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Agua Clara lower observation deck
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Caribbean Gems: Colon city Tour plus old and new Canal locks

By Panamanian Aventures
Free cancellation available
Price is $120 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey to Colón, the vibrant gem of Panama's Caribbean coast! This captivating city tour will immerse you in Colón's rich history and stunning landmarks, showcasing exceptional highlights such as the first interoceanic train on the continent, the largest free trade zone in the Americas, and the largest port area in Central America's Caribbean.

But that's not all—prepare to be awed as we explore the magnificent locks at Gatun and Agua Clara, adding an extra layer of wonder to your experience. Don’t let this incredible opportunity pass you by; secure your spot today for a remarkable adventure that you will cherish forever!

Activity location

  • Colon
    • Colon, Panama

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Colon
    • Colon, Panama

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Caribbean Gems: Colon city Tour plus old and new Canal locks
  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Pickup included

Starting time: 8:00am
Price details
$120.00 x 2 Adults$240.00

Total
Price is $240.00

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate transportation
  • What's includedWhat's includedAir-conditioned vehicle
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedGratuities
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded10 dollars entry tickets for agua clara visitor center (adults) have to be purchased on site

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • 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
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • It will take 1 hour and 15 mins to get to the place where we are conducting the experience and another hour and 15 mins to bring you back to your hotel

Activity itinerary

Colon
  • 1h
Colón was founded in 1850 by the Panama Railroad Company, on the swampy island of Manzanillo, originally called Aspinwall by the company. Within the city of Colón, we have several sites such as the Casco Antiguo de Colón, or Cristóbal, the latter created by the French canal company. As well as public spaces such as Paseo Washington and Paseo Lesseps. Also, within this historic center, some buildings are declared monuments, such as the Episcopal Church, Cristo a Orillas del Mar, the Washington Hotel, and the Morgan Battery at Fort Lesseps. we will be visiting all these places listed above on this wonderful experience
Paseo Marino
  • 15m
It is a promenade that runs through part of the city of Colon and contains healthy recreation areas for children and adults, bicycle paths and even a plaza for people who like to practice "skating." From this privileged place you can see the ships waiting to enter the Panama Canal and those heading towards the enormous port of Manzanillo with merchandise from all over the world.
Port Colon 2000
  • 15m
The Colon Cruise Port, also known as the Colon 2000 Terminal, is a key gateway for cruise passengers arriving in Panama. Conveniently located on the Caribbean coast at the entrance to the Panama Canal, the port is just a short distance from the historic city of Colon
Zona Libre De Colon
  • 15m
It is the main free trade zone in the Western Hemisphere and one of the main multimodal redistribution logistics centers in the world.
New Washington
  • 15m
Let's visit the famous Hotel Washington, which is situated in front of the stunning marine panorama of the Caribbean Sea, along the shores of Limón Bay on the legendary former Manzanillo Island ( Colon). This hotel has been renovated to showcase its majestic architectural beauty, inspired by the styles of the Spanish colonial era.
Atlantic Bridge
  • 15m
Atlantic Bridge, a wonder in the middle of the Canal The imposing structure of the Atlantic Bridge stands out in the interoceanic waterway. It is a new icon for the Panama Canal that seeks to connect the coast below and up the coast of Colón with 4,605 ​​meters of road
Agua Clara Locks
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
With a view from the observation deck that would take your breath away, Agua Clara locks is waiting for you and all those who want to enjoy a pleasant experience enriched with interesting facts, but especially by being part of the history of the route that unites the world.
Gatun Locks
  • 30m
The Gatún Locks are an impressive engineering work that lifts ships from the Caribbean to Lake Gatun. These massive locks are the largest in the Panama Canal. As you watch ships pass through the locks’ chambers, it’s easy to understand why the Panama Canal is one of the seven man-made wonders of the world.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESColon
    • Colon, Panama

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEColon
    • Colon, Panama

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