Last Updated on February 29, 2024 by Natalia
As the Philippines is home to 7,641 islands, coming up with a travel itinerary can be hard. There’s so much of the country to explore that narrowing down a list of just a few places seems almost impossible. Having spent 6 weeks travelling the country, we’ve put together an itinerary covering the best places and islands to visit in the Philippines. This 14 day itinerary is perfect for anyone whether you’re backpacking the Philippines alone and on a budget or planning a luxurious group trip to this corner of South East Asia! It covers some of the best beaches, snorkelling/diving and other things to do in the Philippines in just two weeks. Check out below for our 2 week Philippines itinerary, covering Siargao, Cebu Island and Palawan!
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Siargao (Days 1, 2, 3 and 4)
Day 1
Siargao is a great first stop for your 2 week Philippines itinerary, as it’s home to some great nature and is also the country’s surfing capital. As there are no international flights to Siargao, you should arrange to fly into either Manila or Cebu and catch a connecting flight from there.
Click here for prices from Manila to Siargao or if you’re flying from Cebu then click here for prices from Cebu to Siargao!
We recommend going to either the General Luna Pier or Cloud 9 Boardwalk for sunset – although the latter can get quite busy!
You should also arrange an island hopping tour to Guyam Island, Naked Island, and Daku Island for the following day. Tours can often be arranged through your accommodation, but are also offered by a number of hotels and restaurants on Siargao, including Kermit resort/restaurant. Alternatively, you can book online in advance.
Prices for a group tour are normally around 800-1000 pesos per person, whereas a private boat can cost as little as 2000 pesos in total for up to 6 people. Unless you’re travelling solo, we recommend renting a private boat. That way you can set off earlier and beat the crowds.
If you would like to arrange your island hopping tour in advance we recommend booking online through Klook. Both private and group tours are available, and booking in advance means you don’t have to worry about arranging a tour once you get to Siargao.
Click here to book an amazing island hopping trip to Guyam Island, Naked Island and Daku Island!
Day 2
Wake early on day two and prepare for a day visiting paradise islands and some of the most beautiful beaches in the Philippines. Pack plenty of sun cream and water to stay protected and hydrated!
The island hopping tours in Siargao visit three spots – Guyam Island, Naked Island and Daku Island. Spend your day relaxing on the beach and cooling off in the wonderfully turquoise waters of the sea. If you’re travelling with a drone, make sure to pack it and get some brilliant shots of these islands from above!
It’s possible to rent a cabana on Daku Island for around 300 pesos, which is a nice thing to do whilst waiting for lunch.
Once you’ve finished island hopping, you have the rest of the day to do as you please. We recommend getting dinner and a few drinks at Bravo Restaurant. The food is great quality and reasonably priced, and the pitchers of Sangria are perfect for sharing!
Day 3
On day three you have a few options of what to do. If surfing is your thing then head to Cloud 9 and catch some waves. Another option is to visit Sugba Lagoon and the Magpupungko Rock Pools.
Sugba Lagoon is a great spot to spend a sunny day as you enjoy the nature and cool off in the turquoise waters. The Magpupungko Rock Pools are naturally formed pools by the edge of the sea that are only safe to swim in during low tide. They act as a natural infinity pool – which is a pretty cool thing to see!
Click here to book private transportation to both Sugba Lagoon and Magpupungko Rock Pools!
The last option is to visit Sohoton Cove and Bucas Grande. A trip here will include a visit to the Sohoton Lagoon jellyfish sanctuary to see stingless jellyfish in incredibly clear water. You’ll also have chance to explore more lagoons, caves and islands. If you plan to do this, read this guide to visiting Sohoton and Bucas Grande.
Whatever you decide to do on the third day of your Siargao itinerary, make the most of it as you’ll be leaving the next day to head to Cebu. You can catch a flight from Siargao straight to Cebu city, and from there head on to your next stop – Moalboal.
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If you want more detail on the above, click here to check out our Siargao guide. It covers everything from great places to stay to where to eat!
Best places to stay in Siargao
Budget – Kokai Resort
For air conditioned rooms that won’t break the budget, we recommend staying at Kokai Resort. The property is located near to General Luna and there are plenty of restaurants within walking distance.
Click here to see the latest prices at Kokai Resort on Booking.com!
Treat yourself! – Isla Cabana Resort
If you’re looking for all out luxury, then book a stay at Isla Cabana Resort. This beachfront property just outside General Luna boasts a lovely pool and air conditioned rooms, with prices starting at 8,100 pesos per night.
Click here to check availability at Isla Cabana Resort on Booking.com!
Moalboal (Days 4, 5, 6 and 7)
Day 4
Take a taxi from just outside the airport to the Cebu South Bus Station. White taxis are cheaper than the yellow ones, and should cost around 250-400 pesos on the metre to the station.
The traffic in Cebu city is awful, and although the station is only 15 kilometres away, it can take around an hour due to busy roads.
From the station, catch a bus to Moalboal or to Bato via Barili. Both make the same amount of stops and take around 3-4 hours to reach Moalboal. The cost is around 150 pesos per person.
When you reach Moalboal station take a tricycle to your accommodation, which should cost around 50-100 pesos.
If you’d prefer not to take the bus, you can take a taxi directly to Moalboal from Cebu airport. This should cost around 3000 pesos, but will be charged by the metre so there’s no way to know an exact cost in advance.
Day 5
On day five of this 2 week Philippines itinerary head straight to Panagsama beach to snorkel the sardine run. Moalboal is one of the best places in the world to witness this spectacle, as millions of sardines gather together just a short distance from shore.
The sheer number of sardines is mesmerising, especially when they are startled and race around in unison. Don’t be fooled into paying for a tour to see the sardines, as they’re very easy to find on your own – it’s pretty hard to miss millions and millions of them!
Turtles are also found in this area, so make sure to keep your eyes peeled. If you’d prefer, it’s also possible to dive with the sardines in Moalboal.
Depending on how much of the day is left you may want to head to white beach. It’s one of the nicer beaches in the area and you can catch a tricyle there for around 150 pesos. Alternatively, stay around Panagsama beach and soak up the sun or spend more time snorkelling.
Day 6
The next day, head to Kawasan falls – one of the must see waterfalls in the Philippines. It’s one of the most popular attractions in Cebu as you can swim in the stunning turquoise waters of the falls.
If you have more time or are looking for something different to do in Moalboal, you can go snorkelling/diving at Pescador Island. There’s a good variety of sea life and corals, making it a great spot to visit for both divers and snorkelers. Other great spots to visit during your 2 week Philippines itinerary are the nearby waterfalls of Aguinid falls and Tumalog falls.
Make sure to check out our Moalboal travel guide to find out more about the area, including more things to do, the best restaurants and more!
Best places to stay in Moalboal
Mid Range – Marcosas Cottages Resort
A great option if you have a bit more to spend is Marcosas Cottages Resort, especially if you’re looking for a pool to cool off in! The location is central to the Panagsama beach area, so it’s walking distance to go and swim with the sardines.
Click here to check availability at Marcosas Cottages Resort on Booking.com!
Treat Yourself – The Blue Orchid Resort
The Blue Orchid Resort is a brilliant place for a relaxing stay in Moalboal. It’s one of the nicest resorts in the area and is located nearby to white beach. It’s a relatively short and cheap tricycle ride to Panagsama beach, so staying a bit further out won’t stop you from seeing the sardine run!
There’s a pool on site and all of the rooms at the property are fitted with air conditioning, making for an extremely comfortable stay.
Click here to see the latest prices at the Blue Orchid Resort on Booking.com!
Coron (Days 7, 8, 9 and 10)
Day 7
From here on out, the 14 day Philippines itinerary is in Palawan. The province of Palawan is blessed with incredible beauty and so it makes sense to see all that you can of it during your 2 weeks in the Philippines!
To get to Coron from Moalboal you’ll need to get back to Cebu airport. You can do this either by taking the bus and then a taxi, or getting a taxi straight to the airport from Moalboal.
Fortunately, there are direct flights from Cebu airport to Coron. We recommend booking through 12go.Asia as they regularly have good deals for the route!
Click here to book flights from Cebu to Coron on 12go.Asia!
Once you get to Coron airport you can take a van to Coron town for 150 pesos per person. Alternatively you can also book an airport transfer online!
As it will take a while to get to Cebu airport, you probably won’t get to Coron Town until late afternoon/early evening, although this depends on your flight time. If you arrive in time, make sure to climb Mount Tapyas for sunset. Although it can be a struggle to climb up over 700 steps, the views are well worth it!
It’s also worth planning what you’re going to be doing the next day. Coron is one of the best places to go in the Philippines to go island hopping, so you may want to book yourself onto a tour.
You’ll need to know the exact spots you want to visit as different tours follow different itineraries. Tours start from around 700 pesos (although the price increases depending on the itinerary) and include entrance fees and lunch.
If you don’t want to do a tour, you can hire a private boat to take you to 6 spots you’d like to visit. The cost of hiring a private boat is around 3500 pesos, but you’ll also have to pay for lunch and entrance fees on top of this.
Whether you go on a tour or by private boat, we recommend ensuring you visit Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, Siete Pecados and Skeleton Wreck. These were some of our favourite places to visit in Coron and are popular spots amongst travellers. Click here to read our Coron guide.
Day 8
If you’ve opted for a private tour make sure to wake up early the next day. It’s best to get to the pier and arrange your boat as quickly as you can so that you can depart before tours do.
We recommend heading to Kayangan Lake first as this spot gets incredibly busy from around 9am. If you’ve booked yourself onto a tour then they’ll have given you details of what time you need to leave, so make sure you’re ready for the day!
It’s a long but fun day seeing the amazing places in Coron, meaning it’s important to take plenty of water and sun cream with you. The tour will take up most of your day, so once you’re back head for dinner and have a chilled evening with a drink or two if you fancy.
Day 9
The next day there’s plenty of choice for what to do. Coron is home to some of the best wreck diving in the world, so if you’re a qualified diver then it’s well worth checking out.
Another option is to take another island hopping tour to visit some different spots around Coron, as there are way too many to see in one day! The beautiful deserted islands in the Philippines are why a 2 week itinerary is a good amount of time to visit.
At some point during your stay in Coron make sure to book a ferry to El Nido. There are two options, but we strongly recommend paying slightly more for the faster ferry – which costs 3000 pesos.
On your final day catch a tricycle to the pier in time for the ferry departure at 6am. Click here to book your ferry in advance through 12Go Asia!
Best places to stay in Coron
Mid Range – Bluewave Hotel
If you have a bit more to spend and are looking for a hotel with a pool in Coron, then book a stay at Bluewave Hotel. The rooms are comfortable and have air conditioning which is needed to cool off from the hot days!
Click here to check the latest prices at the Bluewave Hotel on Booking.com!
Treat yourself! – Two Seasons Coron Bayside Hotel
If you really want to treat yourself, we recommend staying at the Two Seasons Coron Bayside Hotel. Undoubtedly the best thing about staying here is the brilliant pool which overlooks the ocean and Coron Bay.
Click here to book a luxurious stay at the Two Seasons Coron Bayside Hotel through Booking.com!
El Nido (Days 10, 11 and 12)
Day 10
The fast ferry from Coron to the most popular spot of this 2 week Philippines itinerary El Nido takes around 4 hours.
Once you arrive, drop off your bags at your accommodation and head down to one of the beach bars to admire the scenery over a cocktail or two!
Personally, we recommend going to Sava Beach Bar. The cocktails there were so good that we couldn’t resist going back every night.
The upstairs area at Sava Beach Bar has a brilliant view and was one of our favourite places to watch sunset in El Nido.
Day 11
Group tours in El Nido can be booked for as little as 1200 pesos per person in advance through Klook. The most popular tours in the area are Tours A, B and C, all of which are offered on their website at great prices. It’s such good value it normally works out cheaper to book in advance!
The itineraries vary from tour to tour, but you’ll get chance to visit beautiful beaches, stunning lagoons and more! Check out the links below to see exactly what each tour offers!
Click here to see the itinerary for Tour A and book it for your visit to El Nido!
Click here to view Tour B and arrange the tour for your trip to El Nido!
Click here to book Tour C for your trip to El Nido!
These tours are busier than the ones in Coron, and you may well be on a boat with over 20 others as El Nido is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Philippines.
If you fancy a more chilled out day then head to Marimegmeg beach. It’s better for swimming than the beach in El Nido town and also has a number of restaurants and bars along the beachfront.
A tricycle ride from El Nido should cost around 150 pesos – so it’s a considerably cheaper day out if you’re travelling the Philippines on a budget. Make sure to stay for sunset if you do visit as it’s a great place to watch it from, although it can get a bit crowded!
At some point in the day, you’ll need to book your shuttle to Port Barton from El Nido. There are a number of stores in town that will be able to book this for you, and it should cost 650 pesos per person. If you’d prefer to book online in advance you can do so via 12Go Asia, but it costs slightly more. Click here to see shuttle prices from El Nido to Port Barton!
Best places to stay in El Nido
Budget – El Nido Viewdeck Cottages
El Nido Viewdeck Cottages is perfect if you’re looking for budget accommodation in El Nido. All rooms have either a fan or air conditioning to help keep you cool from the heat, and there’s also a great view from the property.
It’s slightly out of town, but it’s still only a 10 minute walk to the beach or a cheap tricycle ride. Just be aware that the pool is only accessible if you book the villa – which is a fair bit more expensive.
Click here to check availability at El Nido Viewdeck Cottages on Booking.com!
Mid Range – Cuna Hotel
Cuna Hotel is a great option if you’re looking to be in the centre of El Nido town. There’s a restaurant on site with brilliant views, especially at sunset and the property even has a small infinity pool for you to enjoy.
All rooms are fitted with air conditioning and the beds are very comfortable to
Click here to see the latest prices at the Cuna Hotel on Booking.com!
Treat yourself! – Vellago Resort
The secluded Vellago Resort is perfect if you’re looking for a luxurious escape in El Nido. As there are no roads leading to the property, you can only reach the resort by boat transfer. The benefit of this is that you’ll be staying right by a beautiful white sand beach, just a 10 minute boat ride from El Nido town.
Click here to take a look at the luxurious Vellago Resort on Booking.com!
Port Barton (Days 12, 13 and 14)
Day 12
Your final stop on this 2 week Philippines itinerary is the small town of Port Barton.
To catch your shuttle to Port Barton you need to make your way to the El Nido station, which is a little way out of town. A tricycle should cost around 100 pesos from the town itself. In total the journey takes around 4 hours from El Nido to Port Barton, which includes a brief stop for snacks and a toilet break.
Just before you arrive in Port Barton you have to pay an eco fee of 50 pesos per person. The shuttle will drop you off in the centre of Port Barton and you’ll need to walk to your accommodation from there. As it’s such a small village you shouldn’t have to go very far.
We recommend arranging an island hopping tour before you call it a night, that way you’re all set for the following morning. If you walk along the beach people offering tours will approach you. Ask about the itinerary and price to make sure it fits your needs and if you’re happy then arrange to go with them. The island hopping tours in Port Barton should start from around 800 pesos per person.
If you’d prefer you can rent a private boat for around 2,800 pesos (excluding lunch and entrance fees) but we opted against this as the tours in Port Barton weren’t too crowded.
Day 13
Make sure to arrive a bit early the next day so that your tour can depart on time. Tours will visit a number of different spots around Port Barton, including German Island, Starfish Island, Exotic Island, Twin reef, Fantastic reef and Aquarium reef. The islands are great for relaxing and enjoying the beaches, and the snorkelling is a good standard – with the chance to see turtles, sea snakes and more!
Click here to read our Port Barton guide, which gives more information about the island hopping tours.
Once you’ve finished your tour, head to the beach to enjoy some drinks on your final night in the Philippines. Hopefully you’ll be treated to a colourful sunset to help make it a night and a trip to remember!
Day 14
The next day, take a shuttle from Port Barton to Puerto Princesa airport. This should cost around 350 pesos. From here you will be able to head home, most likely via Manila.
Between January and April is the best time to plan a visit to the Philippines when following this 2 week itinerary.
Best places to stay in Port Barton
Budget – Ausan Beach Front Cottages
At Ausan Beach Front Cottages it’s possible to stay just metres from Port Barton beach whilst sticking to a tight budget! Electricity runs from 7am-midnight (which is longer than most properties in Port Barton), all rooms have fans and some have air con which can be used at an extra cost.
Click here to check availability at Ausan Beach Front Cottages on Booking.com!
Mid Range – Rubin Resort
Rubin Resort is the perfect option in Port Barton if you’re looking for a swimming pool. The property is also close to the beach and has a fan in every room – which should help with the heat. Rubin Resort has electricity for the majority of the day and although it isn’t on between 10am and 4pm, you’ll most likely be on an island hopping tour at this time anyway!
Click here to see the latest prices at Rubin Resort on Booking.com!
Alternatively, VRBO have some fantastic accommodation options if you want to rent a property instead of staying at a hotel during your 2 week Philippines itinerary! Click here to see the amazing options on the VRBO website!
Thinking of spending more time in South East Asia? Check out our 2 week Vietnam itinerary!
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