Delta Vacations has expanded its Cuba offerings to include
escorted tours that comply with the U.S. federal government's requirements for
people-to-people programs.
The company on Dec. 1 introduced hotel and flight packages
for independent travelers to Havana, Varadero and Cayo Santa Maria.
The new escorted tours are available for purchase for travel
departing April 30 and beyond.
"Our guided experiences offer travelers the opportunity
to engage in meaningful educational exchanges with Cuban people with the
assistance of a local guide," said John Caldwell, Delta Vacations president.
The escorted programs include a guided seven-night Havana
and Varadero tour, priced from $2,458 per person, and a five-night Havana-only
tour from $1,648.
Prices, which are subject to change, include roundtrip air, accommodations,
most meals, educational activities, ground transportation and the services of
an English-speaking guide.
Delta Vacations said it will monitor the popularity of the
escorted tours and review feedback from clients to determine what updates, if
any, will be made in the future.
CORRECTION: The hotel and flight packages were introduced Dec. 1, not Jan. 5 as an earlier version of the article stated.