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20‑Day Philippines Adventure (Nov 18 – Dec 8, 2025)

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Day 1: Arrival & Manila Introduction

Morning: Land at Ninoy Aquino International Airport and transfer to your hotel in Manila. Enjoy a quick fresh‑stop and settle into your room.

Afternoon: Explore historic Intramuros, strolling through Fort Santiago and San Sebastian Church while learning about Spanish colonial history.

Evening: Dine at a rooftop restaurant overlooking Rizal Park, then relax with a gentle walk along the baywalk.

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Day 2: Manila to Tagaytay

Morning: Depart Manila for Tagaytay; stop at the Taal Volcano viewpoint for panoramic photos of the crater lake.

Afternoon: Visit the serene People’s Park in the Sky and enjoy a leisurely lunch with a view of the volcano.

Evening: Sample local delicacies such as bulalo at a hillside restaurant and watch the sunset over Taal Lake.

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Day 20: Departure from Manila

Morning: Pack and enjoy a relaxed brunch at Bonifacio Global City, browsing boutique shops.

Afternoon: Take a final stroll through National Museum of the Philippines to soak up culture before heading to the airport.

Evening: Transfer to Ninoy Aquino International Airport for your flight home, cherishing memories of the archipelago.

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Time and Cost Estimates

  • Intramuros (Manila) – 3 hrs – $12 entrance & guide
  • Rizal Park (Manila) – 2 hrs – Free
  • Taal Volcano Viewpoint (Tagaytay) – 2 hrs – $5 transport
  • People’s Park in the Sky (Tagaytay) – 1.5 hrs – $3 entry
  • Puerto Princesa Underground River (Palawan) – 5 hrs – $45 tour
  • El Nido Island Hopping (Palawan) – 8 hrs – $55 tour
  • Kawasan Falls (Cebu) – 4 hrs – $20 guide & transport
  • Oslob Whale Shark Watching (Cebu) – 3 hrs – $30 tour
  • Chocolate Hills (Bohol) – 2 hrs – $10 entry
  • Panglao Beach (Bohol) – 4 hrs – Free (optional snorkeling $15)
  • Cloud 9 (Siargao) – 5 hrs – $25 surf lesson
  • Boracay White Beach (Boracay) – 6 hrs – Free (water sports $20‑$40)
  • Mount Apo Trek (Davao) – 2 days – $150 guide & permits
  • Samal Island (Davao) – 3 hrs – $10 ferry + $12 beach entry
  • Manila City Tour (final day) – 3 hrs – $15 transport
  • Accommodation (20 nights) – – $1,200 (mid‑range)
  • Meals (average $20/day) – – $400
  • Inter‑island flights & ferries – – $350
  • Local transport & transfers – – $200
  • Miscellaneous (souvenirs, tips) – – $150
  • Total Estimated Cost:$2,607

Tips

If you need more time to relax, consider dropping the Mount Apo trek and adding an extra day on Boracay or Siargao for beach leisure. Conversely, to shorten the trip, combine Cebu and Bohol with a fast‑track island‑hopping tour and skip the Davao leg, which can reduce the itinerary by 3‑4 days without missing the major highlights.

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