Explore the high mountains and low valleys of the Philippines with this 18 day tour, which combines the stunning azure coastline the islands are known for with adventurous nature hiking. After landing in capital Manila, explore the colonial history and intriguing culture of this sprawling city before heading to Taal Volcano and lake. Over the following days you'll canoe Pagsanjan Gorge, hike active volcanoes Mount Pinatubo and Mount Talinis, and visit the UNESCO-protected beauty of Banaue Batad rice terraces. Finally, take it down a notch with beach-going, tapir-spotting and a visit to the famed Chocolate Hills on popular Bohol island.
Day 1 - Manila, Cebu
- Airport transfer from the airport to your hotel in Manila
- A day at leisure in Manila
Day 2 - Manila, Cebu
- Bike tour of Intramuros - with Bambike
- At leisure in Intramuros
Day 3 - Taal Volcano Island, Taal
- Transfer from Manila to Tagaytay
- Boat transfer to Taal Volcano
- Explore Taal Volcano Island
- Boat transfer from Taal Volcano island back to the mainland
Day 4 - Pagsanjan, Angeles
- Transfer from Taal to Pagsanjan
- Canoe ride through Pagsanjan Gorge
- Transfer from Pagsanjan to Angeles
- At leisure in Angeles
Day 5 - Angeles
- Transfer from Angeles to Pinatubo
- Excursion to Mt. Pinatubo
- Transfer from Pinatubo to Angeles
Day 6 - Banaue Batad
- Transfer from Angeles to Banaue
- Evening at leisure before tomorrow's hike in Banaue
Day 7 - Banaue Batad
- Hiking the Ifugao mountains (Day 1 - Banaue to Pula)
Day 8 - Banaue Batad
- Hiking the Ifugao mountains (Day 2 - Pula - Cambulo - Batad)
Day 9 - Banaue Batad
- Transfer from Batad back to Banaue after your hike
- Transfer from Banaue to Cauayan
Day 10 - Dumaguete
- Transfer from hotel in Cauayan to the airport
- Flight from Cauayan to Manila
- Flight from Manila to Dumaguete
- Transfer from Dumaguete airport to your hotel
Day 11 - Valencia
- Transfer from Dumaguete to Valencia
- Excursion to Mount Talinis
- OURFood homestay and farming experience
- Dinner with local family
Day 12 - Valencia, Dumaguete
- Hike Mount Talinis aka Cuernos de Negros
- At leisure to relax after Mount Negros hike
- Transfer from Valencia to Dumaguete
Day 13 - Panglao Island
- Transfer from hotel in Dumaguete to the pier
- Transfer from Dumaguete to Tagbilaran via boat
- Transfer from Tagbilaran pier to hotel in Panglao
Day 14 - Bohol, Panglao Island
- Tarsier adventure in Bohol
- Chocolate Hills in Bohol
- Enjoy a river cruise on the Abatan river
Day 15 - Bohol, Panglao Island
- Free day in Panglao
Day 16 - Panglao Island
- Day trip to Balicasag - dolphin-spotting and snorkelling (with lunch)
Day 17 - Cebu
- Transfer from your hotel to the pier in Panglao
- Boat transfer from Panglao to Cebu
- Cebu City walking tour
- Transfer from Cebu to your hotel
Day 18
- Private transfer from your hotel in Cebu to the airport
The best time to go to the Philippines is during the dry season from November to April. Sun-worshippers should go in March and April - though do be aware that it can be hot hot hot - whilst people who like a gentler climate should travel in the cooler (and sometimes breezier) months of November to February, which are perfect for the more active holidays but still have plenty of warmth and sun for beach breaks. The rainy season in the Philippines is from May to October, but the rain is far from constant and doesn't often impact travel plans. The shoulder months of November and May are arguably great times to travel as accommodation and flights are cheaper, there are fewer tourists, the sun still shines and the scenery is fabulously lush. Do be aware that the weather in the Philippines can be unpredictable and typhoons can occur from as early as August to as late as January.
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