Colonial Panama: Culture, History, and Canal (5D/4N)

Multi-day trips Culture & history Tours Guided tours Landmarks & monuments Architecture Sightseeing UNESCO sites Private tours Educational activities Museums & exhibitions Archaeology

Discover the history of Panama with this multi-day guided tour. Visit the Canal, Panama Viejo, and Casco Antiguo while enjoying accommodation, transfers, and a tour guide included.

Highlights

  • This tour combines history, culture, and comfort in one package.
  • You will discover Panama: the Canal, Old Panama, and the Casco Antiguo, with an expert tour guide.
  • Accommodation is included, so you can enjoy your trip without any worries.
  • Ideal for those seeking a complete experience in just a few days.

Description

Embark on a 4-day journey that will transport you to the historical and cultural heart of Panama. Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to a centrally located hotel. The first day will offer free time to rest or explore the modern city. The second day begins with a visit to the ruins of Panama Viejo, the first Spanish city on the Pacific coast, founded in 1519 and destroyed by the pirate Henry Morgan. Tour its archaeological museum and climb the tower of the old cathedral to enjoy spectacular views. Then, continue to the Casco Antiguo, where cobblestone streets, colonial churches, and iconic squares tell centuries of history. You will visit places such as the Plaza Bolívar, the Metropolitan Cathedral, and the Altar de Oro, while a tour guide tells you the legends that shaped the city. The third day is reserved for exploring the Panama Canal, one of the wonders of modern engineering. You'll visit the Miraflores Visitor Center, where you'll see up close how giant ships pass through the locks. You'll also tour the interactive exhibition halls and enjoy a stop at the Amador Causeway, with breathtaking views of the canal, the city, and the Bridge of the Americas. Along the way, you'll visit the Handicraft Market to shop for local souvenirs. Throughout the package, you'll enjoy comfortable transportation, a professional bilingual tour guide, and accommodations with breakfast included. The experience offers a perfect balance of history, culture, comfort, and discovery.

Includes

4 nights' accommodation in 4* hotels with breakfast * Airport transfers * Tour to Panama Viejo and Casco Antiguo * Tour to the Panama Canal and Amador Causeway * Entrance fees to the Miraflores Visitor Center * Entrance fee to the Panama Viejo Visitor Center Traditional dinner at Sabor de Mi Patria Restaurant at Point Panama * Historical tour of San Lorenzo and Aguas Claras * Professional bilingual tour guide * Daily transportation with air conditioning * Tips

Important Information

  • This package is ideal for those who want to learn about Panama's history and culture without any hassle. It includes guided tours in Spanish or English, with everything organized so you don't have to make separate reservations. Just enjoy, we'll take care of the rest. The rate applies per adult according to the type of room chosen: Single room: 1 adult. Double room: 2 adults, or 2 adults + maximum 2 children under 12 years old. Triple or quadruple room: up to 4 people (adults or 3 adults + 1 child under 12 years old), with 2 beds. Important: If several people are traveling with different types of accommodation, please make a separate reservation for each type of room (for example, one reservation for a double room and another for a triple room, if applicable). This ensures correct allocation.

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