Central America is a privileged region full of development and natural wonders.
This 10-day package combines a cosmopolitan city, an idyllic beach, three majestic volcanoes, and a colonial town; definitely, a blend of the best of Panama, Costa Rica and Nicaragua.
Learn about the history, culture and nature of these three countries, that despite of being so close are so different.
Day 1
Duration: 25 minutes approximately
In Central America, Panamá stands as the most cosmopolitan city and the only capital on the seashore. Its tropical climate is characterized by high temperatures ranging between 80 and 95 degrees Fahrenheit.
The city offers a variety of choices for all tastes, combining impressive, modern infrastructure with some treasures of distant times such as the Old Quarter – a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Lodging at Hampton Inn Panama
The modern-style of the Hampton Inn Panama combines perfectly with its surroundings. Conveniently located in the financial hub of the city, approximately 25 minutes away from Tocumen International Airport (PTY), this urban-influenced property offers comfort and accessible technology for both, leisure and corporate travelers.
Its 303 guest rooms and its 14 suites are smoke free, and feature extraordinary and convenient amenities. Besides, the hotel offers a variety of facilities to their guests such as an outdoor pool, a full-equipped fitness center, cash machine (ATM), business center, 24-hour front desk and security, laundry service, and complimentary Wi-Fi access throughout the property.
Day 2
This full day tour is the perfect way to discover Panama City.
First thing in the morning, a visit to the ruins of the “Old Panama” – the first city on the Central American Isthmus founded by the Spanish and later plundered by the famous pirate Henry Morgan in 1671.
After this, and accompanied by your guide, you will visit the charming “Casco Antiguo” or Old Quarter, built in 1673 after Panama La Vieja (the first city) was looted and burned.
To end the day, you will visit the emblematic Panama Canal. Visiting the Miraflores Locks visitor’s center – the nearest set of locks to the city, makes it possible to learn about the history and the daily operation of the Canal.
Lunch is included in one of the restaurants of the Casco Antiguo.
Lodging at Hampton Inn Panama
Day 3
Duration: 1 hour approximately
Duration: 10 minutes approximately
Lodging at Playa Tortuga Beach Resort
Playa Tortuga Hotel & Beach Resort is a beachfront hotel in Colon Island, just 10 minutes away from Bocas del Toro Airstrip. Property’s privileged location allows guests to enjoy the crystal clear waters, white sandy beaches, abundant wildlife and infinite tropical beauty of the archipelago of Bocas del Toro without leaving the hotel.
Its 117 guestrooms and suites are equipped with convenient facilities including complimentary wireless Internet, air-conditioning, cable TV, in-room safe, bathrooms with glass door showers, marble countertop, vanity mirrors and premium amenities, and private balconies overlooking the sea
Day 4
Bocas del Toro is a colorful, Caribbean-style archipelago with incomparable biodiversity; a unique and privileged destination for the observation of fauna and flora.
This full day tour begins with a short boat ride to Laguna Bocatorito or Dolphin’s Bay, where it’s almost guaranteed to spot the semi-permanent population of bottlenose dolphins that graciously will play around the boat.
After this, you will visit two of the most important snorkeling points in the area.
First, you will make a stop in Crawl Cay – one of the most popular snorkeling spots in Bocas del Toro. This tiny island is surrounded by lush coral gardens with an abundance of tropical fishes, coral heads and colorful sponges.
Then, a visit to Zapatilla Cay, located on the southeastern of the Bastimentos National Marine Park – 30 minutes’ boat ride from Crawl Cay.
Zapatilla Cay is considered the most beautiful island of the Bocas del Toro Archipelago and offers visitors pristine white sand beaches, crystal clear turquoise waters and some of Panama’s most attractive coral reefs – with lots of tropical fish, and crevices full of lobsters, crabs, eels and an immense amount of tiny sea invertebrates.
Lunch is included in a local restaurant.
Lodging at Playa Tortuga Beach Resort
Day 5
Duration: 10 minutes approximately
Duration: 1 hour approximately
Lodging at Presidente Hotel
Day 6
Lodging at Arenal Paraiso Resort & Spa
Day 7
Lodging at Arenal Paraiso Resort & Spa
Day 8
Lodging at Plaza Colon Hotel
Day 9
Lodging at Plaza Colon Hotel
Day 10
You must be at the airport 2 hours prior the flight time.
