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Private 12 Days Philippines Islands Hopping Tour with Cebu
Product code 7493P304
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Dates
Available from May 7, 2025
Start times
9:00 AM
Travelers
Adult ages 12-80
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Private 12 Days Philippines Islands Hopping Tour with Cebu
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Duration
288 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant Then Manual
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Time zone
Asia/Manila
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Private 12 Days Philippines Islands Hopping Tour with Cebu





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Duration
288 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant Then Manual
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Manila
Why Travelers Love This
The private Philippines covers the popular islands, like Cebu, Coron and EL Nido, which allows you indulge in the natural scenes of Philippines. Besides, you guide will take you tour the city highlights of Iloilo. You will also spend one day exploring Kawasan Falls.
Overview
The private Philippines covers the popular islands, like Cebu, Coron and EL Nido, which allows you indulge in the natural scenes of Philippines. Besides, you guide will take you tour the city highlights of Iloilo. You will also spend one day exploring Kawasan Falls.
What's Included
Included
Service of English speaking guides per itinerary.
Services of a private driver and air-conditioned vehicles.
Lunch
Economy class airfares of Iloilo - Cebu - Coron - El Nido
Breakfast
Entrance fees for all mentioned sights visited.
Not included
International flight into and out of Philippines.
Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.).
Tips for guides and drivers.
Personal travel insurance.
Philippines visa fee.
Festival or holiday peak season surcharges.
Not suitable for people over 80 years old.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Iloilo Airport or Port Pick-up
1 hour
Iloilo Airport or Port Pick-up
Today we will pick you up at the airport or port in Iloilo and transfer you to your hotel.
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
30 minutesAdmission included
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
Today we will start with a visit to Miag-ao Church, which is famous for the delicate sculptures.
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
30 minutesAdmission included
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
Then visit Mexican style Tigbauan Church.
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
30 minutes
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
Next, you can see the 16 female icons at Molo Church.
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
30 minutes
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
Then, pay homage to the statue of Our Lady of Candles at Jaro Church.
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
40 minutesAdmission included
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
We’ll also explore the residences of Iloilo’s elite during the Spanish colonial era (16th - 19th centuries AD). First, we will visit Camina Balay Nga Bato with fine antique furniture.
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
30 minutesAdmission included
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
Besides, we will pay a vsisit to Casa Mariquit。
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
20 minutes
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
Keep going, and you can see Molo Mansion.
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
30 minutesAdmission included
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
Then, head to Lizares Mansion, featuring white European-style facades.
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
20 minutes
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
Next, let’s make a brief stop at Biscocho House, filled with local butterscotch and cookies.
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
1 hour 30 minutes
Iloilo Architectural Tour with Various Churches and Mansions
After that, you will enjoy free time at the tranquil Garin Farm. Finally, your guide and driver will escort you back to your hotel.
Fly to Cebu: Cebu & Lapu-Lapu Sightseeing
1 hour
Fly to Cebu: Cebu & Lapu-Lapu Sightseeing
Take a flight to Cebu. Upon arrival, transfer you into your hotel in Cebu.
Fly to Cebu: Cebu & Lapu-Lapu Sightseeing
30 minutes
Fly to Cebu: Cebu & Lapu-Lapu Sightseeing
After a short break, let’s begin our exploration of Cebu City at the Heritage of Cebu Monument.
Fly to Cebu: Cebu & Lapu-Lapu Sightseeing
40 minutes
Fly to Cebu: Cebu & Lapu-Lapu Sightseeing
Then, learn how Ferdinand Magellan (1480-1521 AD) found Cebu and introduced Catholicism to the city at Magellan’s Cross.
Fly to Cebu: Cebu & Lapu-Lapu Sightseeing
30 minutes
Fly to Cebu: Cebu & Lapu-Lapu Sightseeing
Next, follow your guide to visit Basilica Minore Del Sto. Nino, the faith center in Cebu.
Fly to Cebu: Cebu & Lapu-Lapu Sightseeing
40 minutesAdmission included
Fly to Cebu: Cebu & Lapu-Lapu Sightseeing
After visiting the century-old Yap-San Diego Ancestral House or the Casa Gorordo Museum, we’ll proceed to the neighboring Lapu-Lapu City via the longest bridge in the Philippines.
Fly to Cebu: Cebu & Lapu-Lapu Sightseeing
40 minutes
Fly to Cebu: Cebu & Lapu-Lapu Sightseeing
Visit the Mactan Shrine and the Lapu-Lapu Monument, and learn from your guide how Magellan failed to achieve his ambition of subjugation.
Fly to Cebu: Cebu & Lapu-Lapu Sightseeing
40 minutes
Fly to Cebu: Cebu & Lapu-Lapu Sightseeing
Finally, let’s visit the Alegre Guitars Factory, renowned for its handcrafted guitars and ukuleles. Your guide and driver will then escort you back to your hotel.
Cebu: Kawasan Falls Adventure
5 hoursAdmission included
Cebu: Kawasan Falls Adventure
Get up early in the morning. You will be transferred to Kawasan Falls and enjoy a canyoneering tour. Upon arrival, your guide will provide you the safety briefing and the safety gear. In this tour, we will climb stalagmite boulders, swim in the pool, rappel down river canyons and jump into the water from the fall. We could also provide easier root if you need. After reaching the top of the falls, swim and relax at Kabukalan Spring. Drive you back to your hotel.
Cebu to Moalboal Round Trip: Pescador Island, Sardine Run, Turtle Bay
8 hours
Cebu to Moalboal Round Trip: Pescador Island, Sardine Run, Turtle Bay
You will be picked up from hotel and transfer to Kawasan Canyoneering Headquarters. From here, we will take a boat to Pescador Island. You will see the ruin of lighthouse and various marine animals. Then head to the sardine run area and go snorkelling. If lucky enough, you could also see thresher sharks. Finally we will pay a visit to Turtle Bay. Dive with sea turtles. After the tour, you could enjoy some free time to explore the beaches and enjoy sunshine on your own, or transfer to your hotel directly.
Cebu Road Trip to Master’s Dragon Peak
3 hoursAdmission included
Cebu Road Trip to Master’s Dragon Peak
In the morning, your guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel, and we’ll drive to northern Cebu along the Aisle of Medellin. After about 2.5 to 3 hours, we’ll arrive at Master’s Dragon Peak. Standing at the foot of Master’s Dragon Peak, you’ll soon notice the giant pirate ship atop the hill, resembling Noah’s Ark docked at Mount Ararat. Passing through two dragon-fruit-shaped pavilions, you can climb the wooden boat and take in panoramic views of the verdant peaks and the distant sea in a tranquil and relaxing atmosphere. After enjoying a leisure time, your guide and driver will escort you back to your hotel.
Fly to Coron, Half-day Coron town tour
1 hour 30 minutes
Fly to Coron, Half-day Coron town tour
After breakfast the driver will send you to the Cebu Airport for flight to Coron. The guide and the driver there will accompany you to the hotel.
Fly to Coron, Half-day Coron town tour
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission included
Fly to Coron, Half-day Coron town tour
In the afternoon, follow your guide to explore Coron. First, let’s hike up 700 steps of Mt. Tapyas, where you can take photos in front of the giant white cross at the summit.
Fly to Coron, Half-day Coron town tour
40 minutes
Fly to Coron, Half-day Coron town tour
Next, we’ll stroll through the town center, including the Town Plaza and the serene St. Augustine Church, Coron’s only Catholic church.
Fly to Coron, Half-day Coron town tour
30 minutes
Fly to Coron, Half-day Coron town tour
At the Cashew & Souvenir Shop, you can discover local cashew products and featured souvenirs.
Fly to Coron, Half-day Coron town tour
30 minutes
Fly to Coron, Half-day Coron town tour
Then, watch a romantic sunset at Lualhati Park.
Fly to Coron, Half-day Coron town tour
1 hourAdmission included
Fly to Coron, Half-day Coron town tour
We’ll conclude today’s itinerary with a soak at Maquinit Hot Spring to soothe your fatigue. Ultimately, your guide and driver will escort you back to your hotel.
Coron Island-hopping: Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, CYC Beach, Skeleton Wreck, Coral Garden
1 hour
Coron Island-hopping: Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, CYC Beach, Skeleton Wreck, Coral Garden
Today, we’ll first visit Kayangan Lake, the most photogenic spot in the Philippines and a top Lonely Planet-rated travel destination.
Coron Island-hopping: Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, CYC Beach, Skeleton Wreck, Coral Garden
2 hoursAdmission included
Coron Island-hopping: Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, CYC Beach, Skeleton Wreck, Coral Garden
Then, let’s continue to the Twin Lagoon, two hidden lagoons separated by a cliff, unique for the magical mix of fresh and saltwater. Your guide will lead you to the popular rock jutting out of the water, one of the best photo spots.
Coron Island-hopping: Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, CYC Beach, Skeleton Wreck, Coral Garden
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission included
Coron Island-hopping: Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, CYC Beach, Skeleton Wreck, Coral Garden
Next, we’ll head to CYC Beach for relaxation, then to the Skeleton Wreck for a mysterious underwater world with various marine life and shipwrecks from World War II (1939-1945 AD)
Coron Island-hopping: Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, CYC Beach, Skeleton Wreck, Coral Garden
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission included
Coron Island-hopping: Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, CYC Beach, Skeleton Wreck, Coral Garden
Then, to the Malwawey Coral Garden for a dance with the fish and corals. Finally, your guide and driver will escort you back to your hotel.
Fly from Coron to El Nido
1 hour
Fly from Coron to El Nido
Today, let’s set off for our next destination, El Nido, where most of the small islands, caves, and lagoons remain secluded, tranquil, and primitive. You will enjoy a private transfer to Coron Airport and a 1-hour flight to El Nido. Your local driver will meet you and escort you to your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to relax, taking a dip in the pool, strolling on the beach, or sitting by the sea, sipping a cocktail in a daze. Prepare to enjoy the classic El Nido Tours A and C over the next two days!
El Nido Tour A: Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Big Lagoon, Seven Commandos Beach
1 hour 30 minutes
El Nido Tour A: Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Big Lagoon, Seven Commandos Beach
Today, your guide and driver will meet you at your hotel for the exciting El Nido Tour A! Our first stop is Secret Lagoon. As its name suggests, it is hidden by towering limestone cliffs and can only be accessed through a narrow passage.
El Nido Tour A: Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Big Lagoon, Seven Commandos Beach
1 hour 30 minutes
El Nido Tour A: Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Big Lagoon, Seven Commandos Beach
Then we’ll continue to Shimizu Island, snorkeling in the azure waters and enjoying the beauty and a seafood barbecue on the long stretch of golden sand.
El Nido Tour A: Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Big Lagoon, Seven Commandos Beach
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission included
El Nido Tour A: Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Big Lagoon, Seven Commandos Beach
After lunch, we’ll head to Big Lagoon, El Nido’s most breathtaking natural wonder.
El Nido Tour A: Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Big Lagoon, Seven Commandos Beach
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission included
El Nido Tour A: Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Big Lagoon, Seven Commandos Beach
Finally, let’s relax under the palm and coconut trees at Seven Commandos Beach, search for seashells, and enjoy the tropical ambiance. Then, your guide and driver will accompany you back to your hotel.
El Nido Tour C: Hidden Beach, Matinloc Island, Secret Beach, Helicopter Island
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission included
El Nido Tour C: Hidden Beach, Matinloc Island, Secret Beach, Helicopter Island
After breakfast, your guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel and accompany you to begin our El Nido Tour C, which starts at Hidden Beach, tucked behind limestone cliffs.
El Nido Tour C: Hidden Beach, Matinloc Island, Secret Beach, Helicopter Island
1 hour 30 minutes
El Nido Tour C: Hidden Beach, Matinloc Island, Secret Beach, Helicopter Island
After a pleasant time, let’s take a short hike on Matinloc Island, which is charming not only for its views but also for the ruins of the Greek-style shrine.
El Nido Tour C: Hidden Beach, Matinloc Island, Secret Beach, Helicopter Island
1 hour 30 minutesAdmission included
El Nido Tour C: Hidden Beach, Matinloc Island, Secret Beach, Helicopter Island
Next, with your guide’s help, you’ll swim through a cave to reach the Secret Beach, whose stunning scenery will show you why El Nido is hailed as the “Last Frontier” of the Philippines.
El Nido Tour C: Hidden Beach, Matinloc Island, Secret Beach, Helicopter Island
1 hour 30 minutes
El Nido Tour C: Hidden Beach, Matinloc Island, Secret Beach, Helicopter Island
Our last stop today is Helicopter Island, though you might think it looks more like a dolphin or even a fried chicken leg. Afterward, your guide and driver will escort you back to your hotel.
Departure from El Nido
1 hour
Departure from El Nido
Today is the last day of this Philippines private tour and we will say goodbye to the Philippines. The driver will transfer you from the hotel to Busuanga Airport for your flight. Enjoy your journey!
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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