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Luxury Philippines

Indulge yourself in absolute luxury in three of the Philippines’ most delightful resorts. Start your trip in Panglao where you can relax into island life and explore on land and underwater. From there head to the island of Negros and be prepared for a bit of pampering. Round out your trip with a stay at one of Palawan’s luxurious hotels. We’ve listed one option here but it was a tough choice as there are many others just as lovely!

This itinerary is here to provide inspiration as every trip we sell is tailor made to suit you. So please, email or call (UK) 020 7112 0019 to discuss your ideal luxury Philippines holiday.

Your Itinerary

Day 1 - Welcome to Bohol

This afternoon you arrive in the Philippines via Manila en route to the island of Bohol. Your driver will greet you at the Tagbilaran airport and transport you to your boutique hotel in Panglao where you have a private pool villa. We’ve not planned anything for this afternoon to allow you to recover from your flight, so relax or head out for a wander!

Day 2 - Get acquainted with Panglao

As this is your first full day in the Philippines, we’ve left it open for you to unwind. Have a massage, walk along the beach, hop on a paddleboard or kayak or take a spin around on a bicycle. Panglao is home to white sand beaches, top-notch restaurants serving local organic produce and freshly-caught seafood, and provides access to the underwater wonderland of Balicasag. You’ll have more time to relax here so today, get a feel for the area and think about what you’d like to do.

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Day 3 - Explore Bohol

This morning your guide and private driver will take you inland to see the highlights of Bohol. Visit the Bilar man-made forest, the Chocolate Hills, Batuan Ship Haus, and join a lunchtime cruise along the Loboc River. In the afternoon you’ll stop by the Philippine Tarsier and Wildlife Sanctuary for a guided walk into the grounds to look for one of the smallest primates in the world.

Days 4-5 - Soak up the sun!

While we haven’t planned anything for these two days, you’ll have no shortage of options. Relax by the pool or on the beach; arrange for diving or snorkeling; take a sunset sail; look for dolphins on a day of island hopping; venture to Bohol Bee Farm to try unique ice cream flavours and locally grown produce; or have a little fun at one of the bars on Alona Beach.

Day 6 - Head west to the island of Negros

Your driver this morning will take you to the Tagbilaran pier where you’ll board a 2-hour ferry for Dumaguete. A driver will meet you there and deliver you to the sumptuous seaside Atmosphere Resort and Spa. Check in to a deluxe suite, your home for the next four nights.

Days 7-9 - Dive, detox, relax, and rejuvenate

Settle in to the beauty of Dauin. Take a day trip to Apo Island to snorkel or dive with turtles and along one of the healthiest coral reefs in the Visayas; attend morning yoga classes; participate in an Atmosphere detox program with a scrumptious living food menu; dive just off the shore into an underwater photographer’s dream of macro life; visit the spa for a full range of treatments. These days are yours to bask in the beauty and luxury of your surroundings.

Day 10 - Off to Palawan, the most beautiful island in the World

This morning you’ll be driven to the Dumaguete airport for your flight to El Nido via Manila. When you land in El Nido, you’ll be whisked away across the water to Lagen, a gorgeous sanctuary for wildlife and home to a handsome resort. Check in to your Water Cottage and listen to the waves roll by below you.

Days 11-13 - Bask in the sounds of nature

Wake to the sound of hornbills and nod off to the lap of ocean hitting shore. While away your days on the beach, snorkeling, diving, checking out the spa, hiking through the jungle, kayaking, or napping on your verandah. Enjoy these final days of your holiday surrounded by El Nido’s clear waters and rising limestone cliffs. By the time you leave, you may want to plot your next trip to this beautiful country!

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Day 14 - Bid farewell to the Philippines

Today you’ll head back across the water to the El Nido airport to catch your flight to Manila. From there, connect to your flight homeward. Safe travels!

DETAILS -

This itinerary costs from £3780 per person B&B and is based on two people sharing during the high season (Nov-May) excluding the Christmas and New Year, Chinese New Year, Easter, and other holiday periods. The price includes all private transfers and domestic travel but not international flights.

International flights can be found from £600 per person return – do ask us for advice. Alternatively we can book the flights for you but a booking fee may apply.

What's included?

INCLUDED:
  • Prices start from £3780 per person
  • Accommodation on B&B basis
  • Private transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Local taxes
  • Entrance fees
  • All excursions and activities mentioned in the itinerary
  • Internal flights and ferry as stated
  • All trips are ATOL protected or ABTA bonded to ensure you are fully covered
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Manila
The bustling capital city is home to historic Intramuros and Rizal Park. Let us arrange a bicycle tour of the walled city so you can explore the narrow streets and learn about the nation's colonial past. More
Banaue
Ancient rice terraces in Batad, coffins mounted on a cliff in Sagada, the Cordillera is home to some of the most unique and fascinating bits of the Philippines. More
Vigan
Some of the best preserved Spanish colonial architecture in the world can be found in Vigan. Wander the cobbled streets, sample the Spanish-influenced cuisine, and relax in one of the city's historic boutique hotels. More
Boracay
Sink your toes into the white sands of Boracay. Grab a cocktail, take it easy, and watch the clear blue water lap against the shore. When night falls, join the parties of District Two or slip away to romantic Diniwid beach. More
Bohol
Chocolate hills, tiny tarsiers, Boholano art, beautiful beaches, and some lovely snorkeling and diving make Bohol one of our favorite parts of the Philippines. The gorgeous boutique resorts don't hurt, either! More
Negros Oriental
The island of Negros is home to world-class diving off the coast of Dauin and on neighboring Apo Island. Waterfalls and adventure are just a day trip away from the university town of Dumaguete. On neighboring Siquijor settle in to the tranquility of an island known for sorcery and healing powers. More
Negros Occidental
On the west coast of Negros you'll find Bacolod, the city of smiles. Sugar plantations in the area host historic mansions and in October, the streets come alive with the annual MassKara festival. More
Puerto Princesa
The gateway to Palawan, Puerto Princesa sits near one of the longest subterranean rivers in the world. Let us arrange a stay for you at a beachside hotel with mountain views just a short boat ride away. More
El Nido
When people refer to Palawan as the most beautiful island in the world, images of El Nido come to mind. Limestone cliffs jut from aquamarine water, lush jungle fills the interior, and the coasts are lined with dazzling beaches. Some of the finest resorts in the country dot the islands around this northern bit of Palawan. More
Coron
For divers, the WWII shipwrecks of Coron are one of the highlights of the Philippines. Natural hot springs, clear blue lakes, isolated beaches, and a rather surprising game reserve and wildlife sanctuary make Coron a fun destination for divers and landlubbers alike. More
Puerto Galera
Fast drift dives and schools of big fish await experienced divers in Puerto Galera while shallow macro dives make for excellent underwater photography, relaxing night dives, and the perfect place to learn or improve your dive skills. More
Tubbataha Reefs
The greatest variety of marine life in the Philippines is within Tubbataha Reefs National Marine Park; only accessible for diving mid-March to mid-June

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