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HAVANA · BEACH · CARIBBEAN
Havana & Varadero Twin-Centre Holiday
Three nights in Havana for the music and history, then seven nights of all-inclusive Iberostar luxury on Varadero beach. From £1,780pp, fully ATOL protected.
A twin centre holiday is the best way to experience Cuba — three nights soaking up the music, history, and street life of Havana, then a private transfer to Varadero for seven nights of premium all-inclusive relaxation on one of the Caribbean's most spectacular beaches. We offer two five-star Iberostar options in Havana, both paired with the Selection Iberostar Varadero for the beach half:
Iberostar Selection Parque Central — from £1,780pp. Havana's most iconic hotel, overlooking Parque Central with two rooftop pools and panoramic views of the Capitol Building dome. Colonial elegance in the heart of Old Havana.
Iberostar Gran Packard — from £2,150pp. A striking art deco property right on the Malecón seafront, with an infinity rooftop pool overlooking Havana Bay. Modern luxury with a front-row seat to the city's most famous promenade.
Both options include return flights with Air Europa, all transfers, your Cuban e-Visa, and ATOL financial protection.
WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL
Trip highlights
Two 5-star Iberostar hotels — choose the colonial Parque Central or the modern Gran Packard on the Malecón
Old Havana — UNESCO World Heritage streets, live music, vintage cars, colonial plazas
Selection Iberostar Varadero — premium all-inclusive with four à la carte restaurants and three pools
Varadero Beach — 20km of white sand and turquoise Caribbean water
Air Europa flights — convenient connections via Madrid from London Gatwick
Private transfers — airport pickups and Havana-to-Varadero transfer included
Cuban e-Visa included — we handle the application free of charge
ATOL protected — full financial security from the moment you book
DAY BY DAY
Your itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Havana
Fly from London Gatwick to Havana via Madrid with Air Europa. On arrival at José Martí International Airport, your private driver will meet you and transfer you to the Iberostar Selection Parque Central. Check in and head up to one of the two rooftop pools for panoramic views across Parque Central and the Capitol Building dome. The hotel's colonial elegance and unbeatable location make it the perfect base for exploring Havana.
Day 2: Old Havana & Havana Vieja
After breakfast at the hotel, step outside into the UNESCO-listed streets of Old Havana. Walk through Plaza de la Catedral, Plaza de Armas, and Plaza Vieja — each with its own character and charm. Visit the Museo de la Revolución in the former Presidential Palace, browse artisan markets, and take in the street music that spills from every corner. In the evening, enjoy a mojito at La Bodeguita del Medio or a daiquiri at El Floridita — both Hemingway favourites.
Day 3: Classic Cars, Art & the Malecón
Start the day with a ride in a classic 1950s American convertible along the Malecón seafront. Visit the Fábrica de Arte Cubano (Cuba's most exciting contemporary art space) or the Fusterlandia mosaic neighbourhood in Jaimanitas. Spend the afternoon exploring the backstreets of Centro Habana, discovering paladares (private restaurants) and live music venues. Your last evening in Havana is free to explore at your own pace — perhaps return to the rooftop pool for sunset views.
Day 4: Transfer to Varadero
After a leisurely breakfast, your private driver will collect you from the hotel for the scenic two-hour transfer to Varadero along the Via Blanca coastal highway. Check in to the Selection Iberostar Varadero — your home for the next seven nights. The resort's premium all-inclusive service begins immediately, so settle in with a welcome cocktail by one of the three swimming pools.
Days 5–10: Varadero — Beach & All-Inclusive
Seven nights to enjoy one of the Caribbean's finest beach resorts. The Selection Iberostar Varadero offers four à la carte restaurants — La Dorada (Mediterranean), Ambrosio (Cuban cuisine), Manzuko (Japanese and sushi), and La Padilla (international) — plus a generous main buffet restaurant. Three swimming pools, a full-service spa, non-motorised watersports (kayaking, sailing, windsurfing), and evening entertainment complete the picture. Optional excursions can be arranged locally — the Saturno Cave for a swim in an underground cenote, a catamaran cruise to Cayo Blanco, or a day trip to the colonial city of Matanzas.
Day 11: Departure
After a final breakfast, transfer to Varadero's Juan Gualberto Gómez Airport (or back to Havana for your return flight). Fly home via Madrid with Air Europa, arriving back in the UK the following morning.
WHERE YOU'LL STAY
Your hotels
Option 1: Iberostar Selection Parque Central ★★★★★ — from £1,780pp
Havana's most prestigious hotel occupies a prime position on Parque Central, the city's cultural heart. The property combines a beautifully restored colonial building with a modern tower wing, offering 427 rooms with marble bathrooms and city views. Two rooftop swimming pools and sun terraces provide stunning panoramic views of the Capitol Building and the Havana skyline. The exclusive Capitol Level premium tier offers upgraded rooms, a private lounge, and dedicated concierge. Breakfast is a generous international buffet. The hotel is a 2-minute walk from the Gran Teatro de La Habana and steps from the cobbled streets of Havana Vieja.
Option 2: Iberostar Gran Packard ★★★★★ — from £2,150pp
The Gran Packard is Iberostar's most striking Havana property — a beautifully restored art deco building right on the Malecón, Havana's iconic 8km seafront promenade. The rooftop infinity pool looks out over the harbour entrance and the Morro fortress, and is one of the best spots in the city for sunset. The hotel has 321 rooms across 8 floors, a spa, fitness centre, and the Galería restaurant serving modern Cuban cuisine. The location puts you at the western edge of Old Havana — walk east along the Malecón towards the colonial centre, or head inland to the Prado boulevard and the Capitol Building in minutes.
Beach: Selection Iberostar Varadero ★★★★★ — 7 nights, All-Inclusive
Both options pair with the same premium beach resort. The Selection Iberostar Varadero sits on a pristine stretch of Varadero's famous 20-kilometre beach, with powder-white sand and crystal-clear water. The premium all-inclusive package features four à la carte restaurants — La Dorada (Mediterranean), Ambrosio (Cuban), Manzuko (Japanese), and La Padilla (international) — alongside a generous buffet. Three swimming pools, a full-service spa, non-motorised watersports, and evening entertainment complete the picture. "Selection" is Iberostar's premium tier — expect butler service, priority reservations, premium spirits, 24-hour room service, and a dedicated concierge.
What's Included
- Return flights from London Gatwick to Havana via Madrid (Air Europa)
- 3 nights in Havana at your chosen Iberostar hotel (5-star, bed & breakfast)
- 7 nights at Selection Iberostar Varadero (5-star, premium all-inclusive)
- Private airport transfers in Havana and Varadero
- Private transfer from Havana to Varadero (approximately 2 hours)
- All meals, premium drinks and snacks at Selection Iberostar Varadero
- Daily breakfast at your Havana hotel
- Resort facilities: three pools, spa access, watersports, entertainment
- Cuban Tourist Card (e-Visa) included free of charge
- ATOL financial protection (licence 10898)
- 24/7 in-destination support from our local team in Cuba
What's Not Included
- Travel insurance (specialist cover required — we recommend High Risk Voyager)
- Lunches and dinners in Havana (budget £15–25 per meal at paladares)
- Optional excursions in Varadero (catamaran trips, Saturno Cave, Matanzas)
- Gratuities for hotel staff and drivers
- Anything not explicitly mentioned in What's Included
Want a different twin-centre combination?
This itinerary is Havana + Varadero, but we also build twin-centres with Cayo Santa María, Trinidad and Cienfuegos. See every pairing in our complete guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Both are 5-star Iberostar properties with excellent service, but they offer different experiences. The Parque Central is in the heart of the colonial centre — step outside and you're immediately in Old Havana's cobbled streets, with the Capitol Building and Gran Teatro seconds away. It's the classic choice and our most popular option. The Gran Packard is on the Malecón seafront, a short walk west of the colonial centre. It's a more modern, design-led hotel with a stunning rooftop infinity pool overlooking the harbour. Choose the Parque Central for location and colonial charm, or the Gran Packard for contemporary luxury and sea views.
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