Breathtaking 9-Day Islands & Beaches Tour to Boracay, Bacolod, Iloilo & Guimaras from Manila

The next morning of this Philippine travel package, you'll be escorted back to the Ninoy Aquino International Airport after checking out of your hotel in Manila. After arriving in Bacolod and checking in your new accommodation, you can explore the city at your own pace. You can take the time to visit nearby attractions like Manokan Country, a small group of eateries that offer Chicken Inasal, a local grilled chicken dish known for its savory flavor. 

On day 3 of this Philippines itinerary, you'll go on a private tour of Bacolod's sandbars and reefs. This tour starts at 7 AM after your guide fetches you from your accommodation. From there, you'll make your way to Sagay City to board a boat that will take you to the Sagay Marine Reserve, where you'll find the Carbin Reef and Panal Reef. Carbin Reef is a beautiful white sandbar where you can snorkel, so make sure to bring your own gear. 

Meanwhile, Panal Reef features a watchtower that you can climb for an additional fee. You can also go snorkeling here to discover its vibrant marine ecosystem. Afterward, you'll head back to Sagay City and will be dropped off at your hotel so you can prepare for your trip to Iloilo in the morning. 
 

On day 4, you'll head to the local port to board a ferry bound for Iloilo. Following your approximately one-hour trip, you'll be escorted to your new accommodations in Iloilo so you can check in and relax for the rest of the day. If you plan on heading out, it's recommended to visit local restaurants to get a taste of La Paz Batchoy,  a clear noodle soup with pork cracklings, beef, chicken stock, and round noodles. 

For day 5, you'll go on an island-hopping tour to Islas de Gigantes. Head to the Bancal Port in Carles by 8 AM to meet up with your guide for the day. You can also request a pick-up service for an additional fee. After meeting with your guide, you'll hop in a boat and sail to the Bantigue Sandbar.

From there, you'll travel to Antonia Beach, a popular snorkeling spot thanks to its vibrant marine life. Afterward, you will go to Tangke Lagoon before being brought to Isla Cabugao Gamay. On this island, you can head up a stairway for a panoramic view of the island. Then you'll end your island-hopping tour with a stop at Pulo Pandan. 
 

On day 6, you'll go on a side trip to Guimaras for a tour of its top attractions and an island-hopping experience. After you are fetched from your hotel, you'll start your day with a stop at the Smallest Plaza (which used to be in the Guinness Book of World Records) before visiting The Pitstop. This local restaurant is famous for its mango pizza. After getting your fill of this local delicacy, you'll drop by the Trappist Monastery and Mango Farm on your way to the Raymen Beach Resort. Here, you can relax along the shore before moving on to the San Lorenzo Wind Farm and GTEC Pasalubong Center. 

Following your inland tour, you'll hop in a boat to visit nearby shores like Natago Beach. Feel free to snorkel here before you set sail for Fairy Castle and Baras Cave. You'll then wrap up your island-hopping excursion with a visit to Lamurawan Island.

The next day, you'll check out of your Iloilo hotel and travel to Boracay via land and sea transfers. After checking in at your hotel here, you can spend the rest of the day however you like. Aside from strolling along White Beach, you can also book optional activities for an exciting day. 

If you want to see the colorful underwater worlds of Boracay, you can opt for a helmet diving experience that will allow you to walk alongside schools of fish. For a more thrilling activity, you can book a 15-minute parasailing experience that will allow you to see Boracay from a new angle while zipping through the air. Lastly, you can also go paraw sailing for a relaxing time out at sea.

On day 8, head to Astoria Resort's beachfront along Station 1 (or Bulabog Beach during monsoon season) to meet the guide for your complimentary island-hopping and snorkeling tour. From there, a boat will take you to Puka Beach. During the Amihan season, the next stop is the Balinghai Dive Site, where you can find colorful corals and schools of fish.

During the monsoon season, you'll go to Ilig-Iligan Island, a charming beach for snorkeling and diving. Then, you'll be treated to a delicious lunch at Tambisaan Beach before heading to Crocodile Island for more swimming and snorkeling. 

Before the tour ends, you'll also be able to relax in a traditional Kawa hot bath and pose on the shore while wearing a beautiful mermaid tail.

The following morning, you can wake up a bit earlier to enjoy another stroll along White Beach before enjoying your breakfast. Afterward, pack your bags as you’ll be checking out of the hotel today. When you’re good to go, a driver will pick you up and take you back to the Caticlan Airport for your return flight to Manila.