| Tour | Bike |
|---|---|
| Type | Guided |
| Skill | Difficult |
| Length | 13 days |
| From | $3965 Rates |
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Tour Dates
2018 Dates
February 25, April 8, September 9, September 30, and November 18, 2018
Day-To-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Cebu at Mactan International Airport
Day 2: Cebu City – Loboc, 24 mi. (39 km)
Day 3: Loboc – Carmen – Sierra Bullones, 41 mi. (66 km)
Day 4: Sierra Bullones – Anda, 37 mi. (59 km)
Day 5: Anda Rest Day
Day 6: Anda – Dimiao, 43 mi. (69 km)
Day 7: Dimiao – Panglao, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 8: Panglao - Siquijor, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 9: Siquijor Coastal Loop, 37.5 mi. (75 km)
Day 10: Siquijor Highlands Loop, 31 mi. (50 km)
Day 11: Siquijor – Moalboal, 39 mi. (63 km)
Day 12: Moalboal – Cebu, 30 mi. (49 km)
Day 13: Departure from Cebu
*In remote destinations abnormal conditions can prevail at any time, and all adventurous holidays can therefore be subject to unexpected change.
Day 1: Arrival in Cebu at Mactan International Airport
Upon arrival, there is a transfer included from the airport to the hotel. In the evening, there will be a introductory meeting and dinner during which you will learn about the tour and meet your fellow cyclists. (D)
Day 2: Cebu City – Loboc, 24 mi. (39 km)
In the early morning, a ferry transfer will transport the group to Tagbilaran, the capital of Bohol. After having lunch, the cycling itinerary leads through small villages, past a small lake, and terraced rice paddys, first on a dirt road and then to a paved road to the Tarsier Sanctuary. After learning about these unique nocturnal creatures and hopefully sighting one or two, you are back on the bike for a fabulous winding ride down to the picturesque Loboc River and the overnight in Loboc River Resort. (B, L, D)
Day 3: Loboc – Carmen – Sierra Bullones, (66 km)
This morning begins early as there is a hill to conquer! Cycle past the man-made Mahogany forest, enjoying two kilometers of shade under the tall trees before cycling through rice fields and small villages. Take a break and enjoy a visit a butterfly garden. Continue on to the world famous Chocolate Hills. A short but steep climb takes us to the top of a hill that has been made into a viewpoint. Here you'll park the bikes and take in the views of these unique formations. After lunch, continue riding on to Sierra Bullones and cycle uphill through scenic rice terraces still worked by water buffaloes. (B, L, D)
Day 4: Sierra Bullones – Anda, 37 mi. (59 km)
The day begins with a 6 km climb. The surrounding scenery of terraced rice fields make the climb worthwhile so stop for photos and take a breather! After reaching the top, it's downhill for 20 km. Breathtaking views are guaranteed as you cycle past villages on your way to the coastal town of Jagna. Then follow the coast to the provincial town of Anda and the beachside resort where you will spend the night. (B, L, D)
Day 5: Anda Rest Day
The riding today offers up spectacular views of the blue sea and the green volcanoes wrapped in white clouds. Frequent stops are scheduled along the way to cool off at the various cold water springs and visit the sunken cemetery. You will pass lots of villages, beautiful old wooden houses, and lots of photo opportunities. Overnight again at the Action Gecko Resort. (B, D)
Day 6: Anda – Dimiao, 43 mi. (69 km)
Today cycle through rural Bohol, seeing rice fields to your left and right as you cycle through the town of Alicia, named after the wife of former president Elpidio Quirino. After 50 kilometers, you will have a 1 hour vehicle transfer to the town of Bilar and then get back on the bikes to cycle to Inambacan Falls. Here you can dip in the crystal clear pools. The day ends with a 6 km cruise down to your beachside resort. (B, L, D)
Day 7: Dimiao – Panglao, 31 mi. (50 km)
Another day of great coastal riding. In Loay, a small town, you visit an ancestral house and try "corn" coffee and "tablea" chocolate harvested in the Philippines. We'll stop in the town of Baclayon and take a look at the stone church, considered one of the oldest in the Philippines. We then continue riding to Panglao Island where you have lunch at the "organic" bee farm. The day ends at yet another stunning beach, this one is known for its white sand. (B, L, D)
Day 8: Panglao - Siquijor, 31 mi. (50 km)
After a transfer to Tagbilaran, the group takes the 9:45 am ferry to Siquijor. This island has a reputation as a place of magic and sorcery, however, it is now more famous for its healers that perform rituals where incantations are sung and potions of herbs, roots, insects and tree barks are concocted. From the ferry, it is only a 15 km ride to the hotel. The choice is yours, to relax at the beach or continue cycling another 18 km to Cambugahay Falls, a cascading multi-tiered waterfall, with fresh, clean water from natural springs forming numerous natural swimming lagoons. After a refreshing dip, it is back to the Coco Grove Resort for the overnight. (B, L, D)
Day 9: Siquijor Coastal Loop, 37.5 mi. (75 km)
Today you circumnavigate the mystical island on the coastal road, stopping along the way to visit Cang-Isok house, which dates back to the mid 1800s and is the oldest house in Siquijor, the St. Isidore Convent, known as the biggest convent in the whole of Asia and Capilay Spring Park a natural spring. On the ride, you will meet manylocals working on their fishing nets or boats, reminding us how important the sea is to island life. (B, L, D)
Day 10: Siquijor Highlands Loop, 31 mi. (50 km)
The route today is the Siquijor's “Highlands” which will entail some serious climbs as you visit the heart of this mysterious island. Upon arrival at Mount Bandilaan National Park, a spectacular downhill awaits. Near the coast, there will be a break at the refreshing Cambugahay Waterfalls for a dip. You can ride or be tranferred back to the resort. Your choice! There's also the option to visit nearby Apo island, a marine sanctuary for diving or snorkeling. (B, L, D)
Day 11: Siquijor – Moalboal, 39 mi. (63 km)
Today you will visit three islands and two boats! A ferry will transfer to Dumaguete on Negros island, followed by approximately 20 km of cycling before another short ferry ride across the Tañon Strait, known for whale and dolphin watching. Upon landing on Cebu, an amazing coastal ride brings you all the way to Moalboal. Overnight this evening in Club Serena Resort. (B, L, D)
Day 12: Moalboal – Cebu, 30 mi. (49 km)
The narrow but hilly Cebu Island is crossed today to arrive to Carcar City, where the support vehicle will provide transfer to Cebu. In the evening you will visit TOPS, the famous viewpoint of Cebu with its amazing views over the city. It's time then for the farewell dinner to celebrate and reminisce about all you have seen and done on the tour. Overnight at the Parklane Hotel. (B, L, D )
Day 13: Departure from Cebu
Transfer to Mactan International Airport (B)
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