Scenic 9-Day Cebu & Bohol Islands with Dumaguete City Beaches & Nature Tour Package from Manila

You will fly out of Manila and head to Dumaguete City, known as the City of Gentle People. From the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, it’s a little over an hour to get to Dumaguete-Sibulan Airport. After landing at the airport, look for your driver, who will bring you to your comfort-level hotel in Dumaguete City. Once you have settled in your room, you have the option to explore on your own or go on an add-on guided tour of some of the attractions of the city.

If you decide to book the add-on tour, you will visit Silliman University, which is the country’s and Asia’s first American higher learning institution. At Rizal Boulevard, you can enjoy refreshing scenery at the seafront promenade. The street is also lined with interesting local shopping and dining establishments. The grand St. Catherine De Alexandria church stands out in town with its ornate architecture. The church, along with its belfry, Dumaguete Campanario, were both built in the 1700s. 

You’ll get to visit many other destinations in the city of Dumaguete, including the Dumaguete Public Market, the Provincial Capitol, and Freedom Park, plus shopping sites like Claytown Pottery and Sidlakang Negros Village.

Your first complimentary tour is scheduled for day 3. On this tour, you will explore the natural and historical attractions in and nearby Dumaguete City, including an old church, waterfalls, and a hot spring. 

The first stops are Silliman University, the Provincial Capitol, Claytown Pottery, St. Catherine de Alexandria, and the Dumaguete Public Market. After seeing these Dumaguete attractions, you’ll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before going to Pulangbato Falls, which is known for the red rocks in its catch basin. You can take a dip in the pool or just admire the beautiful surroundings at the site of the falls. Your last stop for this tour is the Red Rocks Hot Spring. Here you can enjoy a soothing dip into its hot waters

Enjoy your breakfast at your hotel in Dumaguete City and do some last-minute exploring and shopping at nearby areas before checking out. After you have checked out, you will make your way to your next destination, Bohol. Bohol is known for its Chocolate Hills, as well as its beaches and islands, some of which you can visit in the following days. 

After checking in to your comfort-level hotel and getting settled in your room, you have free time to explore Bohol on your own. Take note that you have two complimentary tours of Bohol as part of this package, so make sure you get enough rest for today.

Today, you will visit some of the top attractions of Bohol. At your first destination, you will meet one of the smallest primates in the entire world. Corella Tarsier Sanctuary is home to the small nocturnal animals with big eyes. There’s also a souvenir shop at the site. You will then go to Loay Bridge, where the Loboc River Cruise starts. The river is about 1.5km long, and the slow ride will have you enjoying the sight of the lush surroundings. 

After the cruise, you will go to Baclayon Church, a National Cultural Treasure of the country. At the Butterfly Conservatory, you can observe the different stages of the life of the butterfly. There are about 200 species at the conservatory. Bilar Forest is a 2 km stretch of mahogany trees. What’s unique about this forest is it is man-made, and the mahogany trees were planted during the 20th century. The final stop of the day is an amazing geological formation. The Chocolate Hills is comprised of over 1,000 hills that cover around 5,000 hectares of land. During the dry season, the grass on the hills turns brown, making them look like chocolate mounds.

You will be going on a boat and exploring the islands and waters of Bohol today. Be ready to wake up early, as this tour can start as early as 5 AM. Your first agenda for the day is dolphin watching. While seeing these creatures is not guaranteed, those lucky enough to spot them will be treated to a breathtaking view of dolphins swimming and playing in Bohol’s waters.

After that, you will head to Balicasag Island, one of the top snorkeling and diving spots in the country. You can explore the island on foot and swim in the waters, but the best way to see its wonders is by putting on snorkeling gear and exploring underwater. You have a high chance of spotting sea turtles grazing on the ocean floor.

You will then make your way to a nearby resort for a hearty lunch. Afterward, you can try water activities like kayaking and jet skiing at your own expense.

When your tour is over, you will be escorted back to your hotel in Bohol.

From Bohol, you will make your way to Cebu via ferry. You will be picked up from the port and brought to your comfort-level accommodations in Cebu. Once you have rested in your room, feel free to explore the city on your own. For a guided tour, you may book an add-on experience that will bring you to some of the top attractions of Cebu City.

The optional tour will first take you to Magellan’s Cross, which marks the start of Catholicism in the country. You’ll then head to the Basilica Minore del Sto. Niño, the oldest Roman Catholic Church in the Philippines. To learn more about the history of Cebu, you’ll also drop by the Yap Sandiego Ancestral House and the Pedro Calungsod Church, which is dedicated to the Filipino saint. You’ll wrap up your tour with a running tour of South Road Properties, Colon Street, and the Fuente Osmena Circle. You will end your tour at the Capitol Site.

On the last full day of your vacation package, you can decide which tour to go on. You can decide to embark on an exciting Oslob whale shark-watching activity. During this free day tour, you'll explore the charming landmarks and natural wonders of Oslob, located south of Cebu City. The highlight of the tour is the incredible whale shark encounter, where you'll have the chance to witness these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Additionally, you'll visit the stunning Sumilon Sandbar, a stretch of white sand perfect for lounging and observing marine life. Next, head to the mesmerizing Tumalog Falls, which resemble a cascading curtain amidst rocks. Remember, while this adventure promises a thrilling experience, sightings of whale sharks are not guaranteed.

You also have the option to book a tour of Moalboal, Mantayupan Falls, and Basdaku White Beach. In Moalboal, you will head to the water and experience the majestic sardine run, where thousands and thousands of sardines swim in unison to create a massive glimmering wall underwater. You'll also visit Mantayupan Falls, the highest waterfalls in Cebu, before relaxing at Basdaku White Beach.

Your tour of the Philippines has come to an end, and it is time to leave the Visayas and return to Manila. Before you check out of your hotel, you can enjoy your complimentary breakfast and shop for souvenirs in the nearby local stores. When you have checked out and are ready, your driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the airport. The flight back to Ninoy Aquino International Airport takes about an hour and a half.