Manila, Coron, Boracay, Cebu and Bohol Tour

Arrive in Manila, where your private driver meets you at the airport at 3:45 PM. Travel through the capital's cityscape to your hotel. After check-in, you have the remainder of the evening at leisure to settle in, rest from your flight, or independently explore nearby dining spots such as Ilustrado Restaurant in the old quarter. Overnight in Manila.

Begin your city exploration at San Diego Fort inside the historic walled district of Intramuros. Continue to nearby Rizal Park, the memorial ground commemorating national hero Jose Rizal. Next, drive through the modern high-rises and commercial avenues of Makati and Bonifacio Global City. Continue to Manila Ocean Park to walk through the marine tunnel aquarium, and finish the day with hands-on science exhibits at The Mind Museum. Overnight in Manila.

Leave the city behind on a scenic drive through the countryside towards Pagsanjan. Here, board a local canoe guided by skilled boatmen who steer you upstream through a steep, lush river gorge. Reach Pagsanjan Falls, where you can take a raft directly beneath the falling water. The return leg involves shooting the rapids as your boat navigates back through the rushing river waters. Return to Manila for the evening.

Transfer to Manila airport for your domestic flight to Busuanga Airport in Coron. On arrival, transfer to your hotel. Later, visit Coron Town and wander through the local public market to observe local trade and handicrafts. Head next to Maquinit Hot Spring, an open-air saltwater thermal spring warmed by volcanic heat. Later in the afternoon, climb the steps of Mt. Tapyas for panoramic viewpoints over the bay and town at sunset.

Join a group island-hopping boat tour from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM exploring Coron's notable coastal sights. Visit Kayangan Lake, a clear brackish lake enclosed by dramatic cliffs, accessed via an elevated viewpoint. Continue to Barracuda Lake, famous for its distinct thermal layers and submerged underwater rock pinnacles. You will also snorkel above the Skeleton Wreck, a sunken World War II Japanese ship now encrusted with marine life. Return to Coron Town for the night.

Embark on the second group island tour focusing on outer islands and beaches. Cruise to Malcapuya Island, known for its wide stretch of soft white sand and clear swimming waters. Continue to Banana Island for swimming, relaxation, and beachcombing along its curved bay. You will also stop at Bulog Dos Island, a small islet featuring a scenic sandbar exposed during low tide with surrounding coral beds. Return to your hotel in Coron for the evening.

Board your flight connection to Caticlan Airport. From there, take a combined boat and land transfer to your hotel on Boracay Island. Once checked in, step out to explore the island's central coastline along Station 2 on White Beach. Spend the afternoon wandering past beachfront shops and cafes, and watch the sunset over the sea before having dinner by the shoreline. Overnight in Boracay.

Spend your morning taking part in water activities along the coast, with options including parasailing, helmet diving on the seabed, or jet skiing. In the afternoon, travel to the northern tip of the island to relax at Puka Shell Beach, noted for its crushed shell sands and tranquil setting. Browse local craft stalls before returning to White Beach, where bars host live music and fire dancers into the night. Overnight in Boracay.

Have breakfast at your hotel before boarding a flight from Boracay to Cebu. On arrival, begin a heritage tour visiting Magellan's Cross and Fort San Pedro. Explore the Taoist Temple on the hills above the city, then wander through the celosia fields at Sirao Flower Farm. Enjoy a local brunch featuring Cebu lechon before visiting the Temple of Leah with its Little Kyoto gardens, taking in views at Tops Lookout, and viewing the Cuartel ruins and Basilica Minore del Santo Niño.

Take a day tour across southern Cebu. Walk along a 15 to 20 minute jungle trail to reach Kawasan Falls, where you can swim in natural turquoise pools. Next, travel by boat on a 20-minute crossing to Pescador Island to snorkel among vibrant coral reefs and marine life. Continue to Moalboal to witness the massive schooling sardine run close to shore and look out for sea turtles feeding nearby. Return to Cebu for the evening.

Board an early morning ferry for a two-hour crossing from Cebu to Bohol. Visit the viewpoint overlooking the iconic Chocolate Hills, spread across the countryside. Observe small primates at the Tarsier Sanctuary, and stop at Bohol Bee Farm for an organic lunch. Afterwards, board a floating restaurant for a Loboc River cruise featuring a buffet meal and live regional music. Walk through the shaded 2 km Bilar Man-Made Forest before taking the return ferry to Cebu.

Your holiday concludes today. Following your stay in the central Visayas, arrange your transfer to the airport for your onward domestic and international flights. Depart with memories of your journey through the Philippines.