Bohol Itinerary, Philippines

Bohol Vacation Checklist

Bohol is one of the provinces in the Philippines, located in the Central Visayas region. All the tourist sites are accessible by tricycle/jeepney and van. Hiring a van for a one-day city tour is a smart choice; if you consider the time and travel going to different places you can save ample time to get to these places. Let's go!

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Travel Tips

If you're still looking for plane tickets check out Skyscanner, it's a great platform that our family used to compare flight tickets and we always get the best deals there.

Places To Stay Around Bohol

Our family trusts booking.com when it comes to hotels with great deals. Try to find accommodation in the city center as that will save you time traveling and makes the most of your vacation days.

Advantages: Hired Van

-Time Management for travelers who have a few days' stay.

-A number one choice for groups and partners who like a hassle-free city tour.

-Slight difference in expenses but worth the saved time and security as well.

-All tourist spots will be visited as long as you're not too obsessed with taking too many pictures.

- I recommend for your first day book a day tour, a pick-up transfer from the ferry terminal or from the airport to different tourist spots. Then on the next day, you can plan your next move, or at least give yourself a day to familiarize the place before going on your own tour.

Advantages: Going on your own 

- Great for Solo travelers or just Backpacking in Bohol.

- It wouldn't be fun if you didn't get lost. To avoid such read blogs ahead of time and research for possible routes and fares.

- Time-consuming yet you'll never know what's in store for you. Great for people who have a sense of Adventure and keep a positive vibe all day long.

- Meet different kinds of people along the way and definitely, you're bidding skills will be put to the test.

-Choose what you like to visit, bear in mind that time management is important to meet your checklist and the number one thing let lose you're on a vacation! Smile, laugh, and enjoy every step of the way.

How to get there: 

( by air or by sea ) Updated 2019

By Air

For Locals: Book a domestic flight bound for Bohol. There are direct flights to Bohol from most parts of the country. 

For foreigners: Some airlines offer direct flights to the province. If you can't find a flight to Bohol, stopover at Cebu (Mactan-Cebu International Airport) then book your domestic flight to Bohol. 

Another alternative if you want to save some money, you can take a ferry from Cebu to Bohol.

From the Mactan-Cebu International Airport:

You can take a cab going to Pier 1, Cebu Pier Area.  The estimated fare is 250 PHP – 350 PHP, depending on traffic.  

Alternatively, if you're familiar with Uber and/or Lyft, then you can download and use the mobile app, Grab, to book your transportation. 

If you have luggage have your cab enter the ferry terminal for a fee of 10 PHP. Take note the ticketing office is outside the ferry terminal gates.

By Sea

I personally trust Oceanjet and Supercat ferry operators. Both have daily trips.
There are two ports: Tagbilaran Port and Tubigon Port. Save your worries and take the Tagbilaran Port.

Option 1. Ferry from Cebu Pier to Tagbilaran Port: ( Tagbilaran is the capital city of Bohol )
Boat Fare: 500 PHP - 1,200 PHP
Travel time: 2- 3 hours

Option 2.Ferry from Cebu Pier to Tubigon Port:

Boat Fare: 200 PHP - 300 PHP
Travel time: 2 - 3 hours
From Tubigon Port to TagbilaranCity by Van: 90 PHP - 120 PHP
Travel time: 1 hour

Terminal Fee: 25 PHP

Prices may have changed.  Please check the ferry operators for more information.

From Tagbilaran Port: 

Book ahead of time for city tours. 

Van tours: 2,500 PHP - 3,500 PHP

Pre-arranged pick-up transfer from your resort/hotel or take a tricycle. Tricycle fare: 30 PHP -100 PHP

Take a cab or van if you're going straight from Tagbilaran Port to Panglao Island

Cab fare: 300 PHP - 1,000 PHP

Tricycle fare: 250 PHP - 350 PHP

Motorcycle fare: 150 PHP - 250 PHP

Travel time: 20 minutes - 45 minutes

Tips

- Power outlets: are commonly type A, with standard voltage 220 V and frequency 60 Hz.  Be sure to bring a universal plug adapter!

- Money matters:  We recommend getting your currency exchanged via Western Union (WU) since you'll get a better rate than at the airport.  You can send your travel budget to yourself and pick up the exchanged amount at the local WU.

- Convenient phone apps:  Grab for transportation.

Survival Terms

- CR is the term for the toilet

- Salamat means "thank you"

3 days itinerary in Bohol

First Day

We had the hired van as we're traveling in a group and just visiting Bohol for a short time. Rate: 2,500 PHP for 5 people. We shouldered all the Entrance Fees for the tour.

Bohol Tourist Spots: Entrance Fee:

• Chocolate Hills, Carmen, Entrance Fee: 50 PHP

• Man-Made Forest, Bilar, Entrance Fee: Free

• Tarsier Encounter, Entrance Fee: 50 PHP

• Butterfly Conservation Center, Entrance Fee: 50 PHP

• River Cruise w/ Buffet Lunch and Harana, Entrance Fee: 50 + 350 (buffet)= 400 PHP

- Ati Tribe Entrance Fee: Free, but they'll appreciate tips/donations

• Baclayon Church & Museum, Baclayon, Entrance Fee: 25 Php (for the museum)

• Blood Compact Site, Tagbilaran City, Entrance Fee: Free

• Python Sanctuary, Albur, Entrance Fee: 10 PHP
• Panglao Island - Dumaluan Beach Resort 

• Hanging Bridge

• Sagbayan Peak

Pension House rate for an overnight stay at Tagbilaran City:

900 PHP per night, plus an additional 300 for an extra person with a mattress.

Second Day

We only had our city tour with a hired van for a day, the next day we were on our own.

Whole Day at E.A.T Danao Adventure Park

At night we went to Panglao Island

Third Day

Panglao Island - Dumaluan Beach Resort 

Chill all day long on the beach

Have fun and be safe ^__^

Planning your travel is crucial, and using a Travel Planner can make the process much easier. Whether you are planning a short weekend getaway or a long-term travel adventure, a travel planner can help you stay organized and make the most of your trip.

Do you want more adventure?

If you still have more days to spare why not go to Oslob and see the famous whale shark also known as "Butanding."

Where am I going next?
My next adventure is to the Land of Smiles and that's no other than Amazing Thailand.