Manila - Vigan - Cebu & Boho discovery

Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport and transported to your hotel. The rest of the day is free at leisure. Overnight at the hotel in Manila
 

After breakfast depart for Manila city sightseeing. The tour starts right in the heart of the country’s financial center – the City of Makati. Drive through Nielson’s Tower along Ayala Boulevard and Forbes Park, an exclusive residential enclave fittingly dubbed Millionaire’s Row on your way to the first stop at the American Cemetery and Memorial. Reputed to be the largest and most beautiful of American memorials outside the Continental United States.
Then proceed to the old city of Manila via scenic Roxas Boulevard, passing through Luneta Park on the way to The “Walled City” of Intramuros. Here you will see ancient walls, church ruins and other remains of the Spanish Conquistadores. Travel through the cobbled streets to San Agustin Church, the oldest stone church in the country.
Proceed to Fort Santiago, a Spanish fortress that watched over the entrance to Pasig River. It was here that the national hero Dr. Jose Rizal spent his last days and where he wrote his famous “My Last Farewell.”
After the tour return to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at the hotel in Manila
 

After breakfast, transfer to Manila airport for a short flight to Laoag in the northern Luzon. Upon arrival at the Laoag airport, you will be driven for about 2 hours to the historical city of Vigan. Overnight at the hotel in Vigan
 

After breakfast, you will be taken on a full day of Vigan. Vigan has retained its Spanish charm with its cobbled streets, and horse-drew carriages. From the hotel, walk to Syquia Mansion and start the tour of the Heritage Village of Vigan, one of the 6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Philippines.
The Heritage Village is known for its well-preserved old stone houses made from hard adobe stones. The spacious interior of these houses showcases hand-crafted period furniture and accessories. Guest may also visit Vigan Conservation Complex, which is said to be a one-stop-shop conservation complex since it offers a three section museum. After the museum, take a short drive to “Abel Weaving” a Vigan traditional craft. Visit the Bantay church which houses the miraculous image of Virgin Mary as Our Lady of Charity, crowned as the patroness of Ilocandia in 1956. Overnight at the hotel in Vigan

After breakfast, you will be driven to Pagudpud along the Maharlika Highway with spectacular views of the coast on one side and rolling hills on the opposite side of the road. Pagudpud is a small sleepy town with beaches, facing the West Philippine Sea that is nothing short of amazing: Stretches of white sand lined with coconut trees and crystal‐blue water. Make a stop at Cape Bojeador which is the highest elevated, still original, and active lighthouse in the country built during the Spanish occupation. Witness the breath‐taking view of the town by the sea where early galleons used to pass by. Head further down south to Laoag City and visit St. Williams Cathedral and the Sinking Bell Tower. First built in 1612, the church is known for its Italian Renaissance design. After the tour, transfer to Laoag Airport for your flight to Cubu (via Manila).Upon arrival in Cebu you will be transported to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Cebu

After breakfast depart for Cebu sightseeing. The first stop will be at the iconic Magellan’s Cross. Ferdinand Magellan was a Portuguese explorer who organised the Spanish expedition to the East Indies and came to Cebu in April 1512, claiming it for King Phillip of Spain and planting a cross to symbolize its Christianization.
Proceed to the Basilica Minore of the Christ Child, where is displayed the image of Jesus as a child – a Magellan’s baptismal gift to Queen Juana, the first Christian Filipina. Continue to Fort San Pedro, a military defence fort in Cebu, built during colonial Spanish period in 1565.
Drive to Plaza Parian via the country’s oldest street and make a short stop at Casa Gorordo. This museum showcases the elegant lifestyle of the Spanish and Filipino elite of the 18th century. Cross over to Mactan Island and proceed to the Church of our Lady of the Rule, a national shrine visited by many who attribute Mactan’s economic success to her devotion.
Next, visit a guitar factory to see how renowned Philippine guitars are made. The final stop is the Liberty Shrine, erected on the battlefield where Magellan met his defeat at the hands of the chieftain of Mactan, Datu Lapu-Lapu. Today a statue of Lapu-Lapu towers over mangroves on the very shores of his triumphant battle. After the tour transfer to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Cebu

After breakfast at the hotel you will be transferred to Mactan pier to board the boat for the island-sightseeing . You will spend your day snorkeling with tropical fishes and visiting the tropical islands of Caohagan, Nalusuan and Hilutungan. Overnight at the hotel in Cebu
 

Early morning transfer to Cebu port for boarding the fast ferry to Bohol departing at 6.00am and arriving in Tagbila ran port at 8.00am.Upon arrival in Tagbilaran, transfer to your hotel and then proceed to Bohol countryside tour. Pay a short visit to Baclayon Church, the oldest church in Bohol made from coral stone which still retains its centuries-old architectural design. Unfortunately, this church sustained severe damage from the magnitude 7.2 earthquake in 2013. Proceed to the Tarsier Sanctuary where you will have the opportunity to see the world’s smallest monkey, in its natural habitat . For lunch, proceed with Loboc River Cruise with Filipino-style lunch on board a floating restaurant.
A leisurely drive will take guests through the scenic countryside of thick nipa palms, coconut plantations and mahogany forest going to the town of Carmen. Go up to the highest point to view the Chocolate Hills, consisting of 1,268 haycock hills with heights ranging from 40-120 meters. During summer they are covered in green grass that turns brown (like chocolate) during the dry season, hence the name.
After the Chocolate Hills, visit to the Butterfly Sanctuary and Bilar Man-made Forest. Located in Bilar, the Butterfly Garden houses hundreds of butterfly species with a nature trail, feeding area, plant farm, breeding center, and a gift shop. Bilar Man-made Forest stretches up to two kilometers and is made up of red and white mahogany trees is located along the border of Loboc and Bilar towns. After the tour transfer to the ferry terminal. Return to Cebu and transfer to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Cebu
 

Transfer to Cebu airport for your flight to your next destination