CODE: CL009 Centennial Bridge + Miraflores Locks + Former American zone + Coastway Amador + Casco Viejo Category: History and Culture Departure time: 40 minutes after disembarked. Carnival: 7:40am , others (RCI, Celebrity, Princess, more) 8:40am Length: 7 hours approx. Traffic jam involved = less than 30 minutes approx. Chance to miss your cruise = 0%
Description: First, it will take us 60 minutes by road to ride on the Centennial bridge to have panoramic view of Gaillard cut (the narrow part of the Canal) and Pedro Miguel Locks. Second, we will visit the Miraflores Locks exhibition center where you will learn about the history of the canal and how it has been operating during the last 90 years. Then our journey then takes us to the former militar bases of Albrook, Balboa and Amador and you will learn about the influences of the Americans in the lifestyle of the Panamenian. Later we will travel to world famous Casco Viejo! (Panama Colonial). Here, the guide will show and talk to you about the places such as Catedral Metropolitana, Las Bovedas, Bolivar Square, and others. From 1673 to 1910 the city suffered many changes and influences of architectural style, although it's remains are predominantly neoclassic. Throughout El Casco Antiguo a variety of styles can be appreciated, primarily Spanish, French and ltalian, the Metropolitan Cathedral (La Catedral Metropolitana) on La Plaza Mayor displays two distinct architectural styles - Colonial and Neoclassical and it's belfries are covered with Mother of pearl veneer which are said to represent the marine riches of Panama. In El Casco Antiguo we will visit a beautiful vaulted promenade known as Las Bovedas. This walkway is divided into three sections: El Paseo General Esteban Huertas the tunnel of the bougainvillea's, La Punta de Chiriqui-the viewing point, and the French Plaza (La Plaza de Francia) -in homage to those who built the Canal. In addition to these monuments - a number of old houses and other attractions can be found in the downtown district. This tour is an unrivaled cultural experience that is not to be missed in your visit to Panama! Finally, you will return to the cruise to continue with your travel, but this time sharing with others your unforgettable experience in Panama.
PRICE Adults or Teens: US$65 each Child under 11: US$50 each / Child under 6 : free
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