11 days in Bacolod, Cebu City & Manila Itinerary

The capital city of Negros Occidental province, Bacolod boasts a rich foodie culture and vibrant festival scene, especially known for its annual festival of smiles.

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Sun): take in the architecture and atmosphere at San Sebastian Cathedral, tour the pleasant surroundings at Butterfly Sanctuary at Mambukal Resort, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Bat Sanctuary, and finally contemplate the long history of The Ruins.

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Manila to Bacolod is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also ride a ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) so you can catch the flight to Cebu City.

The country's second city, Cebu City boasts a number of interesting colonial buildings, thriving commercial areas, and historic temples.

Take a break from Cebu City with a short trip to Lapu Lapu Statue in Lapu Lapu, about 56 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: browse the exhibits of Basilica del Santo Nino, steep yourself in history at 1730 Jesuit House, shop like a local with Ayala Mall, and head outdoors with Sky Adventure at Crown Regency Cebu.

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Traveling by flight from Bacolod to Cebu City takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or take a bus. February in Cebu City sees daily highs of 35°C and lows of 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Manila.

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

Venture out of the city with trips to Makati (Ayala Triangle Gardens, Greenbelt Mall, &more), BGC (in Taguig City) and Taal Volcano (in Batangas City). There's much more to do: take a stroll through Intramuros, walk around Rizal Park, explore the activities along Manila Bay, and deepen your understanding at University of Santo Tomas.

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You can fly from Cebu City to Manila in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in February, and nighttime lows around 27°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.