The 10 3-Day Experiences in the Philippines That Earn Their Price

1.El Nido to Coron: 3-Day 2-Night Island-Hopping Expedition

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 343 reviews · 3 days · from $339Our pick

Travel between El Nido and Coron aboard a traditional Filipino bangka with local guides, chefs, and a small-group expedition crew. Expect remote beaches, reef snorkeling, cliff jumping, kayaking, village visits, Filipino meals, karaoke, and two nights in simple beach huts. The route runs in both directions, with guides such as JJ, Madu, Rico, Raymond, and Macky assigned to different departures.

“Me and my friend loved our time with Team Whaleshark! The good was great as well as the activities such as snorkling, karaoke and volleyboll (even though we lost against our guides every time😆). This is very primitive living with simple toilets with no sinks, but we liked it in our little huts and the islands were super beautiful!🩷 Thanks for a lovely time!”

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2.Banaue & Batad UNESCO 3days 2 nights Tour ( Private Group Tour Max 6 Travelers)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · from $630Top rated

Travel from Manila to the Ifugao highlands in a private air-conditioned van for a three-day visit to Banaue and Batad. You will stay in local homestays, ride a private jeepney, hike to Tappia Waterfall, and explore ancient rice terraces with an accredited guide. Edmond and JP are among the guides named in guest feedback.

“Wow!! What a great visit to the rice terraces! JP was an excellent guide/driver, and we also spent one day with another local guide. The ride was long, and pretty windy up in the mountains (if you get car sick, take some medicine with you!), Read more”

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3.Private Palawan Expedition, El Nido to Coron 3 Days 2 Nights

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · from $1,764

Spend three days moving between Palawan’s quiet islands on a private El Nido to Coron expedition. Swim at Sabang, Talking Beach, Cobra Island, and Ditaytayan Sandbar, snorkel from secluded shores, and sleep in beach huts with a mattress and pillow. Meals, drinks, water, and snorkel gear are included, with crews such as Ten Ten, Melvin, Razel, and Emmanuel associated with past departures.

“Absolutely unforgettable! Our 3D2N Palawan expedition with Lagum Adventure was the highlight of our trip—pristine islands, crystal-clear water, and star-filled nights on quiet beaches. The crew was caring and professional, food was delicious, and everything felt safe and well organized. Worth every peso—highly recommended!”

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4.Bohol Tour Package: 3-Day Paradise Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 12 reviews · 3 days · from $193Best value

Spend three days exploring Bohol with an English-speaking guide and a group capped at 18 people. Visit Pamilacan Island for snorkeling and a home-cooked lunch, see the Chocolate Hills and tarsiers, paddle the Loboc River, and stop at a traditional salt workshop and Baclayon Church. Dorm lodging, transport, breakfasts, and entrance fees are included.

“Very well planned tour on one of the most beautiful islands”

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5.3-Day Sagada, Baguio, & Banaue Rice Terraces Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.4 · 10 reviews · 3 days · from $214

Travel by van from Manila to Sagada, Baguio, and Banaue over three days, with two nights of accommodation. Expect Echo Valley and the Century Coffins, Sumaguing Cave or Blue Soil, Baguio’s Strawberry Farm, and the Banaue Rice Terraces. The schedule is full, meals and many fees cost extra, and only a backpack is allowed.

“More expensive here than local, but was my favorite part of Philippines”

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6.3DAYS AND 2NIGHTS SNORKEL ISLANDS HOPPING EXPEDITION

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 9 reviews · 3 days · from $360

Travel one way between Coron and El Nido on a three-day Palawan island expedition. You will snorkel coral gardens, sleep two nights in seaside nipa huts, eat meals prepared by chef Danielo, and join a group of up to 18 people. Check boat capacity and safety equipment before booking.

“Det va superbra! Jätte bra guider och bra upplägg. Fin båt och fina ställen där vi sov. Skulle verkligen rekommendera detta!”

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7.3D2N El Nido Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $250

Fly into Puerto Princesa, ride six hours to El Nido, and spend the next day exploring Bacuit Bay on a shared boat trip. You’ll visit Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Seven Commando Beach, and Payong-Payong Beach. Round-trip airport transfers, two breakfasts, lunch, permits, and taxes are included.

“Experience was extraordinary and the travel agency is friendly and always available if you have any concerns”

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8.Banaue Rice Terraces Escape: 3 Days, 2 Nights with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $500

Travel from Manila to Banaue by air-conditioned vehicle, hike the Batad and Hapao Rice Terraces, swim at Tapiya Falls, and soak in a natural hot spring. You spend two nights at a local homestay, with guides including Do Mine and Jimmy. Meals are not included, and the hikes require moderate fitness.

“The guides assigned to us were great. Do mine took us to Botad and Jimmy took us to Bogyah Hot Springs. We stayed at Japan’ Place at Bro Zone. We arrived early, but were welcomed by the Bustamante Family. We had all of our meals theRead more”

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9.Philippines Intro 3 days 2 nights Tour Best of Manila and Beyond

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $800

Start in historic Manila, then continue to Tagaytay for two nights. You’ll visit Calatagan for island hopping, snorkeling, and a floating bamboo cottage, then shoot the rapids at Pagsanjan Falls and visit Villa Escudero. Air-conditioned transport, two breakfasts, two lunches, taxes, and a three-star Tagaytay hotel are included.

“Our evening at Chef Alain's restaurant was a real feast for the senses. We started with an exquisite crust dough, crispy as desired and perfectly garnished. Then, the sea bass grilled with lemon butter was simply divine, every bite melting in the Read more”

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10.3 Days Private Tour in Banaue Ifugao visiting Batad Rice Terraces

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews · from $625

Travel from Manila to Banaue for a private 3-day trip through Ifugao country. You’ll walk the Batad Rice Terraces, visit Tappiya Waterfalls, stay in family-run lodging, and return by private vehicle. The tour includes transport, accommodation, fees, and a local guide, but not meals.

“La peor y la más cara excursión que nos ha tocado en todo nuestro recorrido por Filipina. Transporte pésimo, defectuoso, con un coche que pretendía llevarnos unos 250 km con un defecto grave de motor y que tuvieron que parar cada 10 km para enfriar el motor a manguRead more”

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