Siargao Island is known as the surfing capital of the Philippines, but it also has plenty of relaxation options such as beach bumming, island hopping, and visiting Sugba Lagoon. You can also enjoy the nightlife at General Luna and Cloud 9 Boardwalk.
The Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park boasts a network of caves, stalactites, and a 5-mile-long underground river that flows into the South China Sea. This UNESCO World Heritage site can be explored by boat, and you can also enjoy relaxing in the nearby beaches.
El Nido is a paradise that features stunning beaches, lagoons, and lush limestone cliffs. You can join island hopping tours to explore the secret lagoons, caves, and beaches. Spend your afternoon relaxing aboard the tour boat while enjoying the sea breeze.
Boracay Island has become one of the popular tourist destinations in the Philippines, famous for its stunning white-sand beaches and vibrant nightlife. You can relax on the beach, snorkel, join island hopping tours, or indulge in spa services offered in the island's resorts.
Cebu is known for its scenic beaches, temples, and nightlife. Visit the Taoist Temple, Basilica del Santo Nino, or Magellan's Cross to explore the religious and cultural heritage of the city. Relax on the beach at Mactan Island or book a spa treatment in one of the resorts.
The Chocolate Hills is a geological formation of over 1,000 hills that turn chocolate brown during the summer months. Visit the Chocolate Hills Adventure Park to enjoy attractions such as the zip line, bike zip, and cable car. You can also relax at the nearby beaches in Panglao Island.
You can book flights from Siargao to Puerto Princesa, and from Puerto Princesa to either Caticlan or Kalibo airports. For the land transfers in Palawan, you can hire private transportation or join a tour. In Boracay, take a tricycle to the port and ride a boat to the island. From Caticlan or Kalibo, book a flight to Cebu City. To reach Chocolate Hills, take a ferry from Cebu to Tagbilaran, and hire a car or join a land tour to Carmen.
The estimated total cost for transportation is Php 12,000, and the travel time is around 18 hours.
If you have more time, you can add more destinations such as Coron Island, Batanes, or Dumaguete. If you have less time, you can skip some of the destinations or choose to spend more time on the destinations you prefer. Consider the travel time and transportation costs when planning your itinerary, and book early to avoid peak season rates.
The main airports in the Philippines are Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) and Cebu Mactan International Airport (CEB). Sayak Airport (IAO) in Siargao Island, Puerto Princesa International Airport (PPS) in Palawan, and Godofredo P. Ramos Airport (MPH) in Caticlan also serve international and domestic flights.