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The Philippines: Mountains & Islands

Trip Type: Explorer

17 Days
| 1 - 12 People

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NZD $7,425.00 /Person
Discover the Philippines on this 17-day adventure, blending cultural encounters with refreshing natural moments. Starting in Manila and finishing in El Nido, you’ll cycle …
The Philippines: Mountains & Islands

Discover the Philippines on this 17-day adventure, blending cultural encounters with refreshing natural moments. Starting in Manila and finishing in El Nido, you’ll cycle through the lively streets of Manila, see the crater lake of Mt. Pinatubo and hike the UNESCO World Heritage-listed rice terraces of the Cordilleras with local guides. Visit the Batak and Tagbanua Tribal Village in Sitio Kawasan, discover the limestone caves of Sabang and island hop around El Nido. With a mix of guided experiences and free time, this trip offers an unforgettable journey through the heart of the Philippines.

Itinerary

Day 1: Manila

Day 2: Manila - Mt. Pinatubo

Day 3: Mt Pinatubo

Day 4: Banaue

Day 5: Banaue

Day 6: Sagada

Day 7: Maligcong Rice Terrace - Sagada

Day 8: Baguio

Day 9: Manila

Day 10: Manila

Day 11: Puerto Princesa

Day 12: Puerto Princesa

Day 13: Port Barton

Day 14: Port Barton

Day 15: El Nido

Day 16: El Nido

Day 17: El Nido

Trip Inclusions

Meals

16 breakfasts and 2 dinners are included

Transport

Boat, Jeepney, Private Minibus, Plane

Accomodation

Hotel (14 nights), Guest House (2 night)

Included Activities

  • Manila - City Tour
  • Manila - Intramuros bamboo bike cycling tour
  • Mt Pinatubo - Crater hike
  • Tarukan Village - Community lunch
  • Banaue - Bangaan rice terrace hike
  • Sagada - City tour
  • Sagada - Eduardo Masferre’s home visit
  • Bontoc - Maligcong rice terrace hike
  • Bontoc - Favarey Village visit
  • Baguio - Cooking class & dinner
  • Baguio - Art gallery visit
  • Baguio - Women's weaving studio co-op visit
  • Puerto Princesa - Iwahig River Firefly Boat Tour
  • Puerto Princesa - local farm visit
  • Sabang - Puerto Princesa Subterranean River boat trip
  • Sabang - Batak tribe hike
  • Port Barton - Island Hopping
  • Port Barton - Traditional fishing demonstration
  • El Nido - Island hopping boat trip & snorkelling
Trip Highlights
  • Hike the UNESCO World Heritage-listed rice terraces in the Cordilleras, crafted over 2000 years, and trek to the crater lake of Mt Pinatubo for breathtaking views.
  • Savour Manila’s food scene, enjoy a community feast in Tarukan village and learn culinary secrets from a Baguio chef.
  • Set off on a full day of island hopping and snorkelling off the coast of El Nido and Port Barton. Look to the bottom of these clear waters and swim among the coral and tropical fish.
  • Meet the Batak Tribe, one of about 70 Indigenous communities of the Philippines, on a leader-led hike to the Batak and Tagbanua Tribal village in Sitio Kawasan.
  • Enjoy plenty of time at the beach to choose your own adventure. Maybe take a daytrip to the Nacpan Beach, cruise the waters in a kayak or have a drink (or two) at one of the many beachside restaurants.
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Provided by
Intrepid
Reference Code: TOSNC
Trip Location
Trip Starts: Manila, Philippines
Trip Ends: El Nido, Philippines
Countries Visited: Philippines

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Destination Details

Philippines
| 17 Days
| 1 - 12 People