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Best of Panama

Duration
9 Days
Prices From:
US$ 1,472

MODERATE | TAILOR-MADE: Experience the best of Panama on this well-balanced tour. Start in Panama City where you’ll explore the colonial history before touring the Panama Canal. Then venture into the jungle for a couple nights at a rainforest resort before heading to the beach for three nights of sunny relaxation.


This 9-day Panama vacation takes you to Panama City to explore the canals before staying at resorts in the jungle and at the beach. It features economy or superior accommodations depending on preference, active tours, and is a perfect combo of a nature adventure and beach stay.

Your journey begins in Panama City, the capital of the nation and the centre of its colonial history. A full-day city tour will take you through the ruins of Old Panama to chart the city’s history and learn about its current formation. You’ll climb Cathedral Tower to look out over the old town, visit the Old Panama Museum to see artifacts and exhibits on the country’s history, and tour Casco Viejo, the old city compound, to learn about the city’s history and failed past endeavours to construct the Panama Canal. In the afternoon, you’ll head to the Panama Canal itself, the marvel of modern engineering that connects the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. You’ll tour the Miraflores Locks, enjoy a presentation from the Panama Canal Authority, and tour the town of Balboa before connecting back into town.

From Panama City, connect 30min away to nearby Gamboa and Gamboa Rainforest Resort, which offers beautiful accommodations and easy access to the surrounding nature. Spend a full day at leisure taking advantage of the resort amenities and the many available activity options. Lounge in the luxury pool, relax with a massage in the spa, or head on an eco-adventure into the jungle, including a water tour along Gatun Lake or a wildlife trek into Soberania National Park to see sloths and monkeys. After exploring the jungle, connect to Santa Clara and Sheraton Bijao Beach, an all-inclusive beachfront resort overlooking the Pacific Ocean. You’ll have two full days at leisure to relax in your guest room with beautiful views of the Pacific or the Panamanian mountains and follow your fancy. Cool off in the outdoor swimming pool before dining on delicious cuisine in one of the three restaurants. Tee up on the nine-hole golf course or spend your days swimming through the warm waters of the Pacific and shopping in the nearby centres.

At the end of your stay in Santa Clara, you’ll connect back to Panama City for one more night before returning home.

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Duration
9 Days
Prices From:
US$ 1,472

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Day 1

Tocumen International Airport to Panama City Hotel

Duration30 Minutes

Best Western El Dorado

Offering the convenience of our location with easy access to the Corredor Norte and El Dorado Business District, the Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel, Panama City, Panama is a home for when you are away from home for business and recreation travelers alike. Our bilingual staff will be happy to help you with your necessities.

Meal Plan Buffet Breakfast
Duration2 Nights
Accommodation

Best Western El Dorado

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    Best Western El Dorado



    Offering the convenience of our location with easy access to the Corredor Norte and El Dorado Business District, the Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel, Panama City, Panama is a home for when you are away from home for business and recreation travelers alike. Our …

    Offering the convenience of our location with easy access to the Corredor Norte and El Dorado Business District, the Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel, Panama City, Panama is a home for when you are away from home for business and recreation travelers alike. Our bilingual staff will be happy to help you with your necessities.

    Facilities

    • Air Conditioning
    • Business Centre
    • Child Friendly
    • Conference Facilities
    • Gym/Fitness Centre
    • Internet Access
    • Kitchen Facilities
    • Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service
    • Library
    • Multi-lingual Staff
    • Parking
    • Pool (s)
    • Restaurant(s)
    • Room Service

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Day 2

Full Day City Tour with Panama Canal

Morning tour where you will visit the ruins of Old Panama, climb up the Cathedral tower, visit the Old Panama Museum and then continue to Casco Viejo (the old city compound), which dates from the late 1600's. A bilingual guide will describe the events in history leading up to the eventual movement of the capital city to its present location. Casco Viejo is home to monuments to Ferdinand de Lesseps and other Frenchmen instrumental in the ill-fated attempt of the French to construct a canal through Panama. Afterwards, visit the Panama Canal Museum. Continue with a visit to the Miraflores Locks at the Panama Canal where large ships can be seen transiting the canal. Enjoy a presentation by the Panama Canal Authority on the history of the Panama Canal and marvel at the workings of this feat of human engineering. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant. The tour then continues to the Panama Canal area, including the town of Balboa, formerly part of the Panama Canal Zone. Late afternoon you will return to your hotel in Panama City.

Duration6 Hours
Day 3

Panama City Hotels to Gamboa

Duration50 Minutes

Gamboa Rainforest Resort

Adventure into the jungle on an aerial tram, experience a boat ride on the Panama Canal, or relax by the luxurious pool surrounded by Panama's natural beauty. Whatever your pleasure, adventure and relaxation await you in this enchanting and sumptuous hideaway, just 30 minutes from Panama City. Colorful sights and natural wildlife make the Gamboa Rainforest Resort a truly one-of-a-kind vacation experience. Escape to this jungle paradise as a couple or with the entire family to encounter nature without leaving the comforts of a full-service exotic resort. We invite you to discover Gamboa.

Meal Plan Full Breakfast
Duration2 Nights
Accommodation

Gamboa Rainforest Resort

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    Gamboa Rainforest Resort



    Adventure into the jungle on an aerial tram, experience a boat ride on the Panama Canal, or relax by the luxurious pool surrounded by Panama's natural beauty. Whatever your pleasure, adventure and relaxation await you in this enchanting and sumptuous hideaway, just 30 minutes from …

    Adventure into the jungle on an aerial tram, experience a boat ride on the Panama Canal, or relax by the luxurious pool surrounded by Panama's natural beauty. Whatever your pleasure, adventure and relaxation await you in this enchanting and sumptuous hideaway, just 30 minutes from Panama City. Colorful sights and natural wildlife make the Gamboa Rainforest Resort a truly one-of-a-kind vacation experience. Escape to this jungle paradise as a couple or with the entire family to encounter nature without leaving the comforts of a full-service exotic resort. We invite you to discover Gamboa.

    Facilities

    • Bar(s)
    • Bellman/Porters
    • Bicycles
    • Business Centre
    • Conference Facilities
    • Daycare/Babysitting Service
    • Gym/Fitness Centre
    • Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service
    • Lounge(s)
    • Massage Treatments
    • Medical Services
    • Multi-lingual Staff
    • Parking
    • Pool (s)
    • Reception (24 hrs)
    • Restaurant(s)
    • Room Service
    • Secretarial Service
    • Spa
    • Spa(Hot-tub)/Jacuzzi
    • Swim-up Bar
    • Tennis
    • Wheelchair Accessible Rooms

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Day 4

Day at Leisure

Today is totally free and at leisure. You can take advantage of any optional activities available or simply relax.

Day 5

Gamboa to Panama City Hotels

Duration50 Minutes

Sheraton Bijao Beach

Sheraton Bijao Beach is a beachfront all inclusive resort set on a sprawling Panamanian beach along the serene Pacific Ocean. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, 3 restaurants and a spa. The resort is steps away from a nine-hole golf course and numerous shopping, dining, and nightlife options.

Each of the 294 guest rooms features a balcony and views of the Pacific Ocean, mountains or hotel gardens.

Meal Plan All Inclusive (with alcohol)
Duration3 Nights
Accommodation

Sheraton Bijao Beach

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    Sheraton Bijao Beach



    Sheraton Bijao Beach is a beachfront all inclusive resort set on a sprawling Panamanian beach along the serene Pacific Ocean. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, 3 restaurants and a spa. The resort is steps away from a nine-hole golf course and numerous shopping, …

    Sheraton Bijao Beach is a beachfront all inclusive resort set on a sprawling Panamanian beach along the serene Pacific Ocean. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool, 3 restaurants and a spa. The resort is steps away from a nine-hole golf course and numerous shopping, dining, and nightlife options.

    Each of the 294 guest rooms features a balcony and views of the Pacific Ocean, mountains or hotel gardens.

    Facilities

    • Beach Volleyballs
    • Business Centre
    • Children's Activities
    • Concierge
    • Games Room
    • Gym/Fitness Centre
    • Parking
    • Pool (s)
    • Tennis Court
    • Water Sports

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Day 6

Day at Leisure

Today is totally free and at leisure. You can take advantage of any optional activities available or simply relax.

Day 7

Day at Leisure

Today is totally free and at leisure. You can take advantage of any optional activities available or simply relax.

Day 8

Santa Clara to Panama City

Duration30 Minutes

Best Western El Dorado

Offering the convenience of our location with easy access to the Corredor Norte and El Dorado Business District, the Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel, Panama City, Panama is a home for when you are away from home for business and recreation travelers alike. Our bilingual staff will be happy to help you with your necessities.

Meal Plan Buffet Breakfast
Duration1 Night
Accommodation

Best Western El Dorado

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    Best Western El Dorado



    Offering the convenience of our location with easy access to the Corredor Norte and El Dorado Business District, the Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel, Panama City, Panama is a home for when you are away from home for business and recreation travelers alike. Our …

    Offering the convenience of our location with easy access to the Corredor Norte and El Dorado Business District, the Best Western El Dorado Panama Hotel, Panama City, Panama is a home for when you are away from home for business and recreation travelers alike. Our bilingual staff will be happy to help you with your necessities.

    Facilities

    • Air Conditioning
    • Business Centre
    • Child Friendly
    • Conference Facilities
    • Gym/Fitness Centre
    • Internet Access
    • Kitchen Facilities
    • Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service
    • Library
    • Multi-lingual Staff
    • Parking
    • Pool (s)
    • Restaurant(s)
    • Room Service

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Day 9

Panama City Hotel to Tocumen International Airport

Duration30 Minutes

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DEPARTURES:

Daily

PRICE INCLUDES:

  • Shared arrival and departure airport transfers
  • 3 nights in moderate accommodations in Panama City
  • 2 nights in first-class accommodations in Gamboa
  • 3 nights in first-class accommodations in Santa Clara
  • Shared Panama City and Panama Canal tour
  • Breakfast daily (excluding day 1), 3 lunches 2 dinners

PRICE EXCLUDES:

  • Travel insurance
  • International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
  • Meals and beverages not mentioned
  • Gratuities
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Visa fees if applicable

TERMS AND CONDITIONS:

Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire.

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