9-Day Philippines Vacation Package to Bohol & Palawan Islands from Manila
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Description
Summary
Tour starts
Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
Duration
9 days
Ending place
Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
Languages:
English
Difficulty:
Easy
Minimum age:
None
Description
Embark on a 9-day trip to the Philippines and explore Bohol’s scenic attractions and Palawan’s majestic islands. This vacation package includes roundtrip flights from Manila, land and ferry transfers, and accommodation.
In this 9-day trip, you will travel back in time to the Spanish colonial period. You will marvel at notable buildings and iconic structures along the vibrant streets of Intramuros, Manila. You will also learn about the influences of Spanish and ethnic Chinese on the Filipino lifestyle.
This trip also includes flights and boat transfers to the Visayas. You will ride a plane to Bohol and hop on a short boat ride to Pamilacan Island. On the way to the island, you can spot whales and dolphins that may pop out of the water.
Your Bohol escapade continues in its famous countryside attractions. Make the most out of your trip as you cruise along the blue-green waters of the Loboc River. You will enjoy a well-curated Filipino cuisine lunch on board a floating restaurant. Then, you will explore a stunning geological formation in Bilar town, the famous Chocolate Hills.
After your Bohol adventure, you will be flying off to one of the world’s best islands, Palawan. You will go on an island-hopping tour around Honda Bay in Puerto Princesa. From white-sand beaches to underwater spots, Palawan has a lot to offer. It boasts breathtaking islands, including Starfish Island, Cowrie Island, and Luli Island.
Then, you will traverse the 8km-long Puerto Princesa Underground River, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and New7Wonders of the World. Your trip to Palawan includes a visit to Port Barton and El Nido, where you will go on island hopping tours. You can also kayak and snorkel at Big Lagoon.
Set sail and fly to the top attractions and majestic sights in Bohol and Palawan with this ultimate 9-day vacation package. Check availability by choosing a date.
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Included
8 nights accommodation (budget category)
8 days breakfast
8 lunch
All flights with 20kgs baggage allowance
Day 1 - Intramuros Tour (Manila)
Day 2 to 4 - Bohol Tour (Central Visayas)
Day 5 to 8 - Puerto Princesa, Port Barton and El Nido Tour (Palawan)
Day 9 - Back to Manila
All transportation to and from included activities and destinations
All environmental fees, port fees, and all other applicable taxes
Once you arrive at Ninoy Aquino International Airport, wait for your van to pick you up and take you to your hotel in Manila or near Roxas Boulevard. Your first destination is the walled city of Intramuros.
The first attraction on your list is Fort Santiago. Spanish navigator and governor Miguel López de Legazpi built this citadel in 1593. Another historical site you will visit is a public square in Intramuros known as Plaza Roma. Inside the plaza lies the statue of King Charles IV of Spain.
Your next destination, Bahay Tsinoy, houses the Kaisa-Angelo King Heritage Center. Bahay Tsinoy is a museum that documents the contributions of the ethnic Chinese in Philippine history. You will also visit Casa Manila to learn about the life of the gentry during the 19th century. Casa Manila is a museum that depicts the colonial lifestyle during the Spanish era.
Your heritage tour continues in San Diego Gardens. It is right next to Baluarte De San Diego. Finally, you will visit two grand churches in Intramuros. The San Agustin Church and Museum is the country’s oldest stone church. Your last destination is Manila Cathedral, a 400-year-old church with impressive facades, interiors, and multi-layered arches.
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Day 2
Day 2 - Day 2: Bohol Cambuhat Tour
For your second day, you will be flying off to Bohol via Panglao International Airport. From there, your private van will take you to your hotel in Panglao, Bohol.
You will be immersed in the laidback village of Cambuhat River Community. You will be gazing at mangroves while paddling through the Cambuhat River. You can also find nipa huts hanging on the side of the river.
Before you step inside the community, you will head over to the community center. The river sits calmly on a serene and relaxing landscape. Inside the Cambuhat River Community, you will have a glimpse of the people’s life, culture, and traditions. You can appreciate the beauty of the river while experiencing simple village life.
The Cambuhat locals focus on developing and promoting eco-friendly practices to protect their natural resources. Oyster farming serves as their source of livelihood in the community. You can find the Cambuhat Oyster Farm at the far end of the river. Other than oyster farming, they also create hand-woven crafts.
While you’re getting to know their village practices, the locals will serve your shellfish and seafood lunch. After your Bohol Cambuhat tour, you will return to your hotel in Panglao, Bohol.
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Day 3
Day 3 - Day 3: Bohol Pamilacan Island Tour
The next leg of your Bohol tour continues in Pamilacan Island. You will hop on a short boat ride to reach the island. Pamilacan Island sits at the heart of the Bohol Sea and boasts flourishing marine biodiversity.
This remote island only has a thousand residents. Back in the 90s, the locals relied on whale and manta ray hunting for their livelihood. However, the government has prohibited this illegal practice and provided tourism jobs for the residents.
While passing through the pristine and vast seascape of Bohol, you can watch out for whales and dolphins that may pop out of the water. Once you reach Pamilacan Island, you can snorkel around and dive into its underwater sanctuaries to discover more of what lies underneath.
Pamilacan Island is a famous snorkeling site and diving spot in Bohol. It shelters diverse marine species, including bucket sponges, moray eels, and sea snakes. You can even get a rare opportunity to swim with sea turtles.
After coursing through the waves, you can rest a bit and relax on the powdery white-sand beach. There is also a watchtower near the coast. Some centuries ago, the Spaniards used this tower to look out for pirates.
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Day 4
Day 4 - Day 4: Bohol Countryside Tour
Your fourth day continues in the countryside attractions of Bohol. This time, you will be visiting Bohol’s breathtaking and scenic spots.
You will head to Corella Tarsier Sanctuary, home to the smallest primates, the tarsiers. Do not use the flash of your camera to avoid irritating the tarsiers.
Then, you will feast on a mouthwatering Filipino cuisine on board a floating restaurant at Loboc River. As the raft sails lazily through the river, you can sing along with folk singers on board. You can feast on your Filipino cuisine lunch as they serenade you.
After your relaxing river escapade, you will go to Baclayon Church. In 2010, the National Museum declared it a national cultural treasure. The Spanish missionaries are said to have constructed the church using coral stones and cement with egg whites.
Next, you will go to Bilar town. You will head to the Butterfly Conservatory, which features different kinds and colors of butterflies. Afterward, you will make a stop at a road lined with tall mahogany trees, also called the Bilar Man-Made Forest.
Finally, you will head over to the famous Chocolate Hills. The best time to visit the hills is during the summer season. Don’t miss out on the chance to witness the stunning geological formation.
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Day 5
Day 5 - Day 5: Puerto Princesa Honda Bay Island Hopping Tour
You will visit one of the world’s best islands on the fifth day of your trip, Palawan. You will leave Cebu and board a plane heading to Palawan via Puerto Princesa International Airport.
You will go on an island-hopping tour around Honda Bay’s stunning islands, sandbars, and beaches. The first stop is at Starfish Island, where you can find different kinds of starfish. You can snorkel and swim beneath the starfishes. You might even see a perfectly symmetrical five-armed orange starfish here. You can also spot other marine creatures like pufferfish and yellowtail snappers.
Your second stop is at the shell-shaped Cowrie Island. It is the largest among the islands in Honda Bay and undeniably famous for its boomerang shape. While on the island, you can try out several water activities like kayaking, snorkeling, and banana boat riding. You can also rent cabanas and huts that are facing the sea.
Finally, you will visit Luli Island. It has a sandbar that reappears depending on the tides. You can sink your feet into its fine and powdery long stretch of white sand. After strolling along the sandbar, you can take a rest on the hammocks floating on the beach.
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Day 6
Day 6 - Day 6: Puerto Princesa Underground River and City Tour
For your sixth day, you will traverse the famous Puerto Princesa Underground River. From Sabang Boat Terminal, you will take a short boat ride to Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park.
In 2011, a famous global poll committee proclaimed the 8km-long underground river as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature. It has large chambers inside, making it one of the largest cave systems in the world. Inside the cave, you can find odd-shaped stalactites and stalagmites. The formations take the shape of a man’s head, jellyfish, umbrella, and a ship.
After your river escapade, you will head to the city proper. At Baker’s Hill, you can buy some baked goodies and local pastries. Then, you will visit Plaza Cuartel, a former Spanish garrison and penal colony that has become a leisure park.
Palawan Wildlife Rescue and Conservation Center is the next destination on your itinerary. You will have the opportunity to see the resident crocodiles at this research center and breeding facility. Next, you will hike up Mitra’s Ranch. It has an observation deck that sits on the city’s highest point. Finally, you can catch stunning sunset views at Puerto Princesa Baywalk.
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Day 7
Day 7 - Day 7: Port Barton Island Hopping Tour
On Day 7, you will go on an island-hopping tour to Port Barton. This paradise-like destination in Palawan is away from the crowds, allowing you to appreciate the simplicity of island life. With its clear and turquoise waters, Port Barton is often positively compared to El Nido.
Your first stop is at Inaladelan resort. It sits on a private island so you can have fun while relaxing on the beach. You can also try some activities like kayaking and playing beach volleyball. The resort is a beach camping paradise perfect for those who like to dine under the stars.
The turtle hatching season happens every January. You can interact with baby turtles and walk them through their first steps to the sea. Your next destination is Luli Sandbar, a piece of powdery sand that emerges and sinks into the water depending on the shifting tides.
For your next activity, you will snorkel and swim around the turtle snorkeling site. Then, you will explore the fish and snorkeling site. After your tropical escapade, you will return to your hotel and prepare for the next day’s island-hopping tour in El Nido.
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Day 8
Day 8 - Day 8: El Nido Island Hopping Tour
Discover majestic lagoons and postcard-worthy islands in El Nido on the last full day of your vacation. You will go on an island-hopping tour at Bacuit Bay. Your first destination is the Big Lagoon, where you will pass through a narrow entrance to get inside. Once you’re inside, you will see towering limestone cliffs and turquoise waters.
Your next stop is at Miniloc Island. It has a flourishing ecosystem perfect for those who like to snorkel and dive. You can even find an evergreen rainforest alongside the palm-fringed beaches. The third destination is also a must-visit attraction, the Secret Lagoon. However, boats cannot easily penetrate because it has a smaller entrance than the Big Lagoon.
You will have to crawl through to get inside the lagoon. Right outside the Secret Lagoon is a beautiful beach perfect for relaxing and sunbathing. Your fourth destination is the Seven Commandos Beach. You can strike a dramatic pose with lush mountains and coconut trees as your backdrop.
Lastly, you will go snorkeling beneath colorful corals at Shimizu Island. It is one of the breathtaking islands dotting Bacuit Bay. You can dive into its crystal clear waters and see for yourself underwater marine sanctuaries.
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Day 9
Day 9 - Day 9. Departure to Manila
You will be leaving Palawan on Day 9. Wait for your van to fetch you from your hotel in Lio Properties and take you to the airport. Then, you will board a direct flight to the Ninoy Aquino International Airport. You will head back to where you started, Manila.
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What to bring
Face mask and Face shield
Extra clothes
Passport (Valid for 6 months from date of departure)
Swimwear and sunblock
Personal medicines
Good to know
Please bring appropriate clothing. Please be aware that your itinerary may have to be rearranged to fit your arrival date and time better.
All our guides speak English. For other languages, contact us for availability and rates.
Not all establishments accept credit or debit cards, and ATMs can be limited.
In El Nido island hopping tour mandatory environmental fee and/or user’s see is to be paid directly in cash to the service provider in El Nido, The tour itinerary is subject to change based on weather and tidal conditions. Tours will start only once operators are given permission to sail by the Local Government Unit (LGU) and the Philippine Coast Guard. Delays in start of tours or cancellation of tours affected by this is beyond the service providers’ control.
Limitation to the number of tourists, boats, kayaks and time of stay in El Nido lagoons are strictly enforced by the PAMB. Secret Beach, Big Lagoon and Small Lagoon are no longer allowed to be toured on the same day as part of the policies of the Protected Area Management Board (PAMB) of El Nido.
A mandatory user fee of PHP 200 per person is collected by PAMB for every entry to the Secret Beach, Big Lagoon and Small Lagoon.
Single use-plastics are banned in El Nido island tours. Please bring reusable water bottles or tumblers. All visitors are required to bring their own trash back to the boats.
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Accommodation
See our accommodation levels below and our preferred accommodation partners under each day in the daily itinerary. All accommodation levels, bookings for one person will be arranged in single rooms, bookings for two or more people will share a twin/double, and odd number groups will always be allocated a single room. If you are travelling in a group, but prefer a single room, please make separate bookings. Teenagers and children will be arranged in the same room with parents. If additional room(s) is needed, additional costs will incur.
For multi-day guided tours, accommodation cannot be upgraded and the levels below do not apply. Guide to the Philippines will provide you with the best available accommodation 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
Private rooms with private bathrooms in guesthouses or small hotels with basic amenities.
Comfort
Private Rooms with a private bathroom at three-star hotels or resorts located in the city center, in close vicinity, or near the beach area. Breakfast is included and with basic room amenities and toiletries.
Quality
Rooms at four-star to a five-star hotel in the city center or beachfront resort with a private bathroom at the absolute best locations with the best amenities, facilities, and services.
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