Tour Highlights
Itinerary
- Upon arrival at Ninoy Aquino International Airport, meet your local representative and transfer to your hotel in Manila.
- Check in and spend the remainder of the day at leisure, relaxing after your journey or taking time to explore the city at your own pace.
Travel Information
- Private vehicle transfer from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to hotel
Overnight stay: CITY GARDEN GRAND HOTEL or similar
- After breakfast, set out on a private guided tour of Manila, exploring the city’s rich colonial heritage and vibrant culture.
- Begin at Rizal Park, one of Manila’s most significant historical landmarks, before entering the historic walled city of Intramuros.
- Continue to Fort Santiago, followed by visits to the magnificent San Agustin Church and historic Manila Cathedral.
- Later, discover the Philippines’ distilling heritage at the Destileria Museum, with a wine tasting experience.
- End the afternoon with free time at Mall of Asia, ideal for shopping, exploring, or enjoying a meal before returning to your hotel.
Experience
- Explore Rizal Park
- Discover Intramuros & Fort Santiago
- Visit San Agustin Church & Manila Cathedral
- Destileria Museum & wine tasting
- Free time at Mall of Asia
Travel Information
- Private guided Manila city tour
- Wine tasting at Destileria Museum
Overnight stay: CITY GARDEN GRAND HOTEL or similar
- After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Caticlan Airport (flight not included).
- Upon arrival, enjoy a shared van transfer to the jetty, followed by a short boat ride across to the beautiful island of Boracay.
- Continue to your resort and spend the remainder of the day at leisure, relaxing along the world-famous White Beach or soaking in one of Boracay’s spectacular sunsets.
Experience
- Domestic flight to Caticlan (not included)
- Shared transfer and boat ride to Boracay
- Relax at White Beach
- Enjoy a Boracay sunset
Travel Information
- Flight: Manila – Caticlan (not included)
- Shared van transfer from Caticlan to jetty
- Boat transfer to Boracay
Overnight stay : HUE HOTEL BORACAY or similar
- After breakfast, embark on a shared island-hopping excursion around Boracay, cruising across crystal-clear waters and discovering some of the island’s most scenic beaches and snorkeling spots.
- Visit Balinghay Beach, Crystal Cove, Coral Garden, and Ilig-Iligan Beach, with time to swim, snorkel, and relax amidst the tropical surroundings.
- Enjoy an included Indian or local lunch before returning to your hotel.
- Round-trip transfers for the excursion are provided by traditional E-trike
Experience
- Boracay island-hopping tour
- Balinghay Beach
- Crystal Cove
- Coral Garden snorkeling
- Ilig-Iligan Beach
- Swimming and leisure time
- Indian or local lunch
Travel Information
- Shared island-hopping excursion
- Round-trip transfers by traditional E-trike
- Lunch included
Overnight stay : HUE HOTEL BORACAY or similar
- After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to Cebu (flight not included).
- Upon arrival, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel for check-in.
- Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, relaxing at the hotel or exploring Cebu at your own pace.
Experience
- Domestic flight from Boracay to Cebu
- Private airport transfer in Cebu
- Leisure time to relax or explore Cebu
Travel Information
- Airport transfer in Boracay
- Domestic flight to Cebu (flight not included)
- Arrival transfer to Cebu hotel
Overnight Stay: BAI HOTELor similar
- After breakfast, embark on a full-day cultural and historical tour exploring the highlights of Cebu City and Mactan Island.
- Visit the Lapu-Lapu Monument, Magellan’s Shrine and Alegre Guitar Factory, followed by Magellan’s Cross, Basilica Minore del Santo Niño, Heritage of Cebu Monument and Yap-San Diego Ancestral House or Casa Gorordo Museum.
- Continue to the peaceful Taoist Temple, with a panoramic drive past South Road Properties, Colon Street, Fuente Osmeña Circle and Capitol Site.
- Enjoy an included local lunch before returning to your hotel.
Experience
- Cebu City and Mactan Island tour
- Visit Lapu-Lapu Monument and Magellan’s Shrine
- Explore Alegre Guitar Factory
- Visit Magellan’s Cross and Basilica Minore del Santo Niño
- Discover Cebu’s historic heritage sites
- Visit Taoist Temple
- Panoramic city drive
- Local lunch
Travel Information
- Full-day guided city tour
- Cebu City and Mactan Island sightseeing
- Lunch included
- Return transfer to hotel
Overnight Stay: BAI HOTELor similar
- After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your domestic flight to El Nido (flight not included).
- Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel and check in.
- Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, relaxing at your resort or exploring El Nido at your own pace.
Experience
- Domestic flight from Cebu to El Nido
- Airport and hotel transfers
- Leisure time in El Nido
- Relax at your resort or explore the surroundings
Travel Information
- Airport transfer in Cebu
- Domestic flight to El Nido (flight not included)
- Arrival transfer to El Nido hotel
Overnight Stay - FUNNY LION EL NIDO or Similar
- After breakfast, embark on a spectacular island-hopping tour through the Bacuit Archipelago, known for its dramatic limestone cliffs and turquoise lagoons.
- Visit the iconic Big Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Secret Lagoon, Seven Commando Beach and Payong Payong Beach.
- Spend the day swimming, snorkeling and relaxing amidst the breathtaking tropical surroundings.
- Enjoy an included local lunch before returning to your hotel.
Experience
- Bacuit Archipelago island hopping
- Big Lagoon
- Shimizu Island
- Secret Lagoon
- Seven Commando Beach
- Payong Payong Beach
- Swimming and snorkeling
- Local lunch
Travel Information
- Island-hopping excursion
- Local lunch included
Overnight Stay - FUNNY LION EL NIDO or Similar
- After breakfast, check out and begin a scenic overland journey to Puerto Princesa, travelling through the beautiful landscapes of Palawan.
- Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and spend the remainder of the day at leisure, with time to relax or explore Puerto Princesa independently.
Experience
- Scenic journey through Palawan
- Leisure time in Puerto Princesa
Travel Information
- Overland transfer from El Nido to Puerto Princesa
Overnight Stay - HUE HOTEL PUERTO PRINCESA or similar
- After breakfast, embark on a shared excursion to the Puerto Princesa Underground River, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New Seven Wonders of Nature.
- Cruise through the remarkable underground cave system, admiring stalactites, stalagmites, and unique limestone formations while learning about this extraordinary natural wonder.
- Enjoy a local lunch before returning to your hotel.
Experience
- Puerto Princesa Underground River cruise
- Explore spectacular limestone formations
- Local lunch experience
Travel Information
- Shared excursion to the Underground River
Overnight Stay - HUE HOTEL PUERTO PRINCESA or Similar
- After breakfast, check out and transfer to Puerto Princesa Airport for your domestic flight to Manila. (Flight not included.)
- Upon arrival in Manila, proceed to the appropriate terminal, if required, to connect with your onward international flight.
- It is recommended to arrive at the airport at least three hours before your scheduled departure.
Travel Information
- Airport transfer from Puerto Princesa to the airport
- Domestic flight to Manila (not included)
- Allow at least 3 hours for international flight check-in
Accommodation
City Garden Grand Hotel
Manila
Hue Hotels and Resorts
Boracay
Bai Hotel
Cebu
The Funny Lion
El Nido
Hue Hotels and Resorts
Puerto Princesa
What's Included
Inclusions
The cost of accommodation for 10 Nights/11 Days in the suggested hotels, on a double/single occupancy basis.
Please note, if required, Anecdotes reserves the right
to offer similar category hotels and will advise the guests of any change.
All transport and vehicles required per the itinerary. Transport will be provided in AC Vehicles.
Local English speaking guides for sightseeing tours as per itinerary
- Manila City Tour + Destileria Museum
- Boracay Island Hopping
- Cebu Twin City Tour
- El Nido Island Hopping Tour
- Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour
- Honda Bay Tour
- Breakfast - On all days at the hotel from Day 2 onwards
- Lunch - On days 4,6,8 & 10
Complimentary bottled mineral water provided daily (1 bottle per person)
All Applicable Entry Fee
Exclusions
- GST (5%) and TCS (2%) - Only for Indian Passport holders
- Airfare, visa & travel insurance
- Meals & beverages not mentioned in the above tour cost
- Anything not mentioned in ‘Inclusions’
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