Luxury Panama
Encompassing both eclectic city explorations and tropical island escapes, this eight day luxury Panama tour truly gives you the best of both worlds. Discover Panama City's vibrant history and marvel at the Panama Canal before experiencing true relaxation on your own private island.
Trip Highlights
- Savour the finest Panamanian gastronomy, as well as coffee and rum tastings
- Learn about the feat of engineering behind the Panama Canal
- Explore Panama City’s ambient Casco Viejo area
- Relax in paradise on a tropical private island resort
- Spot migrating humpback whales in the Gulf of Chiriquí
- Learn about ocean biodiversity on a marine safari
Our bespoke trips include
We design one-of-a-kind journeys incorporating luxury in all its forms. Our bespoke trips include:
- Luxury accommodation throughout
- Privately guided tours
- Private transfers
- Meticulously selected experiences
- Expertise and support from your Jacada Concierge
Itinerary in detail
Every Jacada trip is tailored to your personal preferences and interests. Below you’ll find a sample itinerary to inspire your own custom-designed journey.
Days 1–4
Highlights of Panama City
Casco Viejo, also known as Casco Antiguo – the ‘old quarter’, which dates back to 1673, is Panama City’s most charismatic neighbourhood. This UNESCO Cultural World Heritage Site is brimming with vitality, from vibrant plazas lined with colourful buildings to renowned gastronomy. From freshly grilled seafood to some of Panama’s best dishes, the dining here is not to be missed.
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Miraflores
Casco Viejo
Miraflores VIP Experience
Head to Miraflores Locks at the Panama Canal where your specialised guide will introduce you to the unique details of this marvel of engineering. As well as watching massive vessels traverse the locks, you’ll be able to learn about their history and construction at the Visitors’ Centre and Museum. This VIP experience also allows you to access areas restricted to the public, and weather permitting you’ll have the unique opportunity to get a much closer view of the locks and operations.
Half day Casco Viejo tour
This experience blends Spanish colonial history with local gastronomic tradition on a visit to the main highlights of Panama City’s Casco Antiguo district. Also known as Casco Viejo, the area’s eclectic vibe and local markets make for a fun exploration. Savour unmissable flavours throughout the day, including Geisha coffee, chocolate made with Panamanian Cacao, Pedro Mandinga rum, ceviche, and the popular “Raspao”.
Days 4–8
Private island paradise in Chiriquí
Stretching from the Costa Rican border to the Azuero Peninsula on Panama’s Pacific coast, the Gulf of Chiriquí encompasses a wealth of marine life and spectacular scenery, including the Gulf of Chiriquí National Marine Park, dense mangrove forests, coral reefs and picturesque private islands. Set on an untouched archipelago of 14 islands, the private island resort of Islas Secas, which will be your base for this leg of the trip, is the ultimate beach destination.
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Whale watching
Marine safari
Sunset cruise
Humpback whale watching
The protected waters in the Gulf of Chiriquí are the only place in the world known to host two separate populations of migrating humpback whales. As well as the possibility of spotting humpback whales from the comfort of your casita, Islas Secas also offers sensitive whale-watching expeditions, where you’re like to have some epic encounters with these majestic creatures.
Marine safari
Explore the 14 tropical islands which make up the Islas Secas resort on this educational and exciting marine safari. The incredible megafauna includes whale sharks, humpback whales and sea turtles, as well as some of the best bird watching in Panama. Expert guides can personalise the experience to your interests, with scuba diving, watersports, yoga and spa treatments.
Cavada sunset cruise
Named after the main island on the archipelago, Cavada is a 50-foot Maverick yacht designed to help you explore the islands in utmost luxury. Drift between the islands, watching as the vivid sunset reflects orange on the peaceful waters, while sipping on expertly mixed cocktails and cold champagne. Keep an eye out for playful bottlenose dolphins or majestic frigate birds.
Why book with Jacada
Personalised design
We’ll plan your trip around your personal interests, tastes and preferences, providing honest advice based on first-hand knowledge.
Authentic experiences
Our expert guides and brilliant Concierges are hand-picked for their ability to bring your destination to life with care and passion.
Positive impact
We seek out unforgettable experiences that benefit both local communities and the environment.
