Escorted Tours
Welcome to Manila, gateway to the 7,107 islands of the Philippines, the historical centre of Government and industry. The city is a delightful mix of the Old and the New, from the ancient Spanish Churches to gleaming high rise structures, quaint street stalls and modern shopping malls, historical landmarks to pulsating clubs and bars. In Manila, every corner is a discovery! Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to the hotel for check in.
After breakfast, we travel to Baguio (approx. 4 hrs). Baguio City is located 1,600 metres above sea level and nestled within the Cordillera Central Mountain Range and is considered the Summer Capital of the Philippines. Upon arrival, we proceed with a Baguio City tour. Here, we visit and take a stroll around Burnham Park, Mines View Park and Camp John Hay. We also get the chance to visit the Tam-Awan Village with its reconstructed Ifugao and Kalinga huts, Woodcarver's Village and Saint Louis Filigree Shop. Later, we visit the Museo Kordilyera, the first Ethnographic Museum in the Northern part of the Philippines. Afterwards, enjoy free time to explore the many shops and stalls in the Baguio City Market. We then transfer to the hotel for check-in. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Today, after check out we drive to Banaue (approx. 7 hrs), home to the 2,000-year-old Banaue Rice Terraces, a UNESCO World Heritage Site often called the 'Eighth Wonder of the World'. These terraces were carved into the mountains by the Ifugaos and are located approximately 1,500 meters above sea level. Upon arrival, we visit the local market before heading to the hotel for check-in. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, we explore the Batad and Banga-an Rice Terraces. We begin with a ride in a local jeepney to the Saddle, followed by a trek down to the amphitheatre shaped Batad Terraces, considered the most magnificent of the Ifugao Terraces. After visiting, we trek back to Saddle Point and head to the Bangaan Rice Terraces, a traditional village nestled in a panoramic valley. We descend on paved trails to explore the village and learn about the way of life of the local Ifugao people. Afterwards we transfer back to the hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, we depart Banaue for Sagada (approx. 3-4 hrs), stopping en route at several viewpoints and at the Bontoc Museum. This Museum was founded by the Belgian sisters who have been active in the area for decades. It consists of four well laid out rooms featuring artefacts and old photos plus a group of traditional houses. Take a peek in the past of the Cordilleras with the exhibits and displays featuring actual ancient tools and houses supported by old photos of the early times. Upon our arrival into Sagada, check-in to the hotel. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, our sightseeing tour of Sagada explores this quaint little town and its wonders. Start your trek at St. Mary's Church and pass through the graveyard behind it. Walk through the picturesque Echo Valley with lush trees and eminent limestone cliffs. See the coffins of early residents hanging by the limestone cliffs. How they were able to put the coffins up back in the ancient times remains a mystery to many. Visit the mouth of caves used as burial grounds in ancient times. The coffins are still present until today. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This morning after breakfast, we travel to Vigan (approx. 6-7 hrs). Vigan is a veritable 15th Century Spanish settlement, with its Spanish charm, cobbled streets and horse drawn carriages. Walk to the Syquia Mansion and start the tour of the Heritage Village of Vigan, one of the 6 UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Philippines. The Heritage Village is known for its well preserved old stone houses 'Bahay na Bato', which are made from hard adobe stones. The spacious interior of these houses showcases handcrafted period furniture and accessories. After our tour we transfer to the hotel for check in. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today, we travel to Laoag with multiple stops en route including the Bantay Church and Bell Tower, which also houses the Chapel by the Ruins. More than an hour's drive northwards brings you to the famous Batac Riverside Empanadaan for the proclaimed 'Best Empanada in town'. Head further up to the Town of Paoay, which is home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site Baroque style Church. The most striking feature of this Church is its 24 huge buttresses conceived to a solution to possible destruction of the building due to earthquakes. We proceed to Laoag City and visit the 1612 St. Williams Cathedral and the Sinking Bell Tower. First built in 1612, the Church is known for its Italian Renaissance design. The Bell Tower is located 85 metres away from the Church and is said to be sinking at a rate of an inch per year because it was built on the sandy foundations despite its size and mass. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, we check out and drive to Laoag Airport for your flight to Manila (under own arrangements, not included). Upon arrival, transfer to the International Terminal for your onward journey or return flight home. Meals: Breakfast
Tour Prices are per person twin share in Australian Dollars. Conditions apply and group tours are subject to change and availability. Prices are subject to currency fluctuations. (fca)
