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HALF-DAY City and Panama Canal Tour: Shared or Private

By CONOZCA PANAMA PRIMERO Tours & Transfers, S. A.
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$126 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

This tour offers the best value at the best price!

Our groups are intimate, capped at 15 participants, but we can also accommodate larger parties in private tours.

  • The tour includes 5 hours exploring The Panama Canal, Amador Causeway, and the unique Casco Viejo.

  • Don't worry about hydration or snacks during the tour; we provide these unlimitedly!

  • Experience the best atmosphere with the enthusiasm and energy of our extraordinary certified bilingual guide.

  • Benefit from the best shopping deals with our guide's experienced advice, offering important tips to help you make the best choices.

  • From the moment you book, we guarantee personalised attention. You will receive a coordination call the day before your tour to confirm your pickup time and location, along with personalised updates and responses to any questions or concerns.

Activity location

  • Panama City
    • Panama City, Panamá Province, Panama

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hotel Riu Plaza Panama
    • Calle 50
    • Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Shared Tour: No Canal Ticket
  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Ticket Purchase Information: This option includes a visit to the Panama Canal Visitor Centre; however, the entrance ticket is not included.
No pick-up at Playa Bonita: Pick-up/drop-off only in Panama City (Financial District, Old Town). No service to Playa Bonita or Playa Blanca.

Shared Tour Option: This option lets you meet people worldwide in a friendly and fun atmosphere.
Pickup included

Starting time: 1:15 pm
Price details
AU$126.41 x 1 AdultAU$126.41
Total
Price is AU$126.41
PRIVATE TOUR With Canal Ticket
  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

Private Transport & Guide
Duration: 5 hours
Customise your Starting Time!: Ideal for travellers who cannot fit into departure times of shared groups. This option allows you to start when it suits you!
Pickup included

Starting time: 1:30 pm
Price details
AU$440.15 x 1 AdultAU$440.15
Total
Price is AU$440.15

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedDon't worry about staying hydrated! During this tour, you'll have unlimited bottles of water available to keep you refreshed.
  • What's includedWhat's includedEnjoy unlimited yucca and plantain chips available throughout the tour!
  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional, Certified, and Bilingual Tour Guides
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate or Shared Full Transport, based on your selected option
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's includedPanama Canal Visitor Centre Tickets (Applies only to 'With Canal Ticket' option)
  • What's includedWhat's includedAccident Insurance Coverage on Board Our Vehicles
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPanama Canal Visitor Centre (Applies only to 'No Canal Ticket Option')
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Panama City
  • 5m
Our guide will pick you up at your hotel with a warm welcome, setting the tone for an incredible day ahead! Get ready for a fun-filled adventure full of exciting surprises—you’re in for a treat!
Clayton (Pass by)
We will pass by the former United States military base, once one of the largest and most important in Panama. While we won’t stop or tour the area, our guide will provide an informative overview of its significance. This base was the last to revert to Panama in December 1999. Today, it spans 120 hectares and is home to the City of Knowledge, a state project dedicated to fostering innovation in technology, science, and business.
Miraflores Visitor Center
  • 1h 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
The Miraflores Visitor Centre at the Panama Canal is an absolute must-see on this tour! - Get ready for a crash course in history, mind-blowing engineering, and why the canal is a big deal worldwide! - From the Observation Decks You’ll have the BEST front-row seat to watch massive ships squeeze through the locks! See the pilots, mules, and cable operators in action, while our guide keeps you in the loop, answering all your burning questions as the magic unfolds before your eyes. It’s an experience you won’t forget!
Monumento a Goethals (Pass by)
(Subject to Traffic Conditions) Get ready to see the impressive monument honouring George Washington Goethals, the engineering genius who led the final phase of the Panama Canal’s construction! ***Heads up: This monument area can be tricky due to traffic, especially during busy afternoon hours. While we do our best to visit, sometimes our guides may have to skip it—but don’t worry, there’s plenty more excitement ahead!***
Amador Causeway (Calzada de Amador)
  • 20m
The perfect place to cool off with the cool breeze from the Pacific Ocean, take the best photos of the city from the amazing viewpoints and enjoy a delicious homemade ice cream or an exquisite ceviche offered by the local restaurants. If you love shopping, you can go crazy with the products offered by the duty-free Amphora. You must show identification to enter.
Casco Viejo
  • 1h
Now is the time to step back in history and wander the charming narrow streets of San Felipe, the heart of Panama’s colonial past. For the next hour, we'll explore the majestic walls of the Old City, visit its most iconic churches, and discover top-quality local crafts that showcase the rich heritage of this fascinating area. And if you’re a coffee lover, you’re in for a real treat—we can take you to savour the world-renowned Geisha Coffee, considered by many to be the best coffee on the planet! A true taste of Panama’s history and flavour awaits.
Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica of Santa Maria the Ancient
  • 15m
15-minute tour enjoying the incredible architecture and history of our Cathedral and Basilica ... First diocese of the mainland in America and the one that was visited by Pope Francis in January 2019.
France Square
  • 5m
Las Bóvedas, also known as Cuartel Chiriquí or more elegantly as La Plaza de Francia, is a place steeped in history, where every corner whispers tales of the past. Here, we pay tribute to the relentless efforts of Pablo Arosemena, a passionate defender of the constitutional laws of the young republic, and the 5th President of Panama (1910-1912). The French influence in the architecture and the legacy of the Panama Canal era blend seamlessly with the rich historical significance of this iconic square, making it a must-see for history lovers.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESPanama City
    • Panama City, Panamá Province, Panama

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEHotel Riu Plaza Panama
    • Calle 50
    • Panamá, Provincia de Panamá, Panama
  • PEOPLEPEOPLECasa Sucre Coffeehouse
    • Casco Viejo, Provincia de Panamá, Panama

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