1-Week Iloilo and Bacolod Cities with Guimaras Island Heritage & Cultural Package from Manila City

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Summary

Tour starts

Manila, Philippines

Duration

7 days

Ending place

Manila, Philippines

Languages:

English

Difficulty:

Easy

Available:

All year

Minimum age:

None

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Discover some of the best heritage and cultural tourist spots in the Philippines with this 7-day Philippine vacation package. On this trip, you will visit the historical landmarks in Iloilo City, explore the islands of Guimaras, and see the heritage houses in Bacolod City. This Philippine tour package already includes all land, sea, and air transportation between activities and destinations, a 20kg baggage allowance on flights, six nights of stay at comfort-level accommodations, and day tours in Iloilo, Guimaras, and Bacolod. You may also book an add-on tour in Manila.

Before you start exploring the Western Visayas region, you will spend a day in Manila after arriving at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport. From there, your driver will pick you up and escort you to your hotel in Manila. Check in and rest, or book an add-on morning or night walking tour to explore the historic walled city of Intramuros.

On day 2, you’ll head to Iloilo to kick off the first leg of this Bacolod-Iloilo-Guimaras itinerary. After checking in at the hotel, you have free time to explore before you go on your complimentary tour the next day. This tour will take you to historical sites in Iloilo, including Molo Mansion, Molo Church, and heritage houses.

The next day, you’ll board a boat headed for Guimaras and go on a complimentary tour of the province’s man-made and natural attractions. Your itinerary includes stops at the Guimaras Windfarm, Pitstop, the Guisi Lighthouse, Naburot Island, and Natago Beach.

Your last destination on this tour of the Philippines is Bacolod, where you will arrive on day 5. Spend one day exploring the city on your own before going on a free tour on day 6. You will explore historically significant sites on your tour, including the San Sebastian Cathedral, Balay Negrense, and The Ruins.

On the last day of this 7-day itinerary in the Philippines, you’ll return to Manila via a flight from Bacolod.

Spend 1 week in the Philippines with this mutli-day tour across Western Visayas and visit its best attractions. Check the availability by choosing a date.

Included

All domestic flight

20kg baggage allowance

2 nights accommodation in Manila City

2 nights accommodation in Iloilo City

2 nights accommodation in Bacolod City

Daily breakfast

All transfers

Iloilo City History & Heritage Landmarks Tour

Private Guimaras Island Hopping & Top Attractions Tour

Bacolod City Top Attractions Tour

Lakawon Island Resort Tour & Souvenir Shopping

Activities

Island Hopping

Culture, Arts & Historical Tours

Water Activities

Snorkeling

Boat Tours

Beaches

Nature Exploration

Sightseeing

Swimming

Dining

Map

Attractions

Iloilo

Casa Mariquit

Jaro Cathedral

Fort San Pedro Iloilo

Molo Mansion

Molo Church

Ave Maria Island

Smallest Plaza

Guimaras

The Ruins

San Sebastian Cathedral

Pope John Paul II Tower

The Vintage Glasses Museum

Manokan Country

Bacolod Plaza

Gallery of Masks

Bacolod City

Lakawon Island

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Daily itinerary

Day 1

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

After arriving at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, you need to wait for your driver to pick you up. Once you and your luggage are safely inside the vehicle, you will make your way to your comfort-level hotel in Manila. After checking in, you can choose to just relax in the hotel and enjoy its facilities or book an add-on walking tour of Intramuros.

Should you decide to go on a walking tour on the first day of this Philippine travel package, you can choose between a morning and a night itinerary. The morning tour will bring you to several sites within the walled city, including Fort Santiago, a citadel built by the Spanish in 1571, and Casa Manila, a house-turned-museum that lets visitors peek at how life was during the Spanish colonial period. The night tour will also visit these two spots, along with the Philippine Military Academy and the Memorare-Manila 1945, which was built to honor the fallen civilians of the battle of Manila. Please note that the night tour will go into detail about the war and the atrocities committed during that period.

Day 2

Day 2 - Day 2: Arrival in Iloilo + Check-in

On the second day of your vacation package to the Philippines, you will fly to the province of Iloilo. After checking out of your hotel in Manila, you will be picked up by your driver. You’ll head back to the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, where you will board your flight. The flight will take around an hour and 20 minutes. After landing at Iloilo International Airport, you will be picked up by a designated driver who will take you to your comfort-level hotel in Iloilo. Check-in and get settled in your room.

If you want to explore the nearby areas on your own, feel free to do so but keep in mind that you have a complimentary Iloilo City tour tomorrow. Should you want to try the local delicacies today, make sure you order Iloilo’s famous La Paz Batchoy, Pancit Molo, and KBL.

Day 3

Day 3 - Day 3: Iloilo City History & Heritage Landmarks Tour with Transfers

Your first complimentary tour of this Philippine travel package is scheduled today. This half-day private tour will take you to some of Iloilo City’s heritage sites, including Casa Mariquit. At 200 years old, it is the oldest heritage house in Iloilo. You will also drop by Molo and visit two of the district’s most visited tourist attractions, Molo Mansion and Molo Church.

Other attractions you’ll see on this tour are Jaro Cathedral, Millionaire’s Row, Casa Real, Fort San Pedro, Muelle Loney, General Luna Street, and the Esplanade. You’ll also drop by Biscocho Haus so you can buy snacks and souvenirs.

Day 4

Day 4 - Day 4: Guimaras Top Attractions & Island Hopping Day Tour with Transfers from Iloilo

Wake up early today, as your complimentary tour of Guimaras will start before 7 AM when you are picked up from your hotel in Iloilo. Aftward, you will head to Parola Wharf, where you will board a boat that will take you to Guimaras. Guimaras is known for its mangoes, and this is evident in some of the attractions you will visit, including the Mango Icon, the Mango Market, and the National Mango Research and Development Center. You will even be given a chance to try the famous Mango Pizza at a local restaurant called Pitstop.

On this tour, you will also visit Smallest Plaza, Guimaras Windfarm, the Trappist Monastery, the Guimaras Provincial Capitol Grounds, the Guisi Lighthouse, and a Pasalubong Center, where you can buy souvenirs. The last leg of your tour involves island hopping to Tatlong Pulo, Naburot Island, Ave Maria Islet, Lamurawan Beach, and Natago Beach, which are all must-visit stops on any Iloilo and Guimaras tour package.

You will be dropped off at your hotel in Iloilo after the tour.

Day 5

The famous and tasty Bacolod Chicken Inasal

Day 5 - Day 5: Arrival in Bacolod + Check-in

Before you check out of your hotel in Iloilo, make the most of the morning and explore the neighborhood. When you are ready, your driver will pick you up, and you will travel via land and sea to get to Bacolod City for the next part of your tour of the Philippines. You will be dropped off at your hotel. After checking in at your comfort-level accommodations, you are free to enjoy the day however you see fit. If you are hungry, check out the local restaurants, look for Chicken Inasal and Kansi, and polish it off with Napoleones for dessert.

Day 6

Day 6 - Day 6: Bacolod City, The Ruins & Heritage Houses History Tour with Lunch & Transfers

For the last full day of this Philippine itinerary, you'll enjoy a complimentary Bacolod day tour. Included on your itinerary for today are the Provincial Capitol Lagoon, the Negros Museum, the San Sebastian Cathedral, the Pope John Paul II Tower, Millionaire’s Row, the New Government Center, and the San Diego Pro Cathedral.

You will also visit Balay Negrense, the Hofileña Ancestral House, and The Ruins, which was once the mansion of a sugar baron. As its name suggests, all that remains of the mansion are the main structure and its walls. Before heading back to your hotel, you’ll visit Pasalubong Centers, where you can enjoy shopping

Day 7

Day 7 - Day 7: Departure + Check-out

You can still do some exploring on your own before you check out of your hotel in Bacolod City on the last day of this Philippine holiday package. Gorge on the delicious local cuisine or explore the attractions in the neighborhood. After returning to the hotel, pack your belongings, check out, and wait for the driver, who will pick you up and bring you to Bacolod-Silay Airport. From here, you will take your flight back to Manila, officially ending your vacation.

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Secure your spot

Reserve instantly with guaranteed availability. Your spot is confirmed the moment you book, backed by secure payment and best price assurance.

Get instant confirmation

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

Personalize your itinerary

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.

Tap into expert guidance

Get local insights, curated recommendations, and smart tips before, during, and after your trip—so you can travel smarter and explore deeper.

Explore with confidence

From Manila to Mindanao, we’re here 24/7 to help you every step of the way—so you can enjoy your adventure with peace of mind.

What to bring

Passport or Valid ID

Confirmation Voucher

Sunblock

Sun Protection

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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.

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.

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

Accommodation

This package is inclusive of accommodations 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 the accommodation categories available:

Comfort

3-star accommodations offer a higher level of convenience with added amenities such as 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, 24-hour front desk assistance, dining options, swimming pool, fitness center and spa.