School trips to Cuba
Demonstrate a different way of life to your History and Politics students
- Key stage 4 - 16+
- Year round
Demonstrate a different way of life to your students on a school trip to Cuba
Cuba will show your History and Politics students a totally different way of life and is a chance for them to gain valuable insight into the Cold-war era and further their understanding about the personalities and politics of those involved.
Cuba is the largest island in the Caribbean, filled with incredible people and vibrant culture. Due to a harsh, decades-long economic embargo enforced by its big neighbour, the USA, Cuba has struggled to keep pace with the rest of the world. Its people and infrastructure have undoubtedly suffered as a result, but a slight upside of this is a magical place where much of a 1950s facade is maintained. Slightly shabby yet superbly stylish, Cuba is a great place for a history tour that also offers a chance to see how a small country can survive economically when isolated from much of the rest of the world.
Whether they are working in Key Stage 3, 4 or 5, a school trip to Cuba will show your History and Politics students a totally unique social structure and economy. They will return home with a greater understanding of the countries fascinating history, from the early conquistadors to the Cold War, the impact of trade embargos, today's communist political system and an understanding of significant events in world history.
We can tailor your itinerary to your unique learning requirements, please contact us for a bespoke quote.
Day 1– Arrive Havana, Cuba in the late afternoon and then meet your guide and coach and transfer to your accommodation.
Day 2 - City tour of Old Havana – Rum Museum visit – Plaza de Armas – Plaza Vieja, - Plaza de la Catedral – Cathedral Square and Revolution Square. Overnight Havana.
Day 3 - Depart Havana for Pinar del Rio province and Vinales Valley – Visit a cigar rolling factory Cueva de Los Indios caves. Overnight Vinales.
Day 4 - Visit Guama Crocodile Farm visit – Bay of Pigs Invasion area at Playa Giron – Cienfuegos. Overnight Cienfuegos.
Day 5 - Visit Cienfuegos City – Aquarium visit – La Vega – Afternoon swim in the Caribbean Sea. Overnight in Cienfuego.
Day 6 - Transfer to Trinidad – Walking tour on arrival – Visit Plaza Mayor – visit the arts and craft markets of Casa Cantero. Overnight Trinidad.
Day 7 - Depart Trinidad – drive to Santa Clara – Visit Tren Blindado and Che Guevara's Monument. Overnight Santa Clara.
Day 8 – Depart for the UK.
Our long haul school trips include:
- A detailed itinerary with pre-booked excursions
- Board and lodging as specified in your itinerary
- Return flights and overseas transfers
- Approximately one free teacher place for every 10 students on the trip
- 24-hour emergency support
- Comprehensive travel insurance
- Assistance with inspection visits
- Some of our long-haul trips will also include a guide
Extras to budget for:
- School to airport transfers and meals en route (if required)
- Visa charges and supplements for small parties, single rooms and additional adults
- Local tourist taxes which can only be paid in cash to the hotel
- Entrances other than those specified in your itinerary
- Hotel damage deposits
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