12-Day Philippines Island Hopping & Nature Tour to Bohol, Cebu, Bacolod, Negros & Iloilo from Manila

From your hotel in Manila, you will be escorted back to the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, where you will board your flight bound for Bohol. The flight will take approximately one hour and 30 minutes. After landing at the Bohol-Panglao International Airport, you will be picked up by your driver, who will take you to your comfort-level hotel in Bohol. 

Head to the reception area so you can check in to your room, which will be your home for three nights. After getting settled in your room, feel free to enjoy the facilities of the hotel or explore the nearby areas.

Today you will enjoy your first complimentary tour. You will go on a countryside tour of Bohol, which will take you to some of the province’s top tourist attractions, including the famous Chocolate Hills.

The first stop on this tour is the Blood Compact Monument, which is a sculpture depicting the symbolic treaty made by Miguel Lopez de Legaspi and Rajah Sikatuna in 1565. Next, you will head to Baclayon Church, which is made out of coral stones and is believed to be Bohol’s oldest church. After crossing the Hanging Bridge, you will stop at the Bilar Man-Made Forest and the Bohol Enchanted Zoological & Botanical Garden before making your way to a viewing deck for the Chocolate Hills. Take in the sights of the beautiful hills before heading back to your hotel.

Your last full day in Bohol will be spent island-hopping. You need to wake up early in the morning as leaving early can increase your chances of seeing dolphins frolicking in the waters of Bohol. You will also visit Balicasag and Virgin Islands.

After boarding the boat that will take you around the waters of Bohol, you will head to the dolphin-watching area in the waters of Bohol. Seeing dolphins is not guaranteed, but if you are one of the lucky ones to spot them, take in the moment and snap some photos while watching them from the safety of your boat. You’ll then head to Balicasag Island. The waters of the island are filled with various marine life, including sea turtles, so snorkeling here will give you an amazing experience. Finally, you’ll head to Virgin Island, which is famous for its beautiful white sandbar. Stroll along the beach or swim in its waters before you end your tour and head back to your hotel.

Check out of your hotel in Bohol and wait for your driver to pick you up. You’ll head to the port, where you will board a ferry that will take you to Cebu. When you get to the port in Cebu, a driver will be waiting for you so you can be escorted to your comfort-level hotel. Here you will check in for two nights. You will then go on your complimentary tour of the top attractions in Cebu City.

Your first stop for the day is Magellan’s Cross, a wooden marker that is believed to be the same cross that Ferdinand Magellan planted on the shores of Cebu when he and his ship arrived in the Phillippines in 1521. Afterward, you’ll head to the Basilica Minore Del Sto. Niño, the oldest Roman Catholic Church in the country. You will also visit the Yap Sandiego Ancestral House, the Pedro Calungsod Church, and the Fuente Osmeña Circle.

It’s your last full day in Cebu today, and you can choose which day tour you want to go on. Your first option is canyoneering in Kawasan Falls and island-hopping in Moalboal. Your other choice is whale shark watching in Oslob and exploring Sumilon Sandbar and Tumalog Falls.

If you choose to go with the first option, you will make your way through the many levels of Kawasan Falls via trekking, swimming, rappelling, cliff jumping, and rock climbing. Afterward, you will head to Moalboal and visit Pescador Island and Turtle Point, where you can snorkel. Your last activity is witnessing the majestic sardine run in Moalboal’s waters.

The second tour option will start with a visit to Oslob, where you will get the chance to see whale sharks. If you are lucky enough to spot them, make sure not to disturb them for everyone’s safety. Afterward, you will head to Sumilon Sandbar, where you can relax in the white sand or enjoy a refreshing dip in its waters. You will also visit Tumalog Falls, which features a picturesque cascade.

You will check out of your hotel in Cebu and make your way to Bacolod City via flight. After arriving in the city, you will be picked up by a designated driver and brought to your comfort-level hotel. You will stay here for three nights. When you are ready, you will go on your complimentary tour of the heritage houses and the other historical spots in and nearby Bacolod City.

On this tour, you will visit Balay Negrense, a mansion that used to be owned by a sugar magnate. It is now a museum which tourists can freely explore. You will also visit the Hofileña Ancestral House and The Ruins, two structures that will let you take a peek at the past of Negros Occidental. You will also drop by the San Diego Pro Cathedral, the Provincial Capitol Lagoon, the Negros Museum, the San Sebastian Cathedral, the Pope John Paul II Tower, and the New Government Center. 

On your second day in the province of Negros Occidental, you will go on a complimentary tour of Lakawon Island Resort. The island resort is located in Cadiz City, and you will need to travel by land and sea to reach it.

After reaching the resort, you are free to enjoy its sandy shores and blue waters. If you want an even more chill vibe, head to the resort’s Tawhai Floating Bar. It is one of the largest floating bars in Asia, and it even has daybeds where you can relax while having a drink. Before heading back to your hotel in Bacolod City, you will pass by Pasalubong Centers so you can shop for souvenirs and snacks.

This is your last full day in Bacolod, and you can decide how it will go. You can try the local cuisine in the restaurants near your hotel, or you can explore more of Bacolod City and Negros Occidental on your own. If you want another guided tour, you can book an add-on experience that will bring you to Sagay Marine Reserve.

The reserve is located in Sagay City and can be reached via boat ride. At 32,000 hectares, it is the largest marine reserve in the Philippines. Here you can find Carbin and Panal Reefs, where you can swim, snorkel, or just take in the beautiful sights.

Your last destination on this 12-day vacation package is Iloilo. You’ll head to Iloilo on day 10, after checking out of your hotel in Bacolod City. After your ferry ride, a driver will pick you up from the port and bring you to your comfort-level hotel in Iloilo. After checking in, you will go on your complimentary Iloilo City tour.

On this tour, you will visit several historical sites in the city, including Casa Mariquit, the oldest heritage house in Iloilo; Jaro Cathedral, the biggest cathedral in the whole of Panay Island; Molo Mansion, which features the work of local artists; and Molo Church, which is famous for the red spires on its bell towers. You will also visit other sites, including the Iloilo Business Park, Millionaire’s Row, Casa Real, Fort San Pedro, Muelle Loney, General Luna Street, and Biscocho Haus.

Your last complimentary day tour is scheduled for day 11. On this tour, you will explore the top natural wonder of Iloilo province, Islas de Gigantes. This island chain is home to several beaches and islands. Enjoy your time as you visit Antonia Beach, Lantangan Beach, Cabugao Gamay Island, Bantigue Sandbar, Tangke Salt Water Lagoon, and Pulupandan Island.

Your vacation package has come to an end. Enjoy breakfast in Iloilo, and explore the nearby areas for some last-minute shopping before you check out. Make sure you have packed all your belongings before heading to the reception desk and checking out. Once you are ready, your designated driver will pick you up, and you will make your way to the Iloilo International Airport and board a plane bound for Manila.