INT1064 Glimpses Of Manila & Bohol

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INT1064 Glimpses Of Manila & Bohol5 Nights / 6 Days tour

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Bohol - Manila

Tour Overview

The Philippines is a Southeast Asian country in the Western Pacific, comprising more than 7,000 islands. Its capital, Manila, is famous for its waterfront promenade and centuries-old Chinatown, Binondo. Intramuros, a walled city in colonial times, is the heart of Old Manila. It’s home to the baroque 17th-century San Agustin Church as well as Fort Santiago, a storied citadel and military prison. Bohol is a province of the Philippines, in the country’s Central Visayas region. It comprises Bohol Island and numerous smaller surrounding islands. Bohol is known for coral reefs and unusual geological formations, notably the Chocolate Hills. On the main island, near the town of Carmen, these 1,200 or so symmetrical mounds turn cocoa-brown in the dry season, contrasting with the surrounding jungle's greenery

Day 1: Arrive Manila

Attractions: Manila Ocean Park,Star City,Mind Museum,Ayala Triangle Gardens

Arrive at Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport. Our local representative will be waiting at the airport to welcome you and transfer you to the hotel. A popular sight is the Intramuros, a walled area that was the capital during Spanish rule. Intramuros has retained old dungeons and gunpowder rooms but added art galleries and theatres. The city is filled with museums, shops, parks and churches, plus enough nightlife to last until dawn. Manila is a cultural hot-spot that offers a unique experience to both local and visiting families. Rest of the day at leisure on own. You can visit Ocean Park – In Philippines, marine life is best explored by snorkeling or diving. But if you don't have time to check out the beaches, Manila Ocean Park is an alternative, especially for kids. At this amusement park, you can interact with penguins, enjoy memorable encounters with sharks and rays, and even let your daughter try out her mermaid fantasy by swimming while wearing a fish tail. After a long tiring day, relax your feet by trying the 'Fish Spa' where tiny, friendly fish nibble the dead skin cells off your feet. Or you can visit 'Star City' – an amusement park which gives an adrenaline rush, scream your heart out in the rides and attractions, Star City is located next to the Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex, so you also the have option to catch a play at CCP or see an indie film after your visit. Outside food and drinks are not allowed, but snacks are sold at stalls inside the park. Some fast food joints also surround the park vicinity. See the Mind Museum - it allows the whole family to learn while having fun. The first world-class science museum in the Philippines houses around 250 interactive exhibits to feed both your curious mind and your senses. It's a great place to start introducing or explaining complicated concepts to kids, from atoms and frequencies to Earth and astronomy. If you want to spend a day outdoors – head over to the Ayala Triangle Gardens in Makati's Central Business District. Here you'll find space to run, cycle, or play frisbee with family and friends. Roll out the picnic mat and relax with some food and drinks, or for a more formal meal, head to one of the fine dining restaurants in the area. Free events and exhibits are also held in the area from time to time. If you plan to watch the Light & Sound show over here from late November through December, make a reservation in advance as securing seats can be difficult. Evening try the vibrant nightlife here. The dress code is usually relaxed, and you'll find the bars and restos packed even on weeknights, as night-shift call center employees tend to gravitate to these areas to wind down or prep up for work. Similar watering holes may also be found along Timog and West Avenue in Quezon City, and at the Ortigas Center in Mandaluyong. Overnight at hotel in Manila.

Day 2: Manila

Attractions: Fort Santiago,Rizal Park,San Augustin Church

After breakfast, proceed for a half day city tour of Manila. The tour starts with a drive through Roxas Boulevard to Rizal Park, named in honour of the country's national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal. After a brief photo stop, proceed to the walled City of Intramuros to visit the remnants of Spain's conquistadores. Travel through the cobbled streets to San Augustin Church, the country's oldest stone church and view its wide collection of icons and religious articles. Across it is, Casa Manila, a reproduction of a 19th century house equipped with oriental and European decor as well as antique furniture. Then proceed to Fort Santiago, Manila's main line of defense against invaders from the sea. It is a stone fort guarding the entrance to the city from Manila Bay. It has been the sight of many tragic moments in history. From Fort Santiago, drive on to Manila's central district, Quiapo, often referred to as the heart of Manila with its market, pilgrimage church of the Black Nazarene, jeepney terminals and bazaars. Then proceed to the Chinese Cemetery, the only one of its kind in the world, where the mausoleums are as big and elaborate as houses and where the fusion of Eastern and Chinese religions are very much in evidence. End the tour with a short sightseeing of the bustling financial and commercial district of Makati City. In the afternoon proceed to Asia's second largest mall – Mall of Asia or Greenhills Shopping Centre, a mecca for those in search of electronics, mobile phones, latest clothes and jewellery trends at the most affordable prices. SM Mall of Asia, also known as MOA, offers an array of activities for the whole family. In addition to myriad shops, the largest mall in Asia features an ice skating rink, bowling alley, science center, and more. The MOA Arena is right next door, which hosts concerts and sports events. The SMX Convention Center, where special fairs are held, is also nearby. This is a great place to catch a 3D movie is at the IMAX theater here. There are free electric vehicles inside and outside the mall to help senior citizens and disabled guests get around. The mall offers a free shuttle service to and from most of the hotels in Manila. SM Mall's bayside location means you can simply step outside to watch Manila's iconic sunset. Overnight at hotel in Manila.

Day 3: Manila – Bohol

Attractions: Alona Beach,Chocolate Hills,Churches,Monuments

After breakfast, check out and transfer by a private vehicle to the airport to the domestic airport for your domestic flight to Bohol (approx 1 ½ hour) on Cebu Pacific (local airline). Arrive at Bohol Tagbilaran airport. Transfer by coach to a beach resort. Check in at your hotel and rest of the day at leisure. Bohol is a true diver's paradise, and although there is plenty to see above sealevel, at least half of the visitors specifically come to Bohol to take a peek under the waves. On Bohol, you can find resorts in various price classes. From world class facilities, where you can find every luxury desired, to the very simple cottages, where even streaming water is not included. Pasalubong, something to bring home as gifts after a trip is a well-known Filipino tradition. Always good are local varieties of snacks. Each place has its own specialty. Bohol is well known for its many fiestas and festivals. Especially during the month of May, in which not a single day passes without a fiesta somewhere on the island. There are many white beaches which are just waiting to be discovered. One can go dolphin and whale watching on the Bohol Sea. Alona beach has large number of resorts in various price-classes and quality. Overnight at resort in Bohol.

Day 4: Bohol

Attractions: Baclayon Church,Loboc river

After breakfast, proceed for a day trip that introduces 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. Nearby is the 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 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 colour with the season. In summer, the hill grasses turn deep brown and the resemble chocolate candy drops, therefore the name Chocolate Hills. Move onto Loboc river where a cruise upstream on a floating restaurant is made more enjoyable with a delectable lunch. Return to the hotel late afternoon. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at resort in Bohol.

Day 5: Bohol

Attractions: Olango Island,Rajah Sikatuna National Park

After breakfast, day at leisure to enjoy the white sand beaches. Bohol has a number of diving facilities, Some are part of a resort or hotel, while others are independent, but all will serve you when you walk in, and bring your diver's licence with you. And if you don't have a diver's licence, you can take a PADI diving course, and obtain one. Most of the facilities are on Panglao, while a few more are on other islands around Bohol. Bohol is a favourite bird-watcher's destination in the Philippines. Famous of course is Olango Island, between Mactan Island and Bohol, and part of the province of Cebu, but also Bohol itself has much to offer in the shape of the Rajah Sikatuna National Park in the inlands, near the town of Bilar. With its 90 square kilometers, Rajah Sikatuna National Park is the largest remaining natural forest in Bohol. A number of trails have been set out. Following the trails through the park, you can come across many species of birds. It will take some patience, and may really help if you bring along tapes with bird calls to tempt the often shy birds from their hiding places. Today you can visit the Chocolate Hills Adventure Park which is fun for both adults and children, it offers thrill rides. There is bike zipline, surf zipline, tree top rope challenges, wave runner surf zipline, choco zorb ball, the angler fishing, butterfly garden, skateboarding, spiderman wall climb, mountain biking and lots more. Besides this Bohol offers – Spelunking: Ka Mira Cave in the town of Danao… an hour of exploration inside the cave where great formations of stalactites and stalagmites are abundant and a pool of icy cold water and a fountain await at the end of the cave; Danao Eco Adventure Park (2 hours from Bohol(: Danao Eco Adventure Park is the first adventure park in Bohol offering thrill activities such as zipline. Danao is 2.5 to 3 hours ride and 92 km in distance from Tagbilaran City. Exciting nature based adventure activities are found here; ATV EcoAdventure tour, the zip line in Danao town, province of Bohol is the Philippines longest and tallest zip line. It traverses around half a kilometer from one mountain to another, taking you to a one-minute exhilirating ride. A video taken with Josh on the zip line in Danao, one of the newest tourist attractions in the province.

Day 6: Depart Bohol

After breakfast, check out and transfer to Bohol airport for your domestic flight to Manila and then take your onward connecting departure flight from Manila.

Inclusions / Exclusions

Tour price includes:

02 nights accommodation with daily breakfast in Manila.

03 nights accommodation with daily breakfast in Bohol. 

Roundtrip Airport transfers in Manila & Bohol (shared transfer in Bohol). 

Private air-conditioned transportation and all applicable entrance fees. 

Services of an English speaking tour guide. 

Half day Manila city tour. 

Day trip of Bohol. 

Tour price does not include:

Philippines visa charges, International Airfares, Taxes on the airline ticket, travel insurance.

GOI Service Tax as applicable will be added to the final tour invoice.

Cost granted by the Reserve Bank of India under the Basic Travel Quota scheme.

Any increase in the rate of exchange, surface transportation and land arrangements, which may come into effect, prior to departure.

Porterage, tips, insurance, laundry, wines, mineral water, telephone charges, optional tours and all items of personal nature and also food & drinks not forming part of the group menus.

Optional sightseeings, optional excursions, extra transfers. 

Early check in and late check out is not included and NOT GUARANTEED in peak season. It is subject to a supplement cost.

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