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Clark → Cebu → Bohol 5-Day Practical Itinerary (Dec 13–17, 2025) with Adventures, Food & Transfers

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Day 1: Arrival + Ocean Park

Cebu City / Mactan, Philippines on December 13, 2025

10:15am

Flight: Clark → Cebu

Depart Clark for Cebu; flight time listed as 10:15am with ETA around 11:45am. Pack light for quick transfers if you plan Ocean Park at 2pm.
PHP0, 1h30m.

11:45am

Arrival: Mactan–Cebu International Airport

Arrive and clear immigration/security; transfer to Mactan or Cebu City hotel or directly to lunch depending on luggage and energy level.
PHP300, 1h0m.

12:30pm

Lunch — Lantaw Native Restaurant (Mactan or SRP branch)

Local seafood and Cebu specialties with good views (if you pick Lantaw SRP or Mactan). Great first taste of Cebu lechon/seafood and convenient before your afternoon activity. Typically open ~11:00am–9:00pm.
PHP350, 1h0m.

2:00pm

Cebu Ocean Park

Large marine park with exhibits, interactive tanks and shows — a relaxing, family-friendly afternoon; good if you want something near SM Seaside or Mactan depending on which park you visit. Check current hours (usually ~10:00am–6:00pm/7:00pm).
PHP700, 2h0m.

5:00pm

Hotel check-in / rest

Check into your hotel in Mactan or Cebu City and freshen up before dinner. Allow time for traffic between island and city.
PHP0, 1h0m.

7:00pm

Dinner — Rico's Lechon or Zubuchon (Cebu lechon)

Try Cebu's famous lechon (crispy roasted pork) at popular outlets — open evenings (~10:00am–9:00pm). A local must-eat and convenient near many city/airport hotels.
PHP450, 1h30m.

Day 2: Cebu Safari Day

Cebu (Carmen), Philippines on December 14, 2025

6:00am

Depart hotel for Cebu Safari & Adventure Park

Early departure recommended — Carmen (northern/central Cebu) is a 2–3 hour drive from Cebu City depending on traffic; leave early to maximize time at the park.
PHP800, 2h30m.

8:30am

Breakfast (on the way / packed)

Bring a light breakfast or stop en route—many small cafes open early; you can also eat at the park’s cafeteria but options can be limited.
PHP200, 0h30m.

9:00am

Cebu Safari & Adventure Park

Large animal sanctuary and nature-themed park with drives, walk areas, and viewpoints — open generally 8:00am–5:00pm. Great for wildlife viewing, family photos and easy nature walks.
PHP600, 4h0m.

1:30pm

Lunch near Carmen or return stop

Eat at a local eatery on the way back to Cebu City or at the park’s food stalls; portions are hearty and will refuel you after walking the grounds.
PHP300, 1h0m.

4:30pm

Return to Cebu City

Head back to Cebu City or Mactan to rest; traffic can be heavier late afternoon so allow buffer time.
PHP800, 2h0m.

7:30pm

Dinner — Sugbo Mercado (if open) or local restaurant

If Sugbo Mercado (food market) is operating that night, it’s a fun casual choice for multiple tastes; otherwise choose a restaurant near your hotel to rest after a long day. Many dinner spots open until late.
PHP400, 1h30m.

Day 3: Ferry to Bohol

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

6:30am

Check-out / early transfer to Cebu ferry terminal

Leave hotel early to get to the ferry terminal (Cebu Pier 1 or 3 depending on operator) and secure seats on a morning fast craft; lines can be long in high season.
PHP0, 1h0m.

8:30am

Ferry: Cebu → Tagbilaran (fast craft, e.g., OceanJet/SuperCat)

Fast ferry takes about 1.5–2 hours to Tagbilaran or Tubigon depending on operator; book in advance for December. Arrivals typically mid-morning.
PHP800, 2h0m.

10:45am

Arrival in Tagbilaran / transfer to Loboc

Transfer to Loboc River area for lunch cruise — travel time ~30–45 minutes from Tagbilaran to Loboc.
PHP200, 0h45m.

11:30am

Loboc River Lunch Cruise

Scenic floating buffet cruise with local music along the Loboc River; popular, so best to pre-book. Operating hours typically morning to mid-afternoon (11:00am–2:00pm for lunch cruises).
PHP600, 1h30m.

1:30pm

Chocolate Hills viewpoint (Carmen)

Visit the main Chocolate Hills complex for panoramic views and photos; site usually open 7:00am–6:00pm. It’s a 30–45 minute drive from Loboc depending on traffic.
PHP100, 1h0m.

3:00pm

Philippine Tarsier & Wildlife Sanctuary (Corella)

See the tiny Philippine tarsier in a regulated sanctuary; quiet and dim conditions help protect these animals. Sanctuaries commonly open 7:00am–5:00pm and have small entrance fees.
PHP60, 0h45m.

4:30pm

Head to Panglao / hotel check-in

Transfer to Panglao (Alona Beach area) and check into your hotel for the night; ideal beachside base for island hopping or diving the next day.
PHP300, 1h0m.

7:00pm

Dinner — Alona Beach restaurants

Dine on fresh seafood or international options along Alona Beach; many places open until late. Good chance to try local specialties and relax by the shore.
PHP500, 1h30m.

Day 4: Bohol Adventures

Panglao / Bohol, Philippines on December 16, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast at hotel

Early breakfast if you have a morning island-hopping/snorkel or dolphin-watching tour booked; most water tours depart 6:00–7:30am.
PHP250, 0h30m.

7:00am

Option A — Balicasag Island snorkeling & Virgin Island sandbar

Popular full-morning boat trip from Panglao to Balicasag (excellent snorkeling, sea turtles) and a stop at Virgin Island sandbar for photos — operators usually depart ~7:00–8:00am and return before lunch.
PHP1400, 4h0m.

7:00am

Option B — Anda day trip (zipline, caves, beaches)

If you prefer a land-based adventure, head east to Anda for cliff viewing, beach time and local ziplines/hanging bridges (operators typically run 8:00am–5:00pm); this is a full-day loop from Panglao.
PHP1800, 7h0m.

12:30pm

Lunch (return from tour / Anda local restaurant)

Enjoy a seafood lunch on the boat (Balicasag tour) or sample local fare in Anda if you took the land tour — island operators or beachside restaurants serve fresh grilled fish and rice.
PHP400, 1h0m.

3:00pm

Hinagdanan Cave or Bilar Man-made Forest (if time permits)

Visit Hinagdanan Cave on Panglao (open ~8:00am–5:00pm) for unique limestone formations or drive through the Bilar man-made forest for a quick scenic stop — both are short visits en route to hotel.
PHP100, 1h0m.

6:00pm

Return & freshen up

Back to your Panglao hotel to rest and rinse off after a water day or a full-adventure day in Anda.
PHP0, 1h0m.

7:30pm

Dinner — seaside grill in Panglao/Alona

Finish the day with sunset drinks and seafood or international cuisine along the beach; many venues offer live music in high season.
PHP500, 1h30m.

Day 5: Pasalubong + Flight to Manila

Panglao / Tagbilaran → Manila, Philippines on December 17, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Have a relaxed breakfast and enjoy a final short walk on Alona Beach if time allows; many hotels serve breakfast from 6:30–9:30am.
PHP250, 0h30m.

8:30am

Last-minute activities / pasalubong shopping

Visit souvenir shops in Tagbilaran or along Alona Beach for pasalubong (local chocolate, dried mangoes, peanut brittle); shops usually open from 8:00–9:00am onward.
PHP500, 1h30m.

9:00am

Check-out and transfer to Panglao (Bohol) International Airport

Aim to leave hotel by 9:00am to arrive at the airport by ~10:00am for a 12:00pm domestic flight — counters generally open 2 hours before departure; allow time for security.
PHP300, 1h0m.

12:00pm

Flight: Panglao (TAG) → Manila (MNL)

Domestic flight to Manila; flight duration ~1h20–1h40. Book seats earlier if you want window views of the islands.
PHP1800, 1h30m.

2:00pm

Arrival in Manila

Arrive in Manila, collect luggage and continue with onward travel or transfers home. If you have onward flights from Clark, plan additional transfer time.
PHP0, 0h30m.
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