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Itinerary:
DAY ONE
Arrive at Tocumen International & met by our
representative.
Ground transfer to your Hotel (Hotel Package you
pre-select)
Includes: Transfer, escort, hotel + tax, breakfast
provided by the hotel.
Not included: Gratuities, mini bar, and additional
amenities in your Hotel & Room. Dinner is not
included unless specified in your package.
DAY TWO
9:00 am Pickup at
hotel for the Panama City and the Panama Canal.
Visit Old Panama, the first Spanish colony in the
Pacific of the Americas, then we will travel through
Panama’s Banking District, with over 98 banks, to
the second city of Panama -- Colonial Panama or
Casco Antiguo. Colonial Panama dates from 1673,
right after the Panama’s first city was ransacked by
the notorious pirate Henry Morgan. We will walk
around the complex ruins of the fortification of San
Felipe. You will get a feeling of New Orleans,
without Bourbon Street. Narrow, cobblestone streets
lined with French Colonial Building, all with
balconies.
Before lunch, we’ll visit Amador Causeway, one of
the most scenic locations in Panama City. We’ll stop
at Isla Flamenco for some duty free shopping and
pictures
12:30 pm Lunch at one of our favorite local Café’ or
Restaurants
(Max $10 per person allowed for meals).
1:30 pm Tour continues thru the old Canal Zone,
residential area, and along former U.S. Military
bases to the Miraflores Visitor Center and Museum.
4:30 pm Depart for the Historic Balboa YMCA Arts and
Crafts. Walk & shop among vendors representing all
the indigenous groups in Panama. Bring small bills
for bargaining.
5:30 pm Arrive Hotel
7:00 pm Pick up for dinner at Las Tinajas, located
in downtown Panama City. You’ll enjoy a dinner of
local favorites & International Cuisine, while
entertained with dancing & music typical of Panama.
Includes: Guide, driver, air-conditioned van or bus,
sodas, juice & water, entrances fees, and $10 max
lunch consumption. Dinner & cocktail included ($35
per person max).
Not included: Tips, lunch cost over $10 per person.
Additional drinks & tips at dinner over the $35 per
person.
NOTE: Can be a late night (10:00 pm to 12:00 am)
DAY THREE
8:00 am Pickup for a relaxing day in the highlands
of Panama,
El Valle de Anton Tour is located in an extinct
volcano crater, Volcan Gaital. This largest extinct
volcano in Central America erupted 2.8 million years
ago.
On our trip to El Vale, you’ll get an opportunity to
experience Panama life in the country side, known as
the Highlands or Interior. Life is much different
here, the people are friendly & warm representing
many cultures. You’ll travel from the bay of Panama
into the mountains in less than 2 hours. Along the
way, we’ll see roadside vendors selling their crafts
& farm products. Short stops to shop can be made, we
recommend on the return trip. Trip is a short,
scenic 2 hours.
10:00 am Arrival in the Valle of Anton. We’ll stop
for snacks and the restroom. Then, we are off to El
Macho, a breathtaking trail, waterfall & Canopy
Tour. The Canopy Adventure is an additional cost,
and there are health & weight restrictions.
11:30 am Return to village for lunch (Local Café’) &
shopping at the Local Artisan Market. Recommend:
Small bills for shopping & bargaining with vendors
is ok.
1:00 pm We go across town to visit the Nispero Zoo &
Biological Park.
Here you’ll experience large variation of orchids,
plants & trees native to Panama. There is a
well-kept preserve of Panama’s wildlife. A well laid
out trail. Caution: Those with knee, angel or hip
injuries should consider this adventure with
caution, many roots & dips along this natural trail.
2:15 pm Depart for visit relaxing visit to the Hot
Springs & Botanical Garden. Get a cleansing mud
bath, hot natural shower or just relax your feet in
the hot spring water.
3:30 pm Depart for Panama City, with a short stop to
view & take photos of the Sleeping Indian Princess.
We’ll share the legend of the sleeping princess with
you.
5:30 pm Arrival at your Hotel. Evening & Dinner at
Leisure.
Includes: Guide, driver, air conditioned bus or van,
park entrances fees, $10 max per person for lunch.
Not included: Tips, lunch cost over the allotted
$10, alcoholic drinks, and the Canopy Tour.
DAY FOUR
8:00 am Embera Indian Village, located at the river
banks of the Chagres River National Park.
We’ll travel by road for an hour to the township of
Corotu. There will be greeted by the Embera Indian
guides.
9:00 am Depart by dugout canoe to the Village. Prior
to boarding, each will be given a life vest. After
boarding, we will travel 45 minutes up river,
passing our village located on the right side of the
riverbank. This is a travel back in time, as you
step onto this dugout canoe & pull away from the
slippery bank, you will be mentally transported to
1500 Panama. On our voyage, view the canopy jungle
reaching out over the Chagres full of wildlife;
River Otters, Toucans, monkeys, Iguana, Sloth, or
even a Cayman quietly sliding back into the river to
cool off.
Our destination is a jungle canopy trail full of
adventure & surprises. Our trail departs the
riverbank and enters the jungle with a slight
incline. Caution: Those with knee, angel or hip
injuries should consider this adventure with
caution, many roots & dips along this natural trail.
All participants that want to participate on this
trail must be physically fit, and able to bend, grab
and pull there bodies up & over the rocks. There are
some slippery & muddy areas, but you will be able to
wash off in a natural pool.
As you complete the trail, you will arrive at one of
nature’s gifts – a breath taking waterfall! Here you
can take swim or just wash off in the natural pool.
10:30 Depart for the village. Short canoe ride back
down the river, we will be met by the Village
community, adults & children.
Our guide will take us to the Community Hut, where
you will be able to leave your things. You’ll be
allowed some time to walk around the village to see
how the Embera live and to interact with the
community.
11:30 am Lunch. You’ll partake in a traditional
Embera lunch; fried Tilapia or Peacock Bass, along
with fried green plantains.
We’ll have a cooler with water & soda for you & our
guest. During lunch, Chief Antonio will share
information on the Embera way of life.
After lunch, its back to the Community Hut for
traditional dances & music.
Embera are world-renown for their arts & crafts.
Recommend: Bring small bills fro shopping. Any
purchases benefit the entire community.
2:00 pm Say our goodbyes! Depart for Panama City via
river to our departure point.
3:30 pm Estimated arrival back at your Hotel.
Evening & Dinner at Leisure.
Includes: Guide, air conditioned van or bus, park
entrance fees. Embera lunch, bottle water or soda.
DAY FIVE
Hotel pickup for the airport will be coordinated
according to the departure time of your flight.
Please do remember that all travels need to be at
the airport two hours before estimated departure
time of your flight.
Includes: Driver, escort
Not included: $20 airport tax (this has to be paid
at the
Ticket counter)
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