Travel Right · Option 1

Manila · Palawan · El Nido Philippines

📅 17 Aug – 25 Aug 2024 🌙 8 Nights · 9 Days 👥 2 Rooms · 4 Adults 🏝 3 Destinations
Explore
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Manila
2 Nights · 17–19 Aug · Somerset Millennium Makati
02
Puerto Princesa
3 Nights · 19–22 Aug · Microtel by Wyndham
03
El Nido
3 Nights · 22–25 Aug · Buko Beach Resort
El Nido Lagoon Philippines beach Manila
The Journey

An Island
Paradise Awaits

From the heritage-rich streets of Manila to the emerald waters of Puerto Princesa and the world-famous lagoons of El Nido — this 9-day journey takes you through the very best the Philippines has to offer.

Enjoy private transfers, guided island hopping tours, stunning hidden beaches, UNESCO-listed underground rivers and the legendary turquoise waters of Palawan.

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9Days of Adventure
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3Destinations
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4Island Tours
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3Premium Hotels
El Nido
El Nido Lagoon
Palawan · Philippines
Beach
Honda Bay
Puerto Princesa
Snorkel
Island Hopping
Cowrie · Luli · Starfish
Manila
Manila Heritage
Intramuros · Tagaytay
Waterfall
Estrella Falls
Puerto Princesa
Helicopter Island
Helicopter Island
Tour C · El Nido
Day by Day

Complete Itinerary

🇵🇭Manila
Manila
2 Nights · 17–19 August 2024
Somerset Millennium Makati
01Day
Saturday, 17 August 2024
Arrival in Manila · Private Airport Transfer
Arrive at Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) and be greeted by your private transfer driver — no taxi queues, no stress. Your professional driver will whisk you to the Somerset Millennium Makati in comfort. The driver's contact number and vehicle plate are shared via email one day prior to arrival. 24-hour transfer service available. Maximum 7 pieces of 26-inch luggage. A 60-minute grace period applies for airport pickup.
Lunch not includedDinner not included
02Day
Sunday, 18 August 2024
Manila Heritage Town Tour (12 hours)
An immersive full-day tour starting at 7:30am. Visit the Aguinaldo Shrine — birthplace of Philippine independence, where the Declaration of Independence from Spain was proclaimed on June 12, 1898. Head to Tagaytay to see Taal Volcano, the world's smallest active volcano, then ride a jeepney up to the People's Park in the Sky for breathtaking panoramic views from Tagaytay's highest point. Enjoy fish feeding, shop for local fruits and pasalubong (souvenir sweets), and end with a visit to the peaceful 152-acre American WWII Cemetery. Pick-up from your hotel in Makati, Malate, Pasay, Paranaque or Taguig. Bring camera, hat, sunblock and water.
Breakfast at hotelLunch not includedDinner not included
03Day
Monday, 19 August 2024
Departure from Manila · Transfer to Airport
Check out from the Somerset Millennium Makati after breakfast. Your private transfer vehicle will collect you from the hotel for a seamless ride to the airport to catch your onward flight to Puerto Princesa, Palawan.
Breakfast at hotelLunch not includedDinner not included
🌊Palawan
Puerto Princesa
3 Nights · 19–22 August 2024
Microtel by Wyndham Puerto Princesa
03Day
Monday, 19 August 2024
Arrival at Puerto Princesa · Rest & Refresh
Arrive at Puerto Princesa airport and be transferred privately to the Microtel by Wyndham at Emerald Playa Beach & Nature Park. Check in, refresh and spend the rest of the day at your own leisure — the beach, the pool or simply the hammock. A well-deserved rest before your Palawan adventures begin.
Lunch not includedDinner not included
04Day
Tuesday, 20 August 2024
Estrella Falls Private Day Tour (8 hours)
Depart at 7:00am on a private transfer for a 2-hour drive south to the gorgeous Estrella Falls — one of Palawan's most spectacular natural wonders. Swim in the cool, crystal-clear cascading pools surrounded by dense tropical jungle. Bring your swimming attire, camera, sunblock, insect repellent and extra clothes. Lunch is included on this day.
Breakfast at hotelLunch includedDinner not included
05Day
Wednesday, 21 August 2024
Honda Bay Island Hopping Tour (9 hours)
Starting at 7:00am on a shared transfer, embark on the celebrated Honda Bay island hopping experience visiting three incredible islands: Cowrie Island — famous for its crystal-clear waters and powdery white sand; Luli Island — a disappearing sandbar island that partly sinks at high tide; and Starfish Island — home to dozens of giant starfish. Swimming, snorkelling and beach lounging throughout. Lunch is included.
Breakfast at hotelLunch includedDinner not included
06Day
Thursday, 22 August 2024
Puerto Princesa → El Nido · Overland Transfer
Check out from Microtel after breakfast and board your private overland transfer to El Nido — a scenic 5–6 hour drive through Palawan's breathtaking interior landscapes of jungle-clad limestone mountains and rural villages. Transfer is by van, max 8 passengers until El Nido terminal. Check in and settle into your beachside cottage at the acclaimed Buko Beach Resort — Adults Only.
Breakfast at hotelLunch not includedDinner not included
🏖El Nido
El Nido
3 Nights · 22–25 August 2024
Buko Beach Resort (Adults Only) · Rating 9.4
07Day
Friday, 23 August 2024
Island Hopping Tour A — Big Lagoon · Secret Lagoon · Seven Commandos (8 hours)
The world-famous Tour A departs at 8:00am from the floating dock. Explore the legendary Premium Big Lagoon — towering karst limestone cliffs framing impossibly blue waters — Shimizu Island with its vibrant coral gardens, Payong-Payong, the Secret Lagoon accessible through a narrow cave opening, and the beautiful Seven Commandos Beach for a final swim and sunset. Bring your own mask and snorkel. Confirm your booking by 1pm the day before. Note: ECO Tourism Development Fund PHP 400 + Big Lagoon entrance PHP 400 payable on site.
Breakfast at hotelLunch includedDinner not included
08Day
Saturday, 24 August 2024
Island Hopping Tour C — Secret Beach · Hidden Beach · Helicopter Island (8.5 hours)
Tour C departs at 8:00am for El Nido's most dramatic landscapes. Squeeze through a narrow rock crevice to reach the stunning Secret Beach, then discover the Hidden Beach — only accessible by boat at low tide, framed by prehistoric limestone. Visit Star Beach, navigate the wild Tapiutan Strait waters, and end at the iconic Helicopter Island (Dilumacad) — shaped like a helicopter from above, with one of Palawan's most beautiful beaches. Bring your own mask and snorkel. ECO Tourism Development Fund PHP 400 payable on site.
Breakfast at hotelLunch includedDinner not included
09Day
Sunday, 25 August 2024
Departure from El Nido · Transfer to Puerto Princesa Airport
Check out from Buko Beach Resort after breakfast. Transfer back to Puerto Princesa Airport via shared van — approx. 5–6 hours travel time. Shared transfers operate from 5AM to 6PM (8 pax per van to El Nido terminal; terminal to hotel transfer is at your own arrangement). Your Philippine island adventure ends here — with a camera full of memories and a heart full of sunshine.
Breakfast at hotelLunch not includedDinner not included
Accommodation

Your Hotels

Somerset
8.2 ★ Very Good
Manila
Somerset Millennium Makati
No 104 Aguirre Street, Makati
2× Executive Studio · 1 King Bed · Ensuite
Bed & Breakfast · Free WiFi · Free Parking
Deposit: PHP 500/night (payable at property)
2 Nights · 17–19 Aug
Microtel
8.0 ★ Very Good
Puerto Princesa · Palawan
Microtel by Wyndham Puerto Princesa
Emerald Playa Beach & Nature Park
2× 2 Queen Beds · Garden View
Bed & Breakfast for 2 · 15% Limited Time Discount
3 Nights · 19–22 Aug
Buko
9.4 ★ Exceptional
El Nido · Palawan
Buko Beach Resort — Adults Only
Lot 10, Sitio Lugadia, El Nido
2× Standard Cottage · 1 King Bed
Bed & Breakfast · Free WiFi · Free Parking
Special deal: save 28%
3 Nights · 22–25 Aug
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Philippine Tourist Visa

Philippines Tourist Visa — Single Entry · 3 Months validity. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your date of departure from the Philippines. Please ensure all passports are verified before applying.

What You Get

Inclusions & Exclusions

✓ Package Includes

  • 2 nights at Somerset Millennium Makati (Executive Studio, B&B)
  • 3 nights at Microtel by Wyndham Puerto Princesa (2 Queen Beds, B&B)
  • 3 nights at Buko Beach Resort El Nido (Standard Cottage, B&B)
  • Private airport-to-hotel transfer — Manila
  • Manila Heritage Town Tour — shared, 12 hrs (Day 2)
  • Private hotel-to-airport transfer — Manila departure
  • Private airport-to-hotel transfer — Puerto Princesa arrival
  • Estrella Falls private tour — 8 hrs with lunch (Day 4)
  • Honda Bay Island Hopping (Cowrie, Luli & Starfish Islands) — 9 hrs with lunch (Day 5)
  • Private overland transfer — Puerto Princesa to El Nido (Day 6)
  • Island Hopping Tour A — Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, 7 Commandos with lunch (Day 7)
  • Island Hopping Tour C — Secret Beach, Hidden Beach, Helicopter Island with lunch (Day 8)
  • Shared transfer — El Nido to Puerto Princesa Airport (Day 9)
  • Philippine Tourist Visa (Single Entry, 3 months)
  • Breakfasts: 8 days · Lunches: 4 days (as specified)

✕ Not Included

  • Passport fees, immunization and city taxes
  • Local departure taxes (wherever applicable)
  • Room or flight upgrades (optional enhancements)
  • Camera and video fees at attractions
  • Any sightseeing or activities outside the itinerary
  • Early check-in or late check-out fees
  • Dinners (all 9 days) and lunches not specified in itinerary
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • International and domestic flights
  • Excess baggage charges
  • Tips for drivers, guides and hotel staff
  • Any attraction tickets unless explicitly listed as inclusions
  • ECO Tourism Development Fund PHP 400 + Big Lagoon entrance PHP 400 (payable on site)
  • El Nido terminal to hotel transfer (own account)
  • Hotel security deposits (refunded on checkout)
Before You Go

Important Notes

🎫Tickets & Attractions
Entry tickets to museums, cable cars, ferries, safari, rides and attractions are not included unless explicitly listed as an inclusion in the itinerary.
❌Cancellations & Refunds
For all queries regarding cancellations and refunds, please refer to our Cancellation Policy. We reserve the right to issue a full refund if we are unable to fulfil any service for technical reasons.
🛂Passport Validity
All guests' passports must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of travel. Philippine immigration requires 6 months validity beyond departure date.
🪪Visa Policy
We facilitate the visa application process only. Granting of visa is solely at the Embassy's discretion. Rejected or delayed visas do not qualify for refunds — cancellation policies apply.
🏨Hotel Check-in
Hotels may request an advance/security deposit at check-in. This is refunded upon checkout minus any charges (minibar, late checkout, damages). Check-in: 2:00 PM · Check-out: 12:00 PM.
👶Children Policy
Note: Buko Beach Resort is Adults Only. Children's pricing for attractions is based on the age given at quote time. If service providers charge extra based on height or passport age discrepancy, this cost is borne by the guest on site.
🚤Island Hopping Bookings
All island hopping bookings must be confirmed on or before 1:00 PM the prior day to allow tour operators to complete documentation before the 4:00 PM Tourism Office deadline.
🤿Snorkelling Equipment
Guests must bring their own mask and snorkel for all island hopping tours. Travel operators and accommodations are not permitted to provide snorkelling equipment as part of their services.
🚗Transfer Notes
A 60-minute grace period applies for all airport pickups. The driver's contact and plate number are shared via email 1 day prior. Contact via WhatsApp, Viber, WeChat, KakaoTalk or Line.

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8 Nights · 9 Days · Manila · Puerto Princesa · El Nido · Departing 17 August 2024

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