13-Day Explore the Philippines with Boracay Holiday Package | Philippines Tour

Mabuhay. Welcome to the Philippines. Your booking includes transportation to your accommodation for check-in upon your arrival at Manila Airport. Enjoy the rest of the evening at your leisure to settle in and explore the city on your own.

Accommodation: Hotel in the heart of Makati City, Manila.

Enjoy the day in Manila at leisure before heading off in the evening on a 2-hour historical sunset bamboo bike tour. This 2-hour bamboo bike tour in Intramuros, Manila, gives you a good taste of what Intramuros has to offer in the cool dusk afternoon. You will be taken to the Bayleaf Hotel to catch the sunset while being served a complimentary drink. Here you will be leisurely toured around the historic walled city of Intramuros, Manila, using bamboo bikes (Bambikes).

Our local tour guide will share with you stories of Intramuros and the Philippines while you enjoy seeing the sites. 

In addition, we can provide alternative modes of transport for those who can’t bike. Furthermore, a Bambike bamboo sidecar that can fit one person is only PHP 1,000 (US$20) for this type of tour, and it comes with a trained operator. A Bambike with a child seat is also available, seating one child between 1-5 years of age.

Level of Difficulty: Easy
Total Biking Distance: 5 KM

Accommodation: Hotel in the heart of Makati City, Manila.

Today, you will be picked up from your Manila hotel and transferred to the airport for your flight to Boracay. You will arrive at Caticlan airport, near the island of Boracay. Our transfer van will collect you at the airport and take you to the Caticlan pier, where you’ll board a traditional banca boat for the short 15-minute ride to Boracay Island.

Once on the island, another minibus will take you from the Boracay pier to your Boracay accommodation in Station 2. This busy area offers people-watching opportunities besides many shops and restaurants. You will have free time to explore the white beach at your leisure tonight.

Accommodation: Beachfront resort

Hit the open water on a banca boat for the ultimate Philippines island-hopping tour, featuring cliff jumping, snorkelling and lunch. Cruise off the shore of Boracay in an outrigger boat and snorkel in coral gardens.

Explore the underwater world at Crocodile Island and visit Puka Beach in the northern part. The outrigger boat will also pass by Magic Island and Crystal Cove Island as part of the adventure. You don’t want to miss this experience! Tonight is free to spend as you wish.

Accommodation: Beachfront resort

Spend today however you like, with a bounty of incredible options waiting to be discovered on this beautiful island. You may wish to try helmet diving or kitesurfing, take a sunset dinner cruise, or relax the day away with a cocktail on the beach.

Accommodation: Beachfront resort

You will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the airport for your flight to Cebu this morning. Cebu City’s energy is infectious: its bar and club scene is famous throughout the archipelago, and dining out is a delight because of its dizzying choice of restaurants.

Upon arrival in Cebu, you will be transferred to your Cebu City hotel and spend the evening exploring independently.

Accommodation: Hotel in the centre of Cebu City

Ready for an adrenaline rush? You will start the day early for this jaunt as you must get to your hotel lobby in time for your 3:00 am to 4:00 am pick-up. The trip begins with a scenic drive along the Southern Cebu coastline.

You will travel via private car charter to Oslob, where you will get up close to the friendly whale sharks. Once you arrive in Oslob, slip on your snorkelling gear and swimming attire before leaping into the water for your whale shark encounter.

This slow-moving, filter-feeding carpet shark is one of the largest known fish species and a true sight to contemplate. You will get to snorkel or swim with them and participate in the feeding. Make sure to capture these moments with your GoPro.

Next, put on your canyoneering gear when you reach the Kawasan Falls, a pristine natural paradise near the Badian mountains up the Matutinao River. Then, set out on a slippery and exciting path.

Scramble, hike, climb and jump your way through a trail that takes you through ravines, gorges, waterfalls, and natural pools. Part of your journey follows the Kanlaob River, famed for its blue water.

Pause for lunch midway through your canyoneering journey and replenish your energy before wrapping up your afternoon with more swimming below the Kawasan Falls. You will want to relax on the drive back to your hotel.

Accommodation: Hotel in the centre of Cebu City

Say goodbye to Cebu and transfer to the airport for your flight to Palawan, voted the most beautiful island in the world two years in a row. When you arrive at Puerto Princesa, you will be transported to your hotel and spend the rest of the day exploring at your own pace.

Accommodation: Hotel in the centre of Puerto Princesa City

After breakfast, head to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Palawan Underground. Spend the morning discovering the underwater cave systems by boat and be in absolute awe at this amazing wonder of nature.

Later today, you will be transported by van to the stunning El Nido. The drive to El Nido takes approximately six hours, and you should arrive there at about 10pm.

Accommodation: Hotel in the centre of El Nido town

Explore white-sand beaches, coral reefs and more with an island-hopping tour from El Nido. Sightsee hidden beaches and shrines, lagoons, caves, and coves while traversing these exotic islands in the Philippines. Enjoy lunch and obtain free snorkel equipment rentals during your experience.

Accommodation: Hotel in the centre of El Nido town

This morning, you will hop on the ferry from El Nido town and cruise across the sea to the small fishing village of Coron. Spend the rest of the day exploring on your own. There are many hidden treasures to discover.

Accommodation: Hotel in the centre of Coron

Today, you set off on another island-hopping adventure and visit the stunning lagoons and lakes in the area. Cool off in the clear blue sea and take in the extraordinary manta rays. Then, enjoy a picture-perfect view of Kayangan Lake, the cleanest lake in the Philippines. You can also discover Barracuda Lake, a natural wonder famous for its cold, warm, and hot water layers.

Finally, see the sights at Siete Pecados Marine Park, where you can observe vibrant tropical fish and admire the coral gardens. Day 12 includes an indulgent lunch at Beach 91 with spectacular ocean views.

Accommodation: Hotel in the centre of Coron

Sadly, all good things must come to an end. This morning, you will enjoy breakfast at the hotel before being transferred to Coron Airport for your onward flight.

Please note that there are no longer direct flights from Coron to Manila. Depending on availability at the time of booking, the best available option will usually be either a flight from Coron to Clark, followed by a private transfer to Manila, or a connecting flight from Coron to Cebu to Manila.

Because domestic flight schedules in the Philippines can occasionally change, we strongly recommend staying one final night in Manila before your international flight home, just in case of any delays or cancellations. We would be more than happy to assist with arranging accommodation in Manila for this final night if needed.

This tour starts and ends in Manila, making it a great option for those wanting a seamless Philippines trip from arrival through to departure. If you would like to extend your holiday, we can also help organise onward travel, including Bohol, Siargao or any of our other add-on packages.