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The Philippines can be tricky to plan on your own, with thousands of islands and plenty of choices between flights, ferries, beaches, cities, and dive spots. Rough Guides’ tailor-made Philippines trips make it easier to build the right route from the start.

Your trip could take in Manila, Palawan, Siargao, Banaue, Apo Island, or Batanes, with island-hopping, surfing, diving, hiking, food, and local culture worked in around your pace. Our Philippines local experts handle the planning behind the scenes, so you get the freedom of a custom trip without the stress of arranging every connection yourself.

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Busuanga Island
Crafted by Mollie

10 days

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Water
Crafted by Mollie

16 days

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Island Hopping
Crafted by EJ

15 days

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Boracay
Crafted by EJ

9 days

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Island
Crafted by Mollie

13 days

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El Nido
Crafted by Mollie

4 days

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Philippines rice terrace in Banaue
Crafted by EJ

14 days

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Ubugon Cove on paradise Cadlao island with sharp limestone rocks, tropical travel destination - El Nido, Palawan, Philippines
Crafted by Mollie

10 days

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Paliton beach in Siquijor Island Philippines
Crafted by EJ

8 days

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El Nido, Philippines
Crafted by EJ

7 days

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El-Nido
Crafted by Mollie

9 days

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Dumaguete
Crafted by Mollie

12 days

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terraced rice fields
Crafted by Mollie

7 days

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Things to know before your Philippines trip

What does a trip to the Philippines look like?

A typical Philippines itinerary blends big-name sights with places you’ve probably never heard of. You might start in Manila for street food and history, then fly to Palawan for limestone cliffs and island-hopping in El Nido. Cebu offers a blend of city life and waterfall hikes, while Siargao is the go-to destination for surfing and island vibes.

Looking for something quieter? Dive Apo Island’s coral gardens, cycle through Camiguin’s volcanoes, or visit Batanes, closer to Taiwan than Manila and worlds apart in pace.

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