Panama: Private Layover Tour

Casco Viejo, Panama, Panama



Discover the highlights of Panama City on a private tour to take advantage of your flight layover. Explore the Old Town and visit the Panama Canal with round-trip transfer from airport.

This private Panama City layover tour suits travelers with at least 7 hours between flights, offering comfort and expert-guided sightseeing.

Highlights

  • Explore Panama City’s main attractions with a private expert guide
  • Make the most of your layover in Panama
  • Travel safely and comfortably in private transportation

Description

Your driver will track your flight using your airline and flight number and meet you outside Customs at Terminal 2 holding a sign with your name. The driver will assist you to the car with your carry-on luggage.

The first stop is the Miraflores Visitors Center at the Panama Canal, timed for peak ship activity through the Miraflores Locks. You can observe the canal operations from the terrace.

Next, visit the Amador Causeway, a road linking three islands, where you can view the Biodiversity Museum designed by Frank Gehry.

Then explore the Old Town (Casco Viejo) with its colonial architecture and artisanal shops along narrow streets.

On the return to the airport, see Panama City’s modern downtown district.

Includes

  • Private transportation
  • Professional guide
  • Bottled water
  • Highway tolls

Excludes

  • Optional tickets for the Miraflores Visitor Center (USD $17.22 per adult, USD $7.22 per child), purchased on site

Important Information

  • A minimum of 7 hours between flights is required to join this tour.
  • Travelers from Brazil must carry an International Vaccination Certificate for yellow fever.
  • The Panama Canal Visitor Center ticket is optional; there is a free observation area at Pedro Miguel Locks.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Book this tour in advance and bring a valid ID and comfortable shoes. The best time to visit the canal is mid-day to catch the busiest ship traffic.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes private transportation, a visit to the Miraflores Visitors Center at the Panama Canal, and a guide who tracks your flight and meets you at Panama City's Terminal 2.
The driver tracks your flight using your flight number and airline name to ensure punctual pick-up at Panama City's airport.
The tour starts outside Customs at Terminal 2 in Panama City’s Tocumen International Airport, where the driver will meet you with a name sign.
The driver assists with carry-on luggage, but there is no separate luggage storage service included in the Panama Private Layover Tour.
Yes, the tour is designed to maximize your time during a layover in Panama while ensuring you return to the airport on time.
Visa requirements depend on your nationality; check Panama's entry rules before booking the layover tour.
Tour duration depends on your layover length, but typical visits focus on a few hours to see key sites like the Panama Canal.
The tour offers private transportation and can accommodate most mobility needs, but it’s best to confirm accessibility with the provider before booking.
The tour includes a visit to the Miraflores Visitors Center in Panama City, where you can watch ships navigate the Miraflores Locks.
Check the official Miraflores Visitors Center website or the tour provider’s site for the latest opening hours before your visit.

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