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13days
Best of the Philippines: Icons & Islands
Manila, Bohol, El Nido, Cebu
Tour Manila's landmarks, and cruise Taal Lake to its island volcano and heritage town.
Cross Loboc's paddies, spot a tarsier's wide eyes, then trace the Chocolate Hills' horizon.
Hike El Nido's private islands, past stunning jungle scenery.
Snorkel Cebu's Pescador Island, past turtles and sea fans, into the sardine run's swirl.
Your Destination Expert shares insider tips and curated dining recommendations throughout.
* Please note: USD per person, double occupancy. Custom designed personal tour. Prices subject to change.
A travel experience like no other
This sample itinerary was created by experts and is meant to inspire your next trip. It is ready to be customized to suit your interests, tastes and budget so you can connect with local cultures and experience authentic travel on your own terms and departing whenever you choose.
ManilaGet In and Get Some Rest
- Surprise & Delight
- Philippines Welcome Package
- Airport Meet & Greet
- Private Transfer Manila Airport to Hotel with Meet & Greet | 15-30 min
- Manila Dining Suggestions
ManilaGet a Lay of the Land
- Private Historic Manila Tour of Intramuros & Chinatown with Lunch | 8 hrs
- Afternoon at Leisure
ManilaExplore a City of Contrasts
- Private Taal Lake & Heritage Town Tour with Lunch | 9 hrs
Manila to BoholA Change of Scenery
- Private Transfer to Manila Airport | 15-30 min
- Manila - Bohol [1 hr 30 mins] - Economy
- Private Transfer Bohol Island Airport with Meet & Greet | 20-40 Mins
BoholCross an Item off the Bucket List
- Private Chocolate Hills & Tarsier Tour in Bohol with Lunch | 9 hrs
BoholFun in the Sun
- Amorita at Leisure
Bohol to El NidoOnward and Upward
- Private Transfer Bohol Island Airport | 20-40 Mins
- Bohol to El Nido by Direct Flight | 1 hr 45 mins
- Lagen Resort
- Dining at Lagen Resort
El NidoIsland Time
- Lagen Optional Activities: Guided Nature Walk (1 hour)
- Lagen Optional Activities: Watersports
El NidoA Well-Earned Break
- Lagen Resort at Leisure
El Nido to CebuAll Aboard!
- Lagen Resort
- El Nido to Cebu by Direct Flight | 1 hr 45 mins
- Private Transfer Mactan Cebu Airport with Meet & Greet | 1 hr
- Afternoon at Leisure
CebuUnderwater Wonderland
- Private Pescador Island Snorkel & Sardine Run with Lunch | 8 hrs
CebuExplore a City of Contrasts
- Private Cebu Carbon Market Street Food Walk with Tastings | 4-5 hrs
CebuSafe Travels!
- Private Transfer Mactan Cebu Airport | 1 hr
MANILA

Get In and Get Some Rest
A welcome package with your itinerary and any relevant documents or tickets required for your trip will be provided to you on your arrival in destination.
For your added comfort, your guide will be waiting for you outside the customs area with a sign with your name on it. Your guide will assist you to co-ordinate meeting up with your private driver and accompany you to your accommodation.
Your private driver and guide meet you at Ninoy Aquino Airport and transfers you to your hotel.
Dining in Manila offers an exciting blend of traditional Filipino flavors, global influences, and vibrant culinary creativity. For an elevated introduction to local cuisine, Gallery by Chele and Toyo Eatery showcase modern Filipino tasting menus rooted in heritage and seasonal ingredients. Blackbird at the Nielson Tower is a favorite for refined international fare in a beautifully restored art deco setting, ideal for a polished evening out. For something more casual, Manam delivers elevated comfort food with classic Filipino dishes done exceptionally well. Seafood lovers will enjoy Harbor View for sunset dining along Manila Bay, while The Curator offers inventive cocktails and late-night bites. From high-end dining to relaxed local favorites, Manila’s food scene is dynamic, flavorful, and full of character.
Where you’ll be staying
Deluxe
MANILA



Get a Lay of the Land
Manila's two most historic districts sit within a short distance of each other, and a day spent across both changes how you read the city. Your guide begins in Intramuros, where Fort Santiago traces the legacy of JosÉ Rizal across four sites, including San AgustÍn Church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The day then moves into Binondo, the world's oldest Chinatown, where centuries of Chinese and Filipino culture have folded into each other along the same streets. Lunch at a local restaurant follows before the day closes at the Chinese Cemetery, and a private vehicle returns you to your hotel.
This afternoon, enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.
Where you’ll be staying
Deluxe
MANILA


Explore a City of Contrasts
Head south of Manila with your private guide for a day that moves from lake to heritage town to hilltop. On Taal Lake, a boat carries you out to face the volcano in its own crater. In Taal, the Basilica of Saint Martin of Tours rises over the square, having stood through centuries of eruptions. Wander past ancestral houses and Spanish-era facades before the route climbs to Tagaytay, where the lake and volcano come back into view and the local food scene awaits. Private roundtrip transfers bring the day full circle.
Where you’ll be staying
Deluxe
MANILA TO BOHOL

A Change of Scenery
Your private driver and guide transfer you between your hotel and the airport.
Fly from Manila to Bohol (Tagbilaran). Flight time is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Your private driver and guide meet you at Bohol Island Panglao Airport and transfers you to your hotel.
Where you’ll be staying
Deluxe Room
BOHOL


Cross an Item off the Bucket List
Bohol packs a full spectrum into a single day — river culture, endemic wildlife, and one of the Philippines' most iconic landscapes. Along the Loboc River, your guide walks you through rice paddies, a hands-on nipa weaving demonstration, and a tasting of fresh coconut and coconut wine. A drive to the Tarsier Sanctuary in Corella puts you within feet of the world's smallest primates, their outsized eyes watching from the branches. After lunch, the Chocolate Hills spread to the horizon, green mounds that turn a chocolatey brown each dry season. Private round-trip transfers and your guide are with you throughout.
Where you’ll be staying
Deluxe Room
BOHOL


Fun in the Sun
Today is yours. Choose to relax by one of the two picturesque infinity pools, explore the lush grounds of the 5-hectare property, or head out on a bike to explore the island. Learn to stand-up paddleboard, take a kayak to the waves beyond Pangloa Island, or wander the white sands of Alona Beach. Escape to the idyllic cove; dotted with loungers, this is the perfect place for those seeking serene seclusion or those who simply want to enjoy the comforting sounds of the crashing waves. For relaxation like nothing else, treat yourself to a visit to the Sea Tree Spa. Soothe your mind, body, and soul with an exclusive range of experiences using locally sourced natural ingredients that are vital to an authentic Filipino healing and wellness experience. Please reach out to your Destination Expert if you’d like to pre-arrange any spa treatments. Additional charges apply.
Where you’ll be staying
Deluxe Room
BOHOL TO EL NIDO


Onward and Upward
Your private driver and guide meet you for a transfer between your hotel and the airport.
Fly from Bohol to El Nido. Flight time is approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
Enjoy a shared land and boat transfer between El Nido airport and Lagen Island. The approximate travel time is 1 hour.
Dining at Lagen Resort showcases the fresh flavours of Palawan in a beautiful waterfront setting. The resort's restaurant serves a mix of Filipino and international cuisine, featuring fresh seafood, tropical fruits, and locally inspired specialties. Guests can enjoy relaxed breakfasts, leisurely lunches, and scenic dinners overlooking the cove. For an extra-special experience, ask your destination expert about reserving private dining and picnic options, creating memorable meals surrounded by the natural beauty of Bacuit Bay.
Where you’ll be staying
Forest Suite
EL NIDO


Island Time
Interested in getting to know the local floral and fauna? Join the resort's naturalist who will guide you around the property, bringing your attention to the exotic and unique creatures of the island. Expect to see animals only found in Palawan and learn about what makes some of the local plants so special.
*Please inquire with hotel reception the day prior as availability may be limited.
Relax by the pool or take to the calm lagoon and be amazed by the marine life right on your doorstep. Enjoy a guided snorkeling tour and discover the vibrant underwater world right outside Lagen's breakwater. Bacuit Bay’s reefs boast 800 species of fish and 45 genera of corals. Look out for the sand-producing Parrotfish and if you are lucky, you may catch a glimpse of the resident solitary barracuda by the famous Lagen Rock. El Nido has more than 20 diving sites, all easily accessible from Lagen Island. The island offers a variety of dive courses and guided dives at an additional charge. You can also make use of the complimentary watersport options including kayaking, sailing, stand-up paddle boarding, windsurfing, and Hobie-cats. *Please inquire with hotel reception the day prior as availability may be limited.
Where you’ll be staying
Forest Suite
EL NIDO


A Well-Earned Break
A day at leisure at Lagen Resort offers the perfect opportunity to slow down and enjoy the resort's tranquil surroundings. Relax by the infinity pool overlooking Bacuit Bay, unwind on the private beach, or treat yourself to a rejuvenating spa treatment. Guests can also borrow complimentary kayaks or paddleboards, snorkel directly from the resort, or explore the nearby coastline at their own pace. For those looking to stay active, the resort also offers a fitness centre and nature trails, while the waterfront restaurant provides the perfect setting for a leisurely meal with stunning views.
Where you’ll be staying
Forest Suite
EL NIDO TO CEBU

All Aboard!
Enjoy a shared land and boat transfer between El Nido airport and Lagen Island. The approximate travel time is 1 hour.
A direct flight carries you from El Nido to Cebu, crossing from the reef-fringed shores of northern Palawan to the island hub of the Visayas.
Your private driver and guide meet you at Mactan Cebu Airport and transfers you to your hotel.
This afternoon, enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel.
Where you’ll be staying
Deluxe Garden View
CEBU

Underwater Wonderland
Spend a full day exploring the waters off Pescador Island with your private guide, boarding a boat from the Moalboal coast to snorkel reefs thick with sea fans, corals, and sea turtles moving through the blue. Near Panagsama Beach, the sardine run draws you in: a dense, shifting mass of fish moving as one around the reef. Lunch is served onboard before private transfers return you to your hotel.
Where you’ll be staying
Deluxe Garden View
CEBU


Explore a City of Contrasts
Wander Carbon Market, Cebu's oldest and busiest marketplace, with a local guide who takes you through stalls of vegetables, flowers, and handmade crafts, trading friendly haggles with vendors along the way. Sample half a dozen Cebuano street bites, from puto maya with sikwate to banana cue, before the walk closes with a lechon feast. Market life, street food, and stories meet at every turn, before your private driver returns you to your hotel.
Where you’ll be staying
Deluxe Garden View
CEBU
Safe Travels!
Your private driver and guide meet you for a transfer between your hotel and the airport.
MANILA







Fairmont
Fairmont Makati is known for its prestigious address in the central business district of Manila, within walking distance to the Philippine Stock Exchange, Ayala Museum, and Greenbelt - the city’s most stylish shopping area. The hotel offers 280 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites with unparalleled views of the stunning Makati skyline. Fairmont Makati offers a range of exceptional dining venues to meet the unique tastes of every guest. Fairmont’s signature Willow Stream Spa is among the city’s most luxurious retreats with 1,200 square meters of soothing surroundings. The Fitness Centre is adjacent to the spa offering Technogym fitness machines and other state-of-the-art equipment.
BOHOL





Amorita Resort
Perched atop a limestone cliff on the southern edge of Panglao Island, Amorita Resort is a tranquil seaside retreat overlooking the azure Bohol Sea and the tropical coastline of Alona Beach. The resort offers 98 spacious rooms, suites, and villas, thoughtfully designed to blend comfort with understated elegance. Dining on site presents a selection of regional Filipino specialties alongside international cuisine in relaxed, scenic settings. The bar provides a pleasant space to enjoy cocktails and wines while taking in the coastal views. Days can be spent unwinding by either of the two infinity swimming pools or exploring the nearby beach below. A soothing spa offers treatments designed to relax and restore. Amorita Resort brings together natural beauty, warm hospitality, and comfort for a peaceful island stay.
EL NIDO





Lagen Resort
Nestled between a lush four-hectare forest and a calm, shallow lagoon, Lagen Island is an ideal destination for those seeking a relaxing holiday on a private and tranquil island. The resort offers a magnificent view of Bacuit Bay and the El Nido sunset. The surrounding forest and the breathtaking limestone cliffs are natural attractions that also serve as a sanctuary for a variety of birds and mammals. Lagen Island offers 50 modern accommodations that exude an air of subdued elegance. It has an air-conditioned restaurant and a poolside bar. Recreational facilities include a swimming pool, spa suite, massage cabana, and a marine sports center. There is a boutique, game area, library, and a garden chapel.
CEBU






Crimson Resort and Spa
A sprawling sanctuary bound by shimmering emerald waters and ivory sand, and shaded by tall, rustling palms, Crimson Resort and Spa stretches across six hectares on Cebu's stunning Mactan Island. Just a 20-minute drive from the international airport, the resort boasts 40 expansive villas outfitted with private plunge pools & luxurious comforts, as well as 250 guestrooms that combine modern conveniences with neo-Asian dÉcor and contemporary native accents. The resort offers an infinity pool, prime beachfront location, four restaurants and bars, and a wide range of water activities, plus opportunities for leisurely inactivity including indulgent treatments at Aum Spa. This luxury beach resort assures authentic, memorable experiences in a delightfully unique setting.
Made to Order
- Choose from a range of places to stay, from impeccable five-star hotels to equally outstanding boutique ones.
- Tailor your trip to include a wide variety of activities, from the must-see's to the lesser-known, local experiences, and even the exclusive ones you may not know about.
- With no fixed dates or set schedules, you can explore on your terms.
- Whether you're celebrating one of life's big moments or looking to fulfill a personal journey, we always work with you to ensure we're creating a trip-of-a-lifetime.
What's included
- A fully customized itinerary based on your interests and schedule
- 24/7 in-destination support from our local office
- Regional flights between stops in your itinerary (unless otherwise indicated)
- All accommodation stays, tours and transfers for scheduled activities are covered, unless otherwise listed in the itinerary
- A private driver for tours and transfers (in some countries our local private guides also act as your driver - your Destination Expert will discuss with you if applicable)
- Local private guides or shared tours that take you through your itinerary highlights and experiences, your final itinerary will confirm the type of tour
- A greeting at the airport or at your accommodation from one of our representatives – your expert will confirm your meet and greet location with you
- Breakfast each morning at your hotel, plus any meals indicated in the itinerary
- One suitcase and one carry-on per person for trip transfers
What's not included
- Your international airfare – please do let your expert know if you'd like to receive pricing from our Air Team
- Travel insurance, which we offer and can be purchased after you've booked your tour
- Visas (unless noted)
- Tips for services and experiences
- Lunches, dinners and drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), unless specified in the itinerary
- Excess baggage charges, and where applicable, baggage not included in your fare
- Personal charges such as laundry, phone calls, SIM cards or room service
- Early check-in or late check-out from hotels (unless otherwise specified)
- Additional sightseeing, activities and experiences outside of your itinerary
- Optional enhancements like room or flight upgrades, or local camera or video fees
- Passport fees, immunization costs, and local departure taxes (when applicable)
Protect your travel
- We recommend travel protection. Between missed connections, lost or delayed luggage, or medical emergencies, you want some peace of mind that your travel investment is well protected.
- No matter who you buy from, please consider purchasing a travel protection plan before you travel. Still unsure? Consider these frequently asked questions.









