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Philippines: Manila to Coron

Manila - Coron

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Manila to Coron in 11 epic days of island hopping beach days!

  • 11 Days
  • 4 Places
  • 5 Activities

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Philippines: Manila to Coron
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Next Departure 15 Nov 2026
Duration 11 Days
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The best Philippines Adventure for 18-29s

Always dreamt of exploring the Philippines, but don't know where to start? Craving a backpacking adventure? You're in the right place! This Philippines tour takes you from Manila to Coron in 11 epic days of island hopping, beaches and all-around good vibes. This is the trip of dreams, from ziplining in El Nido to discovering the best islands around Coron and the beauty of Puerto Princesa. 11 days backpacking in the Philippines doesn't get much better than this!

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Travel Style

These adventures are designed for travellers aged 18-29 who want to explore the world for less without missing out on epic and authentic experiences. On our Essentials trips, you’ll stay in our hand-picked hostels, enjoy more free time and still get that incredible group-travel experience. Who said travelling on a budget had to be boring?

What You Get

Included As Standard

Accommodation
10 Nights in Hostel Accommodation
Local Legend
Not your typical guide, more like a mate who happens to know the way.
Meals
3 x Lunches
Transport
All Internal Transport Included

Included Activities

5 Experience Types · 1 Intentional Journey

Local Lens

Experiences

Direct connections with local culture, traditions, and communities. Cooking with families, exploring neighbourhoods with locals, and participating in generational cultural practices.

Rise Up

Experiences

Intentional challenges in supportive settings. Summit hikes, independent navigation, and experiences that push your limits.

Bucket List

Experiences

World-famous landmarks, extraordinary landscapes, and universally recognised destinations that inspire travel aspirations.

Tru-ly Unique

Experiences

The moments you won’t get anywhere else! These experiences are exclusive to Tru trips and really are something special!

Unplugged

Experiences

Intentional slowness, presence, and tech-free moments in nature or group settings enable reflection and authentic connection.

Museum in Puerto Princesa & Binatuan Weaving
Day 3

Step into Palawan’s story through local eyes. Discover the island’s rich heritage at a Puerto Princesa museum, then visit Binuatan Creations to see traditional handloom weaving in action—meeting local artisans and learning how Palawan’s culture and craftsmanship are kept alive.

Port Barton Island Hopping
Day 5

Set off on an island hopping adventure around Port Barton, snorkelling vibrant coral reefs and swimming alongside sea turtles. Stop off at secluded white sand beaches and starfish-dotted sandbars for the ultimate Palawan day out.

El Nido Island Hopping
Day 7

Experience the ultimate El Nido bucket-list adventure. Island-hop through crystal-clear waters, dramatic limestone cliffs and hidden tropical gems before enjoying lunch at Entalula Beach - named the World’s #1 Best Beach in 2026 by The World’s 50 Best Beaches. A true once-in-a-lifetime Philippines experience.

Zipline
Day 8

Step beyond your comfort zone and Rise Up in El Nido! Take on an exhilarating island-to-island zipline with incredible coastal views, then celebrate the adventure. A day of courage, adrenaline, and unforgettable experiences.

Coron Island Hopping
Day 10

Island hopping around paradise. Grab a snorkel and get ready for a dreamy day in the crystal-clear waters!

Itinerary

1

Welcome To The Philippines

Touch down in Manila! Welcome to the trip of dreams. Get ready for 11 days of island hopping and good vibes. Make your way to the hostel, meet your Tru Leader and the rest of the group. Tonight we'll head out for a welcome dinner and get to know each other a bit more.

  • Manila
2

Travel To Puerto Princesa

It's an early start today, but it's so worth it! We'll catch a flight over to Puerto Princesa and arrive around midday. Once we have checked into our hostel, you can spend the afternoon as you please. We have a busy day tomorrow, so we'll fuel up with good local food and rest up after an early start this morning.

  • Puerto Princesa
  • Flight to Puerto Princesa
3

Puerto Princesa Land Tour

Are you ready for a day exploring this incredible island? We're starting with the Palawan Butterfly Garden and Tribal Village, followed by Binuatan Creations this morning. This afternoon, we'll learn more about the local Filipino culture at the Palawan Heritage Centre. To finish off this day, we'll walk along the Baywalk and enjoy the sunset with a beer in hand!

  • Puerto Princesa
  • Museum in Puerto Princesa & Binatuan Weaving
Local Lens
4

Travel To Port Barton

We're up and out this morning, ready to travel to our next spot: Port Barton. We'll arrive in the afternoon and spend the day relaxing on the beach, playing volleyball, or finding the perfect spot for a beer with a view. In the evening, we'll meet for a group meal and get ready for a busy day tomorrow.

  • Port Barton
5

Port Barton Island Hopping

Today is super special! We're spending the whole day in the famous waters of Port Barton. We'll jump aboard our island-hopping adventure in the morning and spend the day exploring the best reefs and islands. We're stopping at Starfish Island, Maxima Island, Fantastic Reef and Twin Reef, to name a few! This evening we'll spend sharing photos from this incredible day.

  • Port Barton
  • Port Barton Island Hopping
  • 1 x Lunch
6

Travel To El Nido

El Nido, here we come! El Nido is a Tru favourite and we cannot wait to show you around! We'll arrive in the early afternoon and spend the rest of the day exploring and visiting the best beaches. El Nido is famous for its stunning landscapes and insane coral reefs, it's also got some great bars so we'll check them out in the evening too!

  • El Nido
7

Island Hopping In El Nido

Did someone say more island hopping? Yes please! We're spending the whole of the afternoon searching for Nemo and Dory as we island hop around paradise. We'll have a local lunch halfway through to fuel us up for even more swimming and snorkelling.

  • El Nido
  • El Nido Island Hopping
  • Island Hopping in El Nido
  • Lunch
Bucket List
8

Ziplining And Beach Day

Today we're getting our adrenaline pumpingggg! We're ziplining across islands and seeing El Nido's amazing beaches from the sky - epic, right? After an incredible morning cosplaying as Superman, we're spending the afternoon relaxing on the beach and enjoying our last moments on El Nido.

  • El Nido
  • Zipline
  • Ziplining
Rise Up
9

Travel To Coron

We couldn't come to the Philippines and not visit the spot famous for crystal clear lagoons and coral reef shipwrecks (yes, they are just as incredible as they sound!) We'll have a travel day over to Coron today and arrive in the late afternoon, unpack and head out for dinner.

  • Coron
10

Coron Island Hopping

Our final full day on tour calls for one thing - one last island-hopping adventure! Coron has so many must-visit spots, so we'll make sure we tick them all off. We'll visit Baracuda Lake, Twin Lagoon, Atawayan Beach and Kayangan Lake. The dream last full day on tour!

  • Coron
  • Coron Island Hopping
  • 1 x Lunch
11

Chilled Checkout

The past 11 days have FLOWN by, we can't believe it's over! Wherever you are headed to next your Tru Leader will be on hand to make sure you know how to get there. See you next time!

  • Coron
  • Help with onward travel

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FAQs

Why is there an age limit on Essentials tours?

These trips are aimed at first-time travellers aged between 18-29. The Essentials range offers shared hostels, authentic local experiences and more free time to explore and has been designed specifically for those aged 18-29.

 

Don't worry if this isn't you - our incredible Classic, Flashpacker, Limited Edition, Multi-country and Ski tours are open to everyone under 45! There's a perfect style of tour for everyone.

Where does the trip start & finish?

The trip starts in Manila and finishes in Coron

Which airport do I need to fly into?

You will need to fly into Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MIA)

What is the closest airport to the end destination?

The closest airport to Coron is Francisco B. Reyes Airport, commonly known as Coron Airport or Busuanga Airport. It is a 30 minute drive from Coron Island town proper. From here you can catch internal flights to Mactan-Cebu International Airport (CEB), or Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) in Manila to fly internationally.

What kind of accommodation is included on this trip?

The accommodation for this trip is in dormitories. These dorms may be mixed-sex and may also have 'non-TruTravellers' in them. If you would like private dorms/twin share accommodation, our Classic Style might be more up your street.

Is my arrival transfer included? Or how do I get to the start location?

The airport pick-up is not be included. However, you can book a transfer up to 30 days before your tour, in one of two ways:


-Through your online account area
-Through our Sales team, you can contact them through info@trutravels.com for more information!

Can I book a pre-night/airport transfer?

You can book pre-nights, airport transfers and other extras at the time of booking or up to 7 days before the tour starts.

These can be booked:
-Through your online account area
-Through our sales team, you can contact them at info@trutravels.com

Is my money protected?

Yep! You will never lose your money. You’re protected. TruTravels is both ABTA and ATOL registered meaning your money is safe.

Do you have age limits for your tours?

Most of the people that join us on tour are 18-thirtysomethings! We do have an upper age limit of 45 on our tours. If you are over 45 and have travelled with us before please contact our sales team at info@trutravels.com.

 

Our Essentials trips are exclusively built for travellers aged 18-29! Don't worry if this isn't you - our incredible Classic, Flashpacker, Limited Edition, Multi-country and Ski tours are open to everyone under 45! There's a perfect style of tour for everyone - happy browsing!

Can you cater for my dietary requirements on this trip?

Yes! Let us know when you are booking your trip about any requirements you might have we can plan ahead and make sure this doesn’t affect your trip!

Do many TruTravellers travel alone?

Yes, the majority of our travellers will be travelling on their own! Roughly 65% of our TruTravellers come solo! We have designed our trips specifically with solo travellers in mind, so you can be assured you’ll meet lots of others travelling alone like yourself along the way. This of course doesn’t mean our trips are only for solo travellers, but it does mean that you don’t need to worry you’ll be surrounded by a group that already knows each other.

Will I be able to contact/meet people before the tour starts?

Yes, of course! You will receive a welcome email from your tour leader a week before your tour starts. This will include a QR code to join the group chat on WhatsApp and other important information before joining. In the meantime, you can join our Facebook group TruTravellers to connect with others.

Are TruTravels tours drinking and party-oriented?

No! Whether you love a sunset beer or prefer an early night in order to make the most out of every day, or even a bit of both, it's up to you how you spend your time on tour! Our guides are always on hand to suggest a range of evening activities on tour. From night markets to rooftop bars, fire shows and local cultural experiences, there's a huge variety of options! There's no pressure, ever - it's your adventure after all!

Do I have to arrive at a specific time?

You’re welcome to arrive at any time on Day 1 of the tour. Hotel/hostel check-in is usually from around 2 pm, so most people tend to plan their arrival for around this time. However, if you’d like to arrive a little earlier, we can also help arrange pre-nights at the starting accommodation.

There are no planned activities during the day on Day 1, giving everyone plenty of time to arrive, check in and settle in before the tour officially begins. In the evening, the group will usually head out for a welcome dinner at around 7 pm. This is a great opportunity to meet your group leader and fellow travellers. Your guide will also give you a quick overview of the trip and help break the ice, so everyone can get to know each other before the adventure begins!

Can I change the date of my tour?

Yes! If you are more than 60 days out from your tour you can change the date of your tour once. You can also switch to another tour which is the same value or more.

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