“Ride to Playa Larga and Playa Girón in Old Fashion American Classic Cars” Tour

• Duration: 12 hrs approximately
• Departure time: 08.00 hrs
• Tour guide: Yes
• Children are allowed: Yes
• Languages spoken: Spanish and English

“Ride to Playa Larga and Playa Girón in Old Fashion American Classic Cars” Tour

Description:

Cienaga de Zapata National Park, declared by UNESCO in 2000 as a Biosphere Reserve and RAMSAR Site. It is one of the most singular sites in Cuba, where several types of ecosystems are grouped from swamps to white sand beaches. The vegetation of the Ciénaga de Zapata constitutes one of the most important green areas in Cuba and, because of the very species of flora and fauna it shelters, it represents a place of world interest. Visiting the place is undoubtedly an extraordinary adventure for nature and life lovers. Enjoy also a day in the waters of the Caribbean Sea, appreciate one of the largest coral reefs in the country and at the same time know its exotic flora and fauna, its people and its impressive history. You will be able to mix adventure, history and the enjoyment of nature.

Guamá - Playa Larga, a must visit site for the traveler, is an attraction for lovers of wildlife and intact habitats. Among the outstanding places we find the center of breeding of crocodiles, La Laguna del Tesoro, El Pueblo Taíno (built in 1962), also we will visit Playa Larga to enjoy a day of relaxation in one of the most paradisiacal and Caribbean beaches of Cuba.

Playa Girón, is a small beach located in the south center of the Ciénaga de Zapata, it went down in history in 1961, when the mercenary invasion of the Bay of Pigs took place. By its history and its natural conditions it is constituted like one of the most visited places of the country.

In order to make this trip unforgettable we put at your disposal our authentic American cars from the 50's. These are excellent original vehicles, classics in perfect condition; which will undoubtedly make you travel through time.

The departures for this tour only take place from Havana.

Main places to enjoy in the tour

Guamá Tourist Park and Playa Larga

• Finca Fiesta Campesina.
• Breeding of crocodiles of Guama observing the different varieties of this species.
• The Lagoon of the Treasure.
• Aboriginal Village of Guama.
• Village of Playa Larga.
• Hotel Playa Larga.
• Cueva Los Peces, an impressive natural swimming pool of clear crystal with more than 70 meters of depth that communicates with the sea by an underground tunnel, it is possible to make snorkel inside the cave the colorful tropical fish abound, surrounded by all natural beauty, marine algae, corals, virgin sand and precious stones.

Girón Beach

• Town of Playa Giron.
• Playa Giron Hotel.
• Victory Museum at the Bay of Pigs, dedicated to the Bay of Pigs invasion or Playa Giron invasion in which three rooms with weapons used during that battle are exhibited.
• Caleta Buena Diving Center.
• At your choice, a previous lunch reservation can be organized in a wonderful typical restaurant of this region for the approximate price of 10.00 cuc per person.

By paying the entrance fees, customers can enjoy the main tourist attractions of the city.

Services included in the excursion:

• Local guide (Spanish, English).
• Pick up at the hotel or rental house and panoramic tour of the route to Playa Larga and Playa Giron in classic cars and transfers to and from the hotel;
• Stop in transit at the "Parador Fiesta Campesina" on the National Highway;
• Continuation of the trip to La Boca. Optional visit to the Crocodile Farm with free time for shopping. (not included in the price).
• Optional trip by speedboat to the replica of the Taino Village. (not included in the price).
• Optional free time for lunch at a local restaurant. (not included in the price).
• Transfer to Cueva Los Peces and free time to swim in its beautiful natural pools. (Entrance fee not included in the price).
• Continuation of the tour to Playa Giron.
• In the afternoon, you will have some free time to enjoy a swim in the beautiful waters of the turquoise sea of the place, possibility of snorkeling and diving (not included in the price);
• Free time to visit the town of Playa Giron or the Victory Museum at the Bay of Pigs (not included in the price);
• Return to the hotel or rental house.

Services not included in the excursion:.

Entrance fees to museums, sights and tourist attractions, restaurants (meals), bars (beverages) and tips, among others, are not included in the price of the tour and require an extra charge to be decided by the clients.

Maximum pax for the tour: 4 Pax in classic American car (with driver-guide service) or 8 Pax in microbus (with driver-guide service).

Distance traveled by car on the tour (round trip): 430 kms approximately.

Approximate duration of the tour by car (round trip): 5.10 hours approximately.

We use these cars:

• This experience will be done in a classic hardtop car, model: Chevrolet Deluxe 1950 (4-door sedan) / Plymouth Deluxe 1955 (4-door sedan) / Fort Victoria 1955 (4-door sedan) / Oldsmobile Model 88 1954 (4-door sedan) or similar (Classic), with air conditioning and professional driver and guide in English and Spanish (optional).

End of the excursion and start of the return trip to Havana: 17.00 hrs.

Pick up point: Place of accommodation (rental house or hotel).

Extra price for lunch or dinner: + 10.00 USD per pax.

Important note: Clients can be transferred directly to Varadero for an extra charge of 75.00 USD per car (not per passenger).

TIPS: • We recommend: light clothing, sunglasses, sunscreen, Swimwearhat and camera.