Tour Overview
| Duration | 8 Days / 7 Nights |
|---|---|
| Country | Panama |
| Price From | $2,888 per person (twin share) |
| Tour Style | Private / Cultural-Historical |
| Data Source | AgateTravel — 2026 |
Itinerary Highlights
Day 1: Arrive Panama City
Airport pickup and transfer to hotel. Evening stroll along Cinta Costera. Overnight in Panama City.
Day 2: Panama Viejo & Casco Antiguo
Morning visit to Panama Viejo — ruins of the original city founded in 1519, sacked by Henry Morgan in 1671. Climb the cathedral tower for panoramic views. Afternoon explore Casco Viejo with its French and Spanish colonial architecture. Overnight in Panama City.
Day 3: Portobelo & Caribbean Coast
Drive to the Caribbean coast. Explore Portobelo, the legendary Spanish treasure port. Visit the Customs House, San Felipe Fortress, and the famous Black Christ statue. Learn about the Spanish gold trade route. Overnight in Portobelo/Colon.
Day 4: Fort San Lorenzo & Gatun Locks
Morning at Fort San Lorenzo — 16th-century Spanish fortress on a cliff overlooking the Caribbean. Afternoon visit the Agua Clara Locks, the newest expansion of the Panama Canal. Overnight in Panama City.
Day 5-6: San Blas Islands
Two full days in the San Blas archipelago. Stay in a traditional Guna cabana. Island-hopping, snorkeling, and cultural experiences with the Guna people. Learn about mola textile art. Fresh seafood daily.
Day 7: Return to Panama City
Return from San Blas. Afternoon visit to the Biodiversity Museum (Frank Gehry-designed building). Farewell dinner in Casco Viejo. Overnight in Panama City.
Day 8: Depart Panama City
Transfer to PTY airport. Safe travels!
Inclusions
- 7 nights accommodation (hotels + island cabana)
- Daily breakfast + meals in San Blas
- All transfers and boat transport
- English-speaking historical guide
- Fort San Lorenzo, Portobelo, and Panama Viejo entry fees
- San Blas permits and island hopping
Why This Tour
- 500 years of history — from Spanish conquistadors to the Canal era
- UNESCO World Heritage sites: Portobelo-San Lorenzo fortifications
- Contrast of Caribbean coast and Pacific city life
- Authentic indigenous experience in San Blas
