NostalgiCar
NostalgiCar
4.5
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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About
We are a private company, dedicated to the rental of classic cars. We have more than 10 years of experience and operate a fleet of vintage cars. NostalgiCar seeks to awaken a feeling of nostalgia in our clients and make the dream of transporting you to the fifties come true, as our parents and grandparents lived. City tours: Visit the most beautiful places in Havana with the elegance and comfort of a classic car. Excursions: Get to know and enjoy a day in the most important historical, tourist and cultural sites of the country. Transfer: We carry out transfers from any point in Havana and to the provinces of the country, including the José Martí International Airport. Circuits: If one day is not enough, don't worry, you can spend several with our cars, enjoying the most special places anywhere in the country. Events: Make a difference by arriving at your wedding or any type of event in a NostalgiCar car. Photo sessions: Pose with our classics in your favorite photos.
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TravelingGirls5
Chicago, IL6 contributions
Feb 2020
From the moment my sisters and I were picked up from lunch in two beautifully restored 1950’s Chevrolets and driven to NostalgiCar workshop we had an amazing time. The workshop/garage is a hidden gem in a local neighborhood outside of Old Havana. Not only did we get to see some restoration work going on but we met the charismatic owner Julio Alvarez. Words can not describe the passion, joy and knowledge Julio shared with us about his family business. We have a new appreciation for what it takes to be an entrepreneur in Cuba. This stop was one of our highlights of our trip and we are not even car enthusiasts . Every traveler going to Cuba needs to experience NostalgiCar garage and ride in their cars. And when you do, you’ll definitely leave with a smile on your face and say to yourselves that it was so much better than I ever imagined .
Written March 15, 2020
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Thank you so much TravelingGirls5 for your kind words on NostalgiCar, and for sharing our passion for Cuba and for classic cars. We will continue working hard to maintain the quality of our services. We look forward to seeing you at our garage in the future again.
Written March 17, 2020
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smgapp
Annapolis, MD114 contributions
Feb 2020
We are a family of 9 and booked three perfect 50's cars with guides for an all day tour around Havana, Cojimar and Hemingway's house. One of the highlights of the day was a stop at Nostalgicars garage . The owner Julio gave us a very informative talk about his cars (with an English interpreter). Julio is so funny and obviously loves his business. If you do a tour with Nostalgicars, ask to stop at his car garage/workshop. It's a unique tour opportunity that most visitors to Havana don't get to experience
Written February 27, 2020
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Thank you very much for your visit, I ma very glad you had have a unique experience that was the idea
Written February 29, 2020
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IsabelCO
2 contributions
Aug 2024 • Family
Going to Havana and not taking the ride in a classic car is just seeing part of Havana. The entire appointment with Nidialys was fantastic, we went to pick us up at the accommodation and we walked through the avenues, we went to Castillo del Morro and to Cristo de Havana, where you have a fantastic view of the city. We also walked in the Almendares Park, a wonder in the heart of the city. The driver went explaining everything to us with a huge sympathy and attention. The cars (our was the Benito) are all flawlessly recovered, unlike many others that are seen on the streets. Note that there is true love in the recovery they make. We highly recommend the experience with NostaliCar! Very professional!
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Written September 2, 2024
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Emily J
Bahrain43 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
Yesterday we had a tour of Havana which was throughly enjoyable and interesting. Although the car we requested was unavailable they managed to swap the car to one my son was really excited about. We had a great tour and took 2 cars and they were so knowledgeable and kind. Oscar and Alejandro were the drivers and I would recommend to anyone. It’s great as you can pay in advance online!
Written July 17, 2024
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Gill W
Solihull, UK37 contributions
We were recommended by a friend to hire Nostalgicar during our visit to Havana and we were not disappointed. There were six in our group so we hired two cars; Lola, the pink/white Chevrolet and Nadene, blue/white. We also hired an English speaking tour guide for the day, Elena. We were driven all round Havana, stopping off at all the popular tourist spots for photo opportunities. Our drivers waited and were available as soon as required. Elena was magnificent, extremely knowledgeable and her English was perfect. She recommended restaurants, which were superb. She took us behind the tourist spots and showed us the real Havana. I would recommend Nostalgicar to anyone who is planning to visit Havana. Nidialys was extremely helpful with our booking and Elena an absolute delight and a credit to the company.
Written April 30, 2015
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SCB
23 contributions
Jul 2015 • Friends
About two weeks prior to our departure, I contacted Nostalgicar about booking a tour. I received an email reply within minutes and throughout our correspondence, they were prompt, informative and happy to help when we changed our booking (several times!!)
We chose to take the Rum and Tobacco tour and on the morning of our tour, Lenia, our guide, was punctual and waiting for us in our hotel lobby.
We travelled in the pink Chevrolet Bel Air which was in pristine condition and the driver was polite and always opened our doors etc which was a wonderful touch.
The tour itself was excellent. Lenia was informative and friendly and made us feel extremely comfortable.
We started with a visit to the Havana Club museum where we sampled some seven year rum and were given a tour in English. It's possible to buy rum here and it comes at a reasonable price.
We then continued on to a cigar factory where we saw how cigars where made and got to sample some of the produce!
We were asked not to take photographs inside and we were not allowed to bring our bags into the factory however, we were reassured that they would be safe in the car (which they were). We picked up some cigars in the shop after our tour.
Lastly, we were given a cocktail lesson in a casa called Atelier, where we were taught to make mojitos and Cuba Libres and then enjoyed the fruits of our labour.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Nostalgicar or the Rum and Tobacco tour to anyone. As four young women, we were a little nervous on our first morning in Cuba but by the end of the tour we felt much more confident and comfortable. It was a fantastic experience!
We chose to take the Rum and Tobacco tour and on the morning of our tour, Lenia, our guide, was punctual and waiting for us in our hotel lobby.
We travelled in the pink Chevrolet Bel Air which was in pristine condition and the driver was polite and always opened our doors etc which was a wonderful touch.
The tour itself was excellent. Lenia was informative and friendly and made us feel extremely comfortable.
We started with a visit to the Havana Club museum where we sampled some seven year rum and were given a tour in English. It's possible to buy rum here and it comes at a reasonable price.
We then continued on to a cigar factory where we saw how cigars where made and got to sample some of the produce!
We were asked not to take photographs inside and we were not allowed to bring our bags into the factory however, we were reassured that they would be safe in the car (which they were). We picked up some cigars in the shop after our tour.
Lastly, we were given a cocktail lesson in a casa called Atelier, where we were taught to make mojitos and Cuba Libres and then enjoyed the fruits of our labour.
I would have no hesitation in recommending Nostalgicar or the Rum and Tobacco tour to anyone. As four young women, we were a little nervous on our first morning in Cuba but by the end of the tour we felt much more confident and comfortable. It was a fantastic experience!
Written August 4, 2015
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MaureenREALTOR
Sebring, FL71 contributions
Apr 2014 • Business
We were on a People to People tour and a friend recommended Nidialys the owner of Nostalgilan cars. He had visited Havana the month before. I emailed Nidialys a few days before our arrival and she said to have our tour guide call to set up a tour once we had a better idea of our schedule. We wanted to take a ride to the beach over by Habana Club to see the sunset and for drinks, drive down "the Fifth Avenue. We rode to the Statue of Jesus overlooking Old Havana for night view and then into Old Havana for dinner. We scheduled the car for 3 hours at $25 per hour. We also invited a two other groups on our tour to join us, so we hired three cars. I rode in the Pink Bel Air "Lola" which was a blast. Nidialys drove us. Julio her husband drove the others in his blue and white Bel Air. They had another car for the third group. They will take you where you want to go. After dinner, they arranged with the restaurant to have a cab take us back to our hotel. The others that went with us told me when we arrived back home it was the best part of there trip. I could not agree more. It was truly a highlight. It was not part of our tour. The owners are so nice! Highly recommend, very safe, and beautiful cars! You will not be disappointed. But have an idea of what you want to do as they do not have planned tours but can give really great suggestions. email nidalys@gmail.com or call 53 5 2953842,
Written April 7, 2014
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CaptainJim2
Coquitlam, Canada51 contributions
Feb 2014 • Friends
I just returned from a 3 week trip to Cuba. It was a combination of 3 night Havana casa stay, a one week cruise on the Louis Cirstal and a one week stay at the Melia Varadaro resort.
My wife found NostalgiCar Tours through an operator in Havana named Jorge. Our driver for the day was the owner of a rebuilt 1953 Chevy Bel Air whose name was Julio. It was a beautifully restored car both inside and out. Julio picked us up at the appointed time in front of our casa and we headed out into the country to a town called Vinales. He toured us around the countryside and found us a spectacular place for lunch which overlooked the countryside. We had the best ever BBQ chicken. You have to do the research to find out where you want to go and what sites you want to see, then let Julio know. He does the rest. He is an excellent driver and his English is not to bad. His car has been used in movies and he has toured such stars as Beyonce. I would not hesitate to recommend Julio for a nice, safe driving tour in Cuba. He can be contacted www.nostalgicarcuba.com, juliohhd235@yahoo.es or +53 (5) 2819448.
My wife found NostalgiCar Tours through an operator in Havana named Jorge. Our driver for the day was the owner of a rebuilt 1953 Chevy Bel Air whose name was Julio. It was a beautifully restored car both inside and out. Julio picked us up at the appointed time in front of our casa and we headed out into the country to a town called Vinales. He toured us around the countryside and found us a spectacular place for lunch which overlooked the countryside. We had the best ever BBQ chicken. You have to do the research to find out where you want to go and what sites you want to see, then let Julio know. He does the rest. He is an excellent driver and his English is not to bad. His car has been used in movies and he has toured such stars as Beyonce. I would not hesitate to recommend Julio for a nice, safe driving tour in Cuba. He can be contacted www.nostalgicarcuba.com, juliohhd235@yahoo.es or +53 (5) 2819448.
Written February 28, 2014
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Wrldadvent
Toronto, Canada436 contributions
Nov 2014 • Friends
We took out both cars (blue and pink) for a tour around Habana / Havana - there were a total of 6 of us between two cars. A husband and wife team drove the cars for us through Habana. The cars are impeccably maintained, air conditioned, and make you feel like you are going back in time. Truly a treat.
Written November 12, 2014
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Amak353
Calgary, Canada34 contributions
Jul 2014 • Friends
We, four of us, went on three tours arranged by Nidialys in the first week of July. I did my research for excursion through Tripadvisor. I contacted several excursion company and Nidialys responded to my email very efficiently and professionally. We had two Havana tours and one day to Vinales by their beautifully restored vehicles. Both owners, Nidialys and Julio, were very professional guides with lot of patient and care to our need. We had wonderful time with them. Their price are very reasonable too.
Written August 10, 2014
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jourodriguez81
Cuenca, Ecuador
Hola!!. El próximo viernes llegaremos a la havana somos un grupo de 10 adultos. Nos hospedamos en el hotel Sheraton en la 5ta avenida. Podrías indicarme el precio de la carrera hasta la vieja Havana? Es posible entrar las 10 personas en dos taxis?
Gracias!!
Written May 23, 2017
Hola, el precio seria 20 cuc hasta la habana Vieja, pero necesitarían 3 autos clásicos
Written May 23, 2017
Tim R
Haarlem, The Netherlands
Hi, I am thinking of traveling through Cuba in december with a rental car. Is it possible to rent an oldtimer for around 14 days to travel through Cuba?
Written November 24, 2015
Hi, it really depends on how many cars you need and whether or not you need a guide or guides plus the type of tour you wish to take. We had an all day tour, two cars and an English speaking guide. I would therefore suggest that you email them. They are very quick at replying and very efficient and reliable.
Good luck
Written October 3, 2015
Podrías enviar información de tarifas y tours al email chica_paraposaAhotmail. com somos 8 personas, no se fecha exacta en que tomaríamos el tour pero vamos del 25 al 31 de diciembre 2015, gracias
Written August 19, 2015
Estimados cual es el valor de la excursion y cuanto demora, gracias, estamos llegando a fines de agosto y como se contacta a esta atraccion, gracias
Written July 12, 2015
staying at the Santa Isabel hotel, I would like to hire a guide how do we do this
Written March 10, 2015
Do you pick up from the cruise ships?
Written January 13, 2015
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