The land that united the oceans is now yours to discover. You'll see the diversity of Panama's landscapes, feel the warm hospitality of her people and take a trip on the Canal that changed world history.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 - Panama City

Board your flight for Panama City today. A Go Ahead representative will greet you and help you transfer to your hotel.

Day 2 - Gamboa Rain Forest

Board a yacht for your short cruise to Taboga Island. After a brief Tour Director-led introduction you’ll have the rest of the morning free to discover the “Island of Flowers.” You might visit the whitewashed Church of St. Peter, one of the oldest churches in the hemisphere. Conquistador Francisco Pizarro built a home here after his conquest of Peru, and you may wish to visit the mansion’s ruins. Taboga was once a favorite hiding place for pirates, and in 1998, a massive treasure trove of more than 1,000 silver coins from the 17th century was unearthed. After an included lunch, you’ll return aboard your yacht to Panama City. From here, you’ll transfer inland to the luxurious Gamboa Rainforest Resort on the edge of Soberania National Park. Tonight, meet your fellow travelers at an included Welcome Dinner.
Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 3 - Gamboa Rain Forest

This morning, explore the rainforest on a leisurely hike. Keep your eyes peeled for some of the hundreds of varieties of birds, howler monkeys and colorful flora all around you. This afternoon, you’ll get a glimpse of life in an indigenous community. The Embera tribe has lived in these jungles for thousands of years, and today, their lands are protected by government mandate. Known as the “keepers of the rainforest,” the Embera live in harmony with nature. You’ll discover the simplicity of the Embera way of life during a visit to a nearby village. Lunch is included during your visit.
Included meals: breakfast, lunch

Day 4 - Anton Valley

Before you say goodbye to the Gamboa Rainforest today, board an aerial tram for panoramic views of the forest and the confluence of the Panama Canal and the Chagres River. You’ll also have free time to explore self-guided exhibits including a butterfly garden, an aquarium and an orchid sanctuary. Then, transfer to the Anton Valley, a quiet escape known for its beautiful flowers.
Included meals: breakfast

Day 5 - Farallon

Join a guided tour of the town of El Valle, including the Nispero Zoo, the Mozas waterfalls and a unique set of “square” trees. After lunch at a local restaurant, you’ll transfer to the tranquil town of Farallon, located on a white sand beach on Panama’s Pacific Coast.
Included meals: breakfast, lunch

Day 6 - Panama City

Enjoy a free morning to swim and relax on the beach before traveling back to Panama City today. Upon arriving in the capital, embark on a guided tour starting in Casco Viejo, Panama City’s colonial core. Founded in 1519, Panama City served as the base of Spain’s operations to conquer South America. The town grew rapidly thanks to its status as a port-of-call for the Spanish Treasure Fleet, the annual convoy of galleons that shipped gold and silver from the New World to Spain. The wealth of the Treasure Fleet led to the creation of Casco Viejo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where you’ll visit the Plaza de Francia, a memorial dedicated to the French laborers who lost their lives in the first failed attempt to dig the Panama Canal. You’ll also stop in at the Church of San Jose, where you’ll marvel at a gorgeous golden altar; the seaside Las Bovedas (“The Vaults”), once a colonial prison and now a lively promenade; and the Metropolitan Cathedral, where gleaming white towers stand in contrast to the weatherworn colonial masonry of the church’s façade.

After free time for lunch, you’ll discover the Canal that revolutionized world travel and helped Panama go from colony to independent nation. The visitor’s center will introduce you to the dream of building a Canal, the failed attempts of the French and the triumph of the Canal’s completion. Then, standing at the Miraflores Locks, you might catch a glimpse of a ship crossing from one ocean to another. Tonight, join an optional Folklore Show and Dinner where you’ll taste authentic Panamanian cuisine and enjoy traditional folk dances.
Included meals: breakfast

$55 USD

Folklore Show and Dinner Immerse yourself in the culture and folklore of Panama during a traditional dinner at Restaurante Las Tinajas. The word tinajas refers to the earthen jugs early Panamanians used to keep drinking water cool and fresh; at Las Tinajas, you’ll savor an authentic Panamanian experience. Dine on regional specialties and enjoy an included show highlighting the rich heritage of European and Native American cultures. You’ll see dancers in full polleras, the colorful skirts that remain the national costume of Panama. You might also see the colorful robes and fearsome masks of the famous Diabolicos Sucios dancers.

Day 7 - Panama City

Panama’s Caribbean coast opens its doors for you this morning. You’ll board a train bound for Colon City and the Caribbean coast. In Colon, board a bus for the coastal village of Portobelo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site once home to a famous fair during the days of the Spanish Treasure Fleet. Your Tour Director will introduce you to the town whose deep natural harbor made it a natural choice for the Treasure Fleet. The town grew rich on gold and silver, but the city’s newfound wealth made it a popular target for pirates and privateers. In 1668, Captain Henry Morgan led a formidable armada against Portobelo’s Spanish garrison. The defenders proved no match for Morgan’s forces, and though the town was sacked, the ruined forts still stand as a microcosm of Spain’s rise and fall in the New World. After an included lunch, return to Panama City by bus this afternoon.
Included meals: breakfast, lunch

Day 8 - Panama City

Head to the port of Balboa this morning for a partial transit of the Panama Canal. Nearly 15,000 vessels pass through these waters every year, and during your voyage, you’ll get a first-hand glimpse of a waterway that fundamentally changed the course of world politics, economics and travel. The Canal cuts through dense jungle, so you may see exotic wildlife from the deck of your ship. You’ll pass through the Miraflores and Pedro Miguel Locks and enjoy lunch aboard your ship. Tonight, savor a Farewell Dinner with your fellow travelers.
Included meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 9 - Panama City

Transfer to the airport for your flight home.