13-Day Palawan Best Beaches and Islands Itinerary Philippines Tour Package from Manila

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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!

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.