I will be traveling from Liberia to San Jose by bus and am trying to determine the best location to get dropped off so I can meet you for the 11:30 am departure. can you assist?

We recommend to arrive to the city center as it's easier to move around.

I understand that lodging is included for two nights? Are travelers responsible for finding their own accommodations for the rest of the trip? I would like to leave in April.

That's correct, the bus pass only includes 2 nights, the rest would need to be booked on your own as this gives you the freedom to stay in each city as long as you want. The bus pass can be used for 1 year once you activate it.

Where do we sleep for the rest of the time?

This is a hop on hop off bus pass with activities. It does not include any nights. 2 nights are included only for the overnight tour which includes a jungle lodge stay in Tortuguero. This pass is for travelers that do not want a fixed trip, you decide what day they want to travel to each location, how long you stay in each city and when to take part in the activities in the pass. This is why accommodation is not included.

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San Jose to Panama City Travel Pass

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From San Jose to Panama City

4.2 (1,380 reviews)

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Gold Operator: Bamba Travel
City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Private Tour: Travel exclusively with your friends and family
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
San Jose
San Jose
Included Activities
- San Jose Bites & Sights Experience - guided walking tour with local guide
- Visit Expression Park and Yellow House (Foreign Ministry)
- Visit National Liquor Factory and Metal Building
- Visit Parque Nacional
- Explore Central Market with food and beverage tasting
Landmarks
Expression Park
Yellow House (Foreign Ministry)
National Liquor Factory
Metal Building
Parque Nacional
Central Market
Day 2
San Jose to Puerto Viejo
San Jose to Puerto Viejo
Day 3
Puerto Viejo to Bocas del Toro
Puerto Viejo to Bocas del Toro
Day 4
Bocas del Toro to Panama City
Bocas del Toro to Panama City
Day 5
Panama City to San Blas Islands
Panama City to San Blas Islands
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- 4x4 jungle transfer through rainforest
- Immigration processing
- Shared boat transfer to island
Landmarks
San Blas Islands
Day 6
San Blas Islands
San Blas Islands
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Island tour
- Swimming and snorkeling in turquoise waters
Optional Activities
- Hire boat to visit traditional Kuna Yala village and purchase handmade souvenirs (optional activity at extra cost, inquire upon arrival)
Landmarks
San Blas Islands
Day 7
San Blas Islands to Panama City
San Blas Islands to Panama City
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Scenic boat return to dock
- 4x4 transportation to Panama City
Landmarks
San Blas Islands

Landmarks
Expression Park
Yellow House (Foreign Ministry)
National Liquor Factory
Metal Building
Parque Nacional
Central Market

Landmarks
San Blas Islands

Landmarks
San Blas Islands

Landmarks
San Blas Islands

Accommodation
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

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Insurance
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4.2

Christian4.0•July 2026
We had a very nice time at the San Blas island of Yanis. It's a small paradise! Plenty of time to relax. Why not 5...
We had a very nice time at the San Blas island of Yanis. It's a small paradise! Plenty of time to relax. Why not 5 stars? Small things, like the chaos at the waterfront when you need to be directed to the correct boat and there might be some more activities posible on the island, for example as simple as a football (as you don't bring that your self). In the tour description was a sunken gunboat, but as nobody was able answer our question in English and I can't talk Spanish, we where not able to find it. I think that language has been a barrier for us as for example the optional visit to Kuna Yala Village was never offered of mentioned to us. The description of the trip mentions a 4x4 jungle drive. To set the right expectations: the route does indeed pass through the jungle, but it follows a well-paved road, so it wasn't quite the experience we had anticipated. This feedback is to improve evenmore as the overal trip was just amazing! I loved every minute of it and if you are doubting.... don't. Just go!Show more
Stefan5.0•February 2022
San Blas islands are really amazing. Chichime has few tourists compared to some of the other islands. The first night...
San Blas islands are really amazing. Chichime has few tourists compared to some of the other islands. The first night I was the only tourist on the island. The hosts are preparing fresh seafood for lunch and dinner and one boat trip for visiting other islands and to go snorkelling was included. Accomodation is simple, but beautiful with electricity only a few hours in the evening. The drive from Panama City to the jetty is very scenic and during the boat trip you pass some very beautiful islands. Overall an amazing trip.Show more
Klaus-Heinrich4.0•March 2026
It was a very nice 3-day trip to the world of Tortuguero Laguna Lodge. The facilities and the service were excellent....
It was a very nice 3-day trip to the world of Tortuguero Laguna Lodge. The facilities and the service were excellent. The tour guide Walter did an excellent job. The only thing we didn't like was the return transfer. We had to take a cab from our hotel Vilas del Rio to the Wyndham Garden pick-up point. A direct pick-up would have been possible in terms of traffic. Therefore one star less. It was a wonderful three-day trip into the world of the Tortuguero Laguna Lodge. Both the grounds and the service were outstanding. Our tour guide, Walter, did an excellent job. The only thing we were not pleased with was the transfer service to and from the lodge; on both legs of the journey, we had to take a cab from our hotel, Vilas del Rio, to the designated pickup point at the Wyndham Garden. A direct pickup would have been entirely feasible from a traffic standpoint. For this reason, we are deducting one star.Show more

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Cassandra
Asked on December 24th, 2024
I will be traveling from Liberia to San Jose by bus and am trying to determine the best location to get dropped off so I can meet you for the 11:30 am departure. can you assist?
Tour Details
Transport
- Bamba TravelOperator•Written December 2024
  We recommend to arrive to the city center as it's easier to move around.
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Courtney
Asked on January 16th, 2024
I understand that lodging is included for two nights? Are travelers responsible for finding their own accommodations for the rest of the trip? I would like to leave in April.
Accommodation
Tour Details
- Bamba TravelOperator•Written January 2024
  That's correct, the bus pass only includes 2 nights, the rest would need to be booked on your own as this gives you the freedom to stay in each city as long as you want. The bus pass can be used for 1 year once you activate it.
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  Courtney
  Traveler•Written January 2024
  Does the accommodation cover the two nights in San Jose? If so, which hotel would we stay in?
- Bamba TravelOperator•Written January 2024
  No, the 2 nights are in San Blas Island. This is a flexible travel pass and you will be traveling independently. You can stay as long as you want in each destination but you need to book your own accommodation. We will book/reserve all your transportation and day tours. Transportation is mainly by public buses, but we also book with local mini van shuttle suppliers.
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  Courtney
  Traveler•Written January 2024
  Can the cost be adjusted, in that case? I just discovered that my travel companion can only accompany me on the Costa Rica leg of the tour, with transfer into Panama.
- Bamba TravelOperator•Written January 2024
  The price for this itinerary would be 469 USD per person. The dates can change to the date you need, it is just a reference.
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Patrick
Asked on January 15th, 2024
Where do we sleep for the rest of the time?
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Tour Details
- Bamba TravelOperator•Written January 2024
  This is a hop on hop off bus pass with activities. It does not include any nights. 2 nights are included only for the overnight tour which includes a jungle lodge stay in Tortuguero. This pass is for travelers that do not want a fixed trip, you decide what day they want to travel to each location, how long you stay in each city and when to take part in the activities in the pass. This is why accommodation is not included.

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