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Royal Decameron 6 nights special including all meals & airfare from Miami US$997 p.p

 

 

 

 

PANAMA

Panama has a rich and fabulous history that dates to Pre-Columbian times and a modern soaring skyline. Panama has endless white sand beaches from the coral laden Atlantic to the emerald green Pacific. You will find the Panama Canal an engineering feat whose scope and daring will take your breath away. Panama also has one of the most beautiful and unspoiled rain forests in Central America.

 

Come Join Us And Discover The New Panama!

Panama Royal Decameron all inclusive  NEW OFFER-7 days from $997 including air from Miami, add-ons from more than 100 USA cities !

New Deluxe Cruise Discovery  9 days/ 8 nights Discovering unspoiled new regions of Panama...

Deluxe Intercontinental Playa Bonita   8 days -The newest deluxe beach resort in Panama....from US$1492 per person including airfare from Miami.

Beach, City & Canal  New !-7 days to Discover the new Panama, great new hotels like the Radisson Decapolis and enjoy the all inclusive service of the Royal Decameron Playa Blanca

Beach & Wild Jungles -8 days Gamboa Resort & Playa Blanca including air via American Airlines 

Playa Blanca Hotel & Resort New !-7 days beach all inclusive including airfare via American Airlines.

Melia Panama Canal & Royal Decameron  -7 days from including airfare..!! Hotel Melia next to the Panama Canal...

Contadora Island  "The Pearl of the Pacific Ocean"...7 days,  inc. air from Miami with American Airlines -add-ons from more than 100 USA cities....! 

Gamboa Rainforest Adventure -6 days jungle adventure 

DISCOVER PANAMA  - A la carte with optional tours from 5 days  including airfare from Miami, New York, Los Angeles to Panama (Optional to San Blas, Taboga Island, Boquete, the Beaches & more).....See optional excursion from Panama on this section

OPTIONALS:

Bocas del Toro -4 days

San Blas Islands....3 days

Coral Lodge, San Blas....5, 6 days...

PLEASE BE ADVISE - The USA airport departure taxes, fuel surcharges and security...are going up every day.....some airlines are charging about $340 + per person....we will advise you the exact cost at the time of placing your reservations....

 

 

 

NEW INTERCONTINENTAL PLAYA BONITA 

 

RESORT & SPA...!

 

 

 

8 DAY/ 7 NIGHT PACKAGE

 

INCLUDING:

AIRFARE VIA COPA AIRLINES (or American) from Miami (see add-ons available from more than 100 USA cities): round trip transportation from Panama City to the new Deluxe Intercontinental Playa Bonita (35 minutes from the airport); Seven nights deluxe accommodations. Complimentary use of the Fitness facilities. Buffet breakfast daily. Transfers on arrival and departure. Room taxes, service charges. Half day excursion to visit the Panama Canal with tour of the city. English speaking tour guides and entrance fees when necessary. Half day tour to visit Gamboa Rainforest and the Aerial Tram.

NOT INCLUDED: Insurance, airport departure taxes -from USA $150-220 (-please call), airport tax from Panama $20, tourist card $5.00 and any other service not specifically mentioned here.

COST PER PERSON  including airfare from Miami

 

Season 2009 Double Triple Single Children
Jan.05-Apr.15, US$2170 1870 3580 1078
Apr.16-Dec.12 1750 1510 3130 970
Dec.13-Jan.04 2680 2320 4552 1177

NOTE: If you don't want to use our international airfare -please deduct $450 per person.

 

Children Rate apply to: under 10 years old sharing room with parents.

Rates are subject to change at any time and available only with special airfares allow from the airlines for this tour packages.

 

ADD-ONS via American Airlines: 

Add $200 from DFW, HOU and Zone 1; Add $220 from ATL, WAS and Zone 2; Add $240 from BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHI and Zone 3; Add $260 from CHI; Add $310 from SJU and Zone 4; Add $300 from LAX, SFO and Zone 6; Add $350 from Zone 5.

Zone Chart: Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA

 

For more information about the Hotel Intercontinental Playa Bonita click here

 

 

 

 

PLAYA BLANCA RESORT

 

Special Rates until Aug. 31, 2009 US$970 per person/double

 

7 days/6 nights

 

Beach Resort Including all meals and airfare from Miami

 

Seasons 2009

Double 

Triple

Child

Single

Special May to Aug.31 US$970 US$934 691 1,330
Sep.01 to Dec.12,2009 1,270 1,213 943 1,465

Rates per person.

 

CHILDREN: 3 to 12 years old sharing room with 2 adults

 

INCLUDING:

Round trip airfare from Miami to Panama via American Airlines (See add-ons from other 100 USA cities... below); 6 nights at Hotel Playa Blanca; Transfers on arrival & departure (the hotel is 1 1/2 from the airport); all meals at any of the 3 restaurants (breakfast, lunch & dinner are buffet style. A la carte dinner with reservations); unlimited domestic alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages; daily activities  program; non motorized water sports (wind glider, kayaks, snorkeling and sailboats); beach towels, chairs; tennis courts, basketball, volleys; nightly entertainment; taxes & tips included.

 

NOT INCLUDED:

Insurance, airport departure taxes -from USA $79-120, from Panama $20, tourist card $5.00 and any other service not specifically mentioned here.

 

ADD-ONS via American Airlines: 

Add $200 from DFW, HOU and Zone 1; Add $220 from ATL, WAS and Zone 2; Add $240 from BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHI and Zone 3; Add $260 from CHI; Add $310 from SJU and Zone 4; Add $300 from LAX, SFO and Zone 6; Add $350 from Zone 5.

American Airlines Zone Chart:

Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA

 

NOTE: If you don't want to use our international airfare -please deduct $400 per person.

 

 

For more information about the hotel click here

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MELIA PANAMA CANAL & ROYAL DECAMERON

 

JUST A FANTASTIC COMBINATION !

 

7 days/6 night package

 

INCLUDING:

Airfare via American or Copa Airlines from Miami (see add-ons available from more than 100 USA cities), round trip transportation from Panama City to Melia Panama Canal Hotel. Three nights deluxe accommodations. Complimentary use of the Melia Fitness facilities. Buffet breakfast daily. Transfers on arrival and departure. Room taxes, service charges and English speaking tour guides. Then 3 nights at the ROYAL DECAMERON with all meals at any of the 8 restaurants (breakfast & lunch are buffet style and a la carte dinners); unlimited domestic and international alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages; daily activities program; non motorized water sports (wind glider, kayaks, snorkeling and sailboats); beach towels, chairs; tennis courts, basketball, volleys; nightly entertainment; unlimited drinks at the discotheque; taxes & tips included.


information about Melia Panama Canal

 

NOT INCLUDED: Insurance, airport departure taxes -from USA $250, from Panama $20, tourist card $5.00 and any other service not specifically mentioned here.

COST PER PERSON 

Seasons 2009

Double 

Single

Children

Apr.15 to Dec.12 US$1591 2068 1177

NOTE: If you don't want to use our international airfare -please deduct $450 per person from the total cost of the tour package.

 

ADD-ONS via American Airlines: 

Add $200 from DFW, HOU and Zone 1; Add $220 from ATL, WAS and Zone 2; Add $240 from BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHI and Zone 3; Add $260 from CHI; Add $310 from SJU and Zone 4; Add $300 from LAX, SFO and Zone 6; Add $350 from Zone 5.

Zone Chart: Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA.

 

 

 

 

 

SUPER ESPECIAL

 

Royal Decameron Beach Resort !

 

From US$997 INCL. AIR FROM MIAMI

 

 

DECAMERON ALL INCLUSIVE BEACH RESORT  7 days-6 nights

Departs every Wednesday or Thursdays

 

Seasons 2009

Double 

Triple 

Single

Children

Jun.01 to Jun.30 US$997 1096  970 1069  1420 1492 844 880
Jul.01 to Aug.15 1095 1199  1060 1168 1492 1591 880 970
Aug.16 to Dec.09 1096 1069 1492 880
Dec.10 to Dec.24 1299 1267 1691 1070
Dec.25 to Jan.05, 2010 2050 1996 2680 1492

 For weekend departures add $60 pp. CHILDREN: 3 to 12 years old sharing room with 2 adults. Children under 3 years old are subject to charge by the airlines . Rates subject to change and subject to air availability.

 

INCLUDING: Round trip airfare from Miami to Panama via American or Copa Airlines (See add-ons from other USA cities... below); 6 nights at Hotel Beach Resort Royal Decameron; Transfers on arrival & departure (the hotel is 1 1/2 from the airport); all meals at any of the 8 restaurants (breakfast & lunch are buffet style and a la carte dinners); unlimited domestic and international alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages; daily activities  program; non motorized water sports (wind glider, kayaks, snorkeling and sailboats); beach towels, chairs; tennis courts, basketball, volleys; nightly entertainment; unlimited drinks at the discotheque; taxes & tips included.

Click here for more information about Royal Decameron Playa Blanca

 

NOT INCLUDED: Insurance, airport  departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA $78 to 120, from Panama $20, tourist card $5.00 and any other service not specifically mentioned here.

 

ADD-ONS via American Airlines: 

Add US$200 from DFW, HOU and Zone 1; Add $220 from ATL, WAS and Zone 2; Add $240 from BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHI and Zone 3; Add $260 from CHI; Add $310 from SJU and Zone 4; Add $300 from LAX, SFO and Zone 6; Add $350 from Zone 5.


Zone Chart: Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA

 

ALL AIRFARES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME AS WELL AS USA DEPARTURE TAXES

DUE TO THE AIRLINES NEW RULES, PLEASE TAKE NOTE, AIRLINE TICKETS NEED TO BE DONE IN ADVANCE.

 

ABOUT COPA AIRLINES: 

Copa Airlines flies direct to Panama from Los Angeles, New York, Washington, Miami and Orlando, Florida. 

 

Add-ons via COPA AIRLINES:

Add $100 from Orlando, $200 from New York and $300 from Los Angeles.

NOTE: If you don't want to use our international airfare -please deduct $400 per person.

 

 

 

Decameron Beach Special 14 days-13 nights

 

Seasons 2009

Double 

Single

Children

Apr.15-Dec.10 US$1590 2194 1150

          From Jun.16 to Aug.16 please add $100 more per passenger. 

For weekend departures add $60 pp.

CHILDREN: 3 to 12 years old sharing room with 2 adults

INCLUDING:

Round trip airfare from Miami to Panama via American or Copa Airlines (See add-ons from other U.S.A cities... below); 13 nights at Hotel Beach Resort Royal Decameron; Transfers on arrival & departure (the hotel is 1 1/2 from the airport); all meals at any of the 8 restaurants (breakfast & lunch are buffet style and a la carte dinners); unlimited domestic and international alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages; daily activities  program; non motorized water sports (wind glider, kayaks, snorkeling and sailboats); beach towels, chairs; tennis courts, basketball, volleys; nightly entertainment; unlimited drinks at the discotheque; taxes & tips included.

 

NOT INCLUDED: Insurance, airport  departure /security /fuel surcharge/ taxes -from USA $250, from Panama $20, tourist card $5.00 and any other service not specifically mentioned here.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PANAMA CITY & BEACH 

 

Rates per person

Double 

Triple

Single

Children

Apr.01-Dec.09, 2009        
Miramar Intercontinental-Playa Bonita Intercontinental US$1690 1654 2724 1051
Radisson & Royal Decameron 1294 1258 1960 970

From Jun.16 to Aug.15 add $100 per person (high season airfares)

 

7 days/6 nights-Daily departures

 

INCLUDING:

Round trip airfare from Miami to Panama via American or Copa Airlines (See add-ons from other U.S.A cities... below); 2 nights at the FIVE STAR HOTEL Miramar Intercontinental or Radisson with daily buffet breakfast; City Tour with VISIT TO THE PANAMA CANAL;  then 4 nights at the Beach (Royal Decameron with all meals;  or Playa Bonita Intercontinental); Transfers on arrival & departure (the hotel is 1 1/2 from the airport); all meals at any of the 8 restaurants (breakfast & lunch are buffet style and a la carte dinners); unlimited domestic and international alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages; daily activities  program; non motorized water sports (wind glider, kayaks, snorkeling and sailboats); beach towels, chairs; tennis courts, basketball, volleys; nightly entertainment; unlimited drinks at the discotheque; taxes & tips included.

Click here for more information about Royal Decameron Playa Blanca

For more information about the Hotel Intercontinental Playa Bonita click here

 

NOTE: Hotel Miramar Intercontinental and Playa Bonita Intercontinental offer daily buffet breakfast.

 

NOT INCLUDED: Insurance, airport  departure /security /fuel surcharge/ taxes -from USA $78 to 120, from Panama $20, tourist card $5.00 and any other service not specifically mentioned here.

 

For weekend departures add $60 pp (Sat, Sun, Mon). 

CHILDREN: 3 to 12 years old sharing room with 2 adults

 

ADD-ONS via American Airlines: 

Add $200 from DFW, HOU and Zone 1; Add $220 from ATL, WAS and Zone 2; Add $240 from BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHI and Zone 3; Add $260 from CHI; Add $310 from SJU and Zone 4; Add $300 from LAX, SFO and Zone 6; Add $350 from Zone 5.

Zone Chart: Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA

 

ABOUT COPA AIRLINES: 

Copa Airlines flies direct to Panama from Los Angeles, New York, Miami and Orlando only. 

Add-ons via COPA AIRLINES:

Add $100 from Orlando, $200 from New York and $300 from Los Angeles

 

NOTE: If you don't want to use our international airfare -please deduct $400 per person from the total cost of the tour package.

 

 

 

 

 

GAMBOA RAIN FOREST ADVENTURE

 

2009 Rates Per person

Double 

Triple

Single

Jan.11 to Dec.09 US$1392 1258 1870
Dec.10 to Dec.19 1690 1555 2320
Dec.20 to Jan.04, 2010 1870 1771 2785

From Jan. to Mar.& Jun.15 to Aug.15 add $150 per person

 

 

6 days/5 nights - Thursday departures

 

INCLUDING:

Round trip air from Miami to Panama via Copa or American Airlines (See add-ons from other U.S.A cities below). Five nights at the Gamboa Rainforest & Hotel. Aerial Tram and ecological exhibits tour. Unlimited use of Kayaks and Pedal Boats. Complimentary use of the Gamboa Spa facilities. Buffet breakfast daily.  Transfers on arrival and departure. Room taxes, service charges and English speaking tour guides.

NOT INCLUDED: Insurance. USA airport departure taxes $250.00. Panama departure tax $20.00. Tourist card $5.00 and any other service not specifically mentioned here.

** For weekend departure –please add $60.00 per person (Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon). Upgrade to the Deluxe Room at Gamboa with River view and balcony... add DBL $129, TRP $119, SGL 250 (total for the 5 nights, call for Christmas-New Years dates).

CHILDREN: Deduct 20% (3 to 12 years old sharing room with 2 adults)

For more information about Gamboa click here

 

ADD-ONS via American Airlines: 

Add $200 from DFW, HOU and Zone 1; Add $220 from ATL, WAS and Zone 2; Add $240 from BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHI and Zone 3; Add $260 from CHI; Add $310 from SJU and Zone 4; Add $300 from LAX, SFO and Zone 6; Add $350 from Zone 5.

 

Zone Chart: Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA

 

Add-ons via COPA AIRLINES:

Add $100 from Orlando, $200 from New York and $300 from Los Angeles

 

NOTE: If you don't want to use our international airfare -please deduct $400 per person.

 

 

 

BEACH & WILD JUNGLES 

8 days/7 nights - Thursday departures - Rates per person

 

Seasons 2009

Double 

Triple Single
*Jan.11 to Dec.09 US$1456 1384 2095

* From Jan. to Mar.& Jun.15 to Aug.15, add $150 per person

From Dec.09 to Jan.02, Please add $350 per person.

CHILDREN: Deduct 20% (3 to 12 years old sharing room with 2 adults)

NOTE: If you don't want to use our international airfare -please deduct $400 per person.

 

 

INCLUDING:

Round trip airfare from Miami to Panama via American Airlines (See add-ons from other U.S.A cities... below); 3 nights at Gamboa Hotel & Resort (standard rooms), Aerial Tram and ecological exhibits tour, unlimited use of Kayaks and Pedal boats, night tour around the resort rain forest, complimentary use of the Gamboa Spa facilities, buffet breakfast daily, then 4 nights at the superb all inclusive beach resort PLAYA BLANCA RESORT or Royal Decameron with all meals at any of the 8 restaurants (breakfast & lunch are buffet style and a la carte dinners); unlimited domestic and international alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages; daily activities program; non motorized water sports (wind glider, kayaks, snorkeling and sailboats); beach towels, chairs; tennis courts, basketball, volleys; nightly entertainment; unlimited drinks at the discotheque; taxes & tips included. All transfers to/from airport to Gamboa and to the Royal Decameron.

 

NOT INCLUDED: Insurance, airport departure taxes -from USA $250.00, from Panama $20, tourist card $5.00 and any other service not specifically mentioned here.

 

OPTIONAL NIGHTS : per person

Gamboa (Apr.15-Dec.19)  SGL $218; DBL 109; TRP  $88; Child $20 (include breakfast/taxes)

Playa Blanca (Apr.14-Dec.19) SGL US$126; DBL $95; TRP $86; CHLD $40

 

** For Weekend departures -please add $60 per person (Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon). 

 

 PLAYA BLANCA RESORT -click here

For more information about Gamboa -click here

 

ADD-ONS via American Airlines: 

Add $200 from DFW, HOU and Zone 1; Add $220 from ATL, WAS and Zone 2; Add $240 from BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHI and Zone 3; Add $260 from CHI; Add $310 from SJU and Zone 4; Add $300 from LAX, SFO and Zone 6; Add $350 from Zone 5.

 

Zone Chart: Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA

 

Add-ons via COPA AIRLINES:. 

Add $100 from Orlando, $200 from New York, $250 from Washington and $300 from Los Angeles

 

 

 

DISCOVER PANAMA

 

 

Visiting Gamboa Rain Forest, Panama City and the Canal

 

5 Days/4 Nights

 

Daily Departures

 

Day 1 : USA-PANAMA

Arrive in Panama. Upon arrival meeting and transfer to hotel selected.

Day 2 : PANAMA-HALF DAY CITY TOUR & CANAL

Our day will start at the Miraflores locks, located at the Pacific entrance to the Canal where our expert guide will let you in on the secrets and histories surrounding the building of the Canal while you experience this magnificent architectural masterpiece and have a breathtaking view of the ships transiting through the 8th wonder of the world. The trip then takes to the city, where you will be able to experience not only the banking capital of Central America but also the beauty of the colonial city of Panama. We will visit the “Cause Way, a leisure paradise with shopping, restaurants and bars that offers spectacular views of the modern city and its skyscrapers. In contrast, the oldest sector of the modern Panama City founded in 1673, has a charming mixture of colonial architecture, cobblestone streets and ethnic diversity. UNESCO recently named this area “World Heritage Site”. (B)

Day 3: PANAMA-HALF DAY GAMBOA RAINFOREST

Experience the green rainforest of Gamboa from within, ascending some 280 feet from the shadowy forest floor, through the dense undergrowth and up to the sun drenched canopy with its thousand shades of green that are only interrupted by the vibrant colors of flowering trees. Colorful birds and butterflies are abundant here, and you might also encounter sloth or white-faced capuchin monkeys and hear the howler monkey cry out in the distance. Once at the top, you will have the opportunity to climb our observation tower (also accessible for wheelchairs) from where you will have uninterrupted views of the vast rainforest of Soberania National Park while at the same time watch the giant cargo ships maneuver through the Galliard Cut (the narrowest part of the Panama Canal).
You will then continue to our interpretative exhibits of native flora, fauna and culture with highlights such as a model Embera village, butterfly and orchid exhibit and displays of aquatic life and reptiles. (B)

Day 4: PANAMA

Day at leisure to explore Panama on your own. (B)

Day 5 : PANAMA-USA

Transfer to the airport (B)

 

HOTELS RATES PER PERSON

 

Nov.01, 2008 to Nov.30,2009

Twin

Triple

Single

Miramar Intercontinental, Veneto or Radisson Decapolis  (5*) AB

US$1555

1393

2374

Crown Plaza or Country Inn (4*) AB 1348 1294 2032
Dorado Country inn (3*) CB 1150 1114 1780

 

SEASONS:

Rates valid from Nov.01, 2008 to Nov.30, 2009

From  Jul.01 to Aug.15 -please add $100 per person and From De.08 to 31 -please add $250 per person.

NOTE: If you don't want to use our international airfare -please deduct $450 per person.

 

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

4 nights hotel accommodations with room taxes and service charges at hotel of your choice, daily breakfast (AB=American breakfast, CB=Continental breakfast) airfare via American Airlines from Miami (see add-ons), transfers on arrival and departure, welcome cocktail and city tour with visit to the Panama Canal and a half day excursion to Gamboa Rainforest resort.

 

NOT INCLUDED:

Insurance, airport  departure /security /fuel surcharge/ taxes -from USA $295, from Panama $20, tourist card $5.00 and any other service not specifically mentioned here.

 

ADD-ONS via American Airlines: 

Add $200 from DFW, HOU and Zone 1; Add $220 from ATL, WAS and Zone 2; Add $240 from BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHI and Zone 3; Add $280 from CHI; Add $310 from SJU and Zone 4; Add $300 from LAX, SFO and Zone 6; Add $350 from Zone 5.

 

Zone Chart: Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA

 

Add-ons via COPA AIRLINES:. 

Add $100 from Orlando, $200 from New York, $250 from Washington and $300 from Los Angeles.

 

See optional tours from Panama city ...click here  Optional to San Blas, Taboga Island, Boquete, the Beaches, full & half day Panama Canal Transit with departure dates, Embera village and more....... 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CONTADORA ISLAND "PEARL ISLAND"

 

 

HOTEL CONTADORA-Includes air from Miami

ALL INCLUSIVE ISLAND RESORT 

7 days-6 nights

 

Seasons 2009

Double 

Single

Children

Jan-Apr.15 US$1690 1721 1161
Apr.16-Dec.08 1492 1420 961

All rates per person based on standard rooms. For Suites add $35 pp/per night. Double or Triple same rate. Cost extra nights: SGL$142;DBL/TRP/QUA$106; CHD$70. (Children 3-10 years old; 0-2 years old free, sharing room with parents -call for cost of airfare). ALL RATES SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME>

 

INCLUDING:

Round trip airfare from Miami to Panama via American or COPA Airlines (See add-ons from other USA cities... below); 6 nights at Hotel Contadora Resort; Transfers on arrival & departure from International to domestic airport; Local flight from Panama City to Contadora and back; all meals at the resort (breakfast, lunch & dinner are buffet style), snacks; unlimited domestic alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages; daily activities  program; non motorized water sports (wind glider, kayaks, snorkeling and sailboats); beach towels, chairs; tennis courts, basketball, volleys; nightly entertainment, taxes & tips included.

 

NOT INCLUDED: Insurance (cost for this program is $93-125 per person), airport departure taxes -from USA $250, from Panama $20, tourist card $5.00 and any other service not specifically mentioned here.

 

ADD-ONS via American Airlines: 

Add $200 from DFW, HOU and Zone 1; Add $220 from ATL, WAS and Zone 2; Add $240 from BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHI and Zone 3; Add $280 from CHI; Add $310 from SJU and Zone 4; Add $300 from LAX, SFO and Zone 6; Add $350 from Zone 5.

 

Zone Chart: Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA

 

Add-ons via COPA AIRLINES:. 

Add $100 from Orlando, $200 from New York, Washington 250 and $300 from Los Angeles.

 

 

 

 

 

 

BAMBITO

 

3 day/ 2 night Tara No. 085A Including: Flight Panama-David-Panama, transfers in David, two nights hotel accommodations with room taxes and service charges. (You can enjoy optional activities such as trout fishing, horseback riding and local sightseeing-additional charges will apply).

 

RATES PER PERSON

HOTELS (No meals)

Twin

Triple

Single

Hotel Bambito

US$392

385

646

Rates subject to change. Transfers not included in Panama city.

 

OPTIONALS FROM BAMBITO: (Weather permitting)

River rafting Chiriqui River (Class II, III, IV) May to Jan. (Lunch incl)

COST PER PERSON: 2-3 paxs $235; 4 paxs+ $122 (each)

 

 

 

 

SAN BLAS ISLANDS

 

2 day/ 1 night  Including: Flight Panama-S.Blas-Panama, transfers in S.Blas, one night hotel accommodations with room taxes/svc. charges all meals, visit to the KUNA Yala Community

 

2009 RATES PER PERSON

HOTEL (All meals)

Twin

Triple

Single

Uaguinega Lodge

US$385

376

547

Extra nights (all meals)

133

124

199

Rates subject to change. Transfers not included in Panama city.

About the Uaguinega Lodge- Achutupu/ San Blas
The Uaguinega Lodge (used to be Dolphin Island Lodge).It's located on Uaguitupo Island, a private Island directly across from the Kuna Island Community of Achutupo, approximately 50 minutes flying from Panama City.
Upon arrival, clients will be met at Achutupu Terminal, then transferred to the Lodge by a motorize dugout canoe, located at one quarter mile and five minutes from the beach.
Each cabin has its own private bathroom and The Bohio Restaurant has been totally remodeled, providing much more space for your comfort.

Rooms: The Lodge has 9 cabins built with a touch of Kuna style. All equipped with comfortable queen sized beds, outside fresh water showers and toilets. Power is generated from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm.  Each cabin has its own private bathroom and The Bohio Restaurant has been totally remodeled, providing much more space for your comfort.


BOCAS DEL TORO

 

 

THE BEST KEPT SECRET IN THE CARIBBEAN

4 Days/3 Nights (Daily departures from Panama City)

Day 1 You will be picked up at your Panama City hotel or at the International airport and taken to a local airport for your air transfer to Bocas Del Toro, the most important city in Colon Island. Colon is the biggest island in the archipelago of the same name. Transfer to your hotel where you will have the opportunity to relax and enjoy the crystal emerald waters and white sand beaches. Overnight at hotel selected. (D)

Day 2 Morning tour by boat to Isla de los Pajaros, an island protected by the Bastimentos National Marine Park, a definite must for tourists. The Marine Park, partially due to its isolation has been preserved in pristine conditions boasting virgin coral reefs, manatee zones, prolific tarpon reproduction, and turtle nesting between the months of October and April.

Day 3 Day at leisure to explore on your own. (B)

Day 4 Transfer to the airport for flight to Panama City.

 

2009 RATES PER PERSON

HOTELS

DBL

TRP

SGL

CHLD

Swans Cay, Limbo Sea (B)

US$491

415

749

298

P.Caracol (B & D)

1085

961

1690

N/A

New Playa Tortuga (B) 640 601 1166 421

Air not included. About $165 RT from Panama city.Swans – child 0-4 years old no charge.

 

 

 

About Hotel Swans Cay

The hotel is located in the main street of Bocas del Toro flank by the Goverment Palace and a Catholic Church. It has a Caribbean architecture with a European touch and only 2 minute walk from the airport.
The Hotel offers a total of 46 rooms between standard single and double rooms, (superiors, deluxe and Suites with Jacuzzi). All with carpeted, air conditioning, color TV's, cable, private bathrooms with hot and cold water. All furniture are from Italy.
The Hotel offers excellent Italian, international and local cuisine at very reasonable prices and a beatiful cafeteria with air conditioning. The restaurant is a very popular spot in Bocas del Toro.

 

 

Punta Caracol Aqua Lodge

Punta Caracol originated from the concept of creating an aqua-lodge on a virgin and natural environment. Its idea is to bring its visitors a pure and intimate experience, on a place of singular beauty, where they can relax from the comfort offered

Raised over the Caribbean Sea, by a 2km coral coast, Punta Caracol has been constructed using the traditional methods of the archipelago: stilts support a wooden frame over the water enclosed by a palm leafs roof - an unforgettable tradition from the native communities of the area.

Enjoy one of its five only cabins where you will have access to crystal clear waters from your private terrace or you will be able to observe the impressive sunset interrupted only by playful dolphins.

Feel immerse by the sounds of nature while laying down on a colonial style bed at the second level master bedroom, or just relax with a hot water shower on your private bathroom after an exited tour of the area.

 

 

 

Coral Lodge

San Blas Islands

 

 

CORAL LODGE… a quintessential eco-adventure lodge set in a pristine natural habitat. An isolated totally sustainable lodge that offers a variety of nature related adventures and a place to get away from it all. You will enjoy a diversity of natural environments, our charming over the water bungalows, a friendly low key service and our proximity to San Blas archipelago with its beautiful unspoiled islands and cultural heritage of the Kuna Indians.

 

4days/3night package
Sample itinerary

DAY 01 PANAMA-SAN BLAS
4:45 am pickup at Panama City hotel and transfer to Albrook airport
6:00 am flight to San Blas Porvenir Island
7:00 am Start San Blas Tour with bilingual Kuna guide.
7:30 am Typical Kuna breakfast in Kuna village and continued tour.
9:00 am Transfer to a pristine island for morning of snorkeling and relaxation.
12:00 pm A delicious picnic lunch on the island
1:30 pm Met by Coral Lodge boat for boat transfer to Coral Lodge (1 hr.)
2:30 pm Arrival at Coral Lodge
Balance of day at leisure. (B,L,D)

DAY 02-03 SAN BLAS
Days at leisure to enjoy the area on you own, good snorkeling and diving.
There are some excursion free of charge, like kayaking, village tours, mangrove canal…
(B,L,D)

DAY 04 SAN BLAS-PANAMA
10:00 am Departure from Coral Lodge by boat for 45 minute boat ride to Miramar
11:00 am Depart from Miramar for road trip back to Panama City
12:00 pm Tour of the Spanish fort of Portobelo and Church with the Black Christ.
1:00 pm Lunch at the Coco Plum restaurant on the ocean.
4:00 pm Arrival a Panama City Hotel.

 

2009

Rates per person

 

Sunny Season

Jan.7 to Apr.21

Jul.01 to Aug.31

Dec.01-Dec.21

4days/3nights

Green Season

Apr.22-Jun.30

Sep.01-Nov.30

4days/3nights

**Holiday Season

Dec.22-Jan.06

6 days/5nights

Double US$1456 1277 2223
Triple 133 1124 2007
Single 1807 1655 2853

** Holiday Season -required a minimum of 5 nights -prices reflect cost for the 5 nights

Rates include: Lodging, meals, non-alcoholic beverages, a guided daily activity, 10% tourism tax, use of kayaks, snorkeling gear.
Rates do not include: Alcoholic beverages , diving or fishing, insurance.

 

 

 

"New Panama Discovery Cruise"

 

 

"Three million years ago a thin strip of land emerged from the sea, uniting the Americas. The recently formed bridge later became what is now Panama and it turned into the path of an ongoing natural pilgrimage that has never stopped". Come to Panama's to discover unspoiled new regions aboard the deluxe catamaran "Discovery"
 

Departure dates:

2009: Please call

2010: Feb.08, Mar.15, May 17, Jun.21, Sep.21
 

9 days/8 nights program

Day 1 MON. USA-PANAMA

Arrive in Panama. Upon arrival meeting and transfer to Miramar Intercontinental.

 

Day 2 TUE. PANAMA-DISCOVERY CRUISE (Northbound Journey)

Morning half day tour of Panama, visiting the most outstanding places of old and new Panama. Then a visit to Miraflores locks to see the famous canal and how it is operated. Afternoon transfer to Flamenco Marina and start sailing the tropical waters of the Pacific Ocean towards Contadora, where the Discovery will stay the first night before navigating to the Darien Jungle. Take this opportunity to meet your expedition leaders, the crew and your fellow travelers while you savor our tempting native cuisine. (B,D)

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Day 3 WED. DARIEN JUNGLES
Step aboard a time machine and travel back more than 600 years to a place that not many have had the privilege of experiencing. More than an excursion, this is a journey into the lives of the Embera Indians. A proud people who have been able to maintain their traditions and lifestyle as they were before the Spaniards colonized the region. These natives are also master crafters of cocobolo wood carvings and basketry. After motoring up river you will see the village emerging from the jungle, as if by magic. Keep your eyes open along the way as the region offers abundant wildlife that is particularly active along the rivers edge. (B,L,D)

Day 4 THU. PEARL ISLANDS – San Telmo
Snorkel and swim on the waters of the Pearl Islands. The archipelago owes its name to the abundance of Pearl Oysters which supported a substantial fishery in the early 1900`s. On the outer portion of the archipelago, the islands of San Telmo and Galera are home to some pristine beaches and fertile fishing grounds. Join the divers from Esmeralda in their search for pearls and kayak along beautiful and unspoiled beaches. View the remains of the submarine Explorer built in 1865 during the Civil War and which sunk off the coast of San Telmo during the oyster fishery of the late 1800´s.(B,L,D)

Day 5 FRI. PANAMA CANAL TRANSIT – Gatun Lake
Wake up at the Pacific entrance of the Panama Canal and join the morning’s ship convoy for our northbound canal passage traversing Miraflores Locks and Pedro Miguel Locks. The Discovery will be raised 85 feet above sea level to Gatun Lake. You will have a once in a lifetime opportunity to experience up close the history and operation of this engineering marvel. Navigate the Gaillard Cut, the narrowest section of the Panama Canal, bisecting the Continental Divide. This section of the canal is full of history and geological value and you will be able to appreciate the continuous maintenance that this area requires, because it is very susceptible to landslides. Spend the night in Gatun Lake on Panama Canal waters. (B,L,D)

Day 6 SAT. PANAMA CANAL – Barro Colorado
Prior to the construction of the Panama Canal, the vast jungle area that is now the Gatun Lake was teeming with an overwhelming abundance of wildlife. As the region was flooded to create the lake, animals took refuge in the mountain peaks, which are now the many islands that dot the renowned lake. Explore Barro Colorado Island where the Smithsonian´s Tropical Research Center is located. Your expedition leader will take you on board small crafts past lush rainforests to secluded areas of the lake to witness first-hand the splendor and excitement of the jungle. Exotic birds, monkeys, sloths, iguanas, and crocodiles are just a few of the animals that you could see in their native surroundings. The sights, sounds and scents that make up this beautiful, tropical jungle will engulf you. Cameras are a must as this is considered the world’s premier location for viewing monkeys and other animals in the wild. The Discovery will exit the Panama Canal in the afternoon on its way to the mouth of the Chagres River.(B,L,D)

Day 7 SUN. CHAGRAS RIVER - Fort San Lorenzo
Experience the magnificent Chagres River which was used by the conquistadors to move their gold across the Isthmus of Panama en-route from Peru to Spain and by the gold prospectors who attempted a "short cut" from the US East coast to the gold fields of California. The river was the center piece of the colonial inter-oceanic route and is now the lifeline of the Panama Canal full of wildlife and tropical jungle. Explore Fort San Lorenzo which is located on a cliff at the mouth of the Chagres on the Atlantic side where your leader will offer details of the immense amount of history found on this area. The fort was built by the Spaniards in the 16th century to defend their well known gold trail. Later that evening, the Discovery will reposition to Colon, where it will spend the night before disembarking the next day. (B,L,D)

Day 8 MON. PORTOBELO – Caribbean
Wake up to a farewell breakfast before you disembark the Discovery. Travel by motor coach to Portobelo and enjoy this town located on Caribbean waters which was founded by Christopher Columbus on his fourth voyage to the new continent in 1597. This quaint town is rich in history as it was the site of many sea and land battles between the Spanish colonials and the pirates and corsairs raiding the Spanish Main. Explore the fortifications built by the Spaniards to protect their treasures and visit the Church of San Felipe, the sanctuary of the Black Christ. Later in the afternoon, board the Panama Canal Railway train back to Panama City. This one hour railroad trip will allow you to traverse the picturesque trans-isthmian route from the Atlantic to the Pacific Ocean. The line flanks the Panama Canal passing through lush rainforests, cruising alongside the Canal’s locks, through the historic Gaillard Cut and gliding over slender causeways in Gatun Lake. Arrive and transfer to hotel Miramar Intercontinental for the night. (B,L)

 

Day 9 TUE. PANAMA-USA
Transfe to the airport for flight home. (B)


AIR/LAND/CRUISE RATES

PER PERSON

Twin

Single

2009 US$4,750 $9,700

 

SEASONS: Rates valid all year. Except from De.08 to 31 -please add $250 per person. The Catamaran Discovery is available for Charters. Please call. Rates subject to change at any time.

 

PACKAGE INCLUDES:

Two nights hotel accommodations with room taxes, service charges and daily breakfast; your seven night deluxe cruise aboard the Discovery with all meals and wines, daily shore excursions , transfers on arrival and departure and city tour with visit to the Panama Canal.

 

NOT INCLUDED:

Insurance, airport  departure /security /fuel surcharges/ taxes -from USA of $295; Airport depature tax from Panama of $20, tourist card $5.00 upon arrival and any other service not specifically mentioned here.

 

ADD-ONS via American Airlines: 

Add $200 from DFW, HOU and Zone 1; Add $220 from ATL, WAS and Zone 2; Add $240 from BDL, BOS, BWI, EWR, NYC, PHI and Zone 3; Add $280 from CHI; Add $310 from SJU and Zone 4; Add $300 from LAX, SFO and Zone 6; Add $350 from Zone 5.

 

Zone Chart: Zone 1: FL; Zone 2: AR, LA, MS, NM, OK, TX; Zone 3: CT, GA, MA, MD, NC, NH, NY, PA, RI, SC, VA, VT; Zone 4: AL, AZ, CO, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MI, MN, MO, NE, OH, SD, TN, WI; Zone 5: CA, ID, NV, UT; Zone 6: OR, WA

 

 

 

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