San Lorenzo and Portobelo - Fortresses of gold and ashes

4.5

Sightseeing Lovers

Location: Panama

Activity: Sightseeing

Languages spoken: English, French

Duration: 12 hrs

Difficulty: Easy

Person (11+)

233.40 €

Infant (1-4)

0.00 €

Child (5-10)

119.10 €

Total price 233.40 €

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Duration: 12 hrs

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Highlights

San Lorenzo national park
Observation of wildlife down the road
The beginning of the Chagres River and the Atlantic ocean meeting point
El Castillo of San Lorenzo , world heritage site (UNESCO) by the mouth of the Chagres River
Panama Canal locks on the Atlantic, observe mega vessels.
Portobelo National Park
Portobelo ruins now part of the world heritage site (UNESCO)
Museum
Custom House
The Black Christ
Panama Canal Locks - Aguara Clara

All about the trip

The ruins of El Castillo de San Lorenzo and those of Portobelo once formed the strategic points of defenses of San Lorenzo at the Mouth of the Chagres River and the two fortifications of Portobelo. Narrate silently and vividly the prosperity of Panama in that era and its important geographical position to the benefits of the Spanish crown and the opportunities presented to the world maritime commerce.

This journey answers many historical questions, emphasizes the people, culture, wealth and historical facts pertaining to Portobelo, San Lorenzo and Panama in general. The Panama canal and its expansion of both the 20th and 21st century.

World Heritage sites (UNESCO) in Panama dated from the 16th century to protect the Spanish crown interests and to assure a safe transfer of gold and silver from one city to another and ocean to ocean, were attacked countless times and witnessed the bloody wars of the Caribbean against the Spaniards by the buccaneers, mercenaries, corsairs, privateers and pirates. The claim of the discovery of the Pacific Ocean back in the early 16th century had brought forth the Dry canal, where the Spaniards and travelers around the world were using the Camino Reales from Portobelo and Caminos de Cruces from San Lorenzo along with Panama Viejo formed the Historical Triangle Routes. This also led to the construction of the first interoceanic railway in the region in the 19th century and the construction of the Panama Canal in the early 20th century. Besides the abundance of wealth that was accumulated in Panama Viejo, Portobelo and San Lorenzo, it is worth mentioning the courage and contribution of the enslaved persons, the Cimarrons and how they brought freedom to their fellowmen and how they shaped the future and culture for many generations.

What is included in the price

Certified Local Tour guide
Hotel Pick-up and drop-off services
Transportation to and from all sites and activities scheduled
Bottled water
Entry / Admissions fees for all sites / attractions
Cover all tax for all sites / attractions

What is not included in the price

Gratuities / Tips

Not wheelchair accessible (in some terrains). Not stroller accessible (in some terrains). Not suitable for pets. Infant seats unavailable.

Instructions

This tour requires good weather to run, it may be rescheduled or canceled due to bad weather.

What to take with you?

Sun screens
Hat / Cap
Sun glasses

Itinerary

	At 8:00 a.m. our tour guide will be waiting for you and greeting you at the lobby of your hotel to pick you up. Detailed information will be provided to you about the scheduled activities and the site to visit.
	Drive to colon in direction of San Lorenzo
	El Castillo de San Lorenzo
	Visit Portobelo
	See the Black Christ
	The Forts
	Museum
	Custom
	The Panama canal new Locks in Colon

Where do we meet and where will the trip end?

Meeting place:

We offer Free pick-up from all hotels in Panama city, Casco Viejo and Playa Bonita (Hotels Dream and Westing).
Please let us know the name of your hotel during the booking process.

Final destination:

See above.

Cancellation Policy - Benevolent

Cancellation more than 4 days prior to the starting date. Clients are automatically refunded the full booking price.
Cancellation within 48 to 96 hours prior to the starting date. Clients are entitled to a 50% refund of the booking price.
Cancellation less than 48 hours prior to the starting date. No refunds.

The full Terms and Conditions are available on our website.

This activity is organised by Live Folks, EL Carmen, calle Ricardo Miro, Panama city, Panama, +507 6028-2013, bookings@livefolks.com.