Festival Tours
We make sure that those attending international events such as the Havana Jazz Festival, Book Fair, Art Biennial or the Ballet Festival get the most out of their Cuba travel experience.
Authentic Cuba Travel® offers US citizens and permanent residents escorted cultural tours to Cuba in the fields of arts, photography, dance & music, ballet, performing arts under the provisions of General License for Professional Research and the General License for Support for the Cuban People of the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). Our cultural Cuba tours are escorted by world class Cuban culture personalities and university graduated tour guides.
After the publication of the new amendments to the Cuban Assets Control Regulations (31 CFR Part 515) on June 9, 2022, none of the existing 12 categories of Cuba legal travel have been eliminated, the US embassy in Havana will remain open and commercial flights will continue to Havana only. It is possible for US citizens to go to Cuba legally under the General License for Educational Activities (515.565), the General License for Group People-to-people Educational Travel and other Academic Educational Activities (515.565), the General License for Professional Research (515.564), the General License for Support for the Cuban People (515.574), and others still in place.
No one can say what the future will hold for U.S.-Cuba relations, so it's important to take advantage of the current opportunity.
The cultural heritage of Cuba is rooted in a distinctly unique combination of Aboriginal, French, Chinese, Spanish, and African cultures. Since 1959, the Cuban Revolution has promoted Cuban culture by creating number of art schools and guarantying salaries for Cuban artists.
Many cultural institutions have been founded such as the Cuban Film Institute, the Cuba’s National Ballet (that has gained worldwide recognition in this period), the Cuban Institute of Music and the National Cultural Council as well as museums, Afro-Cuban folklore ensembles and theatre groups.
In contrast to earlier periods, when Cuban culture was permeated by foreign influences, the promotion of domestic cultural expressions has been paramount and a revaluation of Cuba’s unique African heritage and Afro-Cuban folklore groups have been fostered.
Music Cuba’s most important ethnomusicologist Fernando Ortiz described Cuban music as “a love affair between the African drum and the Spanish guitar”. A simple yet comprehensive description of what Cuban music is about, a happy marriage of African beats and Spanish melodies.
Painting Early evidence of Cuban painting can be found in the religious mural paintings and oils of Jose Nicolas de La Escalera (1734- 1804). However, for the greater part of 18th century, portrait and religious painting dominated Cuban artistry production. In 1818, the Academy of Painting of San Alejandro was founded, dominating Cuban art until the 1920’s when a group of young Cuban painters broke away from the academy into more European avant-garde trends that had sensationalized Europe decades earlier.
Literature Cuban literature dates as far back as 1605 to a poem titled Espejo de Paciencia written by Silvestre de Balboa.
It is in the early 19th century that Cuban literature really began to emerge as its own unique style of writing. The turning point for Cuba literature is regarded to have come with the lyrical poetic works of Jose Maria Heredia (1803-1839), with his famed Oda al Niagara and En El Teocalli de Chobula being considered the start to the Spanish Romanticism style of writing.
Film The Cuban Film Institute, or the Cuban Institute of Cinematographic Art and Industry (ICAIC) was created in the early days of the Cuban Revolution placing emphasis on documentary production at first. Icon Cuban directors of the last fifty years are Tomas Gutierrez Alea and Humberto Solas. The former was the creator of the film Strawberry and Chocolate that won the Berlin Film Festival’s special prize in 1994 and tells the intricacies of the relationship in between the Revolution supporters and Cuban homosexuals.
Hello! I’m Bernt Dietmar. Over 20 years ago, I visited Cuba as part of a delegation of American scientists interested in exploring opportunities for research and business collaboration. I was surprised by Cuba’s high academic standards, and the methods used in the educational system. We founded Authentic Cuba Travel® to show that Cuba is more than another Caribbean tourism destination and promote the understanding in between Cuba and North America. I kindly invite you to join us. We'll explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, exchange with Cubans, partake in local food dishes, music, rum, and much more!
Every year Cuba’s International Festivals brought travellers to Cuba from all over the world. Every year Authentic Cuba Travel® makes sure that those attending international events such as the Havana Jazz Festival, the Havana Book Fair, the Havana Film Festival, the Havana Art Biennial, the Fire Festival, the Havana Ballet Festival or the Habano Cigar Festival get the most out of their Cuba travel experience and get to know the authentic Cuba.
Authentic Cuba Travel® operates courses, programs and exchanges sponsored by Cuba’s top educational schools and organizations such as the University of Havana, Cuba's National Ballet School, Cuba's Sports Ministry, San Alejandro’s Arts School, Insituto Cubano de La Musica, Conjunto Folklórico Nacional de Cuba. Request custom-made no-obligation Cuba Study Tours® for your students and check all the resources we put at your service. Do not wait any longer. Now is the time to start planning the next Cuba tour for your students.
Explore Cuba's Economy and Private Business Sector
Professional Research Cuba's Medical System & Healthcare Model
Discover the Wonders of Cuba’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Visit UNESCO Biosphere Reserves, National Parks & Protected Areas
Explore America’s largest & best preserved Spanish Historical Cities
Exchange with Cubans at Cathedrals, Churches & Social Projects
Spanish Course sponsored by the University of Havana
Ballet Course sponsored by Cuba's National Ballet School
Sports Trainning sponsored by Cuba's Sports Ministry
Arts Program sponsored by San Alejandro’s Arts School
Sponsored by the Havana Jazz Festival’s Organizing Committee
Sponsored by Conjunto Folklórico Nacional de Cuba
Select your authentic Cuba trip from over 70 Cuba tours in seconds. Sort by departure date, price, destination and even Cuba travel theme.
QUICK CUBA TOUR FINDERIf you’ve got an idea of which style of trip will suit you best, take a look at our different trip themes below, as there’s something to suit everyone. Not only are there themed tours to fit any budget and interest, each Authentic Cuba Travel® experience immerses you in the authentic Cuba so hard to explore while just staying in full packed beach resorts.
Our festival tours give travelers VIP access to all venues and happenings of Cuba’s famous international events such as the Havana Jazz Festival, Book Fair, Ballet Festival and others.
Through peer to peer interaction, our Cuba Study Tours® transcend ordinary tourism by immersing American students in the local culture, history, politics, music and contemporary arts.
Cuba Pathfinder® is your gateway to discover the unique Cuban cultural heritage, a set of traditions & memories not showcased in museums but much alive & thriving.
An architectural passage through Cuba’s best preserved colonial cities and unique architectural heritage, our architecture tours visit all UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Cuba.
Capturing stirring pictures of authentic Cuban destinations it is not the only mission of our photography tours. Capture the essence of the Cuban culture and the kindness of its people.
Our educational tours represents a great opportunity for K-12 teachers, university & college professors to explore Cuba’s education system while exploring colonial cities, towns and villages.
An odyssey into Cuba's tropical paradise, our nature & bird watching tours gain access to the most pristine natural sites, from UNESCO Biosphere Reserves to National Parks.
A journey into the Jewish history in Cuba, our tours will strengthen the ties between Cuban Jewish communities and North American Jews. All while visiting 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites!
What sets our sports tours apart are the private exchanges with players, coaches & staff as well as sports journalists & personalities. Then you have best seats at the games!
Real Cuba Tour 1
Havana, Las Terrazas, Vinales
Jan 11- Jan 18, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Engage Tour 1
Havana, Bay of Pigs, Trinidad
Jan 11- Jan 18, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Jazz Festival
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad
Jan 26- Feb 3, 2025
$3,099 Book Now
Santiago Jazz Festival
Santiago de Cuba
Jan 27- Feb 3, 2025
$2,899 Book Now
Havana Jazz Festival
Havana, Vinales
Jan 29- Feb 3, 2025
$2,499 Book Now
Havana Book Fair
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad
Feb 7- Feb 14, 2025
$2,799 Book Now
Havana Art Biennial
Havana, Vinales
Feb 21- Feb 28, 2025
$2,799 Book Now
Real Cuba Tour 2
Havana, Las Terrazas, Vinales
Feb 8- Feb 15, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Engage Tour 2
Havana, Bay of Pigs, Trinidad
Feb 8- Feb 15, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Habano Cigar Festival
Havana, Vinales
Feb 22- Mar 1, 2025
$2,999 Book Now
Cuba Education Tour 1
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad
Feb 22- Mar 1, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Education Tour 2
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad
Mar 1- Mar 8, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Al Natural
Havana, Zapata, Trinidad
Mar 1- Mar 12, 2025
$2,859 Book Now
Cuba Business Tour 1
Havana, Matanzas, Varadero
Mar 8- Mar 15, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Healthcare Cuba Tour 1
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad
Mar 8- Mar 15, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Real Cuba Tour 3
Havana, Las Terrazas, Vinales
Mar 8- Mar 15, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Engage Tour 3
Havana, Bay of Pigs, Trinidad
Mar 8- Mar 15, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Art Explorer I
Havana, Vinales
Mar 8- Mar 15, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Bird Watching Tour
Havana, Zapata, Trinidad
Mar 8- Mar 15, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Education Tour 3
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad
Mar 8- Mar 15, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Education Tour 4
Havana, Vinales
Mar 15- Mar 22, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Photography Tour I
Havana, Vinales, Trinidad
Apr 5- Apr 12, 2025
$2,629 Book Now
The Nature of Cuba
Havana, Vinales, Trinidad
Apr 5- Apr 14, 2025
$2,799 Book Now
Real Cuba Tour 4
Havana, Las Terrazas, Vinales
Apr 5- Apr 12, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Engage Tour 4
Havana, Bay of Pigs, Trinidad
Apr 5- Apr 12, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
4 Biosphere Reserves
Rosario, Zapata, Buenavista
May 2- May 11, 2025
$2,999 Book Now
Real Cuba Tour 5
Havana, Las Terrazas, Vinales
May 10- May 17, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Engage Tour 5
Havana, Bay of Pigs, Trinidad
May 10- May 17, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Photography Tour II
Havana, Vinales, Trinidad
Jun 7- Jun 14, 2025
$2,629 Book Now
Cuba Art Explorer II
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad
Jun 7- Jun 14, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Education Tour 5
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad
Jun 7- Jun 14, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Real Cuba Tour 6
Havana, Las Terrazas, Vinales
Jun 7- Jun 14, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Engage Tour 6
Havana, Bay of Pigs, Trinidad
Jun 7- Jun 14, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Fire Festival
Havana, Santiago de Cuba
Jun 29- Jul 6, 2025
$2,799 Book Now
Real Cuba Tour 7
Havana, Las Terrazas, Vinales
Jul 5- Jul 12, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Engage Tour 7
Havana, Bay of Pigs, Trinidad
Jul 5- Jul 12, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Business Tour 2
Havana, Matanzas, Varadero
Jul 5- Jul 12, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Healthcare Cuba Tour 2
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad
Jul 5- Jul 12, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Education Tour 6
Havana, Santiago de Cuba
Jul 5- Jul 12, 2025
$2,799 Book Now
Cuba Education Tour 7
Havana, Las Terrazas & Vinales
Jul 12- Jul 19, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Jews of Cuba Travel
Havana, Santa Clara, Cienfuegos
Aug 7- Aug 14, 2025
$2,799 Book Now
Real Cuba Tour 8
Havana, Las Terrazas, Vinales
Aug 9- Aug 16, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Engage Tour 8
Havana, Bay of Pigs, Trinidad
Aug 9- Aug 16, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Photography Tour III
Havana, Vinales, Trinidad
Aug 9- Aug 16, 2025
$2,629 Book Now
Cuba Education Tour 8
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad
Aug 9- Aug 16, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Art Explorer III
Havana, Vinales
Aug 9- Aug 16, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Legal Travel
Havana, Vinales
Aug 9- Aug 16, 2025
$2,799 Book Now
Cuba Architecture I
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad
Aug 9- Aug 16, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Seven Cities II
Havana, Santiago de Cuba
Aug 9- Aug 20, 2025
$3,329 Book Now
Real Cuba Tour 9
Havana, Las Terrazas, Vinales
Sep 6- Sep 13, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Engage Tour 9
Havana, Bay of Pigs, Trinidad
Sep 6- Sep 13, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Baseball Tour
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad
Sep 6- Sep 13, 2025
$2,999 Book Now
Real Cuba Tour 10
Havana, Las Terrazas, Vinales
Oct 4- Oct 11, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Engage Tour 10
Havana, Bay of Pigs, Trinidad
Oct 4- Oct 11, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Dance Cuba Tour
Havana, Las Terrazas
Oct 4- Oct 11, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Performing Arts Tour
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad
Oct 4- Oct 11, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Ballet Festival
Havana, Vinales
Oct 25- Nov 1, 2025
$2,999 Book Now
Jo Jazz Havana
Havana, Las Terrazas, Vinales
Nov 5- Nov 12, 2025
$2,799 Book Now
Seven Cities I
Havana, Santiago de Cuba
Nov 6- Nov 17, 2025
$3,329 Book Now
Cuba Nature Tour
Havana, Vinales, Trinidad
Nov 7- Nov 16, 2025
$2,799 Book Now
Real Cuba Tour 11
Havana, Las Terrazas, Vinales
Nov 8- Nov 15, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Engage Tour 11
Havana, Bay of Pigs, Trinidad
Nov 8- Nov 15, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Business Tour 3
Havana, Matanzas, Varadero
Nov 8- Nov 15, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Healthcare Cuba Tour 3
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad
Nov 8- Nov 15, 2025
$2,599 Book Now
Havana Film Festival
Havana, Vinales
Dec 8- Dec 15, 2025
$2,899 Book Now
Real Cuba Tour 12
Havana, Las Terrazas, Vinales
Dec 26- Jan 2, 2026
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Engage Tour 12
Havana, Bay of Pigs, Trinidad
Dec 26- Jan 2, 2026
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Education Tour 9
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad
Dec 26- Jan 2, 2026
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Education Tour 10
Havana, Bay of Pigs, Santa Clara
Dec 26- Jan 2, 2026
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Education Tour 11
Havana, Santiago de Cuba
Dec 26- Jan 2, 2026
$2,799 Book Now
Bird Watching Tour
Havana, Zapata, Trinidad
Dec 26- Jan 2, 2026
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Architecture II
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad
Dec 26- Jan 2, 2026
$2,599 Book Now
Cuba Art Explorer IV
Havana, Las Terrazas
Dec 26- Jan 2, 2026
$2,599 Book Now
Photography Tour IV
Havana, Vinales, Trinidad
Dec 26- Jan 2, 2026
$2,729 Book Now
Jewish Heritage Tour
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad
Dec 26- Jan 2, 2026
$2,799 Book Now
Family Discovery Tour
Havana, Cienfuegos, Trinidad
Dec 26- Jan 2, 2026
$2,699 Book Now
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Authentic Cuba Travel® offers travelers a $100 referral discount per person in all our Cuba tours to make it more affordable for friends and families travelling together.
Couples traveling together automatically get a $200 discount ($100 per person).
You will also receive a $100 discount per each person that joins you on the trip. Invite 1 friend to join you and pay $100 less. Invite 2 friends and pay $200 less. Invite 3, and pay $300 less, and so on.
The people that travel with you will be grateful as they will also get an additional $100 per person discount.
For example, if you invite 8 people to join in, you will receive an $800 discount. Your friends also receive a $100 discount per person, for a total group discount of $1,600.
If you happen to recruit 2 more travelers, for a total of 10 people besides you, you will receive a complimentary ground package!
Yes, if you are able to recruit 10 travelers, you will pay nothing, cero, nada for your ground package!