Historic Portobelo Ruins Canal Expansion & the Transcontinental Train Ride Tour

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Historic Portobelo Ruins Canal Expansion & the Transcontinental Train Ride TourHistoric Portobelo Ruins Canal Expansion & the Transcontinental Train Ride TourHistoric Portobelo Ruins Canal Expansion & the Transcontinental Train Ride Tour
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Free CancellationMin 2 participantsPickup availableInstant confirmationGuided

Why we love it?

This full-day guided tour explores Panama’s rich history and engineering feats, beginning in Panama City and traveling to Portobelo to visit its UNESCO-listed ruins that reflect the region’s colonial past. You’ll then head to Agua Clara, the Panama Canal Expansion visitor center, where you can learn about the canal’s technology and historical significance. The itinerary includes a ride on the transcontinental train back to Panama City, offering a unique perspective on the country’s landscape and infrastructure, though the train service is currently unavailable until further notice. Hotel pickup and drop-off, a certified local guide, all entry fees, and bottled water are included, making it suitable for travelers interested in history, engineering, and cultural heritage.

Inclusions

  • Certified Local Tour guide
  • Hotel Pick-up and drop-off services
  • All taxes, fee and handling charges
  • Bottled water
  • All Entry / Admissions fees to all sites and attractions
  • Lunch stop (out of pocket expenses)

Exclusions

  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities

Itinerary

From Panama City to Portobelo

Departure from Panama City to Portobelo taking the north toll road and drive through Portobelo National Park.

Portobelo Town and attractions – Duration 1 hour 30 minutes

Visit Portobelo, drive through Portobelo National Park to the town, visit the ruins of Portobelo and walk through the town. visit San Geronimo fort and Santiago Battery,

The Black Christ Church

The former Custom house (if opened)

The Museum (if opened).

Agua Clara – Duration 1 hour

Visit the Panama Canal expansion tourist center to discover the engineering behind the new set of locks and watch the Post Panama boats going through the lock’s chambers.

The Panama Canal train – Duration 1 hour

Board the train, seat comfortably and enjoy the ride to Panama City along with the sceneries of the canal, once in Panama City your transportation will be available to take you back to your hotel.

Lunch Stop

 A lunch stop of 1 hour is included at your own pocket expenses

Please Note

  • Available Languages:  English & FrançaisDifficulty level: EasyPlease noteConfirmation will be received at time of booking,
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Some terrains are not wheelchair accessible
  • Some terrains are not stroller accessible
  • Infant seats are unavailable in Transportation
  • This tour will have a maximum of 10 travelers.
  • This tour runs rain or shine.

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 2 days before start

Non-refundable after 2 days before start

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