Luzon, Philippines Cruise from Manila to Keelung — 10 Days

Manila, Philippines

Manila asks you to look beyond its traffic and modern skyline. Inside Intramuros, Spanish-era walls enclose stone churches, leafy courtyards and Fort Santiago, where Philippine history feels close at hand. Nearby, the National Museum complex displays Filipino art and heritage. Make time for a meal of adobo or fresh seafood, then watch sunset over Manila Bay. This is a port best explored with a clear plan—and room for discovery.

Corregidor Island Philippines (Scenic Stop)

Hundred Islands Philippines (Scenic Stop)

Sibuyan Island Philippines (Scenic Stop)

Currimao, Philippines

Currimao is a small coastal town in Ilocos Norte, where the South China Sea sets the pace. Step ashore for a quieter side of northern Luzon, with fishing boats, open shoreline and broad skies. Nearby, Paoay Church, part of a UNESCO World Heritage site, and Laoag offer rewarding excursions inland. Come for the coast; stay curious about Ilocano food, history and the region’s distinctive landscapes.

Claveria (Ask Travel Agent)

Batan Island Philippines (Scenic Stop)

Kaohsiung, Taiwan

Kaohsiung is Taiwan’s southern gateway, a working harbor city with an easy route to temples, markets, and contemporary art. Ride the light rail to Pier-2 Art Center, where converted warehouses hold galleries, design shops, and cafés beside the water. At Lotus Pond, dragon-and-tiger pagodas frame a vivid lakeside walk; further east, Fo Guang Shan offers a contemplative visit. Return downtown for beef noodles or seafood, then watch the harbor lights from the Love River.

At Sea (At Sea)

Keelung, Taiwan

Keelung is Taiwan’s northern gateway, a busy harbor city with an easy rail connection to Taipei. Taipei’s museums, temples and shopping districts make a rewarding day ashore; Keelung offers local life closer to port. At Miaokou Night Market, sample seafood and Taiwanese snacks beneath the lantern signs. Heping Island Geopark offers wave-shaped rocks and broad coastal views.