20 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.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Manila: Makati (Greenbelt Mall & Ayala Museum) and Manila American Cemetery and Memorial (in Taguig City). There's lots more to do: take a stroll through Intramuros, walk around Fort Santiago, don't miss a visit to Urban Greens Hydroponic Farm Systems, and observe the fascinating underwater world at Manila Ocean Park.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, use the Manila travel itinerary planner.

Tel Aviv, Israel to Manila is an approximately 17-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 6 hours traveling from Tel Aviv to Manila. Traveling from Tel Aviv in March, you will find days in Manila are much hotter (38°C), and nights are somewhat warmer (28°C). Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight 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 parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, explore the activities along Kayangan Lake, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Mt Tapyas, and step off the mainland to explore Siete Pecados.

To find ratings, traveler tips, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Coron trip itinerary app.

Traveling by flight from Manila to Coron takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can ride a ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sat) to allow time to ride a ferry 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.

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Sun): kick back and relax at Las Cabanas Beach, explore the activities along Small Lagoon, then contemplate the waterfront views at Big Lagoon, and finally soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers. Keep things going the next day: enjoy the sand and surf at Nacpan Beach and then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

To see maps, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our El Nido trip itinerary planning site.

Ride a ferry from Coron to El Nido in 4.5 hours. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 3rd (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.

Boracay is known for beaches, sightseeing, and nature. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: enjoy the sand and surf at White Beach, stroll through Bulabog Beach, head off the coast to Boracay, and make a trip to Ariel's Point.

To see maps, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Boracay day trip planning site.

Getting from El Nido to Boracay by combination of flight and ferry takes about 4 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and taxi. Expect a daytime high around 35°C in April, and nighttime lows around 29°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) early enough to travel to Dauis.

Dauis is a in the province of, Philippines. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Dauis: Loboc (Tarsier Conservation Area & Sipatan Twin Hanging Bridge). There's still lots to do: take in the dramatic natural features at Chocolate Hills Natural Monument, have unforgettable encounters with Divers Community Club, soothe aching muscles at Palace Fitness Gym, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St Augustine's Church.

For ratings, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Dauis trip itinerary maker.

Getting from Boracay to Dauis by journey takes about 16 hours. In April in Dauis, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 28°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) so you can 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.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Wed): see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, appreciate the history behind Lapu Lapu Statue, and then look for gifts at Kapre's. On the 13th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate the long history of Fort San Pedro, see the interesting displays at Basilica del Santo Nino, then steep yourself in history at Magellan's Cross, then steep yourself in history at Magellan Shrine, and finally make a trip to Mercato de Mactan.

To see ratings, maps, reviews, and tourist information, use the Lapu Lapu trip planner.

Travel from Dauis to Lapu Lapu in 4.5 hours. In April, daytime highs in Lapu Lapu are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 30°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.