This 17-day trip brings together the very best of Filipino culture and hospitality with its simply perfect island beaches. Begin by heading north to explore remote villages and see stunningly green rice terraces. Then island-hop around Siquijor and Bohol, snorkelling and swimming to your heart's content. Check out Moalboal and swim with sardines. With two unique homestays to experience the warmth of the Philippines and its welcoming people, this tour is an experience you'll talk about for years to come.
Day 1 Manila
Arrive at any time.
Day 2 Manila/Baguio
Travel north by bus, then enjoy an orientation walk upon arrival to Baguio. Opt to get a massage.
Day 3 Baguio/Sagada
After another long day of travel, arrive at the outdoor paradise of Sagada, a base for adventuring.
Day 4 Sagada
Free day for hiking or a caving excursion. Opt to visit the hanging coffins the area is famous for.
Day 5 Sagada/Batad
Travel via jeepney along scenic mountain roads and then by foot on local hiking trails to reach a local village for an overnight homestay experience. Discover the daily lives of the Ifugao people. Enjoy a cultural performance and a local dinner.
Day 6 Batad/Banaue
Hike back to the main road and hop in a jeepney bound for beautiful Banaue. Enjoy free time and views of the famous rice terraces.
Day 7 Banaue/Manila
Free time to trek along the terraces or relax. After soaking in the last of the spectacular views hop on an overnight bus to Manila.
Day 8 Manila
Explore this bustling city with free time.
Day 9 Manila/Siquijor
Fly to Dumaguete and transfer to the port to board a boat bound for the mystical island of Siquijor.
Day 10 Siquijor
Enjoy free time to explore caves, waterfalls, coral-filled waters, and 106km (65 mi) of white-sand beaches. Snorkelling and diving are both great options here.
Day 11 Siquijor/Bohol
Hop on a ferry to the island of Bohol, home to the tiny tarsier primates and beautiful Chocolate Hills formations. Enjoy a stay at a G Adventures supported homestay and learn about local life from the community.
Day 12 Bohol/Panglao
This morning opt to join your host family as they tend to the farm before helping prepare a barbecue feast for lunch. After lunch together, say good bye to your hosts and head out to explore the famous Chocolate Hills.
Day 13 Panglao
Free day to tour the island or go snorkelling.
Day 14 Panglao/Moalboal
Board a boat to Cebu then transfer from Cebu to Moalboal. Beautiful beaches and bright, turquoise waters await.
Day 15 Moalboal
Jump into a busy underwater wonderland to snorkel surrounded by a school of sardines. Enjoy the rest of the day on the beach.
Day 16 Moalboal
Today enjoy canyoneering at the beautiful Kawasan Falls and it's surrounding fresh water streams and pools.
Day 17 Moalboal
Depart at any time. Departure transfer included.
- Your G for Good Moment: Bohol Island Homestay, Bohol Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Local Living Moment: Batad Homestay, Batad
- Orientation walk (Baguio)
- Rice terraces trek (Batad)
- Cultural performance (Batad)
- Orientation to local community (Bohol)
- Chocolate Hills visit
- Beach time in Siquijor, Bohol, Panglao, and Moalboal
- Canyoneering Kawasan Falls
- Sardine Snorkelling
- Departure Transfer
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- 15 breakfasts
- 2 lunches
- 2 dinners
Reference : GAH