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Panama Canal

Overview
  • Gutan, Panama Canal
  • The Hero of Panama Canal
  • Panama Canal Zone
  • Ancon Hill, Panama
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The Panama Canal is a man-made, 50-mile-long waterway that was created to connect the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. This made sailing from the West Coast of the U.S. to the East Coast and South America - and beyond - far faster. Trade between nations has also increased due to this modern technological marvel.

What is a Panama Canal Cruise? Panama Canal cruises are available in a variety of different durations and usually fall into two categories: partial transits and full transits. We are excited to offer travelers both partial and full transit cruises through the Panama Canal at the very best prices. Panama Cruises on Oceania, Princess, Seabourn, Norwegian, and Holland America cruise lines are popular choices for many and can be booked online today with no booking feess! Cruise this historic area and experience history for yourself.

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11 NIGHT PANAMA CANAL Cruise

Departing From: Miami

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Duration: 11 nights

Ship: Norwegian Gem (Ship Info)

Port of Call: Miami, Fl, George Town, Cayman Islands, Cartagena Colombia, Panama Canal Gatun Lake Panama, Colon, Panama, Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, Harvest Caye, Belize, Cozumel, Mexico, Miami, Fl (Itinerary Details)

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Miami, Fl(Depart 05:30 PM)
Day At Sea
George Town, Cayman Islands(08:00 AM - 05:00 PM)
Day At Sea
Cartagena Colombia(06:00 AM - 02:00 PM)
Panama Canal Gatun Lake Panama(05:00 AM - 03:00 PM)
Colon, Panama(05:00 PM - 08:00 PM)
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica(07:00 AM - 04:00 PM)
Day At Sea
Harvest Caye, Belize(10:00 AM - 04:30 PM)
Cozumel, Mexico(12:30 PM - 08:30 PM)
Day At Sea
Miami, Fl(Arrive 07:00 AM)

Best For: Family with Kids, Family with Teens, Honeymoon, Romantic, Senior, Wedding

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as little as $73.00/night

What's Included?

What 's Included in my Cruise?

    Your Norwegian Cruise Line Cruise Package Includes:

    • Comfortable accommodations
    • Ocean transportation
    • Most entertainment and daily activities
    • On-board meals and some beverages
    • Port charges
    • Kids club.

    It does not include travel protection, shore excursions, personal expenses, specialty dining, wifi, gratuities, or alcoholic beverages.

What's Included?

What 's Included in my Cruise?

    Your Norwegian Cruise Line Cruise Package Includes:

    • Comfortable accommodations
    • Ocean transportation
    • Most entertainment and daily activities
    • On-board meals and some beverages
    • Port charges
    • Kids club.

    It does not include travel protection, shore excursions, personal expenses, specialty dining, wifi, gratuities, or alcoholic beverages.

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11 NIGHT PANAMA CANAL Cruise

Departing From: Miami

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Duration: 11 nights

Ship: Norwegian Gem (Ship Info)

Port of Call: Miami, Fl, George Town, Cayman Islands, Cartagena Colombia, Panama Canal Gatun Lake Panama, Colon, Panama, Puerto Limon, Costa Rica, Harvest Caye, Belize, Costa Maya, Mexico, Miami, Fl (Itinerary Details)

Norwegian Gem

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Miami, Fl(Depart 05:30 PM)
Day At Sea
George Town, Cayman Islands(08:00 AM - 05:00 PM)
Day At Sea
Cartagena Colombia(06:00 AM - 02:00 PM)
Panama Canal Gatun Lake Panama(05:00 AM - 03:00 PM)
Colon, Panama(05:00 PM - 08:00 PM)
Puerto Limon, Costa Rica(07:00 AM - 04:00 PM)
Day At Sea
Harvest Caye, Belize(10:00 AM - 04:30 PM)
Costa Maya, Mexico(11:30 AM - 07:30 PM)
Day At Sea
Miami, Fl(Arrive 07:00 AM)

Best For: Family with Kids, Family with Teens, Honeymoon, Romantic, Senior, Wedding

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From

$799

as little as $73.00/night

What's Included?

What 's Included in my Cruise?

    Your Norwegian Cruise Line Cruise Package Includes:

    • Comfortable accommodations
    • Ocean transportation
    • Most entertainment and daily activities
    • On-board meals and some beverages
    • Port charges
    • Kids club.

    It does not include travel protection, shore excursions, personal expenses, specialty dining, wifi, gratuities, or alcoholic beverages.

What's Included?

What 's Included in my Cruise?

    Your Norwegian Cruise Line Cruise Package Includes:

    • Comfortable accommodations
    • Ocean transportation
    • Most entertainment and daily activities
    • On-board meals and some beverages
    • Port charges
    • Kids club.

    It does not include travel protection, shore excursions, personal expenses, specialty dining, wifi, gratuities, or alcoholic beverages.

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10 NIGHT PANAMA CANAL Cruise

Departing From: Fort Lauderdale

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Duration: 10 nights

Ship: Ruby Princess (Ship Info)

Port of Call: Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Cartagena, Colombia, Panama Canal Partial Transit New Locks, Colon, Panama, Limon, Costa Rica, Day At Sea, Ocho Rios, Jamaica, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, Day At Sea, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida (Itinerary Details)

Ruby Princess

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Ft. Lauderdale, Florida(Depart 03:00 PM)
Day At Sea
Day At Sea
Cartagena, Colombia(07:00 AM - 03:00 PM)
Panama Canal Partial Transit New Locks(06:00 AM - 03:30 PM)
Colon, Panama(05:00 PM - 08:00 PM)
Limon, Costa Rica(07:00 AM - 06:00 PM)
Day At Sea
Ocho Rios, Jamaica(07:00 AM - 04:00 PM)
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands(07:00 AM - 05:00 PM)
Day At Sea
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida(Arrive 07:00 AM)

Best For: Family with Kids, Family with Teens, Honeymoon, Romantic, Senior, Wedding

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$848

as little as $85.00/night

What's Included?

What 's Included in my Cruise?

    Your Princess Cruise Package Includes:

    • Comfortable accommodations
    • Ocean transportation
    • Most entertainment and daily activities
    • On-board meals and some beverages
    • Port charges

    It does not include travel protection, shore excursions, personal expenses, specialty dining, wifi, gratuities, or alcoholic beverages.

What's Included?

What 's Included in my Cruise?

    Your Princess Cruise Package Includes:

    • Comfortable accommodations
    • Ocean transportation
    • Most entertainment and daily activities
    • On-board meals and some beverages
    • Port charges

    It does not include travel protection, shore excursions, personal expenses, specialty dining, wifi, gratuities, or alcoholic beverages.

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15 NIGHT PANAMA CANAL Cruise

Departing From: San Francisco

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Duration: 15 nights

Ship: Ruby Princess (Ship Info)

Port of Call: San Francisco, California, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Puntarenas, Costa Rica, Day At Sea, Fuerte Amador, Panama (for Panama City), Panama Canal Full Transit New Locks, Cartagena, Colombia, Day At Sea, Day At Sea, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida (Itinerary Details)

Ruby Princess

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San Francisco, California(Depart 04:00 PM)
Day At Sea
Day At Sea
Cabo San Lucas, Mexico(08:00 AM - 05:00 PM)
Day At Sea
Day At Sea
Day At Sea
Day At Sea
Puntarenas, Costa Rica(07:00 AM - 07:00 PM)
Day At Sea
Fuerte Amador, Panama (for Panama City)(07:00 AM - 06:00 PM)
Panama Canal Full Transit New Locks(06:00 AM - 06:00 PM)
Cartagena, Colombia(10:00 AM - 05:00 PM)
Day At Sea
Day At Sea
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida(Arrive 07:00 AM)

Best For: Family with Kids, Family with Teens, Honeymoon, Romantic, Senior, Wedding

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$935

as little as $62.00/night

What's Included?

What 's Included in my Cruise?

    Your Princess Cruise Package Includes:

    • Comfortable accommodations
    • Ocean transportation
    • Most entertainment and daily activities
    • On-board meals and some beverages
    • Port charges

    It does not include travel protection, shore excursions, personal expenses, specialty dining, wifi, gratuities, or alcoholic beverages.

What's Included?

What 's Included in my Cruise?

    Your Princess Cruise Package Includes:

    • Comfortable accommodations
    • Ocean transportation
    • Most entertainment and daily activities
    • On-board meals and some beverages
    • Port charges

    It does not include travel protection, shore excursions, personal expenses, specialty dining, wifi, gratuities, or alcoholic beverages.

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10 NIGHT PANAMA CANAL Cruise

Departing From: Fort Lauderdale

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Duration: 10 nights

Ship: Emerald Princess (Ship Info)

Port of Call: Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Day At Sea, Falmouth, Jamaica, Day At Sea, Cartagena, Colombia, Panama Canal Partial Transit New Locks, Colon, Panama, Limon, Costa Rica, Day At Sea, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, Day At Sea, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida (Itinerary Details)

Emerald Princess

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Ft. Lauderdale, Florida(Depart 03:00 PM)
Day At Sea
Falmouth, Jamaica(09:00 AM - 06:00 PM)
Day At Sea
Cartagena, Colombia(07:00 AM - 03:00 PM)
Panama Canal Partial Transit New Locks(06:00 AM - 03:30 PM)
Colon, Panama(05:00 PM - 08:00 PM)
Limon, Costa Rica(07:00 AM - 06:00 PM)
Day At Sea
Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands(07:00 AM - 05:00 PM)
Day At Sea
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida(Arrive 07:00 AM)

Best For: Family with Kids, Family with Teens, Honeymoon, Romantic, Senior, Wedding

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$949

as little as $95.00/night

What's Included?

What 's Included in my Cruise?

    Your Princess Cruise Package Includes:

    • Comfortable accommodations
    • Ocean transportation
    • Most entertainment and daily activities
    • On-board meals and some beverages
    • Port charges

    It does not include travel protection, shore excursions, personal expenses, specialty dining, wifi, gratuities, or alcoholic beverages.

What's Included?

What 's Included in my Cruise?

    Your Princess Cruise Package Includes:

    • Comfortable accommodations
    • Ocean transportation
    • Most entertainment and daily activities
    • On-board meals and some beverages
    • Port charges

    It does not include travel protection, shore excursions, personal expenses, specialty dining, wifi, gratuities, or alcoholic beverages.

SAIL SAFE

Princess's Health & Safety Protocols allow you and your loved ones to cruise with the ultimate safety.

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CruiseDirect can help connect you with a cruise through the Panama Canal at the best price guaranteed. With no booking fees and flexible payment plans, you can experience a truly unique cruise experience within your budget. Cruises are our passion and we want to help you take the trip a lifetime: A trip down the Panama Canal that connects you with exciting ports is a truly unique vacation that will allow you to experience a monumental piece of technology and history while enjoying the relaxation and luxuries of a cruise.

Panama Canal Cruise Tips

  • Get up bright and early for a prime spot on the ship to get a good view of the canal. Spots on the bow and rear of the ship can get claimed quickly.
  • The Panama sun and heat is famously brutal. Make sure you've brought sunscreen and/or a protective hat. Crew members keep guests well-stocked with cool drinks and towels, and refreshing snacks.
  • Consider a shore excursion to have the greatest safety while exploring at port rather than traveling independently. Some cities like Colon and Puerto Limon have a reputation for crime.

Which Cruise Ships Go Through the New Panama Canal?

Panama Canal cruises are as luxurious or as low-key as you like. Cruise lines that send their ships through this area include:

  • Holland America
  • Princess
  • Norwegian
  • Seabourn
  • Azamara
  • Carnival
  • Celebrity
  • Crystal
  • Cunard
  • Disney
  • Regent Seven Seas
  • Royal Caribbean
  • Viking

What is the Best Month to Cruise the Panama Canal?

The cruise season runs from October to April. The best Panama Canal cruise weather is after the rainy season, which ends in November.

How Long Does It Take to Cruise the Panama Canal?

On average, it takes about eight to ten hours to travel through the Panama Canal. Note that Panama Canal cruises may include stops in many different ports before and after you transit the canal.