Melissa Joy N. Baltar2TOU01

A detailed itinerary trip to Cebu - Bohol1. HOW TO GET THERE- Via plane: If you come via Manila, you'll probably want to take a connecting flight to Tagbilaran. Cebu Pacific Air using Airbus A319 has two flights daily, Philippine Airlines using Airbus A320 has three flights daily, Zest Airways using Airbus A320 has one flight daily plus an additional flight every Tue/Wed/Sat.

-Via boat: It is also possible to take a boat to Bohol, but it is only advisable if you have plenty of time at hand and enjoy a trip on sea, or have to travel on a rock-bottom budget or with a lot of luggage. Currently, there are numerous daily flights from Manila to Tagbilaran.

-From Cebu: The most economical way to get from Cebu to Tagbilaran by boat is to catch a ferry to Tubigon, and continue by bus from Tubigon to Tagbilaran. This is sometimes both faster and cheaper than taking a boat directly to Tagbilaran.

2. ETD & ETAManila to Cebu (by plane) 1 hour (by boat) 25 hours

Cebu to Bohol (by boat) 2 hours

3. ITEMIZED EXPENSES(INCLUSIONS)Roundtrip airline (Philippine Airlines)Roundtrip transfers (bus/mini bus)2 buffet breakfast and 1 breakfast on board2 buffet dinner (1 hotel/ 1 resort)3 buffet lunch ( 1 wang shang lo, 1 loboc river, 1 resort)Ocean Jen Open Air Accommodation Ferry Cebu-Tagbilaran-CebuCebu TourSky DiveBohol TourService of local tour guideOne representative from Concierge travelTerminal fee from ManilaEntrance feesBanner(EXCLUSIONS)Terminal fees from Cebu (php200)Group travel Insurance

4. ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEALSHotels: Cebu-Crown Regency Bohol-Panglao Island Nature Resort

Meals: 2 buffet breakfast and 1 breakfast on board 2 buffet dinner (1 hotel/ 1 resort) 3 buffet lunch ( 1 wang shang lo, 1 loboc river, 1 resort)

5. DESTINATIONS TO BE VISITED Cebu Heritage- The tour begins at the Independence Park, an old Spanish settlement, and a fort that symbolizes Spain's military presence and conquest - Fort San Pedro. From here, take a "calesa" (horse drawn carriage) ride to Plaza Sugbu fronting the Cebu City Hall.Continue the tour on foot around "Old Cebu," visiting the Magellan's Cross - planted by Ferdinand Magellan in 1521, the Basilica Minore of the Child Jesus and Museum, the Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral - the seat of the Archdiocese of Cebu; and the Museum of Sacred Treasures.

Taoist Temple- Cebu Taoist Temple is located in Beverly Hills Subdivision in Cebu City, Philippines. The temple was built by Cebu's substantial Chinese community. With an elevation of 300 meters above sea level, the temple is a towering, multi-tiered, multi-hued attraction accessible by three separate winding routes.

Casa Gorordo Museum- The Casa Gorordo Museum was originally a two-storey house built in the mid-19th century in the historic Parian district of Cebu City. During the Spanish colonial era, the Parian district was the most prestigious section of the city and home to its most prominent families. Basilica de Santo Nio- It is the oldest Roman Catholic church established in the country, purportedly built on the spot where the image of the Santo Nio de Ceb, a statue depicting the Holy Child Jesus was found in 1565 by Spanish explorers led by Miguel Lopez de Legazpi.

Magellans Cross- This cross is housed in a chapel next to the Basilica Minore del Santo Nio on Magallanes Street (Magallanes being the Spanish name of Magellan), just in front of the city center of Cebu City. Fort San Pedro- Fuerza de San Pedro is a military defence structure, built by Spanish and indigenous Cebuano labourers under the command of Spanish conquistador, Miguel Lpez de Legazpi and the Spanish Government in Cebu. It is located in the area now called Plaza Indepedencia, in the Pier Area of Cebu City, Philippines. San Carlos Museum- The San Carlos Museum in San Carlos University displays different archeological finds, such as artifacts of the first settlers in the area which are the Lamchin Indians , ethnic art, botanical and zoological specimens. Bohol Countryside Tour- The Bohol Countryside Tour takes you on a memorable and fun-filled trip to Bohol's tourist attractions such as the world-renowned Chocolate Hills. Visit historical and cultural landmarks like the Blood Compact Shrine and Baclayon Church, then go sightseeing at the Chocolate Hills and Man Made Forest. Spend some relaxing time with the enchanting Loboc River Cruise. Also meet the cute tarsiers, the world's smallest primates.

Blood Compact Site- Blood Compact Site is located in Barangay Bool, Tagbilaran City, Bohol, Philippines. This particular site was made in honor of a very important event in the Philippine history done between Miguel Lopez de Legazpi of Spain and Rajah Sikatuna of Bohol.

Baclayon Church- Baclayon is known for its historic Catholic Church, declared as a National Historic Treasure in 1995 because it is considered the best preserved of its kind in the region. Its first structure was built in 1595, but the current building is from 1724 and has a Spanish Colonial architecture.

Tarsier Sanctuary- The Tarsier Sanctuary is a sprawling 134 hectares of forested land. The Tarsier Sanctuary is in the midst of the towns of Sicatuna and Corella in Bohol, Philippines.

Man-Made Forest- The Bohol Forest is a man-made mahogany forest stretching in a two-kilometer stretch of densely planted Mahogany trees located in the border of Loboc and Bilar towns. Chocolate Hills- The Chocolate Hills is a geological formation in Bohol Province, Philippines. There are at least 1,260 hills but there may be as many as 1,776 hills spread over an area of more than 50 square kilometres.6. FAMOUS CUISINE/S AND FOOD STUFF OF THE PLACE/SCEBU

Otap- An oval-shaped puff pastry. The surface of the Otap looks very crumpled and is sprinkled with sugar that has somewhat hardened on the top. The crumpled look of the Otap is what makes it very fragile and easily to break into bits of pieces when you bite it. This sugar-sprinkled biscuit is something light and not too sweet that you can consume a couple of pieces to satisfy your hunger.

Dried Mango- Considered as the best nutritious and convenient snack around the world. Very convenient, that made Cebu City more popular because of distributing the finiest dried mangoes around the globe. This ripe, sun dried mangoes is good for snacks and desserts. It has a chewy consistency that makes its taste linger in your mouth.

Ampao- This delicacy is famous in Carcar City, Cebu and is the local version of rice crispies bind by sugar syrup and are formed in thick bars.

Rosquillos- The cookies are circular in shape with flower-like edges and a ring shaped hole in the center.Very light yet sweet and fun to eat. Kids would surely enjoy eating this.

Danggit- It is a salted dried fish that is best paired with hot rice and dipped in vinegar. This should be deep fried to achieve that crispiness.BOHOL

Broa- A cookie, native from Baclayon, soft in texture that literally melts in your mouth once you take a bite. It is light and crisp, perfect for snacks with milk, coffee or hot chocolate. It is also recommended in making Mango Refrigerator Cake.

Biko- A famous Filipino recipe and can be seen in almost all Filipino celebrations. It is made of glutinous rice, coconut milk, sugar (latik).

Calamay- This is one of the must-try treats when visiting Bohol. Though calamay is known across that country (with other names), nothing beats the Calamay from Jagna, enclosed in a coconut shell and sealed with a red band. It is a concoction of glutinous rice, sugar, coconut milk and some peanuts.

Peanut Kisses- This is a signature Boholano recipe and only here you can find cookies shaped like a miniature Chocolate Hills (the famous attraction of Bohol) or Hershey Kisses. It is basically made of high-quality peanuts and eggs, baked crisp to bring that nutty crunch in every bite. Every department stores and souvenir shops have displays of these delicious pasalubongs. Torta- Merienda time is torta time. In Bohol you can taste one of the best-tasting tortas in the country. Torta means cake in Spanish. It is soft, fluffy, moist and easy to swallow.7. OTHER TOURISM PRODUCTSCEBU Hand-crafted guitars- cebu hand-crafted guitars courtesy of DOST. The 6-string is mostly the most used instrument among all other musical instruments. I can say this since most people that I know knows how to play it well. And when it comes to guitars, the island of Cebu is not stranger. Tuba- Tuba or coconut wine, has been in the lives of many Filipinos, and that includes Cebuanos, for a long-time now. Today, we have indulged ourselves in the internationally acclaimed liquors like gins, vodkas, rhums and the popular beer. This, however, depends if one can stomach such liquid into going all-out overnight. Wood Carvings- There are also many religious carvings and larger pieces that are either life size sculptures or items of furniture made form a single piece of wood.The type of wood is a big determining factor in the cost of a wood carving. There are many types of wood with the most expensive being Kamagong (also known as Ebony or Black Ivory).BOHOL Bohols hand-made products include bags, decors, house accessories, floor mats, fashion accessories, hats, baskets and other materials. Souvenir items are also available for those who want to own something memorable that would remind them of the province of Bohol. There are t-shirts about Bohol, keychains and many more.8. CULTURECEBUCebu City is a significant cultural centre in the Philippines. The imprint of Spanish and Roman Catholic culture is evident. The city's most famous landmark is Magellan's Cross. This cross, now housed in a chapel, is reputed to have been planted by Ferdinand Magellan (Ferno Magalhes) when he arrived in the Philippines in 1521. It was encased in hollow tindalo wood in 1835 upon the order of the Augustinian Bishop Santos Gmez Maraon to prevent devotees from taking it home chip by chip. The same bishop restored the present template or kiosk, located at the present Magallanes street between the City Hall and Colegio del Santo Nio. Revered by Filipinos, the Magellan's Cross is a symbol of Christianity in the Philippines.A few steps away from the Magellan's Cross is the Basilica Minore del Santo Nio (Church of the Holy Child). This is an Augustinian church elevated to the rank of Basilica in 1965 during the 400th year celebrations of Christianity in the Philippines, held in Cebu. The church, which was the first to be established in the islands, is built of hewn stone and features the country's oldest relic, the figure of the Santo Nio de Ceb (Holy Child of Cebu). This religious event is celebrated during the island's cultural festivities known as the Sinulog festival.

SINULOG FESTIVAL- The Sinulog is an annual festival held on the third Sunday of January in Cebu City, Maasin City, Southern Leyte, Philippines and Balingasag, Misamis Oriental[1] The festival commemorates the Filipino people's pagan origin, and their acceptance of Roman Catholicism.

KABAYO FESTIVAL- Organized by the Cebu Equine Owners, Breeders and Sportsmen Association (CEOBSA), the Kabayo festival is supported by the DOT. The festival promotes sports tourism, ecotourism and agri-industrial tourism awareness in the country. The highlights include the parade of horses, horse racing competition and the best decorated "tartanillas" or horse drawn carriages and features a bazaar and flea market.

KADAGUAN SA MACTAN-Literally translated into Victory in Mactan, this one-day celebration on April 27 features a one-day re-enactment of the historic Battle of Mactan, when forces of Cebuano chieftain Lapulapu defeated the far more technologically advanced troops of Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan.

BOHOL

The Boholano culture is much like the culture of the Philippines. It is based on the majority population of Austronesian or Malayo-Polynesian people on the island. There are influences from indigenous Melanesian people such as the Eskaya tribe, and from the colonizing Spanish and trade with Mexico. There is also influence in the culture from China and other Asian countries.The echoes of history resound in Bohol. Bohol is also a land of history, a land of heroes. The Blood Compact between Miguel Lopez de Legazpi and Datu Sikatuna, the Longest Revolt against Spanish Colonialism led by Francisco Dagohoy these are just but two important historical chapters in Philippine history, contributing to the shaping of Filipino nationhood through the courage, patriotism, creativity, sense of brotherhood, and commitment of our Boholano heroes and statesmen.

PANDAYAN FESTIVAL- The Pandayan Festival is held at Barangay Lonoy, Jagna to celebrate the canonical erection or the parochial anniversary of St. Joseph the Worker Parish. All eight upland barangays of Jagna which is under the parochial jurisdiction of the Parish participates in the activities. Activities include a nine-day novena in honor of the patron saint, a procession of the image of St. Joseph the Worker, Carpentry and Handicrafts Fair, an inter - barangay basketball tournament and last but not least, the street dancing competition.

Sambat Mascara y Regatta Festival (1st Saturday of December).The festival is celebrated in honor of Loay town's second patron, St. Francis Xavier. Colorful activities are lined up, like the agro-industrial fair, group masked street dancing, drum and bugle competition, boat racing along the river, and many more. The event is highlighted by a fluvial parade of the image along the river.

The Sandugo Festival is an annual historical celebration that takes place every year in Tagbilaran City on the island of Bohol in the Philippines. This festival commemorates the Treaty of Friendship between Datu Sikatuna, a chieftain in Bohol, and Spanish conquistador Miguel Lpez de Legazpi. This 16th-century peace treaty occurred on March 16, 1565 through a blood compact or "sandugo".

9. MORE INFORMATIONCebu is the hub around which the Visayas revolves. It is the most densely populated island in thePhilippinesand is second only to Luzon in its strategic and economic importance to the country. Its language, Cebuano, is widely spoken throughout the Visayas and parts ofMindanao, and its capital,Cebu City, is a magnet for migrants from all over the region.

Heavily developed, particularly on its eastern coast, Cebu has a long, bare backbone of a central mountain range that has confined most of the population to the coastal fringe. Mining and logging have taken their toll on the forests, though with the right guide there are still a few opportunities for exploring mountains, caves and waterfalls.The beaches at the northern tip of the island and on its southwest coast have the whitest sand and the most spectacular diving. To the north, the idyllic offshore islands of Bantayan and Malapascua are steadily increasingly in popularity, and deservedly so. To the south, Moalboal's Panagsama Beach packs a concentrated dose of dive centres and budget hedonism.Mactan Island, a short drive from Cebu City, may be little more than an overdeveloped mudflat, but divers and bird-watchers still flock to Olango, a reef-ringed outcrop just off its eastern coast.Cebu City has the nation's busiest port and its second-busiest airport, and is the gateway to the Visayas. If you happen to be travelling from Asia, it's an attractive alternative to entering the country at Manila.

BOHOL- In most tourism brochures a bug-eyed tarsier clinging to a tree superimposed on a background of the Chocolate Hills is shorthand for the island of Bohol; it seems white sandy beaches are too common to warrant inclusion. While this distinctive pairing draws the domestic crowds, it's the lush jungle interior, rice terraces and offshore islands, most prominently Panglao Island and its great diving, which truly captures the imagination of travellers; a tour of the towns will reveal some of the country's best examples of colonial Spanish churches, many of which are made from coral stone. Bohol is also known for its ube or ubi (yams), the bright-purple sweet potatoes that give halu-hal (various fruit and vegetable preserves served in shaved ice and milk), the national dessert, its distinctive colour and flavour.