Family Fun in the Philippines

Island Hopping & Snorkeling

10 DAYS / 9 NIGHTS EASY-MODERATE DEPARTURE DAILY

DELUXE FROM AU $5,510 PP

In the 10 days tour we explore the islands of Palawan, Puerto Princesa and El Nido. Experience the ultimate island life in Palawan, the Last Frontier of the Philippines. This island boasts white sand beaches, clear blue waters, a spectacular variety of marine life and shipwreck sites where you can fully maximize your ultimate island hopping, swimming and snorkelling.

Manila

2

El Nido 4

Puerto Princesa

3

Day 1: Arrival Manila

On arrival at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, you will be met by Tour Executive who will assist you with the transfer to the hotel. Stay overnight in Manila.

Day 2: Manila – Puerto Princesa B L

After breakfast enjoy a guided sightseeing tour of Manila and visit the historical sites of Walled City Intramuros. After lunch at a wellknown local restaurant, transfer to board afternoon flight to Puerto Princesa. Assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel. Stay three nights in Puerto Princesa.

Day 3: Puerto Princesa

B L

Subterranean River National Park & City Tour

After breakfast meet your tour guide at the lobby and accompanies him to the port to board the boat to the Subterranean River National Park,

the 8.2 kilometre-long underground river that boasts jaw-dropping cave formations, stunning limestone cliffs and pristine water. Later continue with sightseeing and visit the Immaculate Conception Cathedral, Baker’s Hills, Crocodile Farm and Plaza Cuartel.

Day 4: Puerto Princesa

B

Morning Free time & Evening Firefly Watching

Enjoy your leisurely breakfast as the day is free for your own activities. Later in the evening cruise along the Iwahig River with an accompanying guide and witness a wonderful light show of fireflies on the trees in the darkness.

Day 5: Puerto Princesa – El Nido B L

After an early breakfast travel to El Nido. Enjoy the scenic ride with lunch and photo stops. Stay four night in El Nido.

Day 6: El Nido B L Island Hopping Excursion (A)

Today gets ready for Island Hopping as we travel by motorboat to witness breathtaking views and magnificent rock formations, limestone cliffs, clear waters of Big Lagoon, Entalula Island, Secret Lagoon, Seven Commandos and Shimizu Island. You may opt to swim, snorkel or just relax and take pictures on one of the islands while the crew set up and prepare your lunch.

Day 7: El Nido

B L

Island Hopping Excursion (C)

After breakfast meet your local Guide and enjoy another island hopping tour surrounded by limestone hills, rock formations, cliffs perfect for snorkelling and diving sites (Helicopter Island, Hidden Beach, Matinloc Shrine, Secret Beach).

Day 8: El Nido B L Snake Island & Cave Exploration

After breakfast accompany your local Guide and explore Snake Island. Known to be one of the most unique spots that connect the mainland to an island at low tide and a sandbar under two feet of water gives you the feel of walking over the water.

Day 9: El Nido – Malila B

After breakfast transfer to board flight to Manila. Assistance on arrival and transfer to the hotel, remaining day free to relax or go shopping. Stay overnight in Mania.

Day 10: Manila Departure B

After breakfast tour finishes with a direct transfer to the Manila airport.

Tour Notes

Domestic Economy airfare included: AU$369pp

Combine your stand-alone or multi tour with wholesale return airfare and save

What’s included: 9 Nights deluxe accommodation Travel by air-conditioned vehicle and ferry Assistance and transfers Meals as specified Local English-speaking tour guide Monument entrance fees Airfare: Manila – Puerto Princesa El Nido – Malila in economy class Sightseeing as specified Bottled water while travelling and all current collectable taxes.