Highlights of North Luzon

Itinerary

• Day 1: Manila

  On arrival transfer to your hotel. Afterwards commence a sightseeing tour of Manila from the modern City of Makati, to the ‘The Walled City’ of Intramuros and more. Dinner with cultural dance show this evening. B. 

• Day 2: Tagaytay Ridge

  South of Manila lies the picturesque city of Tagaytay. Located on a ridge 2,250 feet above sea level, it offers a panoramic view of Taal Lake and Volcano, the "lake within a volcano within a lake within a volcano". On the way, you will stop by the world famous Bamboo Organ of Las Piñas and a local jeepney assembly plant. Return to Manila. B, L, D.  

• Day 3: Manila – Banaue

  Depart on the nine hour journey to Banaue, witnessing local village life along the way. Stop briefly for lunch arriving in Banaue late afternoon. B.

• Day 4: Hapao Village Rice Terraces

  Travel by local jeepneys to the picturesque town of Hapao, home to the UNESCO World Heritage rice terraces. The terraces are just a few of extensive stoned-walled terraces built centuries ago. Admire the terraces on a short walk and you even can cool off, take a dip and swim in the refreshing river waters. B.

• Day 5: Bontoc & Sagada

  After breakfast, visit the quaint town of Sagada where you will see the ancient burial caves with mummified coffins. On return, stop by the Bontoc Museum, housing a collection of authentic artifacts and photos from the mountain tribes. B.

• Day 6: Banaue – Baguio

  Depart for Baguio stopping for lunch enroute. Arrive late afternoon and embark on city tour taking in the local market of fresh produce and local wooden and metal handicrafts. B.

• Day 7: Baguio – Vigan

  The drive to the UNESCO town of Vigan is approximately five hours. On arrival take a heritage tour by horse-drawn carriage admiring the Spanish-era mansions and cobblestone streets – the hallmarks of historic Vigan. B.

• Day 8: Vigan – Laoag – Manila

  Journey to Laoag and if time permits before your flight (depends on day of week) take in the sights including the cathedral, Batac – where lies the embalmed body of the late President Ferdinand Marcos, and Paoay Church. Late morning or evening flight to Manila. B.

• Day 9: Manila

  Your tour ends after breakfast. B.

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