Northern Philippines & Islands on a Shoestring
17 days
Duration17 days
This 17-day trip brings together the very best of Filipino culture and hospitality with its simply perfect island beaches. Begin by heading north to explore remote villages and see stunningly green rice terraces. Then island-hop around Siquijor and Bohol, snorkelling and swimming to your heart's content. Check out Moalboal and swim with sardines. With two unique homestays to experience the warmth of the Philippines and its welcoming people, this tour is an experience you'll talk about for years to come.
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Duration: 17 daysService level: Basic
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Physical Grading: Light
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Ends in: Boracay IslandAges: 18+
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Itinerary
Day 1: Manila
Arrive at any time.
Day 2: Manila/Baguio
Travel north by bus, then enjoy an orientation walk upon arrival to Baguio. Opt to get a massage.
Meals: B
Day 3: Baguio/Sagada
After another long day of travel, arrive at the outdoor paradise of Sagada, a base for adventuring.
Meals: B
Day 4: Sagada
The natural beauty of the area features caves perfect for exploring, hikes along an underground river system, a waterfall and delightful pool to cool off in after a day of exploring. Relax in the quiet serenity only found off the beaten path—this is a place to just sit back, relax and enjoy the scenery.
Free day for hiking or a caving excursion. Opt to visit the hanging coffins the area is famous for.
Meals: B
Day 5: Sagada/Batad
Travel via jeepney along scenic mountain roads and then by foot on local hiking trails to reach a local village for an overnight homestay experience. Discover the daily lives of the Ifugao people. Enjoy a cultural performance and a local dinner.
The trekking here can be challenging, especially in inclement weather. If you don't feel fit enough for the activity, your CEO can help you organize some optional activities.
Meals: B, D
Day 6: Batad/Banaue
Hike back to the main road and hop in a jeepney bound for beautiful Banaue. Enjoy free time and views of the famous rice terraces.
Meals: B
Day 7: Banaue/Manila
Free time to trek along the terraces or relax. After soaking in the last of the spectacular views hop on an overnight bus to Manila.
Meals: B
Day 8: Manila
Start place: Manila
Please look out for signs in the hotel with details of the group meeting this evening. The meeting is a chance to meet the Chief Experience Officer (CEO) and the rest of the group before heading out for an optional evening meal.
Arrive at any time.
End place: Manila
Day 9: Manila/Siquijor
Start place: Manila
Fly to Dumaguete and transfer to the port to board a boat bound for the mystical island of Siquijor.
End place: Siquijor
Meals: B
Day 10: Siquijor
Start place: Siquijor
Enjoy free time to explore caves, waterfalls, coral-filled waters, and 106km (65 mi) of white-sand beaches. Snorkelling and diving are both great options here.
End place: Siquijor
Meals: B
Day 11: Siquijor/Bohol
Start place: Siquijor
Enjoy a homestay at a community tourism project. Please note accommodations here are basic.
Hop on a ferry to the island of Bohol, home to the tiny tarsier primates and beautiful Chocolate Hills formations. Enjoy a stay at a G Adventures supported homestay and learn about local life from the community.
End place: Bohol
Meals: B, D
Day 12: Bohol/Panglao
Start place: Bohol
This morning opt to join your host family as they tend to the farm before helping prepare a barbecue feast for lunch. After lunch together, say good bye to your hosts and head out to explore the famous Chocolate Hills.
End place: Panglao
Meals: B, L
Day 13: Panglao
Start place: Panglao
Free day to tour the island or go snorkelling.
End place: Panglao
Meals: B
Day 14: Panglao/Cebu City
Start place: Panglao
Board a boat to bustling Cebu, home to the country's busiest sea port. Opt to take a tour of the city.
End place: Cebu City
Meals: B
Day 15: Cebu City/Boracay Island
Start place: Cebu City
Fly to the breathtakingly gorgeous island of Boracay. White-sand beaches and bright, turquoise waters await.
End place: Boracay Island
Meals: B
Day 16: Boracay Island
Start place: Boracay Island
Enjoy a free day on the island. Opt to go snorkelling, scuba diving, or just chill out on the beach.
End place: Boracay Island
Meals: B
Day 17: Boracay Island
Start place: Boracay Island
Depart at any time.
End place: Boracay Island
Meals: B
Inclusions
Included
- Your G for Good Moment: Bohol Island Homestay, Bohol Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group Your Local Living Moment: Batad Homestay, Batad
- Orientation walk (Baguio)
- Rice terraces trek (Batad)
- Cultural performance (Batad)
- Orientation to local community (Bohol)
- Chocolate Hills visit
- Beach time in Siquijor, Bohol, Panglao, and Moalboal
- Canyoneering Kawasan Falls
- Sardine Snorkelling
- Departure Transfer
- Internal flights
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
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Transport
Taxi, Plane, Walking, Ferry, Public bus, Jeepney -
Accommodation
Simple hotels (twin-share) or hostels (multi-share) (13 nts), Homestays (2 nts, multi-share), Overnight bus (1 nt)