10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Colon Province That You Shouldn't Miss

Enjoy the Caribbean Coast of Panama and on the same day before nightfall, you will be able to have dinner on the Pacific. Part of this incredible adventure, is the crossing in front of the two locks of the Panama Canal, on the Caribbean side, to then go to the region known as La Costa Abajo de Colón, and thus, enter the jungle of San Lorenzo National Park and travel in time and transport us to the time of the conquistadors and the pirates' journeys in search of the riches that transited Panama from the lands of South America. On our way by car through this Caribbean jungle, we may observe, the passage of some of the species of mammals, birds or reptiles that inhabit the reserve. At the Castillo del Chagres, as it was known at Fort San Lorenzo, it is the place where we make a walk among its ruins, silent witnesses of a unique time in the history of the world, and that rest peacefully, facing the imposing view of the Caribbean Sea and the mouth of the Chagres River.

Inclusions: Lunch, Snacks, Bottled water, Soda/Pop, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Breakfast, Alcoholic Beverages, Private transportation

The focus is on making sure that you fall in love with the Isthmus of Panama, through its people, culture and history. Learn each every single factors that make Panama a great nation. Who are the main actors in the writing of Panama history, where and how it all started. Travel back in time to each period for each major events that took place in the past and come back to the present to better understand who we truly are. This tour runs with a minimum of 4 participants.

Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Landing and facility fees, Bottled water

Exclusions: WiFi on board, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Gratuities, Personal expenses, Liquor

A mutli-experiences type of Excursion, that takes you back in time and fast forward to the present in seconds. National Park, lake, waterfall, wildlife and the indigenous village are what make this a breathtaking Adventure. Together with the villagers explore the Lake Alajuela aboard empirical canoes, be welcome by the melody of drum, flute all-natural musical instrument to relax your senses and intensifies the experience. A real and unique excursion, where you can connect with nature and fall in love with your surroundings. Let yourself be amazed by their lifestyles, homes, museum, school, culture and tradition. Handcrafted items are available as souvenirs you may want to purchase and to top off your experience you may have a traditional embera tattoo, it is non-permanent, the ink is made out off of a fruit and no needle is used.

Inclusions: Landing and facility fees, Lunch, Bottled water, Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, National Park fees, All Activities, Certified Tour Guide on board, Live Commentary on board, Entry/Admission - To the village

Exclusions: Gratuities, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Alcoholic Beverages

Live the experience of knowing one of the wonders of the modern world. It is something unique and exciting.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Services not specified in the program

Visit three different cities and three different centuries on this fascinating tour of Panama. Journey to the world heritage site of Portobelo where you can see the ruins of this once wealthy city. Then it’s onto the Panama Canal, which connects the Atlantic and Pacific coasts. Complete your tour with a picturesque train ride from Colon to Panama City. This day tour throughout Panama brings you history, culture, technology and more. Be sure you don’t miss out! This tour runs with a minimum of 4 participants.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, All taxes, fees and handling charges

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Gratuities

Get to travel in the first transcontinental railroad. Since 1501, when the Spaniards landed in the Isthmuss of Panamá, Panamá has been a natural transit route to cross from one ocean to the other. The construction began in august 1850 on the mainland around Monkey Hill (Mount Hope). Visit the new locks of the Panama Canal, see the boats go through the Agua Clara Locks and how this new system works. Small group of 3 people in the vehicule. Note: tour not available on January 1, 8, 9; February (carnival, it change every year, you may need to contact us first), November 2, 3, 4, 5, 10, 28 and December 8, 24, 25 and 31.

Inclusions: Bottled water, In the train you will be provide with a small box of Snacks., Wifi at the vehicule, Hand Sanitizer at the vehicule

Exclusions: Breakfast, Drinks, Gratuities, Railway Fee, Agua Clara Visitor Center Fee

During your time in Panama, learn a bit about the indigenous Emberá people on this private day trip from Panama City to a village in the rainforest, which you'll reach by riverboat. You will be welcomed and immersed into the local culture as you interact with members of the Emberá community, enjoy traditional music and dancing, and have an opportunity to purchase their beautiful handmade crafts.

Inclusions: Lunch, All activities, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Gratuities

This unique tour of the Panama Canal goes from the Pacific to the Atlantic ocean as you see the canal from the water and by foot. An exciting boat ride down the canal will introduce you to the transiting ships as well as the abundant wildlife on its shores, followed by a visit to Fort San Lorenzo and the new Agua Clara Locks. This is not a TRANSIT tour, we wont travel by boat inside the locks.

Inclusions: Panama Canal boat ride (90 minutes), Bottled water, Lunch, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (select hotels only), Transport by air-conditioned minibus

Exclusions: Gratuities, Due to heavy traffic, no free pickup from hotels located near Amador Causeway, Clayton (City of Knowledge) Playa Bonita. Separate transportation for the an extra charge, Playa Blanca, or Rio Hato, Metromall or Tocumen Airport need to arrange own transportation, Insect repellent, This is not a TRANSIT tour, we wont travel by boat inside the locks.

Starting this adventure aboard the Panama Railway is one of the great train journeys in the world. In addition to its colorful history, the railway follows a scenic route through the Isthmus of Panama. Then we invite you invite you to discover the fortresses of the Spaniards on the Atlantic Coast of Panama, you will observe the architectural wonder of the colonial era, the great nature that borders the fortresses. we will walk where the soldiers of the Spanish kingdom were defending the passage through the community of chagres that constitute a magnificent example of the military architecture of the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries. Later we will visit Portobelo which is a natural port and a village located in the Republic of Panama. It was one of the most important towns in America. At the end we will close with a stop at the famous Playa la Angosta where you can swim in the waters of the Atlantic Ocean of the Panamanian Caribbean

Inclusions: Bottled water, Please indicate whether you take sugar-free or normal soda, Train ticket, ticket to San Lorenzo, Certified guide, Promotion every child from 0 to 11 years old will only pay at $ 50.00 surcharge in cash or credit card

Exclusions: Lunch, Alcoholic Beverages, Coffee and/or Tea

Experience a Panama Canal Full Transit Tour navigating from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean in one day. Enjoy the comfort of being in a small vessel and get really close to the Panama Canal's operation.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Professional guide, Snacks in the afternoon, Unlimited sodas and waters, Bus transportation from Colon back to Panama, Roundtrip hotel transfer

Exclusions: Alcoholic beverages onboard