Your day begins with a hotel pick-up and a scenic journey to Sohoton Cave. Upon arrival, you will explore the beautiful Sohoton Cave area, where you can experience a relaxing river cruise surrounded by lush landscapes and impressive limestone formations. This part of the tour allows you to enjoy the natural beauty of the cave and its peaceful waterways.
After the cave exploration, guests will have the opportunity to enjoy lunch before continuing the trip. The journey then proceeds to Tacloban City for an informative and memorable city tour that highlights some of the area's most important landmarks and cultural sites.
During the Tacloban City tour, you will visit several well-known destinations including the historic MacArthur Landing Memorial National Park, which commemorates General Douglas MacArthur’s return to the Philippines during World War II. The tour also includes a stop at the iconic San Juanico Bridge, the longest bridge in the Philippines spanning the San Juanico Strait and connecting the islands of Leyte and Samar.
Guests will also pass by the New Leyte Provincial Capitol and the Tacloban City Hall, which showcase the region’s government centers. The itinerary continues with a visit to the historic Santo Niño Shrine and Heritage Museum, a former presidential rest house turned museum that displays impressive architecture and historical artifacts.
The tour also includes a viewing of the well-known Yolanda Boat, a powerful reminder of the devastation caused by Typhoon Haiyan, as well as a stop at the Tacloban City Convention Center (Astrodome) for site viewing. Guests will then visit the historic Palo Metropolitan Cathedral, an important religious landmark that has played a significant role in the region’s history.
Before the tour concludes, there will be time to visit the Leyte Pasalubong Center where guests can shop for local delicacies and souvenirs to bring home. After the city tour, guests will be comfortably dropped off at the airport or back at their hotel, marking the end of a memorable day exploring the natural beauty and historical highlights of Leyte and Tacloban.
