Tropical Philippines

7 Nights / 8 Days · Manila · El Nido · Cebu · Bohol

Walled cities, hidden lagoons, whale sharks and Chocolate Hills, with hot Rajasthani meals waiting at every stop.

This 7-night pure vegetarian group tour takes you across three of the Philippines' most loved islands. Explore Spanish-era Manila and Intramuros, go island hopping among the limestone lagoons of El Nido in Palawan, snorkel with whale sharks and canyoneer to Kawasan Falls in Cebu, and take a day trip by ferry to Bohol for the Chocolate Hills, tarsier sanctuary and Loboc River cruise. A Rajasthani Maharaj travels with the group, serving fresh, homely lunches and dinners throughout.

Highlights

  • Intramuros (The Walled City), Manila
  • Fort Santiago
  • Manila Cathedral & San Agustin Church
  • Rizal Park (Luneta)
  • Binondo Chinatown
  • Okada Manila Fountain Show
  • El Nido Island Hopping: Big Lagoon & Secret Lagoon
  • Shimizu Island & Seven Commandos Beach
  • Magellan's Cross & Basilica Minore del Santo Niño, Cebu
  • Fort San Pedro, Casa Gorordo & Cebu Heritage Monument
  • Oslob Whale Shark Watching
  • Badian Canyoneering & Kawasan Falls
  • Chocolate Hills, Bohol
  • Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary, Loboc River Cruise & Baclayon Church

Day by day

  1. Day 1

    Arrive Manila

    Your Tour Manager meets you outside Manila Airport and escorts you to the hotel (check-in after 3.00 pm), with lunch en route. In the evening, visit the spectacular Okada Manila Fountain Show before dinner and overnight in Manila.

    Lunch & Dinner by Maharaj
  2. Day 2

    Manila City Tour & Binondo Chinatown

    After breakfast, enjoy a guided Manila City Tour covering Rizal Park, Fort Santiago, Intramuros, Manila Cathedral and San Agustin Church. Then head to vibrant Binondo Chinatown for shopping and lunch, followed by leisure time at the hotel, dinner and overnight in Manila.

    Hotel Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner by Maharaj
  3. Day 3

    Manila to El Nido

    After breakfast, check out and transfer to Manila Airport for your flight to El Nido. On arrival, check in to the hotel and have lunch. The evening is at leisure, followed by dinner and overnight in El Nido.

    Hotel Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner by Maharaj
  4. Day 4

    El Nido Island Hopping (Tour A)

    Set out on the El Nido Tour A island-hopping excursion to the Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island and Seven Commandos Beach, with a local lunch amid limestone cliffs and turquoise waters. Return to the hotel for an afternoon at leisure, dinner and overnight in El Nido.

    Hotel Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner by Maharaj
  5. Day 5

    El Nido to Cebu & Cebu City Tour

    After breakfast, fly from El Nido to Cebu and begin a half-day Cebu City Tour covering Magellan's Cross, Basilica Minore del Santo Niño, Cebu Heritage Monument, Casa Gorordo Museum and Fort San Pedro. Enjoy lunch, check in to the hotel, then dinner and overnight in Cebu.

    Hotel Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner by Maharaj
  6. Day 6

    Oslob Whale Sharks, Canyoneering & Kawasan Falls

    An early-morning drive takes you to Oslob for a light local breakfast and a 30-minute snorkelling experience with whale sharks, followed by a visit to Tumalog Falls. After an early local lunch in Badian, take on the Badian Canyoneering adventure with river swimming, optional cliff jumps and rock scrambling, ending at the multi-tiered Kawasan Falls. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight in Cebu.

    Hotel Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner by Maharaj
  7. Day 7

    Cebu to Bohol Day Trip

    After breakfast, transfer to Cebu Port and take the ferry to Bohol, arriving at Tagbilaran Wharf for your sightseeing tour. Enjoy a scenic Loboc River Cruise with a local lunch and explore Bohol's attractions including the Chocolate Hills and Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary, before taking the ferry back to Cebu for dinner and overnight.

    Hotel Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner by Maharaj
  8. Day 8

    Back Home

    After breakfast, it is time to bid farewell as the tour concludes. Stay in touch and share your favourite moments from the trip with Shree Voyages. Safe travels!

    Hotel Breakfast

Hotels & nights

CityNightsHotel
Manila23* / 4* hotel
El Nido23* / 4* hotel
Cebu33* / 4* hotel

Tour cost

Per Adult (Twin/Triple sharing)USD 2250
Child with Bed (8-11 Years)USD 1850
Child No Bed (2-7 Years)USD 1650
Single SharingUSD 2950

Land cost per person in USD; main international airfare extra. Mandatory 5% GST & 2% TCS extra. INR 1,00,000 non-refundable deposit at the time of booking; balance payment 40 days prior to departure.

Departures: October 16, 25; November 3, 13

What's included

Inclusions

  • One time Visa on Arrival charges
  • 2 internal flights (Manila - El Nido - Cebu)
  • Hotel accommodation on Twin/Triple sharing with breakfast
  • Travel by A/C comfortable coach throughout the tour
  • Lunch & Dinner prepared by our own Rajasthani Maharaj
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Medical insurance (up to 69 years)
  • Pre-departure get-together
  • All local taxes and tips

Exclusions

  • Main international airfare
  • Any increase in visa fees, Govt taxes, fuel surcharge, peak season surcharge and any applicable new taxes from Govt
  • Rates are not applicable during blackout / high season dates
  • Personal expenses like porterage, mineral water, laundry, tele/fax, etc.
  • Any items not specifically mentioned under 'Inclusions'
  • Any extra cost incurred on behalf of an individual due to illness, accident, hospitalisation or any personal emergency
  • 5% GST & 2% TCS extra

Good to know

Visa: One-time Visa on Arrival charges are included. Original passport along with necessary documents must be submitted 60 days prior to departure; passport must be valid for at least six months from the return date.

  • All hotels are 3* & 4* category; hotels are subject to change based on flight schedules and availability
  • Passengers must carry a 5kg kitchen bag provided at the airport and hand it to the tour manager on arrival
  • Lunch and dinner are prepared by our Rajasthani Maharaj; hotels serve continental breakfast. Jain food is available, but no arrangements for Chowihar, Tithi meals, boiled water or alternate menu substitutions
  • Maharaj services are provided only if a minimum of 30 passengers travel together
  • High-season surcharge may apply during high seasons or international events; itinerary may change as per ground conditions
  • Luggage allowance: 1 medium suitcase (24 inches) and 1 carry-on/cabin bag (20 inches); internal flight baggage as per airline policy

Cancellation

  • 30 Days Prior - 50% of the Tour Cost
  • 15 Days Prior - 100% of the Tour Cost
  • INR 1,00,000 deposit is non-refundable; TCS is non-refundable in the event of tour cancellation

Full terms and conditions are in the brochure. Prices are per person, subject to change, and exclude 5% GST and TCS as applicable.