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Cebu & Bohol 5-Day Route (Dec 13–17, 2025) — Flights, Cebu Ocean Park, Cebu Safari, Chocolate Hills & Bohol Adventures

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Day 1: Arrival & Ocean Park

Cebu City, Philippines on December 13, 2025

08:30am

Arrive at Clark Airport & check-in

Arrive 2 hours before domestic flight for check-in and security; pick up any last-minute travel snacks and boarding pass.
PHP0, 1h30m

10:15am

Flight: Clark to Cebu

Depart Clark (CRK) for Mactan–Cebu (CEB); flight ETA provided: 11:45am — use this to coordinate transfers.
PHP0, 1h30m

11:45am

Arrival: Mactan–Cebu Intl Airport

Arrive Cebu; collect baggage and take a taxi/Grab to SRP or your hotel (approx. 25–45 minutes depending on traffic).
PHP300, 45m

12:30pm

Lunch — Lantaw SRP

Seafood & Filipino dishes with a bay view at SRP; a great first taste of Cebu (open daily, typically 10:00am–10:00pm).
PHP450, 1h

02:00pm

Cebu Ocean Park

Large marine park with aquarium tunnels, sea lion & penguin exhibits — excellent for relaxed exploration and photos (open ~10:00am–6:00pm; last admission times vary).
PHP750, 2h

04:30pm

Hotel check-in & rest

Check into your Cebu City or SRP/Pit-os hotel; freshen up and relax before evening plans.
PHP0, 1h30m

06:30pm

Optional: Tops Lookout (sunset)

Short drive up to Busay for panoramic sunset views over Cebu City — good timing if you want night city photos (open until late evening).
PHP200, 1h

08:00pm

Dinner — Rico's Lechon or Casa Verde (Cebu)

Try Cebu lechon at Rico's or hearty comfort food and generous portions at Casa Verde in Lahug/IT Park (both open evenings); great way to sample local flavors.
PHP500, 1h30m

Day 2: Cebu Safari Day

Carmen / Cebu Province, Philippines on December 14, 2025

07:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Early breakfast and pack a light day bag — the Safari day is active and includes walking and open-air areas (hotel breakfast usually 6:30–9:30am).
PHP250, 30m

08:00am

Drive to Cebu Safari & Adventure Park (Carmen)

Travel from Cebu City to Carmen (~1.5–2 hours depending on traffic); leave early to maximize time at the park.
PHP1200, 1h45m

09:45am

Cebu Safari & Adventure Park

A large hillside park with animals, tram rides, and walking trails — ideal for wildlife viewing and photo stops (park generally opens 8:00am–5:00pm).
PHP700, 4h

02:00pm

Lunch — Safari Park Cafe or nearby restaurant

Casual meal inside/near the park: expect Filipino staples; good to refuel before more exploring or the return drive.
PHP350, 1h

03:30pm

Return to Cebu City

Drive back to the city; optional stop for photos en route or a quick coffee break in Talisay or Consolacion.
PHP0, 1h30m

06:30pm

Dinner — La Vie Manila Bakery & Bistro or local Ilo/IT Park option

Choose a relaxed dinner in IT Park or Mango Avenue area; plenty of choices open until late evening.
PHP500, 1h30m

08:30pm

Evening: Optional nightlife or rest

Stroll IT Park or rest at hotel; charge devices and prepare for early ferry next day if heading to Bohol in the morning.
PHP0, 1h30m

Day 3: Ferry to Bohol

Tagbilaran & Panglao, Bohol, Philippines on December 15, 2025

06:00am

Early breakfast & hotel checkout

Have an early breakfast and check out; pack luggage for transfer to Cebu port if you depart from Cebu City early (or transfer straight from hotel to Pier 1).
PHP250, 30m

07:30am

Ferry: Cebu to Tagbilaran (fast ferry)

Board a fast ferry (OceanJet/FastCat) from Cebu Pier 1 to Tagbilaran — typical duration ~1h45m; morning sailings common (book in advance).
PHP800, 1h45m

09:30am

Arrive Tagbilaran; transfer to Tarsier Sanctuary (Corella)

Short drive to the Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary in Corella to see tarsiers in a protected setting (open ~8:00am–5:00pm; keep noise/flash to minimum).
PHP60, 45m

11:00am

Loboc River Cruise (lunch cruise)

Enjoy a scenic buffet lunch on the Loboc River on traditional floating restaurants — popular schedule around 11:30am–1:00pm; book ahead for preferred times.
PHP400, 1h30m

01:00pm

Chocolate Hills viewpoint (Carmen)

Drive to the Chocolate Hills viewpoint for panoramic views of the unique karst hills — ideal mid-afternoon visit (viewpoint open 8:00am–5:00pm).
PHP50, 1h

02:30pm

Bilar Man-Made Forest drive & Baclayon Church quick stop

Short scenic drive through the Mahogany (Man-Made) Forest en route to historic Baclayon Church — quick photo/opportunity to explore a centuries-old church (Baclayon often open 8:00am–5:00pm).
PHP20, 45m

04:00pm

Check-in Panglao / Alona Beach hotel

Arrive in Panglao, check in to your beach-area hotel; relax on the beach before dinner.
PHP0, 30m

07:00pm

Dinner — Bohol Bee Farm or Hinagdanan-cafe option

Dine at Bohol Bee Farm for farm-to-table Filipino dishes and unique desserts (open evenings; reserve if busy) or try a beachside restaurant in Alona.
PHP550, 1h30m

Day 4: Bohol Adventures

Panglao / Bohol, Philippines on December 16, 2025

06:00am

Breakfast & choose adventure

Early breakfast and confirm bookings — today you can choose Danao Adventure Park activities or island-hopping to Balicasag for snorkeling. Many operators start early; book ahead.
PHP250, 30m

07:00am

Option A — Balicasag Island Snorkeling & Dolphin Watching

Depart Panglao for a boat trip to Balicasag and Virgin Island: excellent snorkeling with turtles and colorful reefs; dolphin watching typically very early (5:00–7:00am) if you want to add it. Tours usually run 4–6 hours (boat operators open early).
PHP1500, 5h

08:00am

Option B — Danao Adventure Park (Bohol) or alternative zipline/adventure

If you prefer land-based adrenaline, book Danao Adventure Park activities (ziplines, rappelling, river tubing/rafting) — park activities generally operate 8:00am–4:00pm; pre-book for time slots and safety briefing.
PHP1200, 5h

01:30pm

Lunch — beachside Panglao restaurant

Return to Panglao for a relaxed lunch (seafood or Filipino fare) and downtime after a morning of activity — many restaurants open 11:00am onward.
PHP400, 1h

03:00pm

Relax or optional activities (spa / beach / snorkeling)

Afternoon free for spa treatments, paddleboarding, or another short snorkeling trip around Alona — many operators open until late afternoon.
PHP600, 2h

06:30pm

Dinner — Gerarda’s / Local beachfront grill

Enjoy a seaside dinner at a recommended Panglao restaurant such as Gerarda’s or a beachfront grill for fresh seafood and local specialties.
PHP600, 1h30m

Day 5: Pasalubong & flight

Panglao / Tagbilaran, Bohol, Philippines on December 17, 2025

06:30am

Early beach stroll & breakfast

Short morning walk on Alona Beach and hotel breakfast; a calm start before packing and shopping for pasalubong (souvenirs/food gifts).
PHP200, 45m

07:30am

Pasalubong shopping — Tagbilaran market / Alona shops

Visit Tagbilaran Public Market or Alona Beach souvenir shops for popular pasalubong like peanut kisses, calamay, dried mangoes and other local delicacies; markets open early (approx. 7:00am onward).
PHP500, 1h

09:00am

Check-out & transfer to Bohol–Panglao Airport (TAG)

Allow ~30–45 minutes transfer time from Panglao hotels to Bohol–Panglao (TAG) airport; aim to arrive by 10:00am for a 12:00pm flight to Manila.
PHP400, 1h

10:00am

Airport check-in & security

Check in for your 12:00pm flight to Manila, drop luggage, and pass security; use remaining time to pick last-minute snacks or duty-free items at the airport.
PHP0, 1h

12:00pm

Flight: Panglao/Tagbilaran to Manila

Depart Bohol (TAG) for Manila — arrive home or connect onwards. Safe travels!
PHP0, 1h30m
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