Cruiseline Excursion Colon: Panama City tour and Miraflores Locks

4.4 (239 reviews) Colon, Panama
Duration6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 21 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Panama is the only country in the world where you can experience both the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean in a single day. Your tour begins with a scenic drive of about one hour to the Centennial Bridge, where you’ll enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the Gaillard Cut—the narrowest section of the Panama Canal—and the Pedro Miguel Locks.

Next, visit the Miraflores Locks Exhibition Center to learn about the fascinating history of the canal and its operation over the past 100 years.

The journey then continues into the heart of Panama City, where you’ll explore the historic Cathedral, important monuments, and the vibrant downtown district. As you walk through Casco Antiguo, admire the stunning blend of Colonial and Neoclassical architecture that defines this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

To finish, the tour takes you along Balboa Avenue, where you’ll witness the striking contrast of Panama’s modern skyline, home to some of the tallest and most impressive buildings in Latin America

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Professional guide
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Miraflores Locks exhibition center US$17 adult
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. Port Colon 2000
    Pass by
    The guide will meet you at Colon 2000 dock in front of Fantastic Casino, 40 minutes after the cruise docked.
  2. Centennial Bridge
    Pass by
    • Minibús ride to Panama City, Pacific ocean, your guide will give you general information about Colon city, Panama country and  the Canal.   
    • The minibús will ride the Centennial bridge to give you a wonderful panoramic view of Gaillard cut (the famous land divided), the minibús can not stop atthe bridge but during the ride you will be able to take a few pictures.
  3. Miraflores Visitor Center
    1h 30m · Admission ticket not included
    • Visit Miraflores exhibition center, your party will visit the museum and observe from the balcony the process to elevate the boats from the level of the Pacific ocean to the level of Gatun lake (27m / 85ft) . Admission fee US$20 is not included in our Price.
  4. Casco Viejo
    1h
    • Visit San Felipe (Casco Antiguo) see the historical town with Churches, monuments, souvenir shops and amazing Colonial and Neoclassical architectural styles throughout the city.
  5. Avenida Balboa
    Pass by
    Later, the tour will go to Balboa avenue and you will observe the new city with the highest and modern building in Latinamerica, then Ride back to your cruise.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

For cruise docking at COLON 2000 dock.(TERMINAL 1)
Meeting Point: Optica Sosa y Arango next to Seguros Fedpa
From the cruise is a 5 minutes walk approx.
Guides will hold VIATOR sign.
Meeting time: 15 minutes before departure time.

End point

For cruise docking at COLON 2000 dock.(TERMINAL 1)
Meeting Point: Optica Sosa y Arango next to Seguros Fedpa
From the cruise is a 5 minutes walk approx.
Guides will hold VIATOR sign.
Meeting time: 15 minutes before departure time.

Pickup details

Please note that pickup time can be moved ahead or delayed by an hour from your booking time.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Walking the Colonial city take 1 hour approx. If you have inconveniences to walk the town, you can stay in our minibús and wait for the rest.
  • Not wheelchair or scooter accesible

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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