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82 Be guided through the Mexican city of Oaxaca, taking in the strikingly beautiful architecture 20 Day Wonders of Cuba & Mexico 4-Night Discovery of Cuba & 15-Night Mexico Adventure Day 1. Arrive Havana (Cuba). Arrive in Havana today, the illustrious capital of Cuba. The city is known for its rich history, lively music, grand architecture, famous cigars, scrumptious cocktails and of course, classic old American cars. Be met on arrival at the airport and transfer to your hotel. Tonight, enjoy a special dinner at a local paladar. Four Night Stay: Havana, Hotel Iberostar Park Central. D Day 2. Havana. After breakfast today, take a ride in a classic American car and feel the rhythm of the city during a guided tour. Visit some of the most famous areas of Havana including New Havana, Old Havana, the Malecón seawall promenade, the affluent neighbourhood of Miramar and the famous Colon Cemetery. Later, explore the city by foot and learn about its historical and colonial past in Old Havana. You'll visit Cathedral Square, San Francisco de Asis Square and the magnificent Arms Square. All the while, delight in the street theatre and commotion of every day life along Havana's busy walkways. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant then spend the rest of the afternoon at your leisure. BL Day 3. Pinar del Rio, Viñales. Set out on a day tour to the beautiful, lush valley of the Pinar del Rio province. In the heart of Cuba's prime tobacco-growing region, Viñales sits quietly surrounded by a number of stunning karst hill formations known as mogotes (pincushions). Visit a cigar factory and learn about the tobacco production process, before continuing to La Cueva del Indio. Here, set sail in traditional boats along an underground river, passing through the interior of some of the haystack hills. Later, you'll return to Havana for an evening at your leisure to explore this vibrant city. BL Day 4. Havana, Freedom of Choice. Discover a different side to Cuba on your chosen sightseeing activity today. You may like to embark on a Hemingway tour and visit some of Ernest Hemingway's favourite places throughout Havana. Alternatively, set out on an Afro-Cuban heritage tour and discover the renowned Callejon de Hamel where the Cuban artist fraternity congregate. You'll then continue to the largest arts and crafts market in Havana, providing a great opportunity to discover the local fare. Another option is to take a fun salsa lesson. There is no better place to learn to dance than Havana! This evening, experience the retro atmosphere of a Cuban jazz club, showcasing Cuba's all-star musicians. BLD Day 5. Havana, Mexico City (Mexico). Fly from Havana to Mexico City, the nation's thriving capital. Be met on arrival and transfer to your elegant hotel overlooking the famous Paseo de la Reforma, a beautiful avenue. This evening, enjoy a special Welcome Reception with your fellow travellers. Three Night Stay: The St. Regis Mexico City. B Day 6. Mexico City. Set out on a city tour starting at the World Heritage-listed Historic Centre. Visit the beating heart of Mexico City – the Zócalo, one of the world's largest public squares. See the iconic Metropolitan Cathedral and Presidential Palace that dominate the bustling plaza. You'll also see the Palacio de Bellas Artes, a splendid white-marble cultural hub, and the ornate Main Post Office, which were both designed by the Italian architect Adamo Boeri. Afterwards, visit the National Museum of Anthropology. Its vast collections tell the story of Mexico's Freedom of Choice TM – Sightseeing Signature Experiences www.aptouring.com.au