
Cruise Central America via the Stunning Panama Canal
About the Trip
February 6–25, 2026 | 20 Days
Embark on an adventure worthy of Hollywood royalty during this 20-day trip. Your ocean to ocean journey starts with a guided tour of Warner Bros. Studio then see iconic landmarks of L.A. like Sunset Boulevard, the Hollywood Walk of Fame and the historic Mann’s Chinese Theatre. Tantalize your taste buds and explore the food and culture of Santa Monica. Later, climb aboard the Island Princess® for a dreamy 16-night cruise through the Panama Canal, with stops in Mexico, Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Aruba before docking in Fort Lauderdale.
Member-exclusive Benefits
We reward all our CAA Members on our Extraordinary Explorations® tours/cruises.
- Plaza Premium Lounge pass†
- $200 USD Shipboard Credit‡
- 1 photo or photo credit‡
- 50 CAA Dollars®^
- 25% savings on CAA Travel Insurance◊
Extraordinary Experience
CAA has curated an exceptional experience unique to your tour. Details of this experience are listed below:
Explore the Food and Culture of Santa Monica
Explore the food and culture of Santa Monica with the Taste of Santa Monica Tour. A fun and memorable experience that includes a guided historic walking tour and tastings at multiple restaurants along the way.
Package Includes:
- Airfare from Toronto or Winnipeg to Los Angeles and return from Fort Lauderdale to Toronto or Winnipeg
- Pre-cruise tour:
- 3-night stay in first-class accommodation in Santa Monica
- 3 Breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
- 16-day Panama Canal cruise on-board the Island Princess®
- Onboard meals and entertainment as per cruise itinerary
- Princess Plus includes:
- Plus beverage package with service charge
- 2 casual dining meals per guest
- Unlimited Wi-Fi, one device per guest
- Prepaid cruise gratuities
- Premium desserts (2 per day)
- Fitness classes (2 per day)
- Juice bar
- Ocean Now® delivery
- Room service delivery
- Local English-speaking guides
- Destination transfers
Cruise Central America via the stunning Panama Canal
Activity Level: Moderate. Experience Hollywood magic during a memorable tour of Los Angeles followed by a dreamy 16-day Central America cruise via the Panama Canal.
Day 1
Santa Monica – Depart Toronto or Winnipeg for Los Angeles. Upon arrival, check in to your hotel in Santa Monica, then enjoy a group welcome dinner. (D)
Day 2
Santa Monica – After breakfast, embark on a Warner Bros. Studio tour. Have lunch, then enjoy a sightseeing tour of Los Angeles. (B/L)
Day 3
Santa Monica – Enjoy your morning at leisure. In the afternoon, stroll on a Taste of Santa Monica walking tour. The evening is at your leisure. (B/L)
Day 4
Embark on your Panama Cruise – Enjoy Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and some time at your leisure. After you check out of your Santa Monica hotel, transfer to the Island Princess®, your home for the next 16 nights. (B)
Day 5
At sea.
Day 6
At sea.
Day 7
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Day 8
At sea.
Day 9
Huatulco, Mexico
Day 10
At sea.
Day 11
San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
(Water shuttle required)
Day 12
Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Day 13
At sea.
Day 14
Fuerte Amador, Panama
Day 15
Panama Canal full transit − historic locks
Day 16
At sea.
Day 17
Aruba
Day 18
At sea.
Day 19
At sea.
Day 20
Fort Lauderdale – Disembark the Island Princess® and transfer to the Fort Lauderdale airport for your flight to Toronto or Winnipeg.
B - Breakfast | L - Lunch | D - Dinner

Terms & Conditions
*$9,879 is a Balcony cabin based on Cat. BC, $11,809 is a Mini Suite cabin based on Cat. MD. **$10,309 is a Balcony cabin based on Cat. BC, $12,249 is a Mini Suite cabin based on Cat. MD. Ship’s Registry: Bermuda. All CAA Member prices are per person, based on double occupancy, in Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated and are subject to change without prior notice until final payment is paid. All prices are correct at press time and apply to new bookings only, based on availability at time of booking. To receive CAA Member-exclusive benefits, there must be one valid CAA Member travelling per booking. Non-members booking Extraordinary Explorations will not receive Member-exclusive benefits.
†Plaza Premium Lounge is based on one voucher per person and applies to departures from Canadian airports where applicable. Subject to availability.
‡CAA Member-exclusive benefits are per stateroom and are based on double occupancy.
^CAA Dollars awarded per adult Member. To earn and redeem CAA Dollars, you must be a current CAA Member in good standing (CAA Membership dues paid in full by membership expiry date). CAA Dollars will be credited at time of departure. For more information on CAA Dollars, please visit www.caasco.com/caadollars.
◊CAA Travel Insurance, an Orion Travel Insurance product, is underwritten by Echelon Insurance. Twenty-five percent (25%) Member savings is made up of a ten percent (10%) Member savings as well as a promotional fifteen percent (15%) savings when you purchase an Extraordinary Explorations tour through CAA Travel, applies to CAA South Central Ontario and CAA Manitoba Members in good standing (CAA Membership dues paid in full by membership expiry date). This promotional offer is valid until December 31, 2026. Ten percent (10%) Member savings applies to Members in good standing of all other CAA clubs. Savings apply to the total premium excluding applicable taxes. Minimum premium applies. Visitors to Canada Insurance is limited to the promotional savings. Certain exclusions, limitations and restrictions apply. Subject to change without notice. A Medical Questionnaire may be required to purchase travel insurance.
Extraordinary Explorations vacations are organized and booked by CAA Travel (South Central Ontario) Inc. and CAA Manitoba (“CAA Travel”) on behalf of CAA Club Group (o/a CAA South Central Ontario and CAA Manitoba). In the event of an increase in any of the cost factors, CAA Travel reserves the right to increase the price whereby the provisions of the Travel Industry Act shall prevail. CAA Extraordinary Explorations packages are 100% non-refundable at final payment. CAA Travel service fee for cancellation prior to final payment varies by program. For full payment terms and conditions, please ask your CAA Travel Consultant. CAA Travel reserves the right to cancel or reschedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements (minimum number of participants) or circumstances beyond its control. Additional fees for checked luggage or other incidentals may be incurred and vary according to itinerary and airline. Air schedules with some tours are not available at press time and may include several connections or forced overnight at passenger’s expense. CAA Travel strongly recommends the purchase of trip cancellation and emergency travel and emergency medical insurance at the time of booking. Please note: Participants must be able to embark and disembark cruise ships and coaches without assistance as well as have a good level of mobility for walking tours in destinations where stairs and traditional cobblestone streets can be challenging. International transportation vehicles and facilities may not meet accessibility standards.
Flight
IncludedTour Itinerary
Day 1
Santa Monica
Depart Toronto or Winnipeg for Los Angeles. Upon arrival, transfer to Santa Monica and check in to your hotel. This evening, get to know your fellow travellers with a group welcome dinner. (D)
Day 2
Santa Monica
Have breakfast at the hotel, then meet your guide for a day in Los Angeles including a tour of Warner Bros Studio, lunch and a sightseeing tour of Los Angeles, the second largest urban city in the United States. During the tour, you’ll experience many of the city’s different neighborhoods and landmarks, including Hollywood and Sunset Boulevard, where you’ll see Mann’s Chinese Theatre and the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Enjoy the evening in Santa Monica at your leisure. (B/L)
Day 3
Santa Monica
Enjoy your morning at leisure. This afternoon embark on your Extraordinary Experience, a Taste of Santa Monica Walking Tour. Explore the food and culture of Santa Monica with the Taste of Santa Monica tour. A fun and memorable experience that includes a guided historic walking tour and tastings at multiple restaurants along the way. This evening is yours to enjoy in Santa Monica. (B/L)
Day 4
Embark on your Panama Cruise
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel and then check out of your Santa Monica hotel. Transfer to the cruise pier where you’ll board the Island Princess® , your home for the next 16 days. (B)
Day 5 & 6
At sea
Day 7
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Day 8
At sea.
Day 9
Huatulco, Mexico
Day 10
At sea.
Day 11
San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua
(Water shuttle required)
Day 12
Puntarenas, Costa Rica
Day 13
At sea.
Day 14
Fuerte Amador, Panama
Day 15
Panama Canal full transit − historic locks
Day 16
At sea.
Day 17
Aruba
Day 18 & 19
At sea.
Day 20
Fort Lauderdale
Disembark the Island Princess® and transfer to the Fort Lauderdale airport for your flight to Toronto or Winnipeg.
B - Breakfast | L - Lunch | D - Dinner