Historic Portobelo and Panama Canal Sightseeing Tour with Scenic Train Ride

Experience the rich history and breathtaking scenery of Panama on this tour. Explore the ruins of Portobelo, marvel at the engineering marvel of the Panama Canal, and enjoy a scenic train ride. Book now!

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Portobelo National Park - Drive through the national park of Colon
  • Museo de La Real Aduana de Portobelo - Watch a short documentary about the site, visit the museum and custom
  • Black Christ - Visit the church
  • Panama Canal Railway - Take a ride on the over a 150 years old train, friendly crew, air- conditioned, experience the panama…
What's Included
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Bottled water
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities
  • Train ride - Not Available
Additional Information

Explore three distinct cities and three different centuries on this captivating tour of Panama. Begin at the World Heritage site of Portobelo, where the remnants of this once prosperous city await. Next, visit the Panama Canal, the vital link between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Conclude your adventure with a scenic train journey from Colon to…

Location
Portobelo National Park
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Olgamilenaa2022
Jan 15, 2024
Many activities to do, excellent service and security in the area - Excellent tourist destination, diversity of plans, beach, museums, tour of the old town, new city, shopping centers among others
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Helen_b
Jan 2, 2022
Wonderful Day - Due to Covid, the train was not running. However, we had the opportunity to visit San Lorenzo instead. It was BEAUTIFUL! We learned so much and had a wonderful time. We ended up having a private tour with Hector, who was so knowledgable about the history of all of the places we visited. The Aguas Claros Locks was fascinating, Portabelo and San Lorenzo were beautiful. And lunch was delicious! It was a great day and we would certainly book another tour when we return.
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Penelope_c
Jan 1, 2022
Absolutely fantastic tour - Our guide Hector was fantastic we enjoyed ever second of the trip. The two UNESCO sites he took us to were well worth the drive.
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Sara
Dec 10, 2021
Fun and Educational - Awesome Tour!! Unfortunately, the train wasn't running, so if that is important to you, contact them to make sure. We saw the new locks and two ruins. It was amazing and the information Hector had was incredible. We learned so much. He was also great with our 9 year old son. Highly recommended.
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Lawrence_o
Dec 10, 2021
Well worth the effort. - Great tour. A large amount of Historical information shared by our tour guide. He was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Did not rush. Explained things thoroughly. Tour was lengthy so come prepared for a long day but was well worth the effort. Would recommend to people who are prepared for a 10 to 11 hour day.
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Travelselecter
Feb 24, 2020
Just a great day trip (Porobelo + Canal + Train) - We started our 1 day excursion in Panama City where we were picked up directly by our guide Hector by car. I can highly recommend you Hector, just call by phone and ask for him. A very nice guy with excellent knowledge of the history of Panama in very good English. After a good hour’s drive we reached Portobelo, where we could see the small village with the Black Christ Church and the impressive ruins with the cannons. Also the drive to the Panama Canal (Agua Clara) was very informative and beautiful views accompanied due drive. The actual canal with the locks for the huge cargo and passenger ships was spectacular. Lunch is not included. There was a delicious buffet right in the complex. Also the little jungle where we could observe monkeys was very nice. Then we went to the Panama Canal Train, the highlight of the day. You first go with the guide to the port of Colon where you climb into the panorama and relax for 1 hour and enjoy the view on the Panorama train. On the train ride back you see a lot of nature, if you are lucky many animals and a beautiful sunset. Since the train has a roof built with glass you have a beautiful panoramic view. Back in Panama City our Hector took us back to the hotel. Highly recommended if you don't have much time and want to make a day trip in peace without much tourists. The price is very fair to the 1 day trip. I also have a few more photos. Big thanks to Hector. It was very nice.
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Kathyvq
Jan 5, 2020
The Coolest, Bravo - Our third group vacations, this was the coolest trip ever. The most adventurous trip with great folks and our local tour guide was surely on top of his game. We had private transportations and the same tour guide for our group of 15 people for all 3 trips we booked with them.
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Gregdsean
Jan 5, 2020
Great Way to Spend Christmas - Great Way to Spend Christmas There could not be a better way to spend our christmas, our tour guide Angelina is a top class tour guide.
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Christinapomares
Dec 5, 2019
The most Satisfying Experience - This is by far the most satisfying experience we have ever had; we booked this tour with a lot of expectations and they were all met, this was, most definitely the highlight of our entire vacations. We surely will recommend LIVE FOLKS to others, family, friends should they visit Panama.
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Maestroricardo
Nov 19, 2024
Beautiful city, beautiful people. - We stayed on the third floor of a one bedroom AB&B on Plaza de la Independencia in the Casco Viejo, the old part of town. Location is important. Many HUGE hotels in the "Business" side of town. We could walk to almost everything that we were interested in. $10 cab ride to the Canal Locks. Ate in twice each day and found small LOVELY places for lunch or dinner out. Shops, small grocery store, Indigenous women dancing, playing flutes, involving young people in the plaza. Cathedral bells tolling during the day. VERY kind cops who suggested directions and recommended The Coca Cola Café (Pancakes and coffee under $5.00. We've visited over 50 countries. Panama is one of the BEST.
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up to 10 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).