Best of Panama – Rainforest, Panama Canal & Beach

8 days • Air & land
8 days • Panama City/ Panama City
from $796 land only

Locally hosted
All departures guaranteed!

Your Travel Value Includes Scheduled round-trip flights when TRAVEL 360 issues the air tickets Round-trip airport transfers and private transfers between hotels Choice of hotels in twin-bedded rooms with private bath or shower Breakfast daily and all meals during your beach stay Services of an English-speaking local host Sightseeing as indicated in the itinerary including partial Panama Canal Transit and a Panama City tour Hotel Porter, taxes and service charges TRAVEL 360 flight bag and portfolio of travel documents

Itinerary

Day 1, Wed. ARRIVE PANAMA CITY, PANAMA / GAMBOA.
On arrival you are met and transferred to the Gamboa Rainforest Lodge, located on the Chagres River in Soberania National Park.

Days 2 & 3, Thu & Fri. GAMBOA.
Enjoy two exciting days to explore the fascinating jungles, lakes, rivers and rainforests of Panama. (B daily)

You have a wide selection of optional activities to choose from including:

• Pipeline Road Bird Watching Excursion: A morning hike through Soberania National Park
• Gatun Lake Wildlife Observation: Cruise Gatun Lake in search of wildlife
• Nocturnal Wildlife cruise: Cruise during the evening along the Chagres River and Gatun Lake seeking wildlife
• Aerial Tram and exhibits: Explore the rainforest with a bird’s-eye view as you ride along the rainforest canopy
• La Laguna Trail: Walk through the rainforest to learn of the flora in the region
• Las Cruses Trail: Head to the historic town of Las Cruces, then walk along the Casaya River and a forest ridge to the Las Cruces Trail, used to cross the Isthmus since the 16th century.

Day 4, Sat. GAMBOA / PANAMA CANAL / PLAYA BLANCA OR PLAYA BONITA.
Enjoy a full day partial transit* of the mighty and historic Panama Canal. Learn its history and cruise through the locks. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Afterward, a private transfer takes you from the Panama Canal to your choice of beach resorts. (B,D)

Decameron Beach Resort and Casino (F), Playa Blanca. This all-inclusive resort is set along a golden sand beach. All rooms feature air-conditioning, large balconies, and cable TV. There are two pools, and activities including watersports such as kayaking and windsurfing.

InterContinental Playa Bonita Resort and Spa (DLX), Playa Bonita. A brand new oceanfront resort (opened in 2005). All rooms feature an ocean view and balcony. There are three restaurants, two pools, and a 10,000 sq ft. holistic spa. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included during your stay. The hotel features 24-hour room service.

Days 5 & 6, Sun. & Mon. BEACH RESORT STAY.
Two full days to enjoy the amenities of your beach resort. There are plenty of optional activities (own expense) to choose from, including sport fishing, boat trips to the Pearl Islands, a visit to a cultural village, and much more. (B,L,D daily)

Day 7, Tue. BEACH RESORT / PANAMA CITY.
This morning head back to Panama City and enjoy a private tour of the historic colonial city. The balance of the day is free. (B)

Day 8, Wed. DEPART PANAMA CITY.
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. Extra nights are available in Panama City if you wish to extend your stay. (B)

 

TRAVEL 360 Hotels
GAMBOA - Gamboa Rainforest Lodge - standard room (F); Gamboa Rainforest Lodge - deluxe room (SF)
PLAYA BLANCA or PLAYA BONITA - Decameron Beach Resort and Casino (F); Playa Bonita InterContinental Resort and Spa (DLX)
PANAMA CITY - Crowne Plaza (F); InterContinental Miramar (SF)

 

 

 

Tour CBP Land Only Prices Per Person from   Twin Single Triple First Class $796 $1405 $709 Superior First Class $944 $1624 $806 Departs Wednesdays * The Partial Canal Transit is only available on Saturdays. If you prefer to travel on a different day of the week and would like to take the Partial Canal transit, we can modify the itinerary to suit your needs. Prices are based on a minimum of 2 passengers traveling. If traveling alone, a “Travel Alone” supplement may apply. Sample economy airfares are from $518-$741 and are valid from/to Miami. Airfares from other cities and U.S. departure taxes will be advised at the time of booking. Airfares and taxes are subject to change.