PANAMA & COSTA RICA 16 DAYS / 15 NIGHTS CANAL OF PANAMA ABOUT PANAMA & COSTA RICA In Panama you will experience amazing natural treasures, cosmopolitan lifestyle, and the wonderful diversity of unique activities and adventures. CASCO VIEJO Costa Rica boasts astounding biological diversity and landscapes of active volcanoes, unspoiled beaches, pristine natural settings and magical tropical forests. YOUR EXPERIENCE Day 1: Uncover the city of Panama Bristol Panama PANAMA CITY Day 2: Fly over the Canal, from ocean to ocean & discover the authentic Casco Viejo Day 3: Live like an Embera Day 4: Fly to San Jose & Embark on a Raft Trip for a genuine discovery of the Pacuare River Pacuare Lodge Days 5 & 6: Relish all of the exhilarating activities Day 7: Fly to a magnificent place Hacienda Alta Gracia Days 8 & 9: Relax through coffee plantation Day 10: Fly to Arenal Volcano Arenal Nayara Hotel & Garden Day 11: Experience the exiting canopy Day 12: Tread in the magical rainforest Four Seasons Resort Days 13, 14 & 15: Relax at the beach Day 16: Back to San Jose PACUARE RIVER ARENAL VOLCANO
DAY 1 Arrival at the airport Private transfer to your hotel Bristol Panama Their philosophy is to provide guests with the perfect Bristol Experience on their Panama vacation by carefully blending Panamanian traditions with exclusive products, incredible attention to detail, and luxurious surroundings in the best location in the city. One Single & One Double - 3 Nights Breakfast included DAY 2 Private City Excursion Visit Casco Viejo to discover the charms and history of this area commonly called the walled city. Walk through the narrow streets and appreciate its beautiful colonial and neoclassical architecture. Panama Canal from the Sky This unique and memorable experience will take you over the Canal from ocean to ocean with first class views of the expansion and full operations. DAY 3 Private Embera Native Experience Discover the magic of the Embera tribe on this special journey. You will have the opportunity to learn and interact with the Embera natives, their music, traditions and typical dances. DAY 4 Private transfer to the Tocumen Airport Flight to San Jose (international flight not included) Private transfer to Santa Marta & then to Pacuare Lodge
Arrival at the lodge in rafting After arriving at the river, you ll experience sheer exhilaration as you face the challenge of each huge wave, battling surging waters down miles of raging rapids. As you round the bend, you ll spy the indigenous-style facilities of the Pacuare Lodge. Pacuare Lodge These luxury lodges and bungalows are completely surrounded by tropical rainforest. Enormous trees and rainforest inhabitants live in natural harmony alongside the lodge itself. Jaguar Villa 3 Nights Includes: 3 Daily Meals DAYS 5 & 6 Days at leisure DAY 7 Private transfer from Bodega Siquirres to El Carmen Airstrip Charter flight to San Isidro Beginning of the car rental Hacienda Alta Gracia Nestled atop the lush mountains of Pérez Zeledón, in Costa Rica s Southern Region, Alta Gracia offers 50 estate-size Casitas, one of Central America s finest SPAs, three creative dining options and an exclusive equestrian experience. Two Bedroom Casita 3 nights Breakfast included DAYS 8 & 9 Days at leisure
DAY 10 Charter flight from San Isidro to La Fortuna Private transfer to Arenal & Beginning of the car rental Arenal Nayara Hotel & Gardens It is a five star luxury boutique hotel that is widely recognized for providing premium luxury amenities and ultra-personalized service. 3 bedrooms villa - 2 Nights - Breakfast Included DAY 11 Private Canopy & Tarzan Swing Experience If you like to experience a unique adrenalin filled sensation, come travel with us on one of the attractions that make Costa Rica famous at a world wide level. DAY 12 Arenal Hanging Bridge Trek A trail of 3.2 km in total allows the guest comfortably enjoy the magical Rain forest with a total of 16 Bridges. Manufactured with German technology, our bridges have an ideal design to provide a contemplative experience of the Rain forest Drive to Papagayo Peninsula Four Seasons Resort The windward beach faces north onto Virador Bay, while the south side beach borders Culebra Bay. Between the beaches lie the Resort s recreational and public areas, colorful gardens and private courtyards interlaced. One Single & One Double - 4 Nights Breakfast included
DAYS 13, 14 & 15 Days at leisure DAY 16 Flight back to San Jose END OF OUR SERVICES
WHAT IS INCLUDED: HOTELS 3 Nights at Bristol Panama in One Single & One Double - Breakfast Included 3 Nights at Pacuare Lodge in the Jaguar Villa Includes: 3 daily meals 3 Nights at Hacienda Alta Gracia, An Auberge Resort in Two Bedroom Casita Breakfast Included 2 Nights at Arenal Nayara Hotel & Garden in the 3 Bedroom Villa Breakfast Included 4 Nights at Four Seasons Resort in One Single & One Double Breakfast included EXPERIENCES Private City Experience & Panama Canal from the Sky Private Embera Native Experience - Includes: transfer, boat, guide & lunch Private Canopy & Tarzan Swing Experience Regular Arenal Hanging Bridge Expedition TRANSFERS Private transfer from Tocumen ATO to the Bristol Panama Private transfer to the Bristol Panama to Tocumen ATO Private transfer from San Jose to Santa Marta (Estimated time: 3 hours) Private transfer from Santa Marta to Pacuare River Private transfer from Bodega Siquirres to El Carmen Airstrip (Estimated time: 45 minutes) Private transfer from Arenal Airstrip to Arenal Zona 1 (Estimated time: 20 minutes) CAR RENTAL FLIGHTS Toyota Sequoia (Premium) from day 7 to day 10 Toyota Sequoia (Premium) from day 10 to day 16 Charter flight from El Carmen to San Isidro del General Piper Seneca (Twin Engine) Charter flight from San Isidro del General to Fortuna Piper Seneca (Twin Engine) Charter flight from Liberia to San Jose Intl. Airport WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED: Meals not specified in the program Optional activities Tips to guides and/or drivers Personal and/or medical expenses Any out of pocket incidentals International flights tickets Albee Adventures donates a portion of every booking to sustainable environmental and community improvement efforts in Costa Rica. Your purchase helps makes Central America a better place.