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, visit Butterfly Sanctuary at Mambukal Resort, then identify plant and animal life at Bat Sanctuary, and finally contemplate the long history of The Ruins.

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Manila to Bacolod is an approximately 4-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 travel 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: examine the collection at 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 travel 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), Bonifacio Global City (in Taguig City) and Taal Volcano (in Batangas City). The adventure continues: take a stroll through Intramuros, walk around Rizal Park, steep yourself in history at Fort Santiago, and contemplate the waterfront views at Manila Bay.

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You can fly from Cebu City to Manila in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry; or take a bus. February in Manila sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 27°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.