The Panama Less Traveled - 7D/6N

photo of Old Panama courtesy of Tourism Board of PanamaClassic Program includes visits to Panama City, Miraflores Locks, transit through the Canal, Soberania National Park, Camino de Cruces National Park, Chagres National Park and its indigenous community, Atlantic to Pacific Railroad and Forts at Portobelo National Park. Ideal for the entire family.

Included: Meals as indicated in the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner) - All Transfers - 6 Overnights Panama City - The Tours indicated in the program: Golden Route, Full Day City & Canal, Partial Canal Transit - El Valle, Emebera Indigenous Community, Folklorick Show - Admissions - English Speaking Guide – Taxes.
Not Included: Any airfare - Any personal expenses.

Notes: Minimum 2 passengers.
Departures: Wednesdays.
Accommodation: Hotel Miramar Intercontinental - Hotel De Ville - Hotel Four Points Sheraton / Crowne Plaza - Hotel El Panama - Hotel Riande Continental - Soloy Hotel.

photo of Portobelo, Panama courtesy of Tourism Board of PanamaDay by day Itinerary:

  • Day 1 Wednesday Panama City - Arrival at the International Airport. Greeting by one of our representatives and transfer to the hotel of your choice. Overnight. Meals not included.
  • Day 2 Thursday The Gold Route - The tour begins in the ruins of “Old Panama” (an archaeological and World Heritage site), from where the transfer of gold began toward the Caribbean Sea. We will make our journey which will take us to the following places: ruins of “Old Panama,” and King’s Bridge, followed by Soberania National Park, Camino de Cruces National Park, Madem Dam and Portobelo National Park. Portobelo was a safe haven for the Conquistadors and a juicy target for the pirates trying to get their hands on the treasures of the New World. Enjoy this spectacular ride alongside the Canal. Overnight. (B,L)
  • Day 3 Friday Panama City and Miraflores Locks - This historical tour will begin with the “Casco Antiguo” (Old Quarters), built in 1673 after “Old Panama” was sacked and burnt. Here we will have lunch and later proceed to the Miraflores Locks. Of the three sets of locks in the Canal, this is the closest to Panama City. From the Visitor’s Center, you will have an excellent view of a ship transiting the locks north or south-bound. In addition, there will be a short audiovisual presentation, other exhibits, and a ship simulator which you may operate. In the evening, dinner and a Panamanian Folkloric Dance Show. Overnight. (B,L,D)
  • Day 4 Saturday Partial Transit through the Panama Canal - Half day - We will begin a partial transit of the Canal aboard a comfortable ship. The partial transit can begin either at Panama or at Gamboa. If it begins at Gamboa, you will be transferred to its dock on land, and return by ship. Overnight. (B, Light Lunch)
  • Day 5 Sunday A Valley in the Crater of a Volcano - El Valle of Anton, is located at the center of an extinct volcano, possibly the biggest in Central America. Next, we will visit El Macho Waterfall and the ancient petroglyphs. (If you wish you can go for a swim at the waterfall). Afterwards, we will visit El Nispero Gardens and Zoo. We will stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Overnight. (B,L)
  • Day 6 Monday A day in an Indigenous Culture - This fascinating adventure will begin early in the morning. Overnight. (B,L)
  • Day 7 Tuesday Departure or to Continue with the Extended Program - At the set time, our personnel will transfer you to the International Airport, for your return flight or continue with some of our extended programs. (B)


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