Panama City to Anchorage Overview

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      USD $6,565
      CAD $6,605
      AUD $6,385
      EUR €5,115
      GBP £3,980
      NZD $8,180
      ZAR R51,040
      CHF FR5,920
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      USD $2,930
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      USD $9,495*
      CAD $9,450*
      AUD $9,189*
      EUR €7,160*
      GBP £5,767*
      NZD $11,696*
      ZAR R71,418*
      CHF FR8,237*
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  • 2013-01-01 - 2013-12-31

Cross the Americas on an epic overland adventure from Panama City, Panama, to Anchorage, Alaska

As far as ultimate American adventures go, this trip from Panama to Anchorage ticks all the boxes. Spanning Central and North Americas, all the way from the Panama Canal up to the wilds of Alaska, this 106-day adventure is nothing short of epic. Starting in Panama City, the tour ventures up through Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras, Guatemala, Mexico, the USA, Canada and finally ends in Anchorage, Alaska. Loaded with culture, history, architecture and bountiful nature, this incredible American adventure will leave you breathless. This exciting itinerary may be full of trekking up volcanoes, exploring vibrant cities, kayaking down emerald rivers, snorkelling over reefs and taking part in all manor of outdoor and cultural activities, but there is also a great balance of down time too, with beaches, forests and unspoilt nature to be enjoyed and relaxed in. So if you’re after a life-affirming, awe-inspiring and never-to-be-forgotten adventure, then this epic trip is it.

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Panama City to Anchorage Summary

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Days 49-51 San Cristobal De Las Casas

Be amazed by the Sumidero Canyon on a boat tour, and soak up the alternative vibe of San Cristobal de las Casas.

Days 52-53 Oaxaca

There’s plenty of time to sample the divine food of Oaxaca, one of Mexico’s prettiest colonial cities, before taking a fascinating guided tour of the Zapotec ruins of Monte Alban.

Days 54-55 Mexico

Explore the towering pyramids of Teotihuacan and perhaps hit Mexico City’s vibrant night-life.

Day 56 Patzcuaro

Relax amid the lovely scenery and colonial charm of Patzcuaro, located in the hills of Michoacan.

Days 57-58 Angahuan

Be dwarfed by towering Paricutin volcano. Perhaps get a great view of the surrounding volcanic landscape on a volcano hike.

Day 59 Tequila

Taste the local tipple at Tequila, with the smell of blue agave – from which tequila is distilled – hanging thick in the air.

Days 60-61 Sayulita

Visit the surfing town of Sayulita, and enjoy the relaxed pace of beach life. Why not try surfing – the Sayulita breaks are perfect for beginners.

Day 62 Los Mochis

Take in views of Mexico’s Pacific Coast while travelling to the Sinaloan town of Los Mochis.

Day 63 Tombstone

Say ‘howdy’ to the USA. Experience a real wild western frontier at Tombstone, where the romantic notions of cowboys has been kept alive by daily re-enactments of gunfights.

Days 64-65 Grand Canyon National Park

Head to the Grand Canyon and be staggered by one of the USA’s natural highlights. There’s free time here for optional treks and flights, as well as a trip to the Colorado River.

Days 66-67 Las Vegas

Get raucous in Vegas, where there are countless opportunities to flirt with Lady Luck, gorge on all-you-can-eat buffets and party all night long.

Day 68 Zion National Park

Head for the river-tubing, canyoning and hiking wonderland of Zion National Park, stopping en route to check out the might of Hoover Dam.

Day 69 Bryce Canyon National Park

Appreciate the hoodoos at Bryce Canyon before camping in a wonderful spot at Kodachrome Basin State Park.

Day 70 Lake Powell

Learn about ancient Navajo traditions at the Navajo National Monument, before heading into Arizona bound for the stunning rock cliffs and blue waters of Lake Powell.

Day 71 Monument Valley

Arrive in iconic Monument Valley, the film set for countless movies, and visit the stunning Gooseneck State Reserve and rock formation of Mexican Hat.

Days 72-74 Moab/Arches National Park/Canyonlands National Park

Gaze in awe at the spectacular spires, craters and canyons of Moab’s Arches and Canyonlands national parks.

Day 75 Salt Lake City

Learn about Mormon origins and enjoy free time to explore the home of Mormon culture and the most populated city in Utah.

Days 76-77 Jackson Hole/Grand Teton National Park

Marvel at the spiny, chiselled mountain range of Wyoming’s Grand Teton National Park. Perhaps explore the park’s incredible terrain on an optional hike, before continuing on to Jackson Hole.

Days 78-80 Yellowstone National Park/Gardiner

Explore Yellowstone National Park and its famous geysers while keeping eyes peeled for moose, bison, elk and grizzly and black bears.

Days 81-82 Glacier National Park

Stop off at Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump and learn the history of this Blackfoot site en route to Glacier National Park, where there are heaps of awesome treks to choose from.

Days 83-85 Banff National Park

With soaring mountains, wild pine forests, gushing snow-fed rivers and turquoise lakes, Banff is truly a feast for the eyes. Why not survey the landscape from above by taking the Gondola up nearby Sulphur Mountain.

Days 86-87 Jasper National Park

Head into the Canadian Rockies and make camp amid the amazing scenery of Jasper. Behold the might and power of breathtaking Athabasca Falls on an optional day trip.

Day 88 Hazelton

Visit the ‘Ksan Indian Village in Hazelton, British Columbia. View original totem poles and find out about Indian history at the museum.

Days 89-90 Hyder

Cross back into the USA and set up camp at Hyder. Try to spot grizzlies on a tour of Misty Fjords National Park.

Day 91 Cotton Lake

Back in Canada’s British Columbia, perhaps hire canoes and glide out onto the waters of Cotton Lake.

Day 92 Whitehorse

Explore Whitehorse, the capital of the Yukon Territory, and let cares slip away with a soak in the nearby hot springs.

Days 93-94 Dawson

Enter Dawson, once a hub of activity for gold prospectors, and visit Diamond Tooth Gertie’s Casino for a real out-west experience!

Day 95 Tok

Travel amid spectacular scenery along the ‘Top of the World Highway’, and arrive in the small town of Tok - a major centre for dog-sledding.

Days 96-97 McCarthy/Wrangell-St Elias National Park

Explore the vast wilderness of Wrangell-St Elias National Park – the largest national park in the USA.

Days 98-99 Maclaren

Camp under the stars in the remote Alaskan wilderness.

What's included in this trip

  • Start:

    Panama City, Panama
  • Finish:

    Anchorage, United States
  • Group size:

    Min 4 , Max 22
  • Ages:

    Min 18
  • Meals:

    All meals when camping
  • Accommodation:

    Bush camp (no facilities) (1 nt), Cabin (2 nts), Camping (with basic facilities) (5 nts), Camping (with facilities) (63 nts), Guesthouse (8 nts), Hogan (1 nt), Hostel (1 nt), Hotel (19 nts), Lodge (1 nt)
  • Transport:

    Boat, Overland vehicle
  • Included activities:

    Bonampak Ruins, Canyonlands National Park, Chichen Itza ruins, Chichicastenango Market, Cuerva Tequila Distillery, Guided tour around Dawson City, Guided tour of Denali National Park, Guided tour of ruins, Head Smashed in Buffalo Jump, Kenai Fjords scenic cruise, 'Ksan Historical Village, Misol-Ha and Agua Azul waterfalls, Monte Alban Ruins, Palenque ruins, Sumidero Canyon, Teotihuacan Ruins, Tikal Ruins and National Park, Tour of Misty Fjords National Park, Tulum ruins, Visit to Lake Louise, Visit to Manos Amigas, Visit to the Panama Canal, Yaxchilan Ruins

  • Notes:

    Please note that this trip requires minimum numbers to depart, and may be cancelled up until 56 days prior to departure. The places showing on the dates and availability page are an indication only so please contact Intrepid to check if your preferred date will depart before making any final arrangements, such as booking non-changeable flights.

  • Trip price from

    USD $6,565
    CAD $6,605
    AUD $6,385
    EUR €5,115
    GBP £3,980
    NZD $8,180
    ZAR R51,040
    CHF FR5,920
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    USD $9,495*
    CAD $9,450*
    AUD $9,189*
    EUR €7,160*
    GBP £5,767*
    NZD $11,696*
    ZAR R71,418*
    CHF FR8,237*
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    CAD $89
    AUD $86
    EUR €67
    GBP £54
    NZD $110
    ZAR R673
    CHF FR77
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    • 106
    • QDOXC
    • Trip Price tool tip
      USD $6,565
      CAD $6,605
      AUD $6,385
      EUR €5,115
      GBP £3,980
      NZD $8,180
      ZAR R51,040
      CHF FR5,920
    • Kitty tool tip
      USD $2,930
    • Total price tool tip
      USD $9,495*
      CAD $9,450*
      AUD $9,189*
      EUR €7,160*
      GBP £5,767*
      NZD $11,696*
      ZAR R71,418*
      CHF FR8,237*
      *
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