This tailor made family holiday includes stunning countryside tours, swimming with sea turtles and seeing tarsiers in their natural habitat. Paddle down a meandering river and cool off under refreshing blue waterfalls.
- See the iconic Chocolate Hills
- Snorkel with sea turtles
- Spot tarsiers in their natural habitat
- Learn stand-up paddle boarding
- Relax on tropical beaches
Endless possibilities for adventure, variety and contrasts await you in the Philippines, a country formed of thousands of islands scattered across the Pacific Ocean. This family holiday sees you explore the famous Chocolate Hills and try stand-up paddle boarding along a meandering river in the jungle. Learn about local legends on the mythical island of Siquijor and walk, jump and swim your way through a river canyon.
Typical Itinerary
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Day 1: Depart UK
Depart the UK on an overnight flight to Manila.
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Day 2: Arrive Manila
On arrival you will be transferred to your accommodation in the Bay of Manila, and then the rest of the day is at leisure.
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Day 3: Bamboo bike tour
Your guide will take you on a cycling tour of Intramuros, showing you some of the major historical and cultural sites of the old city.
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Day 4: Taal Town Heritage Tour
Learn about Taal's traditional handicrafts and the town's historic and cultural significance. -
Day 4: Taal Town Heritage Tour
Learn about Taal's traditional handicrafts and the town's historic and cultural significance. -
Day 5: Fly to Bohol
After breakfast, you're transferred to the airport for a flight to Bohol.
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Day 6: Bohol countryside tour
Spend a full day exploring the scenic countryside of Bohol. See the cone-shaped Chocolate Hills before enjoying a buffet dinner as you cruise down the river. This afternoon visit a tarsier sanctuary where you can spot these tiny primates in the forest with the help of your guide.
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Day 7: Stand up paddle boarding
Start your day with some stand-up paddle boarding along the Loboc River, before taking a ferry to the island of Dumaguete.
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Day 8: Apo snorkelling tour
Head out on a tour of Apo Island, famous for its fantastic snorkelling and sea turtle sanctuary.
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Day 9: Lake Balinsasayao
Spend the day swimming or kayaking in the scenic twin lakes of Balinsasayao and enjoy a short trek around the lake.
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Day 10: Siquijor
Explore the archaic churches and natural attractions of the mystical island of Siquijor.
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Day 11: At leisure
Today is left free for you to relax at the resort, visit the local markets or try snorkelling or scuba diving locally.
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Day 12: Cebu
This morning is at leisure before taking a ferry to the island of Cebu, known for its white sand beaches and spectacular diving and snorkelling.
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Day 13: At leisure
Relax by the beach or pool or join some of the tours or excursions available locally.
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Day 14: Canyoning
After an early check-out, transfer to the Kanloab River for a day of adventure. Climb, trek and swim along the course of the river before continuing to your final hotel on the island of Mactan.
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Day 15: Transfer to Cebu & fly back to the UK
Sadly, it’s time to depart. Transfer to the airport in time for your return flight to the UK, arriving the following morning.
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Day 16: Return UK
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Day 16: Return UK
Please note: This itinerary is only a suggestion. We can tailor make your trip so that it’s just right for you and your family.
Duration and Guide Prices
- Age Guide: 10+
- Itinerary Type: Tailor-made Holiday
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