7-Day Palawan Island Beaches & Underground River Tour Package from Manila City

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Shimizu Island, one of the attractions you can visit on the free El Nido tour

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Tour starts

Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines

Duration

7 days

Ending place

Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines

Languages:

English

Difficulty:

Easy

Available:

All year

Minimum age:

None

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Have a fun-filled 1-week trip in the Philippines with this travel package. Perfect for young professionals and for those with an adventurous spirit, this Philippine tour package includes flights from and to Manila, airport transfers, accommodations in budget hostels, and four free tours across Manila, Puerto Princesa, Port Barton, and El Nido. You will also have the option to book add-on tours and activities to this Philippine holiday package.

When you arrive in Manila, you will be picked up from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport and brought to your accommodations. You’ll check in at your budget hostel. After settling in, you can explore the city. You have two Manila tour options: discover Manila's history on the Intramuros shared half-day walking tour or enjoy delicious food on the Binondo shared walking food tour.

On day 2, you'll arrive in Puerto Princesa, Palawan, via a Philippine Airlines flight. After touching down, the designated driver will pick you up and take you to your budget hostel for check-in. The next day, you'll check out of your hostel in Puerto Princesa. You’ll then join a Puerto Princesa Underground River tour, complete with lunch and transfers. After the adventure, you'll be whisked away from Puerto Princesa to San Vicente, Palawan.

Upon arrival, check-in at your budget hostel in Port Barton and prepare for a free tour the next day. Choose your island-hopping adventure for day 4. Your options are some of the best Port Barton Palawan tours. Whether it's Tour A to see Fantastic Reef, Naonao Beach, and Pamuayan Beach, Tour B for Twin Reef, Exotic Island, and Paradise Island, Tour C to explore White Beach and Aquarium Reef 1 & 2, or Tour D to discover Bigaho Falls, Wide Reef, and Lagoon Reef, each option is a great choice.

On day 5, you’ll check out of your budget hostel in Port Barton. Then, you’ll be transferred to El Nido, where you will check in at another budget hostel. You can then explore on your own or book add-on El Nido Palawan tours and activities like the El Nido Via Ferrata canopy walk and the Las Cabanas Beach zipline.

On day 6, you will go on a free island-hopping adventure in El Nido, Palawan. You have four island-hopping tour options. Tour A includes attractions like Secret Lagoon and Shimizu Island, while Tour B offers visits to Snake Island and Cudognon Cave. Tour C highlights spots like Secret Beach and Hidden Beach, and Tour D features Cadlao Lagoon and Paradise Beach. Whichever tour you choose, you'll enjoy a complimentary tasty lunch.

You will check out of your budget hostel and head to the airport for your departure to Manila via an AirSwift flight on day 7. Take note that you can extend your trip before going home as you’ll have the option to book an add-on 3-day Palawan boat expedition island tour from El Nido to Coron.

Spend 7 days sightseeing and island-hopping in the Philippines when you book this vacation package. Check the availability by choosing a date.

Included

All domestic flight

20kg baggage allowance

2 nights accommodation in Manila City

1 night accommodation in Puerto Princesa City

2 nights accommodation in Port Barton town

2 nights accommodation in El Nido town

Daily breakfast

All transfers

Puerto Princesa Underground River Tour in Palawan Island

Island Hopping & Snorkeling Tour in Port Barton Village on Palawan Island

Canopy Walk at Taraw Cliff in El Nido Town on Palawan Island

Best Value 3-Course Dining at Big Bad Thai Restaurant in El Nido Town on Palawan Island

El Nido Island Hopping Tour to the Best Lagoons & Pristine Beaches

Activities

Island Hopping

Culture, Arts & Historical Tours

Water Activities

Nature Exploration

Sightseeing

Swimming

Map

Attractions

Puerto Princesa City

El Nido town

Port Barton

Puerto Princesa Underground River

Manila

Intramuros

Binondo

Daily itinerary

Day 1

Day 1 - Day 1: Arrival in Manila + Check-in + Manila Tour

When you arrive in Manila, you'll check into your budget hostel. After that, it's time to explore! You have two options for tours: a shared Intramuros half-day walking tour or a shared Binondo walking food tour.

For the Intramuros walking tour, you'll be exploring Fort Santiago, The Dungeons, Plaza Roma, Manila Cathedral, Memorare-Manila 1945 Monument, Casa Manila Museum, San Agustin, and Baluarte De San Diego. Alternatively, on the Binondo walking food tour, you'll enjoy tour assistance as you visit Sta. Cruz Church, Ongpin Street, Shanghai Fried Siopao, New Eastern Lumpia, Cross Longos, Eng Bee Tin Grocery, Lord Stow's Egg Pie, Dong Bei Dumplings, Ling Nam Noodles, Engho Bake Shop, and Binondo Church.

Day 2

Day 2 - Day 2: Arrival in Puerto Princesa + Check-in

Today, after landing in Puerto Princesa via a Philippine Airlines flight, a driver will pick you up and take you to your budget hostel for check-in. Once settled, you can relax and enjoy the hotel's amenities or explore the city on your own.

Some of the tourist spots you can visit include Crocodile's Farm, an eight-acre wildlife center with hundreds of crocodiles and other animals. You can also head to Baker's Hill for delicious treats like hopia and savory dishes. Another tourist spot highly recommended for a quick visit is Mitra's Ranch for its panoramic views of the city and activities like horseback riding and ziplining. You can also do souvenir shopping and take a leisurely stroll at the park.

Day 3

Day 3 - Day 3: Checkout + Shared Palawan Puerto Princesa Underground River + Travel to Port Barton + Check-in

Today, you'll leave your hostel in Puerto Princesa and join a free tour of the Puerto Princesa Underground River. After registration and learning about the basic safety rules and regulations, you'll travel to the port, take a boat to the underground river, and explore its stunning caves filled with stalagmites and stalactites. Remember not to use flash photography to avoid disturbing the bats. After the tour, enjoy a buffet lunch before continuing to explore the park, home to various animals like birds and reptiles. Later, you'll head to San Vicente, Palawan via land transfers and check in at a budget hostel in Port Barton.

Day 4

Day 4 - Day 4: Choose your San Vicente Palawan Port Barton Island-Hopping Tour

Today, you’ll go on a free island-hopping tour in Port Barton in San Vicente, Palawan. You can choose which Port Barton island-hopping tour to go on. You can opt for Tour A and visit Fantastic Reef, Naonao Beach, and Pamuayan Beach, or go with Tour B to explore Twin Reef, Exotic Island, and Paradise Island. Alternatively, Tour C offers the chance to discover White Beach and Aquarium Reefs 1 & 2, while Tour D takes you to Bigaho Falls, Wide Reef, and Lagoon Reef. No matter which tour you choose, you're in for a great experience, and all tour options come with lunch.

Day 5

Day 5 - Day 5: Checkout + Travel to El Nido + Check-in + Add-On Activity

Today, you’ll check out of your budget hostel in Port Barton, ride a transfer to El Nido, and check in at another budget hostel. During the day, you can explore the island on your own or book an add-on activity.

The first option is the El Nido Via Ferrata canopy walk. The canopy walk provides safety gear and built-in walkways for an easier climb to Taraw Cliff. This tour takes you 75 meters above sea level with a guide leading the way. It's not too tiring, and you can take photos along the way.

The second option you can book is the Las Cabanas Beach zipline activity for extra fun. Also known as Marimegmeg Beach, this beach is renowned for its captivating sunsets. Experience the thrill of a 750-meter zipline ride, providing an aerial view of the beach and El Nido.

Day 6

Day 6 - Day 6: Choose your Palawan El Nido Shared Island-Hopping Tour

Today, it's your chance to go on a complimentary El Nido, Palawan island-hopping tour. You have four options. Tour A includes attractions such as Big Lagoon, Payong-Payong Beach, Seven Commandos Beach, Secret Lagoon, and Shimizu Island. Alternatively, Tour B offers visits to Snake Island, Pangulasian Island, Pinagbuyutan Island, Cudognon Cave, and Cathedral Cave. Tour C highlights spots like Secret Beach, Matinloc Shrine, Tapiutan Island, Dilumacad Island, and Hidden Beach, while Tour D features Small Lagoon, Nat-Nat Beach, Pasandigan Cove, Cadlao Lagoon, and Paradise Beach. No matter which tour you choose, a free lunch is included. These tours also include transfers for a hassle-free trip.

Day 7

Day 7 - Day 7: Checkout + Departure to Manila + Add-on 3-Day Palawan Boat Expedition Island Tour from El Nido to Coron

Today, you’ll check out of your budget hostel and catch an Airswift flight back to Manila. You can explore Palawan longer if you book the 3-Day Palawan Boat Expedition Island Tour from El Nido to Coron.

If you decide to book the add-on package, you'll be picked up from your accommodations and start your boat expedition, visiting Calibangbangan, Sabang Beach, and Takling Island and camping on Palatpat Island. Day 2 includes turtle watching and visits to Manligad Island, Cala Cala Island, and Cagdanao Island for snorkeling or relaxing on the beach. On the last day, you’ll explore Araw Beach on Culion Island, go cliff-jumping, and visit Ditaytayan Island before being dropped off at Coron Port. It's a chance to go from El Nido to Coron, enjoying beautiful islands and beaches along the way.

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Shortly after booking, you’ll receive your full itinerary with schedules, routes, accommodations, and everything else you need for a smooth trip.

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Enjoy a professionally crafted plan you can tailor to your preferences. Whether it’s diving, island-hopping, or heritage touring, our travel experts ensure every detail fits your travel style.

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What to bring

Passport or Valid ID

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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.

Your comfort is our priority! Room types are assigned based on availability to provide you with the best possible stay.

If you have any dietary needs or preferences, feel free to let us know before booking! We'll happily check with the tour operator to explore options to accommodate your request.

Flights

This package includes economy class seat with 7kgs carry-on baggage and 20kgs check-in baggage via Philippine Airlines. Below are your flight details:

Manila to Puerto Princesa

• Manila (MNL) - Puerto Princesa (PPS) via Philippine Airlines | Ninoy Aquino International Airport

El Nido to Manila

• El Nido (ENI) - Manila (MNL) via AirSWIFT | El Nido Lio 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.

Budget - 1-2 star accommodations offer minimum amenities and services. Extra amenities may be available, but for an extra cost.

Comfort - 2-3 star accommodations offer the basic necessities of a bed and bathroom and limited amenities, like a television, phone, and closet.

Standard check-in time is 1400H PST. Standard check-out time is 1200H PST. Requests for early check-in and late check-out are subject to availability and fees. Refundable incidental deposit is required upon check-in. Guest/s are required to present a valid credit card guarantee or cash deposit. 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.

Budget

Budget level accommodations offer basic facilities and services such as comfortable and clean rooms, a private bathroom, clothes racks or small closets. Breakfast is included.

Comfort

Comfort level accommodations offer basic room amenities, a private bathroom (typically shower only), TV, telephones, clothes racks or small closets. Breakfast is included.

Best Restaurants and Must-Try Food

Here are some of the top must-eat restaurants and food to try during your trip to Manila, Puerto Princesa, Port Barton & El Nido:

Manila

Alamat Filipino Cuisine and El Chupacabra in Poblacion, Makati City. Alamat is a gastropub serving craft beers and Filipino Cuisine with a twist. El Chupacabra is the home of street taco.

Puerto Princesa

Kalui Restuarant is a popular restaurant in Puerto Princesa that serves seafood and vegetable only. Must-try is Kalui's catch of the day. Another favorite is Kinabuchs Grill & Bar, serving Filipino best-sellers like the mouthwatering crispy pata.

Port Barton

Must-try in Port Barton, Palawan is Mojitos Restobar which offers delicious eats and cocktails, perfect for sunset happy hour. Also, you may opt to try Kusinero Del Barrio. It serves drinks and appetizers on a reasonable price.

El Nido

Apart from its captivating seascape, El Nido has earned its spot as a must-visit foodie destination in the Philippines. Top on the list is Trattoria Altrov’é El Nido, a Slovenian-owned resto with rustic interiors. Adding to its warm and cozy ambiance is the barefoot-only policy to make guests feel at home. Next is Mad Monkey Kitchen & Bar - Nacpan Beach, a beachfront restaurant that serves Western and Thai options.