9 Days in Philippines: Cebu, Bohol, Puerto, El Nido

Day 1 is your arrival if you arrive early we could have Option Tour like City Tour or Hill Top Tour of Cebu City. But if you arrive late night or afternoon, just enjoy the Hotel or Resorts facilities and activities coz tomorrow we will have long tour. Enjoy and welcome to Philippines Cebu! PROPOSED ITINERARY Changes of the Days and Nights is always Welcome / Suggestions of Places to Start may vary in Cebu and Palawan CEBU- 3 Days and 2 Nights BOHOL – 4 Days and 3 Nights PALAWAN- 4 Days and 3 Nights The rooms are categories either Budgeted ( No star) , Mid Range (1-3 star Hotel), and High Range ( 3-5 star Hotel and Resort) If you have a suggested Hotel we could upgrade or get those hotel or resort if available.

tion worldwide and yet also controversial. This incredible experience prompts tourists to flock to Oslob shores to encounter these gentle giants. Whale shark watching tours combined with other popular tours in southern Cebu can fill your day with full of fun and fascinating adventures. Estimated Itinerary The final pick-up time may change during peak and monsoon seasons on which early pick-up time is required. 5:00 AM - Recommended pick up hotel if in Cebu City / Mactan / Mandaue / Mactan Airport (earliest 3:00 AM) 8:00 AM - Arrival in Oslob, light breakfast 8:30 AM - Short briefing then proceed to whale shark watching or snorkeling 9:30 AM - Side trip to Tumalog waterfalls (closed every 2nd Wed of the month for clean up) 11:00 AM - Departure back to Cebu City or lunch at Oslob 1:00 PM - Estimated time of arrival in Cebu City Note: If no traffic we can finish the tour 1pm or less

ly you will be in the hotel 6pm

In Cebu City, visit famous like the Philippine Taoist Temple, Heritage of Cebu Monument, Mallegan's Cross, Basilica Minore del Santo Nino, and Heritage of Cebu Monument. Mactan Island is a metropolis that has retained a rustic charm which boasts of a diverse collection of tourist spots and attractions. More spots to visit and discover! ITINERARY • ✓Pick-up @ hotel by 8:30am then proceed to Temple of Leah • ✓Sirao Flower Garden ( Little Netherlands ) • ✓Shamrock Pasalubong Center • ✓Sto. Nino Church • ✓Magellan’s Cross • ✓Fort San Pedro • ✓Museo Sugbo • ✓Taoist Temple • ✓Taboan Market • ✓San Pedro Calungsod Church • ✓Cebu Heritage Monument • ✓Yap Sandiego Ancestral House then drop-off hotel Duration: 6 hour(s) After the tour we will ride a ferry going to Bohol so please prepare things and pack all the luggages

Many call the temple the “Taj Mahal” of Cebu because it is also a mausoleum for a great love that never ends, even after death. Teodorico Soriano Adarna had the Temple of Leah built for his late wife, Leah Albino-Adarna. Their marriage lasted for more than five decades. Teodorico and Leah are the grandparents of Ellen Adarna, a famous actress in the Philippines. Located in Barangay Busay, the Temple of Leah began construction in 2012. There are around 24 different chambers in the complex; these contain a library, art gallery, bar and museum, just to name a few. You will also see statues of lions, angels and gladiators as you explore. You will see stone steps that lead to the portico and then the 10-foot high statue of Leah found near the lobby.

ists and is a paradise for all garden lovers. People from all over the world are appreciating this beautiful flower garden in Cebu city. Situated in Barangay Sirao, this flower farm is reminiscent of Amsterdam, with all sorts of flowers neatly arranged and in various colors. It was given the moniker “Little Amsterdam of Cebu” because of this. Instead of tulips, the garden’s main feature is celosia flowers or cockscombs, or wool flowers. Other than these, visitors will also find sunflowers and some hyacinths in different sections. As you explore the garden, you will see replicas of Amsterdam’s famous structures and windmills, kitschy houses, and décor that look like toys. The complex fits the description of an “instagrammable” destination with its unique layout and colorful photo locations.

Ferry schedule either 4pm to 6pm which can fit the time of your arrival in the port but usually we get the 5pm ferry so that 7pm arrival in Bohol.

If 5pm ticket you will have 7pm arrival. Once you get off please look for your name or hotel and call the driver. They usually wait outside.

Going on Bohol countryside tours is perfect for first-timers on the island, as it includes stops in some of the most famous tourist spots in Bohol, including the Chocolate Hills, Tarsier Sanctuary, and the Bilar Man-made Forest. It also features one of the most popular Bohol activities for tourists, Loboc River cruise tours which usually include a buffet lunch and a performance from the locals. Suggested ITINERARY(Approximately 7-8hrs): 8:00 am – Pick up from Tagbilaran Seaport/Airport/Accommodation Proceed to Countryside Tour Spots to discover: Blood compact Shrine Baclayon Church(Optional Museum) Loboc river cruise (Optional) Tarsier watching Man-made forest Sevilla hanging bridge Shiphaus (Outside View) Butterfly Watching/Museum Chocolate hills Viewing Deck Souvenir shop 4:00 pm – End of Tour (estimated time)-Drop off to Tagbilaran Seaport/Airport/Accommodation

This particular site was made in honor of a very important event in the Philippine history done between Miguel Lopez de Legazpi of Spain and Rajah Sikatuna of Bohol. This Sikatuna-Legaspi blood compact is considered as the First Treaty of Friendship between two different races, religions, cultures and civilizations. It was a treaty of friendship based on respect and equality. This event is commonly known as “Sandugo”. The Bohol Blood Compactsculpture was made by the National Artist, Napoleon Abueva, a Boholano himself. It is placed on an open and raised dais portraying five (5) life-sized images of men gathered around a table with Legazpi and Sikatuna supposedly making a toast. Standing on the dais, visitors are treated to a good view of the Bohol Sea and the contour of that particular side of the island of Bohol.

Construction began in 1717 where some 200 native forced laborers (obras pias) cut and dragged coral blocks from the sea, using only bamboos in moving and lifting the stones in position. Millions of white eggs were said to have been used as cement. The current building was completed in 1727. In the 19th century, the Augustinian Recollects added a new facade- pictured here- and a number of stone buildings that now surround the church. Old broken glasses no longer can be replaced. The colored panes locally available now are different- pattern is limited only to the basic quatrefoil "florentine" patterns and color choices are only 3: amber, green and blue. The original ones which date back to 16th century are thicker and deeper in color.

Over 100 of these territorial primates hang out in the immediate vicinity of the centre, though only eight are in the viewing area. The guides will bring you right to them via a short jungle trail; no flash photography is permitted. The visitors centre includes good information boards and the whole forested sanctuary is well managed and a pleasure to visit. The simultaneously crazy and cuddly looking tarsier can fit in the palm of your hand yet leap 5m, rotate its head almost 360 degrees and move its ears in the direction of sound. It has huge imploring eyes, 150 times bigger than a human's in relation to its body size. The tarsier is not only one of the world's smallest primates and the oldest surviving member of the primate group at 45 million years old, it is also an endangered species.

to the relaxing splash of the water and the welcoming songs of Boholanos. This river in Bohol is known to be one of the cleanest rivers in the country. Tourists take an hour-long cruise along the river while enjoying food, drinks and music. Local musicians play native and novelty music. There are days when guests can request songs, too. The cruise will stop in the middle of the river for souvenir shopping and some native dancing. Once the cruise ends, you will see the refreshing sight of the Loboc Falls. Those who wish to can take a quick dip into the waters. If you are not prepared for swimming, though, you can take photos of the very scenic Loboc River, everyone’s favorite hobby.

etch of densely planted Mahogany trees located in the border of Loboc and Bilar towns. Before and after this man-made forest are the naturally grown forests of Loboc and Bilar which are thick with a kaleidoscope of green foliage, different species of trees and giant ferns lining the road. The man-made forest stands out because of the uniformity in height of the big trees, the spread of its branches, thickness and design of leaves. Seedlings abound around the older trees. Trunks, some thick and others just a few months old, grow resplendently straight up towards the sky which is obscured by the branches and the thick leaves.

elihood breeding and conservation program in Bohol. Its main goal is to protect and strengthen the natural environment of the butterflies through plant research, breeding and releasing. Aiming to raise the butterfly population in Bohol, the Center also seeks ways and means to bring money into the local economy using butterflies and butterfly by-products. Local town folks have been taught how to breed butterflies and at present, a community of paid breeders has been formed. Likewise, the Center is into the study, research, and preservation of host plants which are dwindling due to illegal poaching and deforestation. The breeding of common butterflies for export plus their by-products help to fund host-plant research, development and the breeding of rare butterflies. Only hand bred sources, not those captured from the wild, are used by the center to protect the butterfly population.

They look like giant mole hills, or as some say, women's breasts, and remind us of the hills in a small child's drawing. Most people who first see pictures of this landscape can hardly believe that these hills are not a man-made artifact. However, this idea is quickly abandoned, as the effort would surely surpass the construction of the pyramids in Egypt. The chocolate hills consist of are no less than 1268 hills (some claim this to be the exact number). They are very uniform in shape and mostly between 30 and 50 meters high. They are covered with grass, which, at the end of the dry season, turns chocolate brown. From this color, the hills derive their name. At other times, the hills are green, and the association may be a bit difficult to make.

way with the ATV (All-Terrain Vehicle) Eco-Adventure Tour. Get ready to get down and dirty with your family, friends, and loved ones and have an exhilarating experience through an ATV ride. The ATV Eco-Adventure Tour is located in Brgy. Buenos Aires, Carmen, Bohol. Prior to the tour, tourists will be given a quick briefing and short orientation regarding the fundamentals of ATV 4-wheeler control and safety and required to sign a waiver indicating that you are agreeing to the proposed rules of safety before the start of the tour. Test run your ATV on this rocky backyard before making your way around the hills. Enjoy the spectacular view. Grab your cameras or gadgets and take some selfie with the hills as your background. So are you ready to get down and dirty?

ulatus) or baksan in the native language, is found in Bohol. Prony, a female baksan named after its owner Sofronio Salibay, measures 27 feet (8.23 metres) and weighs more than 300 kg according to a Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) estimate. If the measurement is indeed true, Prony is longer than Fluffy, current titleholder of Guinness Records 2011's longest captive snake. Fluffy, also a reticulated python, lives in Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Powell, Ohio, USA. When measured in 2009, she was found to be over 24 feet (7.23 metres) long. Prony was captured in 1996 in Upper Sta Filomena in the town of Albur, where she also lives for more than a decade. Prony lived in an animal sanctuary built by the tripartite partnership of PepsiCo, Animal Kingdom Foundation Inc and the Municipal Tourism Council of Alburquerque (Albur's full name).

erwater wonders of Bohol, or just enjoy the pristine natural beauty of the Virgin Island. All these and more can now be experienced through our Island Hopping and Dolphin Watching Tour. Island Hopping/Snorkeling Pick up – Between 6:00AM -6:30AM END – 11:00am -12:00noon ITINERARY: - Open sea Between Siquijor and Panglao Island for Dolphin watching on their natural habitat , ( dolphins are visible in between 6am -7:30am , depends on the weather too) - Balicasag Island (Snorkelling , Fish Feeding ) - Turtle Watching - Virgin Island (sand Bar Pictorial / swimming ) Pickup and Drop off: Alona Beachfront INCLUSIONS: Boat Snorkel Gear Guides Fee(Snorkeling) Environmental Fee You have other activities or ideas in mind outside the itinerary?

We will meet up the boatman and driver here.

About 20 - 30 minutes and you'll reach the destination. Once you get close to the dolphins, the engine of the boat will be turned off, so the dolphins won't be driven away. Of course, you can't swim with them, they're too fast. Some dolphins even jumped out of the water. It was really amazing to see dolphins swimming in the wild. The boatman will swim and took picture to the guest.

It is a small uninhabited crescent shaped island. From far, you might see some people that looked like walking in the water because the island also submerge a little in the water. After some pictures and swimming, back to Alona Beach in Panglao

destination for those who wish to retreat, reflect, and pray in harmony with the lapping of the waves and the chirping of the island’s resident birds. Upon arrival, you are greeted by the welcoming arms of a huge statue of St. Pio of Pietrelcina. A chapel was opened in the island last year and there’s a holy mass said every 23rd day of the month. In March, Isola opened another avenue for people to get in touch with the Creator – Isola di Francesco’s Nature’s Art Museum. And for every item that is being displayed in the museum, there is only one rule. “Everything must be made by God. You can clean, frame, and arrange to make it presentable; but you cannot alter anything, even the color must be original,” explains Isola owner and utmost St. Pio devotee, Mr. Ramon Rodriguez. And to everyone’s amazement, the museum is filled with items that speak of the grandeur of God and His Creation.

This is done one whole day due to time changes and sometimes they do reschedule of time so it is a day of transfer only.

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One of the river's distinguishing features is that it emerges directly into the sea, and its lower portion is subject to tidal influences. The area also represents a significant habitat for biodiversity conservation. The site contains a full 'mountain-to-sea' ecosystem and has some of the most important forests in Asia. Puerto-Princesa Subterranean River National Park encompasses one of the world’s most impressive cave systems, featuring spectacular limestone karst landscapes, pristine natural beauty, and intact old-growth forests and distinctive wildlife. It is located in the south-western part of the Philippine Archipelago on the mid western coast of Palawan, approximately 76 km northwest of Puerto Princesa and 360 km southwest of Manila.

most impressive cave systems, featuring spectacular limestone karst landscapes, pristine natural beauty, and intact old-growth forests and distinctive wildlife. It is located in the south-western part of the Philippine Archipelago on the mid western coast of Palawan, approximately 76 km northwest of Puerto Princesa and 360 km southwest of Manila. The property, comprising an area of approximately 22,202 ha, contains an 8.2km long underground river. The highlight of this subterranean river system is that it flows directly into the sea, with its brackish lower half subjected to tidal influence, distinguishing it as a significant natural global phenomenon. The river’s cavern presents remarkable, eye catching rock formations.

beautiful lagoons located around Miniloc Island: either Small Lagoon or Big Lagoon, and Secret Lagoon. Swimming and snorkeling there is just amazing. Clear water, numerous fishes… you name it! Tour A will then take you to Shimizu island, where you can snorkel and see corals and/or relax on the white sand beach. This is also where, most of the time, your boat will stop for lunch. With its great limestone cliffs covered with vegetation, a representative of the geological beauty of El Nido. At the end of the day, the tour will stop of 7 Commando Beach, which has a long white sand beach, and where you can also find a little bar that will serve you refreshing drinks. While snorkeling there, you may encounter a few sea turtles, so keep your eyes open! El Nido Tour A Departure Time: between 8.30-9.00am Attractions: Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, and Seven Commandos Beach

opping tour A’s highlights, one of El Nido's most popular tours. As you enter the Big Lagoon, everything is a sight to behold — the crystal-clear blue water, the ray of light peeking through the top of the cliffs, and the luscious calcareous formation. The Big Lagoon of Island-hopping Tour A has become popular for its elegance as seen from drone shots to kayak views in several movies and postcards.

From majestic limestone formation jutting out from crystal clear turquoise seas to powdery white sandy beaches along its coastlines, not to mention the sheer diversity of marine wildlife in its perfectly hued oceans, its no wonder foreign publications have declared it the best beach and island destination in the Philippines. As soon as your boat docks near the lagoon, your guide will direct you to a small opening hidden between a towering wall of limestone rocks by the seashore. It’s easy to miss this secret spot, and most people wonder if its possible to crawl through this tiny hole. But once you get through it, you’ll be greeted by an unusual sight: a massive limestone rock formation surrounding a small body of water right in the middle of it.

This small island had become a popular spot for snorkeling because of its colorful marine life. It’s part of the Tour A island-hopping package and an alternative stopover spot for lunch, so it can get a bit crowded here during midday. The Japanese-sounding name makes one wonder about the island’s origin. According to guides and boatmen, a group of scuba divers explored the waters of El Nido decades ago, and one of them didn’t make it back from a deep underwater tunnel. Days were spent searching for the diver’s body until it was found on an island with imposing rock formations and fine white sand. The deceased diver’s last name was Shimizu, and the island was later named after him.

nd a long stretch of fine white sand that has become 7 Commandos Beach’s familiar face. The beach is part of El Nido’s Tour A island-hopping option, including Big Lagoon and Small Lagoon. One can’t help but become intrigued by how the beach got its name. One story says that during World War II, seven soldiers got stranded here. Another says that Seven Commando was the name of a massive fishing vessel that got left in El Nido waters, and the passengers decided to make this island their home. They stayed here for three months, and when their boat was finally repaired, they sailed back home. Later on, the locals found a colossal stone carved with the words “Seven Commando.”

ey have lots of flights here than in El nido. But you need to ride again in the van.