The Philippines' Visayas: Whale Sharks, Siquijor & Bohol in 14 Days
Whale sharks, waterfalls, and dolphins — a private 14-day island-hop through the Visayas.
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About This Tour
A 14-day island-hop through the Visayas — swimming with whale sharks at Oslob, Dumaguete's crater lakes, Siquijor's waterfalls, and Bohol's Chocolate Hills and tarsiers, ending with dolphin watching off Panglao. This trip includes a flight from Manila to Dumaguete (day 2), inter-island ferry crossings — to Cebu's Samboan coast (day 2), Dumaguete to Siquijor (day 7), and Siquijor to Bohol (day 10) — and a final flight from Panglao back to Manila (day 14), the only practical ways to link the Visayas' scattered islands, alongside your private driver and vehicle for every ground-transport day.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.
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Arrival
Arrival pickup at Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila.
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Day 1 — Manila
Arrival and hotel transfer, with an optional tour of Intramuros, the historic walled city.
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Day 2 — Manila to Samboan
A flight to Dumaguete, a short ferry to Cebu island, and a transfer to a waterfront resort in Samboan.
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Day 3 — Whale Sharks & Sumilon Island
An early-morning swim with whale sharks at Oslob, then snorkeling at Sumilon Island's sandbar, with a traditional wood-fired bath and massage.
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Day 4 — Free Day in Samboan
A day at leisure — the beaches at Panagsama, White Beach, or Lambug, the Tumalog and Aguinid waterfalls, or a climb up Osmeña Peak.
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Day 5 — Samboan to Dumaguete
A crossing of the Tañon Strait, the volcanic Twin Lakes at Balinsasayao Park, a swim at Pulang Bato falls, and hot springs en route to Dauin.
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Day 6 — Free Day in Dumaguete
A choice of the Manjuyod sandbar and dolphin watching at Bais, a colonial-era city tour of Dumaguete, or scuba diving off the resort's reef.
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Day 7 — Dumaguete to Siquijor
A 45-minute fast ferry to Siquijor — known locally as the “Island of Fire” — with a free morning before the crossing.
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Day 8 — Around Siquijor
A tricycle tour to the Church of San Isidro de Labrador, a virgin coconut oil factory, a swim at Cambugahay Falls, a fish spa at the balete tree, and lunch at Paliton beach.
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Day 9 — Free Day in Siquijor
A day at leisure, or an optional boat trip to Apo Island's marine sanctuary, home to more than 600 fish species and resident sea turtles.
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Day 10 — Siquijor to Bohol
A fast boat to Tagbilaran, with an optional zip-line over the Loboc River, the Tarsier Sanctuary, the Chocolate Hills, and a river lunch cruise, ending with a firefly-watching cruise.
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Day 11 — Loboc to Panglao
An optional morning canoe or paddleboard outing, a visit to Hinagdanan Cave, lunch at the Bohol Bee Farm, and a transfer to Panglao.
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Day 12 — Pamilacan Island
An early banca boat trip to spot dolphins off Pamilacan Island, snorkeling in the marine sanctuary or a beach massage, and a free afternoon at Alona Beach.
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Day 13 — Free Day in Panglao
A day at leisure — beach walks, pool time, or a final dive.
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Day 14 — Departure
A flight from Panglao back to Manila for your international connection.
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Departure
The trip ends with a flight from Panglao back to Manila and on to your international departure flight.
What's Included
A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel
What's Not Included
Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses
Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?
Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees
Important Information
Know Before You Book
Group size can range from 1 to 20 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.
Know Before You Go
We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.
Special Requests
Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — Voyzo runs it exclusively for your group, with private transfers and an English-speaking guide throughout.
Yes — day 3 includes swimming with whale sharks at Oslob, one of the few places in the world with a near-guaranteed year-round sighting, followed by snorkeling at Sumilon Island's sandbar.
Yes — a flight from Manila to Dumaguete on day 2, several inter-island ferries, and a final flight from Panglao back to Manila on day 14, all the only practical ways to link the Visayas' scattered islands; every other transfer is by private vehicle.
Known historically for folklore around local healers, Siquijor today is better known for its waterfalls, white-sand beaches, and the marine sanctuary at nearby Apo Island (days 8-9).
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.
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