Discover Panama
Completed in 1914, the Panama Canal revolutionized international trade by bridging the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans between the Americas.
But there is so much more to this isthmus nation, as you will discover on your in-depth expedition. Explore bustling Panama City and hike El Valle de Antón. Then focus your attention on the exotic wildlife as you come face to face with the variety of birds and animals on a canoe ride down the Río Chagres and as you explore one of the lush parks that surround the city.
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Day 1: Fly to Panama
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 2: Panama City
Visit Panamá Viejo, the ruins from pirate attacks on the original Panama City
Take a tour of Casco Viejo
Visit the Biomuseo
Take a group photo by the Panama sign on the Amador Causeway
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Day 3: Panama City • El Valle de Antón
Take a day trip to El Valle de Antón
Visit a pineapple farm
Explore hiking trails en El Valle de Antón
See a youth folklore dance show
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Day 4: Panama City • Gatun Lake
Take a boat ride on Gatun Lake in the Panama Canal where you will learn about the different species on Monkey Island
Enjoy a hike in one of the parks that surround Panama City
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Day 5: Panama City
Stop for a photo at the Panama Canal Administration Building
Participate in a cultural exchange with locals
Visit the Miraflores Visitor Center at the Panama Canal
Hike to the top of Ancon Hill for a stunning view of the Panama City skyline
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Day 6: Panama City • Chagres National Park
Take a day trip to Chagres National Park
Take a canoe ride on the Rio Chagres
Visit an Emberá indigenous village
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Day 7: Panama City • Portobelo
Take a day trip to the Caribbean Coast
Go snorkeling
Visit the Portobelo Ruins
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Day 8: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 8: Panama City • Cartagena
Fly to Cartagena, Colombia
Take a walking tour of Cartagena
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Day 9: Cartagena
Take a guided tour of historic Cartagena
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Convento de la Popa
- San Felipe de Barajas Castle
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Cooking Class in Cartagena
Dive into the delicious flavors of classic Colombian dishes. An expert local chef will introduce you to local ingredients, take you through the preparation, and explain the varied styles that make up Colombian cuisine. Then, sit down to dine and enjoy your the fruits of your labor.
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Day 10: Cartagena • Barú Island
Take a day trip to the beach at Barú Island
Enjoy lunch on the beach
Enjoy a dinner experience that includes traditional music or dancing
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Day 11: Depart for home
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Day 1: Fly to Panama
Meet your Tour Director at the airport -
Day 2: Panama City
Visit Panamá Viejo, the ruins from pirate attacks on the original Panama City
Take a tour of Casco Viejo
Visit the Biomuseo
Take a group photo by the Panama sign on the Amador Causeway
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Day 3: Panama City • El Valle de Antón
Take a day trip to El Valle de Antón
Visit a pineapple farm
Explore hiking trails en El Valle de Antón
See a youth folklore dance show
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Day 4: Panama City • Gatun Lake
Take a boat ride on Gatun Lake in the Panama Canal where you will learn about the different species on Monkey Island
Enjoy a hike in one of the parks that surround Panama City
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Day 5: Panama City
Stop for a photo at the Panama Canal Administration Building
Participate in a cultural exchange with locals
Visit the Miraflores Visitor Center at the Panama Canal
Hike to the top of Ancon Hill for a stunning view of the Panama City skyline
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Day 6: Panama City • Chagres National Park
Take a day trip to Chagres National Park
Take a canoe ride on the Rio Chagres
Visit an Emberá indigenous village
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Day 7: Panama City • Portobelo
Take a day trip to the Caribbean Coast
Go snorkeling
Visit the Portobelo Ruins
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Day 8: Depart for home
Add 3 more days
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Day 8: Panama City • Cartagena
Fly to Cartagena, Colombia
Take a walking tour of Cartagena
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Day 9: Cartagena
Take a guided tour of historic Cartagena
With your expert local guide you will visit:
- Convento de la Popa
- San Felipe de Barajas Castle
Explore on your own orAdd this in-depth excursion:
Cooking Class in Cartagena
Dive into the delicious flavors of classic Colombian dishes. An expert local chef will introduce you to local ingredients, take you through the preparation, and explain the varied styles that make up Colombian cuisine. Then, sit down to dine and enjoy your the fruits of your labor.
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Day 10: Cartagena • Barú Island
Take a day trip to the beach at Barú Island
Enjoy lunch on the beach
Enjoy a dinner experience that includes traditional music or dancing
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Day 11: Depart for home
I cannot say enough good things about our trip to Panama. Our students were engaged all of the time, learning and having fun all at once. Our tour guide was the best I have ever experienced, and I have ...Fabulous Trip
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Your experience includes
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Airfare & transportation
Round-trip flights on major carriers; comfortable motorcoach
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Hotels
7 overnight stays in hotels with private bathrooms (10 with extension)
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Regional-style meals
Dinner on arrival day; breakfast and dinner on days 2, 4, and 5 (and days 8-9 with extension); 3 meals daily on days 3, 6, and 7 (and day 10 with extension); breakfast on departure day
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Guided sightseeing
1 sightseeing tour led by your Tour Director (2 with extension; 1 sightseeing tour led by a licensed local guide with extension)
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Entrances
Panamá Viejo ruins and museum; Biomuseo; pineapple farm; El Valle de Antón hiking trails; folklore dance show; park visit and hike; Gatun Lake boat ride; local exchange; Miraflores Visitor Center; Emberá Indigenous village; snorkeling adventure; with extension: Convento de la Popa; San Felipe de Barajas Castle; Barú Island; dinner experience
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Experiential learning
Local exchange; Emberá indigenous village
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Full-time Tour Director
Your culturally connected Tour Director is with your group 24/7, providing deep local insight while handling all on-tour logistics.
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Expert Local Guides
Your expert local guides are natural historians, adding cultural insight and global perspective on your sightseeing tours.
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Continuous Support
Your dedicated EF team helps you every step of the way—from recruiting and enrolling travelers to planning and managing your tour.
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Worldwide Presence
EF has over 500 schools and offices in more than 50 countries worldwide so wherever you go, we're there too.
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24-hour Emergency Service
Travelers and their families can count on EF's dedicated emergency service team.
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Peace of Mind Program
Feel secure knowing your group can change their destination or travel dates due to unforeseen circumstances. Learn more about your flexible options at eftours.com/peaceofmind.
Lowest price
Price is valid for students under the age of 20 at the time of travel that room in triples and quads. Minimum participation is required. Change and cancellation fees of up to the total price will apply. Applicable airline baggage fees are not included and can be found at www.eftours.com/baggage. Program price is valid today only.
Price displayed includes a $200 Early Enrollment Discount; restrictions apply. To determine if you qualify, please contact your Tour Consultant. Discount is only valid for tours departing between 10/1/2023 and 9/30/2025.
