Panama City & Bocas del Toro

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Escape to music-filled streets, amazing architecture, tropical rainforests, and picture-perfect beaches. Immerse yourself in history, fun, and natural beauty on this spectacular Panama vacation package! Begin your journey in bustling Panama City, a colorful haven of culture, food, and history. Explore the ruins of UNESCO World Heritage Site Casco Viejo, then...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Enjoy the best of both worlds. Live it up in vibrant Panama City, then relax the days away on the beaches of Bocas del Toro.
    • See UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Panama Canal, and other historic landmarks.
    • Try the famous flavors of Panama! Treat yourself to authentic Panamanian favorites made of maize, plantains, yuca, sweet fruits, fresh seafood, and other local ingredients.
    • Hike through lush rainforests, wade through the crystal-clear waters of Starfish Beach, or go snorkeling!
    • Take advantage of your convenient airport transfers. A ride will always be waiting for you.

What's this trip about?

    Escape to music-filled streets, amazing architecture, tropical rainforests, and picture-perfect beaches. Immerse yourself in history, fun, and natural beauty on this spectacular Panama vacation package! Begin your journey in bustling Panama City, a colorful haven of culture, food, and history. Explore the ruins of UNESCO World Heritage Site Casco Viejo, then see the famous Panama Canal in action! Stroll through shop-lined neighborhoods and snag some crafty handmade souvenirs! The second leg of your trip will take place in sunny, sparkling Bocas del Toro. Feel soft sand under your feet, snorkel with sea turtles, and spot red starfish through the crystal clear waters. Treat yourself to a boat ride, a zipline adventure, or other adrenaline-pumping activities! 

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityPanama City
End CityPanama

Travel Themes

  • Local Immersion & Homestays
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Relaxing Retreats

Destinations

Attractions

  • Bocas Del Toro

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Ruins & Archaeology
  • Scuba diving
  • Snorkeling
  • Swimming

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare to Panama City (PTY)
    • All airport transfers
    • 2 nights in Panama City at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, or similar
    • One-way economy class flight from Albrook Airport (PAC) to Isla Colon Airport (BOC)
    • 3 nights in Bocas del Toro at the Playa Tortuga Hotel, or similar
    • One-way economy class flight from Isla Colon Airport (BOC) to Albrook Airport (PAC)
    • 1 night in Panama City at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, or similar
    • Breakfast daily

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Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Panama City!

Feel the lively spirit in the air as you land in culture-packed Panama City! Enjoy a comfortable transfer to your first luxurious hotel and check-in. After you're all settled, strap on your shoes and get exploring!

Spend your first day wandering through t...

Day 2 Panama City

Rejuvenate with an energizing breakfast, then get ready to experience hands-on history! Make your way to the famous Panama Canal. Watch in awe as boats pass through a series of locks to cross the Isthmus of Panama, which connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans...

Day 3 Panama City - Bocas del Toro

Indulge in a yummy breakfast, then hop in your transfer and head to the airport! Feel yourself flutter with excitement as you fly to breathtaking Bocas del Toro. Upon arrival, enjoy a convenient transfer to your next accommodation. Keep your eyes fixed out the car window - you won't want to miss the view!

Day 4 Bocas del Toro

Ahh, wake up in a sparkling paradise of pristine beaches, turquoise waters, and lush rainforests. Today, you might want to head to Starfish Beach, also known as Playa Estrella, and spot colorful starfish along the shore!

Consider snorkeling or scuba diving, and see adorable sea turtles and other marine life swim through the crystal clear waters of Bocas del Toro.

Day 5 Bocas del Toro

After a pleasant breakfast, walk outside to a tropical breeze and salty sea air. What's a better way to explore the area than from the seat of a bicycle? Consider renting a bike and ride along small cafe-lined roads until you reach Isla Colon or Bluff Beach! Tr...

Day 6 Bocas del Toro - Panama City

Wave goodbye to azure waves and soft white sand. Today you'll go full circle - take your transfer to the airport and enjoy a relaxing flight back to Panama City. Revisit your favorite sites, watch talented street performers, and snag some crafty souvenirs. Treat yourself to some authentic Panamanian empanadas, tortillas, and tamales!

Day 7 Depart Panama

Take in the vibrant streets of Panama for one last time as you head to Tocumen International Airport (PTY). Board your plane and spend your flight dreaming about your next adventure!

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Last Updated: 11/8/2024

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Accommodation

Crowne Plaza Panama

The Crowne Plaza Panama Hotel is a hotel in the financial district of Panama City. The hotel is located near banks, embassies, the University of Panama and few miles from first-class restaurants, casinos and great shopping. Pick up souvenirs from the Multiplaza Shopping Center or Albrook Mall; explore the Casco Viejo, the historic part of the city; catch a performance at the National Theater; or visit the Panama Canal.

After a long day of sightseeing, the hotel's facilities will help you relax. Enjoy a traditional Panamanian dish at the on-site La Galeria Restaurant, then grab a nightcap at the Memories Sports Bar & Lounge. Sweat it out at the fitness center followed by a dip in the outdoor pool.

Tropical Suites Hotel

Tropical Suites Hotel is a 4-star oceanfront hotel in the heart of Bocas del Toro. Explore white sand beaches, islands, rainforests, and walk to restaurants, shops and attractions straight from the hotel. Owned and operated by a Canadian expat, the hotel offers guests unparalled ocean views in the center of colorful, vibrant Bocas Town. Spacious and comfortable suites feature air conditioning, private balconies, quality furnishings and high-speed Wi-Fi. 24-hour front reception is happy to assist guests with tours, dining recommendations, and more.

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