Discover the treasures of Panama with a look at its namesake canal and beyond to bustling Panama City, the Gamboa rainforest, and Pacific Coast beautiful beachesExplore the modern metropolis of Panama City from its colonial old center to its modern restaurants and cafésWitness the magnificent Miraflores Locks of the famed Panama CanalTake in the natural beauty of Gamboa Rainforest via Aerial TramEnjoy days at leisure at the spectacular Westin Playa Bonita Beach Resort and its surrounding areasRest, relax, and bask blissfully on Playa Bonita just steps from the resort’s pool
Itinerary
Day
1
PANAMA CITY
Transfer from the International Airport to your hotel in Panama City. The rest of the day is yours to delve into Panama City at your leisure. Take some time to stroll the Old Town of Panama City. Savor flavorful local cuisine in Panama City’s restaurants. Sit for a spell and take-in the ambiance at an open air café or enjoy some live music at one of the many bars. The options abound!
Day
2
PANAMA CITY
After breakfast, your half day tour takes you to the most interesting places in the city. You will see the Casco Antiguo, the oldest sector of modern Panama City, founded in 1673, a UNESCO world heritage site. Stroll through Plaza de Francia (French Plaza) near the bayside, and see various monuments in recognition of the French effort to build a canal in Panama. Then we head to the Miraflores Locks/Panama Canal: Here you will witness the magnificent Miraflores Locks. (B)
Day
3
PANAMA CITY I GAMBOA
After breakfast, transfer from Panama City to Gamboa Rainforest Resort. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. (B)
Day
4
GAMBOA
After breakfast, experience the verdant Gamboa Rainforest via Aerial Tram. Take a 20 minute ride through the rainforest and learn about the flora and fauna of this tropical paradise. Once atop of the hill, get to the 10-level spiral ramp observation tower. From here you have breathtaking views of the Chagres River, part of the Panama Canal, the Emberá Indian Village, and the Town of Gamboa surrounded by abundant vegetation and sky that frames the majestic landscape. (B)
Day
5
GAMBOA I PLAYA BONITA
Transfer from Gamboa Rainforest Resort to Westin Playa Bonita. Enjoy days at leisure at this spectacular resort and its surrounding areas. Bask in the sun along Playa Bonita, just steps from the resort’s pool area. This private beach for hotel guests features lounge chairs, beach cabanas, and more. Exciting on property activities abound as well as optional excursions to further explore Miraflores Locks, the Emberá Indian Village or Gamboa rainforest. (B)
Day
6
GAMBOA I PLAYA BONITA
Transfer from Gamboa Rainforest Resort to Westin Playa Bonita. Enjoy days at leisure at this spectacular resort and its surrounding areas. Bask in the sun along Playa Bonita, just steps from the resort’s pool area. This private beach for hotel guests features lounge chairs, beach cabanas, and more. Exciting on property activities abound as well as optional excursions to further explore Miraflores Locks, the Emberá Indian Village or Gamboa rainforest. (B)
Day
7
GAMBOA I PLAYA BONITA
Transfer from Gamboa Rainforest Resort to Westin Playa Bonita. Enjoy days at leisure at this spectacular resort and its surrounding areas. Bask in the sun along Playa Bonita, just steps from the resort’s pool area. This private beach for hotel guests features lounge chairs, beach cabanas, and more. Exciting on property activities abound as well as optional excursions to further explore Miraflores Locks, the Emberá Indian Village or Gamboa rainforest. (B)
Day
8
PLAYA BONITA I PANAMA CITY TO USA (OR EXTEND YOUR STAY)
Transfer to Panama City to board your flight back home. (B)