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8-Day Cebu & Bohol Trip

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Overview

Home to 7,641 dazzling islands, the Philippines is a one-stop country that can give you a full package from its rich culture, variety of wonderful islands, endless diving spots and a lot more to see. The country is home to so many activities from the wildest adventure up to more relaxing and fun escapade.

Embark on this 8-day trip to experience the best Bohol and Cebu, two of the Philippines' most celebrated islands. Beginning in Bohol, you'll experience the rich landscapes of this island from beautiful beaches to the breathtaking jungle. You'll spend your days ziplining over the Loboc River, laying eyes on the world's smallest primate and admiring Bohol's wonderful scenery.

Moving onto Cebu, you'll tick off a major bucket-list item - swimming with whale sharks. These gentle giants flock to this island and you can experience their gentle nature as you swim with the world's largest fish. If that wasn't enough, you'll also experience the famous sardine run, where over one million sardines gather each year!
Outdoors & Nature
Adventure
Diving
Hiking & Trekking

Itinerary

Day 1

Today you start your Bohol trip!

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Today you start your Bohol trip!

Today, you'll arrive in Manila then you'll check-in for your onward flight to Tagbilaran, Bohol. Upon arrival on the island, you'll be met and transferred to your four-star resort accommodation in a shared van. After checking in, you'll have the rest of the day to relax in luxury after your long journey. You can relax around the hotel pool or enjoy the 300-metre, white sand beach that lies in front of it.

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    Accommodation

    Amun Ini Beach Resort & Spa4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Transportations

    Plane from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Tagbilaran Airport Terminal Building

    Minivan from Tagbilaran Airport Terminal Building to Amun Ini Beach Resort & Spa

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    Destinations

    Anda

Day 2

Rice Terraces & Waterfalls

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Rice Terraces & Waterfalls

Today, you will drive to the eastern side of Bohol to see the magnificent Cadapdapan Rice Terraces. The walk to the view-point of this man-made rice terraces will be about one to one and a half hours long. Afterwards, there is an option to visit the can Umantad Waterfalls, the highest waterfalls in Bohol for another 30-minute walk. You can swim and relax there for a while soaking up the scenery. You will have your late lunch at Quinale Beach, one of the finest white sand beaches in Bohol.

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    Accommodation

    Amun Ini Beach Resort & Spa4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Cadapdapan Rice Terraces & Umantad Waterfalls Tour

    Cadapdapan Rice Terraces

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Anda

    Guindulman

Day 3

Cave Tour

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Cave Tour

This morning, you will head out to explore the Hinagdanan Cave. The Hinagdanan Cave is one of the many wondrous caves in the island province of Bohol. The cave’s entrance, which leads to a cavern that is less than a hundred meters long, can only be entered one at a time. The slimy and smooth friction on the walkway is caused by the cave’s natural water droplets. Upon entering the cave, you'll be in awe of this amazing stalactite and stalagmite formations inside.

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    Accommodation

    Amun Ini Beach Resort & Spa4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Caving Tour in Bohol

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Anda

Day 4

The Beauty of Bohol

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The Beauty of Bohol

Today, you'll explore the best of what Bohol has to offer. You'll begin the day by visiting the Chocolate Hills, one of Bohol's most famous attractions. On first sight, these hills look manmade but they are in fact completely natural. Then, you'll board a boat and sail down the beautiful Loboc River, flanked by lush green jungle. You'll pass the forest and hope to hope some Tarsier, the world's smallest primate. You'll move to your new hotel after the tour.

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    Accommodation

    South Palms Resort Panglao5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Chocolate Hills & Tarsier Tour

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Anda

    Central Visayas

    Panglao

Day 5

Free Day during your Bohol trip

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Free Day during your Bohol trip

Today, you have the entire day free to spend as you wish in Bohol. From your hotel in Panglao, you can reach a number of different attractions in Bohol, an island known for its superb beaches, amazing landscapes and stunning waters. You may want to visit Alona Beach, one of Bohol's best beaches or go on a diving or snorkelling tour to one of the many spots that surround the island. There is an abundance of marine life off the coast of Bohol and Panglao.

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    Accommodation

    South Palms Resort Panglao5 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Free Day in Bohol

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Panglao

Day 6

Swimming with Whale Sharks in Oslob

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Swimming with Whale Sharks in Oslob

Today, you will be up early to travel to the port to catch the ferry from Panglao to the neibouring island of Cebu. Here, you'll travel to Oslob where you'll experience a once-in-a-lifetime experience - swimming with whale sharks! The largest fish in the world, these gentle giants gather here in abundant numbers and offer a bucket-list-worthy experience. Afterwards, you'll travel to Kawasan Falls, another highlight of Cebu, and then to Moalboal where you'll stay the night.

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    Accommodation

    Turtle Bay Dive Resort4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Swimming with Whale Sharks in Oslob and Kawasan Falls Tour

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    Transportations

    Minivan from South Palms Resort Panglao to Panglao Port

    Ferry from Panglao Port to Oslob

    Minivan from Oslob to Turtle Bay Dive Resort

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    Meals

    Breakfast and lunch

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    Destinations

    Panglao

    Oslob

    Moalboal

Day 7

Pescador Island & Sardine Run

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Pescador Island & Sardine Run

Today will be a truly fascinating experience. On this tour, you will have the opportunity to encounter over one million sardines swimming together. This famous dive site in Panagsama area lets you witness the mind-blowing sardine run. You'll travel to Pescador Island, an unhabitated island whose surrounding waters are known for their abundant underwater residents - shoals of fish, coral and maybe evening some dolphins. After these activities, you will have your lunch and head back to your hotel.

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    Accommodation

    Turtle Bay Dive Resort4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Pescador Island and Sardine Run Tour

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Moalboal

    Philippines

Day 8

Departure Day

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Departure Day

This morning after breakfast, you'll be transferred to Cebu airport where you'll catch your domestic flight to Manila. In Manila, you'll then catch your departing flight.

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    Transportations

    Minivan from Turtle Bay Dive Resort to Mactan-Cebu International Airport

    Plane from Mactan-Cebu International Airport to Ninoy Aquino International Airport

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Moalboal

Included in Price

  • 7 nights accommodation
  • 6 activities
  • 7 breakfasts and 4 lunches
  • Airport transfer
  • Domestic flights
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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