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9 DAY LUZON PALAWAN HIGHLIGHTS-CLASSIC
Tour Notes
- This is a fully guided private tour (Your own air-conditioned vehicle, service of a private driver and English speaking private local guides).
- The tour can be fully customised according to your requirements (Your choice of accommodation, attractions etc).
- You can start the tour at a preferred date.
- This tour is identical to "9 DAY LUZON PALAWAN HIGHLIGHTS-LUXURY" tour except for the accommodation offered.
- In the below itinerary, Total Transfer Time for each day reflects the transfer time between destinations & transfer time between attractions (This does not include waiting time at the airports). Transfer time can vary based on many facts hence this is a guideline only.
- In the below itinerary, Total Time Spent on Attractions/Activities for each day reflects the time spent on all attractions/activities (Time spent on attractions/activities can vary based on individual preference hence this is a guideline only)
Tour Highlights
- Capital city Manila
- Honda Bay Island hopping
- UNESCO heritage Underground river
- Island Hopping El Nido
Itinerary
Mabuhay, and welcome to the capital of Philippines. Upon arrival our guide will greet and meet you. He will also escort you to the vehicle and take you to the hotel in Manila. Buzzing with traffic, many jeepneys, loud music, fancy shopping and vibrant nightlife, Manila is a city with everything packed in. Manila becomes live during the night with many bars and clubs especially in certain areas such as Makati and Quezon city.
Accommodation: Kingsoford Hotel (4 star)
Total Transfer Time: 20 min
Total Time Spent on Attractions/Activities: N/A
After lunch, we will embark on a tour of this fascinating city. During the tour, you will go pass the Forbes park, visit American War Memorial Cemetery, Intramuros and have Dinner at Barbara’s Restaurant with Cultural Dance Show. Intramuros, also called the walled city was built by the Spaniards some 400 years ago as their political and military base in Asia. Transfer yourself back to the Spanish colonial era as you explore this piece of history. Upon completion of the tour, return back to your hotel and spend evening at leisure.
Accommodation: Kingsoford Hotel (4 star)
Total Transfer Time: 2 hours
Total Time Spent on Attractions/Activities: 5 hours (Including time spent at dinner)
- Dinner is included today
This morning we will head back to the Manila airport for a domestic flight to Puerto Princesa in the island of Palawan. On average the flight time is around 1 hour and you will arrive in the Puerto Princesa airport. Upon arrival our guide will take you to the hotel in Puerto Princesa for the overnight stay. Have a relaxing evening and prepare for your first island hopping tour scheduled for tomorrow.
Accommodation: Best Western Plus The Ivywall Hotel (4 star)
Total Transfer Time: 1.5 hours
Total Time Spent on Attractions/Activities: N/A
Today we will embark on an exciting island hopping tour by visiting the Starfish Island, Luli Island, Cowrie Island. This is called the Honda Bay island hopping.
Accommodation: Best Western Plus The Ivywall Hotel (4 star)
Total Transfer Time: 3.5 hours
Total Time Spent on Attractions/Activities: 4.5 hours (Including time spent at lunch in Cowrie island)
- Lunch is included today
This morning we will check-out of the hotel and proceed around 2 hours north of Palawan Peurto Princesa and reach the UNESCO heritage site Subterranean River for an unforgettable experience. Upon completion of the tour lunch will be provided at a local restaurant. Next proceed to your accommodation in Puerto Princessa for a relaxing evening.
Accommodation: Best Western Plus The Ivywall Hotel (4 star)
Total Transfer Time: 4 hours
Total Time Spent on Attractions/Activities: 1.5 hours
- Lunch is included today
Have a relaxing breakfast and prepare for a leisurely and a long drive to El Nido. En-route we will visit the Taytay Spanish fort dating nearly 350 years. From here, it’s about a 1.5 hour drive to the beautiful El Nido. Upon arrival check-into your hotel and spend evening at leisure.
Accommodation: Funny Lion (4 star)
Total Transfer Time: 5.5 hours
Total Time Spent on Attractions/Activities: 30 min
- You may also decide to visit the Las Cabanas beach for sunset.
After a leisurely breakfast, you will head to the El Nido port to embark on one of the most picturesque island hopping tours. You will experience world class diving spots, crystal clear water and limestone mountains as you travel across these exotic islands. During the tour visit the Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island and Seven Commando Beach.
Accommodation: Funny Lion (4 star)
- Lunch is included today
This morning we will leave the beautiful island of Palawan and head back to Manila via a domestic flight. You have the rest of the day to do some great shopping or just spend at leisure.
Accommodation: Kingsford Hotel (4 star)
Total Transfer Time: 2 hours
Total Time Spent on Attractions/Activities: N/A
We hope you have enjoyed the time in this picturesque island nation. Spread the word around and let the world know “It’s more fun in the Philippines”
Total Transfer Time: 20 min
Total Time Spent on Attractions/Activities: N/A
Inclusions
- 8 night accommodation including breakfast (Plus 3 Lunches, 1 Dinner)
- Airport transfers
- Hire of an air conditioned vehicle including fuel and the service of a private driver (Basic English speaking skills) throughout the tour
- Service of English speaking private local guides
- Applicable fee into attractions/activities (Tour of Manila, Honday bay island hopping, Tour of underground river, TayTay Spanish fort, Island hopping El Nido))
- All applicable taxes
Exclusions
- International Airfares
- Domestic Airfares
- Lunch and dinner (Apart from what's mentioned under Inclusions)
- Expenses of a personal nature
- All other expenses not under inclusions
Pricing
- Above prices are valid for travel until 31/12/2024
- Above prices are based on per person sharing double or twin room
- Peak period supplements may apply (Please Inquire)