36 days in Philippines Itinerary

A convenient place to stay when exploring the island, the city of Puerto Princesa sits on the coast in the center of the landmass.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Tue): examine the collection at Palawan Environmental Enforcement Museum, contemplate the waterfront views at Honda Bay, and then look for gifts at Baker's Hill. Keep things going the next day: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Immaculate Conception Cathedral and then take in the pleasant sights at Puerto Princesa City Baywalk Park.

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Perth, Australia to Puerto Princesa is an approximately 14-hour flight. Traveling from Perth in January, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Puerto Princesa, with lows of 28°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Wed) so you can 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: see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, step off the mainland to explore Malcapuya Island, contemplate the waterfront views at Kayangan Lake, and take in the awesome beauty at Mt Tapyas.

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Traveling by flight from Puerto Princesa to Coron takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and ferry; or ride a ferry. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Wed) to allow time to 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, make a trip to Willy's Rock, tour the pleasant surroundings at Yapak Beach (Puka Shell Beach), and see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

For reviews, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Boracay trip planner.

Do a combination of flight and ferry from Coron to Boracay in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in January, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to Danao.

Danao is known for adventure, wildlife, and trails. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: have unforgettable encounters with Divers Community Club, kick back and relax at Alona Beach, tour the pleasant surroundings at Arko Beach, and play a few rounds at Panglao Golf Sports and Entertainment Park.

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Traveling by journey from Boracay to Danao takes 16 hours. When traveling from Boracay in February, plan for a bit warmer days in Danao, with highs around 36°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 26°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) to allow time to 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.

Explore Lapu Lapu's surroundings by going to Cebu City (Fort San Pedro, Taoist Temple, &more). The adventure continues: discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, take in the spiritual surroundings of Virgen dela Regla National Shrine, make a trip to Mercato de Mactan, and tour the pleasant surroundings at San Vicente Marine Sanctuary.

To find maps, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Lapu Lapu holiday planner.

You can travel from Danao to Lapu Lapu in 4.5 hours. Another option is to travel. In February in Lapu Lapu, expect temperatures between 35°C during the day and 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Wed) early enough to fly 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 22nd (Thu): get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports and then kick back and relax at Nacpan Beach. Keep things going the next day: soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers, then explore the activities along Small Lagoon, then explore the activities along Big Lagoon, and finally kick back and relax at Las Cabanas Beach.

To find traveler tips, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, read El Nido day trip tool.

Traveling by flight from Lapu Lapu to El Nido takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of ferry and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) early enough 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.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Sat): take in the spiritual surroundings of Manila Cathedral, take an in-depth tour of Museo Filipino Intramuros, and then don't miss a visit to Urban Greens Hydroponic Farm Systems. Here are some ideas for day two: walk around Fort Santiago, walk around Rizal Park, then wander the streets of Intramuros, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at San Agustin Church, and finally appreciate the history behind Rizal Monument.

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Traveling by flight from El Nido to Manila takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of ferry, bus, and taxi; or ride a ferry. Expect a daytime high around 36°C in February, and nighttime lows around 27°C. On the 26th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly back home.