SHORTLIST

Independent Panama with the Pacific Coast

9 days from Panama City to Panama City
This Globus Independent tour begins in Panama City. Here, on the isthmus linking Central and South America, you’ll explore the colonial-style architecture of Casco Antiguo and hear the fascinating history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cruise in the waters of the Panama Canal to follow in the historic wake of some 14,000 ships that traverse the engineering marvel each year. Venture into Gamboa Rainforest Resort in the heart of Soberania National Park. Cruise up the Chagres River in a dugout can to visit an Emberá Indian Village where ancient dances, mystical ceremonies, and medicinal plants are a way of life. Take some well-deserved I-time in Gamboa to fish, birdwatch, or kick back at the pool or spa. Follow your independent spirit even further on the Pacific Coast of Panama to enjoy resort life between the lush tropical forests and white sand beaches. Take some I-time for yourself to kayak, raft, surf, or dive!
All This. Included
Your Globus Independent tour gives you the freedom to explore with the I-time you crave–with all the perks you'd expect from Globus. We take care of the details with included accommodations, daily breakfasts, select guided sightseeing, transportation and transfers between each city on your tour, and a Local Host in each city to assist you when needed. We’ll also handle flight arrangements and airport transfers at the beginning and end of your tour, if you wish.
Tour details
Tour Provider Globus
Price From
$4,089
Number of Days
9
Start Location
End Location
Age Range
Avg. 40+
Group Size
20 to 44
Tour Style
Comfort
Tour Themes
No specific theme
Physical Rating
Easy to Moderate
Itinerary Open all
ARRIVE IN PANAMA CITY, PANAMA

• Arrive in beautiful, colorful, and vibrant Panama City. Built in 1519 by Pedro Arias de Avila, a Spanish conquistador who made it his base for plundering Peru’s riches, Panama today remains one of the central hubs for commerce and trade in the Americas. Panama offers diverse natural wonders, a melting pot of cultures and historical as well as modern cityscapes.

PANAMA CITY

• After breakfast, your private city tour visits Casco Antiguo, the colonial area and oldest sector of modern Panama City, founded in 1673 and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This historic district was built as a protected walled city after Panama City was burned down in a pirate attack in 1671. Here, see the restored colonial buildings, churches, and historical monuments.
• Next, visit the Miraflores Locks at the Panama Canal to witness this engineering genius in operation. During your guided tour, learn about the history of the canal and its construction, and observe transiting vessels navigating the locks from just a few feet away.

(B)

PANAMA CITY–GAMBOA RAINFOREST RESORT
• Today, a special treat is in store when you board a vessel for a Panama Canal partial transit. Your boat will enter the canal at the Gailard Cut, where the Chagres River flows into the canal and where the canal was carved through the Continental Divide. Enter the Pedro Miguel Locks, where your vessel will be lowered approximately 30 feet into Miraflores Lake. Continue to the Miraflores Locks to be lowered almost 60 feet to the Pacific Ocean.

Please note: the day of operation for the Panama Canal transit may vary based on seasonality, weather conditions, and availability. When the transit is not available as scheduled on day 3, it will be confirmed on an alternate day.

• Disembark your ship and head to Gamboa Rainforest Resort within Soberania National Park.

(B,L)

GAMBOA RAINFOREST RESORT

• Enjoy a free day to take advantage of the resort’s many activities.

(B)

TODAY’S I-TIME TIPS
Perhaps take an aerial tram tour above the canopy, go fishing, birding or visit the sloth sanctuary. Alternatively, simply relax by the pool or at the spa.


GAMBOA RAINFOREST RESORT

• An enchanting journey takes you deep into the dense jungles of the Chagres, where the Emberá Indians have lived for centuries. The adventure begins with a river cruise up the Chagres in dugout cans, the Emberá traditional hand-carved boats.
• Upon arrival at the Indian village, you will be taken back in time as you are immersed in ancient Emberá cultural dances and music that have not changed much since Columbus arrived in the 1500s. The Emberás will give you a glimpse into their mystical rituals and amazing knowledge of medicinal plants and other natural remedies. The Indians will invite you to explore the area’s abundant variety of birds and wildlife during a trek that takes you through the untouched jungle and past sparkling waterfalls.
• Top off your visit with a typical lunch in the village.

(B,L)

GAMBOA RAINFOREST RESORT–PANAMA CITY–PACIFIC COAST

• Journey to the Pacific side of Panama for some relaxation time on the beach at a deluxe all-inclusive resort. Nestled between lush, tropical forests and white-sand beaches, this is the perfect way to end your vacation.

(B,L,D)

PACIFIC COAST

• Enjoy two free days at your all-inclusive hotel to explore on your own.

(B,L,D)

Today’s I-Time Tips
You may choose to spend some time by the pool or at the spa. Alternatively, the more adventurous may opt for kayaking the Pacific, rafting, surfing, or diving.


PACIFIC COAST
Free day.

(B,L,D)

PACIFIC COAST

Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.

(B)

Inclusions
  • Buffet breakfast daily; 5 lunches; 3 dinners
Departure dates
All pp pricing is based on twin share occupancy. Single supplements will apply
Start End Availability Price NZD
01 May 2025 09 May 2025 PleaseCall $4,089
08 May 2025 16 May 2025 PleaseCall $4,089
15 May 2025 23 May 2025 PleaseCall $4,089
22 May 2025 30 May 2025 PleaseCall $4,089
05 Jun 2025 13 Jun 2025 PleaseCall $4,089
12 Jun 2025 20 Jun 2025 Available $4,089
19 Jun 2025 27 Jun 2025 Available $4,089
26 Jun 2025 04 Jul 2025 Available $4,089
03 Jul 2025 11 Jul 2025 Available $4,089
10 Jul 2025 18 Jul 2025 Available $4,089
17 Jul 2025 25 Jul 2025 Available $4,089
24 Jul 2025 01 Aug 2025 Available $4,089
31 Jul 2025 08 Aug 2025 Available $4,089
07 Aug 2025 15 Aug 2025 Available $4,089
14 Aug 2025 22 Aug 2025 Available $4,089
21 Aug 2025 29 Aug 2025 Available $4,089
28 Aug 2025 05 Sep 2025 Available $4,089
04 Sep 2025 12 Sep 2025 Available $4,089
11 Sep 2025 19 Sep 2025 Available $4,089
18 Sep 2025 26 Sep 2025 Available $4,089
25 Sep 2025 03 Oct 2025 Available $4,089
02 Oct 2025 10 Oct 2025 Available $4,089
09 Oct 2025 17 Oct 2025 Available $4,089
16 Oct 2025 24 Oct 2025 Available $4,089
23 Oct 2025 31 Oct 2025 Available $4,089
30 Oct 2025 07 Nov 2025 Available $4,089
06 Nov 2025 14 Nov 2025 Available $4,089
13 Nov 2025 21 Nov 2025 Available $4,089
20 Nov 2025 28 Nov 2025 Available $4,089
27 Nov 2025 05 Dec 2025 Available $4,089
04 Dec 2025 12 Dec 2025 Available $4,089
11 Dec 2025 19 Dec 2025 Available $4,089
15 Jan 2026 23 Jan 2026 Available $4,669
22 Jan 2026 30 Jan 2026 Available $4,669
29 Jan 2026 06 Feb 2026 Available $4,669
05 Feb 2026 13 Feb 2026 Available $4,669
12 Feb 2026 20 Feb 2026 Available $4,669
19 Feb 2026 27 Feb 2026 Available $4,669
26 Feb 2026 06 Mar 2026 Available $4,669
05 Mar 2026 13 Mar 2026 Available $4,669
12 Mar 2026 20 Mar 2026 Available $4,669
19 Mar 2026 27 Mar 2026 Available $4,409
26 Mar 2026 03 Apr 2026 Available $4,409