CHARMING PHILIPPINES (MANILA, CEBU, BORACAY) 6 Nights / 7 Days

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1 CHARMING PHILIPPINES (MANILA, CEBU, BORACAY) 6 Nights / 7 Days Day 01 Arrive Manila 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. Manila is the capital city and located on the shores of Manila Bay and is known as Pearl of the Orient. Manila, the capital of the Philippines, is a densely populated bayside city on the island of Luzon, which mixes Spanish colonial architecture with modern skyscrapers. Intramuros, a walled city in colonial times, is the heart of Old Manila. It s home to the baroque 16th-century San Agustin Church as well as Fort Santiago, a storied citadel and former military prison. Located on Manila Bay in the South China Sea and the Pasig River, the capital city is both historic and modern. 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! Manila Ocean Park's Hotel H2O has some underwater-themed Aqua Rooms with aquarium walls that could complete your "under the sea" experience. 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. And should you run out of possible explanations, the museum's 'Mind Movers' (staff) are happy to assist you. If learning and playing makes you hungry, you'll find restaurants opposite the building. On Fridays and Saturdays, head to the nearby Midnight Mercato, which opens at 6 pm. 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. On Saturdays, walk to the Salcedo Weekend Market for lunch. (It's also near the Ayala malls and luxury hotels like The Peninsula Manila and Makati Shangri La.). 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 - You can sample the city s bustling nightlife at the upscale Glorietta center in Makati, along bohemian Malate, at Eastwood, Libis, and the resto block on the SM Mall of Asia, a short ride from the Ninoy Aquino International Airport. 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.

2 Day 02 Manila 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 19 th century house equipped with oriental and European décor 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 03 Manila Cebu After breakfast, transfer from your hotel to domestic airport for your domestic flight to Cebu on Cebu Air Pacific (approx 1 hr 20 min). Arrive at Cebu and transfer to your beach front resort and check in. Cebu is a beautiful city with countless beaches and nature parks. It offers everything you need from a relaxing retreat in a tropical island to all the conveniences that a first-class metropolis can give. In contrast to the bustling metropolis, the rest of Cebu s 167 islets and islands are lined with idyllic white sandy beaches and pristine clear waters. Located in between two straits, and several surrounding islands, Cebu is about 225 kilometers long, a narrow island that is home to 2.4 million people. A resort on the east side, and in the foreground(west side), is a fish sanctuary, teeming with corals, and a huge variety of species of fish, that you can view closely to the point that you can touch them. And you can do all that with just snorkeling. Simply because Cebu has it all. If you are looking for a place to spend your honeymoon, there are several 5 star resorts nearby. If you are planning a family vacation, you can enjoy parasailing and scuba diving in the island hotels, and you can also go mountain climbing or camping in one of its nature parks. When it is thrill and excitement you long for, it has a one-of-a-kind amusement park that you cannot find anywhere else- the Sky Experience Adventure at Crown Regency. Now, if it is shopping and dining you want, Cebu has it too; a lot of them in fact. Anything which your adventurous and wandering heart desires, you can find it in Cebu. Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight at a beach resort in Cebu. Day 04 Cebu After breakfast day at leisure. Summer in Cebu is usually very hot while in November-January, the wind is often cold. If you want to frolic in the beach, you should go there during summer which is from March to May. But, if you want to see what Cebu has in store for all its visitors, go there in January, specifically on the 3rd week as this is the time they celebrate one of the country s biggest festivities, the Sinulog. But you need to book early as hotels are bound to be booked even a week or two before the festival. The rainy season begins in July bringing torrential downpours that would sometimes inhibit movement, typhoon activity is minor compared with other parts of the Philippines. Since Cebu has always been a popular

3 tourist destination, it is equipped with hotels and resorts for every budget. If you are on a budget, you may prefer to stay at cheaper hotels. Don t worry, Cebu has a lot of them and they are quite clean and nice too. Cebu has lots of places to go to enjoy your night from downtown to uptown, Metropolitan Cebu comes even more alive as dusk sets in, with queues leading to music bars, discos and the casinos. You can go island hopping - Island Hopping- You can rent a pumpboat and this will take you to 3 beautiful islands around Cebu. It is a whole day activity so you may want to bring in some lunch and snacks. Enjoy Mountain View - You can go there day or night- it does not matter as they are open 24/7. It is full of tall trees and flowers, plus hangout areas and playgrounds for kids. You also get a great view of the city at the top. You can go Nature Tripping- You can go to one of its many waterfalls, especially the one in Badian which is the Kawasan Falls, it is about 2 ½ hours away from the city. See the Basilica del Santo Nino, Cebu Taoist Temple, visit the Mactan Island, which is a densely populated island located few kms from Cebu city. The island is part of Cebu Province and it is divided into Lapu-Lapu City. Being one of the major tourist Islands of Cebu, Mactan Island boasts of a diverse collection of tourist spots and attractions. Being a coral island, Mactan offers some of the best diving, snorkeling, island hopping, jet ski, sailing and cultural activities of any island in the Philippines. Mactan Island provides some of the best Island Hopping Adventures in the entire Philippines. Being a coral island itself, Mactan has many relative close islands in which to hop to. There is vast diversity of islands to choose from, with each one having its own special interest. In Cebu you can visit the Jumalon Butterfly Sanctuary Mini Museum & Art Gallery. The Butterfly Sanctuary includes the breeding of the butterflies of Cebu which had been opened to the public since 1974, where people could view the life-cycles of native butterflies. See the Magellan s Cross - Magellan's Cross is a Christian cross planted by Portuguese and Spanish explorers as ordered by Ferdinand Magellan upon arriving in Cebu in the Philippines on 15 March See the Fort San Pedro - Built in 1565 under the command of Miguel López de Legazpi, conqueror of the Philippines, Fort San Pedro has served as an army garrison, a rebel stronghold, prison camp and the city zoo. These days it s retired as a peaceful, walled garden and handsomely crumbling ruin. Then see the Temple of Leah Monument of Undying Love, visit the Sky Experience Adventure a theme park on top of the tallest hotel be swept away by pure pleasure of an exciting escape at the tallest hotel Crown Regency, with rides, dining, disco and high altitude activities. Experience the Edge Coaster, uniquely the world's very first and only amusement ride of its kind. The country's first ever Sky Walk Extreme will give you that natural high by walking around... Experience this kind of adventure at the 37th floor that is open daily. Or ride their Tower Zip. Besides, they do offer different kinds of entertainment like 6D movies, Backlight Minigolf and Vivo Playroom. You can also charming view of the city in the viewing deck while having some refreshments on the Sky Bar. Visit Rainforest Park Cebu, the first of its kind in Cebu of a well-thought unique concepts that encloses an inspired mix of entertainment, adventure, leisure, educational, dining and unwinding for the entire family. It has a rain forest theme and atmosphere with lush greenery and landscape, floor simulated fountain, stone walled waterfalls, man made forest and artificial rain, cemented pathwalks and promenade, authentic life size wood carving display, there s also an Oceanarium, Amazon s Aviary and Tarzan House, Jungle Adventure Rides, Fish Spa and more. Overnight at a beach resort in Cebu. Day 05 Cebu Boracay After breakfast, check out and take a private transfer to the domestic airport for your domestic flight to Boracay (Caticlan). Arrive at Boracay Caticlan and take a shared transfer to your beach resort on Seat-incoach basis. Check in at the resort. Boracay is a small island in the central Philippines. It's known for its resorts and beaches. Along the west coast, White Beach is backed by palm trees, bars and restaurants. On the east coast, strong winds make Bulabog Beach a hub for water sports. Nearby, the observation deck on Mount Luho offers panoramic views over the island. Offshore, coral reefs and shipwrecks are home to diverse marine life. It is a tropical island surrounded by stunning white sand beaches The White Beach is a 4 km, postcard-perfect stretch of sand lined beaches from one end to the other, the ocean is full of romantic paraws (an outrigger sailboat) giving rides; colourful parasails fill the air. After perfect sunsets, live music breaks out, and firedancers twirl their batons. The party goes on all night. All of this can be

4 great fun, à la Waikiki, and can easily occupy your entire visit. Boracay has clear blue waters making it ideal for water sports. Day is at leisure at your resort. Take a rented bicyle and ride on the beach. There is kite surfing, zorbing, ziplining, para sailing, flyboarding, reverse bungee jumping, or enjoy yoga and world class spa treatments at your resort. The island is small; only 8km long with the main tourist areas stretching just 5km of that. The best way to get around is to walk, but if you're short on time or it's too hot, take a trike. The fun doesn't stop in Boracay even after the sun sets. In fact, it's only just beginning! Whether you just want to chill with a beer or dance the night away, Boracay's got something to offer you. Eat a full meal before starting your night. A lot of places offer only drinks and finger food after dinnertime. Bars and pubs are peppered along the shore, so you can check them all out on foot. But if you're going home at an ungodly hour, better take a "trike" or your hotel's shuttle. There's no strict dress code for Boracay nightlife; some people hit the scene in their swimwear. But the ocean breeze can get cold at night, so bring something to keep you warm. Motorized tricycle's (trikes) are the island's answer to taxis cheap and plentiful. Overnight at Boracay resort. Day 06 Boracay After breakfast, day at leisure. Boracay is a food lover's heaven. The island is home to people of many nationalities, and this is represented in its cuisine. But Boracayons have also begun to rediscover their own gastronomic heritage, so you'll find restaurants with excellent local food. Boracay has everything from street food to fine dining. You can visit Ariel s Point a breathtaking eco-adventure destination located a short and scenic boat ride away from the main Boracay island. With 5 cliff diving platforms (3 m to 13 m) and ample opportunities for swimming, kayaking, snorkeling, kayaking and canoeing in a friendly setting, Ariel's Point is the perfect daytime venue for Boracay travelers who want to experience the natural beauty of the Philippines while also meeting fellow travelers. Guests can reach Ariel's Point by signing up for their 5-hour daytrip package, which includes a scenic round-trip boat ride to Ariel's Point, local entrance fees, a BBQ buffet, bottomless beverages, Filipino merienda (afternoon snacks), and full use of Ariel's Point amenities (cliff-diving platforms, sunbathing raft, snorkeling gear, sit-on-top kayaks, and native canoes). Trips depart daily at 11:15 a.m. From Ariel's House near Station 1 along White Beach. Evening you can visit the D Talipapa Market flea market for best bargains. Or visit the D Mall with its souvenir shops. Overnight at Boracay resort. Day 07 Depart Boracay After breakfast, check out and transfer to Boracay airport for your domestic flight to Manila and then take your onward connecting departure flight from Manila.

5 Charming Philippines Manila, Cebu, Boracay 06 Nights / 07 Days HOTEL SINGLE TWIN TRIPLE CHILD WITH BED The A. Venue Hotel Suites Manila / Costabella Tropical Beach Hotel Cebu / Best Western Boracay Tropics Resort Studio Deluxe / Superior Room 01 Jun 03 Aug 07 Aug 10 Aug 18 Aug 19 Dec 05 Jan 11 Feb 19 Feb 24 Mar CHILD WITHOUT BED Aug 06 Aug 11 Aug 17 Aug 20 Dec 04 Jan 12 Feb 18 Feb 25 Mar 31 Mar Dusit Thani Manila Bluewater Maribago Beach Resort Cebu Henann Regency Resort & Spa Boracay Deluxe Room 01 Jun 15 Aug 06 Nov 24 Dec 03 Jan 14 Feb 21 Feb 28 Mar Aug 05 Nov Dec 02 Jan The Manila Hotel Shangri-La s Mactan Resort & Spa, Cebu The Lind Boracay Grand Deluxe Room Deluxe Room Garden Room 01 Jun 09 Aug 16 Aug 01 Oct 07 Oct 31 Oct

6 10 Aug 12 Aug 01 Nov 23 Dec 21 Feb 31 Mar 08 Jan 11 Feb Aug 15 Aug 02 Oct 06 Oct Dec 07 Jan 12 Feb 20 Feb Tour price includes: nights accommodation with daily breakfast in Manila nights accommodation with daily breakfast in Cebu nights accommodation with daily breakfast in Boracay 4. Roundtrip airport transfers in Manila, Cebu, Boracay (via Caticlan), (shared transfers in Boracay and Cebu) 5. Half day Manila city tour 6. Services of an English speaking tour guide (during the city tour) AIRFARE SUPPLEMENT: Manila Cebu - Boracay (via Caticlan) Manila: USD 452 PER PERSON (including taxes but taxes are subject to change at time of issuing tickets) Tour price does not include: 1. Philippines visa charges, International Airfares, Taxes on the airline ticket, travel insurance 2. GOI Service Tax as applicable will be added to the final tour invoice. 3. Cost granted by the Reserve Bank of India under the Basic Travel Quota scheme. 4. Any increase in the rate of exchange, surface transportation and land arrangements, which may come into effect, prior to departure. 5. 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. 6. Optional sightseeings, optional excursions, extra transfers 7. Early check in and late check out is not included and NOT GUARANTEED in peak season. It is subject to a supplement cost Visa requirements: You must be in possession of a single entry visa for Philippines. Visa charges will be applicable as per the consulate fees. Tour Prices are valid from 31 Mar Subject to change without prior notice. Hotels / Flights / Itinerary / Routes are subject to change without notice. Subject to RBI / GOI regulations.