A 5-Day Cultural & Community Experience — OFAC Compliant
Curated by Buen Sabor Tours
A Jewish Journey Designed With Intention
Buen Sabor Tours offers 5-day Kosher & Jewish Heritage Trips to Cuba for organized Jewish groups traveling under the U.S. Treasury Department’s Support for the Cuban People general license.
This program is intentionally designed to:
- Respect kosher observance and Shabbat
- Provide meaningful engagement with Cuba’s Jewish community
- Remain fully OFAC compliant
- Be clear, realistic, and transparent from the start
This is not sightseeing with Jewish elements added on.
It is a purpose-built heritage experience, designed with care.
Why a 5-Day Program
Kosher travel in Cuba requires structure.
A 5-day format allows us to:
- Schedule all transportation and activities outside of Shabbat
- Centralize kosher meal preparation
- Reduce logistical complexity without reducing depth
- Ensure every day has purpose and focus
This format respects observance while delivering a complete, meaningful experience.
OFAC Compliance & Purposeful Travel
All trips operate under the Support for the Cuban People general license.
This means:
- A full daily schedule of educational and cultural activities
- Direct interaction with members of Cuban civil society
- Engagement with Jewish institutions and community members
- No resort tourism or unstructured leisure travel
Every day is planned.
Every activity supports the purpose of the trip.
Jewish Life in Cuba: Past & Present
Cuba’s Jewish community is small, resilient, and deeply rooted.
This experience includes:
- Visits to historic synagogues such as El Patronato
- Conversations with members of the local Jewish community
- Exploration of Jewish migration to Cuba and its historical context
- Discussion of how Jewish life is sustained in Cuba today
The focus is on presence, listening, and understanding.
Kosher Accommodations & Meals
In Partnership with Chateau Blanc
For groups requiring kosher observance, Buen Sabor Tours partners directly with Chateau Blanc, Havana’s only kosher boutique hotel.
All kosher trips are anchored here, allowing the entire experience to operate within a single, fully kosher environment.
What This Means for Guests
- All meals are prepared in kosher kitchens
- No reliance on outside restaurants for kosher food
- Centralized meal planning and preparation
- Clear communication around observance and expectations
- Scheduling designed to avoid Shabbat travel
This partnership removes uncertainty and allows guests to focus on the experience — not logistics.
A Jewish Host, An Inclusive Approach
Kosher & Jewish Heritage Trips are curated by Kyle Gairhan, who is Jewish and brings personal understanding to the planning, pacing, and sensitivities involved in Jewish group travel.
These trips are not tied to any single denomination.
We support:
- Reform groups (kosher or non-kosher by choice)
- Conservative groups
- Orthodox groups (within clearly defined parameters)
Observance is discussed — not assumed.
Everything is communicated clearly before travel.
Cultural Context Beyond the Jewish Community
Jewish heritage is the anchor, but understanding Cuba requires broader context.
The program also includes:
- Museum visits related to history and culture
- Guided neighborhood walks in Havana
- Conversations about religion, identity, and daily life
- Shared meals and group reflection
Culture, history, and food provide the framework for connection.
Sample 5-Day Program Flow
(Final itinerary customized per group)
Day 1 — Arrival & Orientation
Airport pickup, settling in, orientation, and group welcome meal.
Day 2 — Jewish History & Community
Synagogue visits, historical context, and community conversations.
Day 3 — Jewish Life Today & Cultural Context
Modern Jewish life in Cuba, paired with museums or neighborhood exploration.
Day 4 — Cultural Exchange & Reflection
Deeper engagement, shared meals, and structured group reflection.
Day 5 — Departure
Private transfers coordinated with flight schedules.
Every day is structured. Nothing is filler.
Group Size & Accommodations
This experience is offered exclusively for organized groups.
Group Size Guidelines
- Up to 14 guests with shared (double) room accommodations
- Up to 7 guests with single-occupancy rooms
- Mixed single/double configurations available by request
Group size is intentionally limited to protect comfort, privacy, and kosher integrity.
Pricing Structure (5-Day Group Program)
Pricing reflects level of observance and room configuration.
Non-Kosher Jewish Heritage Group
(Reform or culturally Jewish groups)
$2,400 – $2,750 per person
- Jewish heritage and community focus
- Broader dining flexibility
- Lodging outside of Chateau Blanc
- Fully structured, OFAC-compliant itinerary
Fully Kosher Group — Chateau Blanc
Double Occupancy (Shared Room)
$3,050 – $3,250 per person
Single Occupancy (Private Room)
$3,450 – $3,700 per person
Includes:
- Lodging at Chateau Blanc
- All meals prepared in kosher kitchens
- Centralized kosher environment throughout the trip
- Scheduling designed to avoid Shabbat travel
- Fully hosted, group-only experience
Final pricing is confirmed once group size and room configuration are set.
What’s Included
- Airport transfers and private transportation
- Carefully selected accommodations
- All scheduled cultural and educational activities
- Synagogue and community visits
- Kosher meal coordination (when applicable)
- On-the-ground hosting and coordination throughout
- Full Support for the Cuban People compliance
Flights and Cuban visas are not included.
Who This Trip Is For
- Synagogues and Jewish organizations
- Community and cultural groups
- Educators and Jewish leaders
- Travelers who value clarity, respect, and substance
This experience is designed for people who care about integrity over spectacle.
Begin Planning a Group Trip
To start planning, please share:
- Organization or synagogue name
- Estimated group size
- Preferred travel window
- Kosher or non-kosher preference
- Single vs. double room needs
We’ll confirm feasibility, pricing, and next steps directly.
Buen Sabor Tours
Respectful travel, rooted in culture and care.
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