13-Day Palawan Best Beaches and Islands Itinerary Philippines Tour Package from Manila
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Embark on a 13-day tropical holiday with this Philippine vacation package. This tour of the Philippines will bring you to Manila and the stunning islands and beaches of Puerto Princesa, San Vicente, El Nido, and Coron in Palawan and comes with land and boat transfers, domestic flights, 12 nights of accommodation, environmental fees, port fees, and island-hopping tours.
Your vacation will begin when you are picked up from the Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. From there, your driver will bring you to your hotel in Manila so you can check in and rest. If you still have the energy for it, you may also explore the nearby attractions or try the local food at the restaurants in the area. The next day, you are free to explore the city on your own, but you have the option to visit the historic walled city of Intramuros and other tourist attractions via an Old and New Manila tour.
On day 3 of this multi-day tour, you will check out of your hotel in Manila and board a flight to Puerto Princesa in Palawan. You’ll have a day’s rest which you can spend in your hotel in Puerto Princesa before going on a tour of the majestic Puerto Princesa Underground River on day 4. The next day, you’ll travel by land to San Vicente, Palawan, and check in to your hotel there.
On day 6, you can explore San Vicente on your own. Explore the stunning Long Beach and swim in the clear waters of the sea. The next day, you’ll head to El Nido via land transfers. After arriving in El Nido, you can check in and rest at your hotel. For the next two days, you’ll enjoy two island-hopping tours, Big Lagoon Island Hopping Shared Tour A and Hidden Beach Island Hopping Shared Tour C. Both tours will bring you to some of the top destinations in El Nido where you can swim, snorkel, or kayak. Both tours also come with lunch.
After enjoying El Nido, you’ll catch a flight to Coron on day 10 of this Philippines tour package. Check in to your hotel there and explore the nearby attractions at your own pace. On day 11, you’ll enjoy a Kayangan Lake, beaches, and snorkeling island-hopping private tour A with lunch. Finally, on day 12, you’ll have your last tour for this package, which will take you to beautiful spots, including Barracuda Lake, Twin Lagoon, Skeleton Wreck, Reef Garden, and Banol Beach.
On the last day of this Philippines holiday package, you will catch a flight back to Manila so you can continue to your next destination.
Explore the islands, beaches, and historical attractions of Palawan and Manila with this vacation package to the Philippines. Check the availability by choosing a date.
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Daily itinerary

Day 1 - Day 1: Arrival (Manila) + Check-in
For the first day of this Philippines travel package, you will be picked up from the airport and taken to your hotel in Manila. After you check in to your room, you are free to relax in the hotel and enjoy the facilities and amenities there. If you still have the time and energy, you may try local delicacies in nearby restaurants or explore the neighborhood attractions at your own pace.

Day 2 - Day 2: Free and Easy + Optional Old & New Manila Tour
Enjoy your first full day in Manila and explore the nearby tourist attractions or try delicacies at the local restaurants. You may also go on an optional tour of Manila. This tour will take you to the historical spots of Manila, including the walled city of Intramuros, as well as newer attractions in the city. Should you go on this tour, you will learn about the history of the capital during the Spanish colonial era and the succeeding periods.

Day 3 - Day 3: Flight from Manila to Puerto Princesa
Check out of your hotel in Manila and wait for your driver to pick you up and bring you to the Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Here, you’ll board your flight to Puerto Princesa, Palawan. After arriving at the airport, you will be picked up and brought to your hotel so you can check in. After checking in to your room, you can explore Puerto Princesa's tourist attractions on your own, including Baker's Hill, where you can purchase baked delicacies. You can also check out her beaches here, including Nagtaban Beach, Sabang Beach, and Talaudyong Beach.

Day 4 - Day 4: Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour
A driver and tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and bring you to Sabtang Port. From there, you will board a boat that will take you to the entrance of the Puerto Princesa Underground River. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is over 8.2 kilometers long, but only 4.3 kilometers may be explored by tourists. The Underground River is home to stunning stalactites, stalagmites, and pristine waters.
As you explore the river, your guide will show you the majestic rock formations using a flashlight, so keep an eye out for these. You might also encounter bats, swallows, and other wildlife during your tour.

Day 5 - Day 5: Land travel from Puerto Princesa to San Vicente + Check-in
Check out of your hotel in Puerto Princesa. Your driver will pick you up, and you’ll start your journey to your next destination, San Vicente. After you arrive at your hotel there, feel free to rest once you have checked in.
You can also rent a self-drive motorcycle so you can explore San Vicente at your own pace. You may explore inland attractions including Bigaho and Pamuayan Falls before calling it a night at resting in your hotel.

Day 6 - Day 6: Free and Easy
You are free to explore San Vicente at your own pace. You can explore Long Beach, the longest white sand beach in the Philippines, go island-hopping to Starfish Island and Maxima Island, or just swim in the sea where you might chance upon sea turtles.
If you want to take breathtaking travel photos, head to Bato ni Ningning, a big rock that gives you a stunning view of Long Beach. You may also try kayaking or enjoying a cruise along Inandeng River, which is home to majestic mangroves.

Day 7 - Day 7: Land travel from San Vicente to El Nido + Check-in
Check out of your San Vicente hotel and meet up with your driver. You will then go on a land trip to El Nido for the next leg of this Philippines itinerary. The trip will take over two hours, so use this time to rest or sleep in the car.
After arriving at your hotel, check in and rest in your room. You may also explore and visit El Nido's attractions like Nacpan Beach and Nagkalit-kalit Falls, both of which are accessible via tricycle. You may also opt to rent a motorcycle in El Nido so you can get around easier.

Day 8 - Day 8: El Nido Big Lagoon Island Hopping Shared Tour A with Lunch

Day 9 - Day 9: El Nido Hidden Beach Island Hopping Shared Tour C with Lunch

Day 10 - Day 10: Flight from El Nido to Coron via AirSWIFT + Check-in
You will check out of your hotel in El Nido and head to Lio Airport to board your flight to Coron. After arriving in Coron, your driver will bring you to your hotel where you will check in.
After settling in your room, feel free to explore Coron on your own. You may visit Mount Tapyas, the second tallest mountain in Coron, or take a dip at the Maquinit Hot Springs. If you are too tired from the trip, you may also just stay in the hotel and take advantage of its facilities and amenities.

Day 11 - Day 11: Palawan Coron Kayangan Lake, Beaches & Snorkeling Island Hopping Shared Tour A with Lunch

Day 12 - Day 12: Coron Barracuda Lake, Twin Lagoon & Skeleton Wreck Island Hopping Shared Tour B with Lunch

Day 13 - Day 13: Check-out + Flight from Busuanga to Manila + Optional 1 Night in Manila
Make the most of your last hours in Coron by exploring the nearby areas. You can also try the local food at the restaurants in the neighborhood before going back to the hotel and checking out.
You will be picked up and escorted to the airport so you can catch your flight to Manila. After arriving in Manila, you are free to head to your next destination, but you also have the option to book a night’s stay in a hotel.
What to bring
Good to know
Tours and Itinerary - Please wear appropriate clothing based on the itinerary. Please also be aware that your itinerary may have to be rearranged to fit your arrival date and time better. For any services i.e. meals, sightseeing etc. not utilized on your tour package, we, unfortunately, cannot offer refunds.
Other Important Notes - Bring cash as not all establishments accept credit or debit cards, and ATMs can be limited.
Travel Requirements - Guests are solely responsible for meeting the passport & visa conditions of the country of travel. We do not accept any responsibility if the passenger cannot travel because of any passport or visa issue, and the cancellation policy will be applicable as per the booking terms.
Government Guidelines - This tour is subject to community guidelines mandated by the Philippine Government and Local Government Units. Travel requirements and COVID restrictions might change anytime without any notice.
Flights
This package includes economy class seat with 7kgs carry-on baggage and 20kgs check-in baggage via Philippine Airlines and AirSWIFT, flying you to the islands of Palawan. Below are your flight details:
Manila to Puerto Princesa
• Manila (MNL) - Puerto Princesa (PPS) via Philippine Airlines | Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 2
El Nido to Coron
• El Nido (ENI) to Coron (USU) via AirSWIFT | Lio Airport
Coron to Manila
• Coron (USU) to Manila (MNL) via Philippine Airlines | Busuanga Airport
Seat selection can be made during online-check-in 24-48 hours prior to flight departure. Seats with corresponding additional fees are on personal account. For domestic flights, it is recommended to check-in at the airport 3 hours prior to your estimated time of departure.
Guide to the Philippines will select the best available flight to maximize your vacation in the Philippines.
Accommodation
This package is inclusive of accommodation during your trip in the Philippines.
Guide to the Philippines curates only the accommodation for each and every destination so you can enjoy your trip and worry less about finding a place to stay. See our accommodation levels below and our preferred accommodation partners together with your rooms under each day in the daily itinerary.
Deluxe - 3-star accommodations providing average amenities with higher quality service and design. Deluxe accommodations are often located near airports, tourist and business areas, convenient for sightseeing and shopping trips. It also feature access to guest lounge, restaurant, fitness center and swimming pool. Deluxe accommodations provide guests with a brief, efficient but comfortable stay.
Premium - To make your trip extra special, you may also upgrade your hotel accommodation on selected destinations to a premium level. You will stay in 4-5-star accommodation which include above-average to opulent interior design and meticulously chosen furnishings. Guests may anticipate complimentary access to a variety of top-notch recreational facilities, such as an all-day dining, spa services, swimming pool and a fitness center. These accommodations are usually located strategically with high accessibility to shopping centers, tourist attractions and business districts. Please note that not all locations offer premium level accommodation.
Standard check-in time is 1500H PST. Standard check-out time is 1200H PST. Bookings for one person will be arranged in single rooms, and bookings for two or more people will share a twin/double, or triple room(s). Children will be arranged in the same room with their parents. If additional room(s) is needed and for special requests, additional costs will incur.
Guide to the Philippines will select the accommodations best suited for you at the time of your booking from our preferred partners. If our preferred partners are fully booked at the time of your booking, we will find another suitable accommodation for you of similar level.
We always do our best to accommodate special requests, which may incur additional costs. Press choose a date to find availability.
Deluxe accommodation is equipped with room air-conditioning, private bathroom with shower, cabled television, average in-room amenities such as toiletries, fresh towels and coffee and tea-making facilities, comfortable bed with linens and access to Wi-Fi internet. Breakfast is included.
Rooms on the premium level feature large queen or king-sized beds, premium beddings and toiletries, private bathroom with rain shower head and a plenty of room space. Nightly turndown and full housekeeping services each day is also available to guests upon request. Breakfast is included.