Landing at Manila International Airport, transfer to the Jen Manila 4* hotel where you will spend the night.

After breakfast, departure by private vehicle with driver (approx. 9 hours' drive) for Banaue at 8.00 am. After admiring the splendid Cordillera route, you will be dropped off at the hotel for a well-earned night's rest. You'll have plenty of time to explore Banaue on your own.
Overnight accommodation - Local meal provided

Batad (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) is your destination for the day. After a 30-minute jeepney ride, you'll head down to the village (a 30-minute walk) and once you've dropped your bags at the hostel*, you'll get moving again, as another great visit awaits you. You'll cross the amphitheatre of rice paddies as closely as possible, passing by the "Real Batad" at the bottom of the valley. If you're brave enough, you'll be able to go down and take a dip in the Grande Cascade de Tappiyas... Suffice to say, it won't be all plain sailing, because yes, this feast for the eyes has to be earned! In total immersion, you'll be cut off from the world and in close contact with the Ifugaos. You'll appreciate the benefits of a massage on your return.
Overnight in Batad - Hill Side Inn 1* in a private room or equivalent

* We recommend that you pack a small bag weighing 5kg (toiletries and towel, warm light clothing, rain protection, good walking shoes, swimming costume, torch, camera, etc.). We will leave larger items of luggage in Manila.

At dawn, the view is breathtaking, whatever the weather. You will pass through the Bangaan rice fields (around 2h30 walk) to reach the vehicle waiting to take you to Banaue for lunch.
Return to Manila, the capital, in the late evening, where you will appreciate the comfort of a European-standard hotel after these somewhat precarious days in terms of accommodation.
Overnight in Manila - Hotel Jen 4* Deluxe Room or equivalent

You will be dropped off at the airport for Flight PR 2777, scheduled for 14:40 to Bohol (Tagbilaran) with Philippine Airlines (15:55). Transport will be waiting for you with a name sign and will take you to the hotel where you can rest and enjoy the facilities. Afternoon and evening at leisure.
Overnight in Panglao - Loboc River Resort 3* in River Room or equivalent

Visit the main must-see places on the island of Bohol such as the famous Chocolate Hills, these rare formations made up of 1268 hills, the Tarsier Sanctuary, the smallest primate in the world, and a mini cruise on the Loboc River (meal for 2 included). A driver will be at your disposal throughout the day. We invite you on a magical Fire Fly Tour before your much-needed night's rest.
Overnight in Panglao - Loboc River Resort 3* in River Room or equivalent

You'll have to get up at the crack of dawn to take to the water and spot schools of dolphins in Pamilacan Bay. You can then go snorkelling at Balicasad and Virgin Island. When you return in the early afternoon, you'll be free to do as you please.
Overnight in Panglao - Isis Bungalows 3* or equivalent

You will be transferred to the port of Tagbilaran and sail for two to three hours to Cebu, from where you will catch your direct flight to El Nido at 3.15pm. Time permitting, you will visit the famous guitar factory in Mactan and make a short stop at the Santo Nino church, the oldest in Asia, not far from Magellan's Cross.
Palawan...a 1h20 flight is all it takes to get you to this island, which in 2014, 2015 and 2016 was voted "Most Beautiful Island in the World" by the famous Condé Nast Travelers magazine.
You land in the middle of the Palaweño Jungle, flying over the Bacuit Archipelago. With a breathtaking view over El Nido Bay, you will fly along the long, imposing island of Cadlao. We'll be waiting for you and will arrange your transfer to the hotel. You'll be just in time to enjoy the sunset.
Overnight in El Nido - Caalan Beach Villa** Studio or equivalent

Take your time to explore the town, getting lost in the village streets to reach Kabixin, the fishing village, Caalan, the village within the village, where you can meet the members of the NGO Gawad Kalinga.
In the afternoon, you can simply enjoy the idyllic setting of Las Cabañas beach.
Overnight in El Nido - Caalan Beach Villa** Studio or equivalent

Now's the time to sample the special menu we've concocted for you. Depart for a personalised tour, away from the classic "A--B--C--D" of the Bacuit Archipelago, which has been used as a backdrop for numerous TV series (Khô Lanta 2007, Survivor, Bourne Legacy...). Its 45 'Sugar Loaf' rock formations, often compared to Halong Bay, Rio Bay or those along the Li River in southern China, have never been equalled in terms of beauty and pristine beauty. We'll start by visiting the interior of the archipelago.
Our choices were Big & Small Lagoon, Shimizu Straight, Entalula Island, Cudugnon & Cathedral Caves, Snake Island, Pangulasian West, Secret Lagoon and Pinagbuyutan.
The barbecue lunch on a deserted beach is prepared by the local crew in the form of an all-you-can-eat buffet and consists of fresh fish, chicken, pork chops*, salad, rice and fresh fruit... Drinking water is fresh and available in unlimited quantities. A mini bar is on board for soft drinks and sodas.
Everyone's diet is catered for, with fish cooked first, then chicken and finally pork.
Overnight in El Nido - Caalan Beach Villa** Studio or equivalent

Let's hit the road! In a van, we'll be exploring the north of the island. We'll be heading for the Bucana jungle for an authentic walk in the heart of the Palaweño culture. If the season is right, we'll stop off at the Nag Kali Kalit waterfalls. Our destination: the inevitable Nacpan beach, twinned with Calitang beach. Its 4km of white sand and panoramic views always leave tourists breathless.
Bucana... A remote village where we can bet we'll be the only foreigners. Visit the houses on stilts, cross the suspension bridge over the mangroves, walk along the bay and through the village to meet its inhabitants, fishermen and blacksmith. We'll stop here to treat you to a local meal.
We'll head off the beaten track to the secret, hidden beach of Duli. At the end of the road, a new sight: the deserted beach of Dagmay. A new sunset that few are lucky enough to see... You'll be back at the end of the day.
Overnight in Nacpan - Jack's Place

When you wake up, the beach is where you belong. After breakfast, we'll set off again to meet the inhabitants of the north of the island, for a real immersion and connection with the population.
You'll take part in activities such as traditional fishing with local cooking classes, learn how to make coconut oil and climb palm trees to harvest the fruit. You'll visit schools and take part in games with the local population. You'll be back in El Nido by the end of the day.
Overnight in El Nido - Caalan Beach Villa** Studio or equivalent

After these days spent in the jungle and on the 'road'... We're off to sea again to visit the second part of the archipelago and leave you with some beautiful images in your mind. Following the same pattern as day 9, but this time concentrating on the outer part of the archipelago.
Tours A, B, C and D take 4 days to complete. Our outboard motor allows us to reduce the journey time from one point to another and to quickly find a quiet spot to avoid the crowds. In the end, these 4 tours will be completed in 2 days instead of 4 without 'flying over' them.
Cadlao Lagoon & Long Beach, Binanculan Beach, Matinloc Shrine, Star Beach, Secret Beach & Guntao Island, filming location for Khô Lanta 2007 (sea permitting), Hidden Beach, Helicopter Island.
Overnight in El Nido - Caalan Beach Villa** Studio or equivalent

We'll take you to Lio Airport for your direct flight to Manila, scheduled for 17:00.
We'll drop you off at the airport for your international flight