Essence Of Panama

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Panama City

Pass By: Panama City, Panama City, Panama Province
Upon arrival to Panama a representative of Panama Trails will pick you up at the airport and transfer you to your city hotel for your first night in Panama.
Panama City is the capital and largest city in the country. It is home to a diverse blend of cultures and an enormous historical sector in the Old City. The lively and vibrant banking district on the other hand is very modern and often compared to Miami. Panama City is a thrilling location you will surely enjoy dur-ing your visit to this gorgeous country.


No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight at Tryp Panama Centro , Standard Room,

Day 2: Shared Partial Canal Transit

Stop At: Panama Canal, Panama City Panama
Transfer from your hotel to Flamenco Marina, the partial transit starts with a motor coach ride for 45 minutes to the town of Gamboa where the Panama Canal Dredging Division is located. Once in Gamboa, you will aboard the cruise ship to start the water portion of the tour. You will enter the canal at the north end of the Gaillard Cut, where the Chagres River flows into the Canal. Day 02 Shared Partial Canal Transit
Transfer from your hotel to Flamenco Marina, the partial transit starts with a motor coach ride for 45 minutes to the town of Gamboa where the Panama Canal Dredging Division is located. Once in Gamboa, you will aboard the cruise ship to start the water portion of the tour. You will enter the canal at the north end of the Gaillard Cut, where the Chagres River flows into the Canal.
Once in the Pacific Ocean the vessel will sail to the beautiful Flamenco Marina where you disembark. On the way to Flamenco, you will pass under the Bridge of the Americas

Duration: 6 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: Overnight at Tryp Panama Centro

Day 3: Panama City - David - Boquete

Stop At: Boquete, Boquete, Chiriqui Province
In the morning you will be transferred to the domestic airport in Panama City to fly to David. Upon arrival to David our representative will pick you up and bring you to Boquete.
Enjoy spring-like weather all year round!!

Tucked away on the eastern slopes of Barú Volcano at 1200 meters is the small and charming mountain village of Boquete. Known to produce some of the sweetest oranges and richest coffees in all of Panama, Boquete is quickly becoming a destination for those visitors seeking the sunniest though cool mountain weather.
Check in at the beautiful & charming historic Panamonte Inn, The rest of the day is free at leisure.

Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Panamonte Inn , deluxe terraza room

Day 4: Giant Millenary Quercus Hike

Stop At: Volcan Baru National Park, Boquete Panama
This amazing hike begins in a Nature Reserve that belongs to Baru Volcano National Park, it retraces the steps of pre-Columbian Indians into a remote virgin cloud forest, surrounding the perimeter of Baru Volcano, habitat of 5 of the most ancient trees in Panama. During the hike you will have the experience of visiting the enormous Quercus Trees that survived a volcano eruption 800 years ago. These magnificent millenary trees grow naturally throughout primary forests of Panama and Costa Rica. The trail parallels Quebrada La Mina, a gorgeous creek that meanders through the ridges and valleys above Boquete. With more than 220 bird species native to the area, including the elusive Resplendent Quetzal, birding opportunities abound. During the hike, you will also have great possibilities to spot mammals such as howler monkeys, white faced capuchins and two
Duration: 4 hours

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Panamonte Inn , deluxe terraza room

Day 5: Boquete - Bocas del Toro

Stop At: Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro, Bocas del Toro Province
You will be taken from Boquete to Isla Colon on the paradisiacal Bocas del Toro archipelago. This transfer starts with a lovely 3 ½ hour drive through the highlands and down to the Caribbean coast where you board a boat to Bocas del Toro.

Isla Colon is the largest and most developed island of the archipelago. It is home to the provincial capital of Bocas del Toro, a colorful town made of wooden houses built in the early 20th century. Isla Colon serves as a convenient hub for exploring the archipelago as water taxis can bring you away to remote beaches and magnificent snorkeling sites. The appeal of Bocas is basically slowing down and soaking up the Caribbean vibes

Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Hotel Bocas del Toro, Premium town balcony room

Day 6: Free Day in Bocas del Toro

Stop At: Bocas Town, Bocas Town, Isla Colon, Bocas del Toro Province
Free day at leisure to spend in Bocas del Toro. Take advantage of this free day and participate in one of the optional tours such as snorkeling, dolphin watching, hiking or just relax at the beach.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Hotel Bocas del Toro, Premium town balcony room

Day 7: Bocas del Toro - Panama City

Stop At: Panama City, Panama City, Panama Province
Local flight from Bocas del Toro back to Panama City. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your city hotel for your last night in Panama City. Enjoy an evening out in the vibrant and lively capital often com-pared to Miami.
Duration: 1 day

Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Overnight at Tryp Panama, Standard Room

Day 8: Departure

Pass By: Tocumen, Panama City, Panama
You will be transferred to the Tocumen Airport for your international flight back home.
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Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.