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Philippines: Bohol, Dumaguete & Siquijor — 6 Days
Chocolate Hills, river cruises, and island-hopping from Bohol through the Visayas
This six-day loop departs Manila for Bohol's limestone formations and colonial landmarks, then moves south by sea to Dumaguete and the island of Siquijor. The itinerary centers on Bohol's Chocolate Hills near Carmen, Baclayon Church, a lunch cruise on the Loboc River, and early-morning boat excursions from Siquijor for dolphin watching. Transfers between islands use fast ferries and domestic flights; all accommodation, guided sightseeing, and boat activities are included.
Highlights
- Chocolate Hills formation near Carmen, Bohol — limestone cone landscape spanning Carmen municipality
- Baclayon Church and Blood Compact historical marker
- Loboc River floating restaurant cruise — midday boat journey with meal service through local river settlement
- Silliman University Museum in Dumaguete — local history and marine biology collection
- Early-morning dolphin-watching by motorized boat from Siquijor
Day by day
1Manila to Tagbilaran, BoholManila · Tagbilaran · Bohol Beach Club or similar resort
Fly from Manila to Tagbilaran. A ground transfer takes you to Bohol Beach Club or similar resort for the night.
2Bohol: Chocolate Hills, Baclayon Church & Loboc RiverChocolate Hills · Baclayon Church · Loboc
Drive inland to Carmen to view the Chocolate Hills. En route, stop at Baclayon Church and Blood Compact marker. In Loboc, board a floating restaurant for lunch and a river cruise before returning to the resort.
3Bohol to Dumaguete by Fast Ferrythe pier · Bethel House · Silliman University Museum · Forest Camp
Transfer to the pier and board a fast craft to Dumaguete. Check in at Bethel House or similar accommodation. An afternoon tour visits Silliman University Museum and Forest Camp.
4Dumaguete to Siquijor: Dolphin Watchingwaters off Siquijor · resort
Early morning motorized boat departure for dolphin watching in waters off Siquijor. Return to resort for breakfast, then free time for rest or independent exploration.
5Siquijor: Free Dayresort area
A second early-morning dolphin-watching boat excursion departs from the resort area. Following breakfast upon return, the rest of the day remains open for guests' discretionary activities.
6Siquijor to Manila via DumagueteManila · Dumaguete airport
A morning transfer to Dumaguete airport provides access to a domestic flight returning to Manila.
Included
- Accommodations as indicated / Meal as indicated / Transfer and
- Sightseeing tours / Boat rides / A separate * multi-lingual guide is
- provided for a minimum of 4 full paying person. . .
- English or German or French or Spanish or Italian
Not included
- Domestic air ticket is not included.