Cimarrón Monument & El Cobre Sanctuary Tour

On this excursion, we'll learn about the history of the El Cobre Sanctuary and the Cimarrón Monument, one of the most famous monuments in southern Cuba.

Tour to Cimarrón Monument & El Cobre Sanctuary

At the indicated time, we'll meet at the Plaza de Marte. From this central point in Santiago de Cuba, we will depart in an elegant classic car towards El Cobre, approximately a 40-minute drive.

This municipality has significant historical importance due to its copper mines. Our first stop will be the Cimarrón Monument, dedicated to 17th-century copper mining slaves, part of a UNESCO initiative to honor those who were deprived of freedom and worked on the island. During the ascent to the monument, we will enjoy the natural landscapes of the area.

Next, we will visit the El Cobre Sanctuary, also known as the Basilica Santuario Nacional de Nuestra Señora de la Caridad del Cobre, accessed via a staircase of 254 steps. This basilica is a key religious site in southern Cuba. It is noteworthy that Pope Francis prayed at its altar during his official visit in 2015.

After exploring the basilica, we will take a short walk through the town of El Cobre before returning to Santiago de Cuba in our classic car, concluding the tour after 4 hours.