authentic tobacco factory!
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