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9-Day Exciting Visayas and Captivating Palawan Tour

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Trip Overview

The Philippines is a captivatingly beautiful country spread over 7,641 islands; an archipelago that gives you everything from once-in-a-lifetime experiences to paradise-like beaches.

On this nine-day Palawan Tour, you'll explore two of the Philippines' most popular destinations, Visayas and Palawan. Beginning in Bohol, you'll spend your days exploring this lush green, jungle-covered island and the beauty that surrounds in.

In Cebu, you'll swim with the largest fish in the world, whale sharks! After this incredible encounter, you'll explore the rest of Cebu before hopping over to El Nido for your last few days of epic island hopping, kayaking, snorkelling and more!
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Itinerary

Day 1

ARRIVAL IN MANILA + FLIGHT TO BOHOL

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ARRIVAL IN MANILA + FLIGHT TO BOHOL

On this day, you will land in Manila International Airport to commence your exciting Visayas and Palawan tour! After landing, you will wait as you will fly to Tagbilaran (Bohol). Once you arrive in Bohol, you'll be met by your driver at the airport and taken to your hotel. The rest of the day will then be free to spend as you wish to explore or to relax at the hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Bohol Beach Club4 star

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to NAIA Terminal 3

    Plane from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Panglao International Airport

    Private Driver from Panglao International Airport to Bohol Beach Club

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    Destinations

    Panglao

Day 2

COUNTRYSIDE TOUR with ATV + OMEGA

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COUNTRYSIDE TOUR with ATV + OMEGA

Today, you will see the beauty that Bohol has to offer. You will visit the famous Chocolate Hills – one of the most famous attractions in Bohol. It seems to be made by human hand but it’s a magical creation of nature. Experience an adventure offers with different types of zip line rides which pass through the amazing view. You will also see the Bilar Forest and the world’s smallest primate known as the Tarsier. You will go to your hotel after.

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    Accommodation

    Bohol Beach Club4 star

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    Activities

    Countryside Tour with ATV and Zipline

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Panglao

    Carmen

Day 3

ISLAND HOPPING IN BALICASAG

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ISLAND HOPPING IN BALICASAG

Today, you will visit Virgin Island, one of the many islands surrounding Bohol, where you can see and buy fresh seafood caught by the fishermen that morning. After Virgin Island, you will go to Balicasag Island to do a spot of snorkelling in the beautiful crystal clear waters followed by a local lunch after in a dive resort overlooking the beach. After the tour, you will head back to your hotel for your final night on Bohol.

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    Accommodation

    Bohol Beach Club4 star

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    Activities

    Island Hopping to Balicasag

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Panglao

    Central Visayas

Day 4

FERRY TO CEBU + OSLOB WHALE SHARK + KAWASAN FALLS CANYONEERING

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FERRY TO CEBU + OSLOB WHALE SHARK + KAWASAN FALLS CANYONEERING

Today, you'll say goodbye to Bohol and catch a ferry to Cebu. You will have a day tour in Oslob and Kawasan. Oslob is in the Southern part of Cebu where you can have a chance to meet the whale sharks, the largest fish in the world. After a friendly encounter with this precious creature, you will go to the Kawasan Falls where you will have a thrilling activity of jumping from the falls. In the evening, you'll arrive at your hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Seda Ayala Center Cebu4 star

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    Activities

    Swimming with Whalesharks in Oslob and Kawasan Canyoneering

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    Transportations

    Minivan from Bohol Beach Club to Momo Beach

    Ferry from Momo Beach to Quartel Beach

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Panglao

    Cebu City

Day 5

FLIGHT TO EL NIDO

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FLIGHT TO EL NIDO

Today, you'll be transferred to Cebu airport. From here, you'll catch a domestic flight to El Nido. Upon arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel in El Nido town. You'll then have the rest of the day free to relax and explore El Nido as you wish. There are some beautiful beaches from which to watch the sunset in El Nido and it is a must-do activity here.

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    Accommodation

    The Funny Lion4 star

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Seda Ayala Center Cebu to Mactan-Cebu International Airport

    Plane from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to El Nido Lio Airport

    Private Driver from El Nido Lio Airport to The Funny Lion - El Nido

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Cebu City

    El Nido

Day 6

ISLAND HOPPING A (SHARED)

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ISLAND HOPPING A (SHARED)

Meet the picturesque islands of El Nido on this morning's island hopping tour. You'll visit the Small or Big Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Commando Beach and Secret Lagoon. During this tour, you’ll find clear waters, soak in some sun, relax on white-sand beaches and enjoy a delicious grilled lunch by the bay. It’s an amazing way to appreciate the natural beauty of El Nido!

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    Accommodation

    The Funny Lion4 star

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    Activities

    Island Hopping Tour A - Shared

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    El Nido

Day 7

FREE DAY IN EL NIDO

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FREE DAY IN EL NIDO

Today, you'll have the entire day free to spend as you wish to explore El Nido, its wonderful beaches and its fascinating rock formations. Whether you'd just like to relax on the beach, watching the boats come in and out, or perhaps try one of the many eateries in town, the choice is yours.

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    Accommodation

    The Funny Lion4 star

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    Activities

    Free Day in El NidoRequest to Book

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    El Nido

Day 8

ISLAND HOPPING TOUR C (SHARED)

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ISLAND HOPPING TOUR C (SHARED)

Another island hopping that you can add on your trip is the Island Hopping C. This tour will show you the Hidden Beach, Temple of Matinloc, the Star Beach and Helicopter Island. In these places, you can do some snorkelling to see the fascinating coral reefs and marine life. In the middle of the day, you will have a lunch of grilled fish in one of the islands. You will return to the hotel in the late afternoon.

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    Accommodation

    The Funny Lion4 star

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    Activities

    Island Hopping Tour C - Shared

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    El Nido

Day 9

FLIGHT TO MANILA + INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT (DEPARTURE)

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FLIGHT TO MANILA + INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT (DEPARTURE)

Today your Visayas and Palawan tour comes to an end! After a leisurely breakfast at the hotel, your driver will take you to the airport where you'll fly to Manila or another international airport where you'll continue your onward journey. Your guide and driver will assist you with anything you need before your flight before wishing you a safe and pleasant journey.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from The Funny Lion - El Nido to El Nido Airport

    Plane from El Nido Airport to Manila Domestic Passenger Terminal

    Private Driver from NAIA Terminal 4 to Ninoy Aquino International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    El Nido

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What’s included?

  • 8 nights accommodation
  • 5 activities
  • 8 breakfasts and 5 lunches
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

What’s not included?

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