12 DAYS
Cebu • Moalboal • Siquijor • Bohol
Visayas on a Budget
Three islands for a sensible price: Moalboal's turtles and sardines, Siquijor's waterfalls and Bohol's hills. Simple, well-chosen hotels and transfers by road and sea.
A good Philippines trip does not need to be expensive. This route saves money in the right places: no domestic flights, simple but well-located hotels with good reviews, and shared tours where they work well. It does not save on safety, on reliable boats or on our support.
You fly into Cebu and head straight to Moalboal for turtles and the sardine run. Next comes Siquijor, an island of waterfalls, empty roads and folk legends, three days for the price of very little. Bohol closes the trip with its hills and beaches, and the fast ferry takes you back to Cebu for your flight home.
What's included
- 11 nights' accommodation in your chosen tier, breakfast daily
- Ferries and fast craft Cebu–Negros–Siquijor–Bohol–Cebu
- Airport, port and road transfers (shared in Essential, private from Boutique up)
- Moalboal snorkelling, Kawasan canyoneering, a Siquijor island day and a Bohol countryside tour
- 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
- 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
- Other meals not listed as included
- Environmental and terminal fees
- Drinks
- Tips for guides, drivers and boat crews
- 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
- RoadCebu → Moalboal · around 3h by road
- RoadMoalboal → Liloan port · around 2h by road
- FerryLiloan → Sibulan (Negros) · around 30m ferry
- FerryDumaguete → Siquijor · 1h–1h 30m fast craft
- FerrySiquijor → Tagbilaran (Bohol) · around 2h fast craftLimited schedule; backup route via Dumaguete.
- FerryTagbilaran (Bohol) → Cebu · around 2h fast ferry
Day by day
Choose your trip length
Route: Cebu • Moalboal • Siquijor • Bohol
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 Cebu
Airport pick-up and a night in Cebu.
OvernightCebu
Day 2
To Moalboal
Around three hours by road to the west coast. Afternoon snorkelling off the beach.
OvernightMoalboal
Day 3–4
Moalboal
The sardine run and turtles, and a day of canyoneering at Kawasan.
OvernightMoalboal
Day 5
To Siquijor
Road south, a short ferry to Negros and a fast craft from Dumaguete to Siquijor.
OvernightSiquijor
Day 6–8
Siquijor
Cambugahay Falls, the old balete tree, Lazi church and the coast road by scooter or with a driver, and snorkelling at Tubod.
OvernightSiquijor
Day 9
Fast craft to Bohol
Around two hours by sea to Tagbilaran, then to Panglao.
OvernightPanglao, Bohol
Day 10–11
Bohol
A shared countryside tour of the Chocolate Hills and tarsiers, and a beach day.
OvernightPanglao, Bohol
Day 12
Fly out from Cebu
Fast ferry back to Cebu and transfer to the airport.
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
- Moalboal sardine run
- Kawasan canyoneering
- Siquijor waterfalls
- Bohol countryside
Possible upgrades
- Upgrade to Boutique hotels
- Add Apo Island from Dumaguete
- Private car on Siquijor
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
December to May
Choose your trip length
Route: Cebu • Moalboal • Siquijor • Bohol
The day-by-day plan and prices update for the length you choose. Every plan can still be adjusted with our team.
- Essential
- From €1,300
- per person
- Boutique
- From €1,900
- per person
Questions travellers ask
1. What kind of hotels are they?
Clean, safe, well-reviewed and well-located: good small hotels and guesthouses with private bathrooms and air-conditioning. Upgrade to Boutique for more character and comfort.
2. Is it still a private trip?
Transfers are shared where it makes sense to keep the price down, but your plan, bookings and support are all your own.
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