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Philippines, 16 Days · Private tour including beach holiday
Manila, El Nido, Sabang, Bohol and Siquijor
From
£2,995
Departure on 13/01/2025 from London
Discover the best of Philippines on a once-in-a-lifetime trip
Embark upon the most fascinating trip you can imagine in the Philippines, brimming with coastal treasures, mountains, valleys, and a fascinating wildlife. We'll start off in Manila, which is close to the fabulous Taal Volcano, a true spectacle of nature; then, we'll head over to El Nido, in the province of Palawan, which boasts seascapes considered the most beautiful in Asia and where we'll go on a tour of the island of Bacuit Bay; next is Sabang, where you'll have the chance to trek through the jungle and discover the legendary subterranean river of Puerto Princesa; after that, in Bohol there'll be a quad bike tour of the Chocolate Hills, some tarsier spotting and a dive down to the seabed of Balicasag; and finally, Siquijor, a virtually unspoilt island where you'll discover the authentic local atmosphere. Shall we get going?
Departure date
Departures from December 2024 till October 2025
From
London, Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh, Glasgow...
Travel details
City of origin - Manila
Departure with destination Manila. Night on board.
Manila
Arrival at the airport. Transfer to hotel, in the quiet area of Makati. Accommodation.
Manila - Palawan Island - El Nido
Breakfast. Transfer to airport for flight to El Nido. On arrival, transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day free. Accommodation.
El Nido
Breakfast. Full day enjoying a shared tour of the El Nido Islands. We'll start by plunging into clear water pools surrounded by stunning limestone formations in the Secret Lagoon. From there we head to the Seven Commando beach, making stops along the way at Payong beach or in the south of Miniloc, depending on the weather and tides, and at Shimizu or Papaya Beach. We finish the tour in Big Lagoon, which is flanked by two limestone hills where we can kayak through caves and go snorkeling. Lunch included. Return to the port and the hotel. Note: the route of this tour changes frequently depending on the season and condition of each area, so the final content will be confirmed at the time so as to enjoy the best possible route.
El Nido
Breakfast. Day at your disposal. Accommodation.
El Nido - Puerto Princesa
Breakfast. Transfer by road to Puerto Princesa. Rest of the day free. Accommodation.
Puerto Princesa - Sabang - Puerto Princesa
Breakfast. Departure to Sabang to see the Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park. On arrival we may have to wait, as there are a limited number of boats that can enter the cave. The tour takes place on a bangka with a capacity of about ten people. We'll also take a boat tour through the mangroves of the area. This will be before or after the visit to the subterranean river. Lunch at a local restaurant. Return journey to the hotel and overnight stay.
Puerto Princesa – Cebu – Bohol – Panglao
Breakfast. Transfer to Puerto Princesa Airport for flight to Cebu. Arrival and transfer to the Port of Cebu to take the ferry to Tagbilaran, in Bohol. Arrival in Tagbilaran in the afternoon. Transfer to the hotel in Panglao. Accommodation.
Panglao - Bohol - Panglao
Breakfast. Departure from the hotel to visit the Corella Tarsier conservation centre. On the way to the "Chocolate Hills" we will pass through the curious "Man Made Forest". You'll reach a spectacular viewpoint to enjoy this wonder of nature. Before eating, we'll continue to the small waterfalls of Pangas. Lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the River Loboc. In the afternoon, we'll head over to Loboc Adventure Park. There, you'll board a spectacular zip line at a height of 150 metres, which runs through the jungle and the river. Return journey to the hotel and overnight stay. Note: In the adventure park you can also take the funicular.
Panglao - Balicasag – Panglao
Breakfast. We'll spend the day enjoying Bohol's underwater world. Board a private boat and sail to Balicasag Island, famous for its seabed. The first stop will be at the area known as Estaca, followed by a second stop at Virgin Island. Upon arrival in Balicasag, we'll have lunch and enjoy a spot more snorkelling. Return to hotel. Accommodation.
Panglao - Siquijor
Breakfast. Transfer to the port at the prearranged time to catch a ferry to Siquijor. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Rest of the day free. Accommodation.
Siquijor
Breakfast. Day at your disposal. Accommodation.
Siquijor
Breakfast. Day at your disposal. Accommodation.
Siquijor - Dumaguete - Manila
Breakfast. Transfer to the port of Siquijor to take a ferry to Dumaguete. Upon arrival, transfer to the Coco Grande hotel, where we will have breakfast, while waiting for the transfer that will take us to the airport to take a flight to Manila. Arrival and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation.
Manila - City of origin
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport. Flight to City of origin destination. Night on board.
City of origin
Arrival. End of the trip and our services.
Your trip includes
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Return flight.
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Internal flights.
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Ferry crossings according to the itinerary.
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Overnight stay in the listed hotels, or similar.
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Transfers according to the itinerary.
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Private tour visits mentioned and not listed as optional, except in El Nido and Puerto Princesa, as part of a regular tour.
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English-speaking local guides.
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Transport for 1 suitcase of standard dimensions up to 20 kg per person.
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One traveller SiM will be handed out per person.
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Diet: 13 breakfasts, 4 lunches.
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Insolvency protection.
Your trip doesn't include
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Port fees on ferries.
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Any other service not previously mentioned as included.
Destinations Visited
Expected Hotels (or similar)
In this section you will find a selection of hotels according to the category specified in the itinerary.
Flight
Overnight stay on board.
Important remarks
- Triple rooms in Philippines are generally rooms with twin beds or a double, in which a folding bed is installed to accommodate the third person. Due to the inconvenience this causes, we advise against using this option as far the possible.
- The baggage allowance on domestic flights of most airlines in India is usually 15 kg per person, so lower than on international flights. Please take account of this when packing your bags.
- Please check with your international vaccination centre about the recommended healthcare measures in Philippines.
- Depending on the return flight, the trip may be one day longer.
- To reconfirm services at the destination, please send us your passport details within 24 hours of booking.
- Check-in time at the hotel on the day of arrival depends on each establishment, but in no case will it be before 3:00 p.m., unless otherwise indicated.
- The order of the itinerary may be altered for logistical reasons, without prior notice, but no scheduled trips will be cancelled (except in the case that adverse weather conditions prevent its realisation).
- A credit card is considered a guarantee, so sometimes you will need one for check-in at hotels.
- Prices are calculated based on admission fees to the sights as of the date of publication. If there is an increase in these prices, you will be promptly informed.
- If you are a person with reduced mobility, please contact us to confirm the suitability of the trip.
- Consult the necessary documentation to enter the destinations visited and for transit in the countries where air stopovers are made.