Panama City Getaway
5 days/4 nights
$681
P/P Double Occupancy
This short city tour will show you the best attractions around Panama City, such as the Embera Indians and the Panama Canal. Perfect for a combination trip with Costa Rica or with an extension to one of the country’s beautiful beach destinations!
Day 01 Wednesday: Arrival to Panama City
Upon arrival to Panama City airport, you will be transferred to the Hotel Country Inn and Suites at the Panama Canal (40 min drive). Panama City is the capital and largest city in Panama. It is home to a diverse blend of cultures and a vast historical sector in the Old City, a district famous for its Spanish fortifications and several colonial buildings. Panama City is a location you will surely enjoy during your visit to this gorgeous country! Overnight at Country Inn and Suites
Day 02 Thursday: Panama City Tour (B)
Today, you’ll have a tour of this cosmopolitan city. Enjoy the gorgeous view of the skyscrapers, the noble mansions and the green hills. Then you will visit a small marketplace where you’ll find lovely Indian handicrafts. Afterwards, you will go along the shore into the old part of the town called Casco Antiguo. There, you’ll walk to the main buildings and landmarks: the President’s Palace, the remarkable cathedral and the San José church with its splendorous altar. The trip leads afterwards to the Causeway, from where you’ll enjoy a wonderful view of Panama’s skyline and Miraflores Locks of the Panama Canal. Overnight at Country Inn and Suites
Day 03 Friday: Embera Indians (B, L)
In the morning, you’ll be driven up north towards Lake Alajuela. Once there, you will board a small boat, which will take you to Chagres River. You’ll see lush jungle and exotic wildlife during your journey. While visiting the Embera Indians, you will be set back in time, as you observe the culture of people who have preserved their traditions for hundreds of years. Overnight at Country Inn and Suites
Day 04 Saturday: Partial crossing of the Panama Canal (B, L)
In the morning, enjoy a partial* crossing of the historical Panama Canal. You’ll pass different Locks and receive interesting information about the history of the Canal. You will see the enormous cargo ships manoeuvre through the canal. Afterwards, you will have lunch on the ship. After you return to the hotel, you’ll have the rest of the afternoon to spend at your leisure. Overnight at Country Inn and Suites *Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month you can do a complete canal crossing for and additional $44 per person)
Day 05 Sunday: Departure (B)
You’ll be transferred to the Tocumen Airport for your international flight.
Prices Include
- All transfers and transportation during the roundtrip in comfortable vehicles with a/c and by boat according to programme (shared transportation)
- Accommodations at the above mentioned hotels (or similar) (including hotel taxes)
- Meals as per description
- English speaking driver and/or guides
- All entrance fees to mentioned national parks, reserves and museums
- Travel documentation with useful information
Prices Do Not Include
- Airport Departure Taxes ($20 per person)
- Optional tours
- Voluntary tips
- Beverages
- Additional meals
- All extras in the hotels
Notes
- Rates are per person - double occupancy
- Prices are per person in US$
- A minimum of 2 people is required to book this package
- Prices are valid from December 1st 2007 until December 31st 2008
- For larger parties, please ask for discounts!
- This tour starts on Wednesdays in Panama City
- Rates are subject to change
