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Philippines island Explorer

11 NIGHTS | 12 DAYS

Experience the best of the Philippines on a 12-day island journey through Manila, Boracay and El Nido.

Combine city culture with white-sand beaches, tropical island hopping and the spectacular coastal scenery of Palawan.

FROM

AUD $1,499

Valid until Dec-2027*

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Core

  • Quality 3 star accommodation

  • Comfortable private or shared transfers

  • Essential sightseeing & key attractions

  • Experienced local guides

  • Daily breakfast & selected meals

  • All standard entrance fees included

  • A well-planned itinerary with time to explore

  • Best for: Travellers seeking great value without missing the highlights

Signature

  • Upgraded 4-star accommodation

  • Everything included in Core

  • Additional curated local experiences

  • More included meals & dining experiences

  • Enhanced sightseeing and cultural activities

  • Added convenience and comfort throughout

  • Special Holidayscapes Signature Experiences

  • Best for: Travellers wanting a richer experience with extra comfort and inclusions

Prestige

  • Premium 5 star accommodation

  • Everything included in Signature

  • Exclusive or private experiences where available

  • Premium dining & special destination experiences

  • Additional activities and enhanced inclusions

  • Priority upgrades and added comforts where available

  • Special touches designed to make the journey memorable

  • The highest level of inclusions in the Holidayscapes range

  • Best for: Travellers wanting to experience more with fewer compromises

Day 01

WELCOME TO PHILIPPINES | MANILA

Travel Time: Approx. Airport Transfer


Begin your Philippines journey in the vibrant capital of Manila.
 

Arrive at Ninoy Aquino International Airport, where you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel.
 

Check in, settle into your accommodation and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
 

Highlights:
Arrival in Manila • Airport transfer • Time at leisure
 

Overnight: Manila
Meals: As per selected tier

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Day 02

MANILA | Heritage & City Discovery

Travel Time: Local Touring
 

Discover the history, culture and character of Manila on your included city tour.
 

Explore key heritage areas and city sights before returning to your hotel.
 

Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
 

Highlights:
Manila city sights • Heritage areas • Filipino culture
 

Overnight: Manila
Meals: As per selected tier

Day 03

MANILA - BOROCAY | Tropical Island Escape

Travel Time: Domestic flight + land transfer
 

Leave Manila behind and begin your island adventure.

Travel by domestic flight to Caticlan before continuing by included transfer to Boracay.
 

Check in to your hotel and enjoy your first afternoon or evening surrounded by the island’s relaxed tropical atmosphere.
 

Highlights:
Domestic flight • Arrival in Boracay • Island transfer • Free time
 

Overnight: Boracay
Meals: As per selected tier

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Swimming in Island Beach

Day 04

BOROCAY | Island Hopping Experience

Travel Time: Local boat touring
 

Discover Boracay from the water on your included island hopping experience.
 

Cruise through tropical waters, explore scenic coastal areas and enjoy the beautiful island surroundings that have made Boracay one of the Philippines’ best-known beach destinations.
 

Return to your hotel later in the day and enjoy the evening at leisure.
 

Highlights:
Boracay island hopping • Tropical waters • Coastal scenery • Island lifestyle
 

Overnight: Boracay
Meals: As per selected tier

Day 05

BOROCAY | Free Day in Paradise

Travel Time: At Leisure
 

Enjoy a full day to relax and experience Boracay at your own pace.
 

Spend time on its famous white-sand beaches, swim in the tropical waters or explore the island’s restaurants, shops and beachfront atmosphere.
 

Selected higher-tier packages include additional experiences during your Boracay stay.
 

Highlights:
White Beach • Free time • Relaxation • Island lifestyle
 

Overnight: Boracay
Meals: As per selected tier

Tropical Sunset Beach
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Day 06

BOROCAY | Leisure & Tier Experiences

Travel Time: At Leisure / Local Activities
 

Enjoy another day in Boracay to make the most of your island stay.
 

Relax by the beach or enjoy additional activities included with your selected tier. Prestige guests receive enhanced experiences including a Boracay Sunset Cruise and Helmet Diving.
 

Spend your final evening soaking up Boracay’s tropical atmosphere.
 

Highlights:
Beach time • Island activities • Sunset experiences • Free time
 

Overnight: Boracay
Meals: As per selected tier

Day 07

BOROCAY - EL NIDO | Palawan Awaits

Travel Time: Domestic flight + airport transfer
 

After breakfast, check out and transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
 

Fly from Caticlan to El Nido and transfer to your hotel.

Settle in and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure, surrounded by the dramatic landscapes of Palawan.
 

Highlights:
Flight to El Nido • Palawan arrival • Hotel transfer • Free time
 

Overnight: El Nido
Meals: As per selected tier

Beachfront Relaxation Spot
Tropical Beach

Day 08

EL NIDO | Island Hopping Tour A

Travel Time: Local Boat Touring
 

Experience the spectacular island scenery of El Nido on your included Island Hopping Tour A.

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Cruise through turquoise waters and discover the dramatic limestone landscapes, tropical islands and coastal scenery that make El Nido one of Palawan’s signature destinations.
 

Return to your hotel later in the day and enjoy the evening at leisure.
 

Highlights:
El Nido Island Hopping • Tropical islands • Lagoons • Coastal scenery
 

Overnight: El Nido
Meals: As per selected tier

Day 09

EL NIDO | Island Adventure

Travel Time: Local boat touring / at leisure
 

Continue exploring El Nido or enjoy time at leisure depending on your selected tier.
 

Signature guests also receive Island Hopping Tour C, while Prestige includes additional Island Hopping Tours B and C, providing a more extensive exploration of El Nido’s islands.
 

Highlights:
El Nido islands • Tropical scenery • Tier-based touring • Free time
 

Overnight: El Nido
Meals: As per selected tier

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swing on the beach

Day 10

EL NIDO | Final Day in Paradise

Travel Time: At leisure / local touring
 

Enjoy your final full day in El Nido.
 

Relax at your hotel, explore the local area or continue discovering the region’s islands and coastal scenery through activities included in your selected package.
 

Take in one last evening in Palawan before returning to Manila.
 

Highlights:
Free time • Palawan scenery • Island lifestyle • Relaxation
 

Overnight: El Nido
Meals: As per selected tier

Day 11

EL NIDO - MANILA | Return to the Capital

Travel Time: Domestic flights via Cebu + airport transfer
 

Enjoy your final full day in El Nido.
 

After breakfast, check out and begin your journey back to Manila.
 

The flight schedule supplied with the package routes El Nido to Caticlan and Caticlan to Manila, while the outbound routing includes Manila–Cebu–El Nido.
 

On arrival in Manila, transfer to your hotel for your final night and enjoy the remainder of the evening at leisure.
 

Highlights:
El Nido departure • Domestic flight • Return to Manila • Final night
 

Overnight: Manila
Meals: As per selected tier

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Day 12

MANILA - AIRPORT | Farewell Philippines

Travel Time: Airport transfer
 

Enjoy your final full day in El Nido.
 

Your Philippines Island Explorer comes to an end today.

Enjoy breakfast and your final morning before checking out of your hotel.
 

Transfer to Ninoy Aquino International Airport in time for your onward journey.
 

Highlights:
Final morning in Manila • Airport transfer • Farewell Philippines
 

Meals: As per selected tier

ADDITIONAL

EXPERIENCES  | Tier Specific
 

Core

  • Half-Day Manila City Tour

  • Boracay Island Hopping

  • El Nido Island Hopping Tour A

  • Shared Boracay transfer
     

Signature

  • Signature experiences, plus:

    • Premium Boracay Island Hopping

    • El Nido Tour A

    • El Nido Tour C


Prestige

  • Includes Signature experiences, plus:

    • Premium Manila airport transfer

    • Premium Boracay airport transfer

    • Premium Boracay Island Hopping

    • Boracay Sunset Cruise

    • Boracay Helmet Diving

    • El Nido Tour A

    • El Nido Tour B

    • El Nido Tour C

    • Free minibar

    • Welcome drink

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Core

3★ Selected Hotels
Shared or Standard Sightseeing
Comfortable Transfers
Essential Attractions
Airport Transfers

FROM

AUD $1,499

per person on twin-share basis

Great Experiences | Exceptional Value

Signature

4★ Superior Hotels
Private Sightseeing
Premium Private Transfers
Additional Experiences
Enhanced Dining Inclusions

FROM

AUD $1,899

per person on twin-share basis

More Comfort | More Exepriences

RECOMMENDED

Prestige

5★ Luxury Hotels
Private Touring with Chauffer
Premium Airport Transfers
Exclusive premium Experiences
Premium Dining Experiences

FROM

AUD $2,299

per person on twin-share basis

Luxury Accommodation & Experiences

Tour Inclusions & Important Information. Everything you need to know about what’s included, what’s not, and key travel conditions.

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PRIVATE

GROUP TOURS

Travelling with friends or family? We can curate this fantastic tour as your own private group experience, tailored to your group’s travel dates and requirements.

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