Cebu is one of the most developed provinces in the Philippines. This stunning island province offers amazing white-sand beaches, gorgeous natural scenery, rich history and breathtaking natural wonders. There are many things to do and to explore in Cebu. Be it a historical and cultural tour, enjoying the beaches, a canyoneering adventure, or chasing its many waterfalls, it is definitely a must-visit paradise for fun, relaxation and adventure.
Having been to Cebu several times in the past, I must say that it's definitely a must-visit tourist destination in the Philippines. I hope this Cebu Travel Guide Blog's sample itineraries will help you plan your trip and take you to an unforgettable and memorable Cebu Adventure!
Sample Cebu Itineraries 3, 4, 5, 6 Days Tour 2024
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I've been to Cebu many times in the past, and I absolutely enjoyed my every visit. With this, let me share to you my recommended Cebu Itineraries that you could copy or follow in creating your own Cebu Itinerary. This guide covers Metro Cebu and some towns and cities in South Cebu.
3D/2N: Sample Cebu Itinerary (3 Days and 2 Nights)
Here’s a suggested itinerary that you can follow on your travel to Metro Cebu (Cebu City, Lapu-lapu and Mactan). If you have limited time, let's say just over the weekend or a long weekend, you can use this sample 3 days and 2 nights Cebu itinerary in planning your trip. Feel free to adjust it depending on the things you want to do and on the tourist spots and attractions in Cebu you want to visit. Please note that your arrival in Cebu should be in the morning or at least before lunch time to fully maximize your time. For your car rental needs, please see rates and availability here.
DAY 1: ARRIVAL + CEBU CITY TOUR PART 1
- Arrival at Cebu-Mactan International Airport (MCIA)
- Travel from MCIA to Cebu City - BOOK AIRPORT TRANSFER HERE!
- Check-in at the Hotel - SEE HOTELS & RESORTS IN CEBU HERE!
- Lunch
- Cebu City Downtown Tour
- Basilica del Sto. NiƱo
- Magellan's Cross
- Fort San Pedro
- Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral
- Skywalk Experience Adventure, Edge Coaster and Tower Zip at Crown Regency Hotel & Towers - BOOK DISCOUNTED TICKETS HERE!
- Dinner
- Back at the hotel
DAY 2: SIRAO FLOWER GARDEN, TEMPLE OF LEAH AND MORE!
- Take a photo of Cebu Provincial Capitol
- Take a look at Rizal Memorial Library and Museum
- Visit Sergio OsmeƱa Museum
- Lunch
- Visit Cebu Taoist Temple
- Enjoy Sirao Flower Gardens, Sirao Peak or Celosia Flower Farm
- Visit Temple of Leah
- Shop for pasalubong and souvenirs at Tabo-an Market
- Dinner
- Chill and relax at Mango Square
- Back at the hotel
DAY 3: CEBU CITY TOUR PART 2, MACTAN SHRINE + DEPARTURE
- Visit Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Explore Colon Street
- Visit the Jesuit House and the Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House
- Lunch
- Hotel check-out
- Proceed to Mactan
- Explore Lapu-Lapu Monument and Magellan Shrine
- Go to Mactan-Cebu International Airport - BOOK AIRPORT TRANSFER HERE!
- Dinner
- Departure
TRAVEL TIPS: For ease and convenience, you may avail a Private Cebu Half Day Tour or a Private Cebu & Mactan Twin City Tour in exploring Cebu. You may also avail a Sirao Garden and Jumalon Butterfly Sanctuary Half Day Tour that covers a visit to Sirao Flower Farm.
4D/3N: Sample Cebu Itinerary (4 Days and 3 Nights)
If you have 4 days to spend in Cebu, you may follow this sample 4 days and 3 nights Cebu itinerary in planning your trip. Feel free to modify it depending on the things you want to do and on the tourist spots and attractions in Cebu you want to visit. Also, as much as possible, schedule your flight to Cebu in morning and fly out late at night on your last day. If you prefer to rent a car in exploring Cebu, please see rates and availability here.
DAY 1: ARRIVAL + CEBU REDISCOVERY TOUR
- Arrival at Cebu-Mactan International Airport (MCIA)
- Travel from MCIA to Cebu City - BOOK AIRPORT TRANSFER HERE!
- Check-in at the Hotel - SEE HOTELS & RESORTS IN CEBU HERE!
- Lunch
- CEBU REDISCOVERY TOUR (Afternoon tour) - BOOK HERE!
- 1:00pm - hotel pick up
- Fort San Pedro
- Plaza Sugbu
- Magellan's Cross
- Santo Nino Church
- Taoist Temple
- Magallanes St.
- South Road Properties
- Osmena Blvd
- Fuente Osmena Park
- Cebu Provincial Capitol
- Asiatown IT Park & Ayala Business Park
- 5:00pm - hotel drop off
- Skywalk Experience Adventure, Edge Coaster and Tower Zip at Crown Regency Hotel & Towers - BOOK DISCOUNTED TICKETS HERE!
- Dinner
- Back at the hotel
DAY 2: MACTAN ISLAND HOPPING ADVENTURE
- If you're looking for a hassle-free and convenient Mactan Island Hopping Tour, I highly recommend that you book it with Klook for as low as ₱ 2,050 - BOOK HERE!
SAMPLE MACTAN ISLAND HOPPING ITINERARIES FROM KLOOK
- Island Hopping
- 07:50am - 09:15am - hotel pick up
- 09:15am - 09:40am - jump off point and quick briefing
- 09:40am - travel to Pandanon Island
- 10:30am - arrive at Pandanon Island for swimming, snorkeling, and beach lounging
- 12:00pm - lunch at beach hut
- 01:00pm - travel to Nalusuan Island
- 03:30pm - travel to Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary
- 4:30pm - hotel drop off
- Island - Hopping + Scuba Diving
- 07:50am - 09:15am - hotel pick up
- 09:15am - 09:40am - jump off point and quick briefing
- 09:40am - travel to Pandanon Island
- 10:30am - arrival at Pandanon Island for swimming, snorkeling, and beach lounging
- 12:00pm - lunch at beach hut
- 01:00pm - travel to Nalusuan
- 01:30pm - scuba diving at Nalusuan diving site
- 03:30pm - travel to Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary
- 04:30pm - hotel drop off
- Island Hopping + Parasailing
- 07:50am - 09:15am - hotel pick up
- 09:15am - 09:40am - jump off point and quick briefing
- 09:40am - travel to Pandanon Island
- 10:30am - arrival at Pandanon Island for swimming, snorkeling, and beach lounging
- 12:00pm - lunch at beach hut
- 01:00pm - travel to Nalusuan Island
- 03:30pm - travel to Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary
- 04:00pm - travel back to mainland and prepare for parasailing
- 04:30pm - 15 minutes parasailing ride
- 05:00pm - hotel drop off
- Island Hopping + Scuba Diving + Parasailing
- 07:50am - 09:15am - hotel pick up
- 09:15am - 9:40am - jump off point and quick briefing
- 09:40am - travel to Pandanon Island
- 10:30am - arrival at Pandanon Island for swimming, snorkeling, and beach lounging
- 12:00pm - lunch at beach hut
- 01:00pm - travel to Nalusuan Island
- 01:30pm - Scuba diving at Nalusuan diving site
- 03:30pm - travel to Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary
- 04:00pm - travel back to mainland and prepare for parasailing
- 04:30pm - 15 minutes parasailing ride
- 05:00pm - hotel drop off
- Back at the hotel
- Dinner at Larsian's
- Sleep
Another option for DAY 2 is Hilutungan, Nalusuan, and Caohagan Island Hopping Tour where you could enjoy a day of sun, idyllic white-sand beaches and beautiful blue ocean waters around Mactan Island.
- 08:45 am - meet up at Marigondon, Mactan Island
- Start of island hopping
- Hilutungan Marine Reserve
- Nalusuan Marine Sanctuary
- Caohagan Island
- Barbeque lunch on the boat
- Return to Marigondon, Mactan Island
DAY 3: SIRAO FLOWER GARDEN, TEMPLE OF LEAH AND MORE!
- Take a photo of Cebu Provincial Capitol
- Take a look at Rizal Memorial Library and Museum
- Visit Sergio OsmeƱa Museum
- Lunch
- Enjoy Sirao Flower Gardens, Sirao Peak or Celosia Flower Farm
- Visit Temple of Leah
- Shop for pasalubong and souvenirs at Tabo-an Market
- Dinner
- Chill and relax at Mango Square
- Back at the hotel
TRAVEL TIPS: For ease and convenience, you may modify this day and book a join-in tour to Sirao Garden and Jumalon Butterfly Sanctuary Half Day Tour or add Top of Cebu Private Half Day Trip in your itinerary. If you're into food, you may also consider booking a Cebu Street Half Day Food Tour for a gastronomical adventure featuring the region's local delicacies.
DAY 4: CEBU CITY TOUR PART 2, MACTAN SHRINE + DEPARTURE
- Visit Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Explore Colon Street
- Visit the Jesuit House and the Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House
- Lunch
- Hotel check-out
- Proceed to Mactan
- Explore Lapu-Lapu Monument and Magellan Shrine
- Go to Mactan-Cebu International Airport - BOOK AIRPORT TRANSFER HERE!
- Dinner
- Departure
5D/4N: Sample Cebu Itinerary (5 Days and 4 Nights)
Let's say you have 5 days to spend in Cebu, you may include in your itinerary the top tourist spots and attractions in Metro Cebu plus a Camotes Island adventure. Feel free to adjust this sample 5 days and 4 nights Cebu Itinerary depending on the things you want to do and to experience in Cebu. Also, be sure to schedule your flight to Cebu in morning and fly out late at night on your last day to fully enjoy this itinerary.
For ease and convenience, you may also consider a car rental service, please see rates and availability here.
DAY 1: ARRIVAL + CEBU REDISCOVERY TOUR
- Arrival at Cebu-Mactan International Airport (MCIA)
- Travel from MCIA to Cebu City - BOOK AIRPORT TRANSFER HERE!
- Check-in at the Hotel/Resort - SEE HOTELS & RESORTS IN CEBU HERE!
- Lunch
- CEBU REDISCOVERY TOUR (Afternoon tour) - RESERVE A SLOT HERE!
- 1:00pm - hotel pick up
- Fort San Pedro
- Plaza Sugbu
- Magellan's Cross
- Santo Nino Church
- Taoist Temple
- Magallanes St.
- South Road Properties
- Osmena Blvd
- Fuente Osmena Park Cebu Provincial Capitol
- Asiatown IT Park & Ayala Business Park
- 5:00pm - hotel drop off
- Skywalk Experience Adventure, Edge Coaster and Tower Zip at Crown Regency Hotel & Towers - BOOK DISCOUNTED TICKETS HERE!
- Dinner
- Back at the hotel
DAY 2: MACTAN ISLAND HOPPING ADVENTURE
- If you're looking for a hassle-free and convenient Mactan Island Hopping Tour, I highly recommend that you book it with Klook for as low as ₱ 2,050 - CHECK AVAILABILITY AND BOOK HERE!
SAMPLE MACTAN ISLAND HOPPING ITINERARIES FROM KLOOK
- Island Hopping
- 07:50am - 09:15am - hotel pick up
- 09:15am - 09:40am - jump off point and quick briefing
- 09:40am - travel to Pandanon Island
- 10:30am - arrive at Pandanon Island for swimming, snorkeling, and beach lounging
- 12:00pm - lunch at beach hut
- 01:00pm - travel to Nalusuan Island
- 03:30pm - travel to Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary
- 4:30pm - hotel drop off
- Island - Hopping + Scuba Diving
- 07:50am - 09:15am - hotel pick up
- 09:15am - 09:40am - jump off point and quick briefing
- 09:40am - travel to Pandanon Island
- 10:30am - arrival at Pandanon Island for swimming, snorkeling, and beach lounging
- 12:00pm - lunch at beach hut
- 01:00pm - travel to Nalusuan
- 01:30pm - scuba diving at Nalusuan diving site
- 03:30pm - travel to Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary
- 04:30pm - hotel drop off
- Island Hopping + Parasailing
- 07:50am - 09:15am - hotel pick up
- 09:15am - 09:40am - jump off point and quick briefing
- 09:40am - travel to Pandanon Island
- 10:30am - arrival at Pandanon Island for swimming, snorkeling, and beach lounging
- 12:00pm - lunch at beach hut
- 01:00pm - travel to Nalusuan Island
- 03:30pm - travel to Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary
- 04:00pm - travel back to mainland and prepare for parasailing
- 04:30pm - 15 minutes parasailing ride
- 05:00pm - hotel drop off
- Island Hopping + Scuba Diving + Parasailing
- 07:50am - 09:15am - hotel pick up
- 09:15am - 9:40am - jump off point and quick briefing
- 09:40am - travel to Pandanon Island
- 10:30am - arrival at Pandanon Island for swimming, snorkeling, and beach lounging
- 12:00pm - lunch at beach hut
- 01:00pm - travel to Nalusuan Island
- 01:30pm - Scuba diving at Nalusuan diving site
- 03:30pm - travel to Hilutungan Marine Sanctuary
- 04:00pm - travel back to mainland and prepare for parasailing
- 04:30pm - 15 minutes parasailing ride
- 05:00pm - hotel drop off
- Back at the hotel
- Dinner at Larsian's
- Sleep
Another option for DAY 2 is Hilutungan, Nalusuan, and Caohagan Island Hopping Tour where you could enjoy a day of sun, idyllic white-sand beaches and beautiful blue ocean waters around Mactan Island.
- 08:45 am - meet up at Marigondon, Mactan Island
- Start of island hopping
- Hilutungan Marine Reserve
- Nalusuan Marine Sanctuary
- Caohagan Island
- Barbeque lunch on the boat
- Return to Marigondon, Mactan Island
DAY 3: SIRAO FLOWER GARDEN, TEMPLE OF LEAH AND MORE!
- Take a photo of Cebu Provincial Capitol
- Take a look at Rizal Memorial Library and Museum
- Visit Sergio OsmeƱa Museum
- Lunch
- Enjoy Sirao Flower Gardens, Sirao Peak or Celosia Flower Farm
- Visit Temple of Leah
- Shop for pasalubong and souvenirs at Tabo-an Market
- Dinner
- Chill and relax at Mango Square
- Back at the hotel
TRAVEL TIPS: For ease and convenience, you may modify this day and book a join-in tour to Sirao Garden and Jumalon Butterfly Sanctuary Tour or add Top of Cebu Private Half Day Trip in your itinerary. If you're into food, you may also consider booking a Cebu Street Half Day Food Tour for a gastronomical adventure featuring the region's local delicacies.
DAY 4: CAMOTES ISLAND ADVENTURE
- 06:30 - 07:00am - hotel pick-up
- Enjoy an exciting island getaway with a day tour of the beautiful Camotes Islands from Cebu
- Explore the mysterious and magical natural wonders like the caves, lake, and beaches of Camotes Islands
- Admire the shimmering blue waters of the sea as you indulge in a delicious authentic Filipino cuisine lunch
- Treat yourself to a day of relaxation, fun time in the water, and an unforgettable cliff diving experience during the trip
- Back at the hotel
- Dinner
- Sleep
DAY 5: CEBU CITY TOUR PART 2, MACTAN SHRINE + DEPARTURE
- Visit Heritage of Cebu Monument
- Explore Colon Street
- Visit the Jesuit House and the Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House
- Lunch
- Hotel check-out
- Proceed to Mactan
- Explore Lapu-Lapu Monument and Magellan Shrine
- Go to Mactan-Cebu International Airport - BOOK AIRPORT TRANSFER HERE!
- Dinner
- Departure
6D/5N or MORE: Sample Cebu Itinerary (6 Days and 5 Nights or More)
If you have more time and you want to add South Cebu in your itinerary, you may add a day or even a few more days and explore the natural wonders and amazing adventures in Moalboal, Badian, Kawasan Falls, Pescador Island, or even Bohol. Here are the sample itineraries that you could add in any of the itineraries above.
Badian Canyoneering Adventure and Kawasan Waterfalls Day Tour
For Private Tours
- 05:00 am - hotel pick up
- 07:30 am - arrival in Badian
- 08:00 am - breakfast (at your own expense)
- 08:30 am - start trekking and canyoneering
- 12:00 pm - lunch at Kawasan Falls
- 12:30 pm - swim at Kawasan Falls
- 02:00 pm return to Cebu City
- 04:00 pm hotel drop off
For Join-In Tours
- 05:00 am - for guests staying in Mactan Island: Pick up at 7-Eleven Island Central Mall
- 05:45 am - for guests staying in Cebu City: Pick up at 7-Eleven General Maxilom (near Burger King and Caltex Gas Station Mango)
- 09:00 am - arrival in Badian
- 10:00 am - start of trek and canyoneering
- 01:00 pm - lunch (at your own expense) in Kawasan Falls
- 01:30 pm - swimming at Kawasan Falls
- 02:00 pm - depart for Mactan Island or Cebu City
- 05:00 pm - end of tour, drop off at Mango Square (across 7-Eleven General Maxilom)
- 06:00 pm - end of tour, drop off at Mactan Marina Mall (across 7-Eleven Island Central Mall)
Pescador Island Hopping Private Tour
- 05:00 am - hotel pick up (for guests staying at hotels located within Cebu City, Mandaue, and Lapu-Lapu only)
- 09:30 am - arrive in Moalboal
- 10:00 am - boat ride to Pescador Island
- 10:30 am - snorkeling in sardine run and swimming with sea turtles
- 12:30 pm - lunch at your own expense
- 02:30 pm - return hotel
- 05:00 pm - hotel drop off
- Note: The itinerary and timings are subject to change without prior notice due to tide and weather conditions of the day. Your guide will reconfirm your schedule.
Moalboal and Pescador Island
- 05:00am - for guests staying on Mactan Island, pick up is at Shell Select (Pajo Gas Station)
- 05:45am - for guests staying in Cebu City, pick up is at McDonald's Fuente
- 09:00am - arrive in Moalboal
- 10:00am - boat ride to Pescador Island
- 10:30am - snorkeling at sardine run and swim with sea turtles
- 12:30pm - lunch (at your own expense)
- 02:00pm - depart for Mactan Island or Cebu City
- 05:00pm - end of tour, drop off at McDonald's Fuente
- 06:00pm - end of tour, drop off at Shell Select (Pajo Gas Station)
You may also visit Bohol on a day tour from Cebu! Here is the sample itinerary.
Sightsee Bohol Day Tour from Cebu
- 07:00am - hotel pick up time
- 09:20am - ferry transfer to Tagbilaran
- 11:20am - arrive at Tagbilaran Port
- 11:45am - view famous Tarsiers
- 12:30pm - lunch at the Loboc river cruise
- 01:30pm - see the famous Chocolate Hills
- 02:30pm - sightsee at Bilar man-made forest, Butterfly Sanctuary
- 03:30pm - visit Baclayon Church & Museum and Blood Compact Monument
- 05:00pm - end of tour
- 05:30pm - return ferry back to Cebu
- 07:30pm - arrive back in Cebu, hotel drop off
AWESOME DEALS! Hotels and Resorts in Cebu (Discounted Stay Packages)
Here are some of the recommended hotels and resorts in, Cebu, Cebu City, Mactan and Lapu-lapu that you should consider for your trip to Cebu this 2024. Ideal for couples, families and group of friends, these hotels and resorts offer stay packages that comes with huge discounts, awesome deals and exclusive perks that will definitely save you a lot on travel expenses.
Please click the links below to see the full details.
- Up to 65% Discount! - Bluewater Sumilon Island Resort (see rates here!) -Two-night Deluxe Room with breakfast, 15% discount on F&B, BlueCARES Sanitation Kit & welcome Bluewater coolers. Plus 20% discount on Amuma Spa & early check-in or late check-out (subject to availability).
- Up to 75% Discount! - bai Hotel Cebu (see rates here!) -Overnight or 2 Nights Stay with complimentary breakfast and PHP 500 or PHP 1000 Food Voucher.
- Up to 40% Discount! - Seda Ayala Center Cebu (see rates here!) -One-night stay in a Deluxe Room for 2 persons, inclusive of breakfast and/or PHP 500 worth of dining credits.
- Up to 60% Discount! - Dusit Thani Mactan Cebu (see rates here!) -Overnight Stay with Daily Breakfast for 2 persons and Exclusive Perks.
- Up to 40% Discount! - Mezzo Hotel (see rates here!) -One-night stay in a Deluxe Suite Room, Deluxe Room, Superior Room, Junior Suite, Premier Suite or Barkada Room with breakfast.
- Up to 30% Discount! - Seda Central Bloc Cebu (see rates here!) -One-night stay in a Deluxe Room for 2 persons, inclusive of breakfast and/or PHP 500 worth of dining credits.
- Up to 65% Discount! - Bluewater Maribago Beach Resort (see rates here!) -2-night stay in a Deluxe Room with breakfast, 15% discount on F&B, BlueCARES Sanitation Kit & welcome Bluewater coolers. Plus 20% discount on Amuma Spa & early check-in or late check-out (subject to availability).
There you have it! You can use these sample Cebu Itineraries in planning an amazing and memorable Cebu Adventure!
If you have suggestions or recommendations on other things to do and see in Cebu, please leave a comment below.
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