Best of Panama - Canal, Cloud Forest & Beach Holiday

Itinerary Highlights

What's Included

Flights
Accommodation Throughout
Transfers

13 nights from £3,895 per person

Sarah Frankish

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Our Best of Panama itinerary takes in Panama City and the canal, cloud forest treks, coffee tours, and time on the beach at the beautiful islands of Bocas del Toro. The centre of Panama City has been newly renovated and you are based right in the heart of the old town. Next you travel to the western highlands and explore the Boquete Cloud Forest. This area offers some of the most picturesque walking trails in all of Central America. The cool, humid cloud forests of this region are home to an impressive variety of birds including Quetzals, Bellbirds, Solitaires and Redstarts and the countryside is dotted with flower, strawberry and coffee plantations. Complete your trip on the relaxed Bocas del Toro islands, where you stay in an over-water bungalow at Punta Caracol. Here there are a host of marine activities on offer such as snorkelling, diving, excursions to pristine beaches and dolphins tours, as well as the opportunity to try out local restaurants in Bocas Town.

Itinerary

Day 1 UK - Bogota - Panama City

Depart the UK on your overnight flight via Bogota to Panama City.

Day 2 Panama City

On arrival you will be met and transferred to your Panama City Hotel. Stay 2 nights at Central Hotel Panama in the heart of the old town (Casco Viejo) which can easily be explored by foot. With the redevelopment of the area there are a host of new restaurants so there are plenty of dining options nearby.

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Day 3 Panama City

Visit the Miraflores Locks at the Panama Canal where large ships can be seen transiting the canal. Enjoy a fascinating presentation by the Panama Canal Authority on the history of the Panama Canal and the workings of this feat of human engineering. Depending on your dates of travel we can also include a partial or full transit of the Panama Canal taking you from Caribbean to Pacific coasts.

Day 4 Panama City - Boquete

Transfer to the domestic airport for your flight to David and then on by road to the cloud forest town of Boquete which nestles in the verdant valley of the Rio Caldera. Situated at an altitude of 1060m, the town has an ideal cool climate for the production of orchids, strawberries, root vegetables and most importantly coffee! Spend 3 nights at Finca Lerida, a unique property located on a historic coffee plantation.

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Day 5 Boquete

Today venture deep into the Baru Volcano National Park, home to the Quetzal Trail, one of the most scenic hikes in Central America. Observe the flora and fauna as you hike through the cloud forest where ancient trees covered in moss, epiphytic plants and orchids join together to form a natural paradise. Birds that you are likely to spot here include the Orange-bellied Trogon, Three-wattled Bellbird, Black Guan, Hairy Woodpecker, Buff-fronted Quail Dove and the Resplandent Quetzal.

Day 6 Boquete

Free day to explore the highlands. There are a variety of hiking trails, rafting and coffee tours or drive to the other side of Volcan Baru to Cerro Punta where you can see the pre-Columbian ruins at Sitio Barriles and orchid gardens.

Day 7 Boquete - Bocas del Toro

Transfer from the mountains to the coast where you take the boat to the beautiful islands of Bocas del Toro. With just eight over-water bungalows, Punta Caracol, is a romantic retreat where you can easily access the crystal clear waters for swimming and snorkeling. Spend the next 4 nights here.

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Day 8 Bocas del Toro

Free days to relax or enjoy additional excursion that you can arrange locally. Suggestions include a visit to the outlying islands to explore pristine beaches, snorkel or scuba dive the coral reefs, boat trips to visit local Indian communities, hiking in the rainforest and dolphin tours. Or spend some time in Bocas Town exploring the restaurants or markets whilst enjoying the Caribbean vibe!

Day 11 Bocas del Toro - Panama City

Take the short flight back to Panana City for your final night in this gem of a small country. Overnight at the Central Hotel Panama as before.

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Day 12 Panama City - UK

Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.

Sarah Frankish

Travel Specialist

0203 131 4707

I'm here to tailor-make your perfect holiday. Give me a call and I'll use my expertise to create your personalised experience.

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Pricing Information & Dates

13 nights from £3,895 per person

Sarah Frankish

Travel Specialist

0203 131 4707

I'm here to tailor-make your perfect holiday. Give me a call and I'll use my expertise to create your personalised experience.

Enquire

Price Includes

Return International Flights as per the itinerary
All airport taxes and security charges
Accommodation and meals as specified
Transfers as specified
Activities and excursions as specified
All entrace fees on sightseeing tours as specified

Price Excludes

Travel Insurance
Any meals not specified in the itinerary
Tips and gratuities
Optional excursions

Pricing Notes

Tour includes breakfast throughout.

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