Amazing 13-Day Palawan Island Holiday Package to Best Beaches from Manila City

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Summary

Tour starts
Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
Duration
13 days
Ending place
Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
Languages:
English
Difficulty:
Easy
Available:
All year
Minimum age:
None

Description

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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Included

All domestic flights
20kg baggage allowance
2 nights accommodation in Manila City
2 nights accommodation in Puerto Princesa City
2 nights accommodation in San Vicente Town
3 nights accommodation in El Nido town
3 nights accommodation in Boracay Island
All transfers
Palawan Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour
San Vicente Palawan Island Hopping Tour
El Nido Island Hopping Tour to the Best Lagoons & Pristine Beaches
El Nido Island Hopping Tour to the Best Beaches
Boracay Island Hopping Tour

Activities

Island Hopping
Water Activities
Outdoor & Adventure Activities
Snorkeling
Boat Tours
Beaches
Nature Exploration
Sightseeing
Swimming

Daily itinerary

Day 1
Along Roxas Boulevard overlooking Manila Bay

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.

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Day 2
Rizal Shrine at Luneta Park, Manila

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.

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Day 3
Puerto Princesa Baywalk along Sandoval St. Puerto Princesa

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.

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Day 4
Puerto Princesa Underground River

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.

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Day 5
Pristine white sand long coast of San Vicente, Palawan

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.

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Day 6
Unwind with some cocktails by the beach at Lazuli Resort San Vicente, Palawan

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.

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Day 7
Picturesque limestone formations in El Nido, Palawan

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.

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Day 8
Boat ride in between big lagoons in El Nido, Palawan

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

You will be picked up from your hotel and board a boat that will take you on an El Nido Big Lagoon Island Hopping Tour A. On this tour, you will have the chance to visit and explore the enchanting Big Lagoon, the beautiful Shimizu Island, the majestic Secret Lagoon, and the stunning 7 Commandos Beach.

If you have your own gear, you can try snorkeling and kayaking in these tourist attractions, but you also have the option to rent them on site. This tour also comes with lunch which you can enjoy while appreciating El Nido's natural wonders.

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Day 9
Hidden Beach in El Nido, Palawan

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

You will be going on another tour today. The El Nido Hidden Beach Island Hopping Tour C will take you to Hidden Beach, Matinloc Island, Secret Beach, and Helicopter Island. Lunch is already part of the tour, so you need not worry about that.

As its name suggests, reaching Hidden Beach is not as straightforward as other beaches, as you will need to swim through a space between limestone cliffs to reach it. You may also rent a kayak on site and paddle through the gap to reach the beach. On Matinloc Island, you can get an amazing view of El Nido from the shrine on one of its peaks. 

Similar to Hidden Beach, you have to swim or kayak through a small opening to reach Secret Beach and see its beauty. Take in the tropical views before you head to your last destination, Helicopter Island, named after its shape. The waters here are perfect for snorkeling, so bring remember to bring your gear or rent a set. 

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Day 10
Aerial view of Mt. Tapyas in Coron, Palawan

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.

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Day 11
Kayangan lake in Coron, Palawan

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

Enjoy a day of island hopping in Coron. Your guide will bring you to some of Coron’s top tourist attractions, including Kayangan Lake, CYC Beach, Atyawan Beach, and Siete Pecados. You may also snorkel at Coral Garden instead of visiting Kayangan Lake.

In CYC Beach, you can sunbathe and take in the gorgeous views before heading to Atyawan Beach. Here you can enjoy lunch while enjoying the view of limestone cliffs and pristine waters. You'll then enjoy snorkeling in the waters of Siete Pecados, which is home to rich marine life including colorful fish and corals. If you wish to snorkel some more, you may head to Coral Garden, otherwise, you'll end your tour in Kayangan Lake, the country's cleanest lake. You can swim in its waters or head to the viewing deck to see stunning views of the surroundings.

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Day 12
Overlooking twin lagoon in Coron, Palawan

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

Your last tour for this package will take you to Barracuda Lake, Banol Beach, Skeleton Wreck, Twin Lagoon, and Reef Garden. Dress for the sea as the best way to experience these attractions is to swim and snorkel in the waters.

Your first stop is Barracuda Lake, where you'll see breathtaking limestone cliffs and turquoise waters. Next, you'll head to Banol Beach, where you can enjoy lunch while lounging in its fine white sand. Your next destination is Twin Lagoon, two lagoons that require a bit of adventure to reach. Finally, you'll end your tour at Reef Garden where you can swim or snorkel. Don't forget to bring your gear or rent a set!

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Day 13
Aerial view of Coron Town Proper

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.

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What to bring

Passport or Valid ID
Confirmation Voucher
Sunblock
Sun Protection
Swimwear
Camera

Good to know

Guide to the Philippines offers comprehensive support for your tourist visa application through our recommended visa processing agency. When you book this package, we’ll connect you with experts who will provide all the necessary documents and guidance, ensuring your visa process is smooth and hassle-free.

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Accommodation

This package is inclusive of accommodation during your trip.

Guide to the Philippines carefully hand picks your accommodations, allowing you to enjoy your trip without the hassle of finding a place to stay. Below are our preferred partners:

Comfort

3-star accommodations offer a higher level of convenience with amenities such as private bathroom, Wi-Fi internet access, cable television, and telephone.

Quality

4-star accommodations offer a range of amenities, services, and facilities designed to provide a comfortable and enjoyable stay such as spacious and well-appointed rooms, private bathroom, 24-hour front desk assistance, dining options, swimming pool, fitness center and spa.

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