34 days in Philippines Itinerary

The capital of the Philippines and the "Pearl of the Orient," Manila truly resembles a gem: rough on the outside, but glittering within.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Wed): steep yourself in history at Fort Santiago, then walk around Rizal Park, and then admire nature's wide array of creatures at Manila Ocean Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: pause for some photo ops at Rizal Monument, take a stroll through Intramuros, then see the interesting displays at Museo Filipino Intramuros, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at San Agustin Church.

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The Route module shows you all the different ways you can get to Manila. In December in Manila, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Thu) early enough to travel to Danao.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Danao: Loboc (Tarsier Conservation Area & Mahogany Forest), Sta. Monica Church (in Alburquerque) and Philippine Tarsier Recreation Inc. (in Tawala).

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Traveling by car from Manila to Danao takes 25.5 hours. In December, daily temperatures in Danao can reach 36°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Thu) to allow time to travel to Puerto Princesa.

A convenient place to stay when exploring the island, the city of Puerto Princesa sits on the coast in the center of the landmass.

Start off your visit on the 18th (Fri): stop by Baker's Hill and then explore the activities along Honda Bay. On the 19th (Sat), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: see the interesting displays at Palawan Environmental Enforcement Museum, see the vivid underwater world at Tubbataha Reef, and then take in the waterfront at Puerto Princesa City Baywalk Park.

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Getting from Danao to Puerto Princesa by car takes about 48 hours. In December, daytime highs in Puerto Princesa are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 29°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sat) so you can go by car to El Nido.

The coastal region of El Nido includes a mainland area of jungle, beaches, and cliffs, as well as 45 limestone islands and islets.

El Nido is known for beaches, nature, and wildlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, enjoy the sand and surf at Nacpan Beach, explore the activities along Small Lagoon, and tour the pleasant surroundings at Payong-Payong Beach.

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Traveling by car from Puerto Princesa to El Nido takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Tue) early enough to travel to Coron.

Coron tourism has developed around its dive spots, with coral reefs and 10 preserved Japanese underwater shipwrecks to explore.

Coron is known for nature, wildlife, and beaches. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, step off the mainland to explore Malcapuya Island, explore the activities along Barracuda Lake, and see the vivid underwater world at Coral Garden.

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Traveling by ferry from El Nido to Coron takes 4.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Mon) so you can travel to Boracay.

All of 7 km (4.3 mi) long, the island of Boracay remains an idyllic destination drawing beach-goers from around the world.

Dedicate the 31st (Thu) to wine at VTA Boracay. There's still lots to do: see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, kick back and relax at Diniwid Beach, take in the awesome beauty at Mount Luho, and step off the mainland to explore Crystal Cove Island.

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Getting from Coron to Boracay by combination of flight and ferry takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and car. Expect a daytime high around 32°C in December, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Tue) to allow time to travel to Lapu Lapu.

Learn about the first encounters and a historical clash of civilizations by exploring the shrines and monuments dedicated to the Spanish explorer Fernando Magellan and Lapu Lapu, the city's eponymous hero who defeated him.

Change things up with these side-trips from Lapu Lapu: The Cebruery - Craft Beer Taproom (in Mandaue) and Cebu City (Taoist Temple, Ayala Mall, &more). There's lots more to do: see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, get outside with Ocean Gems Academy, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Virgen dela Regla National Shrine, and pause for some photo ops at Lapu Lapu Statue.

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Traveling by combination of ferry, flight, and taxi from Boracay to Lapu Lapu takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus. While traveling from Boracay, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Lapu Lapu, ranging from highs of 34°C to lows of 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Mon) to allow time to travel back home.