Panama and Costa Rica Vacation

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This trip combines the idyllic and diverse landscapes of Panama City with the charming city of San Jose, Costa Rica. You'll have 6, 7 or 8 nights to explore these cultural gems

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Panama has a range of landscapes to explore including the city, canal and the Caribbean.
    • Visit the famous Panama Canal and Miraflores Locks- a staple in Panama’s culture & history.
    • The Arenal Volcano’s perfectly symmetrical shape makes it a sightseer’s dream.
    • The U.S. dollar is Panama’s official currency.
    • The Celeste River combines the Buenavista River and Sour Creek forming a distinctive turquoise color you won’t want to miss.

What's this trip about?

    This trip combines the idyllic and diverse landscapes of Panama City with the charming city of San Jose, Costa Rica. You'll have 6, 7 or 8 nights to explore these cultural gems

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityPanama City
End CityCosta Rica

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • National Parks
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

  • Central America
  • Costa Rica

Attractions

  • Arenal Volcano

Activities

  • Bird watching
  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • Nature

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare to Tocumen Airport (PTY) and from Juan Santamaria Airport (SJO)
    • 3 nights in Panama City at the Radisson Decapolis Hotel
    • One-way economy class airfare from Panama City, Panama to San Jose, Costa Rica
    • 3 nights in San Jose at the Best Western Irazu Hotel & Casino (breakfast daily)

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Day 1: Welcome to Panama City!

Accommodation: Check In - Radisson Decapolis

Upon arrival, you'll take a cab to the Radisson Decapolis, your home for the duration of this trip. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. You will be conveniently located in the El Cangrejo area, very close to Panama City's financial district.

Day 2: Panama City

From your hotel, you will enjoy fantastic connectivity throughout the city via the nearby metro station and easy access to Tocumen International Airport, just 14 miles away. Extensive shopping and dining opportunities and popular Panama attractions, including the Pana...

Day 3: Panama City

Use today to visit the Miraflores Visitor Center which after almost 100 years still attracts visitors from across the globe. The Miraflores Visitor Center is the place to see how the Panama Canal works. From the observation decks, you can watch the lock gates open and...

Day 4: Panama City - San Jose, Costa Rica

Accommodation: Check In - Best Western Irazu Hotel & Casino

Relax on a quick one-way flight to Costa Rica. Upon arrival, you can begin the second leg of your adventure! The remainder of the day will be at your leisure.

Day 5: San Jose

We suggest visiting the Arenal Volcano. Stop along the way at the La Paz Waterfalls Gardens, an ecological theme park with beautiful waterfalls, a hummingbird garden and Costa Rica’s largest butterfly garden! The mighty Arenal Volcano will welcome you with its impress...

Day 6: San Jose

Home to over half the country's population, San Jose is a bustling city with lively markets, interesting museums and a colorful atmosphere. A good place to start exploring is the main plaza. Artisan booths are common here, so you never know when an art fair will pop u...

Day 7: Depart Costa Rica

Depart Costa Rica today from Juan Santamaria Airport.

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Price From $1,151
Price per day$164
Last Updated: 8/2/2018

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

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Accommodation

,Check in - Radisson Decapolis Panama city, panama The Radisson Decapolis Hotel Panama City boasts an unbeatable location just minutes from the world-famous Panama Canal, and only steps from premier downtown attractions, restaurants and shopping destinations. It is connected to the Majestic Casino and Multicentro Shopping Mall via a suspended glass walkway, and close to the Museo del Canal Interoceanico, the San Jose Cathedral and the Parque Natural Metropolitano. A tropical oasis awaits at the Radisson Decapolis Panama City, an award-winning hotel boasting excellent on-site dining, a full-service spa, and spacious, generously outfitted accommodations. Accented by a chic, modern design and local Panamanian art, it boasts 240 spacious and elegant guestrooms with Spectacular Ocean or city views, an outdoor glass-bottom pool and whirlpool, world-class Aqua Spa and fully equipped fitness center, gourmet cuisine and much more. Check In - Best Western Irazu Hotel & Casino San Jose, Costa Rica This San Jose, Costa Rica hotel provides comfortable accommodations, superb customer service and a centralized location. The Best Western Irazu Hotel & Casino is located in the Central region of downtown San Jose, Costa Rica. It is near major attractions and only 15 minutes away from The San Jose International Airport (SJO).
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All Payments are non-transferable and non-refundable except that for flights to/from the United States, you may cancel the ticketed reservation without penalty and receive a refund provided that you cancel the reservation within 24-hours after making it, if the reservation is made one week or more prior to a flight's departure. non-refundable  All tours will incur a $50 fee per change to any land components plus any additional incurred costs. For air changes penalties vary. Minimum fee for changes to airline reservations is $100 per person per segment. Spelling corrections to clients’ names after tickets have been issued are subject to airline change fees. If documents have been issued a shipping fee will apply to send revised travel documents. Changes made inside of 45 days are considered a cancellation. Fees are subject to adjustment at any time at the Operator’s discretion. If you are booked in a double or twin room and your roommate cancels, you will be responsible for the single supplement. Name changes and transfers of reservations are not permitted.

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