Grand Palawan Expedition: 10-Day Palawan Tour Package

Grand Palawan Expedition: 10-Day Palawan Tour Package

Escape into Palawan's wild side on this 10-day journey through Coron, El Nido, and Puerto Princesa — where sea kayaks glide past hidden lagoons, island-hopping bancas chase turquoise coves, and a paddleboat carries you deep into the Underground River's ancient chambers. Book your 10-day Palawan adventure today.

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10 Days / 9 Nights

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What Makes This Trip

The Soul of Philippines
10 Days / 9 Nights

10 days across three of Palawan's most celebrated destinations offer a journey built for travelers who want to slow down and go beyond the postcard version of the Philippines. It begins in Coron, where limestone cliffs rise straight out of turquoise water and a saltwater hot spring provides a gentle welcome before the real adventure starts. The heart of the Coron leg is a full day of sea kayaking and native banca travel along the island's northwest coast, a route deliberately designed to avoid the crowds. Paddlers glide into private lagoons, drift past sea eagles and monitor lizards, and — conditions permitting — take in the postcard views of Kayangan Lake or the geothermal warmth of Barracuda Lake, always with the option to veer toward quieter, kayak-only coves instead. From there, a short flight carries travelers to El Nido, where a classic island-hopping tour reveals the limestone walls of Big Lagoon, the hidden white sands of Secret Lagoon, and the laid-back charm of Seven Commando Beach. A scenic overland transfer then leads south to Puerto Princesa, home to the UNESCO-listed Underground River. Here, a paddleboat glides beneath towering stalactite formations and cathedral-like chambers, followed by an afternoon exploring a century-old mangrove forest alive with birds and reptiles. Rest days are built in throughout, giving the trip room to breathe between activities rather than rushing from one stop to the next. The result is a well-paced itinerary that balances adventure with genuine downtime — sea kayaking, island hopping, cave exploration, and hot springs, framed by two of the Philippines' most photogenic island towns and one of its most remarkable natural wonders. It's a trip for travelers who want to experience Palawan's beauty without contributing to its over-tourism, seeking out the quiet corners that most group tours miss entirely. Ready to explore Palawan the slow way? Send your request now for full trip details!

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Itinerary Journey

10 Days / 9 Nights

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Day 1: Arrival in Coron - Palawan Trip Package

Touch down at Busuanga Airport, gateway to the limestone-studded waters of Coron, and step straight into island time. A private transfer whisks you from the airstrip through lush countryside to your resort, where the …

Touch down at Busuanga Airport, gateway to the limestone-studded waters of Coron, and step straight into island time.

A private transfer whisks you from the airstrip through lush countryside to your resort, where the surrounding karst cliffs and turquoise bay give an early taste of what's ahead.

After check-in, the rest of the day is left wide open — settle into your room, stroll the resort grounds, or simply watch the light change over the water as jet lag melts away.

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Day 2: Coron Leisure Day & Maquinit Hot Springs

With no fixed plans until evening, spend the day exploring Coron town at your own rhythm — browse the local market, sample Filipino coffee at a seaside café, or simply rest up before tomorrow's kayak …

With no fixed plans until evening, spend the day exploring Coron town at your own rhythm — browse the local market, sample Filipino coffee at a seaside café, or simply rest up before tomorrow's kayak expedition.

As the sun begins to dip in the late afternoon, head to Maquinit Hot Springs, one of only a handful of saltwater hot springs found anywhere in the world.

Fed naturally by geothermal activity, the mineral-rich pools sit tucked into a mangrove forest and stay a soothing 38–40°C year-round.

Ease into the warm water as dusk settles over the trees — a calm, restorative close to your last free day before the adventure begins in earnest.

Meals: Breakfast

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Day 3: Ultimate Coron Banca & Sea Kayak Day Trip

On the 3rd day of Coron Palawan Tour Package, A full day exploring the northwest coast of Coron Island by native outrigger banca and sea kayak — a low-impact, off-the-beaten-path route (direction depends on seas…

On the 3rd day of Coron Palawan Tour Package, A full day exploring the northwest coast of Coron Island by native outrigger banca and sea kayak — a low-impact, off-the-beaten-path route (direction depends on seasonal winds: west to east June–September, east to west October–May) that trades tourist crowds for private lagoons, hidden caves, and wildlife-rich waters.

Stop points include:

  • Kayangan Lake: Home to one of the Philippines' most photographed lagoon views
  • Barracuda Lake: A thermal lake where free divers can descend 17 meters into warm water
  • Secluded kayak-only lagoons: Quiet coves and channels reached only by paddle, away from crowds
  • Twin Lagoon & Skeleton Wreck: Classic Coron sites approached with a low-impact mindset
  • Wildlife sightings along the way: Sea eagles, kingfishers, monkeys, monitor lizards, and sea turtles

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Day 4: Transfer from Coron to El Nido

After breakfast, enjoy free time until your transfer to Busuanga Airport for a short flight to El Nido's Lio Airport. Check into your El Nido hotel and spend the remainder of the day at leisure. Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, enjoy free time until your transfer to Busuanga Airport for a short flight to El Nido's Lio Airport.

Check into your El Nido hotel and spend the remainder of the day at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast

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Day 5: El Nido Leisure Day & Papaya Beach

Take it easy for the day, then join your hotel's scheduled shuttle to Papaya Beach to enjoy its powder-soft, pristine sands. Meals: Breakfast

Take it easy for the day, then join your hotel's scheduled shuttle to Papaya Beach to enjoy its powder-soft, pristine sands.

Meals: Breakfast

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Day 6: El Nido Island Hopping Tour A — Big Lagoon, Secret Lagoon & Seven Commando Beach

Discover El Nido's signature lagoons and beaches on this classic island-hopping route. Marvel at the towering limestone cliffs cradling the crystal-clear waters of Big Lagoon, then paddle into Secret Lagoon, a hid…

Discover El Nido's signature lagoons and beaches on this classic island-hopping route.

Marvel at the towering limestone cliffs cradling the crystal-clear waters of Big Lagoon, then paddle into Secret Lagoon, a hidden white-sand cove tucked behind a narrow rock crevice.

Stops include:

  • Big Lagoon
  • Payong Payong / Entalula Island
  • Secret Lagoon
  • Shimizu Island
  • Seven Commando Beach

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Day 7: Overland Transfer from El Nido to Puerto Princesa

After breakfast, embark on a scenic 5-hour overland journey to Puerto Princesa. Check into your hotel upon arrival and spend the evening at leisure. Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, embark on a scenic 5-hour overland journey to Puerto Princesa.

Check into your hotel upon arrival and spend the evening at leisure.

Meals: Breakfast

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Day 8: Puerto Princesa Underground River & Mangrove Tour

An early-morning start leads into one of the Philippines' most celebrated natural wonders — a UNESCO World Heritage Site where a small paddleboat carries you deep beneath towering limestone cliffs, followed …

An early-morning start leads into one of the Philippines' most celebrated natural wonders — a UNESCO World Heritage Site where a small paddleboat carries you deep beneath towering limestone cliffs, followed by an afternoon exploring a living, century-old mangrove forest.

Stop points include:

  • Puerto Princesa Subterranean River — Board a 6-person paddleboat and glide 8 kilometers beneath the limestone cliffs into an underground waterway
  • Cathedral-like cave chambers — Marvel at 40-meter-high ceilings and dramatic stalactite and stalagmite formations
  • Resort lunch — Refuel with a included midday meal before heading back out
  • Old-growth mangrove forest — Walk among century-old trees that anchor this vital marine and terrestrial ecosystem
  • Wildlife sightings — Look for mangrove snakes, monitor lizards, and a wide variety of native birdlife

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Day 9: Puerto Princesa Leisure Day

Spend a final full day soaking in the peaceful atmosphere of Puerto Princesa at your own pace. Meals: Breakfast

Spend a final full day soaking in the peaceful atmosphere of Puerto Princesa at your own pace.

Meals: Breakfast

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Day 10: Departure from Puerto Princesa

After breakfast, enjoy free time until your transfer to Puerto Princesa Airport for your onward flight home. Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, enjoy free time until your transfer to Puerto Princesa Airport for your onward flight home.

Meals: Breakfast

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Escape into Palawan's wild side on this 10-day journey through Coron, El Nido, and Puerto Princesa — where sea kayaks glide past hidden lagoons, is…

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    Meet-and-greet service upon arrival at the airport

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    Assistance with guest relations throughout your stay

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    Airport transfers on a shared air-conditioned vehicle

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    Private air-conditioned transportation during sightseeing tours

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    Overland transfer from El Nido to Puerto Princesa

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    Air-conditioned vehicle for airport transfers, shared basis across the three properties/hotels

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    3 nights' accommodation at The Funny Lion Coron,

    including daily breakfast

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    3 nights' accommodation at The Funny Lion El Nido

    , including daily breakfast

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    3 nights' accommodation at The Funny Lion Puerto Princesa,

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    Lunches as mentioned in the itinerary

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    English-speaking tour guide

    during all sightseeing tours

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    Sightseeing tours as outlined in the itinerary

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    Entrance fees to all sites

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    All meals as specified in the itinerary

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    Domestic flight tickets (Manila–Coron / Coron–El Nido / Puerto Princesa–Manila)

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Featured Stays

The Funny Lion Coron The Funny Lion El Nido The Funny Lion Puerto Princesa

Validity: 01 July 2026 – 31 March 2027 *Except Peak Dates

Price per Solo Traveler

$3699

Price per person in Double room

$2020

Price per person in Triple room

$1999

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“Manila & Filipino Culture”

"Manila is a city of contrasts: history, colonial churches, bustling markets, and a vibrant nightlife. The traffic and noise are a shock at first, but you end up falling in love with its energy. What I loved most was the warmth of the people — everyone was so welcoming and quick to help. A great starting point for exploring the rest of the country."

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Tom H.

“Boracay Island”

"Boracay is simply spectacular. White Beach has some of the softest, whitest sand I've ever set foot on. Total relaxation by day, and a great vibe at night with live music and beachfront restaurants. We ate fresh seafood at amazing prices. Perfect for couples or a group of friends. Highly recommended for anyone wanting something a little different!"

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Sarah W.

“Banaue Rice Terraces”

"A completely different and truly authentic experience. The Banaue Rice Terraces are breathtaking — a landscape that feels like another world. The journey there is long and the roads can be rough, which is why I'm knocking off a star, but it's 100% worth it. The local culture and food were the highlights. Perfect if you want to see the traditional side of the country."

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Sarah M.

“Grand Palawan Expedition — 10 Days”

I have traveled to over thirty countries, and I was not prepared for what Palawan did to me. The lagoons at El Nido are genuinely, physically impossible-looking — limestone walls rising straight out of water so clear you can see the fish swimming twenty feet below the kayak. Memphis Tours handled every boat, every transfer, every island hop without a single hiccup. Our guide, Renz, knew the hidden coves that...

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Emma T.

“El Nido Beaches, Palawan”

"The Philippines completely blew me away. El Nido is pure paradise — crystal-clear waters, hidden lagoons, and an incredible sense of peace. We did the island-hopping tour, jumping from one bay to the next, and were absolutely speechless. The locals are so warm and friendly, they made us feel right at home. If you're after postcard-perfect beaches, this is the place. I'd go back in a heartbeat!&...

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Jake R.

“Diving in Cebu & Swimming with Whale Sharks”

"I came looking for adventure and I found it. Swimming alongside the whale sharks in Oslob was an experience I'll never forget. We also went diving in Moalboal and witnessed the famous 'sardine run' — millions of sardines moving in perfect sync. Everything was really well organized and surprisingly affordable. The Philippines is an absolute dream for ocean lovers."

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Dany Pierre

“Thanks to everyone!”

The Philippines is even more beautiful than we imagined, and Memphis Tours made it effortless to experience. Excellent guides, seamless transfers, and unforgettable island adventures made this a trip to remember.

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Mona

“Great experience!”

Our trip through the Philippines with Memphis Tours was flawlessly organized, from island-hopping in El Nido to exploring the Chocolate Hills and Intramuros. Every transfer was seamless, our guide was exceptional, and the personalized Philippines Tour Packages let us experience the very best of this incredible archipelago without any stress.

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Chris Davis

“Great travel agency!”

From the moment we landed until our departure, Memphis Tours handled everything professionally. The Philippines was spectacular!

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Eric Forney

“Highly reccomended!”

Our Philippines tour exceeded every expectation. From Palawan's crystal-clear lagoons to the historic streets of Manila, every day was unforgettable.

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