Private Tour
Colon Shore Excursion: Panama City and Canal Private Tour
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
This shore excursion is a full day from the Colon (Cristobal) Cruise Port to explore Panama City and the canal. Enjoy exciting views from the viewing platforms, learn more about the canal at the museum and visit one of the most interesting cities in Central America.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What To Expect
Bridge of the Americas
We head under the Bridge of the Americas, past the Frank Gehry Bio Museum and out to the Amador Causeway where we will stop for lunch (not included).
Miraflores Visitor Center
We will head to the Miraflores Locks to watch the ships travel through.
What‘s Included
Private tour
Professional guide
Port pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Options
Private Tour
Van or Minivan
Pickup included
Private Tour -
Car
Pickup included
Reviews
18 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Gonzo the Great
Sam K,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Definitely ask for Gonzo. Fabulous guide. Gonzo is organized, friendly, knowlegable and very personable. He went out of his way to make this the best excursion we ever had.
Bust never rip off again viarto
Karlheinz Z,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Tourist trap,no service provided,will file suit,were not picked up,but claimed to have been on site, Driver claims to have been at the location at the time! lie, fraud, has collected 500€ for nothing
Great tour in Panama
Judith S,Jan 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome tour! Kevin was punctual and very personable! Very knowledgeable and entertaining. Highly recommend this tour!
Perfectly guided day in Panama City
Kamelia C,Apr 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Levi was a fantastic guide for our day in Panama City off the cruise ship! He picked us up from the port in Colon in a clean, air conditioned vehicle. He spoke perfect English. He took us into Panama City with a perfect itinerary. We stopped at the harbor to admire the gorgeous city views and the Bridge of the Americas. We had a walking tour of Casca Viejo, which included a hidden gem in Iglesia de San Jose - the largest nativity scene I have ever seen. We stopped for a traditional Panamanian lunch and had amazing food that was both beautifully presented and delicious. We went into a shop that handcrafts beautiful Panama hats and were treated to a view of the VIP area with a Teddy Roosevelt replica and a $35K USD hat that took over a year to make. Then Levi took us to the Miraflores Locks visitor center, where he produced tickets to the 40 minute documentary on the canal in Imax, narrated by Morn Freeman. Then we exited the building to a stadium viewing area and watched ships going through the locks while an announcer explained what we were viewing, how it worked, and the specs of the ships passing through. Then Levi made sure we returned to our ship with plenty of time to spare. Besides planning a perfect day for us in Panama, Levi was friendly, likable, knowledgeable, and gave us so much valuable information and insight into Panamanian culture, history, and architecture. This tour had it all and we highly recommend you request Levi for your tour guide!!!
The viewing at the Canal...
Calvin P,Mar 28, 2024
- Review from Viator
3.00The viewing at the Canal was great.. Our guide timed it so we would view a ship going through the canal. Which was interesting. We did not have enough time to watch the Imax movie. We stopped for a nice lunch in Panama city. Did not have time for museum nor seeing much of the city. We got lost a fun times and had to stop for gas Not the quality tour we would have expected from viator. All of the other tours we have gone on with viator have been wonderful.
Great experience but too expensive.
Thelma Z,Feb 2, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was great, very informative, catered to us and took good care of us. The amount we paid was too high compared to other alternatives. Although we had a great experience, we could have done this excursion much cheaper via taxi.
Wonder of the World
Z7196CLalbertop,Jan 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Spectacular, a very interesting place and with the film they show us they help you learn about the history of the channel. I loved it.
Great private driver and tour
Corry F,Dec 24, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Alberto was a very conscientious and knowledgeable driver and guide. We really enjoyed his kind nature and ability to listen to his customers desires and respond appropriately. Well done.
A++++++
Diana R,Jan 21, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Kevin knew just how to get to our stops the fastest way, made sure we arrived early to beat the crowds, and was knowledgeable about all our stops. We also had a great time talking to him because he was from Boston and has lived in Panama for almost 20 years.
Great Tour!
jfshape,Jan 9, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Levi was our FANTASTIC guide. We were two couples and his car was comfortable, he was personable, and very knowledgeable about Panama and its people. We were lucky to arrive at the Miraflores Lock visitor center to see two cruise ships go through the lock. We had a great day.
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