Private 12 Days Philippines Islands Hopping Tour with Cebu

Day 1 · Iloilo Airport or Port Pick-up

1. 1

   Iloilo City

   one hour

   Today we will pick you up at the airport or port in Iloilo and transfer you to your hotel.

Seda Atria, Iloilo (4 stars) or similar

Day 2 · Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions

1. 1

   Miagao Church

   30 min Admission included

   Today we will start with a visit to Miag-ao Church, which is famous for the delicate sculptures.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   30 min Admission included

   Then visit Mexican style Tigbauan Church.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   30 min

   Next, you can see the 16 female icons at Molo Church.

4. 4

   Jaro Cathedral

   30 min

   Then, pay homage to the statue of Our Lady of Candles at Jaro Church.

5. 5

   Camina Balay nga Bato

   40 min Admission included

   We’ll also explore the residences of Iloilo’s elite during the Spanish colonial era (16th - 19th centuries AD). First, we will visit Camina Balay Nga Bato with fine antique furniture.

6. 6

   Casa Mariquit

   30 min Admission included

   Besides, we will pay a vsisit to Casa Mariquit。

7. 7

   The Molo Mansion

   20 min

   Keep going, and you can see Molo Mansion.

8. 8

   Lizares Mansion

   30 min Admission included

   Then, head to Lizares Mansion, featuring white European-style facades.

9. 9

   Original Biscocho Haus

   20 min

   Next, let’s make a brief stop at Biscocho House, filled with local butterscotch and cookies.

10. 10

    Stop 10

    1 h 30 min

    After that, you will enjoy free time at the tranquil Garin Farm. Finally, your guide and driver will escort you back to your hotel.

Seda Atria, Iloilo (4 stars) or similar

Day 3 · Fly to Cebu: Cebu & Lapu-Lapu Sightseeing

1. 1

   Cebu City

   one hour

   Take a flight to Cebu. Upon arrival, transfer you into your hotel in Cebu.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   30 min

   After a short break, let’s begin our exploration of Cebu City at the Heritage of Cebu Monument.

3. 3

   Magellan's Cross

   40 min

   Then, learn how Ferdinand Magellan (1480-1521 AD) found Cebu and introduced Catholicism to the city at Magellan’s Cross.

4. 4

   Basilica Minore del Sto. Nino de Cebu

   30 min

   Next, follow your guide to visit Basilica Minore Del Sto. Nino, the faith center in Cebu.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   40 min Admission included

   After visiting the century-old Yap-San Diego Ancestral House or the Casa Gorordo Museum, we’ll proceed to the neighboring Lapu-Lapu City via the longest bridge in the Philippines.

6. 6

   Magellan Shrine

   40 min

   Visit the Mactan Shrine and the Lapu-Lapu Monument, and learn from your guide how Magellan failed to achieve his ambition of subjugation.

7. 7

   Alegre Guitar Factory

   40 min

   Finally, let’s visit the Alegre Guitars Factory, renowned for its handcrafted guitars and ukuleles. Your guide and driver will then escort you back to your hotel.

Seda Ayala Center Cebu (4 stars) or similar

Day 4 · Cebu: Kawasan Falls Adventure

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   Stop 1

   5 hours Admission included

   Get up early in the morning. You will be transferred to Kawasan Falls and enjoy a canyoneering tour. Upon arrival, your guide will provide you the safety briefing and the safety gear. In this tour, we will climb stalagmite boulders, swim in the pool, rappel down river canyons and jump into the water from the fall. We could also provide easier root if you need. After reaching the top of the falls, swim and relax at Kabukalan Spring. Drive you back to your hotel.

Seda Ayala Center Cebu (4 stars) or similar

Day 5 · Cebu to Moalboal Round Trip: Pescador Island, Sardine Run, Turtle Bay

1. 1

   Moalboal

   8 hours

   You will be picked up from hotel and transfer to Kawasan Canyoneering Headquarters. From here, we will take a boat to Pescador Island. You will see the ruin of lighthouse and various marine animals. Then head to the sardine run area and go snorkelling. If lucky enough, you could also see thresher sharks. Finally we will pay a visit to Turtle Bay. Dive with sea turtles. After the tour, you could enjoy some free time to explore the beaches and enjoy sunshine on your own, or transfer to your hotel directly.

Seda Ayala Center Cebu (4 stars) or similar

Day 6 · Cebu Road Trip to Master’s Dragon Peak

1. 1

   Stop 1

   3 hours Admission included

   In the morning, your guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel, and we’ll drive to northern Cebu along the Aisle of Medellin. After about 2.5 to 3 hours, we’ll arrive at Master’s Dragon Peak. Standing at the foot of Master’s Dragon Peak, you’ll soon notice the giant pirate ship atop the hill, resembling Noah’s Ark docked at Mount Ararat. Passing through two dragon-fruit-shaped pavilions, you can climb the wooden boat and take in panoramic views of the verdant peaks and the distant sea in a tranquil and relaxing atmosphere. After enjoying a leisure time, your guide and driver will escort you back to your hotel.

Seda Ayala Center Cebu (4 stars) or similar

Day 7 · Fly to Coron, Half-day Coron town tour

1. 1

   Coron

   1 h 30 min

   After breakfast the driver will send you to the Cebu Airport for flight to Coron. The guide and the driver there will accompany you to the hotel.

2. 2

   Mt Tapyas

   1 h 30 min Admission included

   In the afternoon, follow your guide to explore Coron. First, let’s hike up 700 steps of Mt. Tapyas, where you can take photos in front of the giant white cross at the summit.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   40 min

   Next, we’ll stroll through the town center, including the Town Plaza and the serene St. Augustine Church, Coron’s only Catholic church.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   30 min

   At the Cashew & Souvenir Shop, you can discover local cashew products and featured souvenirs.

5. 5

   Lualhati Park

   30 min

   Then, watch a romantic sunset at Lualhati Park.

6. 6

   Maquinit Hot Spring

   one hour Admission included

   We’ll conclude today’s itinerary with a soak at Maquinit Hot Spring to soothe your fatigue. Ultimately, your guide and driver will escort you back to your hotel.

Two Seasons Coron Bayside Hotel (4 stars) or similar

Day 8 · Coron Island-hopping: Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, CYC Beach, Skeleton Wreck, Coral Garden

1. 1

   Stop 1

   one hour

   Today, we’ll first visit Kayangan Lake, the most photogenic spot in the Philippines and a top Lonely Planet-rated travel destination.

2. 2

   Twin Lagoon

   2 hours Admission included

   Then, let’s continue to the Twin Lagoon, two hidden lagoons separated by a cliff, unique for the magical mix of fresh and saltwater. Your guide will lead you to the popular rock jutting out of the water, one of the best photo spots.

3. 3

   CYC Beach

   1 h 30 min Admission included

   Next, we’ll head to CYC Beach for relaxation, then to the Skeleton Wreck for a mysterious underwater world with various marine life and shipwrecks from World War II (1939-1945 AD)

4. 4

   Stop 4

   1 h 30 min Admission included

   Then, to the Malwawey Coral Garden for a dance with the fish and corals. Finally, your guide and driver will escort you back to your hotel.

Two Seasons Coron Bayside Hotel (4 stars) or similar

Day 9 · Fly from Coron to El Nido

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   El Nido

   one hour

   Today, let’s set off for our next destination, El Nido, where most of the small islands, caves, and lagoons remain secluded, tranquil, and primitive. You will enjoy a private transfer to Coron Airport and a 1-hour flight to El Nido. Your local driver will meet you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax, taking a dip in the pool, strolling on the beach, or sitting by the sea, sipping a cocktail in a daze. Prepare to enjoy the classic El Nido Tours A and C over the next two days!

Seda Lio, El Nido (5 stars) or similar

Day 10 · El Nido Tour A: Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Big Lagoon, Seven Commandos Beach

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   Stop 1

   1 h 30 min

   Today, your guide and driver will meet you at your hotel for the exciting El Nido Tour A! Our first stop is Secret Lagoon. As its name suggests, it is hidden by towering limestone cliffs and can only be accessed through a narrow passage.

2. 2

   Stop 2

   1 h 30 min

   Then we’ll continue to Shimizu Island, snorkeling in the azure waters and enjoying the beauty and a seafood barbecue on the long stretch of golden sand.

3. 3

   Big Lagoon

   1 h 30 min Admission included

   After lunch, we’ll head to Big Lagoon, El Nido’s most breathtaking natural wonder.

4. 4

   Seven Commando Beach

   1 h 30 min Admission included

   Finally, let’s relax under the palm and coconut trees at Seven Commandos Beach, search for seashells, and enjoy the tropical ambiance. Then, your guide and driver will accompany you back to your hotel.

Seda Lio, El Nido (5 stars) or similar

Day 11 · El Nido Tour C: Hidden Beach, Matinloc Island, Secret Beach, Helicopter Island

1. 1

   Hidden Beach

   1 h 30 min Admission included

   After breakfast, your guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel and accompany you to begin our El Nido Tour C, which starts at Hidden Beach, tucked behind limestone cliffs.

2. 2

   Matinloc Island

   1 h 30 min

   After a pleasant time, let’s take a short hike on Matinloc Island, which is charming not only for its views but also for the ruins of the Greek-style shrine.

3. 3

   Secret Beach

   1 h 30 min Admission included

   Next, with your guide’s help, you’ll swim through a cave to reach the Secret Beach, whose stunning scenery will show you why El Nido is hailed as the “Last Frontier” of the Philippines.

4. 4

   Stop 4

   1 h 30 min

   Our last stop today is Helicopter Island, though you might think it looks more like a dolphin or even a fried chicken leg. Afterward, your guide and driver will escort you back to your hotel.

Seda Lio, El Nido (5 stars) or similar

Day 12 · Departure from El Nido

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   Stop 1

   one hour

   Today is the last day of this Philippines private tour and we will say goodbye to the Philippines. The driver will transfer you from the hotel to Busuanga Airport for your flight. Enjoy your journey!