Building your Philippines Cebu itinerary…
Embark on a meticulously crafted 7-night family adventure across the Philippines' most captivating islands: Manila, Cebu, and Boracay. This journey is designed to offer a perfect blend of cultural immersion, urban discovery, and unparalleled beach relaxation, ensuring cherished memories for every member of your family.
Stepping into the ancient walls of Fort Santiago, imagining centuries of history unfold.
Witnessing Magellan's Cross, a symbol of the Philippines' unique blend of cultures.
The first glimpse of Boracay's pristine white sands and turquoise waters, a truly breathtaking sight.
Snorkeling amidst vibrant marine life at Crocodile Island, a shared family adventure.
Arrive at Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL). A private transfer will take your family to your hotel in Makati. Expect substantial travel time from the airport. Settle into your accommodation, preparing for the adventures ahead in Manila.
A transfer will take you approximately 6-8 km from Makati to Intramuros Walled City. Begin your discovery of this historic area, which is open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This triangular stone Spanish fortress dates back to 1738.
Return to your hotel in Makati after your initial visit to Intramuros. Enjoy a relaxed family dinner and unwind, preparing for a deeper exploration of Manila's historical sites tomorrow. Plan for an early start.
Travel from your Makati hotel to Intramuros, approximately 6-8 km, considering city traffic. Begin your visit to Fort Santiago, a significant historical site within the Walled City. It is open from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily.
Continue exploring the grounds and museum within Fort Santiago. This citadel played a crucial role in Philippine history, offering educational insights for the family. Discover the remains of the 1738 triangular stone Spanish fortress.
After a day at Fort Santiago, return to your hotel in Makati. Enjoy a relaxing evening with your family, perhaps trying a local restaurant near your accommodation. Prepare for another historical day.
Travel from your Makati hotel to Intramuros, approximately 6-8 km, allowing for Manila's city traffic. Visit the San Agustin Church and Museum, open from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It is the oldest stone church in the Philippines.
Continue your exploration of the San Agustin Church and Museum. This museum focuses on the history and culture of regional Catholicism, including colonial-era artifacts, offering a rich historical experience for families.
After a day of historical discovery, return to your hotel in Makati. Enjoy a quiet evening with your family, reflecting on the colonial heritage explored in Intramuros. Rest well for your upcoming journey.
Start your inter-island transfer from Manila to Cebu. A private transfer will take your family to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) for your domestic flight to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB).
Upon arrival at Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB), another private transfer will convey you to your hotel. Settle into your accommodation on Mactan Island, preparing for your Cebu adventures and relaxation.
Enjoy a relaxed evening at your Mactan Island hotel. Unwind after your travel day, perhaps with a family dinner at the hotel or a nearby restaurant. Prepare for historical discoveries in Cebu City tomorrow.
A transfer will take your family from Mactan Island into Cebu City. Your first stop is Magellan's Cross, a pivotal historical landmark open from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This cross was brought by Spanish explorers in 1521.
Following Magellan's Cross, visit the Heritage of Cebu Monument. This monument artistically depicts important events and buildings from Cebu's colonial past. It is open 24 hours, offering a detailed visual history.
Return to your Mactan Island hotel after a day of historical discovery in Cebu City. Enjoy a peaceful evening with your family, reflecting on the significant sites visited. Rest for the journey to Boracay tomorrow.
The journey to Boracay begins with a private transfer to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB). Board your domestic flight to Caticlan Airport (MPH), the gateway to Boracay island for your family.
From Caticlan, a combined land and boat transfer will take your family across to Boracay island. Arrive at your resort and settle in, preparing to enjoy the island's famous white sands and clear waters.
Experience the renowned White Beach Boracay, open 24 hours. Enjoy a relaxed family walk along the shore as the sun sets. Find a pleasant spot for dinner, soaking in the island atmosphere.
Begin your Boracay island-hopping adventure. Board a local outrigger boat and cruise towards Crystal Cove Island. Enjoy time exploring the island's unique coves and natural rock formations. Family members can swim in the clear waters.
Continue your island-hopping journey to the waters around Crocodile Island. This spot is renowned for its excellent snorkelling opportunities. Discover vibrant marine life and colourful corals beneath the surface, perfect for family viewing.
After a day of island exploration and water activities, return to Boracay's main island. Enjoy a relaxed evening at your leisure. Consider a pleasant stroll along White Beach, open 24 hours, before dinner.
Enjoy a final leisurely morning on Boracay. Take this opportunity for a relaxed breakfast at your resort or a last peaceful stroll along White Beach. The beach is open 24 hours for your convenience.
Your departure transfer from Boracay will be arranged. This involves a combined boat and land journey back to Caticlan. Ensure you are ready for the transfer, allowing sufficient time for travel to the airport.
The combined boat and land journey to Caticlan continues into the afternoon and evening. This marks the conclusion of your Boracay family adventure.
Grand 57-hectare park featuring lawns, gardens, outdoor events & a monument to hero José Rizal.
Massive museum with collections of Filipino fine art, archaeology, botany, natural history & more.
Cross brought by Spanish explorers in 1521, marking the start of Christianity in the Philippines.
Aquatic theme park & educational facility featuring hands-on activities, an oceanarium & live shows.
Small island known for its resorts, nightlife & striking, white-sand beaches.
Remains of a triangular stone Spanish fortress, dating to 1738, today housing a garden & museum.
Beach of tropical archipelago island ideal for swimming & snorkeling, with diverse lodging & dining.
Brewery rated 4.9 out of 5 by 973 visitors on Google.
A local sends you for the "Back Ribs" and "Radish Kimchi Fried Rice" which are "absolutely delicious" and come in "huge serving sizes", ensuring you leave "absolutely stuffed".
Go for the "sea salt matcha", described as "creamy, smooth, and well-balanced", and "one of the best quality matcha in Cebu" that is "worth the price".
Visit for the "best paella" with a "hint of Filipino taste", the "fall off the bones backribs", and the "shrimp aglio" that reviewers "ordered another round" of.
Students and young visitors enjoy the creamy tteokbokki and the second floor's free wifi and outlets, making it a good place to study or bond with friends.
Locals recommend the oxtail kare-kare and fresh mango juice; the menu is quite affordable, especially when dining as a group of at least four.
This is a highly rated late-night café known for its quality drinks and welcoming staff, making it a good spot to relax after dinner.
Locals send you here for excellent specialty coffee and a quiet, relaxed atmosphere, with staff like Minji providing warm hospitality.
You can order custom cakes or try their Choco Moist Cake, which is super rich and soft, with chocolate filling, for only 450 pesos.
Come here for delicious Filipino dishes like the flavorful Shrimps in aligue, the best Sisig, fresh oysters, or the hearty Seafood Pancit and Dinosaur Bulalo.
Nice combination of city, history and beach for a family holiday. Weather turned rainy for one full day in Cebu which meant we stayed indoors more than planned. Boracay more than made up for it once we got there.
Boracay itself was gorgeous, but the fairly mediocre hotel breakfast left the kids grumbling most mornings.
Really nice trip overall but rain caught us for a full day in Cebu, so we were stuck indoors more than we would have liked with two restless kids. Boracay made up for it the moment the sun came out, and the Crocodile Island snorkelling was a hit.
Fort Santiago in Manila kicked off the trip nicely with some proper history for the kids before the beach days began. Boracay's white sand genuinely lived up to the hype, our children could not stop running along the shore. Snorkeling near Crocodile Island was the highlight for all of us, so much colourful marine life just below the surface.
Great value family trip, Boracay alone is worth it for kids given how shallow and calm the water is near shore.
Genuinely good value for a family, and Boracay alone with its gentle shore water is worth the trip.
December, January, February, March, April. Avoid July, August, September
From ₹83,900 per person, twin-share. Includes return flights and all stays. Ground transfers quoted with your itinerary.. This is an indicative From price built from live supplier fares and rates; your NxVoy travel expert confirms the final figure against your exact dates and party.
7 nights accommodation in selected 3-4 star hotels; Daily breakfast at hotels; International return economy class flights from Bengaluru to Lapu-Lapu City, returning from Malay; Private airport transfers in Manila, Cebu, and Boracay (land and boat components); Activities as per itinerary: Fort Santiago (Manila), San Agustin Church and Museum (Manila), Magellan's Cross (Cebu), Heritage of Cebu Monument (Cebu), Boracay Island Hopping Tour (Crystal Cove Island, Crocodile Island); Estimated budget for lunch and dinner as per itinerary; All applicable taxes and service charges for included items.
International flights (Mumbai to Manila and return from Caticlan); Visa fees (if applicable); Travel insurance; Personal expenses (e.g., shopping, optional tours, mini-bar, laundry).
8 days and 7 nights, across 3 destinations.
Cebu, Manila, Boracay. The day-by-day plan on this page shows exactly how the nights are split and how you travel between them.
CSuites at 8 Newtown Mactan Cebu (Cebu, 3 nights); Belmont Hotel Manila near NAIA Terminal 3 MNL (Manila, 2 nights); Fairways & Bluewater Boracay (Boracay, 3 nights). Exact properties are confirmed with your quote and subject to availability.
7107 Restaurant - Cebu City — A local sends you for the "Back Ribs" and "Radish Kimchi Fried Rice" which are "absolutely delicious" and come in "huge serving sizes", ensuring you leave "absolutely stuffed".; Volté Specialty Café — Go for the "sea salt matcha", described as "creamy, smooth, and well-balanced", and "one of the best quality matcha in Cebu" that is "worth the price".; Herbs and Cellar — Visit for the "best paella" with a "hint of Filipino taste", the "fall off the bones backribs", and the "shrimp aglio" that reviewers "ordered another round" of.; Maeil Cafe, 매일다방 — Students and young visitors enjoy the creamy tteokbokki and the second floor's free wifi and outlets, making it a good place to study or bond with friends.; Cafe K Manila — Locals recommend the oxtail kare-kare and fresh mango juice; the menu is quite affordable, especially when dining as a group of at least four..
Rizal Park; National Museum of Fine Arts; Magellan's Cross; Manila Ocean Park; Boracay; Intramuros Walled City.
A family of four (2 adults, 2 kids) seeking a blend of cultural exploration, urban excitement, and pristine beach relaxation in the Philippines.
Visa requirements depend on your passport and residence. Your NxVoy travel expert advises on visas and handles the paperwork as part of your tailored quote.
Yes. Every NxVoy journey is fully tailored to your dates, group and budget. Share your preferences on WhatsApp and our experts (with Shasa AI) adjust the itinerary, stays and pace to suit you.
Start from this page and a NxVoy travel expert confirms your dates, party and final price before anything is paid. Flights, stays, transfers and experiences are booked together, so the ₹83,900 From price covers a real, connected trip rather than a room rate.
Every NxVoy journey is delivered in partnership with Maanas Sarover Tours & Travels, an IATA-accredited house with two decades of on-the-ground expertise and membership across India's foremost travel and tourism bodies.
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