If you are looking to have a nice experience in Panama City and in a short time this is the best tour for you. We include the best places that you need to visit for your first time in Panama or if you are just transiting Panama City and you dont want to miss this place please just take this tour.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
17 times a day, 7:30 AM–3:30 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 18+)
$59
Youth (ages 12–17)
$49
Child (ages 4–11)
$49
Infant (ages 0–3)
Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $94.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 2:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:57 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Panama City Pick Up point
Starting in Panama City
Pickup included
Tocumen Airport Pick Up Point
Tocumen airport & sorrounding
Pickup included
Colon City Pick Up point
Colon Cruise Terminal
Pickup included
Playa Bonita Pickup point
Playa Bonita and Sorrounding
Pickup included
Itinerary
Panama Canal
Admission not included120 min
Here you will see the process of the carriers through Miraflores Locks visit the movie theater and the museum also to know the all history.
Casco Viejo
60 min
You will see the most important places of the colonial square and transport back to the history when Spain Crown established one of the most important cities of the region
Amador Causeway (Calzada de Amador)
60 min
We will go through the coast entrance of the canal and take a picture on the Panamá Parade. Also, I will visit the duty-free shop if you want to get an excellent price.
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
Not included
Panama Canal Entry Fee
Tocumen Airport pick up fee
Lunch
Pickup Locations & Times
Pickups outside of Panamá city downtown will have an extra fee service.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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7 reviews
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How it compares in Panama City
Starting price $59 is 41% below the typical $100 for tours of similar length in Panama City
Excurgo comparison of 857 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Express Stopover 4 hours Private Panama City Tour take?
Express Stopover 4 hours Private Panama City Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Express Stopover 4 hours Private Panama City Tour cost?
Prices start at $59 per person for this Panama City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $94. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Express Stopover 4 hours Private Panama City Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 17 departures a day between 7:30 AM and 3:30 PM.
How much does Express Stopover 4 hours Private Panama City Tour cost for children?
Children aged 4–11 pay from $49, adults from $59. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Express Stopover 4 hours Private Panama City Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickups outside of Panamá city downtown will have an extra fee service. Pickup points include Hotel Parador Panama City, YOO Panama.
What languages is Express Stopover 4 hours Private Panama City Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 11 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(7)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Odyssey109211
February 11, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Tour operator canceled LAST MIN after we had already paid online
We booked our private tour for Panama City, Panama for Feb 11th 2026 and they cancelled by email at 11:45pm on Feb 10th. We had already paid online $200 + by credit card and had received our confirmation. We are on a cruise and will only be there for one day… and now do not have a tour to go see the sights. Very disappointing for our first and maybe only time to visit this city. I would not trust an important day/event with this group/company. They can cancel with no explanation at the last min with no consequence. If we were to cancel, we would lose our entire payment for the private tour. ( bc after the cancellation period). Why are they allowed to cancel with ZERO consequence? They should pay us for making us lose out on a special day’s event…. Or find a replacement.
Operator response
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and disappointment caused by the cancellation of your tour. This was due to an unexpected operational issue, and we completely understand how frustrating this must have been, especially during a short cruise stop.
As soon as the situation occurred, your payment was refunded in full. We truly regret the impact this had on your plans and your first visit to our city. Please accept our sincere apologies, as this is not the experience we aim to provide.
We appreciate your understanding and hope we may have the opportunity to serve you better in the future.
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Maria_F
November 15, 2025 · via Viator
Panama
Well we saw vet little of what really wanted which was old town. We were taken to a hill top to see containers waiting to go down the canal which really was a waste of our time n the guide wud not listen to our needs
Operator response
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry the tour did not meet your expectations, especially regarding your time in the Old Town. Our goal is always to adapt to our guests’ interests, and we regret if you felt your needs were not fully heard. We will review this with the guide to improve future experiences.
We appreciate your comments and hope to serve you again.
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Chastity A
July 15, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Great quick trip in Panama!
Jose was friendly and very knowledgeable about everything we visited in Panama. I learned a lot. The ride was smooth and the conversation was pleasant. Would recommend!
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Q1425LRkellym
June 24, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Great Tour!
Jose did a fantastic job as our tour guide. He was professional, knowledgeable, and had excellent English speaking skills near native. He picked us up from the airport during our layover and dropped us off in plenty of time for the connecting flight.
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Brenda_S
February 11, 2025 · via Viator
We enjoyed getting to see...
We enjoyed getting to see parts of Panama before being dropped off at airport. He picked us up at Ship terminal and showed us some places the ships tour missed.
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Rajeev_T
January 6, 2025 · via Viator
Outstanding Panama Canal and City Tour in record time
This was a phenomenal tour by Jose Espinosa who picked me up from airport (after minor initial confusion about Terminal 1 or 2), showed me the Panama Canal, the Miraflores visitor center ( I had purchased tickets in advance), saw the incredible passing of a giant container ship and then a car carrier, a rare maneuver of lines being thrown to ship, the beautiful IMAX movie about the canal/history, drove to a causeway with Sun setting, gorgeous city skyline of skyscrapers, by the original old settlement, to Old City by old churches and cathedral before dropoff, always with unique commentary. Jose is himself a marine navigator, was lucky to have him as guide, you'd be lucky to get him!
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