Customized Trip of Panama History & Island, Daily Start & Private Guide

Welcome to choose our Panama private tour with daily departure, which can be tailored to meet your individual interests. You will enjoy a more personalized experience as the trip is only for your private party, without other people.

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Your driver will meet you at Tocumen International Airport and transfer you to a comfortable and stylish hotel for check in. You can have a rest in the hotel or walk around Punta Pacifica for dinner or shopping.

Today is to explore Panama Canal, one of the most important canals in the world, connecting the Pacific and Atlantic seas. More than observing it from a distance, we will have a Panama cruise tour to experience the ship being lifted by two ship locks.

In the early morning, you will be sent to Flamenco Marina, from where the ship will sail through the Bridge of the Americas. When arriving at Miraflores Locks, the ship will be lifted and enter Miraflores Lake, and then arrive at Pedro Miguel Locks. Afterward, it will sail through the south end of Gaillard Cut, the entrance of the Chagres River flows into the Panama Canal. Later, you can see another important bridge spanning over the Panama Canal, the Centennial Bridge. The final stop of the 6-hour northbound canal tour is Gamboa Dredging Division in the middle of the canal. After getting off, you will be transferred back to the downtown area.

On board, a bilingual guide will be at your service. Breakfast, lunch, and non-alcoholic drinks are also included, but we kindly suggest you take some of your own food.

Please Note:

The northbound canal tour generally departs in the early morning but the actual time is decided by the Panama Canal Authority based on the canal operation. If you consider it is too early for you, we are glad to change it for you to a southbound one departing at noon.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Panama Distrito Financiero (4 stars) or similar

Today’s itinerary starts with a morning stroll at Amador Causeway, which is located at the south entrance of the Panama Canal and extends into the Pacific Sea, where you can take in beautiful city views and scenic canal scenes. Then you will be guided to see the Bridge of the Americas and then walk around the Casco Viejo (San Felipe), an atmospheric district housing a lot of colonial architecture. Wander around the narrow cobbled streets to feel the local vibrant vibe and drop by ancient cathedrals and France Square.

After lunch, continue the visit to the Panama Canal. At the Miraflores Visitor Center, you can climb to the observation deck and catch the impressive scene of mega cruises and cargo ships transiting. Your guide will check the ship transit schedule in advance and arrange a suitable visit time for you. And you can also see a short 3D movie narrating the canal’s overall condition and history.

Then we will drive to see the first colonial city, Panama Viejo built in the 1500s. It is a pity that the old city was sacked by pirates in 1671 and now you can only see ruins. This is the best place for history buffs to feel past. At the end of the day, we will go back to the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Holiday Inn Panama Distrito Financiero (4 stars) or similar

Today you will take a train through the Panama Canal railway to visit Portobelo. The Panama Canal railway is built along the Panama Canal and travels through the lush and green rainforest. Arrive at Colon in 1 hour and then we will drive 1 hour to Portobelo.

We'll then visit Black Christ of Portobelo Church, Portobelo Museum with a movie, and Spanish Fort Ruins. After lunch, you will relax on Isla Grande Beach on the Caribbean coast on your own, you may go snorkeling or sunbathing. After the tour, you will be transferred to check in the hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: La Casa Congo or similar

Today we'll take a boat to San Blas Islands. It is recommended to buy some bottled water and snacks in advance, as it is not convenient to buy daily necessities on the island. Upon arrival, we are going to visit the Guna Yala community to learn about the ancient culture and local life style. You can also buy exquisite handicrafts here if you like. Finally, check in the hotel.

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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

You are free for the entire day. If you need it, the guide will be willing to recommend some activities or book some for you. We recommend Fragata Island, Diablo Island, Starfish Island, Chichime Island, and Perro Island also called Dog Island, one of the top snorkeling sites where you can see the remains of an old Navy gunboat. You can also go snorkeling or just relax on the beach.

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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The morning is free on your own on the island. You can walk around to explore the island by yourself or just relax on the beach. In the afternoon, we'll go back to Panama City.

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Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Today your private tours of Panama come to an end. The driver will pick you up from the hotel and send you to Tocumen International Airport. Wish you a happy journey home!

Our professional travel consultant is very happy to customize this private tour to your needs. Don't hesitate to contact us. Thank you!

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Meals: Breakfast