Discover Panama: History of the City and the Canal
Overview
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"Panama: The Engineering of Destiny"
A technical and historical tour of the world axis.
Many visit the Channel to watch boats pass by. We come to understand how the world moved. This is not a scenic excursion; it is an immersion in the logistics, resilience and vision that allowed this isthmus to change the global geography. This is not a sightseeing tour; it is a private dive into the backbone of America. Reserved for those who demand exclusivity, our experience connects the colonial legacy of the Old Town with the engineering that defied fate.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Panama Canal
We offer guided tours in the visitor center of the Miraflores exclusives on the Panama Canal, where you can visit the Canal Museum and see the boats passing through the game of exclusives, rise above sea level and clearly learn the importance of the same.
Colonial city of Panama since 1673 located on the outskirts of what is now the metropolis, where you can learn about the different ruins and temples that tell their story from their walls
Options
Private Tour
City Tour: Panama Canal, Old Town, Amador Causeway SUV: Chevrolet Suburban buses: Minibus Pickup included
Shared Tour
Shared: Experience the unique experience of discovering the Panama Canal and its surroundings on a shared tour designed by Dennis Roberts Shared Service Duration: 5 hours Van: Depending on the number of the group the vehicle varies between SUVs with a capacity of 7 passengers up to 15. Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
WiFi on board
Air-conditioned vehicle
Only if you request it
Only if requested
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
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Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
466 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fascinating one on one tour of the PC!
Shalini R,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Dennis is an amazing historian! We loved him so much we sought additional private tours with him during our vacation. For anyone wanting a one on one tutorial of what you won’t learn in the history books about the Panama Canal, this is the tour you want to take!!!
Mr. Fernando was the best!
Melissa C,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This experience was amazing! Fernando gave us all of the history that we asked for and timed the canal perfectly. He swapped out a stop for us to see more of what we really wanted and we were very grateful. His car was nice and air conditioned and he made sure to get us some waters for our journey. This was such a memorable time and he was an outstanding photographer. I was so happy to have photos of my husband and myself. We only had one day to spend in Panama City after being in Bocas and it was easily our favorite day of our entire trip. Book this one! We had great communication from the time of booking on.
Panama in private
alicia r,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Benjamín was very attentive and friendly. He accompanied us with joy and provided information about the history of the place.
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Patti K,May 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00If you have as knowledgable a tour guide as Dennis, you will learn so much about the history of the Panama Canal and Panama City! He makes the story intriguing. We saw a ship rising and moving out of the locks and he explained the mechanism by which it happens. After the canal we watched the IMAX film. Totally worthwhile. Then on to the charming Old City! Dennis knows all the locals and is very friendly.
Best tour guide ever!
Hollie P,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Dennis was a wealth of knowledge. We would definitely go on tours with him again. My mother is a nervous rider and she was nervous the whole time.
Our tour guide was...
charlie C,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide was Dennis. He was very sociable, knowledgeable regarding the canal and the history of Panama, and his English was excellent!! Be sure to ask for him if you book this tour
Well done. Great q and a
Chris D,Mar 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour guides arrived on time and drove directly to the canal, but had great entertaining stories along the way. The canal was just the right amount of information and background for you to appreciate the huge engineering fee that it is.
Dropped communication
BobCaviness,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Somehow I must have clicked and booked a full month earlier than intended. The tour operator reached out to me the day before to discuss details when I realized the mistake and I asked if it could be moved. They went dead silent, I got charged anyway and I would not recommend viator or this tour to anyone. I get that I made a mistake but to be charged $160 bucks and then just left out to dry and not even talked to about it... It's just wrong!
Great way to get a taste of Panama City
Tony F,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I usually don't waste my time reviewing what should be expected service for compensation rendered. Unless it was exceptionally bad or good. This was definitely the latter. The tour is worth every penny. It's a private 5 hour tour of the main highlights of the city with your own guide in an air conditioned vehicle; the old town, canal, causeway, etc. Dennis was our guide and he was fantastic. He was knowledgable, personable, polite, presented very well and even patient enough to help with our rudimentary Spanish when asked (he spoke fluent English). He was on time, informative, stopped at all the places you would want to, patiently waited while we took pictures and walked around. He guided us through areas that we would want to see, helped through the maze of lines and crowds, did the little things that made the experience comfortable and worthwhile, eg., remotely rolling down the windows after visiting the canal so we didn't walk into a steaming vehicle! Solid, thoughtful. If you have limited time and don't want to waste an entire day, I would highly recommend Dennis and this tour.
Perfect half day adventure
Maureen F,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour with Dennis was wonderful. He took us to the old old town San Felipe first. He took us through the museum there. And then we explored a bit on our own including climbing up the tower. Dennis deftly navigated traffic and timed our visit to the MiraFlora locks in time for the film and to see a ship pass through. You do have to climb some stairs to get on the bleachers to see the locks. And squeeze in if it is a busy time. After we made our way to the Amador causeway. Dennis is self-taught in English and it's just amazing how well he speaks it. We thoroughly enjoyed our conversation and our day with Dennis. We highly recommend his company.
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