The Complete Panama Canal

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: Day 1 - Welcome to Panama City

On arrival in Panama City, you’ll be greeted and escorted to the 5-star Central Hotel.

: Day 2 - History of the Canal

Marvel at the ships entering the Canal at the Miraflores Locks and delve into its history during a talk with the Panama Canal Authority. Visit the only American Cemetery in Latin America, learn about US military history at historic island bunkers in the Causeway, and ...

: Day 3 - Through the Canal

Journey from the Pacific to the Atlantic on a full Canal transit, joining the huge ships that rely on this vital passage. You’ll enter the Miraflores Locks and traverse the Gaillard Cut. Arriving in the Caribbean port of Colon, transfer to the Gamboa Rainforest Resort and check in to your riverview balcony guestroom. Meals B+L+D

: Day 4 - Guided Gatun Lake Nature Expedition

Naturalist guided exploration of the islands in Gatun Lake offers a chance to learn about the tropical flora and to observe native species like sloths, caimans, and monkeys. At Gamboa’s ecological exhibits and rescue center, you’ll see and learn about additional rainf...

: Day 5 - Through the Forest to an Emberá Village

Travel to the edge of Lake Alajuela where Emberá villagers will meet you with their dugout canoes. Traveling silently into the virgin rainforest offers a chance to spot herons, egrets, and ospreys. With luck and sharp eyes, you might also see toucans, otters and sloth...

: Day 6 - Panama Railroad + Portobelo + Our Pacific Resort

Journey across the isthmus aboard the Panama Railroad, built in 1855 for fortune seekers during the Gold Rush. From atop the Canal Expansion Center, you’ll see the newly-expanded canal built to accommodate massive ships up to 1,400 feet long and 180 feet wide! Then ex...

: Day 7 - Ancient History and Daily Life in Panama City

This mornings walking tour in Casco Antiguo #WHS# takes you along cobblestone streets graced by fine Colonial architecture. Stop to sample ceviche and local beer at the fish market and then join city residents on the modern subway to visit El Carmen Church. Then end y...

: Day 8 - In the Countryside

Ascend into the lofty hills of Altos de Campana National Park for views of the Canal Basin. Home to a variety of exotic birds like the orange-bellied trogon and white-tailed hawk, it’s a great place for birdwatchers. Then visit an orchid farm and have lunch in a typic...

: Day 9 - Adios, Playa Bonita

We’ll take you to the airport today. Meals B

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Price From $3,499
Price per day$389
Last Updated: 10/30/2019

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Rita

Nov 2018

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Tour members should be advised to book their tours ahead of time at the Gamboa Rainforest Resort, especially if it is a weekend visit. Many tours were completely boo...

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James

Nov 2018

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Nice hotels, good transportation. Lots of birds!

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Kareena

Nov 2018

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Delighted by the guide, the country, the history and culture I didn't know was there.

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Bonnie

Nov 2018

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Enjoyed the travel and learning the customs of other culture.

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Lori

Nov 2018

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Excellent guide and driver made the trip great!!!!

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