Panama City & Chiriqui

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Escape to colorful culture, amazing wildlife, and postcard-worthy landscapes. On this journey through Panama, you'll get a taste for local traditions, laid-back beach life, and adventurous jungle fever. Begin your journey in historic Panama City, home of the famous Panama Canal and the UNESCO-recognized ruins of Panama Viejo. Explore the city's vibrant neighb...
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Overview

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

Highlights

    • Discovery Boat Trip on the Gulf of Chiriqui

What's this trip about?

    Escape to colorful culture, amazing wildlife, and postcard-worthy landscapes. On this journey through Panama, you'll get a taste for local traditions, laid-back beach life, and adventurous jungle fever. Begin your journey in historic Panama City, home of the famous Panama Canal and the UNESCO-recognized ruins of Panama Viejo. Explore the city's vibrant neighborhoods, try authentic foodie favorites, and snag some crafty souvenirs at local markets. Next, you'll head to the rolling green hills of Boquete in Chiriqui! Hike along scenic trails, find hidden waterfalls, treat yourself to a coffee farm tour, and get your thrill on by rafting or ziplining. After a few days of adrenaline-pumping adventure, take it easy on the bright blue beaches of Boca Chica. Enjoy a discovery boat tour, visit picturesque islands, go snorkeling, and take way - way - too many photos.

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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

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Homestays & Cultural Immersion
  • Nature
  • Relaxing Retreat
  • Ruins & Archaeology
  • Sailing
  • Snorkeling
  • Swimming
  • Wildlife viewing

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 Enrique Malek International Airport (DAV)
    • 2 nights in Boquete at the Valle Escondido hotel, or similar
    • Transfer from Boquete to Boca Chica
    • 2 nights in Boca Chica at the Bocas del Mar hotel, or similar
    • Discovery Boat Tour (4-hours)
    • One-way economy class flight from Enrique Malek International Airport (DAV) 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!

Arrive in Panama City, the vibrant land of color and culture! Enjoy a comfortable transfer to your first luxurious accommodation. Once you're all settled, spend your first night exploring the city at your own pace.

Stroll through charming Casco Viejo, a h...

Day 2 Panama City

After breakfast, grab your camera and head to the famous Panama Canal! Watch in awe as ships transfer from lock to lock in order to pass through the Isthmus of Panama, which connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

In the afternoon, make your way to Pana...

Day 3 Panama City - Boquete

Energize with breakfast in the culture-packed city, then enjoy a comfortable transfer to Albrook Airport (PAC) for your flight to Chiriqui! Upon arrival in Chiriqui, meet your transfer and look out the window during the ride to your next accommodation.

Se...

Day 4 Boquete

Break out your inner adventurer today! Consider seeing Chiriqui's natural beauty from the seat of a whitewater raft, the back of a horse, the height of a hanging canopy bridge, or the bird's eye view of a zipline. You may want to check out the steamy Caldera Hot Springs or treat yourself to a tour of vast local coffee plantations!

Day 5 Boquete - Boca Chica

Wave goodbye to rolling greenery and say hello to blue-green waters and sparkling beaches. Boca Chica, here you come! Keep your eyes fixed out the window as you enjoy a scenic ride south to the coast.

Upon arrival in Boca Chica, settle into your oceanfro...

Day 6 Boca Chica

Set sail on an unforgettable boat tour through the Gulf of Chiriqui! Make stops at diverse islands, relax on pristine beaches, go snorkeling, and see amazing marine life. Enjoy the pleasant breeze, gaze out at amazing views, and take way too many photos. Did someone say new profile picture?

Day 7 Boca Chica - Panama City

Take one last look out at the bright blue ocean, then take your transfer to Enrique Malek International Airport (DAV). Enjoy a relaxing flight to Albrook Airport (PAC), then meet your transfer to your Panama City hotel. Live it up on your last night in the city! Go dancing, try tasty foods, and do tons of souvenir shopping.

Day 8 Depart Panama

Squeeze all your souvenirs into your luggage, then enjoy a convenient transfer to the airport. Board your plane and spend your comfortable flight home dreaming about your next adventure. 

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Last Updated: 11/7/2024

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  • Crowne Plaza Panama
  • Valle Escondido Resort Golf & Spa
  • Hotel Bocas del Mar
  • Crowne Plaza Panama
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