Havana & Hemingway Private Tour from Varadero
From $159 USD per car (up to 4 guests)
💎 Upgrade to our VIP Combo with TWO vintage cars during checkout!
Overview
Follow the footsteps of Ernest Hemingway in Havana — from his iconic bars to the quiet hillside home where he wrote some of his most famous works. This private day tour blends history, culture, and a bit of mojito magic.
You’ll explore the best of Old and Modern Havana, with stops at Hemingway’s favorite haunts and his former residence, now a museum. All in the comfort of a classic vintage car with your own local guide.
All prices in USD. Deposit required. Balance due on tour day.
Highlights
- Visit Finca Vigía, Hemingway’s home turned museum
- Stop at El Floridita and La Bodeguita del Medio
- Explore both Old Havana and Modern Havana
- Flexible, private tour just for your group
- Ride in a vintage classic car
- Local bilingual guide and driver
- Rated one of the best themed day trips from Varadero!
Tour Options
🚘 Classic Tour – $159 USD
- Classic A/C Hard Top vintage car for the full 8-hour tour
- Private guide & driver
- Round-trip comfort from Varadero to Havana (approx. 2 hours each way)
- Up to 4 guests per car
⭐ VIP Combo Tour – Add-on $40 USD
Upgrade your experience!
- Start in an A/C Hard Top for the 2-hour drive to Havana
- Switch to a Convertible in Havana for the city tour
- Two classic cars, same guide — more comfort, more flair
- Perfect for sunny days, Hemingway stops, and unforgettable photos
Select the VIP upgrade during checkout for just $40.
What’s Included
- Private vintage car (Hard Top or Combo)
- Private driver
- Bilingual local guide
- Personalized Hemingway-themed route
- Free pick-up and drop-off in Varadero
Not Included
- Entrance to Hemingway’s House – Finca Vigía ($5/person, closed Sundays)
- Lunch (your guide will suggest a great Paladar)
- Optional entry fees (e.g., Rum Museum, Cigar Factory)
- Tips (optional, appreciated)
What to Bring
- Sunscreen, hat, water
- Camera or phone
- Small USD or CAD bills for lunch, souvenirs, or tips
- Comfortable walking shoes
Sample Itinerary (Flexible)
- 8:30 AM – Pick-up at your Varadero accommodation
- Stop at Bacunayagua Bridge for scenic views
- Explore Old Havana: Cathedral Square, Plaza de Armas, El Morro Fortress
- Visit Modern Havana: Malecón, Capitol, Revolution Square, Cigar & Rum stops
- Lunch at a local Paladar
- Afternoon: Hemingway highlights — Floridita, Bodeguita, and Finca Vigía
- Return to Varadero
Good to Know
- Tour is private — no sharing
- Fits up to 4 guests per car
- VIP Combo = 2 vintage cars
- Deposit required to confirm
- Balance due in USD cash or CAD/EURO equivalent (based on daily rate)
- Cancel free up to 48 hours in advance
- Covered by our Hurricane-Free Guarantee
- Deposits never expire (Lifetime Deposit Guarantee)
- U.S. travelers: tour qualifies under the “Support for the Cuban People” visa category
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