Top Panama Budget Culture Trips &amp; Packages 2025/2026

Group Tour

Why we love them

Despite being one of the most established names in the travel business, they continue to innovate and offer new top-notch experiences.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Visits

Central America, Pacific Coast, Panama City

Themes

Cultural, 50 Plus

What travelers are saying

"We were able to see many different areas of Portugal and enjoy the local fare."

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$3,009

9 days From$2,519

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Independent Panama

By Globus

none

4.7/5 Excellent

Group Tour

Why we love them

Despite being one of the most established names in the travel business, they continue to innovate and offer new top-notch experiences.

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Very Easy

Visits

Central America, Panama City

Themes

Cultural, 50 Plus

What travelers are saying

"We were able to see many different areas of Portugal and enjoy the local fare."

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$2,010

6 days From$1,709

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Panama City & Chiriqui

preferred

4.1/5 Great

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Boquete, Panama City

Highlights

Discovery Boat Trip on the Gulf of Chiriqui

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"Hotels were great except the 8 hour ferry back to Athens"

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8 days From$2,101

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Panama City, Bocas del Toro & Chiriqui

preferred

4.1/5 Great

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Bocas Del Toro

Highlights

Experience city life, beach life, and jungle life - all in one trip!
Enjoy comfortable transfers between all destinations, including a ferry transfer across the bright blue waters near Colon Island Port.
See the locks of the famous Panama Canal in Panama City.
Spot colorful starfish at Starfish Beach in Bocas del Toro, then look out for monkeys, iguanas, and tropical birds in biodiverse Chiriqui.
Stroll through the cobblestone streets of the colonial Casco Viejo neighborhood of Panama City.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"Hotels were great except the 8 hour ferry back to Athens"

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8 days From$2,015

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Panama City & Bocas del Toro

preferred

4.1/5 Great

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Visits

Bocas Del Toro

Highlights

Enjoy the best of both worlds. Live it up in vibrant Panama City, then relax the days away on the beaches of Bocas del Toro.
See UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Panama Canal, and other historic landmarks.
Try the famous flavors of Panama! Treat yourself to authentic Panamanian favorites made of maize, plantains, yuca, sweet fruits, fresh seafood, and other local ingredients.
Hike through lush rainforests, wade through the crystal-clear waters of Starfish Beach, or go snorkeling!
Take advantage of your convenient airport transfers. A ride will always be waiting for you.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"Hotels were great except the 8 hour ferry back to Athens"

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7 days From$1,458

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Panama City & Playa Bonita

preferred

4.1/5 Great

Self-Guided / Independent Tour

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Flexible schedule

Highlights

Relax on Panama's beautiful beaches on the Pacific coast from your 5-star resort.
Visit the Miraflores Visitor Center where you can view ships passing through the Panama Canal.
Discover Panama's rich heritage in Casco Antiguo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. See cathedrals, plazas, palaces, and more.
Take a drive, cycle, or stroll down the scenic Amador Causeway, a one-lane road that connects three islands.
This is the perfect Panama package combing an incredible city escape with white sand beaches!

Themes

Local Immersion & Homestays, Relaxing Retreats

What travelers are saying

"Hotels were great except the 8 hour ferry back to Athens"

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6 days From$1,272

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Classic Panama tour

By Audley Travel

none

4.8/5 Excellent

Private Guided

Lodging level

Standard - 3 star

Physical level

Easy

Trip pace

Full schedule

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"Another wonderful trip organised by the team at Audley Travel. This time we arranged a holiday to South Africa. Robyn Hutchons was our advisor and her personal experience and knowledge was invaluable in planning the holiday. The local ground agents in South Africa were extremely helpful in resolving some car hire problems. All in all, I have no hesitation in recommending Audley and we will certainly be using them again for our holidays."