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Panama: "Coast to Coast Adventure Tour"
( 11 nights / 12 days )
| Day 1 - Saturday - Arrival in Panama - (D) | |
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| Meet & Greet on arrival at Panama International Airport and transfer to the Hotel Costa del Sol for a 2 night stay. The hotel has a Bar, Restaurant, Swimming Pool, Saunas and Tennis Court. All rooms are "Junior Suites" and have kitchenettes, A/C, telephone, colour cable TV and private bathrooms. Welcome Cocktail on arrival and Dinner in the Restaurant. |
| Day 2 - Sunday - Isla Taboga - (B,L,D) | |
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| After breakfast you will be transferred from the hotel to the pier to take the ferry for a tour of the Panama Bay to Taboga Island, known as the "Island of Flowers". Historically, this is the island from where Francisco Pizarro organised the conquest of the Inca Empire of Peru. Later the French established a Hospital for the workers on the Canal construction. The island was also home to the French artist Paul Gaugin. |
 
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| Spend the day at the Taboga Beach Resort and enjoy the facilities. Lunch at Taboga Resort. Returns in the afternoon by ferry, and while crossing under the Bridge of the Americas don’t forget to make a wish. Back to Hotel Costa del Sol in Panama City for dinner and overnight stay. |
| Day 3 - Monday - San Blas Islands - (B,L,D) | |
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| Early transfer to the local airport to take a 50 minute flight in an Islander aircraft to the Achutupo airstrip on Panamas Atlantic Coast. Transfer by motorized dugout canoe for the 5 minute trip to Dolphin Island Lodge on the Island of Uaguitupo, in the San Blas Archipelago. |
 
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| The Lodge has capacity for 26 guests. Dolphin Island Lodge has outside fresh water showers and toilets, also 3 comfortable double size beds in each Kuna style thatched roof cabin. When you have settled in, a breakfast will be waiting for you in the bohio dinning room. Lunch and dinner will feature delicious San Blas seafood. Tour to the neighboring Island of Achutupo to observe the Indian culture. The afternoon is free to snorkel in the surrounding reefs or just relax in a hammock slung between two palm trees. |
| Day 4 - Tuesday - Panama City - Through the Ages - (B,L,D) | |
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| Today you will enjoy a tour of Historical Panama City and the Canal Locks. First it is off to the historical regions of Old Panama which was founded in 1516 by the Spaniards and destroyed in 1671 by the Welsh pirate Henry Morgan. This will be followed with visits to the major sites including the fascinating "Museum of the Interoceanic Waterway" where it is possible to get a glimpse of the true cost (both financial and human) of the Panama Canal. Next it is time for a typical Panama-style lunch at a restaurant in the Handicraft Market. Finally, it is off to the Panama Canal Miraflores Locks on the Pacific side of the canal for a bird's eye view of the operation of the locks. |
| Day 5 - Wednesday - Bocas del Toro - (B,L,D) | |
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In a land already rich in colourful biological and cultural diversity, one
isolated area stands out. On the remote northwest coast of Panama on the
border with Costa Rica is the archipelago of Bocas del Toro, visited by Christopher Colombus on his
fourth and final voyage to the New World in 1502. The islands have provided
a protected anchorage for ships throughout history and many famous pirates
have sought sanctuary here.
Bocas del Toro has had a see-saw existence over the years. Founded in the early 1800's by Scottish and American Slavers, exploited by the Banana Barons at the turn of the century and finally finding its niche in the world of ecotourism. More than a dozen coral reefs protect a marine environment unequaled in most of the Caribbean because of its remote location. From October to April, four of the world's eight species of sea turtles nest in and around the Bastimentos National Park. |
 
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| Two night stay at the Mangrove Inn an eco-resort built over the sea. The resort comprises of wooden cabins, built in the old caribbean architectural style, on stilts over the water, accessed by wooden walk ways. The cabins have private bathrooms and a balcony facing the sea. For scuba divers we have arranged 2 days of diving. |
| Day 6 - Thursday - Bocas del Toro - (B,L,D) | |
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| Whilst the scuba divers are off exploring the underwater wonders of the amazing reef around Bocas del Toro, non-divers will enjoy boat excursions around the area. |
| Day 7 - Friday - Bocas del Toro/Panama City - (B,L,D) | |
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| There are several indigenous tribes in the Bocas del Toro area including, Teribe, Bokota and Guaymi Indians. A visit will be made to a native village to learn about a completely different culture and way of life. Late afternoon return to Panama City for another overnight stay. |
| Day 8 - Saturday - Panama Canal Transit - (B,L,D) |
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Partial Transit (See Special Departure Tours below)
Transfer from the hotel to the docks for your boat trip on the Panama Canal. Enter the Miraflores Locks where you can get a close up view of the workings of the canal as the boat is lifted to 56 feet above sea level. Next the boat moves into Miraflores Lake before cruising out to Panama Bay and back to the Pacific anchorage of the canal. In Panama Bay you will get a great view of the Panama City skyline, a bird sanctuary on Flamenco Island and other ships awaiting transit. |
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Chiva Parrandera Night Tour
After dinner you can choose whether you wish to relax at the hotel or join the Chiva Parrandera Party Bus, specially designed to carry a Murga Band (typical Panamanian band)) that plays Latin and Salsa music whilst the bus is driven around the main zones of the City. All the seats have a bar system that holds glasses ad bottles in order not to loose even a drop of the Open Bar of Rum and Seco which is included in the tour. Drink, dance and meet new friends. The tour guide will be happy to suggest some good discos for those who want to carry on partying when the trip ends about 11.00 pm. |
| Day 9 - Sunday - Contadora Island - (B,L,D) | |
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Transfer to the domestic airport in Panama City for the 17 minute commuter flight to Contadora
Island - the crown jewel of the Pearl Islands - chosen by the Shah of Iran
for his home when he was exiled. Contadora attracts people from all around the World offering luxury accommodations, gourmet dining, entertainment, golf, tennis and 16 glorious beaches. The waters of the Pearl Islands offer great scuba diving and some of the world's best salt water fishing. |
 
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2 nights / 3 days at the fabulous, ALL-INCLUSIVE, CONTADORA RESORT situated on
the most perfect Pacific Coast beach imaginable. All meals, all local drinks, entertainment and non-motorised aquatic sports, sport areas with equipment and participation in activities organised by hotel staff is included.
SCUBA DIVERS : There is a full service dive center right next door to Contadora Island Resort. |
| Day 11 - Tuesday - Back to Panama City - (B,L,D) | |
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Most of the day free on Contadora Island before returning to Panama City and a final overnight stay at
Hotel Costa del Sol.
FOLKLORIC NIGHT SHOW AND DINNER As this is your last evening there will be a Farewell Dinner at a typical Panama restaurant where there will be a show including muscians and dancers wearing the unique "Pollera" a hand made cotton dress complemented with precious body and head jewelry. | |
| Day 12 - Wednesday - Departure - (B) | |
| Transfer from the hotel to the airport in time to connect with your homebound flights. | |
| Panama: Coast to Coast Adventure Tour - 2001 Rates | ||
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| Room Type | Partial Canal Transit Tours | Full Canal Transit Tours |
| Double | 1,449 | 1,499 |
| Single | 1,749 | 1,799 |
| PLEASE NOTE: | ALL RATES ARE PER PERSON IN US DOLLARS BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANCY. | |
| DEPARTURES: | Every Saturday with a minimum of 2 people. Itinerary can be amended to your own specifications. Single rates are applicable when 2 or more people wish to travel together but prefer to have separate accommodations. | |
| INCLUDES: | All accommodations, meals as listed (see note below), road transfers, tours, guide fees, domestic fligths to San Blas Islands, Bocos del Toro and Contadora Island. | |
| HOTEL TAXES: | All our rates automatically INCLUDE the Hotel Taxes and Service Charges where applicable. | |
| NOT INCLUDED: | Beverages, telephone, laundry and other incidental charges. | |
| INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS: | International flights to/from Panama are not included in the above prices. However we do have a special arrangment for bulk discounted air fares - Check out Getting to Panama for some great rates! Domestic flights ARE included. | |
| MEAL PLAN: | Full board (all meals) are included. from Dinner on Day 1 to Breakfast on Day 12 | |
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