Taste of Panama City
Panama City, Panama
From USD 76.00
Office phone number: +507 6780 3010
Taste of Panama City
Panama City, Panama
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Coffee, chocolate, beer, ceviche, and cocktails. It reads like a sample platter of Panamanian flavours, and that’s exactly what it is! Join this Panama City tour to discover the flavours that make this city unique, and gain local insider knowledge on the best restaurants in town. Victory!
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Highlights
- Get to know Panama’s rich history while following your tastebuds along brick streets of the Old Quarter (Casco Viejo)
- Lose yourself in a cup the world’s finest and most expensive coffee, the Geisha
- Experience the intense flavours of organic Panamanian chocolate produced by local Ngöbe indigenous peoples
- Sample Panamanian craft beer directly from the microbrewery where it’s brewed
- Indulge in Panama’s national dish, ceviche, at the local Seafood Market
- Take in the sunset with an exquisite rum cocktail and a view to write home about
Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour:
- The chocolate you sample on this tour is produced by Ngöbe indigenous peoples, and supports local farmers in the Bocas de Toro province. These locals receive proceeds from every chocolate bar we buy.
- The fresh ceviche you enjoy on your tour supports local fisherman from Panama City.
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Schedule details
- Duration: 2 hours
- Meeting point:
Café TIEMPO, Coffee Roasters, inside the American Trade Hotel, Casco Viejo (Avenida Central and Calle 9).
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- Starting time: 5.00 PM
- Ending point:
Tantalo Rooftop Bar, Avenida B and Calle 8, Casco Antiguo (Casco Viejo).
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, food and drink samples (coffee, chocolate, beer sampler, ceviche, rum).
Exclusions: Transportation to and from the meeting point, additional food and drink beyond what is stated above, items of a personal nature, tips / gratuities for the guide.
Sample the best of Panama’s flavours on this Panama City food tour that gives you a delicious overview of the good life (aka the food life) here in Panama.
We’ll begin our tour on a bold note with a look into Panama’s world-class coffee industry. Learn about coffee production from finca to cup as you sample the famous Geisha coffee, said to be both the world’s finest and most expensive coffee.
With a little buzz in our step, we’ll make our way through the beautifully restored UNESCO neighbourhood of Casco Viejo (also known as Casco Antiguo). We’ll pass by the historic Iglesia de la Merced, as we sample another local treat: chocolate! Taste organic Panamanian chocolate from the Bocas del Toro province, where it is cultivated and produced by the local Ngöbe indigenous peoples.
From here, our food tour of Panama City will make a cultural and historical bob and weave through the cobblestone streets. Casco Viejo is a particularly photogenic neighbourhood, so make sure you’ve got your camera handy and ready!
Next up is a local microbrewery, where we’ll sample four of the beers currently on tap. The brewery is an open concept, which provides us with a first-hand look at how local Panamanian beer is made.
From here we’ll make our way along the Malecón (the city’s picturesque sea wall), to a local Seafood Market to taste Panama’s national dish, ceviche. A delicate concoction of the freshest seafood, marinated until cooked in a mixture the citric lime juices, onion, and cilantro. It’s a delicious dish, one you might even need to return for.
Our last stop will be a mix of old and new (much like Casco Viejo), as we enjoy a modern cocktail made with Panama’s oldest and finest rum. As we sip our cocktail, we’ll witness the last rays of sun leaving the rooftops of the old city, and the modern downtown city skyline come to life.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, food and drink samples (coffee, chocolate, beer sampler, ceviche, rum).
Exclusions: Transportation to and from the meeting point, additional food and drink beyond what is stated above, items of a personal nature, tips / gratuities for the guide.
Dress standard: Comfortable clothing for walking the neighbourhood.
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Additional Information: Please note, this tour is not a replacement for dinner and is not intended to fill you up. It is a sampler tour ideal for giving you insight into Panamanian food, whetting your appetite, and sending you off into the evening with excellent restaurant recommendations for dinner nearby.
Child Policy: Children and teens under 18 years of age are not permitted on this tour.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +507 6780 3010
Email address: info@panamacityurbanadventures.com
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