The Incredible Panama Canal
USA
22 days / 21 nights
Cruise Holiday
Guide Price €3,179 per person (based on 2 adults sharing)
Cruise Holiday
Duration: 22 days/21 nights
Transit one of the world’s greatest engineering marvels, the Panama Canal, a 50 mile waterway meandering through wild jungle. Visit the USA, Mexico, Costa Rica and Aruba as well as spending days relaxing at sea to enjoy the facilities on board your Princess Cruises ship.
- Transit the iconic Panama Canal
- Explore verdant rainforests and historic cities in Central America
- Visit the beautiful Caribbean island of Aruba
from €3,179
per person (based on 2 adults sharing)
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Itinerary
Days 1-2 Los Angeles, USA
Fly to Los Angeles and enjoy the glamour of this sprawling city. Shop until you drop in Beverly Hills or stroll along the famous Venice Beach boardwalk.
Day 3 Cruise embarkation*
Transfer to Los Angeles' port and board Island Princess® to start your journey through Central America.
Day 6 Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
With crystal clear waters and white sand beaches, it is easy to see why Puerto Vallarta is so popular. Keep your eyes peeled for a glimpse of whales or dolphins, relax on the beach or take the chance to visit the shops and restaurants.
Day 8 Huatulco
Spend the day in this authentic Mexican town, take a stroll along the beach to discover stunning bays, or try some delicious local delicacies.
Day 9 Puerto Chiapas
Surrounded by lush tropical forests, this picturesque port boasts fantastic views of the Sierra Madre mountains and is home to radiant beaches with golden sands.
Day 11 Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Welcome to Costa Rica, home to tropical rainforests, mountains and a seemingly endless succession of sandy beaches along the west coast. From Puntarenas explore Costa Rica's many delights.
Day 13 Fuerte Amador, Panama
This port of call is located at the Pacific entrance to the Panama Canal and is the gateway to Panama City. Marvel at the region’s grand past and dynamic present.
Day 14 Panama Canal transit
Cruising through the Panama Canal will be the most unforgettable experience of your voyage. It takes approximately 8 hours to navigate the 50 mile waterway linking the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, allowing you to experience first-hand one of the engineering wonders of the 20th Century.
Day 16 Aruba
Acclaimed for its stunning beaches and natural treasures, Aruba offers an exciting yet laidback Caribbean experience.
Days 19-20 Fort Lauderdale, USA
Disembark in Fort Lauderdale and spend two nights enjoying the city’s beaches and historic riverfront.
Days 21-22 Fly home
Days not listed are spent relaxing at sea.
*Island Princess® offers superb facilities including the rejuvenating Lotus Spa® and the tranquil adults only Sanctuary. Dine on menus made with the freshest ingredients from gourmet burgers and exceptional seafood to comforting gastropub favourites. In the evenings make use of the many entertainment venues. Sit back and indulge in a themed cocktail from the Good Spirits at Sea® Bar, or head to the sun deck and enjoy a blockbuster film at Movies Under the Stars®, accompanied with blankets and popcorn, before retiring to your Princess Luxury Bed.
Departs: Selected departures, Mar - Apr, Oct, Dec 27 & Jan, Mar - Apr 28. Itinerary varies by departure date
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Price & Inclusions
- Flights
- 4 nights 4★ to 4★+ hotels
- 16 night cruise aboard Island Princess® incl full board
- Private transfers
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The tour itinerary, inclusions and departures are based on travel from 01/09/2026 to 31/12/2027. For holiday guide price terms and conditions, click here.
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