6 Days / 5 Nights Northern Highlands Trail
This magical tour brings you to up North where you will enjoy cool climate, pine clad hills and valleys nestled on 1,400 meters above sea level. Mesmerize on the rugged terrain with breathtaking views – spectacular mountain ranges, pine forest and cascading waterfalls. Enjoy the beauty of Banaue Rice Terraces – listed as Word Heritage Site showcasing the engineering skill and ingenuity of the Ifugaos.
DESTINATIONS : BANAUE / SAGADA / VIGAN / LAOAG
ITINERARY
Day 04 – Vigan tour / Laoag (B/L)
American breakfast in the hotel.
Vigan, a remaining colonial city and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Move around on a calesa ride <horse drawn carriage> and a walking tour of the Heritage village with cobbled stones streets and ancestral houses built during the 18th and 19th century, visit the museum, antique shops and burnay (jar) factory. Drive to Laoag passing by Juan Luna Shrine in Badoc. Overnight accommodation at Fort Ilocandia Resort and Casino
Day 05 – Pagudpud Beach tour (B/L)
Breakfast in the hotel.
Depart for Pagudpud known as the “Boracay of the North”. It lies on a scenic, palm lined bay, beautiful stretch beach which is one of the best in the north and has been used as the backdrop for many film productions. Enjoy swimming or simply laze under the sun. Seafood lunch will be served. Afternoon, resume drive back, passing by the salt-making area <best in December to March>. Mostly women at work, the top layer of salt mixed with sand scraped together and place in a light hanging basket, as the process goes on, soon will produce white fine salt. Overnight accommodation at Fort Ilocandia Resort and Casino
Day 06 - Laoag tour / Departure (B,L)
Breakfast in the hotel.
Visit St William’s Cathedral A UNESCO HERITAGE SITE built between 1650 and 1700, Sinking bell tower and rolling tour of the city with lunch at Herencia Cafe. Depart for Manila./END
Day 01 - Manila/Banaue Journey
From Manila, pass through the countryside settings such as rice fields surrounding the small towns and villages that are common sights, showing the simplicity of living. Stop at Dalton Pass, a historical landmark, then on to Bagabag where picturesque mountains and rivers start to ascend. Overnight accommodation at Banaue Hotel.
Day 02 - Rice Terraces & Village tour / Sagada (B)
American breakfast in the hotel.
On board a local jeepney, tour Banga-an Village, a traditional village nestled in a panoramic valley of terraces. The 20- minute walk in a descending trail permits a closer look into the inner lives of the Ifugaos. Mingle with them to discover how their daily life goes on. Move onto the vantage point to view the Rice Terraces as clouds pass under or over you, an imaginable sight and experience. Onto Bontoc museum, founded by a Belgian Sister which houses a varied collection of authentic artifacts and photos from the tribes. Further drive to Sagada.
Check-in and overnight at St. Joseph Inn or similar
Day 03 – Sagada/Bontoc Discovery / Vigan (B/L)
American breakfast in the hotel.
Early departure from the hotel. Visit the town of Sagada. Subject to weather condition, see the ancient burial caves where mummified remains of the local ancestrals can be found. Further drive to Vigan. Check-in and overnight accommodation at Hotel Luna or similar
Package Inclusions:
Roundtrip aircon transportation <Manila/Banaue/Sagada/Vigan/Laoag>
View point/Banga-an Village tour by local jeepney with lunch <exclusive use>
Bontoc/Sagada tour with lunch
Overnight with breakfast at Banaue hotel
Overnight with breakfast at St Joseph Inn or similar
Vigan tour with lunch
Laoag tour with lunch
Pagudpud beach tour with lunch
Overnight with breakfast at Hotel Luna or similar
2 nights with breakfast at Fort Ilocandia Resort and Casino
English speaking tour guide throughout
Option to fly Laoag/Manila on PAL PR 2198 1905H/2005H or PR 2196 1130H/1230 approximately US$ 105 per pax