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The Best Philippines Beach Tour to Explore Top Islands and Beaches

During this 11-day tour, you will travel across the most stunning islands and fabulous beaches of the Philippines, to enjoy an memorable beach holiday.

Starting from Manila, you will enjoy an exciting island hopping tour in Coron, discovering Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, Banol Beach, Malcapuya Island etc. Then travel to El Nido to admire its incredible lagoons, white sand beaches and towering limestone cliffs. While in Bohol, you will visit its countryside scenic spots including Chocolate Hills and Loboc River, and freely swim or snorkel in the clear turquoise water of Balicasag Island.
Travel Route: Manila - Coron - El Nido - Bohol - Balicasag Island
Day: 11
Best for: First-timers
Tour Type: Escorted private tour with personal tour guide and vehicle
Why Travel with Us
We Live in this Country:
The specialist who designs this trip have lived in this country for several years, in some cases, born here. Our first-hand knowledge will help you have an authentic experience, making the most of your vaction.
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We guarantee 100% deposite refund during the pandemic, and provide 24/7 emergency service during the trip.

Highlights

Explore Coron’s top nature spots

Enjoy the amazing scenery of Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, Banol Beach and CYC Beach etc; excursion to Malcapuya Island for its pristine white sand beach, visit unspoiled Coco Beach and stroll along the Ditaytayan Sandbar.

Admire the incredible islands and beaches of El Nido

Take an island hopping journey to visit Shimizu Island, 7 Commandos Beach, Big Lagoon, Hidden Lagoon etc; enjoy the emerald waters, swim and snorkel to find incredible reefs and unique marine fishes.

Explore Bohol’s top tourist spots including Chocolate Hills

Spend one day exploring the countryside of Bohol, visiting the Chocolate Hills, Tarsier Sanctuary, Bilar Man-made Forest etc., cruise along Loboc River.

Discover Bohol's most beautiful islands

Spot some dolphins near Balicasag Island with a fun dolphin-watching session. Besides, you can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, and sightseeing of this stunning island.

Banol Beach
Tarsier
Dolphin-Watching near Balicasag Island

Tour Itinerary

 
Day 1: Manila Arrival
Welcome to Manila!
Upon arrival, your guide will meet you at Ninoy Aquino International Airport and escort you to your hotel to check in. The rest of the day you are able to go to Manila Bay for a walk and enjoy the beautiful bay scenery.
Stay overnight in Manila.
Day 2: Manila to Coron
Today, you will take a flight from Manila to Coron. Upon arrival, your guide will meet you at Busuanga Airport and take you to your hotel in Coron.
After a short rest, you will head to visit Coron Town. First, you will enjoy a short hike to the high point of Mt. Tapyas to enjoy the beauty of the town and its surroundings. Next, you will go to visit Lualhati Park and the center of Coron Town. Finally, you will explore the St. Augustine Church.
After the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Stay overnight in Coron.
Coron Town
Day 3: Coron Island Hopping Tour
After breakfast, you will visit the famous Kayangan Lake. Kayangan Lake is a crystal-clear freshwater lake in Coron, featuring underwater rock formations, caves, and islets.
Next, you will go to the Twin Lagoon, which is divided into two parts by the Limestone Mountains. The water here is blue-green and very clear.
After that, you will head to Siete Pecados and Skeleton Wreck for snorkeling.
Your final leg of today's tour is to go to Banol Beach and CYC Beach where you are able to walk on the beach and enjoy sunbathing here.
Stay overnight in Coron.
Kayangan Lake in Coron
Day 4: Malcapuya Island and Beach Tour
Today, you will continue to take an island hopping tour to explore more amazing islands and beaches of Coron.
After breakfast, you will be transferred to the port for a boat ride to Malcapuya Island, which is 1.5 hours southwest of Coron town. Malcapuya Island has a pristine white sand beach that stretches 1.5 kilometers. Here you can swim or snorkel in the clear blue water, laze around under the palm trees, or just lounge on the soft white sand.
Then you will head to visit the Coco Beach. This beach is located at the nearby Bulalacao Island and will let you fully enjoy nature, since it is not commercialized. You can also snorkel, swim, or relax in a hammock here.
The last stop is the Ditaytayan Sandbar, which is located in Coron Bay and connected to the Ditaytayan island. It is an tranquil place where you can stroll along the beach, take a dip in the shallow waters.
After the tour, you will be transferred back to Coron.
Stay overnight in Coron.
Coron Malcapuya Island
Day 5: Coron to El Nido
In the morning, you will take a ferry to El Nido from Coron. The travel time takes about 4.5 hours. Surrounded by islands and cliffs, El Nido is famous for having one of the most breathtaking and jaw-dropping geological formations in the world.
Upon arrival, you will transfer to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free for you to have a rest or explore the beach.
Stay overnight in Coron.
The spectacular views in El Nido
Day 6: El Nido Island Hopping
Today you will have a wonderful island hopping tour to explore the most popular spots in El Nido, including the Shimizu Island, 7 Commandos Beach, Big Lagoon, Hidden Lagoon, Payong-payong Beach etc.
You will travel between the islands, enjoy the emerald waters, swim and snorkel to find incredible reefs and try to spot some unique wildlife.
Stay overnight in El Nido.
Travel between the El Nido islands
Day 7: El Nido Free Activities
During the two days, you are free to arrange your own activities in El Nido. You can rent a motorbike or take a boat to explore the lagoons, hidden beaches, and small remote islands.
Also, you can climb up to the top of one of the cliffs surrounding El Nido bay and get the most spectacular views in the area; head out to enjoy a relaxing full body massage; or explore the surrounding areas.
Stay overnight in El Nido.
Climb up to the top of El Nido bay
Day 8: El Nido to Bohol
Today, you will be transferred to the airport for the flight to Bohol, one of the most visited destinations in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines.
Upon arrival, our guide will meet you at the airport and escort you to the hotel. The rest of the day you are able to freely arrange your time to explore the island.
Stay overnight in Bohol.
Day 9: Bohol Countryside Tour
In the morning, you will first visit the Blood Compact Shrine, which is a monument made to honor the first international treaty between the Philippines and Spain. It symbolizes the historical traces of the Philippines' changing international status.
Then go to visit the Baclayon Church, one of the oldest stone churches in the Philippines. It was the first church built by the Spanish in the Philippines.
Next, you will take a wildlife trip to the Tarsier Sanctuary, where you can see tarsier in its natural habitat. Tarsier is the smallest primate and a kind of endangered species in the world. Please make sure not to use flash photography or make too much noise to avoid startling the cute animals.
Later move to Loboc River, where a delicious lunch is waiting for you in one of its floating restaurants. Relax and enjoy the sights as you cruise along the river while the locals present a folk performance for your entertainment.
In the afternoon, you will head to Bilar Man-made Forest, which comprises thousands of mahogany trees stretching more than 2 kilometers between the towns of Bilar and Loboc.
After that, continue to the Bohol Butterfly Conservation Center to get close contact with hundreds of butterfly species.
Finally, you will visit the Chocolate Hills, which is one of the most popular tourist spots not only in Bohol but in the whole the Philippines. Thousands of green and brow-open hillocks dot the landscape as far as the eyes can see, truly a natural wonder that can only be seen in Bohol.
Stay overnight in Bohol.
Tarsier is the smallest primate in the world.
Day 10: Dolphins Watching & Balicasag Island Tour
In the morning, you will go to Dolphin Playground to watch dolphins, keeping an eye out for wild dolphins jumping up and down through the water. Please take note that seeing dolphins is not guaranteed. If you’re lucky, you might see these creatures jumping up close.
Then, you will go to Balicasag Island which is an incredible marine sanctuary for snorkelers and sea lovers. Here, you are able to freely soak up the crystal clear turquoise waters around the island where you can enjoy swimming, snorkeling, and diving. You will see different species of fish, various beautiful corals in shallow and deep waters, and even sea turtles. If you’re lucky enough, you might see the funny dolphins that usually follow the boats and play in the wild!
In the late afternoon, return to your hotel to rest or arrange your own activities.
Stay overnight in Bohol.
Dolphin watching in Pamilacan Island
Day 11: Bohol Departure
Say goodbye to the Philippines.
You are free to arrange your time until the guide transfer you to the airport.
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Service Included

Private English-speaking tour guide
All entrance ticket fees for sightseeing listed in the itinerary
Private van for land transportation
Meals as specified in the itinerary
Hotel accommodation
Governmental taxes

Service Excluded

International air tickets
Visa Handling fee, visa stamp fee
Meals as not listed in the itinerary
Tips and gratitude to the guide and driver
Surcharge for public holidays (if any)
Personal expenses, like laundry, phone call, snacks, soft drinks, etc.

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