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This is not a rushed or generic city tour. It is a private, well-structured itinerary designed to show Panama City’s most important highlights in a logical and comfortable sequence. We guarantee you: * A clear route covering Panama City’s essential landmarks * Enough time at each stop without feeling rushed * A scheduled visit to the Panama Canal with real chances to see ships transit * Safe, carefully selected areas only * A comfortable pace adapted to your time and energy * Professional guidance throughout the tour * An organized experience with no logistics to manage on your own

If you’ve just landed in Panama City or have limited time on a stopover or shore excursion, this tour ensures you hit the highlights in just half a day. Choose between a private or a small-group tour to suit your needs and budget; either way, you get your guide’s personalized attention as you tour the unmissable Panama Canal, Amador Causeway, historic Casco Viejo, and elsewhere.

Take a break from Panama City and head to the Caribbean coast of Panama, to the beautiful San Blas Islands. Traveling by boat, check out a shipwreck and natural swimming pool, and enjoy the tropical scenery and atmosphere. Your tour includes activities—kayaking, paddle boarding, snorkeling, and more—and round-trip road and boat transport, with hotel pickup and drop-off. Refuel with a tasty included lunch, too, such as fresh fish and rice.

Journey through the Panama Canal's Pedro Miguel and Miraflores Locks aboard the Pacific Queen. Depart Panama City, then board a boat for a trip through the canal's impressive locks. Entering through the Miraflores and Pedro Miguel locks, observe the impressive feats of engineering that make this passage possible. Learn about the canal's construction and consistent maintenance through your guide's informative commentary. Cruise back to your departure point, admiring views of Panama City's skyline before disembarking in Gamboa.

Discover Panama City on two wheels during this bike tour. Follow your guide around the history-rich Casco Viejo Old Town on this highlights tour that helps you get your bearings in Panama’s capital. Listen to local stories and get recommendations on where to eat and shop along the way. Perfect for guests who want to get an overview of Panama City, with the opportunity to take plenty of pictures along the way.

What sets us apart: Cool Comfort: Travel in modern, spotless vehicles with powerful Air Conditioning—your private sanctuary from the tropical heat. Stay Refreshed: Don't worry about the humidity; we provide complimentary cold bottled water throughout the entire tour to keep you hydrated. Weather-Ready: Panama’s sun is bright and rain can be unpredictable. We provide complimentary umbrellas to keep you comfortable, rain or shine. Expert Storytellers: You won’t just see landmarks; you’ll discover their secrets through our expert bilingual guides. Book your spot today and let’s turn an ordinary day into a lifelong memory!

Travel between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans during this full-day tour of the Panama Canal. With your local guide, explore the canal by sea and on foot, viewing the ships passing through the locks and the variety of plant and animal life on the canal's shores. Explore Gatun Lake, home to howlers, capuchins, tamarins, and many more animals. Stop at the Agua Clara Locks Visitor Center to get an overview of the canal's history through informative displays and exhibits. Explore San Lorenzo National Park and Fort San Lorenzo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy a picnic lunch. All activities, entrance fees, lunch, and round-trip transportation from Panama City hotels are included.

Experience Panama's rainforest and biodiversity just a short distance from the city. A great experience for birdwatcher, nature lover and wildlife photographer. Panama has more than 1000 reported species of birds and Pipeline Road on The Soberania National Park has reported 400 of those species.

See the highlights of Panama City on a full-day shore excursion that visits the Miraflores Locks and the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Casco Viejo (Old Town). Get close views of the Panama Canal from the viewing platforms, stop into the visitor's center, and follow your guide on a walking tour of the Old Town.

Make the most of a short stay in Panama with an all-inclusive day trip to the stunning San Blas Islands from Panama City. Transfers (overland and by boat), meals, and activities are all included, as well as the entrance fees to Guna Yala Territory. Swim or snorkel in the shallow natural swimming pools, relax on the white-sand beaches, and visit quiet destinations that aren’t full of tour groups.

Hike in a dormant volcano and visit a scenic mountain village on a full-day, active trip to El Valle from Panama City that includes pickup and drop-off at centrally-located hotels. Go off the typical tourist trail as you explore local wildlife and plants at a botanical garden, swim in a jungle waterfall, soak in a natural thermal pool, and visit the colorful handicraft market before returning to Panama City.

As a popular connecting site for travel to North America and South America, Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is a destination many visitors will stop at. Instead of spending hours sitting in the airport, use this layover tour to see Panama City’s popular attractions. You’ll visit the city’s historical district, admire the skyline from the Amador Causeway, and spend time at the Panama Canal before getting back to the airport with plenty of time before your flight.

Explore the Pacific side of the Panama Canal on a private tour designed to understand its history and operation clearly. It’s not just about watching boats, it’s about understanding how the canal works in real time as you witness vessels transiting the locks at Miraflores Visitor Center. Also, tour the old Canal Zone and learn about the history behind the Torrijos-Carter Treaties. Enjoy spectacular views from the Amador Causeway and get to know the Panama Canal Administration Building, the Bridge of the Americas, the Centennial Bridge and the Culebra Cut. The experience is complemented by the IMAX film narrated by Morgan Freeman, connecting each story with what you’re watching live. Ideal for : families, couples, group of friends, seniors and travelers in stopover. Attention: Miraflores Visitor Center is under renovation until 2027. The experience includes IMAX and the viewpoint overlooking the transit of boats.

Make the most of the cool morning air by joining a small-group walking tour to the top of Ancon Hill. If you want to get active in Panama City, early morning is the best time to do it. Climb the hill in time for sunrise, looking out for wildlife like sloths, toucans, and monkeys along the way. Stop for refreshing fruit and juice while admiring the view, then return to the city for a hearty Panamanian breakfast.

Enjoy the highlights of old and modern Panama City on this convenient day tour. The itinerary includes all the must-visit sites across the city, including the impressive Panama Canal, the atmospheric Casco Viejo old town, and the new Causeway that offers impressive views of the skyscraper-studded skyline. First-time visitors to Panama City, and those short on time, will love this tour.

After a long, tiring flight, the sight of a driver holding a sign with your name on it is always welcome. Save yourself time and hassle after arriving at the airport with this private transfer to resorts in Playa Blanca. Alternatively, pickups are available from Panama City hotels or other locations. Your driver will help with your luggage and you can enjoy the view or relax on the drive to your destination.

Take a partial transit cruise on the Panama Canal and journey through the Miraflores Locks. Marvel at this incredible feat of engineering as your ship is raised up to 54 feet (16 meters), enabling Pedro Miguel's lake to fill the chambers where the vessel is locked. On this half-day trip, enjoy Panama City sights and travel along Amador Causeway during the drive from your hotel.

Discover Panama City by Night – A Captivating Evening Tour This isn’t just a city drive — it’s a carefully curated experience that reveals the magic of Panama City after dark. Enjoy panoramic viewpoints with breathtaking skyline views and photo stops, then take a guided walk through the charming Old Quarter (Casco Antiguo). Wander along cobblestone streets lined with colorful colonial buildings, explore historic plazas like Plaza de Francia and Plaza Bolívar, and admire centuries-old churches such as the Metropolitan Cathedral and San José with its famous Golden Altar. Feel the city’s vibrant spirit as cafés, rooftops, and bars come alive with music and culture. Along the way, stop at iconic sites like the Cinta Costera and Amador Causeway for stunning night views. With friendly bilingual guides, comfortable transportation, and small groups or private service, this tour blends history, culture, and panoramic beauty into one unforgettable evening in Latin America’s most dynamic capital.

We know you have options, but here's why our tour stands out as the safest, most personalized, and stress-free experience in Panama: 100% Certified Local Guide: Unlike other tours where you are just dropped off, you will be accompanied every step of the way by a professional guide certified by the Panama Tourism Authority (ATP). Double-Layered Travel Safety (Extra Passenger Insurance): Your safety is our absolute priority. Our modern, air-conditioned transport is equipped not only with standard vehicle insurance but also with specialized passenger seat insurance, that covers every individual on board. You can sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride with total peace of mind. Personalized, Full-Time Assistance: From the moment we pick you up until we drop you off, I am there to assist you with anything you need. The Perfect Seamless Combo: We handle all the logistics, timing, and navigation so you can maximize your day.

Whether you’re visiting Panama for business or pleasure, having a driver meet you when you arrive is reassuring. Save yourself the hassle of waiting for a taxi after a long flight and be driven straight to your hotel within the city limits. The service operates around the clock so is ideal if you arrive at night or early in the morning.

Embark on an unforgettable journey through one of the world's engineering marvels: The Panama Canal. Our tour will take you to both the visitor centers, Aguas Claras' new set of locks, and the original Gatun set of locks. Both are located on the Caribbean side of the canal. Witness the canal's operations firsthand and marvel at the striking contrast between the two sets of locks and be captivated by them. In the second half of our tour, prepare to be immersed in the lush beauty of the rainforest, teeming with vibrant flora and fauna. We'll make our way through the remnants of Sherman's former military base, an American jungle operation training center, until we arrive at the stunning San Lorenzo Fort, also known as San Lorenzo Castle. This UNESCO World Heritage site, perched at the entrance of the majestic Chagres River, offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea that will leave you speechless. Join us for this remarkable adventure and create memories that will last a lifetime!

Combine two of the most popular day trips from Panama City, Panama into one day of adventure. This small-group tour includes a boat ride on Lake Gatun, which is part of the Panama Canal, and a visit to Soberania National Park and an indigenous village.

Embera tour is an unique experience that combines the visit to one of the main indigenous group in Panama and having contact with the amazing nature in the Central-American rainforest. After picking you up at your hotel, we will go to Alajuela Lake where we will board a ¨piragua¨, a traditional indigenous boat, heading to the Canyon in the Chagres River. Later we will go to Tusipono Embera, a small traditional village located in the bank of the Chagres River in the middle of the rainforest. The Emberas will show their traditions, their way of dressing and how they elaborate their handcrafts. They will perform their traditional dances and music and we will have time for interacting directly with them. We will enjoy lunch prepared by the Embera community.

Explore Panama’s capital city without spending hours planning on this private tour. Travel in private transport between Panama City’s landmarks and popular sights, including a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Amador Causeway, and the Panama Canal. This tour is ideal for seeing multiple city highlights in a short amount of time, while also learning about local history.