10‑Day Philippines Adventure – June

Day 1: Arrival in Manila & Intramuros

Morning: Arrive at Ninoy Aquino International Airport and transfer to a budget guesthouse in the city centre. Settle in and enjoy a light breakfast.

Afternoon: Explore Intramuros, the historic walled city, visiting Fort Santiago and San Agustin Church.

Evening: Stroll along Manila Bay to catch the sunset and dine on local street food.

Day 2: Manila Highlights

Morning: Visit Rizal Park and the National Museum to learn about Filipino heritage.

Afternoon: Wander through Chinatown (Binondo) for a food‑tour and shop for souvenirs.

Evening: Relax at the guesthouse or enjoy a low‑key night market visit.

Day 3: Tagaytay & Taal Volcano

Morning: Take a private van to Tagaytay (≈2 h). Check into a budget inn with a view.

Afternoon: Head to the Taal Volcano Viewpoint at People’s Park in the Sky, enjoy the cool breeze and photo ops.

Evening: Dine on the famous “Bulalo” stew while admiring the crater lake at sunset.

Day 4: Manila → Cebu

Morning: Return to Manila and catch a low‑cost flight to Cebu City.

Afternoon: Check into a shared hostel and explore Magellan’s Cross and the historic Fort San Pedro.

Evening: Sample Cebu’s nightlife on Colon Street or enjoy a quiet dinner by the harbor.

Day 5: Kawasan Falls Adventure

Morning: Travel by van to Badian (≈3 h) and begin the trek to Kawasan Falls.

Afternoon: Swim, cliff‑jump, and optionally join a guided canyoning tour.

Evening: Return to Cebu City; relax at the hostel and share photos of the day.

Day 6: Cebu → Bohol

Morning: Take an early ferry to Bohol (≈2 h) and settle into a beachfront dormitory.

Afternoon: Visit the iconic Chocolate Hills and stop at the Tarsier Sanctuary.

Evening: Enjoy dinner on Panglao Beach and a bonfire with the group.

Day 7: Bohol Exploration

Morning: Relax on the white sands of Panglao Beach, try snorkeling or paddle‑boarding.

Afternoon: Take a dolphin‑watching tour and explore the nearby Hinagdanan Cave.

Evening: Return to the hostel for a casual night out in Alona Street.

Day 8: Bohol → Palawan (El Nido)

Morning: Fly from Tagbilaran to Manila, then connect to a flight to El Nido, Palawan.

Afternoon: Check into a budget beachfront cottage and unwind.

Evening: Walk along the shoreline and enjoy fresh seafood at a local eatery.

Day 9: El Nido Island Hopping

Morning: Join a group tour to the Small Lagoon and Big Lagoon, kayaking through turquoise waters.

Afternoon: Continue island hopping to Secret Beach and enjoy snorkeling.

Evening: Return to town, freshen up, and have a farewell dinner with the group.

Day 10: Return to Manila & Departure

Morning: Fly back to Manila, allowing time for any last‑minute souvenir shopping.

Afternoon: Transfer to Ninoy Aquino International Airport for departure.

Evening: Arrive home with memories of a budget‑friendly Philippine adventure.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Intramuros (Manila) – 2 h – 450 INR (group)
• Rizal Park – 1 h – Free
• Manila Bay Sunset – 1 h – Free
• Tagaytay – Taal Volcano Viewpoint – 3 h – 1,200 INR
• Van transfer Manila‑Tagaytay – 2 h – 1,800 INR
• Round‑trip flight Manila‑Cebu – 1.5 h – 18,000 INR
• Magellan’s Cross & Fort San Pedro – 2 h – 600 INR
• Van to Kawasan Falls – 3 h – 1,200 INR
• Kawasan Falls (canyoning) – 4 h – 1,800 INR
• Ferry Cebu‑Bohol – 2 h – 3,600 INR
• Chocolate Hills – 2 h – 1,200 INR
• Panglao Beach – 3 h – Free
• Round‑trip flight Manila‑El Nido (via Puerto Princesa) – 2 h – 24,000 INR
• Small & Big Lagoon Tour – 4 h – 15,000 INR
• Accommodation (9 nights, shared rooms) – 54,000 INR
• Food (average 500 INR/day per person) – 30,000 INR
• Local transport (buses, tricycles, van hires) – 6,000 INR
• Total Estimated Cost – 240,000 INR

Tips

To stretch the trip, add an extra day in Palawan to explore Coron or a day in Siquijor for its waterfalls. If you need to cut costs, consider swapping a flight to El Nido with a budget overnight ferry to Puerto Princesa and stay there instead; this reduces airfare by up to 8,000 INR while still offering stunning island scenery. Booking all inter‑island flights and ferries well in advance secures the lowest rates.