2 weeks in the Philippines

Trip Description

Accomodation

Stay program

• day 1

  Arrival in Manila

  

  Upon your arrival at Manila airport, you will need to present your passport and complete the formalities. You can then collect your luggage and go to the meeting point, where our driver will be waiting to take you to the Berjaya hotel, located in the financial district of Makati. At the hotel, you will be welcomed by a member of the Rutas Filipinas team.

• day 2

  Visit of Manila - Flight to Puerto Princesa

  On this day, we will begin the visit of Intramuros in order to learn about the history of the Philippines. Intramuros is a small colonial town within the great metropolis of Manila. It is the only authentically "European" city in Asia, the last legacy of a past still existing among the ruins. There you will see in particular the San Agustin Church, the patio of Casa Manila, as well as the Rizal Museum, surrounded by a row of rusty cannons protruding from the fortified wall. Some point towards Manila and face the ramparts of Fort Santiago, covered in moss. To the north of the fortification, we will visit the Santa Bárbara bastion, overlooking the Pasig River. After these visits, we will take the flight to Puerto Princesa. Upon your arrival at Puerto Princesa airport, the driver will accompany you to the Canvas Boutique hotel. You can enjoy the afternoon to explore the city. We recommend tasting the fish barbecues and street food. If you are looking for something more exquisite, the Kalui's restaurant serves the best seafood in the city.

• day 3

  Visit the underground river - El Nido

  At 8:00 am, we will begin a one and a half hour journey to Sabang. From Sabang, we will take you to the pier where we will have to wait a little due to a limited number of boats and people allowed to access the cave. You will then arrive in the underground river area where you can start the tour. After this morning full of discoveries and adventures, you will return to your hotel in Sabang before heading to El Nido. In El Nido, you will have the opportunity to admire a beautiful sunset. You can also go to the southern area of El Nido, specifically to Las Cabañas, not far from the El Nido Beach Hotel. We also recommend enjoying the Beach Front of Panorama Hotel and the Republic Sunset Bar. In the evening, a visit to the village should not be missed, with El Nido beach being ideal for having dinner in one of its bars.

• day 4

  Visit of the El Nido archipelago

  Today, our colleagues will come to pick you up at your hotel to accompany you to the small jetty. Once on the boat, we will head towards Helicopter Island, where a beautiful beach awaits you and where you can enjoy snorkeling. After this wonderful experience, we will make a stop at the famous Secret Beach. On another island, you can visit an abandoned church, go snorkeling or swim while our colleagues prepare lunch. After lunch, you will have the privilege of visiting the most beautiful places in the region, namely Laguna Grande and Laguna Pequeña. You can approach the lagoons by kayak. If you are not very skilled, you can approach them by boat rather than by kayak. After this busy day, we will take you to Seven Commando Island, where you can take the opportunity to rest and swim before returning to your hotel in El Nido.

• day 5

  Free day in El Nido

  

  You will have the day free to enjoy El Nido. We have put together a little program according to your tastes: If you like sports, take the opportunity to go on a small excursion around the island by mountain bike or go to Taraw Cliff. If you want to spend the day relaxing on a beautiful beach, head to Nacpan Beach, 45 minutes north of downtown El Nido, or visit the Bulalacao waterfall on your way to Nacpan Beach. For the more adventurous, cycling is the best option to tour the north of Palawan. If you wish, we can organize a motorbike tour through the most unusual places in El Nido, from Taytay to Palawan, along endless roads and deserted beaches.

• day 6

  El Nido - Ferry to Coron

  This morning, you will board from the port of El Nido to Coron for a 5-hour journey. NOTE: As the ferry company (Montenegro Lines) does not issue electronic tickets, our colleagues will take you to their offices, where they will give you your ticket, which is included in the trip and reserved in your name. In Coron, our colleagues will pick you up to take you to your hotel. You can take this opportunity to explore the day at your leisure. The village of Coron is the commercial center of the island of Bususanga and has all kinds of shops, small restaurants, and street food. We recommend the following visits and activities: The Maquinit hot spring. This natural hot spring is located on the outskirts of the village. We invite you to use the village tricycles to get to this area. It is pleasant to bathe there at dusk, as the view of Coron Island is incredible. The ascent of Mount Tapyas, which crowns the village of Coron, is a mountain with 700 steps located at the exit of the village and offers spectacular views at sunrise and sunset, while admiring the vastness of Coron Island. You will stay at the Pearl Vista Coron.

• day 7

  Free day in Coron for scuba diving.

  

  We will take you to visit the pure and clean waters of Coron Island. This island is famous for the Japanese ships that sank during World War II and for being a karst paradise of cliffs, rocks, and turquoise lagoons still very well preserved from mass tourism. Coron Island is protected by the Philippine government and inhabited by the Tagbanua ethnic group. It is one of the oldest ethnic groups in the Philippines. That is why diving excursions only skirt the island, but do not allow access to tourists. Around 8:00 in the morning, you will board a small Bangka (typical Filipino boat) to visit some of the island's most popular attractions: Kayangan Lake, combining salt and fresh water, the Twin Lagoon where you can swim and have a rewarding experience as the water changes temperature, going from very cold to very hot, or the Siete Pecados (Seven Sins) where you can go snorkeling, as well as Banol Beach. Lunch will be based on seafood.

• day 8

  Coron - flight to Cebu - ferry to Bohol - Loboc

  At the indicated time, our colleagues will take you to Busuanga airport for Cebu. Upon your arrival, we will accompany you to the Cebu port to board the ferry to Bohol. Our driver will drop you off in front of the terminal and you will need to check in. As soon as you arrive in Bohol, you will be welcomed by our local guide, Glenn, who will take you to the Panglao area. You will spend the night at the Loboc River Resort hotel, located on the banks of the Loboc River.

• day 9

  Visit of Loboc

  

  After a good breakfast, you will have the opportunity to visit the most important places in the region with your local guide. You will find quads at your disposal, which will allow you to explore the Chocolate Hills. You will take a tour of about 45 minutes, where you can see the lands where the famous little green mounds were born. Next, we will take you to the small Pangas waterfalls to meet the locals. It is a beautiful itinerary, but the roads are not suitable for cars. The ideal way is to go by motorbike. If you wish, you can organize a day by motorbike in Bohol. We will take you to have lunch in a place set in a fantastic environment. In the afternoon, you will visit the butterfly farm and the bamboo bridge. At the end of the day, we will go see the tarsiers, those little animals that come out mainly at night. That is why we keep this visit for the last hour before the park closes.

• day 10

  Bohol - Jagna - Ferry to Camiguin

  Today, you will go to the port of Jagna, located in the east of the island of Bohol. You will need to present your ticket reservation there and check in on the ferry. Then, we will take you to Camiguin, where you will be taken to your hotel BalaiSaBaibai. This charming island, known as the green island, is famous both for its landscapes and for the kindness of its inhabitants, who live in perfect harmony on an island born of fire with 13 volcanoes, some of which are still active. You will quickly realize that Camiguin is probably one of the most important islands in the Philippines. Its black sand beaches contrast with its turquoise waters and the green covering the whole island. The contrast is so striking that just a few meters from the coast of Camiguin, you will find White Island with its beautiful fine white sand beaches.

• day 11

  Visit to Camiguin

  Today, many activities await you, including an excursion to the volcanoes, exploring the neighboring islands, paddling, or even snorkeling in a cemetery covered by lava from the last eruption of the Hibok-Hibok volcano. Camiguin has a lot to offer those seeking an authentic stay, accompanied by a local essence, while exploring an island that respects the environment (smoking is prohibited in public spaces). In the morning, our local guide from the region will pick you up at the hotel and begin a tour of the island's interior. He will provide you with the best recommendations to discover this territory born from volcanic eruptions.

• day 12

  Free day in Camiguin

  

  You will have the day free to rest and/or discover the island at your own pace. We recommend a few visits: White Island, located 10 minutes north of Camiguin. You can enjoy its spectacular beach, easily accessible when the tide is low. We suggest going to the island in the afternoon to enjoy the sunset. If you are a bit adventurous and depending on sea conditions, you can rent a kayak and reach the island in 25 minutes. You can spend the day at Mantique. From Mabujao, you can rent a traditional bangka and go to this tropical island located west of Camiguin. You can go snorkeling, observe beautiful reefs, and have lunch in a local restaurant. Camiguin also offers interesting excursions for those who wish to explore the volcanoes: the most famous are the Hibok-Hibok excursion, which requires a full day (8 hours), and the 3 to 4 hour excursion to the old volcano. If you want to relax and fully enjoy your stay, savor the serene atmosphere of the island.

• day 13

  Free day in Camiguin

  You will have the day free to rest and/or discover the island at your own pace. We recommend a few visits: White Island, located 10 minutes north of Camiguin. You can enjoy its spectacular beach, easily accessible when the tide is low. We suggest going to the island in the afternoon to enjoy the sunset. If you are a bit adventurous and depending on sea conditions, you can rent a kayak and reach the island in 25 minutes. You can spend the day at Mantique. From Mabujao, you can rent a traditional bangka and go to this tropical island located west of Camiguin. You can go snorkeling and observe beautiful reefs, then have lunch in a local restaurant. Camiguin also offers interesting excursions for those who want to explore the volcanoes: the most famous are the Hibok-Hibok excursion, which requires a full day (8 hours), and the 3-4 hour excursion to the old volcano. If you want to relax and have a good time, enjoy the serene atmosphere of the island.

• day 14

  Camiguin - Flight to Cebu and connecting flight

  After this 2-week trip to the Philippines, we will accompany you to Camiguin airport to catch your flight to Cebu, where your international flight awaits you. Depending on your return flight, a small city tour can be organized. The price includes: - French-speaking guide in Manila and English-speaking guide in all other destinations. - Group tours on the underground river and private tours in the other destinations. - Meals indicated in this itinerary. - Transfers to and from the airports, private except for Coron airport. - Hotels indicated in this itinerary in double room with breakfast. - Domestic flights: Manila - Puerto Princesa, Coron - Cebu, Camiguin - Cebu. - International travel insurance. The price does not include: - Drinks. - International flights. - Taxes in ports and airports. - Expenses arising from issues outside the organization, related to weather conditions, natural disasters, flight cancellations, delays or schedule changes, accidents or medical evacuations.