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12-Day Family Trip to the Philippines

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Trip Overview

Known for its beautiful beaches, adventurous activities and very friendly local people, the Philippines is the perfect destination for a 12-day family trip!

On this Philippines family holiday, you'll visit three of the 7,641 islands in the incredible Philippines archipelago - Cebu, Bohol and Negros.

Cebu is the main hub of the Visayas archipelago and a great place to start and end your trip. Here, you'll be presented with an abundance of fun activities, white sand beaches and aquatic life. Moving on, Bohol and Panglao are where you'll spend your days immersed in the countryside and also island hopping from one beautiful island to the next.

Finally, you'll travel to Negros which is complete with a rugged mountain interior, unspoiled beaches, underwater coral gardens and urban grooves. Here the natural base for families is Dumaguete, a funky college town and expat hang-out.
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Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Cebu!

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Welcome to Cebu!

Your private driver will welcome you at Mactan Airport in Cebu and bring you to your hotel in Cebu town. Take your time to settle down and rest at your hotel to recover from your long journey. Cebu is the oldest city in the Philippines and was the point of entry for Spanish settlers in the 16th century. Stroll through the city centre and visit the Magellan Cross, the Basilica of Santo Nino and the Taoist Temple. For dinner, try a local speciality in one of the many restaurants in the city.

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    Accommodation

    Montebello Villa Hotel3 star

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    Activities

    Cebu CityOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Montebello Villa Hotel Cebu

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    Destinations

    Cebu City

Day 2

Travel to Bohol

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Travel to Bohol

Today, your private driver will pick you up from your hotel for a private transfer to Cebu Pier. At Cebu Pier, you'll embark on a hydrofoil to Tagbilaran on the island of Bohol. The crossing takes approximately two hours. You'll then arrive on Bohol Island! Your driver will be waiting for you at the exit of the port of Tagbilaran and will take you to your hotel on the peninsula of Panglao. You'll have the rest of the day free to soak up this island paradise.

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    Accommodation

    Bohol Beach Club4 star

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    Activities

    PanglaoOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Montebello Villa Hotel Cebu to Cebu(Pier1)

    Ferry from Cebu(Pier1) to Tagbilaran City

    Private Driver from Tagbilaran City to Bohol Beach Club

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Cebu City

    Panglao

Day 3

Free Day to Explore the Surrounding Islands

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Free Day to Explore the Surrounding Islands

Today, you can take advantage of this free day to explore the snorkelling sites of Balicasag and Pamilacan Island. One of the best ways to explore the beautiful waters, aquatic life and coral reefs that surround these islands is to do an island-hopping excursion during which you'll discover Virgin Island among many other beautiful islands. Alternatively, you can simply relax on the beaches of Panglao.

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    Accommodation

    Bohol Beach Club4 star

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    Activities

    Balicasag IslandOptional Activity

    Virgin IslandOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Panglao

    Central Visayas

Day 4

Highlights of Bohol with a Local Guide

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Highlights of Bohol with a Local Guide

Today, you will discover the treasures of Bohol! You'll be awestruck by the astonishing Chocolate Hills, one of the unmissable landscapes of the Philippines. Next, you'll go on a cruise on the Loboc River and have lunch on board. In the afternoon, your local guide will show you the Baclayon Church, the oldest stone church in Bohol. You'll end this beautiful day by visiting the sanctuary of Tarsiers. A great opportunity to see these small leaping primates with really big eyes!

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    Accommodation

    Bohol Beach Club4 star

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    Activities

    Highlights of Bohol Tour

    Chocolate Hills

    Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Panglao

    Carmen

    Central Visayas

    Corella

Day 5

Meet the Dolphins, Balicasag Marine Reserve & Virgin Island Sandbar

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Meet the Dolphins, Balicasag Marine Reserve & Virgin Island Sandbar

Today, you will set off very early in the morning on a private bangka (traditional Filipino boat) tour to meet the dolphins! Then, you will go to Balicasag Marine Reserve for some snorkelling - keep your eyes out for turtles, they should be here! The last stop of your day is at Virgin Island's sandbar to do some swimming and relax reflecting back on what a wonderful day it has been!

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    Accommodation

    Bohol Beach Club4 star

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    Activities

    Private Bangka Tour to Meet the Dolphins

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Panglao

    Dauis

Day 6

Travel to Dumaguete

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Travel to Dumaguete

In the morning, your driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Tagbilaran Pier. You'll then catch the ferry to Dumaguete, which will take around two hours. Upon arrival, you'll meet your driver at the pier of Dumaguete (Sibulan) and take the road to your hotel. You'll settle into your hotel and have the rest of the afternoon and evening to relax and soak up the beach atmosphere of this new island.

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    Accommodation

    El Dorado Beach Resort3 star

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Bohol Beach Club to Tagbilaran City

    Ferry from Tagbilaran City to Dumaguete

    Private Driver from Dumaguete to El Dorado Beach Resort

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Panglao

    Dauin

Day 7

See the Turtles of Apo Island!

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See the Turtles of Apo Island!

If you have always dreamed of swimming with sea turtles, this day in the Philippines is for you! You'll set out on an excursion to the neighbouring Apo Island, southeast of Dumaguete. Well known to scuba diving and snorkelling enthusiasts, Apo is a small wild island that is classified as a natural marine reserve. With your mask and snorkel, jump in the water to discover the colourful corals, fish of all shapes and sizes and, if you are lucky, you'll even have a chance to swim with sea turtles!

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    Accommodation

    El Dorado Beach Resort3 star

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    Activities

    Turtles of Apo Island

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Dauin

Day 8

Explore Dumaguete's Hinterland

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Explore Dumaguete's Hinterland

Today you'll explore the lush, mountainous side of Dumaguete's hinterland which is full of riches: volcanic landscapes, tropical forests and magnificent coastlines, not forgetting the fields of sugar cane that stretch as far as the eye can see. You'll go on an excursion to Balinsasayao Twin Lakes Natural Park. The Twin Lakes are two ancient volcanic craters perched at 900 metres altitude. On the way, you'll make a stop at the beautiful waterfalls of Casaroro.

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    Accommodation

    El Dorado Beach Resort3 star

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    Activities

    Balinsasayao Twin Lakes Natural Park Tour

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Dauin

    Sibulan

Day 9

Dumaguete to Fantasy Lodge in Samboan

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Dumaguete to Fantasy Lodge in Samboan

This morning, depending on your transfer time, your driver will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Dumaguete Pier. You'll then catch the ferry from Dumaguete to Fantasy Lodge in Samboan. After checking into your new lodge, you'll have the rest of the day free to spend as you wish.

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    Accommodation

    Fantasy Lodge Cebu3 star

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from El Dorado Beach Resort to Dumaguete

    Ferry from Dumaguete to Fantasy Lodge Cebu

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Dauin

    Samboan

Day 10

A Day in the Countryside

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A Day in the Countryside

Today is devoted to the discovery of the surrounding countryside. You'll visit the Kawasan River where you will have the opportunity to swim in its natural pools and discover the waterfalls on this nature-focused day. One of the most recognisable waterfalls in the Philippines, if not in the world, Kawasan Falls is characterised by its dazzling turquoise blue water. It is the perfect place to spend the day chilling and swimming in the falls.

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    Accommodation

    Fantasy Lodge Cebu3 star

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    Activities

    Kawasan Falls

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Samboan

    Alegría

Day 11

Free Day at Fantasy Lodge

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Free Day at Fantasy Lodge

Fantasy Lodge is surrounded by beautiful waterfalls, mountain scenery and beaches. The more adventurous can set out to explore the numerous waterfalls in the area: there's something for everyone! You can visit Cambais Falls which is accessible after a walk in the jungle offers a beautiful natural pool surrounded by waterfalls. There's also Binalayan Falls which is smaller and only 10 minutes from the resort.

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    Accommodation

    Fantasy Lodge Cebu3 star

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    Activities

    Free Day at Fantasy Lodge Cebu

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    Meals

    Breakfast, lunch and dinner

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    Destinations

    Samboan

Day 12

Departure Day

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Departure Day

Your Philippines family holiday ends on this day. After breakfast, you'll hop in a private transfer from Fantasy Lodge to Mactan Airport in Cebu where you'll catch your departing flight.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Fantasy Lodge Cebu to Mactan-Cebu International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Samboan

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What’s included?

  • 11 nights accommodation
  • 7 activities
  • 11 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 3 dinners
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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