Our Panama Canal Trips & Vacation Packages

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Panama Canal Full Transit

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

This Panama City one-day tour takes you on the incredible journey from the Atlantic Ocean all the way to the Pacific Ocean, traversing two impressive locks via the manmade wonder that is the Panama Canal.

• See the Panama City skyline
• Learn the history of the canal

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from $276

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Panama Canal Partial Transit

½ Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Climb aboard and experience the "Eighth Wonder of the World" first hand as you transit through the Miraflores Locks to the Pacific Ocean.

• Transit through Miraflores Locks
• Learn the history of the canal

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from $308

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Explore Panama City

½ Day Itinerary

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Tour Panama City with a local guide, well versed in the history of the area. See a transit of the Panama canal and tour Casco Antiguo where the pirate Henry Morgan waged his attack in 1671.

• Tour the ruins of Panama La Vieja
• Watch a transit of the Panama Canal

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from $355

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San Lorenzo and Agua Claras Locks

1 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Visit Aguas Clara Visitor Center for stunning Gatun Lake views and marvel at the historic San Lorenzo Fort. Explore scenic landscapes, rich wildlife, and Panama Canal expansion highlights in one action-packed day.

• Visit historic San Lorenzo Fort
• Visit the Gatun Locks
• Witness Panama Canal expansion

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from $1,893

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Encounter Panama

7 Day Itinerary

Activity Level

Relaxed

Begin your Panama journey at the manmade marvel, the Panama Canal, and continue your travels into the region's tropical forests, visiting an indigenous community in Chagres National Park and exploring the ecology of Barro Colorado Island. This is a great introductory tour of Panama!

• Explore El Valle's forested trails
• Transit through the Panama Canal
• Enjoy the Gamboa Rainforest Resort
• Visit the Embera community

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from $3,787

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Caribbean Adventure

Tranquilo Bay - 9 Day Itinerary

Activities

Whitewater Rafting

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience the Caribbean from Costa Rica to Panama on this 9-day land-based adventure tour. Whitewater rafting and rainforest exploration along Costa Rica's Pacuare River combine with relaxation amidst the turquoise waters of Panama. Climb into the rainforest canopy, bask in the sunshine of Bocas del Toro, and snorkel & dive among the Caribbean reefs!

• Raft down the Pacuare River
• Hike into the jungle for a swim
• Marvel at the Panama Canal
• Snorkel, kayak, hike, or relax

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from $3,428

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Discover Panama

8 Day Itinerary

Activities

Ziplining, Rainforest Exploration, Biking

Activity Level

Easy Active

This 8-day hotel-based tour of Panama takes you from metropolitan Panama City, through the lowland tropical forest of Soberania National Park, snorkeling, kayaking, hiking, surfing, birding, and exploring Bocas del Toro & Tranquilo Bay, and finally to the Miraflores locks of the Panama Canal.

• Trek the lowland tropical forest
• Bike, hike, zipline, raft or relax
• See wildlife in natural habitats
• Explore Tranquilo Bay

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from $6,420

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Panama and Costa Rica by Sea: The Natural Wonders of Central America – with Smithsonian Journeys

Colon - Puntarenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

Starts / Ends

Colon / Puntarenas

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain to explore the natural wonders and cultural heritage of Panama and Costa Rica, including the white sands of Holandes Cayes, the iconic Panama Canal, and Panama City's historic Old Quarter.

• Discover San Blas
• Experience Panama Canal
• Explore Fuerte Amador
• Visit Darien National Park

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from $4,350

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Barbados to Panama

15 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

Starts / Ends

Bridgetown / Balboa

Activity Level

Variable

Starting at the Caribbean port of Bridgetown, this 15-day cruise aboard the Royal Clipper sails through the turquoise Caribbean waters en route to the Panama Canal, visiting Grenada, Bonaire, Curacao, Aruba, and Colombia along the way. Explore the tropical jungles, snorkel in vibrant reefs, immerse yourself in tribal culture, and marvel at the Panama Canal.

• Explore Bridgetown, Barbados
• Enjoy Grenada's unique aromas
• Discover Dutch colonial Curacao
• Transit the historic Panama Canal

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from $7,461

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Costa Rica and the Panama Canal

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration, Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Variable

Discover Costa Rica & Panama on this wonderful 8-day expedition cruise aboard the National Geographic Quest. Venture into remote wilderness and hike among monkeys, sloths, and tropical birds, explore idyllic islands, snorkel over a vibrant coral reef, and take an expedition landing craft cruise through mangroves.

• Observe animals in their habitat
• Kayak through magical mangroves
• Transit the historical Panama Canal
• Explore Gulf of Panama beaches

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from $4,240

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Barbados to Panama

Bridgetown - Balboa - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper

Starts / Ends

Bridgetown / Balboa

Activities

Wildlife Viewing

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 15-day cruise with Star Clipper from Bridgetown, Barbados, exploring the Caribbean’s rich culture and history, ending in Balboa, Panama. Visit stunning destinations like Tobago Cays, Grenada, and the San Blas Islands, and experience the Panama Canal.

• Explore Bridgetown’s heritage
• Discover St. George’s coastal views
• Admire Kralendijk’s marine life
• Wander Willemstad’s streets

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from $4,240

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Panama to Jamaica

Balboa - Montego Bay - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper

Starts / Ends

Balboa / Isla de Providencia

Activities

Snorkeling, Small Ship Sailing, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 15-day cruise from Balboa to Montego Bay aboard the Star Clippers, sailing through the Panama Canal and exploring cultural gems like Portobelo and Puerto Limon. Relax at sea and visit beautiful beaches in Bocas del Toro and the diving hotspots of George Town and Cayman Brac before concluding your journey in Jamaica.

• Explore Balboa’s architecture
• Transit Panama Canal’s locks
• Discover Portobelo’s Spanish forts
• Tour Puerto Limon’s markets

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from $9,230

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Secrets of Central America

Colón - Puntarenas - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

Starts / Ends

Colon / Puntarenas

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 11-day Secrets of Central America cruise and explore Panama and Costa Rica, starting at San Lorenzo’s Fort and traveling from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Visit the San Blas Islands, the Pearl Islands, Darien National Park, and cross the Panama Canal. Meet local communities, and discover the biodiversity of Rio Esquinas and Curú Nature Reserve.

• Discover National Parks
• Sail through the Panama Canal
• Encounter with Emberas tribe
• Visit San Blas archipelago

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from $4,350

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Panama to Antigua

15 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

Starts / Ends

Balboa / St. John's

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 15-day Royal Clipper cruise from Balboa, Panama, featuring a full Panama Canal transit and visits to the San Blas Islands, Cartagena, and the Caribbean gems of Aruba, Curacao, and Bonaire. Experience lush Grenada and volcanic St. Lucia, and finish your journey in Antigua, all while enjoying elegant sailing and stunning island views.

• Explore Balboa’s colonial charm
• Transit Panama’s iconic canal
• Discover San Blas culture
• Enjoy Aruba’s clear waters

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from $6,810

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Panama and Colombia: Exploring the Caribbean Coast

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

Starts / Ends

Panama City / Cartagena

Activities

Hiking, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Discover an astonishing trove of natural and cultural treasures as you navigate the Caribbean coasts of Panama and Colombia on this 8-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Quest. Sail from Panama City to Cartagena, with stops in Portobelo, Guna Yala, Archipelago, and more.

• Transit the Panama Canal
• Meet Indigenous people of Guna Yala
• Look for unique tropical wildlife
• See colonial architecture

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