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Description
Embark on this 6-day nature tour from Banaue to Manila! Trek your way through the rice terraces of Cambulo and Batad and savour the natural beauty around you as you move along. Continue to Bangaan, pass by its rich forest, and drive to Sagada to explore its magnificent Sumaguing Cave. Make your last stop at Buscalan, 'hand tattoo village', before flying to Manila.
Highlights
- Experience the lifestyle of the locals in Batad village
- Interact with locals in Bangaan
- Admire the waterfalls and water pools of the Sumaguing Cave
- Visit Buscalan, home to a famous 100-year-old tattoo artist named Apo Whang Od
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Day 1: Arrival in Banaue and Trek To Cambulo expand_more
Upon your arrival in Banaue, get picked up by a driver.
Start your trek to the rice terraces of Cambulo. Experience a fantastic walk between the green rice terraces as you see beautiful landscapes.
Accommodation: Guest House
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Day 2: Batad expand_more
On this day, drive to Batad village with the Filipino guide. This village is known for its magnificent rice terraces that have been built for thousands of years.
Start by driving to the starting point of the trek.
From there, walk for about half an hour to an enchanting village overlooking the rice terraces that looks like the shape of a natural stadium.
See the simple lifestyle of the villagers in their traditional houses and experience the unique atmosphere in the place.
Accommodation: Guest House
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Day 3: Bangaan Tour expand_more
On this day, take a walking trip to Bangaan.
Hike through the village in the area of Bangaan and see local tribes in their livelihood. The place is notable as the name came from the word bowl for rice.
Interact with the locals and witness rich forests along the way.
Accommodation: Guest House
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Day 4: Sagada expand_more
In the morning, drive to the town of Sagada.
Reach the Sumaguing Cave, considered the most spectacular dripstone cave in Asia. Take a tour accompanied by your local guide with a lantern in the cave. Pass through clear water pools and waterfalls flowing from all sides, a unique and magical experience to remember.
Return to the town for a little free time and, from there, drive back to the hotel.
Accommodation: Guest House
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Day 5: Buscalan Overnight expand_more
In the morning, drive to the province of Kalinga.
Proceed to the village of Buscalan, also known as “hand tattoo village”, hidden between the mountains of the province and climbs up dozens of steps leading to the town. The village is home to the legendary tattoo artist Apo Whang Od, a hundred-year-old woman. The tattoos culture began for two reasons: one is to undermine the fighters of their skin, and the other is to identify them if they were killed or captured.
Overnight in Buscalan.
Accommodation: Guest House
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Day 6: Flight to Manila expand_more
Drive to Tugeguarao Airport for about a 4-hour flight to Manila. See transfers and flight details at the bottom of the file.
What's Included
Five nights accommodation
Four activities
Five breakfasts
Airport transfer
Domestic flights
Entrance fees
Licensed English-speaking Filipino guides
What's Excluded
Excess weight in baggage: will be paid at the airport by the customer
Tips for service providers (about $6-12 per day per person)
International flights
Travel insurance
Drinks and personal expenses
Port tax at airports for domestic flights (200 pesos per person for about $4)
Know before you go
The local currency is the Philippine Peso and is marked with PHP.
Dollars and euros can be exchanged for Philippine pesos at the airport in Manila.
ATMs in Manila, Cebu, Boracay and Bohol accept most credit cards (except American Express and Diners).
The maximum baggage weight is 20 kg in domestic flights, and a passenger who exceeds the limit must pay for the extra weight.
We can provide kosher food during the trip upon request at an extra charge.
It is important to note that lunches on day trips are simple local Filipino meals that include rice, fish, chicken, and vegetables.
A valid passport for at least six months is required to enter the Philippines.
All vacationers should have a round-trip ticket to and from the Philippines.
The given price is reasonable for one person.
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| Persons | |
| 1 To 4 | USD 2500 Per Person |
This is a private tour | |