Panamanian Highlights

Destinations Panama
Category Single Country
Duration 9 days / 8 nights
Location Panama

Day 1: Panama City
Day 1: Panama City

Welcome to Panama, where you will discover much more than the Canal but still enjoy this highlight. After customs and baggage claim head to the Arrivals area, our representative will be waiting for you at this point to meet you and assist you with the transfer to your hotel.

Day 2: A taste of the Pacific: Chiriqui Gulf
Day 2: A taste of the Pacific: Chiriqui Gulf

Transfer to the domestic airport in the city to board the flight to David City, then take a ground transfer to Boca Chica for an escape in the Pacific.

The Gulf of Chiriquí is a part of Panama that encompasses Coiba National Park and Golfo de Chiriquí National Park, boasting a unique maritime ecosystem and dozens of uninhabited islands with pristine secluded beaches. Visitors can opt to stay at luxury resorts on the islands, or to discover the national parks by boat or seaplane from mainland Panama, appreciating spectacular flora and fauna, like dolphins, sea turtles, starfish and Humpback Wales (in season).

Meals : Breakfast
Day 3: Gulf of Chiriqui Marine National Park Cruise
Day 3: Gulf of Chiriqui Marine National Park Cruise

Delight with a boat cruise around the Chiriqui Gulf.

Enjoy the stunning views and island ambiance with a four hours cruise around some of the Gulf of Chiriqui islands as Bolaños and Gámez, which are part of the Marine National Park. During the tour is possible to admire the flora and fauna of the area as dolphins,turtle and sting rays; white sand beaches, swim and practice snorkel.

Meals : Breakfast
Day 4: Travel to Boquete
Day 4: Travel to Boquete

In the morning, transfer to Boquete for a nice retreat in the mountainous area. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a coffee tour.

Enjoy a visit to a local small coffee farm located in the highlands of Boquete, where you will get a deep hands on experience in the productive process of coffee, from a visit to the fields to hand roasting of beans, besides cupping and tasting.

Meals : Breakfast
Day 5: Some Adventure
Day 5: Some Adventure

In the morning, visit Cangilones Canyon for a fun walk and swimming

Enjoy a half day adventure to Cangilones Mini-Canyon, a secluded nature paradise located in Gualaca, consisting in unique rock formations that have survives over time and diverse weather conditions. The canyons hosts a local river allowing visitors to swim in the tranquil waters and be adventurous while jumping to the river from up to 12 feet, besides climbin the canyon walls or relaxing in the rock surfaces.

Meals : Breakfast
Day 6: Bocas del Toro
Day 6: Bocas del Toro

Transfer from Boquete to Almirante, where you will take the boat for Bocas del Toro island. At your arrival you will enjoy a city tour, then continue to your accommodation in Bluff Beach.

Isla Colón is an island with a large Afro-Caribbean population, rich in culture and history, which dates back to 1830's when black migrants from the Caribbean began to arrive in order to work in some commercial agricultural enterprises and in construction projects as the trans-isthmus Panama railroad (1846). By 1855, some of the workers remained and settled in Bocas del Toro. The tour takes places at Isla Colón, the most populated island in the archipelago and the capital of Bocas del Toro

Meals : Breakfast
Day 7: Day at leisure in the island
Day 7: Day at leisure in the island

Explore the island on your own or relax in the hotel.

Meals : Breakfast
Day 8: Panama City
Day 8: Panama City

Head to the local airport for your flight back to Panama City. In the afternoon, enjoy an excursion to Casco Viejo and Miraflores Locks.

Start by visiting the Panama Canal visitor's center located in Miraflores Locks. You will see the ships transiting the waterway, and learn about the history, engineering and most significant events of the Canal. Continue to Casco Antiguo, the old city compound, that dates from the late 1600's, the folk market and the most important monuments in the area; followed by a visit to San José Church, known for its Golden Altar, and the French Plaza, that provides panoramic views of the modern city center and the ships that wait for their turn to transit the canal. The tour ends with a transfer to your hotel.

Meals : Breakfast
Day 9: Departure day
Day 9: Departure day

Departure transfer to the International Airport. We hope you had a great time in Panama!

Standard

 

Tryp Panama Centro

Vía Veneto, Panamá

 +507 265-0505

 

Seagull Cove Resort

San Lorenzo, Chiriqui, Boca Chica

+507 851-0036

 

Boquete Tree Trek Resort

Palo Alto Boquete, Panamá

+507 720-1635

 

Playa Tortuga Hotel and Beach Resort

Isla Colon S/N, Bocas del Toro, Panamá

+507 757-9050

 


 

Superior

 

Central Hotel Panama

Plaza de la Independencia, Calle 5a Este, Panamá

+507 309-0300

Bocas del Mar

Road to Boca Chica, Boca Chica, Panamá

+507 6395-8757

The Riverside Inn

Av. Buenos Aires, Los Naranjos, Panamá

+507 720-1076

The Hummingbird

Bluff Beach Rd, Bocas del Toro Province, Panamá

+507 6949-3694

Included

  • Meals as stated
  • Hotels accommodation as stated
  • English speaking guide on tours
  • Entrance fees to sites - parks - etc.
  • Private Transportation
  • Taxes

Not Included

  • Any additional/extra tours or park fees
  • Any other service not mentioned in the “included” list or the itinerary
  • Extras at hotels
  • International Flights
  • Late check-out or early check-in
  • Personal and/or medical expenses
  • Visa and Inmigration Tax