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It may feature the famous and dynamic capital, an unforgettable canal cruise and the sands of Playa Blanca but this trip also takes you beyond all that to meet locals in villages and the rainforest.You'll enjoy Insider moments like... learning about the biodiversity of the Panama Canal with a Smithsonian researcher who explains of the environmental impact of the canal across its 90 years of history.

Panama the Canal and Beyond Summer 2017

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Summarized Tour Details

Tour Duration:	8 Days
Depart From:	Basilica
Arrive in:	Panama City
Tour Style:	Hidden Journey
Tour Type:	Escorted
Tour Supplier:	Trafalgar
Meal Description:	7 full breakfasts. 2 lunches 3 dinners.

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Departure Date	Return Date	Price(CAD)

2017-01-13	2017-01-20	3947.00
2017-01-13	2017-01-20	2897.00
2017-01-13	2017-01-20	2572.00
2017-01-27	2017-02-03	3947.00
2017-01-27	2017-02-03	2897.00
2017-01-27	2017-02-03	2572.00
2017-02-10	2017-02-17	3947.00
2017-02-10	2017-02-17	2897.00
2017-02-10	2017-02-17	2572.00
2017-03-17	2017-03-24	3947.00
2017-03-17	2017-03-24	2897.00
2017-03-17	2017-03-24	2572.00
2017-03-31	2017-04-07	3947.00
2017-03-31	2017-04-07	2897.00
2017-03-31	2017-04-07	2572.00
2017-04-07	2017-04-14	3947.00
2017-04-07	2017-04-14	2897.00
2017-04-07	2017-04-14	2572.00
2017-04-21	2017-04-28	3947.00
2017-04-21	2017-04-28	2897.00
2017-04-21	2017-04-28	2572.00
2017-05-05	2017-05-12	3947.00
2017-05-05	2017-05-12	2897.00
2017-05-05	2017-05-12	2572.00
2017-05-19	2017-05-26	3947.00
2017-05-19	2017-05-26	2897.00
2017-05-19	2017-05-26	2572.00
2017-10-06	2017-10-13	3947.00
2017-10-06	2017-10-13	2897.00
2017-10-06	2017-10-13	2572.00
2017-10-20	2017-10-27	3947.00
2017-10-20	2017-10-27	2897.00
2017-10-20	2017-10-27	2572.00
2017-11-03	2017-11-10	3947.00
2017-11-03	2017-11-10	2897.00
2017-11-03	2017-11-10	2572.00
2017-12-08	2017-12-15	3947.00
2017-12-08	2017-12-15	2897.00
2017-12-08	2017-12-15	2572.00

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Panama

Overview
Itinerary
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Trip Highlights
Trip Summary

Day : 1

Arrive Panama City (2 Nights)

Number of Days : 1

Bienvenidos a Panama, Central America's most beautiful gem and home to the eponymous Canal. You are greeted at the airport by a local host and transferred to your hotel overlooking the Bay of Panama, just steps away from Calle Uruguay with its many popular restaurants and shops. This evening, join your fellow travel companions and your Travel Director at the hotel for a Welcome Reception.Welcome Reception

Day : 2

Panama Canal Cruise and Free Time

Number of Days : 1

Board your vessel and cruise the Canal, Panama's premier attraction. As you enter the most important waterway in the world, cruise down from the north end of the Galliard Cut, where the Chagres River flows into the Canal, and witness firsthand the engineering wonder of the Pedro Miguel and Miraflores Locks, the final set before reaching the Pacific Ocean. Cruise over the Continental Divide and under the Centennial Bridge and Bridge of the Americas. Snacks and lunch are included onboard. Once in the beautiful Bay of Panama, prepare for the best views of Panama City's modern, fast-changing skyline. Afterward, your time is free for independent activities. Enjoy the evening in Panama City to sample local cuisine. Note: The start time of the canal cruise is dependent on ship traffic and in some instances the trip may operate in the afternoon.Full Breakfast, Lunch

Day : 3

Panama City Sightseeing – Gamboa Rainforest (2 Nights)

Number of Days : 1

Discover Panama City's role long before the Canal put it on the map. Visit Panama Viejo, site of the ruins of the original Panama City before it was sacked by pirate Henry Morgan. Next, wander the quaint streets of Casco Antiguo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, in Panama's Historic District. Afterward, make a stop at the Miraflores Locks Visitor Center and Canal Museum. Then head for the lush vegetation and tropical climate of the rainforest. Once at your resort, join a guide on an exciting nature walk and aerial tram ride. Glide smoothly through the treetops and possibly spot birds and animals that inhabit the rainforest canopy. Visit the Observation Tower and admire the panoramic views of the Chagres River and Panama Canal. After dinner, join a discussion with a Smithsonian researcher, a Local Specialist, and learn more about the diversity of Panama.Full Breakfast, Dinner

Day : 4

Gamboa Rainforest Sightseeing and Free Time

Number of Days : 1

Embark on a different kind of water adventure and meet your boteros (boatmen) at the edge of the Chagres National Park. Enjoy a ride up river through the jungle, possibly sighting toucans, sloths and monkeys. Arriving at the village of Emberá Drua, you are met with a traditional greeting and will learn about the Emberá Indians' fascinating culture, lifestyle and crafts. Enjoy a Cultural Insight as you taste delicious and traditional patacones (fried plantains) with small samples of fried fish or chicken. Then, listen to local music and watch traditional shamanic dances. Back at the resort, the afternoon is free.Full Breakfast

Day : 5

Gamboa Rainforest – David – Cerro Punta – Boquete (2 Nights)

Number of Days : 1

Fly to David and travel up the mountain slopes of the Chiriquí Province. At Cerro Punta, take in the superb views of Volcán Barú, a dormant but prominent volcano and the tallest mountain in Panama. An exclusive Be My Guest lunch awaits at a thoroughbred breeding farm situated in Cerro Punta Valley, one of the most beautiful scenic jewels in the country. As guests of the owners-one of Panama's most prominent families-explore the farm and learn how they breed these magnificent horses in a chemical-free environment. Later, arrive at the mountain resort of Boquete in beautiful Valle Escondido.Full Breakfast, Be My Guest Dining

Day : 6

Boquete Sightseeing and Free Time

Number of Days : 1

Visit a coffee plantation and learn how coffee in Panama is making a grand entrance on to the world stage of gourmet grounds with several award-winning, estate-grown varietals. Learn about the coffee-making process with a Local Specialist and see the Ngobe-Bugle, an indigenous group who hand-pick the red coffee berries when they are perfectly ripe. The rest of the day is free in the Valley of Flowers to do some exploring before dinner. Full Breakfast, Dinner

Day : 7

Boquete – Santiago – Nata – Playa Blanca

Number of Days : 1

Descend from the Chiriquí Highlands to the Inter-American Highway, the Central American section of the Pan-American Highway. Stop in Santiago for lunch on your own. Then it's on to Aguadulce and Natá in Coclé Province, the heart of Panama's sugar cane industry. In Natá, view the beautiful basilica, said to be the oldest church in Central America. Arrive at your resort, nestled alongside the Pacific Ocean. This evening, recount cherished memories of your Panama holiday with newfound friends at a festive Farewell Dinner.Full Breakfast, Farewell Dinner

Day : 8

Playa Blanca – Depart Panama City

Number of Days : 1

In the morning, depart Playa Blanca for your transfer to Panama City International Airport or choose to extend your stay in Playa Bonita. Full Breakfast

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