Accommodation

12 nights in the above hotels or equivalent

Transport

All transfers, trips and sightseeing as per program

Guide

Local German-speaking tour guide on days 3-7 and day 9 (from Oreba Chocolate Farm) and day 10, English-speaking guide on day 2 (on the boat) and day 8

Others

Entrance fees, national park fees

Meals

12 x breakfast, 4 x lunch

Flights

Scheduled flight D / AT / CH - Panama City - D / AT / CH Domestic flight Bocas del Toro - Panama City

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Others

All meals and drinks not mentioned in the program Expenses of a personal nature Tips

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Day 1 D / At / Ch - Panama City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

D / At / Ch - Panama City

Flight with KLM or other renowned airlines from D / AT / CH to Panama City. On arrival, reception by the local tour guide and transfer to the hotel.

Overnight stay at the Hotel Best Western Plus Panama Zen***
Day 2 Panama City - Canal
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Panama City - Canal

Get to know the so-called 8th wonder of the world on a boat trip from Panama City to Gamboa. In the morning, you will be driven from your city hotel to the harbor. From there, the approx. 4-hour trip through the legendary Panama Canal begins. During this time, you will pass the Miraflores locks, Lake Miraflores, the Pedro Miguel lock, the Gaillard Cut (narrowest point) and Lake Gatún. This trip leaves a lasting impression on every traveler. Enjoy lunch on board before taking the bus from the port in Gamboa back to Panama City on the Pacific coast.

The boat trip is sometimes operated in the opposite direction from Gamboa to Panama City.

Overnight stay at the Hotel Best Western Plus Panama Zen***
Day 3 Panama City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Panama City

In the morning, you will set off on your first tour of this fascinating city, which was founded in 1519. The enchanting backdrop of skyscrapers, noble villas and green hills will inspire you.

First you will see Panama Viejo from the 16th century. Then you will head along the riverbank to the old town of Casco Antiguo. Today, the oldest facilities and buildings of the modern city can be found here; the district is known locally as Casco Viejo or Casco Antiguo. On a walking tour, you will see many unique colonial buildings, some still largely preserved in their original state and others lovingly and colorfully restored. The historic quarter is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has become the country’s center for art, design and cultural revival in recent years. Many new bars, rooftop terraces, restaurants and hotels have opened here. The drive then takes you to the Causeway, from where you have a magnificent view of the Panama City skyline. Then it’s off to the Miraflores locks of the Panama Canal. Here you will gain a first insight into the operation and dimensions of the famous Panama Canal. The terrace offers a unique view of the locks and the ships that pass through the locks on their way to the Pacific or Atlantic. The Panama Canal is one of the most important waterways in the world. Around 14,000 ships pass through it every year, and around six percent of world trade passes through it. You can learn lots of interesting facts about the canal in the museum.

Overnight stay at the Hotel Best Western Plus Panama Zen***
Day 4 Panamá City - El Valle De Antón
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Panamá City - El Valle De Antón

In the morning, drive westwards on the famous Centenario Bridge to the tranquil small town of El Valle de Antón. Before leaving the town, visit a local fruit and vegetable market. There are bound to be some tropical fruits that you haven’t seen before. You can also buy fresh fruit to taste on the way.

Here in the mountains of Cocle province is the largest populated volcanic crater in the world. Once a crater lake, it was later settled by the Indians of the surrounding mountains. El Valle de Antón has a very pleasant climate and unique birdlife. On site, you have the opportunity to get to know the area better with the help of short hikes. For example, you can visit the "El Macho" waterfall, "La Piedra Pintada", a rock face with pre-Columbian stone carvings or the "Butterfly Haven", a butterfly farm, or treat yourself to a face mask in the warm mineral springs "Pozos Termales".

Overnight stay at Hotel Valle Verde **+
Day 5 El Valle De Antón - Las Tablas
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

El Valle De Antón - Las Tablas

Today you return to the Panamericana and continue westwards. In Natá de los Caballeros, you can visit the historic church. The town is one of the oldest in the country. Of the colonial buildings, only the church, which was renovated with donations from the German Embassy and is one of the oldest on the entire continent, dating back to 1520, the year the town was founded, can still be visited today.

Before continuing to the pretty and historic village of Parita, almost an insider tip, a typical Panamanian lunch awaits you. In Parita, you will visit a local make-up artist in his house. He will explain how the typical Panamanian diablico masks are made and of course you can also buy one as a souvenir on the spot.

Afterwards, visit a private house where you will see how the polleras are made by hand over many hours. The pollera is the Panamanian national costume for women, a beautiful, finely crafted traditional dress and is basically a colonial legacy from Spain. The value of a very good pollera is around 3000 US dollars.

Overnight stay: Hotel Presidente***
Day 6 Las Tablas - Oria Arriba - Playa Venao - Las Tablas
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Las Tablas - Oria Arriba - Playa Venao - Las Tablas

Today, the inhabitants of the small village of Oria Arriba await you. The route takes you through lots of nature and typical villages. After around 1 ½ hours’ drive, you will reach the idyllic village, which is hidden in the hills of the province of Los Santos. After a welcome with music and a refreshing drink, the tour of the village begins. You will look over the shoulders of the locals and see how various products such as hats and musical instruments are made by hand. The production of each product is explained step by step. You will then visit an original sugar cane mill, which was built by the inhabitants of the village, is still in use and is powered by a horse. You will learn how the sugar cane is pressed and then processed in a self-built clay oven. A tasting of the freshly pressed sugar cane juice is of course a must. Depending on the season, it is also possible to visit a tobacco plantation, where the processing of the tobacco plants is demonstrated. Afterwards, visit the river "Rio Oria" where you may see children playing in the river and, with a bit of luck, hear howler monkeys in the distance. After the tour, there is a typical lunch with products from the village in the hostess’s house.

All proceeds from this excursion go to the inhabitants and the Oria Arribas school.

After the visit to Oria Arriba, there is a visit to the beach on the Pacific coast. Relax on the beach and enjoy a dip in the waves. Return to the hotel in the afternoon.

Overnight stay: Hotel Presidente***
Day 7 Las Tablas - Boquete
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Las Tablas - Boquete

Today you drive to the westernmost province of Panama, Chiriquí, in around 4.5 - 5 hours. From the Panamericana, head into the nearby mountains of Chiriquí to the small mountain village of Boquete, which lies at an altitude of 1200 m and has a spring-like climate.

First discover the small town of Boquete before embarking on a short hiking tour in the beautiful surroundings of Boquete. Perhaps you will even see the rare quetzal bird? End of the tour at the hotel and check-in.

Overnight stay at the Hotel Boquete Tree Trek Mountain Resort*** or at the Hotel La Casa de La Abuela***
Day 8 Boquete
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Boquete

A special kind of experience awaits you in the morning: an exciting walk on suspension bridges. Get a completely new view of nature from above. Observe cloud forest and waterfalls from a bird’s eye view! An unforgettable experience!

In the afternoon we take you into the world of coffee, visiting a coffee plantation. The cultivation, harvesting and processing of the coffee fruit will be explained to you. At the end of the tour, you will of course also get a taste of this delicious beverage.

Overnight stay at Hotel Boquete Tree Trek Mountain Resort*** or Hotel La Casa de La Abuela***
Day 9 Boquete - Almirante - Bocas Del Toro
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Boquete - Almirante - Bocas Del Toro

After breakfast, a 3 - 3.5-hour drive over the Cordillera de Talamanca and then along the Caribbean coast and through ever-changing vegetation to Almirante (transfer without tour guide). Shortly before Almirante, your German-speaking Bocas tour guide will be waiting for you and you will visit the Oreba Chocolate Farm, an organic cocoa farm. Here you will receive a guided tour of the farm and an explanation of the entire cocoa and chocolate process. But that’s not all, you will also see many native plants and exotic animals along the way, watch the local Ngöbe Indian women at work and, of course, taste raw chocolate. Small lunch at the finca. Your visit also helps the community, as all profits from the tour and part of the chocolate sales go towards reforestation and educational projects such as a computer room and a library. Perhaps the most important fund is the one for medical emergencies.

After the visit, you will go to Almirante to the jetty and change to a boat that will take you to Isla Colón in about 30 minutes. After arrival, short transfer to the hotel. In the town you will find cozy bars, restaurants, souvenir stalls and stores. There is a relaxed, typically Caribbean atmosphere.

Overnight stay at Hotel Swan’s Cay*** or Hotel Divers Paradise ***+
Day 10 Bocas Del Toro
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Bocas Del Toro

A boat trip awaits you today. First, the boat takes you through smaller sea lanes that meander through the overgrown mangrove forests. Keep an eye out for water birds! Then it’s off to Coral Cay, where the sea is calm all year round and therefore suitable for snorkelers of all ages. Local restaurants built on stilts over the water offer a variety of seafood (not included).

Later, the boat trip continues to Isla Bastimentos. The island is covered in mangroves all around and is surrounded by nature and fresh air. Isla Bastimentos still consists largely of jungle and there are no roads or airstrips. For this reason, the island can only be reached by boat. Isla Bastimentos is not just for adventurers or nature lovers, as it is home to one of the most famous beaches in Bocas del Toro, the "Red Frog Beach", which takes its name from the red poison dart frogs. There are many paths and trails to explore on the island. However, the most popular activity is to "just relax" and listen to the sounds of the sea. Return to the main island in the afternoon.

Overnight stay at Hotel Swan’s Cay*** or Hotel Divers Paradise ***+
Day 11 Bocas Del Toro
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Bocas Del Toro

The day is at your leisure.

Overnight stay at Hotel Swan’s Cay*** or Hotel Divers Paradise ***+
Day 12 Bocas Del Toro - Panama City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Bocas Del Toro - Panama City

Morning at leisure. For example, you can hire bicycles or take a water cab to explore other islands and beaches. In the afternoon, short transfer to the airport and return flight to Panama City. Transfer to the hotel.

Overnight stay: Hotel Best Western Plus Panama Zen***
Day 13 Panama City - D / At / Ch
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Panama City - D / At / Ch

Transfer to the airport and return flight to D / AT / CH.
Day 14 D / At / Ch
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

D / At / Ch

Arrival in D / AT / CH.

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The Best Of Panama

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Itinerary of your trip The Best Of Panama

D / At / Ch - Panama City

Panama City - Canal

Panama City

Panamá City - El Valle De Antón

El Valle De Antón - Las Tablas

Las Tablas - Oria Arriba - Playa Venao - Las Tablas

Las Tablas - Boquete

Boquete

Boquete - Almirante - Bocas Del Toro

Bocas Del Toro

Bocas Del Toro

Bocas Del Toro - Panama City

Panama City - D / At / Ch

D / At / Ch

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