Self-Drive: Panama Adventure & Beach Explorer 15D/14N

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Discover Panama at your own pace and with the freedom of traveling on your own! This self-drive tour will bring you closer to some of the nicest areas in Panama as you come in contact with the true Panamanian culture and its people.
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Visit a picturesque, verdant mountain village: El Valle Observe the incredibly smooth transit of large ships through the locks Relax at an unspoiled, sandy beach in Las Lajas

What's this trip about?

    Discover Panama at your own pace and with the freedom of traveling on your own! This self-drive tour will bring you closer to some of the nicest areas in Panama as you come in contact with the true Panamanian culture and its people.

Details

Itinerary focusActive and Outdoor Sports
Group sizeGroup - max of 99 people
Age range3 years and up
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityPanama City
End CityLas Cumbres

Destinations

Attractions

  • Boquete
  • Panama City

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 3

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 99

Trip includes

    • 14B
    • 3N in Playa Venao
    • 14 Nights accommodation in hostel and 3-star hotels
    • English-speaking guide during the tours
    • Private Airport Transfers
    • 2N in Las Lajas Beach
    • 4N in Panama City
    • 2N in El Valle
    • Car rental intermediate categor from Day 4 to 14
    • 3N in Boquete

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Panama City, Panama

Airport Pick-up and transfer to the hotel (B) Upon arrival at Tocumen International Airport, you will be met by our Spanish speaking driver who will take you to your hotel in Panama City Welcome to Panama!

Day 2: Panama City, Panama

Half day City & Canal Tour (B) The tour starts with the old colonial quarter, Casco Antiguo, founded in 1673 after the first spanish settlement was burned down by pirates It is home to the Presidential Palace, the National Theater, the Cathedral and lots of other...

Day 3: Panama City, Panama

Enjoy a day at leisure in Panama City (B) There are many things to see and do around Panama City You may tour sights such as the historical ruins of Panama Viejo, walk the enchanting streets of Casco Antiguo, visit the Metropolitan Park or stroll along the Amador Cau...

Day 4: El Valle, Panama

Take the Panamerican Highway towards the West (B) Delivery of the hired car at your hotel. (Please confirm all these details when booking.) You will cross "Las Americas Bridge" and leave Panama City behind as you follow the Panamerican Highway towards the West Just a...

Day 5: El Valle, Panama

Free Day in El Valle (B) A picturesque, verdant mountain village, El Valle is a great escape from the hustle and heat of Panama City. Optional activities in El Valle: • hikes to Cerro Gaital and la India Dormida • horseback riding. $10-20 per person • walk to the pre-...

Day 6: Pedasí, Panama

Drive from El Valle to Pedasí Town (B) You will come back to the Panamerican Highway and continue to the West until reaching the town of Divisa, where you will make a left turn and drive to the town of Pedasi Along the way, you can visit the small town of La Pintada ...

Day 7: Pedasí, Panama

Free Day in Pedasí (B) Free Day in Pedasí.

Day 8: Pedasí, Panama

Free Day in Pedasí (B) Nearby activities include sport fishing, surfing, snorkeling, horseback riding and whale watching in season Pedasí is 30 minutes from Venao Beach, one of the best surfing beaches in Central America. Activities around Pedasi include: Drive to th...

Day 9: Boquete, Panama

Drive to Boquete (B) You will come back to the Panamerican Highway and drive towards the West until you reach David, where you take a right turn towards the mountains until you reach the town of Boquete Duration 06:00hrs.

Day 10: Boquete, Panama

Free Day in Boquete (B) Enjoy your time in Boquete to discover the town and take part in some of the many activities available like the daily group tours to explore the amazing world of coffee From its gathering in the fields by the Ngobe Indians to its roasting, you...

Day 11: Boquete, Panama

Free Day in Boquete (B) Free Day in Boquete.

Day 12: Las Cumbres, Panama

Drive to Las Lajas Beach (B) Back to the Panamerican highway, you will drive 1 hour eastward before making a right turn to reach Las Lajas Beach Duration 2:35hrs.

Day 13: Las Cumbres, Panama

Free Day in Las Lajas Beach (B) In Las Lajas you can do as much or as little as you want: You could just enjoy the beach and relax, join the locals in some artisanal fishing or ask the hotel to help you organize a mangrove tour that goes for 2-3 hours and is great if ...

Day 14: Panama City, Panama

Drive back to Panama City (B) You will leave the small town of Las Lajas and follow the Panamerican Highway towards the East, passing several towns and villages until arriving to Panama City Return of car rental at one of the rental car offices near your hotel.

Day 15: Las Cumbres, Panama

Airport drop-off (B) Private transfer with Spanish-speaking driver to Tocumen International Airport Duration 01:00hrs.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,703
Price per day$247
Last Updated: 3/14/2025

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Cancellation policy

The cancellation policies of this trip when booked through Travelstride are determined by the stated policies of Bamba, the tour operator.

Any cancellation by a Client must be made in writing and be acknowledged by Travelstride in writing. The date on which the request to cancel is received by Travelstride will determine the cancellation fees applicable.

Cancellation for Bamba.

The cancellation fees are expressed hereafter as a percentage of the total tour price, excluding insurance. Cancellation fees for all Bamba products may vary without prior notice.

General cancelations by trip category (for Machu Picchu tours/treks see separate section below)

Cancellation by Client – Travel Passes:

  • Cancellation before requesting any transfer/activity - Full Refund
  • Cancellation after requesting any transfer/activity - No Refund

Cancellation by Client – Day Trips (except Machu Picchu)

  • 7+ days prior to trip departure - Full Refund
  • Between 3 and 6 days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 2 days prior to trip departure - No Refund

Cancellation by Client – Independent, Self-Guided Trips & Tailor-Made Trips*:

  • 60+ days prior to trip departure - Charged 30% of total booking price
  • Between 30 and 59 days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 29 days prior to trip departure - No Refund

*Except Welcome Packages, Voluntour Trips, Air-Expeditions

Cancellation by Client – Welcome Packages, Private Tours & General Adventure Trips**:

  • 90+ days prior to trip departure - Full Refund
  • Between 30 and 89 days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 29 days prior to trip departure - No Refund

**Except Galapagos Trips, Brazil Carnival Tours, Machu Picchu Tours/Treks

Cancellation by Client – bamba Authentic Adventures:

  • 60+ days prior to trip departure - Charged 20% of total booking price
  • Between 30 and 59 days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 29 days prior to trip departure - No Refund

Cancellation by Client – Galapagos Trips & Voluntour Trips:

  • 30+ days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 29 days prior to trip departure - No Refund

Cancellation by Client – Air-Expeditions:

  • 365+ days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price
  • Between 90 and 364 days prior to trip departure - Charged 70% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 89 days prior to trip departure - No Refund

Cancellation by Client – Brazil Carnival Tours:

  • 120+ days prior to trip departure - Charged 25% of total booking price
  • Between 61 and 119 days prior to trip departure - Charged 50% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 60 days prior to trip departure - No Refund

Specific Cancellations & Changes For Machy Picchu Tours/Treks
Inca Trail Treks to Machu Picchu

Cancellation by Client

  • 30+ days prior to trek departure - Charged 50% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 29 days prior to trek departure - No Refund

Date Change (subject to availability of permits)

  • 30+ days prior to trek departure - Charged $180 USD
  • Between 7 and 29 days prior to trek departure - Charged $200 USD
  • Between 0 and 6 days - Date changes cannot be made

Switch to Another Machu Picchu Trek

  • 30+ days prior to trek departure - Charged or compensated price difference PLUS a fee of $180 USD
  • Between 7 and 29 days prior to trek departure - Charged or compensated price difference PLUS a fee of $200 USD
  • Between 0 and 6 days prior to trek departure - No switch possible (20% discount on booking another trek)

Other Treks to Machu Picchu (Salkantay, Lares, Inca Jungle, Inca Quarry, Sacred Valley, Choquequirao)

Cancellation by Client

  • 30+ days prior to trek departure - Full Refund
  • Between 7 and 29 days prior to trek departure - Charged 50% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 6 days prior to trek departure - No Refund

Date Change

  • 30+ days prior to trek departure - No Fees
  • Between 3 and 29 days prior to trek departure - Charged $70 USD
  • Between 0 and 2 days - Date changes cannot be made (20% discount on booking another trek)

Switch to Another Machu Picchu Trek

  • 30+ days prior to trek departure - No Fees
  • Between 3 and 29 days prior to trek departure - Charged or compensated price difference PLUS a fee of $50 USD
  • Between 0 and 2 days prior to trek departure - No switch possible (20% discount on booking another trek)

Machu Picchu by Train Tours

Cancellation by Client

  • 30+ days prior to trip departure - Full Refund
  • Between 3 and 29 days prior to trip departure - Charged 80% of total booking price
  • Between 0 and 2 days - No Refund

Date Change

  • 30+ days prior to trip departure - No Fees
  • Between 3 and 29 days prior to trip departure - Charged $75 USD
  • Between 0 and 2 days - Date changes cannot be made

For more additional details, see the booking conditions of Bamba at the following web address: https://bambatravel.com/terms-conditions/5c78342ec23e0e17d1092e9f.

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