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The Best Philippines Family Tour to Discover Cebu and Palawan

On this 8-day tour, you will set out from Cebu and travel to the most beautiful islands of Palawan, to fulfil an unforgettable family vacation with both nature expedition and relaxing.

First travel to Oslob for the precious whale shark watching experience, before enjoy a cold swim at Kawasan Falls. Then fly to Puerto Princesa, where you will admire the marvelous Underground River. After that, you will cruise to discover the idyllic islands and beaches of El Nido, and freely explore turquoise lagoons, climb towering cliffs, or leisurely lounge on the white sands.

Travel Route: Cebu - Puerto Princesa - El Nido

Day: 8

Best for: First-timers

Tour Type: Escorted private tour with personal tour guide and vehicle

Highlights

Discover Cebu’s top natural spots in Oslob and Kawasan Falls

Take a dip in Kawasan Falls, a must-see natural attraction famous for its breathtaking view. And get to know Whale Shark by shark watching.

Explore the top tourists spots of Puerto Princesa

Visit the famed Underground River, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with incredible subterranean river system, and other must-see attractions including Crocodile Farm, Baker’s Hill, Palawan heritage Center etc.

Admire the incredible islands and beaches of El Nido

Take an island hopping journey to visit Shimizu Island, Seven Commandos Beach, Big Lagoon etc; have your free time to leisurely explore the lagoons, towering cliffs, turquoise waters etc.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Cebu Arrival

Welcome to Cebu!

UUpon arrival, our guide will meet you at Mactan Cebu International Airport and take you to your hotel.

The rest of the day is for you to take a good rest or freely explore the surroundings.

Stay overnight in Cebu.

Day 2: Whale Shark Watching; Kawasan Falls

Today, your guide will take you to Oslob for whale shark watching. The Oslob Whale Shark Encounter is truly a thrill of a lifetime. With this world’s largest gentle fish, you will realize how blessed we are with the abundance of nature.

After whale shark watching, you will be transferred to the gorgeous Kawasan Falls. It is a peaceful natural place where you can enjoy many waterfalls of natural spring water.

Stay overnight in Cebu.

Kawasan Falls

Day 3: Cebu to Puerto Princesa

Today you will take a flight from Cebu to Puerto Princesa. Upon arrival, your guide will meet you and take you to your hotel. The rest of the day is for your to have a rest or freely explore the surroundings.

Stay overnight in Puerto Princesa.

Day 4: Puerto Princesa Underground River and City Tour

Today, you will start your tour to visit the famous Underground River, which is also known as Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park. You will take a boat to go through the incredible subterranean river system, and get amazed by the beautiful stalactites and stalagmites in the caves.

Then, you will go to the Crocodile Farm, which is the only wildlife rescue center in Palawan. It is an old-school park & breeding facility with enclosures exhibiting hundreds of large & small crocodiles.

Next, head to the Baker’s Hill, a beautiful theme park started as a bakery known for its delicious pastries, especially hopia. It is a private property that the owners have generously opened to the public.

After that, move to Butterfly Garden, a place that reflects the mesmerizing beauty of a province that is known as the “Last Frontier of the Philippines”. It showcases a sheer variety of Palawan Butterflies.

Then go to visit the Palawan heritage Center, a 480-square meter interactive museum where you can learn a lot of nature, life and the colonial and indigenous history of Palawan.

Before the end of today, you will also the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, which is the famous Blue Church of Puerto Princesa. The Cathedral is an essential place of worship for the locals who attend masses regularly. It was built by the Spanish rulers in 1865 to celebrate an expedition in the sea.

Stay overnight in Puerto Princesa.

Visit the famous Puerto Princesa Underground River

Day 5: Puerto Princesa to El Nido

Today, you will drive to El Nido which is a small town and municipality located on the northern tip of Palawan island. Famous for its white-sand beaches, turquoise waters, coral reefs, and splendid limestone rock formations.

Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free for you to rest or explore the beach.

Stay overnight in El Nido.

Explore beach in El Nido

Day 6: El Nido Island Hopping Tour

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 and Relaxing Time

Today, 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.

The spectacular views in El Nido

Day 8: El Nido Departure

Say goodbye to the Philippines.

You are free to arrange your time before taking the scheduled transfer 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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