4-Day Buscalan and Sagada Tour with Apo Whang-Od and Marlboro Hills

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Meet and get tattooed by Apo Whang-Od in Buscalan
• 02 Explore the famous Hanging Coffins in Sagada's Echo Valley
• 03 Experience an exciting cave exploration at Sumaguing Cave
• 04 Trek to the beautiful Blue Soil Hills
• 05 Catch the breathtaking sunrise at Marlboro Hills

Experience the adventure of a lifetime on this 4-day tour to Buscalan and Sagada. Visit the mountain village of Buscalan, meet the legendary Apo Whang-Od, the world's oldest traditional tattoo artist, and get inked with a piece of Kalinga history. Discover the natural wonders of Sagada, including the Hanging Coffins, stunning Sumaguing Cave, and the scenic trek to Blue Soil Hills. Soak in the sunrise from Marlboro Hills before ending your tour with unforgettable memories.

Meet Apo Whang-Od and get inked.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Manila, Sagada

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Arrival and Overnight Journey to Buscalan

• Meet up at the Mall of Asia.
• Travel overnight to Buscalan.

2

Day 02

Buscalan Village and Apo Whang-Od Experience

• In the morning, hike to Buscalan Village.
• Meet Apo Whang-Od and get inked.
• In the afternoon, enjoy free time to explore the village or relax.

3

Day 03

Travel to Sagada and Explore Its Landmarks

• In the morning, travel to Sagada.
• In the afternoon, visit the Hanging Coffins, Sumaguing Cave, and Echo Valley.

4

Day 04

Sunrise at Marlboro Hills, Blue Soil, and Return to Manila

• Set out early for a sunrise trek to Marlboro Hills.
• Visit Blue Soil and other nearby scenic spots.
• Travel back to Manila.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Round-trip transportation
• Accommodation
• All registration fees
• All guide fees
• All tour fees
• Shuttle service in Sagada
• 3 meals in Buscalan
• Unlimited coffee in Buscalan
• Unlimited rice in Buscalan

What's Not Included

• Tattoo - prices vary depending on size
• Other meals not mentioned
• Other personal expenses
• Other costs not specified here

What to bring

• Cash (ATMs may be scarce)
• Extra clothes
• Water
• Snacks
• Power bank
• Sunscreen

Know before you go

• This tour involves physical activities such as walking, hiking, and caving. Please ensure you are in good physical condition.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Mall of Asia Globe, Globe Rotunda, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines

Tour start

SM Mall of Asia, Seaside Blvd, Pasay, 1300 Metro Manila, Philippines

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.