Itinerary
- Day 1
Manila
A representative meets you at the airport and handles your transfer to the hotel. After you get settled, the rest of the day is open for exploring Manila on your own terms. The capital has plenty to check out whenever you're ready, so take your time adjusting to the time zone and getting your bearings around the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Intramuros colonial district
- Visit Binondo, the world's oldest Chinatown
- Watch sunset over Manila Bay
- Tour grand churches and colonial architecture
- Browse local markets
- Sample local Filipino cuisine
Landmarks/POIs Intramuros Binondo Manila Bay - Day 2
Manila to El Nido
You'll fly from Manila to El Nido this morning, arriving at a tropical setting with turquoise waters and dramatic limestone cliffs rising from the sea. After getting to your accommodation and settling in, spend the afternoon taking in the first views of this island escape. The landscape here is quite different from the bustling capital you just left behind.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Island-hop through Bacuit Bay
- Snorkel vibrant coral gardens
- Explore secret lagoons
- Hike jungle trails
- Relax on powdery white sand beaches
- Watch golden sunset
Landmarks/POIs Bacuit Bay El Nido - Days 3 - 4
El Nido
Two full days here, and you can structure them however you like. Some people island-hop through Bacuit Bay or paddle kayaks into hidden coves, while others prefer snorkeling in clear waters or simply lounging on the beaches. When evening comes around, fresh seafood and tropical cocktails by the shore make for a nice way to end the day.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Island-hop through Bacuit Bay
- Discover hidden lagoons and secret beaches
- Snorkel in crystal-clear waters
- Kayak into quiet coves
- Relax on soft sand beaches
- Explore the laid-back town in evening
- Enjoy fresh seafood by the beach
- Toast sunset with tropical cocktail
Landmarks/POIs Bacuit Bay - Day 5
El Nido to Puerto Princesa
A van journey takes you south from El Nido to Puerto Princesa over approximately 5 to 6 hours. You'll pass through lush jungles, small villages, and coastal areas along the way. Once you arrive in Puerto Princesa, you'll be positioned to explore the region's natural attractions, including the well-known Underground River.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs Puerto Princesa Puerto Princesa Subterranean River - Day 6
Puerto Princesa
You have a free day to set your own schedule in Puerto Princesa. Walk through the local markets, try fresh seafood at restaurants by the water, or simply relax at your hotel. If you're interested in more activity, you can look into optional tours heading to the Underground River, Honda Bay, or various city landmarks.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Tour the Underground River
- Explore Honda Bay
- Visit Puerto Princesa Cathedral
- Walk along Baywalk
- Browse local markets
- Dine at seaside restaurants on fresh seafood
- Relax at hotel
Landmarks/POIs Puerto Princesa Subterranean River Honda Bay Puerto Princesa Cathedral Baywalk - Day 7
Puerto Princesa to Bohol
After Puerto Princesa, you'll fly to Cebu and then take a scenic boat across to Bohol. This island offers pristine beaches, the famous Chocolate Hills formation, and plenty of marine life to discover. The transfer by water gives you nice views of the surrounding seascape.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks/POIs Bohol Chocolate Hills Panglao Island - Days 8 - 9
Bohol
Two days in Bohol let you move at your own pace through the island. Spend time on the white-sand beaches of Panglao, snorkel in clear waters, or head to the Chocolate Hills to see the landscape. You can also visit to encounter the tarsier, which is the world's smallest primate. Mix relaxation with exploration however suits you best.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Visit iconic Chocolate Hills
- Encounter the tarsier (world's smallest primate)
- Relax on white-sand beaches of Panglao Island
- Snorkel in crystal-clear waters
- Cruise down the Loboc River
- Explore centuries-old churches
- Dive into vibrant coral reefs
- Unwind beneath swaying palm trees
- Explore countryside
- Discover underwater treasures
Landmarks/POIs Chocolate Hills Panglao Island Loboc River - Day 10
Bohol to Manila
After your time on the islands, it's time to head back to Manila. Check out from your hotel in Bohol and get to the airport for your flight back to the capital. The journey marks the end of your Philippine adventure, bringing you full circle to where everything began.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Last-minute shopping in Manila
- Savor one final Filipino dish
Landmarks/POIs Manila
