Classic Filipino-Spanish café known for local breakfasts; good first taste of Manila near Intramuros. Cafe typically open 7:00am–11:00pm, so breakfast timing is flexible.
Explore the walled city to see Spanish colonial history and cobbled streets; Fort Santiago open roughly 8:00am–6:00pm and San Agustin Church 9:00am–6:00pm.
Taste classic Filipino-Chinese fare and street snacks along the world's oldest Chinatown — try lumpia, mami, and hopia; most stalls open 9:00am–9:00pm.
Free entrance (check seasonal closures) and great for Philippine art, anthropology and natural history; usually open 10:00am–5:00pm but confirm before visiting.
Book an early flight to maximize island time (direct flights usually 1.5–1h45m). Airlines vary schedules — check current flights and arrive 90 minutes before departure.
Tour A is the classic island-hopping loop (Big Lagoon, Small Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island) and usually departs between 8:00–8:30am; pack reef-safe sunscreen.
Typical island tour includes a freshly prepared boxed/boat lunch on one of the islands; dietary requests can often be accommodated if noted in advance.
Tour C visits dramatic coves and secluded beaches; tours typically depart 8:00–8:30am and return mid-afternoon. If you skip, use morning to snorkel or relax.
Kayangan Lake is famed for the clearest water in the Philippines; Twin Lagoon has dramatic limestone walls and tidal access — tours start ~7:30–8:00am and run to mid-afternoon.
Saltwater hot springs set in mangrove surroundings — open in afternoons/evenings and great after a day at sea; entrance usually around 3:00pm–10:00pm (check local times).
Coron is world-renowned for WWII wreck dives (certification required) and excellent snorkeling; dive shops run early morning trips — confirm certification and book in advance.