Panama
Panama Round Trip – Best of Panama Tour
Description
Discover Panama on this 12-day tour from Panama City to the paradisiacal islands of Bocas del Toro. You'll experience a fascinating partial transit of the Panama Canal, wander through colonial old towns, and immerse yourself in authentic village communities. From the misty mountain forests of Boquete to the dream beaches of the Caribbean coast, this journey through Panama will show you the full diversity of the country situated between two oceans.
What awaits you
This Panama tour promises unique contrasts: you'll begin with a partial transit of the famous Panama Canal and explore the vibrant capital, Panama City, with its historic quarters of Panama Viejo and Casco Antiguo. In El Valle de Antón, the world's largest inhabited volcanic crater, you'll discover hot springs and the impressive El Macho waterfall. In the authentic villages of Parita and Oria Arriba, you'll learn about traditional crafts and observe howler monkeys on the Rio Oria. The mountain village of Boquete will enchant you with coffee plantations and the chance to spot the rare Quetzal bird. The crowning glory will be the Caribbean island paradise of Bocas del Toro, with its crystal-clear waters and colourful coral reefs.
Your route at a glance
- Day 1: Arrival in Panama City
- Day 2: Partial transit of the Panama Canal and Panama City tour with Panama Viejo, Casco Antiguo and Miraflores Locks
- Day 3: Trip to El Valle de Antón, visit El Macho waterfall and La Piedra Pintada
- Day 4: El Valle - Butterfly Haven, Pozos Termales hot springs, onward to Las Tablas
- Day 5: Excursion to Natá de los Caballeros and Parita - Mask Making and Pollera Production
- Day 6: Village visit Oria Arriba with crafts, sugar cane mill and tobacco plantation
- Day 7: Relaxation at Playa Venao
- Day 8: Trip to Boquete via Las Tablas
- Day 9: Boquete Walking Tour with Hanging Bridges and Coffee Plantation
- Day 10: Visit Oreba Cacao Farm with Ngöbe Indigenous Women, travel to Almirante
- Day 11: Boat trip to Bocas del Toro, island hopping to Coral Cay and Red Frog Beach
- Day 12: Departure from Bocas del Toro
Highlights of this trip
- Panama Canal: Partial crossing of the famous canal and visit to the Miraflores Locks
- Panama City: Exploring Panama Viejo, Casco Antiguo and the modern Causeway
- El Valle de Antón: Largest inhabited volcanic crater with El Macho waterfall and hot springs
- Authentic villages Craftsmanship in Parita and traditional life in Oria Arriba
- Boquete: Cloud forest with Quetzal birds, suspension bridges, and coffee plantations
- Oreba Cacao Farm Organic cocoa production with Ngöbe indigenous women
- Bocas del Toro: Caribbean island paradise with snorkelling and dreamlike beaches
Services
Transfers and transport in comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles as well as boats as described; 11 nights in mid-range hotels as per the itinerary; Meals as described; German-speaking tour guide on days 3-7 and day 9 (from Oreba Chocolate Farm) and day 10, English-speaking guide on day 2 (on the boat) and day 8; All entrance fees; Detailed travel documentation.
- Transfers in air-conditioned vehicles
- 11 overnight stays in mid-range hotels
- Meals as per programme
- German-speaking tour guide
- All entrance fees
- Detailed travel documentation
This 12-day Panama round trip will show you the full diversity of the country between the Pacific and the Caribbean. From the modern capital to authentic mountain villages to paradisiacal islands, you will experience Panama in all its facets. The combination of culture, nature, and relaxation makes this trip an unforgettable experience. The trip starts every Friday from Panama City, and is guaranteed to run for as few as 2 people.
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