Cruiseline Excursion Colon: Panama City tour and Miraflores Locks

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Cruiseline Excursion Colon: Panama City tour and Miraflores Locks — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

Panama is the only country in the world where you can experience both the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean in a single day. Your tour begins with a scenic drive of about one hour to the Centennial Bridge, where you’ll enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the Gaillard Cut—the narrowest section of the Panama Canal—and the Pedro Miguel Locks.

Next, visit the Miraflores Locks Exhibition Center to learn about the fascinating history of the canal and its operation over the past 100 years.

The journey then continues into the heart of Panama City, where you’ll explore the historic Cathedral, important monuments, and the vibrant downtown district. As you walk through Casco Antiguo, admire the stunning blend of Colonial and Neoclassical architecture that defines this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

To finish, the tour takes you along Balboa Avenue, where you’ll witness the striking contrast of Panama’s modern skyline, home to some of the tallest and most impressive buildings in Latin America

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 21 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Spanish
Operated by: Almiza tour by My friend Mario

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Professional guide
Included: Port pickup and drop-off
Included: Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Not included

Not included: Miraflores Locks exhibition center US$17 adult
Not included: Lunch
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Port Colon 2000

Passing by

The guide will meet you at Colon 2000 dock in front of Fantastic Casino, 40 minutes after the cruise docked.
2
Centennial Bridge

Passing by
- Minibús ride to Panama City, Pacific ocean, your guide will give you general information about Colon city, Panama country and the Canal.
- The minibús will ride the Centennial bridge to give you a wonderful panoramic view of Gaillard cut (the famous land divided), the minibús can not stop atthe bridge but during the ride you will be able to take a few pictures.
3
Miraflores Visitor Center

1 h 30 min Admission not included
- Visit Miraflores exhibition center, your party will visit the museum and observe from the balcony the process to elevate the boats from the level of the Pacific ocean to the level of Gatun lake (27m / 85ft) . Admission fee US$20 is not included in our Price.
4
Casco Viejo

one hour
- Visit San Felipe (Casco Antiguo) see the historical town with Churches, monuments, souvenir shops and amazing Colonial and Neoclassical architectural styles throughout the city.
Avenida Balboa

Passing by

Later, the tour will go to Balboa avenue and you will observe the new city with the highest and modern building in Latinamerica, then Ride back to your cruise.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

For cruise docking at COLON 2000 dock.(TERMINAL 1)

Meeting Point: Optica Sosa y Arango next to Seguros Fedpa

From the cruise is a 5 minutes walk approx.

Guides will hold VIATOR sign.

Meeting time: 15 minutes before departure time.

End point

For cruise docking at COLON 2000 dock.(TERMINAL 1)

Meeting Point: Optica Sosa y Arango next to Seguros Fedpa

From the cruise is a 5 minutes walk approx.

Guides will hold VIATOR sign.

Meeting time: 15 minutes before departure time.

Pickup points

Please note that pickup time can be moved ahead or delayed by an hour from your booking time.

Using your ticket

You can also contact us by phone or WhatsApp +507 6978-4948

Full refund if your cruise never dock in Colon for any reason.

In case your cruise coming with any delay the meeting time will be 40 minutes after docked.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
Walking the Colonial city take 1 hour approx. If you have inconveniences to walk the town, you can stay in our minibús and wait for the rest.
Not wheelchair or scooter accesible