Philippines Discovery

Discover the culture and nature of the Philippines - South East Asia's lesser visited gem. Journey from the stunning rice terraces of the northern highlands to colonial Vigan and the sand dunes of Laoag, before finishing on the beaches of Bohol to view the magnificent Chocolate Hills.

What's included:

• All international airfares
• All domestic transportation, departure taxes and current fuel surcharges
• 3-4* accommodation
• All meals
• Entrance fees, guides and daily tours

Day 1 & 2: Fly to Manila

Fly overnight to Manila with an evening arrival and transfer to your hotel in the cosmopolitan area of the city.

Day 3: Pampanga

Enjoy a rolling tour of Intramuros - the colonial centre of Manila - before transferring north to the hills of Pampanga.

Day 4: Mount Pinatubo

Today is the chance to hike to the magnificent crater lake of Mount Pinatubo and visit a local indigenous village. For those who do not wish to do this hike, then the nature trails at Green Canyon resort are an easier alternative option.

Day 5: Banaue

Transfer to the northern highlands (cordilleras) and gateway to the rice terraces of Luzon. En route visit San Guillermo Church in the town of Bacolor.

Day 6: Hapao Rice Terraces

Board a jeepney and head into the highlands for a walk through the rice terraces, arriving at a hot spring where you can bathe in the river and in the warm rockpool.

Day 7: Sagada

Today you will take a day trip to visit the fascinating hanging coffins and burial caves of Sagada, enjoying incredible scenery en route.

Day 8: Baguio

Make your way to the pleasant city of Baguio, visiting the market area, presidential mansion, weaving workshop and municipal park.

Day 9: Vigan

Head to the coast today and arrive at the charming colonial town of Vigan - the only UNESCO World Heritage city in South East Asia with the exception of Malacca in Malaysia. Wander the cobblestone streets visiting colonial houses, museums and a pottery workshop.

Day 10: Laoag - Fly to Manila

See the city of Laoag and its coastal sand dunes before flying back to Manila.

Day 11: Fly to Bohol

Take a morning flight to the beautiful island of Bohol and explore Panglao island, including Hinagdanan Cave and the lovely Bohol Bee Farm where you can enjoy organic ice cream.

Day 12: Chocolate Hills

Today you will visit the stunning Chocolate Hills including lunch on a river cruise and a visit to the tarsier sanctuary. Tarsiers are intriguing creatures and the smallest primate in the world.

Day 13: Cebu

Take the ferry to Cebu and enjoy a tour finishing with great views overlooking the city and bay.

Day 14: Cebu - UK

Board your flight to the UK, arriving home the same day.