25 day itinerary
Philippines
Itinerary
The Philippines is a stunning archipelago with so much to offer, especially for adventure seekers like you two! Here’s a fun and adventurous 25-day itinerary that skips the museums and dives straight into the natural beauty and thrilling activities. Let’s get started!
Day 1: Arrival in
- Morning: Arrive in . Check into your hotel and freshen up.
- Afternoon: Explore on foot. Walk around the historic walled city and enjoy the architecture.
- Evening: Dinner at a local restaurant. Try some Filipino dishes like adobo or sinigang.
Day 2: to Palawan (Puerto Princesa)
- Morning: Fly to Puerto Princesa (approx. 1.5 hours).
- Afternoon: Visit the . Take a boat tour through the underground river.
- Evening: Dinner at a seaside restaurant. Enjoy fresh seafood!
Day 3: Puerto Princesa to
- Morning: Travel to by van (approx. 4-5 hours).
- Afternoon: Check into your accommodation and relax on the beach.
- Evening: Explore town and enjoy dinner at a local eatery.
Day 4: Island Hopping in
- All Day: Join an island-hopping tour (Tour A is popular). Snorkel at , , and relax on .
- Evening: Enjoy a beach bonfire if available!
Day 5: More Island Adventures
- All Day: Join another island-hopping tour (Tour C is great). Visit , , and snorkel at .
- Evening: Dinner in town and maybe some karaoke!
Day 6: to
- Morning: Take a ferry to (approx. 3 hours).
- Afternoon: Check into your accommodation and explore town.
- Evening: Dinner at a local restaurant. Try the local delicacies!
Day 7: and Snorkeling
- All Day: Hike to for stunning views, then snorkel at and .
- Evening: Relax and enjoy a sunset at Mt. Tapyas.
Day 8:
- All Day: Go on a diving tour to explore the famous shipwrecks of . If you’re not certified, you can snorkel instead!
- Evening: Dinner and share stories of your underwater adventures.
Day 9: to Cebu
- Morning: Fly from to Cebu (approx. 1 hour).
- Afternoon: Visit for canyoneering. Jump into the turquoise waters!
- Evening: Stay overnight in Badian.
Day 10: Cebu to
- Morning: Travel to (approx. 1 hour).
- Afternoon: Go snorkeling at and see the sardine run.
- Evening: Dinner by the beach.
Day 11: Sardine Run and Beach Day
- All Day: Spend the day snorkeling or diving. You can also relax on .
- Evening: Enjoy a beach party if available!
Day 12: to Bohol
- Morning: Travel back to Cebu and take a ferry to Bohol (approx. 2 hours).
- Afternoon: Visit the and take a photo op.
- Evening: Check into your accommodation in Panglao Island.
Day 13: Island Hopping in Bohol
- All Day: Go island hopping to for snorkeling and dolphin watching.
- Evening: Dinner at a beachside restaurant.
Day 14: Adventure in Bohol
- Morning: Go zip-lining at the .
- Afternoon: Visit the and see the tiny primates.
- Evening: Relax and enjoy a quiet evening.
Day 15: Bohol to
- Morning: Take a ferry to (approx. 1.5 hours).
- Afternoon: Explore the island, visit , and swim in the natural pools.
- Evening: Dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 16: Beach Day
- All Day: Relax on the beach, go snorkeling, or rent a scooter to explore the island.
- Evening: Enjoy a sunset dinner.
Day 17: to Dumaguete
- Morning: Take a ferry to Dumaguete (approx. 1 hour).
- Afternoon: Visit for snorkeling with sea turtles.
- Evening: Dinner in Dumaguete and explore the local night market.
Day 18: Dumaguete to
- Morning: Relax in Dumaguete or visit the nearby .
- Afternoon: Return to for more beach time.
- Evening: Enjoy a beach bonfire.
Day 19: to Cebu
- Morning: Ferry back to Cebu.
- Afternoon: Explore , visit the , and try local street food.
- Evening: Fly to Davao (approx. 1.5 hours).
Day 20: Davao and
- Morning: Start your trek to , the highest peak in the Philippines.
- All Day: Hike and enjoy the stunning views.
- Evening: Camp overnight or return to Davao for the night.
Day 21: Davao to
- Morning: Fly to (via Cagayan de Oro).
- Afternoon: Visit , a beautiful sandbar.
- Evening: Dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 22: Explore
- All Day: Visit the , hike to , and relax in the hot springs.
- Evening: Enjoy a quiet evening by the beach.
Day 23: to
- Morning: Fly back to .
- Afternoon: Last-minute shopping at Greenhills or SM Mall of Asia.
- Evening: Enjoy a farewell dinner at a nice restaurant.
Day 24: Day Trip to
- All Day: Take a day trip to . Visit and enjoy the cool weather and stunning views.
- Evening: Return to for your last night.
Day 25: Departure
- Morning: Last-minute shopping or relaxing.
- Afternoon: Head to the airport for your flight home.
And there you have it! A thrilling 25-day adventure through the beautiful islands of the Philippines. Make sure to pack your sense of adventure and enjoy every moment! If you have any questions or need adjustments, just let me know! 🌴✈️🌊
