Philippines Cebu Bohol Sumilon Island 6 days 4 nights GOPH8864

22.30 hrs. The group can meet the staff and guide at Entrance 1-4, Passenger Terminal, Philippine Airlines (PR) counter at Suvarnabhumi Airport.

01.30 Depart from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Mactan-Cebu Airport, Philippines by Philippine Airlines flight PR 739, food service on board (flight time approximately 3.55 hours)
06.25 Arrive at Mactan-Cebu Airport, proceed through immigration and customs.
Morning Have breakfast at a restaurant.
Take a photo stop at the Mactan Shrine, located in Lapu-Lapu City, Mactan Island, Cebu Province. It is a memorial tower built to honor the Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan. It is believed that this place is where Magellan was killed during the Battle of Mactan on April 27, 1521. Magellan led the world's first expedition to reach Asia via the Atlantic Ocean and across the Pacific Ocean. He commanded the Spanish fleet to explore the tropical islands for valuable spices. Due to dwindling food supplies after a year at sea, Magellan's crew had to settle in Cebu first. They soon began converting the natives to Christianity and were very successful. By converting a polytheistic village to a monotheistic Catholicism.
Visit the Virgen dela Regla National Shrine. Cebu has always been known for its Santo Niño rites, but there is another devotion that has been visited by pilgrims over the years: Nuestra Señora De La Regla, or Our Lady of the Rule. The name is believed to have originated with Saint Augustine, who dedicated a rule he created to her for his congregation to follow. The shrine and image of Virgen De La Regla are located in Lapu-Lapu City, Cebu. The feast day of Our Lady of the Rule is held every November 21. Cebuans have been celebrating the feast day of the Virgin Mary for over 280 years. On that day, there is a procession, which is the first day of the Nuestra Señora De La Regla Mass. The image is transported via caravan to the Pacific Cebu Resort and placed in a flower-decorated boat, the same boat used in the annual Santo Niño parade in January.
Visit Fort San Pedro, a military fortification structure in Cebu City, Philippines. Built by the Spanish under the command of Miguel Lopez de Legazpi, the first Commander-in-Chief of the Philippines, it is located in what is now Plaza Independencia in the city's harbor area. The original wooden fort was built after the arrival of Legazpi and his expedition in the early 17th century. The stone fort was built to repel Muslim invaders. The current structure was built in 1738 and is the oldest triangular fortification in the country. It served as the center of the first Spanish settlement in the Philippines. During the Philippine Revolution in the late 19th century, it was attacked and captured by Filipino revolutionaries who used it as a stronghold.
Lunch at a restaurant
Afternoon Visit Magellan's Cross, an ancient cross built by Portuguese and Spanish explorers on the orders of Ferdinand Magellan upon his arrival in Cebu in 1521, marking the beginning of the conversion of the Philippines to Catholicism, to symbolize the glory of Christianity. This ancient cross has a history dating back hundreds of years and is believed to be extremely sacred. It is an important symbol of Christianity in history and is an important religious and historical landmark in the city. After the old cross was destroyed by the opposing party, the Christian villagers preserved the remnants of the old cross. Later, Spain built a new cross using the remnants of the cross.
Take you to visit the Basilica Minore del Santo Nino, the oldest church in the Philippines, built in 1565. The exterior looks like a simple church, but the interior is magnificent. The patterns on the church ceiling are very beautiful and delicate. The architecture uses a Romanesque stone structure, a triangular gable roof, and the front wall is carved with images of important saints in Christianity. The bell tower is built on the left wing of the church. The inner roof uses a vault system, making the interior spacious. The ceiling is painted with frescoes about Moses and the Ten Commandments, Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden, and stories from the Bible. Later, in 1965, the Vatican in Rome realized the importance of the Santo Nino Church. Therefore, it was announced to be elevated to the status of Basilica Minore or the minor cathedral, with the view that the importance of this place is like supporting Christianity in Asia to be sustainable and prosperous. In addition, this church is also the place where the sculpture of the Infant Santo Niño of Cebu (Santo Niño de Cebú) is enshrined, which is a sacred sculpture and is the center of the hearts of all Filipinos. Every January, there is a grand celebration at the Santo Niño Church to honor the sacredness of the Infant Jesus.
Dinner at a local restaurant
Check in to the 4-star hotel, Holiday Inn Cebu City or similar **** or equivalent

Morning Have breakfast at the hotel.
Travel to Oslob (approximately 3.30 – 4 hours), a small coastal town located in the southernmost part of Cebu. It is a small coastal town with a population of only 3,724 people, but it has become world-famous for seeing whale sharks or the world's largest fish living in its waters, locally known as Butanding or Tuki. As it is one of the few places in the world where you can see these gentle giants in the water, this once-quiet coastal town has become a bustling tourist attraction.
Lunch Have lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon Visit Tumalog Falls, the second most popular waterfall in Cebu. This beautiful waterfall is still considered a great waterfall for swimming or relaxing. The waterfall is about 100 meters high. Experience the nature around the waterfall, surrounded by lush forests and steep limestone cliffs.
Take a boat to Sumilon Island, which has the most beautiful landscape in the region. It has pristine white sand beaches and colorful coral reefs full of marine life. Surrounded by crystal clear blue waters, as the first marine protected area in Cebu, this is a paradise of pristine natural beauty, making it a must-visit destination for tourists looking for a scenic and peaceful getaway. Enjoy your stay on the island, indulge in the Sandbar, relax at your leisure, and indulge in the crystal clear blue sea and white sandy beaches.
Dinner at the restaurant
Check in to the 4-star Blue Water Sumilon or equivalent

Morning Have breakfast at the hotel.
Take a boat back to Oslob.
The itinerary in Cebu may be adjusted depending on the island where the whale sharks live.
Take you to experience Whale Shark (Snorkeling with Whale Shark) Snorkeling with whale sharks Experience snorkeling with gentle giant whale sharks and see these creatures up close. And cruise along the relaxing Loboc River.
Lunch Have lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon Take you back to Cebu City (travel time approximately 4-4.30 hours). Take you to the Temple of Leah, one of the leading cultural and historical sites in Cebu City. Many people call this temple the "Taj Mahal" of Cebu because it is a tomb of great love that never ends. Even after death, Teodorico Soriano Adarna built the Temple of Leah for his late wife, Leah Albino-Adarna. Their marriage lasted more than five decades. Teodorico and Leah are the grandparents of famous Filipino actress Ellen Adarna. The Temple of Leah is located in Barangay Busay and began construction in 2012. It has about 24 rooms in the complex, which includes a library, art gallery, bar, and museum, among other things. There are also statues of lions, angels, and gladiators.
Dinner at a local restaurant.
Check in to the 4-star Holiday Inn Cebu city or similar or equivalent (1st night)

Morning Have breakfast at the hotel.
Travel to Bohol Island by ferry, travel time is about 2 hours.
Travel to see Chocolate Hills, a geological formation in Bohol province, Philippines. There are at least 1,260 hills, but there may be as many as 1,776 hills spread over an area of ​​more than 50 square kilometers. They are covered with green grass that turns brown during the dry season, hence the name Chocolate Hills, which appears on the provincial flag and seal to symbolize the abundance of natural attractions in the province.
Then travel to Loboc Village, visit the small villages on both sides of the river, which are widely known for their lunch cruise along the beautiful and winding Loboc River. Take a boat trip to see the beauty of nature.
Lunch Have lunch on the boat.
Afternoon Visit the Tarsier Monkey, a little-known nocturnal mammal, the size of a tennis ball.1 When it became more widespread Tarsier is also limited to the islands of Southeast Asia, such as the Philippines, Malaysia, Brunei and Indonesia. There are 10 species and 4 subspecies of tarsier, which are in the monkey and ape family. Extinction threatens all tarsier species to some extent. With their unique eyesight, extraordinarily long fingers, velvety fur and ability to catch insects and even birds by leaping, they are worth seeing again. Here are some of the things that make tarsiers so amazing.
Then visit Baclayon church, a Catholic church in the municipality of Baclayon, Bohol, Philippines, under the jurisdiction of the Diocese of Tagbilaran. Baclayon was founded by Jesuits Juan de Torres and Gabriel Sánchez in 1596 and is the oldest Christian community in Bohol. It was elevated to a parish in 1717, and the current coral church was completed in 1727. The Augustinian Recollects succeeded the Jesuits in 1768 and have been extensively renovating the church ever since. It has been designated a National Cultural Treasure by the National Museum of the Philippines. And National Historic Landmarks by the National Historical Commission of the Philippines. Baclayon Church, along with the Maragondon, Loboc and Guiuan churches, has been included on the UNESCO Tentative List of the Philippines since 1993.
Visit the Blood Compact Monument, an artwork built to honor the first international treaty between the Philippines and Spain. The monument is located in a street area known as East Tagbilaran Avenue in the Bulan district. The current site is historically significant as it is where Miguel Lopez de Legaspi and Rajah Sikatuna performed the bloody ceremony on March 16, 1565. This gesture is believed to represent peace and friendship between the foreigners and the people of Bohol. When the time is right, we will take you back to Cebu by ferry, which takes about 2 hours.
Dinner at a restaurant (Seafood)
Check in to the 4-star hotel, Holiday Inn Cebu city or similar or equivalent (2nd night)

Morning Breakfast at the hotel
Visit Taoist Temple, a temple built by Cebu’s large Chinese-Filipino community in 1972 on a hill overlooking the affluent Beverly Hills district. The temple is the center of Taoist worship, a religion that follows the teachings of the ancient Chinese philosopher Laozi. Another Taoist ritual performed on Wednesdays and Sundays is to climb the 81 steps (representing 81 Taoist scriptures) to light incense and have a monk read your horoscope. The entrance to the temple is a replica of the Great Wall of China. Inside the temple are a church, library, souvenir shop and a wishing well. The spacious terrace offers a beautiful view of Cebu.
Visit Yap Sandiego House, a remarkable masterpiece of Filipino and Chinese history. This 17th-century structure is believed to be one of the oldest Chinese houses built outside of China, a testament to Cebu’s vibrant Spanish colonial past. It is one of the oldest houses in the world, and a beautiful and harmonious blend of cultures. Spanish and Chinese architecture combine to create a fascinating image. This house was built between 1675 and 1700 by Don Juan Yap, a wealthy Chinese merchant, and his wife Dona Maria Florido, who passed it down to their descendants. The house is constructed of clay, coral stones, and wooden beams.
Lunch Lunch at a restaurant
Afternoon Travel to SM Seaside City, a large shopping mall. In 2022, this mall was the largest in Cebu, the fourth largest in the Philippines and the 16th largest in the world. Enjoy shopping for a variety of products.
17.30 Transfer to Mactan-Cebu International Airport, Philippines for check-in.
21.10 Depart from Suvarnabhumi Airport by Philippine Airlines flight PR 738. The airline provides food service on board (approximately 3.49 hours flight time).
23.59 Arrive safely at Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok (BON VOYAGE).