PaulMedik Posted March 22, 2006 #1 Share Posted March 22, 2006 We're planning to do the Panama 'Two Oceans by Railroad' excursion. Does anyone have any reviews or pictures of this excursion? Thanks, Paul Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sptrout Posted March 23, 2006 #2 Share Posted March 23, 2006 This is a very popular tour that is offered, I imagine, by all cruise lines visiting Panama. We took this trip a couple years ago during our Summit Cruise. I can highly recommend it! We took the "Dome Car" version, which I assume Carnival also offers. There have been many comments about this tour so you may want to do a "search" of the boards to see everyone's comments (including several of my responses). I don't think you will find many people who had anything negative to say about it. It is a great way to see the Pacific side of Panama, without having to sit in a bus, or if your cruise is not a complete transit of the Canal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Charlie Posted March 23, 2006 #3 Share Posted March 23, 2006 We took this excursion on our XHorizon cruise last year and enjoyed it very much. You will be able to see ships passing through the canal. We were on the domed car also. Our tour guard's name was Marty - born to American parents in Panama and raised in Panama. Our tour included a bus tour through parts of Panama City where Marty took us through a couple of the former American military bases that were turned over to Panama during the Carter administration. This was truly among our most favorite excursions so far. Dianne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Charlie Posted March 24, 2006 #4 Share Posted March 24, 2006 Click Here for a link to a thread I started before we went to Panama. The last post has a picture we took on the domed car of the train. Charlie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boston Mark Posted March 24, 2006 #5 Share Posted March 24, 2006 We're thinking of doing it next month with our kids, 7, 10, & 11, is there enough to keep their interest, or will they be completely bored mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
98Charlie Posted March 24, 2006 #6 Share Posted March 24, 2006 We're thinking of doing it next month with our kids, 7, 10, & 11, is there enough to keep their interest, or will they be completely bored mark IMHO and from experience with our own children at that age, the adventure of being on the train, the journey past the ships on the canal and the tour guide talking about the history should keep their attention. The Domed car is a bit more expensive but well worth the few dollars more for the view as you sit higher than those on the regular cars and you can see much more. Dianne Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulMedik Posted March 25, 2006 Author #7 Share Posted March 25, 2006 Thank you all for your replys. Unfortunately the 'Domed Car' version isn't offered for our sailing. :( My boys are 11, 9, and 5 so I'm sure they'll enjoy the experience. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sellwingri Posted March 26, 2006 #8 Share Posted March 26, 2006 We're thinking about doing this tour on our 4/13 Coral Princess cruise but the one with the dome car is sold out and they only have the executive rail car available. At a cost of $159pp, is this worth it? Thanks Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lisiamc Posted April 11, 2006 #9 Share Posted April 11, 2006 Thank you all for your replys. Unfortunately the 'Domed Car' version isn't offered for our sailing. :( My boys are 11, 9, and 5 so I'm sure they'll enjoy the experience. :) Your boys might enjoy hanging out on the platform between the railcars with the photographers (and also the smokers!) My husband likes to take lots of photos, so I spent most of the trip out there with him, and really enjoyed the view - somewhat different than what you can see from inside. There are very sturdy railings, so with a parent there too, they will be safe. Lisa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulMedik Posted April 11, 2006 Author #10 Share Posted April 11, 2006 Your boys might enjoy hanging out on the platform between the railcars with the photographers (and also the smokers!) My husband likes to take lots of photos, so I spent most of the trip out there with him, and really enjoyed the view - somewhat different than what you can see from inside. There are very sturdy railings, so with a parent there too, they will be safe. Lisa Lisa, Thanks for the tip! I'm sure that's something they will enjoy and I also like taking lots of photos. :) Are your photos on webshots or a similar site? Would love to check them out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoe Posted April 12, 2006 #11 Share Posted April 12, 2006 We went last week on the lower level. It was great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peggyb Posted April 17, 2006 #12 Share Posted April 17, 2006 We are booked on this excursion on our Princess Cruise on 4/23/06 The info we received said that it was a one way train trip and bus transportation for the return trip...Anyone that has been on this trip recently..can you clarify...bus or train return Thanks Peggy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoe Posted April 17, 2006 #13 Share Posted April 17, 2006 We just got back. Our excursion was round trip on the train. Once we got to the Pacific side there was a short bus trip around town and to the MiraFlores locks, then back to the train and then back to the ship. I just posted some photos and videos on my website www.mydatalion.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peggyb Posted April 17, 2006 #14 Share Posted April 17, 2006 Thank you for the info...were you on the train with other cruise lines or just RCCL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snoe Posted April 17, 2006 #15 Share Posted April 17, 2006 I believe it was just our ship only. We were the only ship docked at Cristobal Pier. I guess there could have other ships docked somewhere else that I did not know about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulMedik Posted April 27, 2006 Author #16 Share Posted April 27, 2006 Having now completed the Two Oceans By Railroad excursion, I must say that it was a great experience for our entire family. We got upgraded to the dome car by being last in line at the pier and being late was definately a good thing. :) Check out our webshots photos of Panama for pictures on board the buses and train as well as pictures of areas we went to on the Pacific side. For the five of us, the tour cost $800 and I'd say it was money well spent. My boys LOVED the dome car as well as the platform at the back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gambler Posted May 2, 2006 #17 Share Posted May 2, 2006 great pics, thanks... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomsandi Posted May 24, 2006 #18 Share Posted May 24, 2006 I would like to know how to book this Excusion with Carnival, we are going on the 10-21-06. VICTORY. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurin612 Posted June 13, 2006 #19 Share Posted June 13, 2006 I would like to know how to book this Excusion with Carnival, we are going on the 10-21-06. VICTORY. If you go to carnival.com and register with your booking number you can book your excursions online ahead of time. I'm going 12/2, and all of my excursions are booked except for the Panama one. Thanks for posting your pics, PaulMedik! My kids are now REALLY excited to go, and I think this is the tour we're going to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbeachrose Posted June 13, 2006 #20 Share Posted June 13, 2006 I would like to know how to book this Excusion with Carnival, we are going on the 10-21-06. VICTORY. Hi, We're going on that cruise too. If you get any info about this tour would you let me know? Our TA said that Carnival told her the Panama tours should be online soon. This train ride seems to be very popular so we'd like to book early. If I hear anything more I'll post too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KroozFoolz Posted June 27, 2006 #21 Share Posted June 27, 2006 Have you been able to book this excursion yet for the 10/21 Victory? I just checked and it shows up on the Carnival site for this sailing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrendaGard Posted July 5, 2006 #22 Share Posted July 5, 2006 My husband and I are also on the 10/21 Victory cruise. Do you know the cost through Carnival? We are torn as to which excursion to book. We are thinking about a private tour -- but not sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzingduo Posted July 29, 2006 #23 Share Posted July 29, 2006 snoe, were you on the Brilliance? If so, would you be able to tell us the name or the price of the doomed train ride? We see 2 excursions and are not sure which one is the one you went on. Also, how hot was it during your cruise? Did you have time to do any shopping at the pier on the way back? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruzingduo Posted July 29, 2006 #24 Share Posted July 29, 2006 snoe, after reading further, I have learned it's 1 train, with 1 doomed car. I'd appreciate knowing hhow the weather was when you were there & if you had time at the pier to shop. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cbeachrose Posted August 11, 2006 #25 Share Posted August 11, 2006 Have you been able to book this excursion yet for the 10/21 Victory? I just checked and it shows up on the Carnival site for this sailing. I looked today, 8/11, and it's on for the 10/21/06 Victory cruise. $155 for the excursion. Only trouble is that when you go to book it, it says that no excursions have been booked for this port. I took a chance and booked it and it said that my reservation had been confirmed so I don't know what's going on. I figure if this tour is not available, they'll credit my card. Pricey tour but I'll never be in that neighborhood again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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