Panama Canal & City Tour with Hotel Pickup & Canal Entry Included
Overview
Our experience is designed for travelers who want to see the very best of Panama City in a smooth, organized, and stress-free way. What makes this tour unique is our precise timing at the Panama Canal to ensure you watch ships crossing live — the highlight of every visit.
We combine iconic city landmarks, a guided walk through the historic Old Town, and a quick photo stop at the famous Panama Sign, giving you the perfect balance of culture, history, and unforgettable views.
With certified bilingual guides, comfortable transportation, and years of experience operating award-winning tours, we focus on personal attention, punctuality, and creating memorable moments for families, couples, and cruise travelers.
You will never feel rushed, and every detail is handled for you — just relax and enjoy Panama.
Choose your preferred option — with or without Panama Canal entry ticket — and enjoy the experience your way.
What's Included
- Panama Sign photo stop
- Fresh water will be available to refill your reusable bottles. No plastic bottles will be provided.
- Panama Canal Visitor Center entry ticket
- We can now accept up to 30 travelers per booking
- Private or Shared Full Transportation, based on your selected option
- AC vehicle with water and snacks on board
- 1 hour Casco Antiguo (Old Town) walking tour
- Certified Professional Local Guides
- Meals
Meeting and Pickup
Important Pick-Up & Drop-Off InformationHotel pick-up and drop-off are included for hotels and accommodations located within our Panama City pickup area.No meeting point is required for guests staying within the included pickup area.Morning tour pick-ups normally take place between 7:00 AM and 7:30 AM, depending on your hotel location.Afternoon pickup times are confirmed according to the selected departure and hotel location.Please select your hotel or accommodation when making your reservation.Cruise-port pickup is available only when the corresponding Amador Cruise Port pickup option is selected or arranged in advance.Pickup from Tocumen Airport, airport-area hotels, Costa del Este, Gamboa and Playa Bonita is not included in the standard shared-tour option unless specifically arranged.Your exact pickup time will be confirmed before the tour.
What To Expect
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Panama City
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Miraflores Visitor Center
1 hour 45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Monumento a Goethals (pass by)
Biomuseo (pass by)
Panamá Sign
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Casco Viejo
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Metropolitan Cathedral Basilica of Santa Maria the Ancient (pass by)
France Square (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Panama Sign photo stop.
- Fresh water will be available to refill your reusable bottles. No plastic bottles will be provided.
- Panama Canal Visitor Center entry ticket.
- We can now accept up to 30 travelers per booking.
- Private or Shared Full Transportation, based on your selected option.
- AC vehicle with water and snacks on board.
- 1 hour Casco Antiguo (Old Town) walking tour.
- Certified Professional Local Guides.
- Meals.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Panama Canal & City Tour with Hotel Pickup & Canal Entry Included is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Panama Canal & City Tour with Hotel Pickup & Canal Entry Included will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Panama Sign photo stop
- Fresh water will be available to refill your reusable bottles. No plastic bottles will be provided.
- Panama Canal Visitor Center entry ticket
- We can now accept up to 30 travelers per booking
- Private or Shared Full Transportation, based on your selected option
- AC vehicle with water and snacks on board
- 1 hour Casco Antiguo (Old Town) walking tour
- Certified Professional Local Guides
- Meals
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
