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A traditional outrigger boat anchored in a turquoise El Nido lagoon
PHILIPPINES TOUR PACKAGE

8 Days / 7 Nights Manila, Boracay, El Nido & Cebu Tour

The most compact of the range's four-destination circuits: Manila is trimmed to a single night with the city tour folded into arrival day, freeing up two nights each on Boracay, in El Nido and in Cebu — for agents who want all four regions covered without stretching the trip past a week.

Duration8 days / 7 nights
RouteManila 1N – Boracay 2N – El Nido 2N – Cebu 2N
Best forFirst-time Philippines travelers wanting beach, lagoon and heritage sights in one compact week
DepartureDaily, private or SIC basis

Package overview

This is the range's tightest four-destination routing: rather than giving Manila a separate sightseeing day, the city tour and a stop at the Destileria Limtuaco Museum are folded into arrival day itself, leaving Manila at a single night. That extra day is redistributed across Boracay, El Nido and Cebu, each getting two nights — enough for one signature activity apiece: island hopping, the El Nido lagoon tour, and Cebu's Twin City heritage circuit.

The trade-off for agents to flag: arrival day is busier than the standard Manila stop, combining an international arrival with a half-day city tour and museum visit. Three domestic flight sectors are needed to complete the loop — Manila–Boracay, Boracay–El Nido, and El Nido–Cebu — all quoted separately from the package.

Trip highlights

  • Manila city tour and Destileria Museum visit combined into arrival day
  • Boracay island-hopping tour with lunch included
  • El Nido boat tour: Secret Beach, Hidden Beach, Matinloc Shrine, Helicopter Island, Tapiutan Island
  • Cebu Twin City tour: Lapu-Lapu Monument, Magellan's Cross, Basilica Minore del Santo Niño
  • Four regions covered in one eight-day trip
  • Three domestic flight sectors required, not included

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Manila, city tour and Destileria Museum

Arrival in Manila followed by a half-day city tour: a drive through the financial district of Makati and Forbes Park, a stop at the war memorial in Bonifacio Global City, then the reclaimed Mall of Asia area and the Cultural Center along Roxas Boulevard, before a walking circuit of Rizal Park and Intramuros, passing San Agustin Church and Casa Manila and stepping inside Fort Santiago.

The day also includes a stop at the Destileria Limtuaco Museum, tracing the history of the Philippines' oldest distillery from the Spanish colonial period, with a wine tasting included.

Day 2: Flight to Boracay (domestic flight not included)

Check-out and transfer to the airport for the flight to Caticlan, the gateway to Boracay, with a boat transfer on to the island and the rest of the day free.

Day 3: Boracay island-hopping tour

A full day of island hopping around Boracay's surrounding islets, known for quieter beaches and snorkelling spots not visible from the main beach.

Day 4: Flight to El Nido (domestic flight not included)

Check-out and transfer to the airport for the flight to El Nido. On arrival, transfer to the hotel, with the rest of the day free to explore the town.

Day 5: El Nido tour with lunch

A full-day boat tour of El Nido's lagoons and islands, visiting Secret Beach, Hidden Beach, Matinloc Shrine, Helicopter Island and Tapiutan Island, with a local lunch served during the day.

Day 6: Flight to Cebu (domestic flight not included)

Check-out and transfer to the airport for the flight to Cebu, with the rest of the day free ahead of the city tour.

Day 7: Cebu Twin City tour

A city tour of Cebu's Spanish and Chinese-influenced landmarks: the Lapu-Lapu Monument, Magellan's Shrine, the Alegre Guitar Factory, Magellan's Cross, the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño, the Heritage of Cebu Monument, the Yap-San Diego ancestral house and the Taoist Temple, plus a running tour past Colon Street, Fuente Osmeña Circle and Capitol Site.

Day 8: Departure

Free time until transfer to the airport for the departure flight home.

What's included

  • English-speaking tour guides
  • Land transportation by air-con vehicles
  • Accommodation based on Twin-shared room with breakfast
  • Meals as mentioned in the program (no drinks)
  • Boat trips and admissions as mentioned in the program
  • Drinking water during the touring day (2 bottles/person/day)

Not included

  • Airfare (international and domestic) and airport tax ( on request )
  • Visa services (Visa approval letter/Visa stamp fee/ Visa fast track on request)
  • Early check-in/late check-out/ room upgrade surcharge
  • Other meals, Drinks, and personal expenses (phone call, laundry, tipping etc.)
  • Any services not mentioned in the program
  • Optional Tours
  • HOME
  • PROFILE
  • THAILAND
  • VIETNAM
  • INDONESIA
  • CAMBODIA
  • LAOS
  • PHILIPPINES
  • Bangkok
  • Phuket
  • Pattaya
  • Hua Hin
  • Krabi
  • Chiang Mai
  • Koh Samui
  • Ha Noi
  • Ho Chi Minh City
  • Da Nang
  • Ha Long Bay
  • Sa Pa
  • Mui Ne
  • Nha Trang
  • Phu Quoc
  • Da Lat
  • Hoi An
  • Hue
  • INDONESIA
  • Phnom Penh
  • Siem Reap
  • LAOS
  • INDIA
  • BLOG
  • SERVICES
  • REACH US

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Visa requirements, payment terms and cancellation rules for this destination are set out on our [Philippines travel information page](philippines/travel-information).

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Manila only one night on this itinerary?
The city tour and Destileria Museum visit are combined into arrival day to free up more nights for Boracay, El Nido and Cebu within an eight-day trip.
How many domestic flights does this routing need?
Three: Manila to Boracay, Boracay to El Nido, and El Nido to Cebu. All are quoted separately and not included in the package.
Is arrival day too packed for jet-lagged travelers?
It's a fair concern — arrival day combines the international flight with a half-day city tour and museum stop. For clients who'd rather rest on arrival, the nine-day version of this itinerary gives Manila a full separate sightseeing day.
Can this four-destination trip be shortened by dropping one stop?
Yes, dropping Boracay, El Nido or Cebu is possible as a custom routing; this itinerary is priced and scheduled as the full four-destination circuit.
Do Indian passport holders need a visa for the Philippines?
Indian nationals with a valid US, UK, Canada, Schengen, Japan or Australia visa or residency generally qualify for visa-free entry for short stays; otherwise a Philippine visa is required in advance.

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