Tobacco Tour

Get ready for a unique journey to the heart of the land of tobacco on this cigar tour from Pinar del Río. You'll get to taste an authentic Havana cigar!

Description

At the indicated time we'll pick you up at your hotel in Pinar del Río. The tour focuses on tobacco, exploring the land where the finest cigars in the world are produced. We will learn about the culture, traditions, and harvesting techniques that contribute to this Cuban product.

We start the day with a visit to the Francisco Donatien cigar factory. Here, master craftsmen create some of Pinar del Río's finest cigars, including the Trinidad and Vegueros brands.

The next stop is a despalillo area, where tobacco leaves are deveined and selected based on quality, size, and texture. This process is crucial in cigar production.

We will then explore the DeCuba "Arte en Madera" workshop, which provides insight into the creation of humidors, essential for preserving the aroma and flavor of cigars.

Our route continues at the Vega Quemado de Rubí estate in San Juan y Martínez. Here, we will observe the hand-twisting process of the tobacco leaves and try a traditional cigar, noting its unique flavors.

To conclude, we will enjoy a traditional lunch and a refreshing cocktail at the Vega Quemado estate. Between 5 to 6 hours later, we will finish the tobacco tour back at your accommodation in Pinar del Río.