Philippines travel guide
The cost of a Philippines trip depends on how many islands you visit, how you travel between them, and the season. Budget stays and street food can be affordable, while island transfers, domestic flights and resorts raise costs. Prices are highest from December to February. Our packages are land-only, so flights are extra.
Facts checked 3 Nov 2026
The Philippines is generally a mid-range destination for Indian travellers. Costs depend on how many islands you visit, how you travel between them and when you go. Our research does not give current price levels for hotels, transfers or activities, so this guide explains what drives the cost rather than quoting figures. Ask for a written quote that lists each inclusion.
Budget stays and street food can be affordable in the Philippines. Mid-range trips rely on comfort-category hotels, as in our packages. Island travel adds cost, because transfers between islands use domestic flights or ferries, and schedules can change. Plan one or two bases to keep costs more predictable.
Our packages are land-only. They include hotel nights on twin sharing, transfers and sightseeing as set out in the itinerary, and visa assistance. Flights to and from the Philippines and any domestic flights are not included. Entry fees and activities not in the itinerary are extra. Our two packages are Palawan El Nido 5N and Philippines Islands 6N.
This guide is compiled from published tourism, weather and transport information and was last checked on 2 November 2026. We do not quote price levels, because our research does not give them. Your planner can give you a current quote for your dates.
Read the Philippines travel guide for the full overview, then see places to visit, best time to visit, things to do and how to reach the Philippines. You can also compare our Philippines tour packages.
Ready-made trips
El Nido 5N
Cebu 3N · Bohol 3N
*Approximate price per person, excl. GST. Contact us for exact pricing.
Packages cover stays, transfers, sightseeing and meals as listed. Flights are not included. Prices are per person, excl. GST.
FAQs
Short answers to what travellers ask about Philippines.
It is generally a mid-range destination. Budget stays and street food can be affordable. Island transfers, domestic flights and resort areas raise costs, so the number of islands you visit matters most. Ask your planner for a quote that matches your islands and dates.
Prices are lowest outside peak season. They are highest from December to February, especially around holidays. Travelling outside those months can reduce the cost, but check the weather, because June to October is wetter.
The main drivers are the number of islands, domestic flights between them, resort areas and peak-season dates. Activities such as diving and special visits are extra. Keeping to one or two regions usually keeps costs more predictable.
No. Our packages are land-only. Flights to and from the Philippines and any domestic flights are booked separately. Your planner can suggest timings from your departure city.
Transfers and sightseeing are included as set out in your itinerary. Check with your planner whether the transfer between islands, such as Cebu to Bohol, and any domestic flight are part of your quote.
Not unless your itinerary lists them. Entry fees and activities not in the itinerary are extra. Ask your planner which sights and activities are covered before you book.
Our packages include visa assistance, but visa fees, if any apply, are not included. Our research does not give visa fees, so check the official government source for the current charge.
Ask for a written quote that lists each inclusion. Check the number of nights and islands, the transfers, the price per person on twin sharing, and whether GST is included. Compare what is excluded, such as flights, entry fees and insurance, as well.
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