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12 Days Best of Philippines Small Group Tour

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Turquoise waters, digitally-finished, rice terraces that had been patiently dug into the hillside long before any machines were invented, and the feeling of unscripted welcome on the islands.
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Operator: UME Travel Co. Ltd
Island Hopping: Hop between sun-soaked shores and hidden islands
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided: Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 1 - 16
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
El Nido
El Nido
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Cuna Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Explore local area
- Dinner at nearby restaurant
Landmarks
El Nido Lio Airport
Bacuit Archipelago
Day 2
El Nido
El Nido
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Cuna Hotel)
Included Activities
- Island Hopping Tour A
- Visit Big Lagoon with kayaking through crystal-clear waters surrounded by limestone cliffs
- Visit Secret Lagoon - hidden paradise with turquoise waters and pristine beach
- Visit 7 Commando Beach - tropical haven with white sand and crystal-clear waters
- Snorkeling at Shimizu Island among vibrant coral reefs
- Visit Payong-Payong Beach
Optional Activities
- Kayak rental at Big Lagoon - 450 PHP for 2 pax
Landmarks
Big Lagoon
Secret Lagoon
7 Commando Beach
Shimizu Island
Payong-Payong Beach
Day 3
El Nido
El Nido
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Cuna Hotel)
Included Activities
- Island Hopping Tour C
- Visit Helicopter Island (Dilumacad Island) with snorkeling and coral reef exploration
- Visit Tapiutan Island for snorkeling and beach relaxation
- Visit Secret Beach - accessible by swimming through narrow rock opening with soft white sand and clear waters
- Visit Hidden Beach - lagoon-like haven behind limestone formations with turquoise waters
Landmarks
Helicopter Island
Tapiutan Island
Secret Beach
Hidden Beach
Day 4
El Nido to Coron
El Nido to Coron
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Venus Royale Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Visit Mt. Tapyas
- Visit Maquinit Hot Spring
Landmarks
Mt. Tapyas
Maquinit Hot Spring
Coron Wrecks
Day 5
Coron
Coron
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Venus Royale Hotel)
Included Activities
- Island Hopping Tour A
- Visit Kayangan Lake with snorkeling in crystal-clear freshwater lake surrounded by limestone cliffs
- Visit Green Lagoon with emerald turquoise waters
- Visit Quin Reef (Malwawey Coral Garden) for snorkeling among vibrant coral gardens and colorful fish
- Visit Atwayan Beach with white sand and bamboo huts
- Visit CYC Beach for swimming and relaxation
- Visit Las Islas de Coral for snorkeling among colorful coral and tropical fish
Landmarks
Kayangan Lake
Green Lagoon
Quin Reef
Atwayan Beach
CYC Beach
Las Islas de Coral
Day 6
Coron
Coron
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Venus Royale Hotel)
Included Activities
- Reef and Wrecks Tour
- Visit Pass Island
- Visit Lusong Coral Garden - largest and most vibrant coral garden in Coron
- Snorkel at Lusong Gunboat - WWII wreck at 10 meters depth
- Snorkel at East Tangat Wreck - 40-meter WWII vessel sunk September 24, 1944
Landmarks
Pass Island
Lusong Coral Garden
Lusong Gunboat
East Tangat Wreck
Day 7
Coron - Cebu - Bohol
Coron - Cebu - Bohol
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Roman Empire Panglao Boutique Hotel)
Included Activities
- Half-day Cebu tour
- Visit Magellan's Cross
- Visit Basilica Minore del Santo Niño
- Visit Fort San Pedro
Landmarks
Magellan's Cross
Basilica Minore del Santo Niño
Fort San Pedro
Chocolate Hills
Day 8
Bohol
Bohol
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Buffet lunch onboard Loboc River cruise)
Accommodation
Hotel 3* (Roman Empire Panglao Boutique Hotel)
Included Activities
- Sardine run experience at Napaling Reef with swimming among thousands of sardines
- Loboc River cruise with buffet lunch onboard
- Visit Bohol Tarsier Conservation Area to see Philippine Tarsier
- Visit Chocolate Hills viewing decks with panoramic views
Optional Activities
- GoPro rental for capturing underwater sardine run footage
Landmarks
Napaling Reef
Loboc River
Bohol Tarsier Conservation Area
Chocolate Hills
Day 9
Bohol to Siquijor
Bohol to Siquijor
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Coco Grove Beach Resort,Siquijor Island)
Included Activities
- Dolphin watching en route to Balicasag Island
- Visit Balicasag Island with exploration of underwater cliff and coral reefs
- Snorkeling at Balicasag Island Coral Garden
- Sea turtle observation at turtle point
Optional Activities
- Relax on white sand beaches of Balicasag Island
- Visit southern tip viewing deck at Balicasag Island
Landmarks
Balicasag Island
Balicasag Coral Garden
Day 10
Siquijor to Dumaguete
Siquijor to Dumaguete
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Bravo Hotel)
Included Activities
- Visit Capilay Spring Park natural spring-fed pool
- Stroll along Tubod Beach
- Visit Lugnason Falls waterfall and swimming pool
- Visit Old Enchanted Balete Tree (400+ years old) with fish spa pool
- Explore Lazi Convent museum and Spanish colonial architecture
- Visit Kagusuan Beach on southeastern coast
- Visit Cambugahay Falls three-tiered waterfall with swimming and rope swinging
- Ferry transfer to Dumaguete via OceanJet Ferry
Optional Activities
- Cliff jumping at Cambugahay Falls (thrill-seeker activity)
- Additional water activities and diving on Siquijor Island
Landmarks
Capilay Spring Park
Tubod Beach
Lugnason Falls
Old Enchanted Balete Tree
Lazi Convent
Kagusuan Beach
Cambugahay Falls
Day 11
Dumaguete
Dumaguete
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch on the beach)
Accommodation
Hotel 4* (Bravo Hotel)
Included Activities
- Island hopping to Apo Island
- Sea turtle observation and snorkeling
- Explore Coral Garden with snorkeling among lush coral formations and tropical fish
- Lunch on Apo Island beach
- Visit island viewing deck at southern tip
Optional Activities
- Leisurely walk around Apo Island to explore local way of life
Landmarks
Apo Island
Apo Island Coral Garden
Day 12
Dumaguete
Dumaguete
Meals
Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore Dumaguete city at your leisure
Landmarks
Sibulan Airport

Landmarks
El Nido Lio Airport
Bacuit Archipelago

Landmarks
Big Lagoon
Secret Lagoon
7 Commando Beach
Shimizu Island
Payong-Payong Beach

Landmarks
Helicopter Island
Tapiutan Island
Secret Beach
Hidden Beach

Landmarks
Mt. Tapyas
Maquinit Hot Spring
Coron Wrecks

Landmarks
Kayangan Lake
Green Lagoon
Quin Reef
Atwayan Beach
CYC Beach
Las Islas de Coral

Landmarks
Pass Island
Lusong Coral Garden
Lusong Gunboat
East Tangat Wreck

Landmarks
Magellan's Cross
Basilica Minore del Santo Niño
Fort San Pedro
Chocolate Hills

Landmarks
Napaling Reef
Loboc River
Bohol Tarsier Conservation Area
Chocolate Hills

Landmarks
Balicasag Island
Balicasag Coral Garden

Landmarks
Capilay Spring Park
Tubod Beach
Lugnason Falls
Old Enchanted Balete Tree
Lazi Convent
Kagusuan Beach
Cambugahay Falls

Landmarks
Apo Island
Apo Island Coral Garden

Landmarks
Sibulan Airport

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Cuna Hotel
Hotel 3*
Days 1, 2, 3
Venus Royale Hotel
Hotel 3*
Days 4, 5, 6
Roman Empire Panglao Boutique Hotel
Hotel 3*
Days 7, 8
Coco Grove Beach Resort,Siquijor Island
Hotel 4*
day 9
Bravo Hotel
Hotel 4*
Days 10, 11

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5.0

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Itinerary
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5.0
Guide
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Accommodation
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Food
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Faith5.0•August 2026
The Philippines was a place that had always appeared overwhelming, with more than seven thousand islands to choose...
The Philippines was a place that had always appeared overwhelming, with more than seven thousand islands to choose from, and far fewer ideas and directions for the average traveller. The 12 Days Best of Philippines itinerary did this so well, and narrowed down the search of what part of the country is better seen first to a bundle of years of searching. The events of those twelve days were truly unexpected, in a good way. Turquoise waters, digitally-finished, rice terraces that had been patiently dug into the hillside long before any machines were invented, and the feeling of unscripted welcome on the islands. There's a natural generosity of spirit in the Philippines that you can't build on a plan, but this one was clever enough to let us get into it and walk away. The 12 days did not feel like an end, but rather a continuation.Show more
Traveled in July 2026
Reply from: UME Travel Co. Ltd
Thank you for your heartfelt words! We’re so happy UME Travel helped make your Philippines journey unforgettable. Your trust means so much to us, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure soon!
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Robert5.0•May 2026
Tour was very well organized and communication was excellent…..highly recommend
Traveled in April 2026
Reply from: UME Travel Co. Ltd
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the trip and found everything well organized. Providing smooth communication and memorable travel experiences is always our goal. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on another journey with UME Travel soon!
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Vanessa5.0•October 2025
It was a relaxed trip, and since our group was small, we didn’t have to wait on each other much!
Traveled in October 2025

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Asked on January 9th, 2026
Could someone help me with booking a flight from Manila to El Nido to start the tour, and a return flight from Dumaguete back to Manila when it's over?
Flights / Transfers
- UME Travel Co. LtdOperator•Written January 2026
  Regarding the flights from Manila to El Nido, we usually recommend that guests book these flights on their own, as our offered flight rates are generally much higher than booking directly by yourselves.
- J
  Jerry
  Traveler•Written January 2026
  I'm looking for something pretty last-minute. I have between now and Feb 9 to travel.
- UME Travel Co. LtdOperator•Written January 2026
  The 9 Days Philippines Highlight Small Group Tour is available with a departure on January 29th, and the tour will end on February 2nd. This itinerary finishes before February 9th, so it may be a good option for you to consider.
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Adam
Asked on October 17th, 2025
If I book as a single traveller will I have my own room or will I be paired up with someone else?
Accommodation
Single supplement
- UME Travel Co. LtdOperator•Written October 2025
  If you book as a single traveler and do not select the "single room supplement," we will do our best to pair you with another guest in a shared room. However, please note that we cannot guarantee a perfect match, as it depends on availability and other factors. If you'd prefer to have your own room, you can select the "single room supplement" at the time of booking, which will ensure you have a private room.
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  Adam
  Traveler•Written October 2025
  One the last day in Dumaguete what time is the airport transfer? What time should I be able to book my flight from there?
- UME Travel Co. LtdOperator•Written October 2025
  On the last day, the airport transfer will be arranged according to your flight time, you can book any flight time that day according to your convenience.
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Sarah
Asked on September 21st, 2025
Do we have the same guide for the entire trip?
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  Sarah
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  Is it easy to set up the fortnightly payments?
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  Sarah
  Traveler•Written September 2025
  We are looking at booking the above tour and want to know if there is a minimum number that is needed for the tour to proceed.
- UME Travel Co. LtdOperator•Written September 2025
  We typically only require a deposit of USD 150 FOR 2 person in total to secure the booking. The full amount is due 30 days before the tour and can be fully refunded if canceled before that time. As for the fortnightly payment option, you can check the payment terms on the TourRadar page when you go to make the payment. It will outline whether the option to pay in installments is available and how to set it up.
- UME Travel Co. LtdOperator•Written September 2025
  We only require a minimum of 2 guests for the tour to proceed, so with 2 of you, there's no need to worry about cancellations due to insufficient guests.
- UME Travel Co. LtdOperator•Written September 2025
  For this itinerary, the same guide will not accompany you throughout the entire trip, as flying guides between islands would be very costly. Instead, we arrange different local guides in each destination—for example in El Nido, Coron, Bohol, and Dumaguete. This way, you will always have a guide who is not only professional but also very knowledgeable about the local area, ensuring you get the best experience in each city.

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