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title - Scheduled Cruises Boat Type - Motor Sailor
Cruise Title - Sights and Sounds of Cuba - 2012/13

2012/3 Sailing Dates
Havana - Havana Program
with Havana to Casilda / Trinidad cruise

November 2012 23
December 2012 7, 21
January 2013 4,18
February 2013 1, 15
March 2013 1, 15, 29
Sailing Cruiser Panorama

2012/3 Sailing Dates
Havana - Havana Program
with Casilda/ Trinidad to Havana cruise

November 2012 30
December 2012 14, 28
January 2013 11, 25
February 2013 8, 22
March 2013 8, 22
April 2013 5
Sailing Cruiser Panorama
Section Title - Cruise Itinerary

2012/3 Havana to Trinidad leg - Cruise Itinerary

Day 1

Havana - Havana

Embarkation 4 pm. Overnight at sea to Puerto Esperanza

Day 2

Puerto Esperanza - Pinar del Rio / Vinales

Excursion in the Pinar del Rio province. We will go inland to visit the Valley of Vinales, one of Cuba's most scenic regions. You will be astonished by the view of the "magotes" rock formations and by the 18th century city of Vinales all of which contributed to make it a Unesco World Heritage site.
The full day Optional excursion includes a visit of the towns of Vinales and of Pinar del Rio.

Day 3

Bahia de Corrientes - Guanahacabibes National Park

The Panorama will reach the Bahia of Correntes, a site of stunning beauty for its crystal clear waters and pristine beaches and wildlife and a Biosphere Reserve is a UNESCO site.
Half day Optional excursion. Overnight at anchor.

Day 4

Juventud Island or Cayo Largo - Juventud Island or Cayo Largo

We leave Bahia Correntes in the morning and navigate the turquoise waters of the Caribbean side of Cuba to reach the Island of Juventud. It is a unique opportunity to admire the most beautiful reefs and coast line in the Caribbean.

Day 5

Playa Giron - Bay of Pigs

This morning we reach Playa Giron mostly known as the Bay of Pigs site of the unsuccessful attempt for Cuban exiles sponsored by the CIA to overthrow the Castro regime and of the modern history classic David against Goliath struggles.
We will also visit the Zapata ecosystem in the afternoon.
Half day Optional excursion.

Day 6

Cinfuegos - Cinfuegos

Cinfuegos was first discovered by Christopher Colombus on his second voyage to the Americas and is reached through narrow straits. It is rightfully known as the pearl of the South. It was founded by the French in 1819 and it has kept a homogeneous architectural character which earned the city a UNESCO listing with a strong French neo classic style. Our full day excursion will show the many facets of this city and of the surrounding area which is the birthplace of Benny More the legendary Cuban music composer and player. Half day Optional excursion.

Day 7

Casilda - Trinidad

We reach the port of Casilda starting point of our visit to Trinidad, a Spanish colonial settlement and Cuba-s most notorious city. For many, the clock stopped ticking in 1850 when the city was built on huge sugar fortunes. Colonial style mansions make it Cuba-s largest outdoor museum and a World Heritage site since 1988. In the afternoon we travel to the verdant Valley of Ingenios, just 8 km east of the city and also a World Heritage site, where 19th century sugar plantations are now in ruins amongst a landscape of royal palms.
2 half day Optional excursion. Evening in Casilda.

Day 8

Casilda - Trinidad

Disembarkation 9 to 10 am.
Excursion trip by bus back to Havana with lunch.

Havana - Havana

Late evening arrival - Havana

Section Title - Cruise Itinerary

2012/3 Trinidad to Havana - Cruise Itinerary

Day 1

Havana - Havana

Morning excursion and transfer from Havana to Trinidad with lunch.

Casilda - Trinidad

Late afternoon arrival in Casilda - Embarkation on Panorama - Overnight Casilda.

Day 2

Casilda - Trinidad

Today we visit to Trinidad, a Spanish colonial settlement and Cuba's most notorious city. For many, the clock stopped ticking in 1850 when the city was built on huge sugar fortunes. Colonial style mansions make it Cuba's largest outdoor museum and a World Heritage site since 1988. In the afternoon we travel to the verdant Valley of Ingenios, just 8 km east of the city and also a World Heritage site, where 19th century sugar plantations are now in ruins amongst a landscape of royal palms.
2 half day Optional excursion. Evening in Casilda

Day 3

Cinfuegos - Cinfuegos

Cinfuegos was first discovered by Christopher Colombus on his second voyage to the Americas and is reached through narrow straits. It is rightfully known as the pearl of the South. It was founded by the French in 1819 and it has kept a homogeneous architectural character which earned the city a UNESCO listing with a strong French neo classic style. Our full day excursion will show the many facets of this city and of the surrounding area which is the birthplace of Benny More the legendary Cuban music composer and player. Half day Optional excursion.

Day 4

Playa Giron - Bay of Pigs

This morning we reach Playa Giron mostly known as the Bay of Pigs site of the unsuccessful attempt for Cuban exiles sponsored by the CIA to overthrow the Castro regime and of the modern history classic David against Goliath struggles. We will also visit the Zapata ecosystem in the afternoon.
Half day Optional excursion.

Day 5

Juventud Island or Cayo Largo - Juventud Island or Cayo Largo

We leave Playa Giron in the morning and navigate the turquoise waters of the Caribbean side of Cuba to reach the Juventud Island. It is a unique opportunity to admire the most beautiful reefs and coast line in the Caribbean.

Day 6

Bahia de Corrientes - Guanahacabibes National Park

The Panorama leaves the Island of Juventud in the morning and set sails to the Bahia of Correntes, a site of stunning beauty for its crystal clear waters and pristine beaches and wildlife and a Biosphere Reserve is a UNESCO site.
Half day Optional excursion. Overnight at anchor

Day 7

Puerto Esperanza – Pinar del Rio / Vinales

Excursion in the Pinar del Rio province. We will go inland to visit the Valley of Vinales, one of Cuba's most scenic regions. You will be astonished by the view of the "magotes" rock formations and by the 18th century city of Vinales all of which contributed to make it a Unesco World Heritage site. The Full Day Optional excursion includes a visit of the towns of Vinales and of Pinar del Rio. Overnight at sea to Havana

Day 8

Havana – Havana

Disembarkation 09.00 to 10.00 am.

The Sailing Cruiser

The Sailing Cruiser Panorama

The PANORAMA was launched in 1993 and was renovated in 2001 and 2008. This state of the art sail cruiser has performed several Atlantic Ocean crossings, has sailed from the Seychelles to Monte Carlo and from the Black Sea to Tunis and offers the highest standard of accommodation, comfort and safety.

Life on Board

During the day, life on board centers around the outdoor areas including the 2 bars and the sun deck. In the evening you can relax in one of the ship's two lounges, the library, and enjoy a drink while listening to piano music. The swimming platform on PANORAMA's stern enables you to swim when weather and anchorage conditions permit.

The Cabins

The PANORAMA's cabins are located on 3 decks and are finished with wooden furniture and light fabrics. Cabins on the Upper and main decks are equipped with windows while cabins on the lower deck have portholes. The fully equipped bathrooms are finished with marble. All cabins are air-conditioned and fitted with TV, telephone (for internal use), hairdryers, mini-fridge, central music, public address system and safe boxes.

Section Title - Rates and Services
Cabin Category Description Rata
C - Lower Deck Double bedded cabins $2,390
B - Lower Deck Twin bedded cabins $2,690
A - Main or Upper Deck Twin or double bedded cabins $2,990
     
Singles Supplement 30%
3rd Person Reduction for 3rd person in Category B 30%
Port Charges   $250

Cruise Fares in USD
Per Person Double Occupancy

Sailing Cruiser Panorama
Heading text - Rates Include:

The above rates are Per Person and Week and include:

  • Accommodation in double or twin cabins with private SH/WC & air conditioning
  • Full-board: American buffet breakfast and two meals daily, including a Welcome Cocktail, and Captain's Dinner
  • Regular (filter) coffee, tea and still mineral water free all day.
  • Use of fishing and snorkelling equipment (subject to availability).
  • Multilingual Cruise Escort.
Heading text - Not Included:
  • Beverages (except those mentioned above).
  • Shore excursions on the islands or other land arrangements.
  • Crew tips.
  • Passengers personal expenses

The Company reserves the right to substitute vessel with one of equal or better quality. Swim stops are weather permitting. Itinerary is subject to weather conditions and sailing is not permitted in force 7-8 Beaufort winds.

Notice text - Important: Please read the terms and conditions for important information

Itineraries can be changed at the discretion of Variety Cruises and of the Vessel's Captain in case of adverse weather conditions - winds of 6/7 beaufort or more depending on the vessel- on port authorities not allowing a vessel to leave port or in case of other extraordinary conditions. Such itinerary changes do not entitle automatically passengers to any refunds but Variety Cruises guarantees that passengers are disembarked at the advertised port of disembarkation on time for their flights.

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