The city of Carcar is 40.5km southeast of Cebu City. Carcar's history dates back to the pre-Spanish colonial period. The Town originated from a seaside settlement called Sialao. Carcar is known as “Little Marikina in the South” because of the bustling shoe making industry.
Drive south to Carcar, an old Spanish town with colonial style houses and the Carcar Church which dates back to 18th century. Proceed to the busy flea market to shop, and witness how “chicharon”, crunchy porky slices, and “ampao”, the local rice crispies are prepared. Afterwards, visit the local cottage industries involved in the production of shoes, houses and local farm implements. The tour ends at Jumalon Butterfly Sanctuary where you will admire the lepido mosaic made entirely of butterfly wings. Then drive back to your hotel.
Take an exhilarating trip to the idyllic town of Angono in the eastern part of Metro Manila. Nestles between the hills of Antipolo and famous Laguna de Bay, the town's claim to fame in the many famous visual artists who have called it home, including the legendary national artists Carlos ""Botong"" Francisco. On this tour you will have the rare opportunity to visit the Angono Caves where ancient petroglyphs dating back to circa 3000 B.C were discovered. A cultural heritage site, this pre-historic FIlipino work of art offers an evocative glimpse into the lives of the ancient Filipinos. A local tour guide will escort you along, explaining the meaning of the writing and their significance.
Our next stop is the Nemiranda Arthouse, an art gallery operated by renowned painter Nemi Miranda who has won various awards and distinctions locally and abroad for his words. Lunch will be served at the Nemiranda Arthouse Cafe.
Also, included in your day's program are visits to the Tiamzon Gallery, the Blanco Family Museum, and the residence of the late Carlos ""Botong"" Francisco.
Bohol, located east of Cebu is an island province that is naturally beautiful and historically rich. Its capital city, Tagbilaran, has tree-lined plazas and stone buildings, including a church built by the Jesuits in the 18th century. The province has gained a reputation as a site of some of the best beaches in the country. Along its coastlines are numerous isles including Panglao, Cabilao, Mahinay and Lapinpin, which are excellent diving spots. From Cebu, Bohol is a mere two-hour ferry ride away, quite accessible enough for just a day trip.
You will be transferred to Cebu Pier for the fast ferry boat ride that leaves Cebu early in the morning. Upon arrival in Tagbilaran PIer, you will be met by our Tour Representative who will introduce you to the wonders of Bohol. First stop is the Philippine Tarsier Foundation in the town of Corella, which serves as a refuge for the smallest primate in the world, the tarsier. Observe these rare, nocturnal creatures in their natural habitat and be amazed by their agility as they move about, leaping from one tree to the other, and swivel their heads nearly 360 degrees. Then proceed to Baclayon, make a short stop at the historical Blood Compact site, where Spain’s Miguel Lopez de Legazpi and Datu Sikatuna, a native chieftain, sealed their friendship with a symbolic drink. Just nearby is Baclayon Church, one of the many stone churches in Bohol. Having lost only its bell tower and portico recently to a strong earthquake, the church still maintains a museum containing a vast collection of religious art, ecclesiastical vestments, as well as librettos of church music inscribed in Latin on animal skins.
Proceed with the tour, passing by Bilar man-made forest, a thick undergrowth of towering mahogany trees grown on the fringes of the highway leading to the Chocolate Hills, the country’s geological wonder. Stop at the drop off area to admire the view of the hills which change in color with the season. In summer, the hill grasses turn deep brown that they resemble chocolate candy drops, hence the name, ‘Chocolate Hills. Move on to Loboc River where a cruise upstream on a floating restaurant is made more enjoyable with a delectable lunch served on board. Then return to the pier in time to catch up with your ferry boat ride back to Cebu. Upon arrival in Cebu, you will be met and transferred to your hotel or resort.
El Nido is a Philippine municipality on Palawan island. It’s known for its white-sand beaches, coral reefs and as the gateway to the Bacuit archipelago, a group of islands with steep karst cliffs.
El Nido Tour C - discover the wonders of El Nido Hidden Beaches and Shines with 5 major destinations including Matinloc Shrine, Talisay Beach, Hidden Beach, Helicopter Island, and Secret Beach.
Dilumacad and Helicopter Island - This island has a beautiful white sand beach stretching to some 300 meters that is ideal for picnic lunches during island-hopping trips. There is an underwater tunnel at its northern side and a fringing reef on its southern end. The island is also called Helicopter Island because its limestone cliffs resemble that of a helicopter when it is viewed from a considerable distance.
Tapiutan Island - Further out of the bay facing the South China Sea, Tapiutan's rich marine life provides opportunities for scuba diving and snorkelling. One of the most striking islands in El Nido because of its shape and sheer limestone walls.
Matinloc Island - Matinloc Island, the longest slim island in El Nido, has a secret beach, which is a pocket of white sand beach at the corner of a sinkhole,that is inaccessible by boat and surrounded by steep rock walls. To reach it, divers must swim underwater through a narrow crevice in a rock wall. At noon, the sun streams in through the opening, allowing a play of light and shadow against its limestone walls.
Star Beach - Another fantastic snorkeling spot. Here your guides will prepare a sumptuous lunch by the beach while you discover the wonders and beauty of the coral reefs near this island.
Matinloc Shrine - Hidden among the lush forested island is the Matinloc Shrine (also known as Shrine of Our Lady of Matinloc and Shrine of the Blessed Virgin) a sacred monument built in 1982 to honor the blessed virgin mary.
The tour starts with a drive up to the picturesque City of Tagaytay. Located on a ridge 2,250 feet above sea level, the city offers panoramic views of Taal Lake and Volcano, the ""lake within a volcano within a lake within a volcano"". This view is best savored from atop the Palace in the Sky, rest house of late President Ferdinand Marcos.
Enjoy a brief lunch stop at a local restaurant to enjoy some local cuisine and delicacies in an atmosphere designed for panoramic views.
Then we start our drive back down to Metro Manila. First stop is the American War Memorial & Cemetery, the largest and most beautiful of American memorials outside the Continental U.S. Have a glimpse of Makatis hustle and bustle as you drive through on your way to the capital city - Manila via scenic Roxas Boulevard (also known as Dewey Boulevard in the recent past) passing through Luneta Park (also called Rizal Park in memory of the countrys national hero) on your way to the ""Walled City"" of Intramuros.
Here you will see ancient walls, church ruins and other relics of the Spanish Conquistadors. Travel through old cobbled streets to San Agustin Church, the oldest stone church in the country. The tours wraps up at Fort Santiago, a Spanish fortress that once watched over the entrance to Pasig River. It was here that our national hero Dr. Jose Rizal spent his last days and where he wrote his famous ""My Last Farewell.""
Embark on a full day excursion to the town of Pagsanjan, Laguna located two and a half hours south of Manila. Your destination is the majestic Pagsanjan Falls. Take a scenic boat ride on a native dugout canoe (banca.) As the boat is skillfully maneuvered upstream by two boatmen, the landscape diversifies with beautiful boulders, steep gorges and lush tropical vegetation.
Return downstream by “shooting the rapids” as expert boatmen steer past huge boulders in churning waters at top speeds. With its booming waters cascading down the cliff 900 feet below, this is truly an exhilarating, spine-tingling, adrenaline-pumping ride.
This Whole Day Tour takes you on a journey from Puerto Princesa to Sabang, stopping en route to view other natural attractions, such as Elephant Mountain.
Be amazed by spectacular stalagmites and stalactites in the 20 million years old to form with thousand bat populations and different wildlife that inhabit this cave. This UNESCO World Heritage site known as Puerto Princesa Underground River and declared One of the new 7 Wonders of Nature. It is known as the longest navigable underground river in the world.
A motorised Banka to the Entrance Beach, a beautiful forest area home to a number of endemic species, including a troop of naughty Monkey's and reptiles. The canoe tour into the Cave itself lasts approximately 45 minutes, and takes you into the first 1.5 kilometres of the Underground River Cave. Experience the beauty of Stalagmites and Stalactites, which took thousands of years to form, and the Swift and Bat populations that inhabit the cave.
Whale sharks, locally known as 'tuki' or 'butanding', are found off the coast of Tan-awan, in Oslob, about 10 kilometers away from the town center. Start your trip by meeting the gentle giants of the sea. Locally known as “tuki” or “Butanding”, the whale shark is the largest fish in the world. With its vast size it resembles the whales from which the common name is derived.
It can reach up to 12 meters (40 feet) in length and weigh an average of 5 tons. It uses mouth filters to feed on tiny plankton and small fish. Don't miss the opportunity to watch, snorkel or dive with the whale sharks and get fascinated by these friendly creatures. Return back to hotel in the evening.
The fastest way to explore the island of Boracay and the small neighbouring islands is by motorboat. Stop at the crocodile island cove, where there is a small cave and watch towers where you could see the whole island of Boracay in a bird's eye view.
Explore the many beautiful beaches of Boracay. White Beach in the west of the island is where most of the hotels and other establishments are located. Puka beach is located at the end of the island where there are few people and almost no hotels in sight, only white sandy beach, tranquil and breathtaking nature. This is the place for those who prefer a relaxing ambience away from hustle and bustle of central Boracay. The Bulabog Beach is the best place for surfers and kite-boarders because the waves and wind in this side of the island are ideal for these water sports.
Meeting point: Hotel pick-up at about 8.30am returning at midday.
Other information: Roundtrip transfers from hotel, use of outrigger boat, service of local guide, masks and snorkels, and all applicable fees are included. This tour is not suitable for children aged five or under.
This is a recreational kiting activity where a person is towed behind a vehicle (usually a boat) while attached to a specially designed canopy wing that reminds one of a parachute known as parasail wing.The boat then drives off, carrying the parascender or wing and person into the air. If the boat is powerful enough, two or three people can parasail behind it at the same time. The parascender has little or no control over the parachute.