Private Tour
Private or Small Group Panama Canal & City Half-Day Tour
Overview
Available languages
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What makes this tour unique is that in just 5 hours you will discover the best of Panama City and the Canal, ideal if you have little time. Unlike mass tours, we offer small groups or private service, with flexibility and personalized attention. You will travel in a modern air-conditioned vehicle, accompanied by a bilingual local guide who shares history, culture and authentic anecdotes.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Panama Canal
At this point you can see the change of levels of the ships that transit the Panama Canal, also enjoy a 45-minute documentary on IMAX narrated by Morgan Freeman.
Bridge of the Americas
We will travel the majestic bridge of the Americas until we reach its own viewpoint
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Pick-up and drop-off at Panama City Hotels
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bilingual Guide
Panama Canal
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Private Tour - Panama City
Duration: 5 hours
Private vehicle
Private tour: Private tour with guide and exclusive vehicle.
Ideal for travelers staying in Ciudad looking for a personalized experience.
Pickup included
Small Group Tour - City
Duration: 5 hours
Mini van
Shared tour : Small group sharing tour, ideal for travelers staying in Panama City who want to share the tour.
Pickup included
Private Tour - Airport Stopover
Duration: 5 hours
Private vehicle
Private tour in stopover : Private tour for passengers on stopover, with airport pick-up and return, designed to suit flight schedules
Pickup included
Reviews
604 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
We had a great experience...
Qin T,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great experience with our tour guide Jennifer. When we walked out of the airport, Jennifer was there already waiting for she. The minivan was comfortable for the six of us and all our luggage. Jennifer was super knowledgeable and easy to talk to. She’s very flexible to accommodate our needs. We had a great time and would highly recommend this tour and Jennifer as the guide.
Great tour of the Canal!
N918HUdant,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Alex gave us a great tour of the canal and city. He grew up in Panama City so knows a lot about its history. We had a great time! We highly recommend this tour, and also recommend Alex!
100% satisfaction.
L9839GFjaimes,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were blown away by the level of professionalism and expertise displayed by Mr. Alex Marriott . He went above and beyond to ensure our conform and satisfaction. Highly recommended.
Passion Enjoyed all the places.
Tourist56007959652,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing information and very passionate about Panamá!
Amazing Private Tour!
breonah2023,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our private guide was Jose Odigada! He was amazing!! Very friendly, personable and knowledgeable!! Me and my husband learned a lot about the history of the Panama Canal and the city of Panama!! It’s lovely here! He went above and beyond! Recommend 5/5!!
Thanks Jennifer
fabiocatani21,Apr 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jennifer was an excellent guide. Thanks for all the comprehensive explanations.
Airport layover tour
Y4480PLmd,Apr 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour! Jose was right on time and took us to see all of the Panama City sites before getting us back to the airport for our flight home. We had a long layover and this was the perfect way to spend it. We loved our time with Jose and enjoyed learning about the beautiful Panama City!
A Great Way To Get a Feel for Panama
BJDOO,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jennifer picked our group up right at the ship. She was a real professional and did a wonderful job guiding our group of 12 throughout our tour which required some special assistance for one member of our party. She managed the process flawlessly and gave us a good overview of the canal and city. We finished the tour with a terrific meal. They adapted the tour to fit the requirements of our cruise schedule and were great to work with. Thanks for a job well done.
The best guided tour ever 👍👍👍
nooraE5026VG,Apr 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My daughter and I can’t thank Jenifer ( tour guide) for her professional, friendly and informative service. We’ve had many guided tours over the years and this guided tour is one of the best if not the best. Jenifer is very knowledgeable of the areas she took us to Panama exploring its streets , culture and people.. She’s the friendliest tour guide and we are very lucky to have experienced the beauty of Panama 🇵🇦 by her. Highly recommended 👍👍👍👍👍
Fun day touring Panama City highlights
NikiSGu,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an absolutely fantastic experience with our tour guide, Alex! From start to finish, he was punctual, professional, and incredibly accommodating to our needs. He worked with us to reschedule because our plans went haywire at the last minute. His knowledge about the Panama Canal and the history, culture, and hidden gems of Panama was truly impressive—it felt like we were getting insights you just wouldn’t find anywhere else. He explained everything in a way that was engaging and easy to understand, even for the kids. Speaking of which, my 3 teen children, absolutely loved him! He was patient, friendly, and made a real effort to include them, which made the whole experience even more special for our family. Beyond all that, he’s simply a kind and genuine person who clearly cares about giving his guests a great experience. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide and would highly recommend him to anyone visiting Panama!
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