One of Panama’s key attractions is its diversity, and some of the top attractions in addition to the canal – are the capital of Panama City, Panama Viejo, Casco Antiguo (also known as Casco Viejo) and the jungles surrounding the canal area. Panama City, easily the most cosmopolitan capital in Central America, is a modern, sophisticated metropolis that closely resembles Miami and has established commerce, arts, fashion and dining.
Day 01 Arrive Panama By Flight
Arrival at Tocumen International Airport meet assist and transfer to hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02 Panama
After breakfast, proceed to visit the ruins of the old city Panama Viejo, sacked by Henry Morgan in 1671 and declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO. Panama Viejo was founded in 1519 as the first Spanish city on the American Pacific. The city later became an important commercial center from where large amounts of gold were transported to the Caribbean coast to be shipped to Europe. In 1673 a second city was built in a more protected location which is today known as Casco Antiguo, also declared World Heritage Site due to its many historic features. We then continue on to visit the Amador Causeway, constructed by connecting the three islands of Naos, Perico and Flamenco using material excavated from the Panama Canal, from where you can see the Bridge of the Americas, Taboga Island and the buoys marking the canal’s waterway. One of the most interesting sites on this tour are the Miraflores Locks of the Panama Canal where you will witness the raising or lowering of a ship as it passes through this impressive engineering feat. The Miraflores Visitors Center also contains a Canal Museum which holds information on its history from the first construction efforts by the French to its upcoming expansion. Overnight at hotel.
Day 03 Panama – Gamboa By Road 33 kms / 40M appx.
After breakfast, proceed to the pier in Gamboa to embark on an adventurous boat trip through the rainforest surrounded by exotic tropical vegetation and wildlife. On this tour you can observe a variety of marine and terrestrial bird species, sloths, monkeys, iguanas and crocodiles in their natural environment while the trip across Gatun Lake permits you to navigate the boat alongside the gigantic cruise ships and freighters transiting the Canal. After taking our time to marvel at the natural wonders this area has to offer we will be taken to the lake’s only houseboat to have lunch and relax a little bit before engaging in one of the exciting activities the afternoon has in store for us. You can choose to have a swim in the lake, take a canoe tour on Rio Paja or grab a fishing rod and set out for your “Big Catch”. We will arrive back to the pier in Gamboa in the late afternoon to make our way back to the hotel. Overnight at hotel.
Day 04 Panama-Colon City (73 kms / 1H appx.) /Colon City-Panama By Train
After breakfast, we depart from your hotel directly to the train station of Panama to catch the train that go up to Colon City. The railroad leads alongside the canal through the heart of Soberania National Park and offers stunning views of the jungle and Lake Gatun. Transportation awaits you at the station in Colon and takes you directly to the Visitor Center of the Panama Canal Expansion on the Atlantic Side. In here you will witness the progress of the new set of locks, lively and through a video in the audiovisual hall, also you will find a exhibition room which explains what have been found during the excavation as well as what have done the Panama Canal to preserve species. Then continue towards Portobelo on the Caribbean coast. Portobelo was founded in 1597 and has been declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The fortifications which protected the settlement are considered the most important and rich fortifications of colonial times. The church of San Felipe de Portobelo is home to the Black Christ, patron saint of the region, and the local museum holds general information on colonial times. We depart towards the city of Colón. We take a brief tour of the Washington Walkway on Central Ave. where you can see the monument of Christopher Columbus. Later, we head back to the city by car. Overnight at hotel.
Day 05 Depart Panama By Flight
Departure transfer to onward destination.
| City | Nights | 5* Hotels |
| Panama | 04 | Grace Hotel |
- Meet assist at the airport and hotels.
- 04 nights accommodation as per the program.
- Daily breakfast at the hotels.
- Entrance fees.
- Local English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / Chinese / Russian speaking guide.
- Amador Causeway.
- Canal.
- Adventurous Tour.
- Soberania National Park.
- Gatun Lake.
- Jungle Explorer Boat or Emberá indigenous community.
- Train Ticket for Panama – Colon City.
- All transfers, sightseeing, excursions by private vehicle.
- All taxes.
Branding
– Logo branding on Vehicles.
– Color and logo branding Merchandise.
– Departure gifts with company’s branding.
- Personal Expenses.
- Camera / Video Camera Fees.
- Medical Aid.
- Tips.
- Travel Insurance.
- Visa (If any).
– Accommodation in good hotels.
– Check-in / out time is 12 noon at most of the hotels.
– Extension to other places is also possible with a minimal extra cost.
– Additional nights are available at each place with minimal supplement.
– A visa is required and must be obtained prior to your departure from your Country.
– If quoted hotel is not available, we will provide one of a similar category and standard.
– Small deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
– In case the government changes presently applicable taxes, increase in airlines prices, fuel surcharge our rates will need to be adjusted accordingly.
– In Asia, there is no relevance between the distance and time of travelling, as it depends upon the condition of the roads and congestion of the traffic.
– While every effort will be made to maintain the itinerary, in view of local strikes etc that are beyond our control all schedule and itineraries are subject to last moment changes.
– Clients must be fully insured, as the company cannot accept liability for loss or damage to client’s property, medical emergencies or any other loss suffered by them whilst on tour.
– In Case of issuing Domestic or International air tickets, SGV is not responsible for any refund if the flight is delayed or cancelled, as it is the responsibility of airline.