Unique things to do in Trinidad

Taxi will pick you in your accomodation, if you provide us in advance with your accomodation address, without extra pay if is in Trinidad city. We will go to the mountains knowed as Topes de Collantes relative near of Trinidad. During the travessy to our farm we will can stop in a lookout point, in some other interesting places.. We will talk about dreams, ideas, traditions, customs...but mainly about our way of maintaining the family tradition of coffee production. You will learn about coffee the way we do and you will help us in the different processes to get a good coffee at home, ofncourse dependind kn the time of the year you come. You will work, cook and learn all you want about Cuba and our way of doing things,Come you with a sac of positive energy, and enjoy peacefull, fresh air and the enviroment with us.

We’ll walk from Plaza Mayor to the top of La Vigia Hill. From there you’ll have a beautiful and unforgettable view of Trinidad City, Sugar Mills Valley nearby, the mountains, and the Caribbean Sea. It will be an excellent opportunity to get away from town and get closer to nature. This is a chance to take great photos, exercise, and feel the history and culture of this small town from a different perspective. During the hike we will talk about the landscape and people of this city while we enjoy the beautiful sunrise. Other things to note Wear suitable clothes and shoes for hiking. I recommend bring insect repellent, kneepads, ankle pads, and a small bag or backpack for your belongings.

We will visit the historical center of the city of Trinidad starting from the point where the town was founded in 1514, we will visit historic buildings dating from the seventeenth to the nineteenth centuries, we will learn the history of the village in detail while we walk, its culture, art and religion. We will analyze architectural styles and construction techniques of the colonial period, methods and strategies of conservation and restoration put into practice both by the Cuban government and by owners of some of these valuable buildings that today are private homes, some of themes we can visit because their owners are my friends. We will visit the main art gallery of the city that occupies a state historical building, as well as other private (if you are interest) ones inside and outside the historical center, we will meet artists with an original work, disconnected from the touristic, commercial or souvenir market circuit, in their homes or private workshops not open to the public, as many are my colleagues and friends, we can share their experiences and talk about their work as we see them work.

First, some interesting facts about the culinary traditions of our island are explained, then we will explain the menu that we will develop in the class, then we will prepare it together and finally we will taste our preparations in an extraordinary Cuban Creole dinner. Other things to note It is an unforgettable experience.

Our tour starts just in the heart of the city, we ́ll visit some historical – religious – cultural – and social, important and interesting places, well preserved through out years and centuries. We ́ll get into the city till its limits, we ́ll walk by the streets and visit some old slave markets. Later, we ́ll get into the Sugar Mills Valley to visit and see farms and sugar mill ruins, a living witness of the independence war against the spanish colonialism, you ́ll have the chance to take excellents photos of country landscapes, we ́ll make our own route and will talk about those used by the African slaves to run away from the sugar cane plantations. The first one is about 4.2km(2.6 miles) to get into the forest, where we ́ll take a rest for snacking. The 2nd part is about 2.1km(1.3 miles), having some stops to talk with the farmers, visit their houses and also to know their way of living at the mountains. We will see our national bird - Tocororo, besides another birds, reptiles, trees and flowers. Just at the end of the tour and for relaxing, we ́ll swin in a waterfall natural pools and we will come back in a very fabulous american car, of the fifties. Other things to note Our hiking experience has the characteristic of being an educational tour, with the possibility of knowing our customs, traditions, social situation and natural areas protected by our country.

The walk to the waterfall begins in the limits of the city of Trinidad, and it is necessary to cross the entire Valley of the Sugar Mills, characterized by a large number of sugar mills dating from the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. It is a journey full of beautiful landscapes and interesting history, as well as the daily life of the local peasant, who prepare and offer drinks such as "the guarapo", a drink derived from sugar cane, and the well-known coffee, which is prepared using the most traditional methods of the time. The waterfall is in itself a refreshing paradise, a gift from nature to satisfy the enjoyment and relaxation of the most demanding. The gastronomic offer included, is also a sample of the most typical culinary of our country, ready to convince and to love everyone who tries it.

From the meeting point, tour takes a panoramic ride from the city to the lookout Point over the Valley, around 10 min from town. Here guide will introduce historic and cultural facts to clients about the Valley (15 min visit). Most of all historic issues relating the valley with the city, its importance for the economic flourishment that the village had in the 18th century. At the same time passengers will enjoy a magnificent view over the valley. Time for pictures. Continue the ride till San Isidro de los Destiladeros Site, where clients will have an specialized guided tour to learn about this magnificent just discovered site. Who built it? When? Who made it prosperous? All this offered just in front of the big mansion just restored. Site displays the only preserved system of pots that were used to produce sugar (Tren Jamaiquino). 40 min stop with time for pictures. entrance fee ncluded. Keep the ride to Buena Vista Site (20 min stop) guide will give historic explanations of the area. Clients will love the views from here. Free time for pictures. Ride to Manaca Iznaga Site. Visit a regular Cuban Community where there used to be a series of slave huts and today regular local families live there. Visit Tower viewpoint9optional), National Monument today. You might try a sugar cane juice the way Cubans do (40 min). Back to meeting point

Initially we will make an introduction about Cuban cocktail traditions, about the history of cocktails. I will teach you how to prepare the cocktails step by step and then you will put into practice the knowledge acquired by preparing your own cocktails. We will prepare delicious Mojitos, Cuba Libre, the trinitarian cocktail called canchánchara typical of our city and the splendid Colonial Trinidad that is very beautiful for its colors and delicious at the same time.

Taxi will pick you in your accomodation, if you provide us in advance with your accomodation address, without extra pay if is in Trinidad city. We will go to the mountains knowed as Topes de Collantes relative near of Trinidad. During the travessy to our farm we will can stop in a lookout point, in some other interesting places.. We will talk about dreams, ideas, traditions, customs...but mainly about our way of maintaining the family tradition of coffee production. You will learn about coffee the way we do and you will help us in the different processes to get a good coffee at home, ofncourse dependind kn the time of the year you come. You will work, cook and learn all you want about Cuba and our way of doing things,Come you with a sac of positive energy, and enjoy peacefull, fresh air and the enviroment with us.

We’ll walk from Plaza Mayor to the top of La Vigia Hill. From there you’ll have a beautiful and unforgettable view of Trinidad City, Sugar Mills Valley nearby, the mountains, and the Caribbean Sea. It will be an excellent opportunity to get away from town and get closer to nature. This is a chance to take great photos, exercise, and feel the history and culture of this small town from a different perspective. During the hike we will talk about the landscape and people of this city while we enjoy the beautiful sunrise. Other things to note Wear suitable clothes and shoes for hiking. I recommend bring insect repellent, kneepads, ankle pads, and a small bag or backpack for your belongings.

En mi experiencia estaremos visitando varios lugares de interés histórico y cultural, interactuaremos con personas locales y con una mezcla de historia y tradición nos lanzaremos hacia la cotidianidad de quienes pueblan la añeja Villa de Trinidad de Cuba. En un recorrido atípico en el tiempo, comenzaremos por el centro de la ciudad, más cercano a nuestros días, para luego andar las calles y adentrarnos cada vez más en el paisaje urbano, su arquitectura, sus costumbres, su cultura, museos, su comida, la religión afrocubana y el día a día del trinitario. Más allá de todo esto, no faltará la recomendación de los centros nocturnos más visitados para los diferentes gustos e intereses. Visitaremos también el Café de su elección, para degustar de una bebida tradicional, que puede ser en mitad del recorrido o al finalizar.

We will visit the historical center of the city of Trinidad starting from the point where the town was founded in 1514, we will visit historic buildings dating from the seventeenth to the nineteenth centuries, we will learn the history of the village in detail while we walk, its culture, art and religion. We will analyze architectural styles and construction techniques of the colonial period, methods and strategies of conservation and restoration put into practice both by the Cuban government and by owners of some of these valuable buildings that today are private homes, some of themes we can visit because their owners are my friends. We will visit the main art gallery of the city that occupies a state historical building, as well as other private (if you are interest) ones inside and outside the historical center, we will meet artists with an original work, disconnected from the touristic, commercial or souvenir market circuit, in their homes or private workshops not open to the public, as many are my colleagues and friends, we can share their experiences and talk about their work as we see them work.

Would you like to learn more about Cuban culture with its rhythms, landscapes and energy? Looking for a unique and engaging activity? Experience it with us....and get to know Cuba through a comprehensive and immersive tour of Trinidad. We are two young dancers and guides. For everyone, no one excluded: Beginners, curious, advanced level, cheerful! What will we do? - Coffee or brunch depending on the time of the tour, at the most famous Cuban café (typical Cuban café in the centre of Trinidad) - optional for participants. - 1 hr. dance lesson Sala Cubana (Casino) at the terrace or patio of a colonial house in the centre of Trinidad; - 1 h historical tour with advice, sharing of experiences and useful information for travellers; - Lunch in a typical Cuban paladar - optional for participants. Shared evening of dancing and entertainment with live music in a typical Trinidad venue - optional for participants. Bring with you: cheerfulness, good energy and happiness! If you have specific requests, send us a message! We hope to see you soon!

From the meeting point, walk to the commercial centre, Cespedes . Guide will give a historical background of the area. Walk to Colon Street and Alameda street to the oldest street, Calle Real to discover the hidden treasures of the historic center, a stop at Plaza Mayor. Keep walking along Calle Real to Jigue Square, foundational spot of the village. Guide will give you a historical background of the area. Walk up to the Romance Museum, entrance fee and guided visit included (if available) to discover how the colonial upper class used to live with decorative elements of the Romance Period. Visit to the iconic Casa de la Musica to enjoy traditional live Cuban Music combined with an optional refreshing drink (Trinidad Colonial) Visit a local Colonial house while walking along the living museum area of the city. Interact with the family and enjoy a homemade coffee. Visit Santa Ana Square to see the ruins of this important church from Colonial Times and its old prison, turned into a Brewery today. Stop for 15 min for an optional drink. Take a panoramic ride by rickshaw for about 20 minutes to see where real local life goes on, and part of a defensive structure of the city in colonial times. Other things to note: Be ready to walk on cobbled stone streets

First, some interesting facts about the culinary traditions of our island are explained, then we will explain the menu that we will develop in the class, then we will prepare it together and finally we will taste our preparations in an extraordinary Cuban Creole dinner. Other things to note It is an unforgettable experience.

La experiencia de cena romántica se desarrolla en nuestro comedor, el cual es un lugar tranquilo, apartado y rodeado de jardines. La cena se sirve a la luz de las velas, acompañada de música en vivo tocada por un músico local. Los platos que se sirven, son platos típicos de nuestra cocina criolla cubana, elaborados en nuestra propia casa y se acompaña con una bebida de su preferencia.

You will ride around 5 km through and sugarcane plantations, there will be good moments to take photos of farmers, farm animals, landscapes., an interesting tour, surrounded by natural wonders. You will visit and swim in natural waterfalls and caves underwater, it will be a true approach to the natural life of Trinidad You will have the opportunity to meet the national bird (El Tocororo) and other birds species of this region. It is important to have sun cream with you and take it to any excursion in Cuba. I recommend sport shoes for walks in the valley and mountainous areas. Bring your camera to record memorable moments. I will need to know the address of your hostal here in Trinidad so that i can to pick you up there and start the tour. Other things to note The minimum age to participate is 18 years. Participants can also bring their children ,you can also enjoy horse drawn carriage.

We will know the intangible heritage of Trinidad, declared Artisan City of the World since 2018, its history, customs and artisanal traditions inherited throughout the centuries by the inhabitants of this land, which were once their only way of life. On this tour, we will visit the cobbled stone streets of the historic center plagued of art everywhere, admiring the architecture of the famous mansions belonged to the wealthy families of Trinidad centuries ago, which provide a colonial and magical atmosphere. We will travel through parks of the city knowing galleries, local artisans and people, we will introduce in their real daily life. We will know the Santander family, heirs of a long tradition of pottery, where we will have fun creating a piece of pottery, guided by a master. Also you will have the chance to taste the local coctel, a delicious cancháncchara. You will have the chance of learn about my city and people, following our traditions with the objective that you retorned to your country, with a new artisan skill. Let's discover the art treasured in Trinidad. Other things to note This is your best chance to learn our art, legends, centuries-old cultural, religious and traditions that will make you love our World Artisan City, Follow me and learn a new skill !!

From the meeting point, walk to Judith Pfaife´s studio, if lucky to meet the artist herself, you will enjoy her own stories (15min) Your guide will give an introduction here of modern arts. Take a rickshow to Santander Family workshop to enjoy and learn from the owner this legendary art in town. (10min) take a rickshow to Yamy´s workshop, on Calle Maceo, a women´s right defender, show a distinctive form of art that already portrays Trinidad´s Art. Guide will talk about that (15 min) Walk up for some blocks to Mata´s studio museum (15min). This iconic son of Trinidad that is known as a Night Painter will welcome you to explain all about his work. It´s time to enjoy the city cocktail canchanchara at his patio. (20-30 min) Make a stop at Casa de los Conspiradores, where Yami has a small showcase of her art (optional) Other things to note If you love arts You will have the chance to visit workshops and art galleries with the assistance of your guide providing an insight to these amazing artists in town

Our tour starts just in the heart of the city, we ́ll visit some historical – religious – cultural – and social, important and interesting places, well preserved through out years and centuries. We ́ll get into the city till its limits, we ́ll walk by the streets and visit some old slave markets. Later, we ́ll get into the Sugar Mills Valley to visit and see farms and sugar mill ruins, a living witness of the independence war against the spanish colonialism, you ́ll have the chance to take excellents photos of country landscapes, we ́ll make our own route and will talk about those used by the African slaves to run away from the sugar cane plantations. The first one is about 4.2km(2.6 miles) to get into the forest, where we ́ll take a rest for snacking. The 2nd part is about 2.1km(1.3 miles), having some stops to talk with the farmers, visit their houses and also to know their way of living at the mountains. We will see our national bird - Tocororo, besides another birds, reptiles, trees and flowers. Just at the end of the tour and for relaxing, we ́ll swin in a waterfall natural pools and we will come back in a very fabulous american car, of the fifties. Other things to note Our hiking experience has the characteristic of being an educational tour, with the possibility of knowing our customs, traditions, social situation and natural areas protected by our country.