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 the luxury hotel in Manila.
Day 2: Manila City Tour
Today, you will spend a full day exploring the city of Manila.
In the morning, you will first visit
Rizal Park, also known as "Luneta". Dedicated to the Philippines' national hero Dr. Jose Rizal, Rizal Park has gardens, historical monuments, a 3D map of the Philippines, picnic grounds, a grand stadium, and an open-air concert hall.
Next, you will head to visit
Manila Cathedral. It is the main building of the Catholic archdiocese of Manila, founded in 1581, the church's appearance is very solemn style, the front wall is carved with six white religious figures and all kinds of exquisite decorations, and the top is carved with two lovely little angels and solemn cross, sending out a strong religious atmosphere and classical charm.
Then, you will explore
San Agustin Church which was listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1993. It is one of the country’s oldest churches. You are able to get a closer look at the old walls, church ruins, and other remains from the Spanish colonial era.
After visiting San Agustin Church, you will visit the
Chinese Museum. The museum is the world's first Chinese history museum founded by a private group, recreating nearly thousands of years of Chinese Filipinos.
Later, you will visit
Fort Santiago, one of Manila's most important historical sites. It was built by the Spanish in the late 1500s and surrounded by a wooden fence. In the 16th century, the Spanish governor transformed the city village into a stone city.
Your final leg is to explore
Casa Manila Museum. This museum is a replica of a Spanish colonial mansion in 19th-century Manila. It recreates the rich merchant’s way during the Spanish colonization, showcasing period furniture coming from Chinese, European, and Philippine origins. It also shows the Philippines, Austria, Malacca, France, Britain, the Qing Dynasty, and other colonial antiques, including furnishings and furniture.
After the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel.
Stay overnight in the luxury hotel in Manila.
Manila San Agustin Church
Day 3: Manila to Boracay
Today, you will take the
flight to Boracay. Upon arrival, your guide and driver will meet you at Caticlan Boracay Airport and take you to your hotel.
You will first take a tricycle to the Caticlan Jetty Port, and then take a boat to Boracay Island.
The rest of the day is for you to take a good rest in the resort, have your free time to relax on the beach, watch the sunset, or join in a nightlife party here.
Stay overnight in the luxury resort in Boracay.
Relax on the Boracay beach
Day 4: Boracay to Carabao Island
Today you will take a side trip to
Carabao Island, which is just 40 minutes away from Boracay. Carabao Island offers an original environment, ubiquitous soft sand, coral reefs, steep cliffs, undulating waves, etc., all of which can make you relax instantly.
Upon arrival, you will first
go snorkeling, and see flocks of colorful sea fishing swimming back and forth among the corals. Then go to experience the exciting
cliff diving. Stimulate yourself and take a deep leap to embrace the sea amid the screams.
Next, you will also
go fishing. Carabao Island allows tourists to fish in these waters, and fishing in the ocean is not like fishing in a pond. So bring your fishing rod and just enjoy!
The rest of the day is for you to freely explore the island and enjoy yourself.
After the tour, you will be transferred back to Boracay.
Stay overnight in the luxury resort in Boracay.
Experience the cliff diving in Carabao Island
Day 5: Boracay Island Hopping Tour
Today, you will take a boat to cruise around the beautiful islands of Boracay. You will get the chance to explore some amazing islands and hidden beaches, and snorkel in the blue quartz waters.
You will first go to the diving site of
Coral Garden and enjoy snorkelling there. With average shallow depth, calm and clear waters, Coral Garden is an ideal place for beginners in scuba diving and a perfect dive site for underwater photographers.
Then head to
Puka Beach, which is a serene destination in Boracay and is famous for its white-sand shore that contains bits of coral. You can have your free time to enjoy sun bathing on the beach.
In the afternoon, continue to
enjoy snorkelling at Starfish Garden, another diving site of Boracay.
After the tour, return to your hotel.
Stay overnight in the luxury resort in Boracay.
Insider Tips: The snorkelling spots are arranged by the capital of the day and may vary based on the season.
Enjoy sun bathing on the Puka Beach
Day 6-7: Boracay Free Activities
Today you are
free to arrange your own activities in Boracay. You can choose to leisurely rest on the beach to get a tan, or grab yourself a drink, or lounge about, or join in a variety of water sports activities , or even just enjoy the stunning scenery etc.
Stay overnight in the luxury resort in Boracay.
Ieisurely rest on the Boracay beach
Day 8: Whale Sharks Watching Experience
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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