Panama Canal Train and Colon Tour: Scenic Ride & Historical Exploration
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7 Ratings
Colon
Embark on a 7-hour tour to experience the scenic ride on the Panama Canal Train and explore the historical sites of Colon. Visit the Agua Clara Lock Neo Panamax Visitor Center and Fort San Lorenzo, and discover fascinating facts about the construction of the canal.
Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Agua Clara Locks - The center has a theater and observation center.
  • Fort San Lorenzo - We will pick up clients from hotels in the city of Panama.

Train tickets included and one hour ride to Colon, then pick up by the guide to visit Agua Clara center, Fort Sherman & Fort San Lorenzo

  • Port Colon 2000 - Optional lunch stop at port colon and optional visit of the Old school of the Americas.
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Professional guide
  • Agua Clara Visitor Center entrance
  • Entrance to San Lorenzo Fort
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Lunch
Additional Information

Colon Tour | Agua Clara Lock Neo Panamax Visitor Center\n\nDuration 7 Hours\n\nAgua Clara Lock\n\nThe impressive engineering feat of the Expanded Panama Canal continues to astonish both locals and tourists alike. A notable fact is the sheer volume of materials used in its construction. To put it into perspective, the 192 thousand tons of steel used for the Third Set of Locks is enough to construct 19 replicas of the Eiffel Tower.\n\nFort San Lorenzo\n\nThe authorization for Castillo de San Lorenzo dates back to 1564. However, typical of many Spanish crown projects in the New World, it took four decades to initiate construction. The strategic location chosen was atop a cliff, providing cannons with an optimal position to defend the entrance to the Charges River and allowing for a clear, extensive view of the sea. The initial fortification, like others from early Panama, was constructed using the ancient double palisade method, which involved two parallel wooden walls filled with earth and topped with a roof made of woven reed and palm thatch.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Agua Clara Locks
Avenida Bolivar, Lago Gatun
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Prakash_p
Mar 21, 2023
Great Colon trip - Aqua Clara Canal system is absolutely amazing. We observed 2 ships pass through the locks. Truly breathtaking.
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Slawomirgrzegorzek
Aug 18, 2019
Fantastic. - Fantastic service, very quick reservation. Timely pick up from hotel in Panama. Very nice and nice english speaking driver.
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Ricklby
Nov 24, 2018
Short but interesting train ride, tour of Panama City - I did a cruise ship excursion that included the Agua Clara Lock "Canal Expansion" Visitors' Center, the train ride to Panama City, and return by bus to Colon. The Lock Center has a nice view overlooking the canal locks and Gatun Lake, shows an interesting 12-minute film on the history and future of the canal, and a short nature hike via steps through a patch of rainforest, which I enjoyed. Most people in our group seemed to spend their time in the tiny gift shop or eating snacks. The Panama Canal Railway was built in the mid 19th century, with the current train cars refurbished for tourists. I paid extra to ride in the "Dome Car" with glass windows above, which admitted more light and a greater view (when it wasn't raining.) I ended up moving to the outdoor "smoking" car to take pictures, and that was very enjoyable for a photographer who didn't mind standing. The seats in the "Dome Car" are constructed facing each other across tables, and are very tight and uncomfortable with no leg room if you are over the age of twelve. A small snack box (potato chips, shortbread cookies, raisins) was provided. In Panama City we were treated to a very enjoyable tour including views of the skyline from the causeway-connected former islands followed by a ride through downtown (on a Sunday, so no traffic.) This was a nice excursion for someone like me who wanted to say afterwards that I had done it!
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