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Filipino Beaches and Chocolate Hills
Philippines in 10 Days, 8 Nights in Destination
Hannah
Travel crafter
Unearth the wonders of the Philippines in this escape to pristine white sand beaches and crystal clear waters as you navigate its capital city before exploring the aquatic worlds of Bohol and Boracay.
Trip Highlights
- Bohol
- Boracay
- Manila
Included
All flights
Accommodation
All transfers
Activities
Breakfast only
Availability
Departures available until December 2026
Available Group tours
Solo travelers from + £ 1,010
Add up to 5 nights to your stay
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charm included
superior from + £ 600
luxury from + £ 1,100
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Itinerary
Discover the natural wonders of the Philippines in this excursion through serene beaches, colorful wildlife and endless sunshine! Get to know Manila, its capital city, explore the unusual geological formations of Chocolate Hills in Bohol and dive into the magical underwater world of Boracay.
1st Day: UK/Ireland - Night on board
Arrive at your UK/Ireland departure airport, ready for a flight to Manila. Night on board.
* If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
2nd Day: Manila
Upon arrival at the airport in Manila, you will be picked up by one of our representatives, taken to your respective vehicle before transferring directly to your hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure. Overnight stay in Manila.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
The Manila Hotel or similar
2094 Reviews
See our full selection
3rd Day: Manila
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy the day at leisure for you to familiarize yourself with the hustle and bustle of the capital of the Philippines. Why not go on a culinary adventure and sample the country’s famed street food? Alternatively, we recommend embarking on a city tour of Manila* with lunch included. Overnight stay in Manila.
* Optional City Tour of Manila with Lunch: Get to know the very best of Manila in this tour exploring the city’s main attractions including the neighborhood of Intramuros, the 0.67-square-kilometer (historic walled area within the city of Manila. For lunch, enjoy the local cuisine at a traditional Filipino restaurant, sure to leave your taste buds wanting more!
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
The Manila Hotel or similar
2094 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
City Tour of Manila with Lunch
Light
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4th Day: Manila - Bohol
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to the airport in Manila for a flight to Bohol, an island province known for its coral reefs and unusual geological formations, notably the Chocolate Hills.
After arriving, you can enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure. Alternatively, we suggest you take part in a full day excursion of dolphin watching before heading to Balicasag Island to swim with its turtles*. Overnight stay in Panglao-Bohol.
* Optional Dolphin watching and Excursion to Balicasag Island: Go on an aquatic adventure of a lifetime where you will get to observe dolphins in their natural habitat before diving and swimming with the resident sea turtles in Balicasag Island.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Panglao Bluewater Resort or similar
566 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Dolphin watching and Excursion to Balicasag Island
Moderate
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5th Day: Bohol
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, enjoy a full day tour of Bohol, including its scenic countryside. Start by visiting Blood Compact Shrine, a historical landmark commemorating the 1st Treaty of Friendship between the east and the west, before visiting the centuries-old Baclayon Church & Museum.
Then, drive to Loboc to get a chance to encounter a tarsier, one of the world’s smallest primates. From here, embark on a 50-minute long river cruise on board a native catamaran where you will get to enjoy delicious Filipino food for lunch.
Later, you will make your way to Chocolate Hills, driving through the lush Mahogany Man-Made forest and the green farmlands in Bilar and Batuan to enjoy a visit to Butterfly Farm and gaze at the variety of native species. You will end your tour by witnessing the cone shaped hills of lChocolate Hills atop a viewing deck. Overnight stay in Panglao-Bohol.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Panglao Bluewater Resort or similar
566 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Full Day Bohol Tour
Moderate
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6th Day: Bohol - Boracay
Breakfast at the hotel. Make your way to the station in Bohol to board a fast ferry to Cebu. Transfer to the airport for a flight to Boracay. Upon arrival, check-in to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure; take this time to acquaint yourself with your new surroundings. Why not explore the island’s pristine white sand beaches? Overnight stay in Boracay.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Boracay Mandarin White Sa... or similar
783 Reviews
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7th Day: Boracay
Breakfast at the hotel. Today is yours to spend as you see fit. Kick back, relax and enjoy the beauty of this charming small island known for its romantic sunsets and famous Filipino hospitality. Alternatively, you can take part in our optional helmet diving experience* that is sure to leave in complete awe. Overnight stay in Boracay.
* Optional Helmet Diving Experience: Helmet diving is the easiest and safest way to explore the underwater world where you get to literally walk among sea creatures and marine life—truly a once in a lifetime experience.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Boracay Mandarin White Sa... or similar
783 Reviews
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Activities
Helmet Diving Experience
Moderate
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8th Day: Boracay
Breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy another day completely at your leisure; take in the magic of Boracay at your own pace. Alternatively, why not go on an island hopping adventure*? Overnight stay in Boracay.
* Optional Island Hopping Tour with Lunch: Unearth the wonders of the Philippines’ most serene beaches in this excursion through various islands, including Puka Beach, Coral Garden, Tambisaan Beach, Ilig Iligan Beach and Crocodile Island where you will get to snorkel in the crystal clear waters and swim with colorful marine life. Lunch will be provided.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
Boracay Mandarin White Sa... or similar
783 Reviews
See our full selection
Activities
Full Day Island Hopping Tour with Lunch
Moderate
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9th Day: Boracay - Manila
Breakfast at the hotel. Free morning to spend at your leisure. In the afternoon, board a flight to head back to Manila where you will spend the rest of the day at your leisure. Perhaps you can take this time to do some last minute souvenir shopping to take back home with you. Overnight stay in Manila.
Accommodation
ONE OF OUR SELECTED HOTELS
The Manila Hotel or similar
2094 Reviews
See our full selection
10th Day: Manila - Night on board
Breakfast* at the hotel. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for your return flight back to the UK/Ireland .** Arrive in UK/Ireland and end your trip.
* Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
** If your return flight departs in the afternoon, it is possible that your arrival in UK/Ireland will be the next day.
Categories
charm
From £ 2,099
- 8 nights accommodation in Charm & Superior category hotels.
superior
From £ 2,699
- 8 nights accommodation in Superior category hotels.
luxury
From £ 3,199
- 8 nights accommodation in Luxury category hotels.
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Included activities
Available Activities
The price includes
- Departures from main UK/Ireland airports.
- International flights: UK/Ireland - Manila - UK/Ireland .
- Internal flights: Manila - Bohol, Cebu - Boracay, Boracay - Manila. *more information
- 8 nights accommodation in Charm & Superior category hotels.See hotels included
- 8 Breakfasts.
- Transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Visits and entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary.See itinerary
- All air taxes and fuel surcharge.
- Ferry Bohol - Cebu.
- ATOL Protection.
- English-speaking guide for part of the trip
Not included
Drinks, tips and any other services not mentioned in what's included.
* The details on your internal flight Manila - Bohol will become available either on the "My bookings" section of your Exoticca account 14 days before your trip or will be delivered on destination. The details for the other internal flights will be shared only through your Exoticca account.
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm your flight times and complete online check-in on the airline’s website. In the Philippines, you must present either a printed ticket or a proof of flight reservation on your mobile to gain access to the airport.
Maximum checked baggage limit on internal flights is 20kg.
Entry requirements
Valid passport with at least six months validity and a return ticket.
Visa
No visa is required for stays of up to 21 days.
Currency
Philippine Peso.
Language
Filipino.
Electricity
220 V. Adapter required.
Health
Please consult your doctor regarding malaria prophylaxis.
Time zone
UTC + 08:00.
Other useful information
Although tap water is drinkable, it is advisable to drink bottled water.
Tourist Office website
http://www.tourism.gov.ph/
Remember to download your e-ticket to confirm the times of your flights and to complete online check-in using the airline’s website, or directly at the check-in desk at the airport.
Accommodation at the hotels is as indicated. In the event of any changes to accommodation, they will always be of the same, or a higher category. The category of hotels is not standardized across all countries in the world. For this reason, the criteria may differ depending on the destination country's own standards.
In the case of adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons or for any other reasons deemed appropriate, the order and duration of the excursions included in the itinerary may be changed or cancelled without prior notice.
Triple room: the third bed will be a rollaway bed.
Children: 2-11 years.
The Foreign & Commonwealth Office offer up-to-date travel advice by visiting www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice.
If you have reduced mobility, require the use of a wheelchair, or you would prefer this tour to be a private experience for you and your group, you must contact our Experts at +44 20 8068 3176 before booking to ensure that your needs can be met.
While on the road, it is highly unlikely that the vehicle will be equipped with wifi or bathroom facilities, though rest stops will be made for long trips. We recommend purchasing a new SIM card at the airport or placing an e-SIM before travel to guarantee internet connection.
Room allocation: We will do our best to accommodate your family in the same room. If availability doesn't permit this, we guarantee your family will be accommodated as close together as possible. Children will always be accomodated in a room with at least 1 adult.
Car seats: Not available in all destinations. Feel free to take your own if you need one.
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