Authentic Cuba Travel Launches Year-End Tour Supporting Cuban People Under US Legal Framework

Authentic Cuba Travel® has announced an exclusive year-end departure of its Cuba Engage tour, scheduled from December 26, 2025, to January 2, 2026, providing US citizens with a legal pathway to visit Cuba while supporting local communities during the festive season. This initiative operates under the General License for the Support for the Cuban People, with the company handling all necessary documentation to ensure regulatory compliance.

The tour's significance lies in its dual focus on cultural immersion and economic support for Cuban entrepreneurs. Participants will engage directly with privately-owned businesses, art galleries, and community projects, including visits to Barrio Habana, El Patio de Pelegrin, and Muraleando. These exchanges are designed to foster meaningful connections while channeling tourism dollars to local enterprises rather than state-controlled entities.

The comprehensive itinerary includes exploration of multiple UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including Old Havana, Trinidad, Cienfuegos, and Vinales Valley, alongside historically significant locations like the Bay of Pigs. Travelers will follow Ernest Hemingway's trail in Cuba, visiting his former residence Finca La Vigia and his favorite haunts, providing literary and historical context to the experience.

Accommodations include five nights at the 5-Star Grand Muthu Habana by MGM Muthu Hotels in Havana and two nights at Villas Cienfuegos Affiliated by Meliá, with 16 meals at privately-owned restaurants supporting local culinary entrepreneurs. The $2,799 package covers luxury transportation, expert guided tours, and 24/7 support from Cuban English-speaking guides.

This travel model represents an important development in US-Cuba relations, demonstrating how tourism can serve as a tool for people-to-people diplomacy and economic support. The program, developed in cooperation with Cuban nongovernmental organizations and community projects, shows how structured travel can benefit local economies while maintaining compliance with US regulations. For more information, visit https://www.authenticubatravel.com.