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11-night The Panama Canal & Costa Rica Westbound Cruise/Land Package

Panama City/San Jose (C.R.)
11-night The Panama Canal & Costa Rica Westbound Cruise/Land Package
February 3, 2026
Tauck - Cruise Division: Le Champlain for Tauck
Panama City/San Jose (C.R.)
Vacation Offer ID 1609966
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From $9,390
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Cruise Inclusions

EXPERIENCE WITH TAUCK

  • Tauck's experienced naturalist, Tauck Director and local guides join the cruise aboard ship, leading excursions ashore to enrich your experience of the jungle, water and flora & fauna
  • Visits to Carara National Park in Costa Rica, the Darien and the San Blas Islands 

TAUCK VALUE INCLUDES

  • Tauck's private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at $3,147
  • 7-night cruise aboard one of Ponant's Explorer Class yacht
  • Your cruise may be a shared ship experience with non-Tauck guests onboard as well; all Tauck guests will be accompanied by one Tauck Director for approximately every 40 Tauck guests, and your itinerary will always be highlighted by exclusive, private Tauck shore excursions
  • Full small-ship transit of the Panama Canal with onboard commentary by a local expert
  • 4 nights' hotel accommodations with guided sightseeing in San José & Panama City
  • Aboard ship, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages are included throughout the day.
  • Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted
  • 29 meals; applicable fuel surcharges, service charges, porterage and most taxes

Available Add-Ons

Optional roundtrip airfare from your city Pre or post cruise hotel stay

  • Destination Guide
  • Suggested Shore Excursions
Destination Arrival Departure
Panama City

Panama City 02/03/2026

Tour begins: Panama City. A transfer from Tocumen International Airport is included to Hilton Panama or JW Marriott Panama is included. Join us this evening for a welcome reception and dinner at the hotel. Meals :D
02/03/2026 02/03/2026
Panama City

Panama City 02/04/2026

Begin today's exploration of Panama City in its key historic district, Casco Viejo; a walking tour will show you this walled cobblestoned city, built in the 1670s at the foot of Ancon Hill, to provide safety from attack. The area is a gem of Spanish colonial architecture in various stages of redevelopment, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site; you'll also have free time to explore on your own. After lunch at a local restaurant, tour the former Canal Zone, driving through Ancon Hill, a lush residential enclave that was home to US military facilities until a 1977 treaty granted Panamanian sovereignty over the "Zone;" Albrook, a former US Air Force Base; and Clayton, once a US Army base. Then enjoy a fascinating visit to the exhibits and gardens of the Biomuseo, the Panama City biodiversity museum designed by renowned architect Frank Gehry. The rest of the day is yours to explore as you wish. Meals :B, L
02/04/2026 02/04/2026
Casco Viejo
02/04/2026 02/04/2026
Gamboa Rainforest Resort
02/05/2026 02/05/2026
Colon (Panama)
02/05/2026 02/05/2026
San Blas Islands
02/06/2026 02/06/2026
Holandes Cays
02/06/2026 02/06/2026
Panama Canal
02/07/2026 02/07/2026
Darien Region
02/08/2026 02/08/2026
Playa de Muertos
02/08/2026 02/08/2026
At Sea
02/09/2026 02/09/2026
Herradura
02/10/2026 02/10/2026
Quepos
02/11/2026 02/11/2026
Puerto Caldera (Puntarenas)
02/12/2026 02/12/2026
San Jose (C.R.)
02/12/2026 02/12/2026
Alajuela
02/13/2026 02/13/2026
San Jose (C.R.)
02/13/2026 02/14/2026
Tauck - Cruise Division: Le Champlain for Tauck
A built-in hydraulic platform with adjustable heights that allow for easy access to the sea for swimming, water sports, and embarkation/disembarkation for on-shore excursions. Ponant's new Explorer Series yachts distinguish themselves by their sophisticated styling, innovative "green" technology, and attentive service while offering a refined, small-ship cruising experience.
Ship Highlights
  • Step into The Blue Eye Lounge which is the world's first multi-sensory, underwater lounge
  • Spa and fitness center
  • A state-of-the-art, 188-person capacity theatre provides an intimate space for lectures and entertainment
  • A pool equipped with a counter-current swimming system
Ship Statistics
Registry
France
Built Year
2018
Gross Tonnage
9,900 gross tons
Beam
59 ft (18 m)
Maximum Speed
12.5 knots
Ship Length
430 ft (131.1 m)
Passenger Capacity
184
Number of Crew
110
Crew Nationality
French / International
Number of Decks
6

Dining

Dining
Fresh products, carefully selected ingredients, refined dishes throughout your cruise, enjoy outstanding cuisine prepared by talented chefs sharing their passion for the legacy of French cooking. The panoramic Gastronomic Restaurant accommodates all passengers in a single sitting, this dining area, opening to the outside, offers cuisine featuring inspiration drawn from local ports of call.

Bars & Lounges

Bars & Lounges
Exclusive to the Explorer-Series small ships, Le Laperouse, Le Dumont d'Urville and Le Champlain, The Blue Eye lounge is the world's first multi-sensory, underwater lounge. The space's graphical references evoke cetaceans and jellyfish and inspiration is evident in the lines of the lounge, the positioning of the body, the furniture and the fittings.

Balcony

Deluxe Cabin - Deck 3 (DEL) $9,390
Deluxe Cabin - Deck 3
  • Category: DEL
Size: 19 sq. m. (204 sq. ft.) Private Balcony: Yes Beds: Queen (180 cm x 200 cm) or 2 twins (90 cm x 200 cm).
Stateroom Amenities: Individually controlled air conditioning, closet, flat screen satellite TV, video on demand, satellite direct-line telephone, iPod player, 110/220 volt outlets, electronic safe, minibar, alarm clock, WiFi internet access.
Prestige Stateroom (PR4) $10,050
Prestige Stateroom
  • Category: PR4
Size: 19 sq. m. (204 sq. ft.) Private Balcony: Yes Beds: Queen (180 cm x 200 cm) or 2 twins (90 cm x 200 cm).
Stateroom Amenities: Individually controlled air conditioning, closet, flat screen satellite TV, video on demand, satellite direct-line telephone, iPod player, 110/220 volt outlets, electronic safe, minibar, alarm clock, WiFi internet access.
Prestige Stateroom (PR5) $10,380
Prestige Stateroom
  • Category: PR5
Size: 19 sq. m. (204 sq. ft.) Private Balcony: Yes Beds: Queen (180 cm x 200 cm) or 2 twins (90 cm x 200 cm).
Stateroom Amenities: Individually controlled air conditioning, closet, flat screen satellite TV, video on demand, satellite direct-line telephone, iPod player, 110/220 volt outlets, electronic safe, minibar, alarm clock, WiFi internet access.
Prestige Stateroom (PR6) $10,690
Prestige Stateroom
  • Category: PR6
Size: 19 sq. m. (204 sq. ft.) Private Balcony: Yes Beds: Queen (180 cm x 200 cm) or 2 twins (90 cm x 200 cm).
Stateroom Amenities: Individually controlled air conditioning, closet, flat screen satellite TV, video on demand, satellite direct-line telephone, iPod player, 110/220 volt outlets, electronic safe, minibar, alarm clock, WiFi internet access.

Suite

Deluxe Suite (DS4) $12,890
Deluxe Suite
  • Category: DS4
Size: 27.5 sq. m. (296 sq. ft.) Private Balcony: Yes Beds: Queen (180 cm x 200 cm) or 2 twins (90 cm x 200 cm).
Stateroom Amenities: Individually controlled air conditioning, separate living & sleeping areas, closet, flat screen satellite TV, video on demand, satellite direct-line telephone, iPod player, 110/220 volt outlets, electronic safe, minibar, alarm clock, WiFi internet access.
Prestige Suite - Deck 5 (PS5) $15,890
Prestige Suite - Deck 5
  • Category: PS5
Size: 38 sq. m. (409 sq. ft.) Private Balcony: Yes Beds: One fixed Queen (180 cm x 200 cm) and a Queen or 2 twins (90 cm x 200 cm.
Stateroom Amenities: Individually controlled air conditioning, separate living & sleeping areas, closet, flat screen satellite TV, video on demand, satellite direct-line telephone, iPod player, 110/220 volt outlets, electronic safe, minibar, alarm clock, WiFi internet access.
Prestige Suite - Deck 6 (PS6) $16,640
Prestige Suite - Deck 6
  • Category: PS6
Size: 38 sq. m. (409 sq. ft.) Private Balcony: Yes Beds: One fixed Queen (180 cm x 200 cm) and a Queen or 2 twins (90 cm x 200 cm.
Stateroom Amenities: Individually controlled air conditioning, separate living & sleeping areas, closet, flat screen satellite TV, video on demand, satellite direct-line telephone, iPod player, 110/220 volt outlets, electronic safe, minibar, alarm clock, WiFi internet access.
Privilege Suite (PV6) $17,390
Privilege Suite
  • Category: PV6
Size: 32 sq. m. (344 sq. ft.) Private Balcony: Yes Beds: One fixed Queen (180 cm x 200 cm) and a Queen or 2 twins (90 cm x 200 cm).
Stateroom Amenities: Individually controlled air conditioning, separate living & sleeping areas, closet, flat screen satellite TV, video on demand, satellite direct-line telephone, iPod player, 110/220 volt outlets, electronic safe, minibar, alarm clock, WiFi internet access.
Grand Deluxe Suite (GD6) $18,640
Grand Deluxe Suite
  • Category: GD6
Size: 45 sq. m. (484 sq. ft.) Private Balcony: Yes Beds: Queen (180 cm x 200 cm) and 2 twins (90 cm x 200 cm).
Stateroom Amenities: Individually controlled air conditioning, separate living & sleeping areas, closet, flat screen satellite TV, video on demand, satellite direct-line telephone, iPod player, 110/220 volt outlets, electronic safe, minibar, alarm clock, WiFi internet access.
Owner's Suite (SA) $21,140
Owner's Suite
  • Category: SA
Size: 45 sq. m. (484 sq. ft.). Private Balcony: Yes Beds: Queen (180 cm x 200 cm) and 2 twins (90 cm x 200 cm) Stateroom Amenities: Individually controlled air conditioning, separate living &, sleeping areas, closet, flat screen satellite TV, video on demand, satellite direct-line telephone, iPod player, 110/220 volt outlets, electronic safe, minibar, alarm clock, WiFi internet access.
Privilege Suite (PV5) Call for pricing
Privilege Suite
  • Category: PV5
Size: 32 sq. m. (344 sq. ft.) Private Balcony: Yes Beds: One fixed Queen (180 cm x 200 cm) and a Queen or 2 twins (90 cm x 200 cm).
Stateroom Amenities: Individually controlled air conditioning, separate living & sleeping areas, closet, flat screen satellite TV, video on demand, satellite direct-line telephone, iPod player, 110/220 volt outlets, electronic safe, minibar, alarm clock, WiFi internet access.
Privilege Suite (PV) Call for pricing
Privilege Suite
  • Category: PV
Size: 32 sq. m. (344 sq. ft.) Private Balcony: Yes Beds: One fixed Queen (180 cm x 200 cm) and a Queen or 2 twins (90 cm x 200 cm).
Stateroom Amenities: Individually controlled air conditioning, separate living & sleeping areas, closet, flat screen satellite TV, video on demand, satellite direct-line telephone, iPod player, 110/220 volt outlets, electronic safe, minibar, alarm clock, WiFi internet access.
Grand Deluxe Suite (GD5) Call for pricing
Grand Deluxe Suite
  • Category: GD5
Size: 45 sq. m. (484 sq. ft.) Private Balcony: Yes Beds: Queen (180 cm x 200 cm) and 2 twins (90 cm x 200 cm).
Stateroom Amenities: Individually controlled air conditioning, separate living & sleeping areas, closet, flat screen satellite TV, video on demand, satellite direct-line telephone, iPod player, 110/220 volt outlets, electronic safe, minibar, alarm clock, WiFi internet access.
Deluxe Suite (DS3) Call for pricing
Deluxe Suite
  • Category: DS3
Size: 27.5 sq. m. (296 sq. ft.) Private Balcony: Yes Beds: Queen (180 cm x 200 cm) or 2 twins (90 cm x 200 cm).
Stateroom Amenities: Individually controlled air conditioning, separate living & sleeping areas, closet, flat screen satellite TV, video on demand, satellite direct-line telephone, iPod player, 110/220 volt outlets, electronic safe, minibar, alarm clock, WiFi internet access.
Price includes all private Tauck shore excursions, cruise fare, port charges, applicable fuel surcharges, entertainment, and gratuities to Tauck Director and ship staff.

Land/Cruise Price includes: all shore excursions, cruise fare, port charges, applicable fuel surcharges; and gratuities to Tauck Directors and ship staff. Aboard ship, non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages are included throughout the day.

Special note about the January 11 and 18 departures: We are pleased to welcome wildlife filmmaker Tim Martin aboard the January 11 (eastbound) and 18 (westbound) departures; he'll be sharing insights, both onboard the ship and ashore, about the local wildlife.

Travel East or West:Cruise operates Eastbound from San José and Westbound from Panama City. Sightseeing is identical.

Note: This cruise feature two types of landings on the islands, made from your ship either by tender or Zodiac-style inflatable rafts. Dry Landings occur when guests step from the tender or rafts on to rocks or a dock. Wet Landings occur when the tender or raft edges onto a sandy beach and guests step into knee-deep water and wade ashore.

Note: Activities marked with an asterisk (*) are at your own risk; a signed liability waiver will be required.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

Deck 7

Stateroom Key

  • Owner's Suite (SA)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite (GD6)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite (GD5)
  • Privilege Suite (PV6)
  • Privilege Suite (PV5)
  • Prestige Suite - Deck 6 (PS6)
  • Prestige Suite - Deck 5 (PS5)
  • Deluxe Suite (DS4)
  • Deluxe Suite (DS3)
  • Privilege Suite (PV)
  • Prestige Stateroom (PR6)
  • Prestige Stateroom (PR5)
  • Prestige Stateroom (PR4)
  • Deluxe Cabin - Deck 3 (DEL)
Deck 6

Stateroom Key

  • Owner's Suite (SA)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite (GD6)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite (GD5)
  • Privilege Suite (PV6)
  • Privilege Suite (PV5)
  • Prestige Suite - Deck 6 (PS6)
  • Prestige Suite - Deck 5 (PS5)
  • Deluxe Suite (DS4)
  • Deluxe Suite (DS3)
  • Privilege Suite (PV)
  • Prestige Stateroom (PR6)
  • Prestige Stateroom (PR5)
  • Prestige Stateroom (PR4)
  • Deluxe Cabin - Deck 3 (DEL)
Deck 5

Stateroom Key

  • Owner's Suite (SA)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite (GD6)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite (GD5)
  • Privilege Suite (PV6)
  • Privilege Suite (PV5)
  • Prestige Suite - Deck 6 (PS6)
  • Prestige Suite - Deck 5 (PS5)
  • Deluxe Suite (DS4)
  • Deluxe Suite (DS3)
  • Privilege Suite (PV)
  • Prestige Stateroom (PR6)
  • Prestige Stateroom (PR5)
  • Prestige Stateroom (PR4)
  • Deluxe Cabin - Deck 3 (DEL)
Deck 4

Stateroom Key

  • Owner's Suite (SA)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite (GD6)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite (GD5)
  • Privilege Suite (PV6)
  • Privilege Suite (PV5)
  • Prestige Suite - Deck 6 (PS6)
  • Prestige Suite - Deck 5 (PS5)
  • Deluxe Suite (DS4)
  • Deluxe Suite (DS3)
  • Privilege Suite (PV)
  • Prestige Stateroom (PR6)
  • Prestige Stateroom (PR5)
  • Prestige Stateroom (PR4)
  • Deluxe Cabin - Deck 3 (DEL)
Deck 3

Stateroom Key

  • Owner's Suite (SA)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite (GD6)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite (GD5)
  • Privilege Suite (PV6)
  • Privilege Suite (PV5)
  • Prestige Suite - Deck 6 (PS6)
  • Prestige Suite - Deck 5 (PS5)
  • Deluxe Suite (DS4)
  • Deluxe Suite (DS3)
  • Privilege Suite (PV)
  • Prestige Stateroom (PR6)
  • Prestige Stateroom (PR5)
  • Prestige Stateroom (PR4)
  • Deluxe Cabin - Deck 3 (DEL)
Deck 2

Stateroom Key

  • Owner's Suite (SA)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite (GD6)
  • Grand Deluxe Suite (GD5)
  • Privilege Suite (PV6)
  • Privilege Suite (PV5)
  • Prestige Suite - Deck 6 (PS6)
  • Prestige Suite - Deck 5 (PS5)
  • Deluxe Suite (DS4)
  • Deluxe Suite (DS3)
  • Privilege Suite (PV)
  • Prestige Stateroom (PR6)
  • Prestige Stateroom (PR5)
  • Prestige Stateroom (PR4)
  • Deluxe Cabin - Deck 3 (DEL)