Overview
Book online and enjoy exclusive savings on TruTravels 11 Day Philippines Backpacker. Always dreamt of exploring the Philippines but don't know where to start? Craving a backpacking adventure? You're in the right place! This Philippines Backpacker tour takes you from Manila to Coron in 11 epic days of island hopping, beach days and all round good vibes.
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US$836 per person
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Trip Length
11 Days
Trip Starts
Manila
Trip Ends
Coron
Departures
Oct 2026 to Dec 2026
Countries Visited:
Operator
TruTravels
Trip Style
Backpacker
Accommodation
Hostels
Budget
Affordable
Age Range
18-39 Years
Max. Group Size
20
Guide Style
Fully Guided
Tour Code
UAPBP
Itinerary
Touch down in Manila! Welcome to the trip of your dreams. Get ready for 11 days of island hopping and good vibes. Make your way to the hostel, meet your Tru Leader and the rest of the group. Tonight we'll head out for a welcome dinner and get to know each other a bit more.
It's an early start today, but it's so worth it! We'll catch a flight over to Puerto Princesa and arrive around midday. Once we have checked into our hostel, you can spend the afternoon as you please. We have a busy day tomorrow, so we'll fuel up with good local food and rest up after an early start this morning.
Are you ready for a day exploring this incredible island? We're starting with the Palawan Butterfly Garden and Tribal Village, followed by Binuatan Creations this morning. This afternoon we'll learn more about the local Filipino culture at the Palawan Heritage Center. To finish off this day we'll walk along the Baywalk and enjoy the sunset with a beer in hand!
We're up and out this morning, ready to travel to our next spot: Port Barton. We'll arrive in the afternoon and spend the day relaxing on the beach, playing volleyball, or finding the perfect spot for a beer with a view. In the evening, we'll meet for a group meal and get ready for a busy day tomorrow.
Today is super special! We're spending the whole day in the famous waters of Port Barton. We'll jump aboard our island hopping adventure in the morning and spend the day exploring the best reefs and islands. We're stopping at Starfish Island, Maxima Island, Fantastic Reef and Twin Reef, just to name a few! This evening we'll share all our photos from this incredible day.
Included Meals:
Lunch
El Nido here we come! El Nido is a Tru favourite and we cannot wait to show you around! We'll arrive in the early afternoon and spend the rest of the day exploring and visiting the best beaches. El Nido is famous for it's stunning landscapes and insane coral reefs, it's also got some great bars so we'll check them out in the evening too!
Did someone say more island hopping? Yes please! We're spending the whole of the afternoon searching for nemo and dory as we island hop around paradise. We'll have a local lunch halfway through to fuel us up for even more swimming and snorkelling.
Included Meals:
Lunch
Today we're getting our adrenaline pumpingggg! We're ziplining across islands and seeing El Nido's amazing beaches from the sky - epic right? After an incredible morning cosplaying as Superman we're spending the afternoon relaxing on the beach and enjoying our last moments on El Nido.
We couldn't come to the Philippines and not visit the spot famous for crystal clear lagoons and coral reef shipwrecks (yes they are just as incredible as they sound!) We'll have a travel day over to Coron today and arrive in the late afternoon, unpack and head out for dinner.
Our final full day on tour, that calls for one thing - one last island hopping adventure! Coron has so many must-visit spots so we'll make sure we tick them all off. We'll visit Baracuda Lake, Twin Lagoon, Atawayan Beach, Kayangan lake and view deck
Included Meals:
Lunch
The past 11 days have FLOWN by, we can't believe it's over! Wherever you are headed to next your Tru Leader will be on hand to make sure you know how to get there. See you next time!
Trip Inclusions
- Airport Pickup: Provided up to two days before as long as you are booked into the start hotel.
- Travel Ninja: Ninja = your guide! Like travelling with your best friends & one of them happens to know where they're going!
- Transport: All Internal Transport Included
- Accommodation: 10 Nights in Hostel Accommodation
- Meals: 3 lunches
- El Nido Island Hopping Day Trip.
- Port Barton Island Hopping Day Trip,
- El Nido Island Hopping Day Trip, Coron Island Hopping Day Trip,
- Palawan Butterfly Garden and Tribal Village, Palawan Heritage Center
- Private bus, flight
- You have a Tru tour leader included on this trip
- 10 Nights Dorm Rooms
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included.
Operator
The purpose of TruTravels is to create life changing experiences through game changing travel for 18 to whatever year olds. We maximise your adventure and minimise hassle by taking care of all of the details so the only thing you have to worry about is what to pack. Our tours are the perfect blend between local hotspots, more hidden gems, and essential inclusions. Are you ready to elevate your travel game?
Dates & Pricing
USD
Sunday
03 May 2026
03 May 26
Manila
Wednesday
13 May 2026
13 May 26
Coron
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$1,195
Multi Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Sunday
30 Aug 2026
30 Aug 26
Manila
Wednesday
09 Sep 2026
09 Sep 26
Coron
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$1,195
Multi Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Sunday
27 Sep 2026
27 Sep 26
Manila
Wednesday
07 Oct 2026
07 Oct 26
Coron
Details
Definite Departure
Our Price
US$1,195
Multi Share (Per Personpp)
Sold Out
Sunday
25 Oct 2026
25 Oct 26
Manila
Wednesday
04 Nov 2026
04 Nov 26
Coron
Details
Definite Departure
Exclusive Savings
Was: $1,195
US$836
Save $359
Multi Share (Per Personpp)
Sunday
15 Nov 2026
15 Nov 26
Manila
Wednesday
25 Nov 2026
25 Nov 26
Coron
Details
Definite Departure
Exclusive Savings
Was: $1,195
US$1,075
Save $120
Multi Share (Per Personpp)
Sunday
06 Dec 2026
06 Dec 26
Manila
Wednesday
16 Dec 2026
16 Dec 26
Coron
Details
Definite Departure
Exclusive Savings
Was: $1,195
US$1,075
Save $120
Multi Share (Per Personpp)
Note
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
A definite departure means minimum numbers have been reached for this departure to operate. Your Global Journeys Travel Advisor will check the availability of your departure date when you Inquire. Additional savings may apply. T&C’s apply.
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 TruTravels. 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.
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 TruTravels. 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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