5-Day Bacolod Budget Vacation Package from Manila | The Inns By The Oriental Bacolod with Tours
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Fly to the lively province of Bacolod and explore its rich heritage and historic sites with this 5-day budget vacation package at The Inns by The Oriental Bacolod. This trip is perfect for first-time visitors to the city of Smiles. The package already includes a 4-night stay at The Inns, roundtrip flights, roundtrip airport transfers, and two day tours.
On the first day of your tropical getaway, head to the Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Pasay City to catch your Philippine Airlines flight to Bacolod. Upon arriving at the Bacolod-Silay Airport, a driver will escort you to the budget-friendly hotel. The Inns is located in downtown Bacolod, putting you close to the best restaurants and shops in the area.
Each room is fully air-conditioned and features comfortable beds, seating areas, and bathrooms. Once you've checked in, you can take the time to unwind after your flight, grab a bite at the hotel restaurant, or explore nearby areas at your own pace.
For day 2, you will go on a Bacolod City, The Ruins, and heritage houses history tour, which already comes with lunch and transfers to each stop. During the trip, you'll visit the picturesque Ruins, the grand San Sebastian Cathedral, the historic Hofilena Ancestral House, and other tourist spots. For lunch, you'll be treated to a delicious piece of Chicken Inasal, the best local dish the city of Bacolod is known for.
The third day will be a free day to explore the city at your own pace. Some recommended things to do in Bacolod include shopping for native delicacies at Pasalubong from Merzci, tasting the local cuisine at Manokan Country, and enjoying the nightlife along Lacson Street.
On day 4, you'll spend the day at the Lakawon Island Resort before wrapping it up with some souvenir shopping. During your time at the resort, you can go snorkeling, kayaking, banana boat riding, and more. The must-try activity here, however, is grabbing a snack and a drink at the Tawhai Floating Bar, which is among the largest floating bars in Asia. After your time at the resort, you'll head back to the city proper and stop by the pasalubong center for some souvenir shopping before you fly back to Manila the next day.
Discover the natural charms of Bacolod City while enjoying a relaxing stay at The Inns by booking this 5-day budget vacation package. Check the availability by choosing a date.
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Daily itinerary
Day 1 - Day 1: Arrival + Check-in
You will fly from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport in Pasay City to Bacolod on the first day of your vacation. When you land at the Bacolod-Silay Airport, a driver will escort you to the budget hotel so you can check in and have the rest of the day to yourself.
Upon settling into your room at The Inns, you can order some food from room service or enjoy it at the hotel restaurant. You can also head out to dine at local restaurants such as Mushu to try popular Bacolod favorites like batchoy and chicken inasal. If you're craving a quick pick-me-up, you can drop by Also Coffee for a cup of their signature roasts and blends.
Day 2 - Day 2: Bacolod City, The Ruins & Heritage Houses History Tour with Lunch & Transfers
The next day, you will tour Bacolod City and visit nearby attractions. The Ruins, the San Sebastian Cathedral, and a handful of ancestral houses are among the highlights of this trip. The Ruins has become a popular tourist spot for its beautiful architecture and overall grandeur. As its name suggests, this structure is the remains of what was once an opulent mansion that was ravaged by fire during times of war.
Aside from The Ruins, you will learn about how prominent families of Bacolod lived during the Spanish colonial period by visiting several ancestral houses. Other attractions included in the tour are the Provincial Capitol Lagoon, the Negros Museum, and the Balay Negrense Museum. You will also have a free chicken inasal lunch, which is the best thing to eat during a visit to the City of Smiles.
Day 3 - Day 3: Free and Easy
On day 3, you can explore the city and nearby areas at your leisure. A popular side trip during a Bacolod visit is a day trip to the neighboring city of Silay. Here, you'll find several museums that each tell stories of the city and region's past. Silay is also home to the well-known El Ideal Bakery, where you can buy crowd favorites like piaya and angel cookies.
If you would rather spend the day in Bacolod's city proper, you can head over to local shops to buy artisanal and native crafts. You can also visit Manokan Country to snack on more local delicacies aside from chicken inasal and sit down for a glass of beer at any of the bars lining Lacson Street.
Day 4 - Day 4: Lakawon Island Resort Tour & Souvenir Shopping with Transfers from Bacolod
For your fourth day in Bacolod, you'll visit the Lakawon Island Resort. This beachside spot is best known for its floating bar, where you can sip on refreshing drinks, treat yourself to good cocktails, and soak some sun on the daybeds. Aside from the bar, you can also go snorkeling and kayaking here.
On the way back to your hotel, you'll also stop by some pasalubong centers to shop for souvenirs. Make sure to try out the various pastries and sweets here as the city is well known for its sugar.
Day 5 - Day 5: Departure + Check-out
You will check-out of your budget hotel today as your vacation comes to a close. Prior to checking out, feel free to squeeze in a quick trip to a restaurant or Manokan Country to feast on the famous chicken inasal one more time. When you're good to go, a driver will bring you back to the airport so you can catch your return flight to Manila.
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Good to know
Booking Information - Upon booking, please expect an email from Guide to the Philippines for the voucher, reminder, and next steps.
Hotel - Standard check-in time is 1500H and check out time is at 1200H. Requests for late check-out are subject to availability at time of arrival. Refundable incidental deposit is required upon check-in. Guest/s are required to present a valid credit card guarantee or cash deposit. For every booking, 3rd and 5th Adult will automatically be assigned to different rooms. Child rate includes existing bed sharing arrangements with adults, roundtrip flights to and from Manila, airport transfers and complimentary tours (if any). Maximum of 2 children per room. Child rate is exclusive of daily breakfast and to be paid directly to the hotel.
Travel Guidelines - This tour is subject to community guidelines mandated by the Philippine Government and Local Government Units. Travel requirements are subject to change.
Flights by Philippine Airlines
This package includes economy class seat with 7kgs carry-on baggage and 10kgs check-in baggage via Philippine Airlines. You may select from the following flight schedule:
Manila to Bacolod
• PR 2129 04:25 05:50
• PR 2131 08:45 10:10
• PR 2133 12:25 13:50
• PR 2135 17:30 18:55
• PR 2137 20:20 21:45
Bacolod to Manila
• PR 2130 06:30 07:55
• PR 2132 10:55 12:20
• PR 2134 14:30 15:50
• PR 2136 19:55 21:20
• PR 2138 22:30 23:55
Please note that flights are subject to availability. If ever your preferred flights are fully booked or unavailable at the time of your booking, Guide to the Philippines will select another best available flight to maximize your vacation. Any special requests are subject to fees and availability. Guide to the Philippines is not liable for sudden flight changes made by the airlines.
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.
Philippine Airlines flight e-tickets will be issued as soon as all Traveler details are submitted online. Once booked, please check your email to complete the Philippine Airlines online form within 24 hours of booking.
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