The 10 Best 3-Day Experiences in the Philippines

1.El Nido to Coron: 3-Day 2-Night Island-Hopping Expedition

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 343 reviews · 3 days · from $339Our pick

Travel between El Nido and Coron by traditional Filipino bangka, stopping at quiet beaches, reefs, coves, and small island communities. Your crew handles meals, transfers, safety, and camp setup while you snorkel, kayak, swim, play games, and sleep in simple native huts. Expect no Wi-Fi, limited electricity, shared facilities, and a social group atmosphere.

“This was by far the best experience I have ever had in my life! I literally cried leaving the group/guides after our 3 day expedition. Truly fantastic in every way possible!”

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2.Banaue & Batad UNESCO 3days 2 nights Tour ( Private Group Tour Max 6 Travelers)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · from $630Top rated

Travel from Manila to Banaue and Batad in a private air-conditioned van for up to six people. With an accredited Ifugao guide, you’ll stay in homestays, ride a private jeepney to Batad, walk to Tappia Waterfall, and see the UNESCO-listed terraces. Guides such as Edmond and JP help make the long mountain journey easier.

“We enjoyed this tour a lot; we had a lot of amazing experiences such as riding on top of a jeepney (like a local), visiting Tappia Waterfalls and experiencing the rice terraces of Batad and Banaue. Detailed feedback/suggestions are below: - Read more”

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3.Private Palawan Expedition, El Nido to Coron 3 Days 2 Nights

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · from $1,764

Travel privately from El Nido toward Coron over three days and two nights, stopping at quiet beaches, sandbars, and snorkeling sites around Linapacan and Culion. Your package includes meals, drinks, water, beach-hut bedding, and snorkeling gear. Crew names connected with past trips include Ten Ten, Melvin, Emmanuel, and Razel.

“Absolutely unforgettable! Our 3D2N Palawan expedition with Lagum Adventure was the highlight of our trip—pristine islands, crystal-clear water, and star-filled nights on quiet beaches. The crew was caring and professional, food was delicious, and everything felt safe and well organized. Worth every peso—highly recommended!”

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4.Bohol Tour Package: 3-Day Paradise Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 12 reviews · 3 days · from $193Best value

Spend three days exploring Bohol with an English-speaking guide and a small group of up to 18. Stay at Abraham Bohol, snorkel around Pamilacan Island, look for sea turtles, visit the Chocolate Hills and Tarsier Conservation Area, paddle the Loboc River, and stop at a traditional salt workshop and Baclayon Church.

“Un’esperienza bellissima, escursione curata in ogni dettaglio. Abbiamo avuto un problema con le notti comprese nel pacchetto ma i ragazzi sul luogo hanno gestito al meglio il problema risolvendo in tempi brevi!”

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5.3-Day Sagada, Baguio, & Banaue Rice Terraces Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.4 · 10 reviews · 3 days · from $214

You’ll travel from Manila into the cool highlands of Luzon, visiting Sagada’s Echo Valley and hanging coffins, Baguio’s parks and Strawberry Farm, and the Banaue Rice Terraces. The tour includes two nights of accommodation and transport, but meals, entrance fees, registration, and guide and shuttle charges require extra cash.

“It’s a great & Fantastic tour showcasing the Philippine Highlands. The Cave was the overall Winner for me. Plus theres hiking, a cemetery and rice paddies.There are some issues to be aware of. If you’re being transported in a Premium Van, under no circumstances should there be more than 12 passengers unless you want a painful journey. As well the tour should not depart Manila after 7pm. Also if you’re not a picky eater you’re introduced to Filipino cuisine! I do recommend this tour”

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6.3DAYS AND 2NIGHTS SNORKEL ISLANDS HOPPING EXPEDITION

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 9 reviews · 3 days · from $360

Spend three days crossing Palawan between Coron and El Nido, or the reverse, with snorkeling stops, beach time, local meals, two nipa-hut nights, and a small group of up to 18. The one-way trip includes a van transfer, guide, chef, masks, towels, bonfire, karaoke, and limited Filipino rum and gin. Check boat capacity and safety details before booking.

“El trato fue inmejorable, los paisajes son una pasada y las islas en las que duermes tienen un montón de encanto, los tipis están a primera línea de mar y te despiertas con el amanecer, en todas las paradas te dan opciones de hacer snorkel y nosotras vimos tortugas estrellas de mar corales… la tripulación es muy cercana y divertida. Repetiría sin duda y lo recomiendo.”

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7.3D2N El Nido Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $250

Spend three days traveling from Puerto Princesa to El Nido, with round-trip airport transfers, two breakfasts, lunch, fees, a local guide, and a shared Bacuit Bay boat trip. You’ll see Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Seven Commando Beach, and Payong-Payong Beach. The six-hour van rides require careful flight planning.

“Experience was extraordinary and the travel agency is friendly and always available if you have any concerns”

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8.Banaue Rice Terraces Escape: 3 Days, 2 Nights with Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $500

Leave Manila at 3 a.m. for a three-day Ifugao adventure with hotel transfers, a Banaue homestay, Batad Rice Terraces, Tapiya Falls, Hapao Rice Terraces, and a natural hot spring. Guides named Do mine and Jimmy are associated with the trip. Expect long drives, active walks, simple lodging, and meals at your own cost.

“The guides assigned to us were great. Do mine took us to Botad and Jimmy took us to Bogyah Hot Springs. We stayed at Japan’ Place at Bro Zone. We arrived early, but were welcomed by the Bustamante Family. We had all of our meals theRead more”

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9.Philippines Intro 3 days 2 nights Tour Best of Manila and Beyond

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $800

Start in historic Intramuros, continue to Tagaytay, then spend a day snorkeling and visiting floating bamboo cottages in Calatagan. Finish with a canoe ride through Pagsanjan Falls. The $800 package includes an air-conditioned vehicle, two breakfasts, two lunches, taxes, fees, and a three-star Tagaytay hotel.

“we love the whole trip, Manila is very historical and were amazed by the people around, Also the snorkeling part and the island hoped we had so much fun, especially with the tour guide and the driver we all feel safe..”

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10.3 Days Private Tour in Banaue Ifugao visiting Batad Rice Terraces

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3 reviews · from $625

Travel from Manila to Banaue, then hike through Batad’s ancient rice terraces to Tappiya Waterfalls with a local guide. This private three-day trip includes transport, accommodation, entrance fees, and a stay in family-run lodging. Expect long road days, basic facilities, and a moderate trek.

“La peor y la más cara excursión que nos ha tocado en todo nuestro recorrido por Filipina. Transporte pésimo, defectuoso, con un coche que pretendía llevarnos unos 250 km con un defecto grave de motor y que tuvieron que parar cada 10 km para enfriar el motor a manguRead more”

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