Explore diverse Panama and take the opportunity to visit some of Costa Rica's most stunning nature reserves on this relaxing voyage on Variety Voyager.
See the sights of lively Panama City and perhaps head to picturesque Gatun Lake and the impressive Fort San Lorenzo Spanish Historical Forts, before cruising to the idyllic Pearl Islands where there'll be the chance to swim and snorkel.
The breathtaking Darrien National Park can be explored in the company of Embera Indians, enjoy a beach BBQ at Cebaco Island, and take the opportunity to head to the Osa Peninsula, gateway to the amazing vistas of Corcovado National Park. There will also be the option to discover the abundant wildlife of the Manuel Antonio Reserve.
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Panama Canal and Costa Rica Itinerary
Day 1 - UK - Flamenco Marina (Panama City)
Overnight flight from the UK to Panama City.
Day 2 - Flamenco Marina
Embark Variety Voyager between 3pm and 4.30pm. Enjoy a Welcome Reception, and perhaps take the optional walking tour of old Panama City. Overnight in port. Please note: On the reverse itinerary, there is an optional excursion to Gatun Lake and the impressive Fort San Lorenzo Spanish Historical Forts.
Day 3 - Flamenco Marina
This morning, there is an optional excursion to Gatun Lake and the impressive Fort San Lorenzo Spanish Historical Forts. Enjoy a visit to the Panama Canal Expansion Observation Centre in Gatun where you'll have lunch. Head back to Panama City and visit the Canal Museum. Please note: On the reverse itinerary, there is an optional tour of old Panama City.
Day 4 - Pearl Islands - Playa Muerto
This morning, cruise to the beautiful Pearl Islands. Take the opportunity to swim and snorkel. Later, Variety Voyager sails to Playa Muerto. Overnight in port.
Day 5 - Playa Muerto - Darrien
Perhaps take the optional excursion to the picturesque Darrien National Park. You'll be welcomed by Embera Indians who are renowned for their handicrafts and traditions. Panorama cruises to Cebaco Island later. Overnight at sea.
Day 6 - Caiman Caleta/ Restingue Island (Costa Rica) - Cebaco Island
Morning arrival in Caiman Caleta/ Restingue Island where you can swim and snorkel. This afternoon, Variety Voyager arrives at Cebaco Island. Enjoy a beach BBQ, before heading to Golfo Dulce. Overnight at sea.
Day 7 - Golfito - Casa Orquideas - Puerto Jimenez
Arrive in Golfito and clear immigration before continuing to nearby Casa Orquideas. Perhaps take the optional excursion to a flowers sanctuary before enjoying a swim. Panorama then sails across the Bay of Puerto Jimenez whilst you enjoy a BBQ on deck. Arrive early afternoon and join the optional excursion to the Osa Peninsula. The park leads to the Corcovado National Park and allows you to walk in secondary forest and interact with the wildlife. Overnight at sea to Quepos.
Day 8 - Quepos - Playa Biesanz
This morning, arrive in Quepos and take the optional excursion to the Manuel Antonio Reserve. After lunch, there is an optional Forest Canopy excursion. Afternoon cruising to Playa Biesanz where excursion participants will rejoin the ship. On arrival, enjoy a relaxing swim. Tropical Farewell dinner this evening, before cruising to Puerto Caldera.
Day 9 - Puerto Caldera - UK
Disembark Variety Voyager in Puerto Caldera and transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK.
Day 10 - UK
Arrive back in the UK.
The cruise itinerary is subject to weather conditions and may be modified at the captains discretion.
Please note: The reverse itinerary varies slightly. Please contact us for details