Compare Panama City & Chiriqui by Great Value Vacations vs Panama in 7 days - Panama City & All-Inclusive Playa Blanca - Superior by Exoticca
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| Duration | 8 days | 7 days |
| Price From | $ 2,005 | $ 1,299 |
| Price Per Day | $ 251 | $ 186 |
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| Trip Style | Self-guided tour | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Luxury |
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| Flights & Transport | Airfare included | Airfare included |
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| Meals Included | N/A | 3 breakfasts and All-Inclusive in Playa Blanca. * |
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Escape to colorful culture, amazing wildlife, and postcard-worthy landscapes. On this journey through Panama, you'll get a taste for local traditions, laid-back beach life, and adventurous jungle fever. Begin your journey in historic Panama City, home of the famous Panama Canal and the UNESCO-recognized ruins of Panama Viejo. Explore the city's vibrant neighborhoods, try authentic foodie favorites, and snag some crafty souvenirs at local markets. Next, you'll head to the rolling green hills of Boquete in Chiriqui! Hike along scenic trails, find hidden waterfalls, treat yourself to a coffee farm tour, and get your thrill on by rafting or ziplining. After a few days of adrenaline-pumping adventure, take it easy on the bright blue beaches of Boca Chica. Enjoy a discovery boat tour, visit picturesque islands, go snorkeling, and take way - way - too many photos. |
Get a taste for the vibrant culture, natural beauty and bustling cityscapes of Panama on an adventure from Panama City to Playa Blanca. Stroll through the historic Casco Viejo and get up close to the magnificent Panama Canal, a true feat of engineering. After a slice of city life, head to dreamy Playa Blanca, on the Gulf of Panama, where an All-Inclusive stay awaits you. |
Day 1 Welcome to Panama City!
Arrive in Panama City, the vibrant land of color and culture! Enjoy a comfortable transfer to your first luxurious accommodation. Once you're all settled, spend your first night exploring the city at your own pace. Stroll through charming Casco Viejo, a historic, rustic neighborhood embellished by unique street art and lined with local cafes, fun markets, and chic shops. Try an authentic empanada and listen to talented street performers as you take in the area's cool vibes.
Day 2 Panama City
After breakfast, grab your camera and head to the famous Panama Canal! Watch in awe as ships transfer from lock to lock in order to pass through the Isthmus of Panama, which connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. In the afternoon, make your way to Panama Viejo, the remaining part of the old Panama City and the former capital of the country. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was founded in 1519, and its ruins remain one of the city's most popular must-see attractions. When the sun goes down, dance your way to the trendy neighborhood of Marbella! Filled with trendy eateries and late-night hotspots, this cutting edge area is a bustling haven of hip bars, restaurants, and nightclubs.
Day 3 Panama City - Boquete
Energize with breakfast in the culture-packed city, then enjoy a comfortable transfer to Albrook Airport (PAC) for your flight to Chiriqui! Upon arrival in Chiriqui, meet your transfer and look out the window during the ride to your next accommodation. Settle into your cozy room, then begin exploring the area! Boquete is an amazing area filled with rivers, cloud forests, canopy trails, and coffee farms. Take a hike through lush greenery, then treat yourself to dinner in the town of Boquete.
Day 4 Boquete
Break out your inner adventurer today! Consider seeing Chiriqui's natural beauty from the seat of a whitewater raft, the back of a horse, the height of a hanging canopy bridge, or the bird's eye view of a zipline. You may want to check out the steamy Caldera Hot Springs or treat yourself to a tour of vast local coffee plantations!
Day 5 Boquete - Boca Chica
Wave goodbye to rolling greenery and say hello to blue-green waters and sparkling beaches. Boca Chica, here you come! Keep your eyes fixed out the window as you enjoy a scenic ride south to the coast. Upon arrival in Boca Chica, settle into your oceanfront hotel and take in breathtaking views of the surrounding seascape. Treat yourself to a delicious dinner in the area and feast your eyes on a gorgeous sunset over the water.
Day 6 Boca Chica
Set sail on an unforgettable boat tour through the Gulf of Chiriqui! Make stops at diverse islands, relax on pristine beaches, go snorkeling, and see amazing marine life. Enjoy the pleasant breeze, gaze out at amazing views, and take way too many photos. Did someone say new profile picture?
Day 7 Boca Chica - Panama City
Take one last look out at the bright blue ocean, then take your transfer to Enrique Malek International Airport (DAV). Enjoy a relaxing flight to Albrook Airport (PAC), then meet your transfer to your Panama City hotel. Live it up on your last night in the city! Go dancing, try tasty foods, and do tons of souvenir shopping.
Day 8 Depart Panama
Squeeze all your souvenirs into your luggage, then enjoy a convenient transfer to the airport. Board your plane and spend your comfortable flight home dreaming about your next adventure.
Day 1: US - Panama City
Arrive at your US departure airport, ready for a flight to Panama City. Arrive in the capital of Panama, a metropolis of contrasts, home to the iconic Panama Canal. Transfer to the hotel and overnight stay in Panama City. * * If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
Day 2: Panama City
Breakfast at the hotel. Set off on a guided walking tour of Casco Viejo, the oldest part of Panama City. See the most emblematic landmarks of this charming neighbourhood such as Panama Cathedral, Santo Domingo Covent and the National Theatre. Admire the impressive Bolivar Palace and stroll through the narrow 17th-century streets to Paseo Las Boveda, a waterfront walkway with views of Puente de las Américas where you can watch the ships lining up to enter the Panama Canal. Spend the remainder of the day exploring Panama City at your leisure. Overnight stay in Panama City.
Day 3: Panama City
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy the day at your leisure, enjoying the delights of the city or setting off on an optional excursion to either the dreamy San Blas Islands or for an exciting Rainforest Day Trip.* Overnight stay in Panama City. * Optional Full-Day San Blas Islands Excursion (shared service): Explore some of the worlds most remote and pristine islands. Set off early in the morning along the Pan-American Highway towards the port of Carti. Board a motorboat and set about exploring these tiny untouched islands where you can swim in the turquoise waters and relax amongst the palm trees on the shore. Traditional lunch included. Return to Carti and transfer back to Panama City. Note: You will need to take your passport with you. * Gamboa Rainforest Day Trip: Head to the rainforest to discover the abundant wildlife of Panama. Get up close to slow-moving sloths at a sloth sanctuary and discover many butterfly, orchid and frog species as you delve deeper into the verdant rainforest. Climb the observation tower for uninterrupted views of the canopy and enjoy an exciting high-speed boat cruise on the Panama Canal and Gatun Lake. Lunch included.
Day 4: Panama City - Playa Blanca
Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, check-out and transfer to Playa Blanca, a dreamy beach resort region on the tropical Gulf of Panama. Check-in, begin your All-Inclusive stay, enjoying all the amenities on offer at your hotel. Overnight stay in Playa Blanca.
Day 5: Playa Blanca
All-Inclusive at the hotel. Spend the day relaxing at your leisure, soaking up the sunshine, swimming in the turquoise waters or simply relaxing on the beach. Alternatively, we recommend an optional excursion to the Embera Indigenous Village.* Overnight stay in Playa Blanca. * Optional Embera Indigenous Village visit: Head deep into the rainforest to meet the Embera people, a unique tribe who will share their culture and history with you. See traditional dancing and enjoy an authentic Embera lunch as you get to know the locals.
Day 6: Playa Blanca
All-Inclusive at the hotel. Enjoy a day at your leisure. We recommend relaxing on the beach and enjoying the fantastic facilities of your hotel. Why not treat yourself to a beach-side massage? Alternatively, we recommend an optional excursion to the beautiful Las Yayas Waterfall.* Overnight stay in Playa Blanca. * Optional Las Yayas Waterfall Excursion: Experience the natural beauty of the amazing Las Yayas Waterfalls, which gush across the volcanic rocks into glistening crystal clear pools. Enjoy the refreshing climate and lush natural surroundings, take in the views from a small viewpoint and swim in the refreshing natural pools. Snacks included.
Day 7: Playa Blanca - US
Breakfast at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for your return flight back to the US. Arrive in the US and end your trip.
