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Simply Special Tours by Kelly Tours - The Full Transit - Panama Canal Cruise 2027

Simply Special Tours by Kelly Tours - The Full Transit - Panama Canal Cruise 2027

Embark on an extraordinary journey from the Pacific to the Atlantic with a full transit of the Panama Canal, one of the world’s greatest engineering marvels. This unforgettable cruise also features vibrant ports across Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean, blending culture, scenery, and relaxation

Itinerary

January 29: Fly to San Diego, CA, enjoy a city tour, and overnight at your hotel.

January 30: Board the Holland America Zuiderdam and begin your 15-night cruise with world-class dining, entertainment, and onboard amenities.

January 31–February 1: Relax at sea, enjoying the ship’s luxurious features and activities.

February 2: Explore Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, with its coastal charm, historic sites, and vibrant culture.

February 3: Cruise along Mexico’s scenic coastline with a relaxing day at sea.

February 4: Visit Huatulco, known for its beautiful bays, beaches, and rich biodiversity.

February 5: Discover Puerto Chiapas, gateway to coffee plantations, ancient Mayan sites, and local culture.

February 6: Dock in Puerto Quetzal, Guatemala, with opportunities to explore Antigua and surrounding landscapes.

February 7: Enjoy a day at sea.

February 8–9: Explore Panama City from Fuerte Amador and experience the highlight of the journey—a full transit of the Panama Canal from the Pacific to the Atlantic.

February 10: Visit Cartagena, Colombia, and explore its historic walled city and colonial landmarks.

February 11–12: Relax at sea with time to enjoy the ship’s amenities.

February 13: Unwind on Half Moon Cay, Holland America’s private island in the Bahamas.

February 14: Disembark in Miami and travel to Georgia for an overnight stay.

February 15: Return home with unforgettable memories of your Panama Canal adventure.

Price

INSIDE CABIN – Double: $5,399 Single: $7,779 | OUTSIDE CABIN – Double: $5,999 Single: $8,699 | BALCONY CABIN – Double: $7,099 Single: $10,899

Includes

Outbound flight, ground port motorcoach transportation, 1 night lodging in San Diego, 1 night lodging in Georgia, breakfast, lunch & dinner daily onboard cruise ship, Simply Special by Kelly Tours Tour Director, all travel arrangements, and all taxes & port fees.

Add-Ons

  • Travel Protection Inside Cabin Single: $561
  • Travel Protection Inside Cabin Double: $389
  • Travel Protection Outside Cabin Single: $627
  • Travel Protection Outside Cabin Double: $432
  • Travel Protection Balcony Cabin Single: $785
  • Travel Protection Balcony Cabin Double: $512

Departure Locations

  • Doubletree Columbia, SC
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Payment, Policies, and Travel Details

PAYMENTS 
Credit card payments can be made online at www.KellyTours.com or by phone (800) 442-6152. Make check payments payable to Kelly Tours and mail to your local office address. 

SAVANNAH, GA 
2788 US Hwy 80 W 
Savannah GA 31408 

CHARLESTON, SC 
6484 Savannah Hwy. 
Ravenel, SC 29470 

FINAL LETTER 
A final trip letter will be provided three weeks prior to the trip outlining pick up and drop off points, departure and return times, hotel details, a current itinerary and any local Covid 19 restrictions. 

CANCELATION 
On multi-day ground trips, there is no cancellation penalty if a trip is cancelled before the final payment due date, minus any vendor deposits which are unrecoverable. There is a 100% cancellation penalty if a trip is cancelled within 45 days of trip departure. On trips involving flights or cruises, deposits are refundable if cancelation is made 95 days or more prior to departure, minus any vendor deposits which are unrecoverable. Day trip payments are non-refundable but are transferable one time as a credit on account, minus the cost of shows or event tickets etc. if unrecoverable. Purchasing TRAVEL INSURANCE is highly recommended. 

LIABILITY & INDEMNIFICATION 
By booking, financially committing to and physically traveling on a trip with Kelly Tours, passenger(s) do so at their own risk and will indemnify Kelly Tours and Kelly Tours employees in totality against any claim(s) resultant to any actual or perceived harm caused by potential exposure to Covid 19. In addition, passenger(s) will not hold Kelly Tours or Kelly Tours employees liable for any actual or perceived harm caused by potential exposure to Covid 19 during a trip. 

COACH TRANSPORTATION 
Coaches will be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized prior and during each trip & hand sanitizer stations will be placed at bus loading areas and will be available onboard. 
Passengers must follow local guidelines laid down by the venues and locations visited. 

TOUR ESCORT 
An Excursions Unlimited by Kelly Tours travel representative will accompany the group to all destinations to oversee the trip and take care of all travel arrangements and details. 

TO CONFIRM RESERVATIONS 
Reservations will be accepted on a 1st come 1st serve Basis. It is important that reservations and deposits be made at the earliest possible date to ensure availability of a particular tour. Reservations will not be accepted without initial deposits. 

OPERATED BY: Simply Special by Kelly Tours