Best of the Philippines

10 Days Manila to El Nido
Best of the Philippines
Best of the Philippines
Best of the Philippines
New Release Adventure Small Group

Overview

Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 10 Day Best of the Philippines. The Philippines offers a bit of everything, from jungles to seaside villages and pristine beaches. This 10-day adventure takes you from cascading waterfalls and lush jungles to idyllic islands. Spend a day with a local Indigenous community, exploring their land and sharing a meal. Sample bold flavors in Manila's Chinatown, then let Palawan dazzle you with the Underground River and El Nido's turquoise waters. This is the Philippines trip you've been dreaming of. Ready to dive in?
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Trip Length
Trip Length

10 Days

Trip Starts
Trip Starts

Manila

Trip Ends
Trip Ends

El Nido

Countries Visited
Countries Visited:
Operator
Operator
G Adventures
Trip Style
Trip Style

Classic

Budget
Budget

Affordable

Age Range
Age Range

6-99 Years

Max. Group Size
Max. Group Size

16

Pace
Pace

Leisurely

Guide Style
Guide Style

Fully Guided

Tour Code
Tour Code

APME

Itinerary

Arrive at any time. Stay: Bayleaf Hotel

Spend today touring through the best parts of Manila. Start with a walking tour of the heart of Manila, the walled city of Intramuros. Walk under Fort Santiago, admire the architecture of Manila Cathedral, visit Casa Manila, and more. In the afternoon, we'll hop in a classic Filipino Jeepney and ride through through Binondo, Manila's Chinatown, known as Manila's culinary hub. Come hungry and sample the delicious and unique Filipino and Chinese fusion street food along the way. Stay: Bayleaf Hotel (B/D)

Today we'll leave the bustling city behind and head to the jungle of Mount Purro Nature Reserve to spend a day with the Dumagat Indigenous community, learning more about Indigenous food and culture. An adventure filled day, you'll do some light hiking, join in an Indigenous cooking demonstration, build the fire for cooking and make sinigang, a traditional pork dish cooked in bamboo. Then dig into the meal while hearing the stories of the locals. In the afternoon, return back to Manila. Stay: Bayleaf Hotel (B/L)

Depart the big city this morning and fly to Puerto Princesa. After arriving, spend the afternoon at leisure. Opt to take a tour of the seaside town with visits to Baker's Hill and Plaza Cuartel. This evening, we are venturing out into the mangroves to see the night sky illuminate full of fireflies on the Iwahig Firefly Watching Tour. Stay: Holiday Suite, Puerto Princesa (B)

This morning, visit the famous underground river at the UNESCO World Heritage site, Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park. Hop into a boat and cruise through the cave. In the afternoon, drive to Port Barton. Stay: Holiday Suite, Port Barton (B/L)

This morning, we'll load into a boat and spend the day out on the water on an Island Hopping adventure. Relax under the sun, snorkel and look out for sea turtles, and enjoy lunch on board. In the evening, enjoy a free evening in Port Barton. Stay: Holiday Suite, Port Barton (B/L)

Travel this morning from Port Barton to El Nido. Once in El Nido, visit the Sibaltan Heritage House. After meeting the community, jump in with a hands-on in a cooking demonstration and tasting with the local women. Then witness the local traditions of the community, learning their local songs and cultural dances, and observe the Cuyonon artisan weaving. Stay: Isla Amara Hotel, Lio Beach (B/L)

Spend the whole day out on the sea today in a private boat island hopping adventure. Cruise, snorkel and swim your way through picturesque beaches, perfect blue water and around krast formations. Make pit stops at gorgeous beaches, like Secret Beach and Hidden Beach, and keep your eyes out for sea turtles, eels and rays in the water. Stay: Isla Amara Hotel, Lio Beach (B/L)

On your last full day in El Nido and the Philippines, spend the day however you'd like. Opt to relax on a beach, take a day trip to Kuyawyaw Falls or hike Mt Taraw. Stay: Isla Amara Hotel, Lio Beach (B)

Depart at any time. (B)

Trip Inclusions

  • Set off on a Manila Street Food & Jeepney Tour.
  • Mount Purro Nature Reserve Experience.
  • Venture into the mangroves to see the night sky illuminate full of fireflies from Puerto Princesa.
  • Spend the day island-hopping and snorkelling from El Nido.

  • Your G for Good Moment: Mount Purro Nature Reserve, Mount Purro
  • Your G for Good Moment: Sibaltan Heritage Community, El Nido
  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Intramuros walking tour
  • Manila Street Food & Jeepney Tour
  • Mount Purro Nature Reserve G for Good Experience
  • Iwahig Firefly Excursion
  • Puerto Princesa Subterranean River tour
  • Full day Port Barton Island Hopping tour
  • Sibaltan Indigenous community experience
  • Full day El Nido Snorkeling tour
  • All transport to and from included activities

  • Hotel (9nts)

  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) and local guides throughout

  • 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 1 dinner

  • Walking, jeepney, private vehicle, plane, boat

  • Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included

Operator

G Adventures
G Adventures came from a desire to deliver authentic and responsible small group travel adventures that were equally life-changing for travellers and the communities they visit. And we’re been doing just that for almost 30 years. Our award-winning trips span seven continents and over 100 countries, giving you meaningful more experiences with people, cultures, landscapes and wildlife, as well as offering you the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own.

On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
Trip Style: Classic
Trip Style: Classic

Get the best of both worlds with G's Classic trips as your knowledgeable CEO (Chief Experience Officer) leads you to iconic highlights and hidden gems, while ample free time lets you discover what excites you most. Enjoy included meals showcasing local flavours, plus opportunities to dive deeper into the food scene independently. Stay in comfortable hotels, authentic homestays, and unique accommodations that capture the spirit of each destination.

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Dates & Pricing USD USD

Friday 06 Mar 2026 06 Mar 26 Manila
Sunday 15 Mar 2026 15 Mar 26 El Nido
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US$2,179
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Friday 13 Mar 2026 13 Mar 26 Manila
Sunday 22 Mar 2026 22 Mar 26 El Nido
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Friday 20 Mar 2026 20 Mar 26 Manila
Sunday 29 Mar 2026 29 Mar 26 El Nido
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Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.

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