🌍 Ocean to Ocean Panama Canal Excursion – A Full-Day Journey Through History, Engineering & Nature
Explore the wonders of Panama from the Pacific Ocean to the Caribbean Sea
in this immersive full-day tour. The Ocean to Ocean Panama Canal Excursion
combines world-class engineering, UNESCO heritage sites, and stunning tropical landscapes—all in one unforgettable journey.
Tour Highlights:
🏛 Casco Viejo Walking Tour (UNESCO World Heritage Site) Begin your day exploring the historic Old Quarter of Panama City, where centuries-old churches, colonial architecture, and vibrant plazas tell the story of Panama’s rich cultural and political past. A guided walk brings this UNESCO-listed gem to life.
🎬 Miraflores Visitor Center + IMAX Theater Experience (Pacific Side) Witness massive ships transiting the original Miraflores Locks
and dive deeper into the canal’s incredible story with a 45-minute IMAX documentary, narrated by Morgan Freeman. The theater offers a powerful, cinematic journey through the canal’s past, present, and future.
🚗 Scenic Cross-Isthmus Drive to the Atlantic Cross the narrow waist of the Americas, passing through dense jungle and small towns as your guide shares local insight into the country’s geography, culture, and biodiversity.
🔧 Agua Clara Locks (Expanded Canal, Atlantic Side) Marvel at the engineering behind the new locks system, built to accommodate colossal Neo-Panamax ships. Enjoy sweeping views from the elevated observation platform, learning how the expansion has transformed global shipping.
👀 Gatun Locks – New Observation Terrace Visit the recently inaugurated observation terrace at the historic Gatun Locks, where you’ll gain a close-up perspective of the original Caribbean-side locks in action. This unique stop lets you compare old and new canal technologies side-by-side, providing a rare and complete view of Panama’s engineering evolution.
🏰 Fort San Lorenzo (UNESCO World Heritage Site) Step into the 17th century at this remote Spanish fortress, dramatically perched over the mouth of the Chagres River. Overgrown with jungle and rich in pirate lore, Fort San Lorenzo
is one of Panama’s most visually striking and historically significant sites.
Tour Includes: ✅ Private transportation with A/C ✅ Professional bilingual guide ✅ IMAX theater admission ✅ Entry to all canal centers and monuments ✅ Bottled water ✅ Pick-up & drop-off at hotel or meeting point
🕒 Duration:
Full-day (approx. 8–9 hours) 📍 Departure:
Panama City 👥 Ideal for:
History buffs, cruise passengers, engineering enthusiasts, families & adventurous travelers
From ancient forts to cutting-edge locks and from the Pacific to the Caribbean, this is Panama in one powerful day. Reserve your seat today for the most complete Panama Canal experience available!
