Cuba Tours Gallery

“Well Daryl, this has been one helluva eye-opening experience! This “Doubting Thoma” who once considered cancelling is now a Happy Camper. Cuba has and is experiencing many difficulties. However through your well established connections, our group found no difficulties. Electricity was available in all our hotels and restaurants. A few even had back up generators not only in Havana, but even in Trinidad, a pearl of a city. Taxis with gas was well established for our 1951 Ford and our two 1956 Chevy station wagons. Gas Shortage? Yes, but not by your connections. I’m glad that I threw caution to the wind and decided to join your tour! Now I can say, “What Difficulties?!””
Tommy F – February 2026

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”Daryl Hawk is an amazing tour leader in Cuba! His expertise on this magical yet complicated island was top notch. His professional contacts with very beautiful and comfortable boutique hotels in the best neighborhood of Old Havana that all had electricity 100% of the time made our stay so relaxing. He hired exceptional taxi drivers for all locations including the tranquil towns of Vinales and Trinidad. His great love for the Cuban people was so apparent. I highly recommend you to join him on an upcoming tour!”
Jackie H. – February 2026

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Daryl Hawk’s ability and enthusiasm to introduce his travelers to stimulating places in Cuba made the experience so meaningful.

David P. – Shelton, CT

We debated for weeks on whether to go on this trip because of the media reports. And at the last minute, we decided to go and we are so glad we did! WE encountered no power outages, food shortages or transportation problems. Our small group of 5 had an unconventional educational opportunity to immerse in the Cuban culture, live among the Cuban people, experience their culture and support them. WE found Cuba to be safe and peaceful. The people are joyful and welcoming as well as resilient and resourceful. The people, the architecture, the culture, the music, the food, the beaches, the history, the cars, the cigars, and rum. Cuba has it all! This step back in time will not only inspire you but will transform you. Daryl is an amazing tour leader.
Rose Marie F. – April 2026
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We just completed an amazing tour of Cuba with our guide, Daryl Hawk. We had guided tours through cultural sites, learned the history, and met beautiful Cuban people. No security or safety concerns and a clean and safe hotel with friendly and helpful staff.
Charlene B & Steve S. – April 2026

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Our 5 day time in Cuba with Daryl Hawk was eye opening, charming and well organized. We covered Havana extensively and visited Vinales – stopping at points of interest, including an orchid garden and a cigar making farm. The trip east to Hemingway’s home was fascinating. Accommodation in Havana was first rate and personal. The Cuban people welcomed us warmly. There was music everywhere. We recommend the trip highly!

Pan & Lowri – Lancaster, NH

We discovered Daryl’s ‘The Unconventional Travelers’ Classic Cuba tour by fortuitous conversation and were intrigued by his offer to customize the itinerary and make our visit something unique. From greeting us at the airport in a classic 1954 Ford, to a day long trip to the majestic limestone mogotes in the Vinales Valley and historic orchid gardens, to a walking tour of the historic squares and buildings in old Havana, we were constantly struck with his love for the Cuban people and his knowledge of the island. He handled all the arrangements – a lovely small hotel, meals at restaurants, drivers, translators – and knew all of the special places that visitors want to see, including in our case, Finca Vigia, the hilltop house of Ernest Hemingway. We look forward to a return trip!

Ed and Vicki – Camden, ME

My recent trip to Havana, Cuba was a wonderful experience. Both Old Havana and the surrounding countryside were great places to visit. At the end of my stay I really felt I knew the city of Havana. My hotel was right in the heart of Old Havana. Hotel and staff were excellent and the food in the hotel and in the surrounding neighborhood restaurants were fantastic. It was a lot of fun being driven around during my stay in 1950’s classic cars. I really had a wonderful experience traveling a week with Daryl Hawk!

Alfred C. – Rye, NY