Philippines - Southern Circle

Manila – Puerto Princesa – Cebu – Boracay - Manila

Enjoy the rich cultural and historical contrast of the Old and New Manila, explore the raw and rugged beauty of Palawan, hop on an underground river cruise and trek the monkey trail while enjoying the rainforest.  Pay a visit of the historical landmarks Baclayon Church and blood compact, and the forest of  mahogany trees.  Proceed to view  the  fabulous  Chocolate  Hills  and end your tour on the White  Beach  of  Borocay

Itinerary

Day 01: Manila

Arrive Manila and transfer to Hotel

Day 02: Manila (B)

Have of glance of the rich cultural and historical  contrast of the Old and New Manila.  Visit Rizal Park, the walled city of Intramuros  and tour Fort Santiago. Proceed to San Agustin Church, Makati  the  financial and commercial district. Drive through the reclaimed  area  where  the Cultural Center  of the Philippines and convention centers stand majestically.

Day 03: Manila – Puerto Princesa (B)

Take a short flight to Puerto Princesa and transfer to your hotel. Afternoon tour shows you the raw and rugged beauty of Palawan.  The tour includes visit to the crocodile farm (except Sunday), the city market, the museum, the cathedral and butterfly farm.

Day 04: Puerto Princesa (B/L)

Experience an underground river tour, trek the monkey trail  through the rainforest and watch out for playful monkeys.  Board a paddle boat to witness the temple or ballroom like natural formation of glittering stalactites and stones rising from the water. Return to the park for lunch before heading back to your hotel.

Day 05: Island Hopping Tour (B/L)

Proceed to Honda Bay and board a motorized banca. Enjoy the sun and sand at the islands, snorkel or simply swim to your delight. Take packed lunch at one of the islands.

Day 06: Puerto Princesa – Cebu (B)

Transfer to airport for flight to Cebu.  Arrive and transfer to the resort.

Day 07: Cebu  - Bohol – Cebu (B/L)

Take a ferry to Bohol and on arrival, the tour starts visiting historical landmarks such as the Baclayon Church and blood compact, then go through man-made forest of mahogany trees and passing through backyard industries,  to view the fabulous Chocolate Hills. Boat cruise on Loay/Loboc River with a short stop  to have an eye to eye encounter with Tarsier. Ferry back to Cebu. 

Day 08: Cebu – Boracay (B)

Transfer to Cebu airport for flight to Boracay. Arrive, transfer to beach resort. Rest of the day at leisure

Day 09, 10 &11 : Boracay (B)

Enjoy the beach facilities of the resort.

Day 12: Boracay - Manila (B)

Please note: Prices quoted are valid from 01 October 2019 - 30 September 2020.. Cost above is indicative, based on Low Season in NZ Dollars and subject to change due to fluctuation in exchange rates

The tour can be priced on 3 star or 5 star accommodation to suit your requirements.

Independent program can be modified or operated in reverse.

Excluded: International flights, Visa, insurance, airport taxes, meals not included above, beverages during meals included in program, gratuities and any expense of personal nature.

Travel Dates:
Specific travel dates apply

*per person share twin