Philippines Island Hopper

Day 1 Manila ARRIVE IN MANILA Check in, relax, put your feet up and wind down before meeting up with your new TruFam. We grab some dinner before heading for a night on the town of Makati! One of Manila's liveliest cities, we'll show you some of the best bars. Although we can't promise we won't bring some outrageous dad dancing, we can promise you'll have a sick time! Transport: - Airport Transfer 01:00 - 01:00 Hr(s) Accommodation LubD Makati Hotel

Day 2 Travel to Palawan & Local Lunch With Family (1L) TRAVEL TO PALAWAN & LOCAL LUNCH WITH FAMILY Welcome to Palawan, formerly known as the gateway to heaven. Maybe we made that part up but if you're looking for paradise, then look no further, my friend! We start the day by jumping aboard a short flight to Puerto Princesa before getting picked up in our very own private minivans. Look up the word "unspoilt" in the dictionary, and you'll see a picture of Port Barton as the definition. The small, idyllic fishing town is where we spend the next few days off the tour. We stop to have lunch with a local family, try out some delicious Filipino grub and chat about the workings of life in paradise. Check in to our beachfront hotel; yeah, we're fancy. Watch the sun go down, bev in hand, before venturing out to grab dinner and maybe even a Sex on the Beach! We mean the drink obviously… Meals Included: - Lunch

Day 3 Port Barton Island Hopping (1B, 1L) PORT BARTON ISLAND HOPPING Island hopping the Philippines is an experience like no other. We hop on a longtail boat and sail the day away. If you think you've seen beauty, wait till you see Palawan's rainbow-colored reefs, beautiful majestic turtles, and the crystal clear color of the waves. Great Barrier what? Head to golden sand beaches and reenact your best Baywatch scene whilst jogging out of the water in slow motion. You've built up an appetite after a 'shell of a good time.' Did you see what we did there? Because we saw turtles? No? Ok. We have lunch in a small fishing village. Have a few hours of free time to chill, whether you prefer attempting to form a human pyramid on the beach with your TruFam or topping up those tan lines whilst sunbathing in your Speedo. The time is yours to spend however you like! Sailing in the Philippines is 10 out of 10! We cruise back to Port Barton, where we freshen up and check out the best bars and restaurants in town! Meals Included: - Breakfast - Lunch

Day 4 Port Barton/El Nido (1B) WE'RE OFF TO EL NIDO! That's right, we're going to El Nido, the star attraction of Palawan, the George Clooney of the Philippines, if you will. If you're looking for good vibes, good times and good beer, El Nido is the place to be. Roam around the town and do some shopping before settling into our accommodation, putting on a bit of lippy and grabbing dinner with your now inseparable TruFam. El Nido is known for producing one of the best sunsets in the world, so hold your TruFam, ice-cold beer in each hand and savour this moment forever. It really is bloody magical. Meals Included: - Breakfast

Day 5 El Nido Island Hopping (1B, 1L) EL NIDO ISLAND HOPPING We're jumping on our famous traditional banca boats and heading out to island hop to some of the best locations the island has to offer. Think crystal-clear blue lagoons, kayaking with your new BFF in what can only be described as paradise. It's been scientifically PROVEN that jumping in the sea can cure pretty much any hangover. I mean, maybe not scientifically, but it's defo a long-living Tru theory we stand by. Grab your snorkel and dive under to see the magic of the Philippine Sea or re-energise sunbathing on the golden sands. We stop for a local-style lunch before heading back to the hotel around sunset. There's some time to chill out before we meet up for dinner with the TruFam. Meals Included: - Breakfast - Lunch

Day 6 Nacpan Beach & Zipline (1B) NACPAN BEACH & ZIPLINING Time to explore El Nido by land! We start our day with a Mission Impossible-style zipline experience. We'll zoom from beach to beach, taking in these incredible views sure to get your blood pumping. After an adrenaline-filled morning, we head to Nacpan Beach, one of the Philippines' most famously pristine beaches, lined with palm trees so lush you might question reality. Beach time messing will surely ensue. *This itinerary's accommodation is active from tours departing from 3rd October* Meals Included: - Breakfast

Day 7 Boat to Coron & Begin Castaway Experience (1B, 1D) SNORKELLING, LOCAL VILLAGE TOUR & COOKING CLASS Ready for a truly unique experience? After a jam-packed day, we head to Daracotan Island, a TruExclusive, as you begin your castaway Isla Experience! We don't want to give too much away but trust us when we say it'll be way more fun than being your own dentist with an ice skate like poor Tom Hanks in Castaway (we encourage frequent cries of WILSON during your stay). It's time to explore some shipwrecks before taking a guided tour of Daracotan Island, home to 88 full-time residents (including a pig or two). Hear fascinating tales of their heritage, meet a local family and learn how tourism positively impacts their lives today. In the evening we take part in a traditional local cooking demonstration where you'll learn how to eat Filipino style! We dine together, devouring the local delicacies we prepared shortly before and make a mental note to add "world-renowned chef" to the CV when we get back home. Now it's time to wind down round the bonfire with a few beers! Meals Included: - Breakfast - Dinner Included Activities: - Local Culture & Bonfire

Day 8: Culion Town & Snorkelling (1B) SNORKELLING & TRAVEL TO CORON Have a relaxed morning taking in our last few hours on the magical island we called home for the past few days. Grab a snorkel or simply lie out on the beach and top up your tan before we leave to catch the ferry to Coron. After living our ultimate beach babe life, we head to Coron. Spend the afternoon relaxing or checking out the local shops. TIP - Grab a smoothie; they're delicious. Recharge those batteries before a night on the town. Unpack that shit shirt, your favorite floral dress or those linen trousers you've been dying to wear as we're heading OUT OUT. Let's hear you say it! CORON! CO-RON! CORON! We thought it was catchy. Meals Included: - Breakfast

Day 9 Lagoon & Lake Visit + Arrive to Coron (1B, 1L) CORON BOAT TRIP After a wild night on the town, we're up and out to sail around Coron. We've pulled out all the stops for you guys. Don't worry, the days just keep getting better and better. We land on some of the most beautiful beaches in the world while sailing through turquoise lagoons. After an afternoon of fun, bury the most hungover TruTraveller 7ft deep in the sand, snap those Insta beach shots or do competitive handstands on the ocean bed floor. We sail back to Coron to freshen up for dinner. Meals Included: - Breakfast - Lunch

Day 10 Coron Town/Cebu City TO THE WESTTTTTT TO THE EASSSTT *Sang to the tune of From the window to the wall* NEXT STOP CEBU. We catch a short flight over to Cebu. Relax in the hotel, unwind from a crazy few days and use some good wifi to share your photos from the past few days. Enough to make any group chat jealous. In the evening, we head out to grab some drinks! Accommodation Hop Inn Hotel

Day 11 Moalboal & Simala Church (1L) Day 2 we're heading for the gorgeous seaside town of Moalboal (pronounced mole-bowl if you were wondering). We'll visit the stunning Simala Church; this place will undoubtedly end up on your Instagram. It's pretty much one of the most spectacular buildings you'll ever see. It's also a long-standing myth that miracles happen here, so if you're looking for next week's lottery numbers, then you're in the right place. After a walking tour and short history lesson, we continue into Moalboal, where the afternoon is ours! Grab an iced coffee, treat your tense self to a traditional Filipino massage or just check out the local town. There are real hidden gems in Moalboal, and our Travel Ninjas know them all! Meals Included: - Lunch Included Activities: - Simala Church Accommodation Love's Beach & Dive Resort Moalboal

Day 12 Sardine Run, Snorkelling & Turtles (1B) Rise and shine! We kick off day 3 by hitting the sea. ARGGH, MATEY. That's our best pirate impression, btw, but don't worry, the waterways are full of friendly local fishermen and the odd tourist. Grab your snorkeling gear as we head to one of the Philippines' best snorkeling spots, a rainbow of colored corals and marine life. Swim amongst the Nemos and Dorys of the ocean and glide alongside some of the island's local turtles. There really is something magical about seeing our hard-shelled green amigos thriving in their natural habitat. *Secretly cries happy tears*. Later in the day, you'll experience something a bit special—the Sardine Run. Hundreds of thousands of sardines swimming simultaneously in a giant school, a spectacle you'd only ever see in a documentary by the legend David Attenborough himself. In the evening, we head out to explore the local nightlife. Practice showing off what you saw in the day through the movement of dance. You know, the classics - BIG FISH, LITTLE FISH, CARDBOARD BOX! Meals Included: - Breakfast Included Activities: - Boat Trip, Sardine Run & Snorkelling Accommodation Love's Beach & Dive Resort Moalboal

Day 13 Kawasan Waterfalls (1B, 1L) An early start you'll have no trouble with as we're off canyoneering. If you haven't felt like the ultimate, cut off from the world, backpacker island babe yet, then today is THE day. It's iconic. Whether you're an adrenaline junkie whose pure thrill for frills runs through your very veins, parkour 24/7, or if you're on a chilled-out, laid-back, I'm not jumping off anything sort of vibe. It's cool, we've got you. We can't promise you that you won't be nicknamed Chicken for the rest of the trip, but whatever. Like we said, it's cool. Float downstream and get involved in some rock-hopping. Get the GoPro ready for this one and make a splash... Once you're all splashed out with fingers shriveled up like prunes, we'll head for a late lunch, getting ready to finish the day with a lazy evening to recharge those batteries before moving on to our next destination... Boracay! Known for its famous powdery white-sand beaches and azure waters, amazing beach clubs, and vibrant marine life! Meals Included: - Breakfast - Lunch Included Activities: - Waterfalls & Canyoneering Accommodation Love's Beach & Dive Resort Moalboal

Day 14 Moalboal/Boracay Island (1B) We’re heading to Boracay! Today we head to Cebu airport before catching a short flight to Caticlan and then a 15-minute boat ride to the idyllic island of Boracay! Buckle up; it is a beauty. Known for its incredible nightlife and white sandy beaches, we can’t promise you won’t fall in love with the island and the 10/10 vibes there. If you ever had the urge to pack up and move across the world, well... Boracay may just convince you to. We check into the hotel for our last 3 nights so unpack your last pair of clean socks and that shirt that's now far too creased that you've been saving to wear and settle in. We arrive late afternoon, so let’s explore! Sunsets in Boracay are next level. We’re talking an ombre of golden oranges blending into lilacs and deep purples. Yep, I-N-S-A-N-E. So we’ll watch the sun go down over a few beers on the beach or join a sunset cruise for cocktails. Afterwards, we see where the night takes us. Psssttt... It’ll be one of Boracay’s best cocktail bars! Meals Included: - Breakfast Accommodation Grand Blue Beach Hotel

Day 15 Surf Lesson and Beach Day (1B) Beach days & sunset paraw sailing! Today’s a lazy morning; wake up when you like and grab a fruit smoothie nearby. The morning and early afternoon are free to explore, so head to the beach and catch some rays or perhaps hit the shops and grab some souvenirs for back home. Or a postcard (We did say you might want to move here and never return!) Late afternoon we’re going paraw sailing as the sun goes down! Never heard of it? Paraw sailing is a local sailboat activity in Boracay that uses two outriggers and two sails and calmly and gently sails you to the very best viewpoints and spots around the island. Thought last night’s sunset was good? Wait till you see this one, TruFam! As the sparkling stars replace the sunset, we’ll head out for dinner together and grab a few beers. It’s the penultimate night. It’s only right! Right? Meals Included: - Breakfast Accommodation Grand Blue Beach Hotel

Day 16 Island Boat Trip (1B) It's our last full day together as the TruFam we've become. We're not crying, you are. As always, we're ending our trip on a high... Did someone say BOAT PARTY?! We'll set sail, dance the day away and take it all in for one last time. We're pretty much all professional beach babes at this point, so grab your favorite snorkel & mask and jump straight in those tropical waters, or even better, grab yourself a floatie, kayak, or paddleboard and chillax while reminiscing on what we can only assume has been the best 16 days of your life. In the evening we head out for a farewell dinner over sunset cocktails. Our last hurrah, the final act of the show. One last performance and we're not ending without a standing ovation! Dance on the table, order 2 desserts, or simply have 1 too many shots before proceeding to tell every single one of your TruFam how much you love them. Hey, we love you too! Meals Included: - Breakfast Accommodation Grand Blue Beach Hotel

Day 17 Chilled Checkout (1B) Departure day and we're not ready to say goodbye. You've become a part of our TruFam which means you'll forever be a part of us. That's how family works, right? How will we go on without you? We can't...so let's just say its not Au revoir, it's more Arnie with the "I'll be back". If you're travelling on further or heading home, our TruNinjas are on hand to help you on your way. Shaka's up, let's hug it out, you bloody legends. And finally… Hasta la vista, baby. Meals Included: - Breakfast