Guided Habano Tours

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The sacred lands that produce traditional Cuban cigars known as the very best around the world include the golden triangle area. This area begins at the Vuelta Abajo and includes Pinar del Rio,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], San Juan y Martinez, and San Luis on the island nation of Cuba. Over 200 kilometers from Havana, the culture is totally immersed in the production of Cuban tobacco, and totally unlike the Cuban cities or any other place on earth, for that matter.
Guided tours typically start with a visit to a production cooperative. Here you can see the process from the very beginning to the harvest to fermentation and drying.You’ll also be able tosee all the different kinds of tobacco leaves and what they are used for. Some are filler leaves, some are binder leaves, and some are used for the wrappers. After an on-site lunch visitors are able to sample their Habanos which were rolled for them personally. Some of the growers (vegueros) will welcome you into their fields and their home, and also share with you his fuma (his personal cigar.)
No trip to the mysterious land of Cuba would be complete without touring some of the prestigious cigar manufacturers of Havana: La Corona, Por Larranaga, H. Upmann, and Partagas are all within close proximity of each other for ease of visiting them all. You’ll learn from the creator of a famous Vitola how just a subtle difference in the tobacco leaves completely changes a cigar’s personality and aroma. Don’t miss a trip to the world-famous Tropicana cabaret for a relaxing outdoor garden dinner, the evening’s show, and samples of more cigars and rum.
For cigar aficionados, this can be the trip of a lifetime.
You will also find out about the link between the Santeria,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], which is the Afro-Cuban religion of the island, and modern day Cuba. The Santeria is an ancient and mysterious religion, with some haunting rituals. You will also be provided a chance to visit some sites that evoke spirits and mystery of the island.
On another day of your journey,[link widoczny dla zalogowanych], you will likely be shown the despalillo, which is where the leaves have the stems stripped. Depending upon the season, you may see the escogida instead, which is where the second fermentation is done and the wrappers, binders, and fillers are sorted out. Many visitors are welcomed by Alejandro Robaina, who is a legend in the Habano lands, for a sampling of his fuma and some vintage Cuban rum.