San Jose to Panama City Travel Pass

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7 daysDuration

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18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

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Minimal physical effort, perfect for travelers seeking an easy-going experience.

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San Jose, Costa Rica

Panama City, Panama

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Explore Costa Rica's capital, San Jose

Relax in the crystal clear waters of the San Blas Islands

Enjoy a hop-on/hop-off tour of Panama City

Itinerary

Embark on a vibrant 7-day sightseeing trip from San Jose to Panama City, designed for adventurous souls seeking a laid-back yet immersive experience. Travel through Costa Rica and Panama, enjoying zip-lining in Monteverde, bathing in Arenal’s thermal springs, and unwinding on the idyllic beaches of Bocas Del Toro. This self-guided tour offers seamless transport, comfortable accommodations, and a mix of cultural and natural highlights, including indigenous village visits and the Panama Canal. The standout feature? A unique blend of adrenaline, relaxation, and cultural discovery—perfect for those craving a dynamic, Central American journey without the stress of planning.

day 1San Jose, Costa Rica

San Jose Bites & Sights ExperienceDeparture Time: 9:00, 11:30
Duration: 4 hrs
On this San Jose tour you’ll get up close and personal with Costa Rican life, through architecture, history, food, and more! Nothing could get you closer to authentic San Jose than strolling through the streets with a local as they show you the ins and outs of daily life. Take a wander through the city with us on this tour that takes typical San Jose and turns it into a local experience you’ll never forget.
Your San Jose food tour starts with a morning pick-up point, where you can get to know your local guide and relax into your surroundings. From here you’ll take a stroll through the park, enjoying the views of the Yellow House, or Foreign Ministry, as you go, and learning more about the park itself, which is the oldest in the city and also known as Expression Park. You’ll visit a number of landmarks in this area, including the National Liquor Factory and the Metal Building, two 19th century buildings that play an important role in the history of San Jose. Your guide will give you all the local knowledge about what these landmarks mean to the city, and its citizens, giving you exclusive insights in what makes San Jose tick.
Your San Jose walking tour continues through Parque Nacional for yet another taste of San Jose’s rich history, before you head back into contemporary Costa Rican life and towards the Central Market. While seeing the sights and architectural gems of San Jose will help you get to know the city better, on this tour you’ll use another sense – taste – to get you even more in tune with San Jose.
There’s no better place in San Jose to experience the local cuisine than the Central Market, a 120-year old building full to the brim with typical Costa Rican food and drink. Here you can sample local delicacies, learn about the herbs used in local medicines, or simply sip on your second rich and smooth Costa Rican coffee of the day. The Central Market is an experience that no visitor the San Jose should miss, and with a local guide by your side you’ll unearth all the secrets behind this San Jose treasure.
The Central Market will be the last stop on this San Jose tour, and by the end you’ll be full of local knowledge (and perhaps even some local lingo!), giving you the full San Jose experience that is sure to be a highlight of your time in this vibrant city.

day 2Puerto Viejo, Costa Rica

day 3Bocas del Toro, Panama

day 4Panama City, Panama

day 5San Blas Islands, Panama

day 6San Blas Islands, Panama

day 7Panama City, Panama

What's Included

Accommodation

2N in rustic cabins on San Blas Islands

Meals

2 Breakfast/3 Lunch/2 Dinner

Guide

Certified local tourist guide

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Bocas del Toro to Panama CitySan Jose to Puerto ViejoPuerto Viejo to Bocas del ToroSan Jose Bites & Sights ExperienceFree Day

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