22 days in Philippines Itinerary

A convenient place to stay when exploring the island, the city of Puerto Princesa sits on the coast in the center of the landmass.

Puerto Princesa is known for nature, parks, and shopping. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the wealth of natural beauty at Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, see the vivid underwater world at Tubbataha Reef, take a stroll through Stellar Grounds, and stop by Baker's Hill.

For other places to visit, more things to do, photos, and tourist information, read Puerto Princesa tour itinerary maker.

San Diego, USA to Puerto Princesa is an approximately 22-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Pacific Standard Time to Philippine Standard Time is 16 hours. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from San Diego in September: high temperatures in Puerto Princesa hover around 88°F and lows are around 76°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Coron.

Coron tourism has developed around its dive spots, with coral reefs and 10 preserved Japanese underwater shipwrecks to explore.

Coron is known for nature, wildlife, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, witness a stunning natural landmark at Maquinit Hot Spring, kick back and relax at Banul Beach, and explore the activities along Barracuda Lake.

For more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Coron travel tool.

Getting from Puerto Princesa to Coron by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and ferry; or ride a ferry. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) so you can travel to Boracay.

All of 7 km (4.3 mi) long, the island of Boracay remains an idyllic destination drawing beach-goers from around the world.

Dedicate the 13th (Tue) to wine at 1Boracay. There's much more to do: see the world from above with a helicopter tour, make a trip to Ariel's Point, stroll through White Beach, and enjoy the sand and surf at Bulabog Beach.

For more things to do, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Boracay trip itinerary maker.

Getting from Coron to Boracay by combination of flight and ferry takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and car. In September in Boracay, expect temperatures between 85°F during the day and 77°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel to Cebu City.

The country's second city, Cebu City boasts a number of interesting colonial buildings, thriving commercial areas, and historic temples.

Venture out of the city with trips to Lapu Lapu (Scuba & Snorkeling, Lapu Lapu Statue, &more). And it doesn't end there: contemplate the long history of Magellan's Cross, take in the spiritual surroundings of Taoist Temple, browse the exhibits of Basilica del Santo Nino, and shop like a local with Ayala Mall.

To see where to stay, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Cebu City trip planner.

Getting from Boracay to Cebu City by combination of ferry and flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and bus. In September, daily temperatures in Cebu City can reach 89°F, while at night they dip to 77°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to El Nido.

The coastal region of El Nido includes a mainland area of jungle, beaches, and cliffs, as well as 45 limestone islands and islets.

On the 19th (Mon), explore the activities along Big Lagoon, explore the activities along Small Lagoon, and then kick back and relax at Seven Commando Beach. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 20th (Tue): kick back and relax at Nacpan Beach and then look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, go to the El Nido journey maker tool.

You can fly from Cebu City to El Nido in 3 hours. Other options are to fly; or do a combination of ferry and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Manila.

The capital of the Philippines and the "Pearl of the Orient," Manila truly resembles a gem: rough on the outside, but glittering within.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Wed): examine the collection at National Museum, then wander the streets of Intramuros, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at San Agustin Church. Keep things going the next day: steep yourself in history at Fort Santiago, stroll around Rizal Park, and then observe the fascinating underwater world at Manila Ocean Park.

For photos, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Manila online travel route planner.

Traveling by flight from El Nido to Manila takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of ferry, bus, and taxi; or ride a ferry. In September, plan for daily highs up to 89°F, and evening lows to 76°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Thu) to allow time to fly back home.