The tour takes us to Boquete, a small and charming mountain village tucked away on the eastern slopes of the Baru Volcano. It is known to produce some of the sweetest oranges and richest coffees in all of Panama and has an everlasting spring-like climate. The surrounding hills and slopes are primarily covered in shade-grown coffee plantations, providing a rich product recognized by international connoisseurs. Known for their sustainable farming practices, these farms are recognized the world over by conservationist and are home to an abundance of birds equal to those found in the cloud forests higher on the mountain.

Panama City, with over 700,000 inhabitants, is the political, administrative and cultural center of the country. It has both historical and ultra-modern features. The city has numerous modern tourist attractions with the Panama Canal as being the 8th wonder of the modern world! But you will also find large shopping malls, jewellery at an affordable price, world-class hotels and restaurants. For most people, the New York-like skyline in Panama City is what reflects the modernity of the city the most.

Accommodation in this tour is first class. In Panama City, we will be staying at Hotel Deville located in the financial heart of Panama and designed for a select clientele accustomed to the finest in service and personalized attention. All the rooms are Suites, equipped with two telephone lines plus direct internet access via a special high speed line.

In Boquete, we will be staying in a junior suite at Hotel Panamonte a charming hotel that was founded in 1928 and renowned for its gourmet restaurant. The ambience is very much like a European B&B with stunning gardens and charming details that make the accommodations warm and inviting. The elegant fireside bar & lounge features a large, open entrance with an outdoor annex. This outdoor area also has a fireplace and seating.

Panama Canal Transit Market operates only on Saturdays, so ideal start date for this trip is Friday.

This tour includes international airfare from Miami (US), on non-holiday dates. You do not need to fly via Miami; Yampu will fly you the most direct way to your city of destination. Depending on your travel dates and proximity of travel, we will quote you the most economical surcharge from your city or country of origin.

Additional information on this trip:

• Days of Week the Trip can Start:
  Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
• Visited Cities:
  Panama City, Boquete