Travel Diary: 3 Nights and 4 Days in Cebu

Enjoying Mactan's Sea and Night Market Strolls at The Reef Resort. 🗓️ 3 Nights and 4 Days Itinerary Day 1 – Arrival & Resort Check-in • Morning: Arrive at Cebu Airport → 20-minute taxi ride (₱300–400) → Early arrival possible before official check-in time (3:00 PM) at The Reef Resort. • Afternoon: Relaxation and snorkeling at the resort's pool and private beach. • Evening: Visit Mercato de Mactan (after 6 PM) – Enjoy a variety of local night market food and drinks. Day 2 – Mactan Island Tour • Morning: Resort breakfast followed by light water activities (kayaking, paddleboarding, etc.). • Late morning to lunch: Island hopping tour (Hilutungan, Nalusuan, etc.). • Afternoon: Relaxation at the resort's spa or pool. • Evening: Dinner at the resort's restaurant or revisit the night market (Mercato, if visiting on Tuesday–Sunday). Day 3 – Cebu City Day Tour & Night Market • Morning: Check out and transfer to the city (30–40 minutes by car). • Late morning: Tour historical landmarks such as Magellan’s Cross, Basilica del Santo Niño, Plaza Sugbo, and Museo Sugbo. • Lunch: Experience traditional food near Carbon Market. • Afternoon: Visit Museo Sugbo or return to the resort for relaxation. • Evening: Visit Sugbo Mercado – Enjoy Cebu's night market. Day 4 – Wrap-up & Departure • Morning: Resort breakfast and check-out (noon). • Late morning: Leisure time at the resort's pool and beach. • Noon to afternoon: Transfer to the airport and prepare for departure. ⸻ ✅ Tips & Notes • Weather: Dry season (December–May) is recommended for visiting Mactan; rainy season starts in June, so check the weather on the day. • Transportation: Taxis and Grab are convenient; consider traffic when traveling within Cebu City. • Night Markets: Mercato de Mactan is located in Mactan, while Sugbo Mercado is in Cebu City's IT Park. Plan your itinerary accordingly. • Operating Days: Mercato (Tuesday–Sunday), Sugbo Mercado (Thursday–Sunday) – Adjust your schedule accordingly.