Dionne Roberts

Foster Perry Travel

2026 Havana Jazz Festival

Jan 25, 2026 to Feb 2, 2026

Join us for an iconic adventure to Cuba where we will take in all the sights, sounds and flavors that the island has to offer. Experience Jazz Festival events alongside an international group of music lovers as well as the Cuban people. Ride along the Malecon in a vintage car with the sounds of the surf beside you. Put on your salsa dancing shoes and try out your hand at Cuban cooking. This amazing opportunity will bring you up close to the breathtaking beauty of the island and its people.

 

Limited to 13 people, this trip provides exclusive access to all the island has to offer. 


 What's included in this trip:
  • Accommodations at Grand Aston Habana or simiilar
  • VIP Jazz Fest passes (entrance to all shows, opening night event, free entry at Fabrica de Arte)
  • Cuba travel visas
  • VIP airport arrival
  • Airport transfers
  • All activities listed in itinerary
  • Daily private driver - sprinter van with AC
  • Expert bilingual guide
  • Breakfast daily
  • Reservations for all other meals (client pays meal cost)
  • Wifi hotspot
  • 24/7 support from our local team
 

What's not included:
  • Flights from your home to Havana
  • Travel Insurance
  • Tips for guide and driver
  • Lunch and dinner meals (except where indicated)
  • Any meals, activities or items not listed under "What's Included"
 

Itinerary (subject to change):
January 25th :
  • Arrival & Accommodation Check-in: Upon arrival you will be met by an airport representative who will guide you to your driver. Your private transportation will be waiting for you upon arrival. Retrieve your bags and proceed outside to meet your driver.
  • Welcome Dinner: You will be dining at an authentic Cuban spot serving great local dishes in a refined dining room.
  • Havana Jazz Fest Opening Night - Live Music Performances
 
January 26th: Exploring Old Havana, Vintage Convertible Car, Rooftop Dinner
  • Breakfast: Full breakfast provided at your accommodation.
  • Exploring Old Havana: Find your bearings and step back in time, as you immerse yourself in the iconic, colorful and historic Habana Vieja (Old Havana.) Walk in the footsteps of Havana’s colonial past and learn about the rich local culture from your guide.
  • Lunch: Inspiring and bright design-centric atmosphere with handcrafted cocktails and excellent modern cuisine (pay on own).
  • Vintage Convertible Tour: Enjoy a tour of the city in an open top vintage car taking in all the main sites including the Havana Almendares forest, Cristobal Colon Cemetery, Hotel National and Fusterlandia.
  • Dinner: One of Old Havana’s trendiest spots, dine under the stars at this beautiful rooftop restaurant known for craft cocktails and the local artists and musicians that frequently stop by (pay on own). 
  • Havana Jazz Fest - Live Music Performances
 
January 27th: Viñales Countryside Excursion
  • Breakfast: Full breakfast provided at your accommodation.
  • Depart for Viñales:
  • Lunch: Enjoy lunch at Finca Ecologica El Paraiso with stunning views of the Viñales valley. Learn about the production of organic produce and tobacco while enjoying an organic and fresh local lunch.
  • Tobacco Country: Visit a beautiful 40-acre tobacco farm owned by the Cuban family. They have had the same plot for many generations and their land is involved in the production of produce and tobacco. Enjoy a presentation on tobacco harvesting and a cigar rolling demonstration.
  • Dinner: A fantastic Cuban restaurant in the heart of Old Havana (pay on own).
  • Havana Jazz Fest - Live Music Performances
 
January 28th: Salsa Dancing Lesson, Private Art Studio Tour, Rum Tasting Experience
  • Breakfast: Full breakfast provided at your accommodation.
  • Salsa Dancing: Even our shyest dancer enjoy this fun-filled experience and opportunity to learn from the best. Meet our resident dance instructors, the most talented in all of Cuba!
  • Lunch: A great restaurant located in the heart of Old Havana serving classic Cuban dishes in a fun and relaxed environment. (pay on own). 
  • Private Art Studio Tour: Go beyond the façade to learn about an integral part of Cuban culture: the arts. Get to know two local artists and their inspirations.
  • Rum Tasting Experience: A local expert retired from one of Cuba’s top rum brands will lead you in a rum tasting to explain the history and culture of Cuba’s iconic drink.
  • Dinner: One of Havana’s greatest fine dining options. A Spanish restaurant with innovative fusion dishes and a lovely modern setting surrounded by a lush garden (pay on own). . 
  • Havana Jazz Fest - Live Music Performances
 
January 29th: Bacoretto Farm Visit, Hotel Nacional
  • Breakfast: Full breakfast provided at your accommodation.
  • Proyecto Bacoretto Farm Visit and Lunch: Spend your morning visiting a family farm, an organic farm just 20 minutes away from the city. They make all sorts of products from coconuts, including flour, candles, oil and more. Enjoy a traditional Cuban meal prepared by Gabo’s mother, who will gather fresh ingredients and herbs to use from the farm.
  • Hotel Nacional: Built in 1930 to resemble the Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach, Florida, the art deco–neoclassical Hotel Nacional is one of Havana's architectural symbols. Enjoy a cocktail on the terrace and make sure to swing by their souvenir shop!
  • Dinner: An old-school paladar where the owner of the house is also the head chef. Relax and enjoy in the home of Raulito while he cooks for you. If you’re lucky, his son will play tunes on piano (pay on own)
  • Havana Jazz Fest - Live Music Performances
 
January 30th: El Morro Castle, Cooking Class
  • Breakfast: Full breakfast provided at your accommodation.
  • El Morro Castle: See stunning views of Havana from an old fortress guarding the entrance of the city and learn the history of the castle.
  • Cuban Cooking Lesson (Lunch Included): Learn how to prepare a classic Cuban meal with a local chef, who teaches you how to create some of their best dishes in a beautiful setting. Enjoy Cuban cocktails and coffee throughout the experience.
  • Dinner: An eclectic and tropical rooftop restaurant in the heart of Old Havana (pay on own). 
  • Havana Jazz Fest - Live Music Performances
 
January 31st: Cigar Factory Tour, Drumming Lesson
  • Breakfast: Full breakfast provided at your accommodation.
  • Cigar Factory Tour: Visit an authentic Cuban cigar factory in Havana and witness the meticulous hand-rolling process by skilled artisans. Enjoy the tradition of cigar rolling stations and learn about the “reader” who reads the papers out loud.
  • Lunch: A hip Cuban restaurant located on a cafe-lined street in Old Havana. Great food and service, and loved by locals (pay on own). 
  • Drumming Lesson: Learn classic Cuban rhythms as a group of local musicians guides you and teaches you about the history of Cuban drum beats.
  • Dinner: One of the top seafood restaurants in Havana with a great wine selection, located in the heart of Havana near the ocean (pay on own). 
  • Havana Jazz Fest - Live Music Performances
 
February 1st: Hemingway House, Cultural Beach Excursion
  • Breakfast: Full breakfast provided at your accommodation.
  • Hemingway House: Famed novelist Ernest Hemingway lived at this sprawling mansion from 1940 - 1960. The home's interior has been virtually untouched since the day that “Papa,” the U.S.- ambassador-in-spirit left.
  • Lunch: A beautiful seaside paladar with views of the ocean and great seafood selections (pay on own)
  • Cultural Beach Excursion: Visit a Caribbean paradise at Havana’s nearby Playas del Este, located just 20 minutes from Old Havana, and engage in meaningful cultural discussions with your local host.
  • Dinner: One of the newer restaurants in Old Havana with incredible service and a delicious menu of upscale Cuban plates (pay on own). 
  • Havana Jazz Fest - Final Night
 
February 2nd: Island Farewell!
  • Breakfast: Full breakfast provided at your accommodation. 
  • Departure Flight From Havana Airport

Traveling Solo?
We welcome solo travelers to join our group!  Once you select the package, you just need to select the Single Supplement option below it. This ensures that you have your own hotel room during our trip.
 
Deposit and Cancellation Policy:
Your deposit is required to hold your spot with our tour operator and is nonrefundable. Foster Perry Travel strongly encourages travelers to purchase Travel Insurance within 14 days of deposit and will provide quotes for insurance once the deposit is processed.
Final Payment is due on December 15, 2025 and will be nonrefundable once paid.
 

Cuban Health Insurance:

The Cuban government requires all travelers to have valid health insurance while in Cuba. Check with your current health insurance provider and airline to see if you will be covered during your trip. Flights from the United States to Cuba may include Cuban health insurance in the price of the ticket.


Available Packages

2026 Havana Jazz Festival Package
Available until July 31, 2025

$5,400.00
Deposit: $1,890.00 per person

Includes all of the inclusions noted above and accommodations at the Grand Aston Havana in a Deluxe Queen Room
A haven of contemporary chic and sophistication, the Grand Aston La Habana leads modern living to the next level, revealing uniquely designed architecture, fresh guest rooms, eclectic dining, inspiring events spaces, and beautiful wellness facilities, including a stunning infinity pool with views of the sparkling water of the Havana Bay.

Extra Options

Single Supplement
Available until July 31, 2025

$650.00
Deposit: $230.00

Please select this options if you will not be sharing a hotel room with another person.

Upgrade to Club Room (cost is per room)
Available until July 31, 2025

$650.00
Deposit: $230.00

Welcome to the Club and treat yourself to world-class VIP service while in Havana.

Guests staying at one of our generous Club Rooms enjoy extra perks, including access to the Club lounge, full breakfast, served exclusively at Havana 92, the luxury of a personalized check-in and check-out, refreshments and much more.

Our Club is designed for both, the business and leisure traveler alike. The modern club lounge invites you to conduct productive meetings in a comfortable and relaxed ambience or to simply rest over a drink after a day out and about, while enjoying spectacular views of Havana Bay.

For the discerning guest, who is in-the-know and enjoys additional benefits, the Club is the perfect choice.

 

 

Upgrade to Club Room Ocean View (price is per room)
Available until July 31, 2025

$950.00
Deposit: $335.00

Welcome to the Club and treat yourself to world-class VIP service while in Havana.

Guests staying at one of our generous Club Rooms enjoy extra perks, including access to the Club lounge, full breakfast, served exclusively at Havana 92, the luxury of a personalized check-in and check-out, refreshments and much more.

Our Club is designed for both, the business and leisure traveler alike. The modern club lounge invites you to conduct productive meetings in a comfortable and relaxed ambience or to simply rest over a drink after a day out and about, while enjoying spectacular views of Havana Bay.

For the discerning guest, who is in-the-know and enjoys additional benefits, the Club is the perfect choice.