Embark on one of our small group tours to the Philippines and our expert local tour leaders will show you the very best that this less-visited part of South East Asia has to offer.
Head to the island of Luzon on our North Philippines Explorer Tour to get a great view of the 2000-year-old rice terraces of the Banaue people, and wander along Vigan’s narrow cobbled streets lined with ancient stone houses. Make a splash in the turquoise blue water of the South China Sea and hike up the active volcano, Mount Pinatubo, to take in panoramic views of its aquamarine crater lake.
And why not extend your Philippines trip with a stay on the tropical island of Bohol Island. Go snorkelling in the crystal clear water, relax on palm-fringed white-sand beaches and escape the stress of everyday life.
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The North Philippines trip provides the perfect blend of mountains and coast. The journey through th...view more
Francis - 4 months ago
Rey, our leader, was excellent. Great sense of humour and added many little extras to the trip. So...view more
Lesley - 5 months ago
We packed a lot into the trip, all good, saw many amazing places and people. Our Tour Guide, Ronnie,...view more
Anne - 6 months ago
The itinerary details need to be updated. Two different hotels than what was listed. One of the ho...view more
Deidra - 6 months ago
A fabulous trip with so much variety and a full experience of life in the Philippines. The tour lead...view more
Pamela - 7 months ago
Great trip and lots to see and I would highly recommend a trip to the Philippines. I have travelled ...view more
Trusted Customer - 8 months ago
Ronnie was an exceptional Tour Leader. One of the best I have ever had on all my trips with Explore.
Robert - 8 months ago
Good trip great extention we missed the tattooed village
Trusted Customer - 9 months ago
A very enjoyable trip with some impressive scenery, interesting food, an outstanding guide (Rey) and...view more
Katherine - 9 months ago
A great experience made all the more enjoyable by our excellent local guide who couldn’t have been a...view more
Sharon - 1 years ago
Absolutely brilliant tour leader, Rey, who helped us to see the best that the Philippines has to off...view more
John - 1 years ago
Good and varied itinerary.Good helpful, friendly and humorous Tour leader "Ronnie" who supported the...view more
Melvyn - 1 years ago
Highlights include day in Vigan, travelling by horse and carriage; visiting the villages and museum ...view more
Trusted Customer - 1 years ago
Kerry - 1 years ago
An enjoyable trip, no so many wow moments but lots to see and enjoy. Our accommodation was great and...view more
Tex - 1 years ago
Excellent experience, I very been before to the north of Philippines. It's highly recommended to m...view more
Grace - 2 years ago
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