Philippines Island Escape: Boracay & Cebu

Tropical Island Escape: Boracay & Lapu-Lapu (Philippines)

Passengers: 2 adults, 0 children

Itinerary and included services

• Accommodation – Boracay (6 nights)
• Stay 6 nights at Astoria Current, a stylish beachfront hotel on Boracay Island (Philippines).
• Highlights: Direct access to the beach, modern rooms, pool area, on-site restaurant and easy walking distance to bars, shops and sunset spots.
• Experience – Boracay Private Island Hopping Premium with Lunch
• A full-day premium island hopping tour by private boat around Boracay’s most beautiful coves and islands.
• Included: Private boat, professional guide, snorkeling stops (weather permitting), photo spots at secluded beaches and a freshly prepared lunch on board or on a selected beach.
• Inter-island transport – Boracay to Cebu
• Ground and sea/air arrangements connecting Boracay (via Godofredo P airport) to Cebu (Mactan Cebu International).
• Route: From Godofredo P airport to Mactan Cebu International Airport, with all pre-arranged tickets and transfers as per your schedule.
• Private transfer – Arrival in Cebu
• Upon arrival at Mactan Cebu International Airport, you will be greeted and transferred by private SEDAN to your hotel.
• Included: Meet & greet service, assistance with luggage and direct door-to-door transfer to Mercure Mactan Cebu.
• Accommodation – Lapu-Lapu / Mactan (4 nights)
• Enjoy 4 nights at Mercure Mactan Cebu in Lapu-Lapu (Philippines), ideally located for both sightseeing and relaxation.
• Highlights: Comfortable contemporary rooms, pool, restaurant and convenient access to the airport and local attractions.
• Experience – Cebu Historic and Views Tour (Private, with lunch)
• A private full-day tour titled "Cebu Historic and Views Tour Pickup Dropoff and Lunch (private)".
• Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off, private vehicle and driver-guide, visits to key historic sites in Cebu City, panoramic viewpoints over the city and coastline, and a local lunch showcasing regional flavors.
• Themes of the trip
• This itinerary is curated for travelers who love:
• Asia – Discover the warmth and culture of the Philippines.
• Islands – Enjoy white-sand beaches, turquoise waters and relaxed island life.

Trip overview

This 10-night journey combines the idyllic beaches of Boracay with the cultural and historic charm of Cebu. You will begin with six nights at Astoria Current in Boracay, where you can unwind on powdery white sands, enjoy sunsets over the sea and explore nearby islets on a premium private island hopping tour complete with lunch and snorkeling stops.

You then continue to Cebu via Godofredo P airport, transitioning seamlessly to Mactan Cebu International Airport and settling in for four nights at Mercure Mactan Cebu. From this comfortable base, a private historic and scenic tour reveals Cebu’s colonial heritage, churches, monuments and spectacular viewpoints, with a local lunch included. Throughout the trip, all key transfers and curated experiences are pre-arranged, leaving you free to relax and enjoy an intimate island escape for two.

Recommended guides and books to prepare your trip

• Guidebooks
• Lonely Planet Philippines – Comprehensive country guide with detailed sections on Boracay and Cebu.
• Rough Guide to the Philippines – Great for cultural insights, background history and practical tips.
• Inspiration & background reading
• "CultureShock! Philippines" – Helpful introduction to Filipino customs, etiquette and daily life.
• "Philippines: Insight Guides" – Photo-rich guide focusing on landscapes, people and culture.
• Online resources
• Official Philippines tourism website for up-to-date travel advisories and festival calendars.
• Local Boracay and Cebu blogs or vlogs for current restaurant recommendations, beach bars and lesser-known viewpoints.