Philippines · UNESCO Heritage Sites

21-Day Philippines Tour with Rice Terraces, Underground River and Boracay

21 Days Round trip from Manila Challenging pace
Banaue Rice Terraces
Lagoon

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Discover the UNESCO-listed Batad and Hapao Rice Terraces in the mountains of Luzon
  • 02 Cruise through the Underground River of Puerto Princesa and explore El Nido's lagoons
  • 03 Enjoy island hopping and snorkelling in Bohol, Siquijor, Apo Island, and Balicasag Island
  • 04 Unwind on the powdery white sands of Boracay with time for leisure and relaxation

Embark on a 21-day adventure across the Philippines, exploring its most captivating destinations. Discover the UNESCO-listed rice terraces of Banaue, cruise through the Underground River in Puerto Princesa, and island-hop around El Nido's turquoise lagoons. Continue to Bohol's Chocolate Hills, the mystical island of Siquijor, and the world-famous white sands of Boracay. Experience culture, nature, and relaxation with guided tours, scenic transfers, and handpicked accommodations throughout your journey.

Discover the UNESCO-listed rice terraces of Banaue, cruise through the Underground River in Puerto Princesa, and island-hop around El Nido's turquoise lagoons.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 21 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Challenging
Accommodation Included · Premium
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Cebu, Manila, Puerto Princesa, Boracay, Banaue, El Nido, Palawan, Siquijor Island, Panglao, Balicasag Island, Batad, Apo Island, Tagbilaran
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Makati

  • Private van airport transfer with coordinator.
  • Check in at Coro Hotel (Superior Legato).

Overnight stay in Makati.

2
Day 02

Pagsanjan Falls Adventure

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Full-day Pagsanjan Falls Tour with trolley ride and 30-minute Kawa hot bath.

Overnight at Coro Hotel.

3
Day 03

Journey from Makati to Banaue

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Private van transfer and flight Manila to Cauayan (flight not included).
  • Coach transfer from Cauayan to Banaue.
  • Cultural Show with Dinner.

Overnight at Banaue Grand View Hotel.

4
Day 04

Batad Rice Terraces Guided Tour

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Guided tour of the Batad Rice Terraces.

Overnight at Banaue Grand View Hotel.

5
Day 05

Hapao Tour and Transfer to Cauayan City

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Morning Hapao Tour.
  • Coach transfer from Banaue to Isabella Cauayan.

Overnight at The Maximilian Hotel.

6
Day 06

Transfer to Puerto Princesa, Palawan

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Airport and hotel transfers.
  • Flights Cauayan to Manila to Puerto Princesa (not included).
  • Private van transfer to hotel.

Overnight at Best Western Plus The Ivywall Hotel.

7
Day 07

Underground River and Mangrove Tour

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Premium Underground River and Mangrove Tour.

Overnight at Best Western Plus The Ivywall Hotel.

8
Day 08

Transfer to El Nido

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Private transfer from Sabang to Lio (El Nido).

Overnight at The Funny Lion El Nido.

9
Day 09

El Nido Island Hopping Tour A

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Semi-premium island-hopping tour with kayaking, beach stops, and lunch.

Overnight at The Funny Lion El Nido.

10
Day 10

El Nido Island Hopping Tour C

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Semi-premium island-hopping tour with snorkelling and lagoon visits.

Overnight at The Funny Lion El Nido.

11
Day 11

Transfer to Bohol (Panglao)

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Van transfer to airport and flight El Nido to Cebu (not included).
  • Private transfers and ferry Cebu to Tagbilaran.

Overnight at Best Western Plus The Ivywall Resort Panglao.

12
Day 12

Transfer to Siquijor

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Ferry Tagbilaran to Larena (Siquijor).
  • Private transfer to hotel.

Overnight at Coco Grove Beach Resort.

13
Day 13

Siquijor Full-Day Tour

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Full-day guided Siquijor tour with round-trip OceanJet tickets.

Overnight at Coco Grove Beach Resort.

14
Day 14

Apo Island Snorkelling Excursion

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Apo Island snorkelling excursion.

Overnight at Coco Grove Beach Resort.

15
Day 15

Return to Bohol and Chocolate Hills Tour

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Ferry Larena to Tagbilaran.
  • Chocolate Hills countryside tour with optional zipline.

Overnight at Best Western Plus The Ivywall Resort Panglao.

16
Day 16

Balicasag Island Hopping Tour

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Balicasag Island snorkelling and marine exploration tour.

Overnight at Best Western Plus The Ivywall Resort Panglao.

17
Day 17

Transfer to Boracay

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Ferry Tagbilaran to Cebu, flight Cebu to Caticlan (not included).
  • Van transfer to hotel.

Overnight at Savoy Hotel Boracay.

18
Day 18

Free Day in Boracay

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Free time to relax or enjoy optional activities.

Overnight at Savoy Hotel Boracay.

19
Day 19

Departure

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Airport transfer Caticlan to Manila (not included).
  • Depart Manila for international flight.
Batad Rice Terraces, Underground River, El Nido, Boracay

Where this trip takes you

Batad Rice Terraces, Underground River, El Nido, Boracay

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Manila 13 cities · 21 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

2 nights at Coro Hotel or similar, Superior Legato

  • 2 nights at Banaue Grand View Hotel or similar, Superior Twin Room
  • 1 night at The Maximilian Hotel or similar, Premier Room
  • 2 nights at Best Western Plus The Ivywall Hotel or similar, Premier Room
  • 3 nights at The Funny Lion El Nido or similar, Cub Room Twin Bed
  • 3 nights at Best Western Plus The Ivywall Resort Panglao or similar, Deluxe Room
  • 3 nights at Coco Grove Beach Resort or similar, Standard Room
  • 4 nights at Savoy Hotel Boracay or similar, Deluxe Room
  • Transfers in private vehicles with driver throughout the tour
  • Coach transfer from Cauayan Airport to Banaue
  • Coach transfer from Banaue to Isabella Cauayan
  • Airport to hotel and intercity transfers by private van
  • Transfer from Sabang to Lio
  • Transfers between Cebu Airport, Port, and Hotels
  • Transfers between Tagbilaran Port, Hotels, and Larena Port
  • Ferry crossings between Cebu, Tagbilaran, and Siquijor
  • Pagsanjan Falls Tour with trolley ride and 30-minute Kawa experience
  • Cultural Show with Dinner
  • Guided tours to Batad Rice Terraces and Hapao Terraces
  • Underground River and Mangrove Tour in Puerto Princesa
  • Two semi-premium island-hopping tours in El Nido
  • Siquijor Day Tour A (10 hours)
  • Apo Island Snorkelling Experience (7 hours)
  • Chocolate Hills Countryside Tour (8 hours)
  • Balicasag Island Hopping Tour (9 hours)
  • All required ferry crossings
  • Tourismo Filipino Services assistance
  • Daily breakfast at hotels (20 in total)

What's Not Included

  • Domestic flights
  • International flights

What to bring

  • Comfortable outfits that can get wet
  • Extra clothes and towels for changing
  • Dry bags to keep important belongings safe
  • Extra drinking water for hydration

Know before you go

  • The tour duration will take approximately 7 to 8 hours, depending on the weather and sea conditions.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
NAIA Terminal 3, Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Tour start
Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 21 days finish where they began, in Manila.

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