12 DAYS
El Nido • Private island • Siargao
Honeymoon Inside Philippines
El Nido from a private boat, three nights on an island where yours is one of very few villas, then Siargao's easy evenings. Two people, one plan, nobody else's schedule.
A honeymoon should not involve queuing for a tour boat, so this one does not. In El Nido you have your own boat and your own timings: lagoons at seven, lunch on a beach nobody else has reached, back for a nap. Then a short boat ride takes you to a private-island resort in northern Palawan, where there are more staff than guests and the main decision of the day is which side of the island to swim from. Siargao comes last because it is the right contrast: a little more life, good food, a surf lesson you will laugh about, and sunsets over the palms.
There is one long travel day, from the island to Siargao via Manila, and we make it as smooth as it can be with private transfers and a lounge between flights. As with all our journeys, this is a starting point. Some couples swap Siargao for a second island resort; others add Bohol or Coron. We will shape it around the two of you.
What's included
- 11 nights in boutique hotels, high-end resorts or private-island villas, according to tier
- Domestic flights Manila–El Nido, El Nido–Manila, Manila–Siargao, Siargao–Manila
- Private airport, pier and boat transfers throughout
- Three private boat days in El Nido and one in Siargao
- One private dinner on the beach
- Pre-departure planning call and digital travel guide
- Tours with a Spanish- or English-speaking local guide, private or shared depending on the trip
- Lunch on boat and tour days
- Entrance fees for the visits in the itinerary
- Premium and Signature: dinner at a top-rated restaurant in every destination, plus a local food experience with a guide (market visit and tasting)
- Free rebooking by our team if weather or other events cancel a boat or flight
- International travel insurance, with cancellation cover up to €2,000
- 24/7 local support by WhatsApp throughout your trip
Not included
- International flights
- Meals outside the private island (where resort packages usually include full board)
- Spa treatments beyond the one listed
- Drinks
- Environmental and terminal fees; tips
- Extra costs caused by weather or other events outside our control (new tickets, extra hotel nights). We handle the rebooking for you
The route
Flights, ferries and transfers
- FlightManila → El Nido · 1h 20m flight
- BoatEl Nido → Private island · 45m–1h 30m by private boatDepends on which island; some resorts transfer via their own airstrip or a mainland jetty.
- BoatPrivate island → El Nido · 45m–1h 30m by private boat
- FlightEl Nido → Manila · 1h 20m flight
- FlightManila → Siargao · 1h 50m flight
- FlightSiargao → Manila · 1h 50m flight
Day by day
Choose your trip length
Route: El Nido • Private island • Siargao
The day-by-day plan and prices update for the length you choose. Every plan can still be adjusted with our team.
Day 1
Arrive in Manila
Met at the aircraft door or arrivals hall, depending on your tier, and driven to a hotel near the airport with a late dinner if you want one. If your flight lands in the morning, we can connect you straight to El Nido.
OvernightManila
Day 2
Fly to El Nido
A short flight lands you at El Nido's airstrip; your driver takes you to a boutique hotel on a quiet stretch of beach away from town. Afternoon in the water, sunset with a drink.
OvernightEl Nido
Day 3–5
El Nido on your own boat
Three days, three different routes around Bacuit Bay, all by private bangka. We start early to see the lagoons empty, then head for beaches the standard tours skip. One afternoon is for a couples' massage and nothing else.
OvernightEl Nido
Day 6–8
Three nights on a private island
A boat transfer of around an hour brings you to a private-island resort in northern Palawan. Villas sit over the water or above the beach, the house reef is a few fins from your door, and days fill themselves with kayaks, snorkelling and long lunches. On one evening we set a table for two on the sand.
OvernightPrivate island, northern Palawan
Day 9
To Siargao via Manila
The one long day of the trip: boat to the mainland, a flight to Manila, a lounge between connections and a flight to Siargao, with private transfers at every end. You arrive in time for dinner.
OvernightSiargao
Day 10–11
Siargao: lagoons, palms and a surf lesson
A private boat to Naked, Daku and Guyam islands, or north to Sugba Lagoon. A gentle surf lesson for two, a scooter ride through the palms, and dinners in General Luna, which has some of the best casual food in the islands.
OvernightSiargao
Day 12
Fly out via Manila
A domestic flight to Manila connects you to your flight home, with a comfortable buffer and lounge access.
Where you'll stay
We choose hotels for you from our shortlist in each destination, matched to your travel style. Examples will appear here as our hotel collection is published.
Experiences
- Private bangka days around Bacuit Bay
- Couples' massage in El Nido
- Private dinner on the sand
- House-reef snorkelling and kayaking on the private island
- Siargao island-hopping by private boat
- A surf lesson for two
Possible upgrades
- Charter flight from El Nido to Siargao to save most of the transfer day
- Overwater villa or pool villa on the private island
- Swap Siargao for a second island resort for complete stillness
- A sunset sail on a traditional paraw
- Professional photographer for one morning
Travel styles
Four ways to travel. All of them done properly.
I
Essential
The right places, smartly connected.
Well-located, characterful hotels, the experiences that matter and efficient routing. Never a compromise on where you are.
- Well-located 3★ hotels with character, double room with breakfast
- Shared airport and port transfers
- Group tours and shared boat days with a local guide
- Domestic flights and ferries with checked baggage
- Lunch on tour days, entrance fees and travel insurance
- 24/7 support by WhatsApp
II
Boutique
Small hotels with a point of view.
Design-led boutique hotels, upgraded rooms, private transfers where they make a difference and experiences curated for you.
- Everything in Essential, plus:
- Boutique 4★ hotels, superior rooms or better
- Private transfers by car throughout
- Private guided tours, and a private boat on one day per island
- Best available flight times
- Personal welcome at the airport on arrival
III
Premium
The best resorts, a slower pace.
High-end resorts and villas, private transfers throughout, exceptional experiences and service that anticipates.
- Everything in Boutique, plus:
- 5★ resorts and villas, sea-view rooms or better
- Private boats and private guides on every tour day
- Dinner at a top-rated restaurant in every destination
- A local food experience with a guide
- Meet-and-assist service at Manila airport
IV
Signature
The Philippines, privately.
Private-island resorts, villas and boats, charter flights where they save a day, and concierge-level care from arrival to departure.
- Everything in Premium, plus:
- Private-island resorts and villas with private pools
- Your own boat and crew on every island
- Charter flights or seaplanes where they save time
- Private dinners on the beach or a sandbar
- A dedicated concierge on WhatsApp before and during your trip
Price indication
Per person, based on two people sharing, excluding international flights. Final price depends on dates, hotels and room availability.
Best months
January to May; the private island is at its best from February to April
Choose your trip length
Route: El Nido • Private island • Siargao
The day-by-day plan and prices update for the length you choose. Every plan can still be adjusted with our team.
- Boutique
- From €3,900
- per person
- Premium
- From €6,400
- per person
- Signature
- From €11,500
- per person
Questions travellers ask
1. Can we change the islands?
Yes, and couples often do. Common changes are a second resort instead of Siargao, adding Coron, or more nights on the private island. Treat this as our first draft.
2. When is the best month?
February to April gives calm seas for the boat days and the island transfer. June to October is the wetter season in Palawan; still possible, with fewer guests and lower rates, but less predictable.
3. How do the flights work?
El Nido and Siargao are not connected directly, so day nine routes through Manila. In Signature we can quote a charter that cuts this to a couple of hours.
4. Can you help with a proposal or anniversary surprise?
Yes. Tell us privately and we will arrange it quietly with the boat crew or resort.
Ready to see the Philippines from the inside?
Tell us when you're coming. We'll help design the rest.