Ultimate Philippines Island Hopping (with Expedition)

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Looking for paradise? It's right here. Get ready for the ultimate 22-day love affair with the best beaches, cities and hidden gems in all of Asia. You’ll sample local eats, snorkel & swim in the sparkling sea, chase waterfalls and even discover remote islands on an epic boat expedition - all with included flights & Special Stays.
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

What's this trip about?

    Looking for paradise? It's right here. Get ready for the ultimate 22-day love affair with the best beaches, cities and hidden gems in all of Asia. You’ll sample local eats, snorkel & swim in the sparkling sea, chase waterfalls and even discover remote islands on an epic boat expedition - all with included flights & Special Stays.

Details

Itinerary focusOff the Beaten Path
Group sizeGroup - max of 40 people
Age range18 to 35 years
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityCebu
End CityCoron

Travel Themes

  • Cultural

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 40

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: Cebu City

Welcome to Asia’s Pearl of the Orient, packed with some of the BEST views of your lifetime! There’s so much to see, and there’s no time to waste. You’ll meet your crew here in Cebu. Drop your bags off & join us for your very first meal of the trip (it’s our treat!).

Yello Hotel (or similar)

Dinner

Day 2: Cebu City to Moalboal

It’s the first full day. So you best believe we’re living it out to the fullest. We’ll head out in our van to our very first beachy spot of the trip, stopping by for a local style lunch & then a beautiful mystical church too!Yes, we know. You can't wait to witness...

Day 3: Moalboal

Love waterfalls? You’ll love today. After breakfast, we’ll kick start our journey with a trek towards Aguinid Falls. Then, we'll head to Kawasan Falls & Alergria Falls where you can dip your toes in the water and even take a swim (if that’s your vibe). Expect stun...

Day 4: Moalboal to Bohol

It’s time to say goodbye to the oh-so-beautiful Moalboal. Don’t worry, our next stop is giving those turquoise waters some serious competition. Jaws will drop as you drop your bags off at our scenic riverside resort here. Bohol's known for its luscious landscape &...

Day 5: Bohol

Wakey wakey, grab your brekkie. Today we’re jumping on a tuk tuk (just like the locals!) for a full day of exploring all the countryside sights here. Think: hills that look like chocolate, and a visit to Tarsier Sanctuary with cute tree-hugging monkeys... And for lunc...

Day 6: Bohol to Panglao

Bye-bye Bohol. A dolphin-watching adventure awaits us.One afternoon. Two islands. Plenty of seaside stunners to discover. So hop on the boat for our first stop - Pamilacan Island for snorkelling around the vibrant corals. Keep your eyes peeled for playful dolphins as ...

Day 7: Panglao

All good things in life are free - just like this day. Unwind on the white-sand beach. Get pampered with a massage. Sample local eats. Go snorkelling in the sparkling sea. Do what you please. Rest & relaxation never looked this good…

Regent's Park Resort (or similar)

Breakfast

Day 8: Panglao to Boracay via Cebu City

Shh, no need to shed tears just yet. We’re heading back to Cebu City today - but only to catch a flight to another sun-kissed island. Fasten your seatbelts and get ready for the final stop of our eastern island adventure. Boracay’s our home base for the next couple of...

Day 9: Boracay

You thought our island hopping adventure was over? Heck no. Suit up for an island hopping day trip! We’ll stop by at plenty of show-stopping spots with crystal clear waters, hidden coves and snorkelling opportunities before heading back to our hotel to rest up.

Paradise Garden Resort Hotel Boracay (or similar)

Breakfast

Day 10: Boracay to Puerto Princesa

Boracay, you've been beautiful. With 4 show-stopping islands ticked off our lists, it's time for season two of our journey - this time in Palawan!We're here. We've arrived in Palawan. And we're so so ready for more. Dinner's on us tonight, so come hungry!

Palawan Uno Hotel (or similar)

Breakfast, Dinner

Day 11: Puerto Princesa to Port Barton via Underground River

Morning, sunshine lovers! Today’s the first full day on this wonderful island, so you know we’re starting with a bang. You’ll grab some breakfast at the hotel and head straight to the Subterranean River National Park for a fascinating underground endeavour. Ready? Put...

Day 12: Port Barton

Need your beauty sleep? Or just need to spend some time on the sandy beach? Today’s the day you can do anything you want. Dive into the crystal blue waters. Grab a book and soak in the sun. Go on a morning hike to check out the rocky hills. Or make your own rings &...

Day 13: Port Barton

Ocean-lovers, unite! Today, we’re going island hopping in our very own private boat. You’ll swim with sea turtles. Snorkel along the vibrant reefs. Grab a scrumptious locally-cooked meal. Dodge waves at the beach. And chill at a starfish sandbar (with your newly-made ...

Day 14: Port Barton to El Nido

It’s time to bid farewell to our (now) favourite island stop. But don’t worry, there are plenty more destinations here to give it competition. You’ll start the day with some breakfast at the hotel and with no time to waste, head to the next turquoise-tinted spot. A fr...

Day 15: El Nido

Rise and shine folks. It’s time to hit the road (just like the locals) in a wonderfully colourful, classic Jeepney. First stop? The beautiful Lio Beach. Enjoy the peaceful views and walk the wooden footpath that leads into the ocean. And it doesn’t end there. Next, we...

Day 16: El Nido

It’s not often you get an entire day in a palm tree paradise to spend just the way you please. But the stars must’ve aligned, because today is one of them! You can explore the pristine white-sand beaches while the sun’s out and spend the night chilling with your crew. It’s a ‘you do you’ kinda day.

Coral Cliff (or similar)

Breakfast

Day 17: El Nido to Island Special Stay

Mabuhay, travellers! The sun has risen, and so has the opportunity to explore another destination with crystal clear water. Munch on your final El Nido meal before we catch a boat-transfer. This is what you’ve been waiting for. You’ll drop your bags off at our Specia...

Day 18: Island Special Stay to Island Beach Camp

Are ya ready, sea-seekers? Our adventure is about to get wilder. Dine on a wholesome breakfast and bid your farewells, before we set out to our first destination of the marine safari. The next 3 days are packed with rustic adventures. You’ll be visiting close to 15 i...

Day 19: Island Beach Camp

Another day, another adventure. Today, we'll continue exploring the sapphire seas. You’ll start the day with some snorkelling. Who knows? You might just spot some turtles (and occasionally sting rays too). If thriving coral reefs and breathtaking beaches are your thin...

Day 20: Island Beach Camp to Coron

If you thought yesterday was the end of our island exploration, you’re in for a surprise. You can start the day with a scenic walk through the dense tropical mangroves and then head to another fringing reef. Keep your eyes peeled - you might spot some Giant Groupers a...

Day 21: Coron

It’s our last full day in this land of serene seas. And guess what? How you spend it is all up to you! Fancy a scuba dive? It’s your lucky day. Coron is known around the world for its intriguing Japanese World War II shipwrecks. Or you could choose to take a tricycle ...

Day 22: End Coron

After many enticing days of sea, sun, dining and snorkelling - it’s time to say goodbye. Make the most of your last free meal in this wonderful marine ecstasy. Don’t forget to exchange deets with your new best friends. After all, no one can keep away from exciting sea adventures (with amazing company) for too long.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $3,257
Price per day$148
Last Updated: 12/19/2024
Departure Date
Finish Date
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16 Oct 2025
06 Nov 2025
$4,022
$5,191
23 Oct 2025
13 Nov 2025
$4,246
$5,484
30 Oct 2025
20 Nov 2025
$4,246
$5,484
06 Nov 2025
27 Nov 2025
$4,246
$5,484
13 Nov 2025
04 Dec 2025
$4,022
$5,191
20 Nov 2025
11 Dec 2025
$4,246
$5,484
27 Nov 2025
18 Dec 2025
$4,022
$5,191
04 Dec 2025
25 Dec 2025
$4,246
$5,484
11 Dec 2025
01 Jan 2026
$4,022
$5,191
18 Dec 2025
08 Jan 2026
$4,246
$5,484

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We’re firm believers that life’s greatest experiences are made better by the people you share them with. That’s why Contiki invented group travel for young people in 1962 and we’ve spent the past 53 years perfecting it. You’ll explore amazing destinations with a group of 18-35 year olds from around the world who share your passion for adventure, good times and creating memories that define what it is to be young, wild and free.

No two travellers are the same and we know that, which is why we offer eight unique ways to explore the world. We have a number of options to choose from to create a vacation that’s perfect for you, from budget to accommodation style.

We're all about exploring the world with like-minded people, which is why we only run trips for 18-35 year olds, to celebrate being young, spirited and curious. You can expect to join a group of 18-53 awesome people from around the world on our Europe, Australia, North America and New Zealand trips, and in Asia and Latin America it's all about small group adventures with up to 25 travellers. Don't worry if you're not traveling as a couple or with a friend from home – though there are plenty of pairs, 50% of our travellers set off solo, meaning you'll have a ton of opportunities to make new friends.

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Contiki are the world leaders in social youth travel. We’ve been providing amazing travel experiences for young travellers, from 18-35 years old, since 1962. Imagine how good you would be at something if you had been doing it for more than 60 years?

Everything about Contiki is deeply rooted in our core values ‘Make Every Moment Count’ and ‘We’re about people’. We don’t just talk the talk, we walk the walk and live by our brand philosophy of ‘Travel.Together.’ which means to travel with one another, the destinations we visit, the cultures we enjoy and the environment, too.

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Accommodation

  • Yello Hotel (or similar)
  • Pescador Suites (or similar)
  • Loboc River Resort (or similar)
  • Regent's Park Resort (or similar)
  • Paradise Garden Resort Hotel Boracay (or similar)
  • Palawan Uno Hotel (or similar)
  • Ferellee Beachfront Inn (or similar)
  • Coral Cliff (or similar)
  • The Isla Experience
  • Island Beach Camp
  • Vienna Hotel (or similar)
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Meals Included
  • 5 Dinner (D)
  • 21 Breakfast (B)
  • 10 Lunch (L)
Age Requirements
18 to 35 years
Additional Information
Trip ID
contiki-PHIX25

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