Casco Viejo charm & a luxurious Pacific island escape
When to go
December-April, June-September
Trip length
7 days / 6 nights
Typical investmentPrice
from $11,500 pp
Begin in Panama City’s historic Casco Viejo before taking a private charter west to the beautiful Pacific archipelago of Islas Secas. Leave cobblestone streets behind for a luxurious island casita, vibrant reefs, and forest trails alive with birdsong. Snorkel, paddle sheltered bays, and explore with your guides before enjoying long lunches and evenings beneath the stars. Head out for a fishing adventure, indulge in a massage, and spend your final day enjoying your favorite beach or cove. Seven days of island luxury, with meals, activities, and your private air charter included as arranged.
Along the way
Spend unhurried days on a fully inclusive private island
Snorkel vibrant reefs and paddle quiet bays at Islas Secas
Fish Pacific waters with local guides, then unwind with a seaside massage
Fly by private charter from Panama City to a remote Pacific archipelago
Your route
Colonial streets, contemporary Panama
Arrive in Panama City and meet your driver for the journey to your luxurious hotel in Casco Viejo. Spend the rest of the day relaxing or exploring the historic neighborhood’s charming cobblestone streets. Your island adventure begins tomorrow.
A private archipelago at the edge of Panama
Depart Panama City by private charter, flying west over mountains and jungle toward the Pacific. Continue by boat to Islas Secas and check into your island casita, where indoor and outdoor spaces open to the surroundings. Enjoy lunch, then spend the afternoon getting acquainted with your beautiful island retreat.
Snorkel vibrant reefs or paddle along sheltered bays, enjoying a morning in beautiful Pacific waters. Later, join a guided nature hike through the forest, listening for birdsong along the trails. Return for dinner beneath the stars after a day exploring land and sea.
Head out with your guide for a fishing experience in the Pacific, learning techniques along the way. Return for a leisurely lunch, then spend the afternoon swimming, stretching out in the shade, or simply enjoying the island views. Dinner awaits after another beautiful day by the sea.
Enjoy a massage with the sound of the sea nearby, then spend the rest of the day as you wish. Wander a beach, return to a favorite cove, or relax as frigatebirds circle overhead. A deliciously lazy day in island paradise.
Enjoy morning coffee with the ocean stretching out before you, then take a final swim or find a favorite patch of shade. Today is yours to spend as you wish. A little more beach time, a leisurely breakfast, and one last evening on the islands.
Transfer by boat and private ground transport, then fly from David to Panama City for your international departure. Bid farewell to forest trails, beautiful reefs, and your Pacific island escape.
Let's discover your next adventure
Our top picks
Housed within restored heritage buildings overlooking Plaza Herrera, Sofitel Legend is the first luxury hotel to open inside Panama City's UNESCO-listed Casco Viejo. The 159-room property combines French hospitality with Panamanian history, placing museums, rooftop bars, galleries, and some of the city's best restaurants just outside the front door.
Occupying a beautifully restored 1917 landmark in the heart of Casco Viejo, American Trade Hotel remains one of Panama City's most distinctive boutique stays. Its 50 rooms preserve lofty ceilings, original tilework, and historic architectural details, complemented by contemporary Panamanian art and craftsmanship. The renowned Jazz Club, Café Unido, museums, galleries, and many of the city's best restaurants are all just a short walk away.
Occupying a restored colonial mansion in the heart of Casco Viejo, Amarla is one of Panama City's smallest luxury hotels, with just eight individually designed suites. Original architectural details are complemented by handcrafted furnishings and Panamanian artwork, while rooftop views, excellent dining, museums, and cafés are all just outside the front door.
Fourteen private islands in Panama's Gulf of Chiriquí form the setting for Islas Secas, one of Central America's most exclusive island retreats. Just eight casitas accommodate a maximum of 24 guests across an otherwise undeveloped archipelago, where protected rainforest and marine habitats remain the focus. Whale watching, world-class fishing, diving, and wildlife encounters all take place within one of Panama's most important marine reserves.
A 400-acre private island forms the setting for Isla Palenque, one of the Cayuga Collection's most distinctive properties. More than 85% of the island remains protected rainforest, leaving just eight beachfront casitas and a six-bedroom villa along seven miles of Pacific coastline. Forest trails, archaeological sites, empty beaches, and the wildlife-rich Gulf of Chiriquí are all explored directly from the island.
Keep exploring
Let’s start planning
Tell us a little about your plans. We’ll be in touch to talk through this trip with you.
