Northern Philippines Highlights
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Tour Overview
Get to the heart of the Philippines on this 10-day adventure exploring the north. Move around multicultural Manila on a bamboo bike and then trek to Mt Pinatubo’s crater lake. Hike the UNESCO-listed rice terraces of the Cordilleras while listening to stories from a Kalinga local guide along the way. Visit local villages to meet the Ifuago rice terrace builders, learn about Faery village’s unique burial traditions and connect with locals over a community feast. Go beyond the guidebook and fully immerse yourself in the rich culture and traditions of this beautiful archipelago.
Trip Code: TOSN
Start
Manila
End
Manila
Destination
Philippines
Meals
9 breakfasts, 1 dinners
Transport
Private Vehicle, 4x4, Jeepney, Bicycle
Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights), Guesthouse (2 nights)
Days
10
Max Group Size
Min 1 - Max 12
Min Age
15
Style
Originali
Physical
3i
Trip Highlights
Why you'll love this trip
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Hike the UNESCO-listed rice terraces in the Cordilleras, crafted over 2000 years, and trek to the crater lake of Mt Pinatubo for breathtaking views.
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Savour Manila’s food scene – enjoy a community feast in Tarukan village, and learn culinary secrets from a Baguio chef.
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Hop on a bamboo bike in Intramuros, ride a traditional Jeepney, and traverse rugged valleys in a 4WD – the journey is just as important as the destination!
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Visit local villages to meet the Ifugao who shaped the rice terraces, learn about Favery village’s unique burial traditions, and discover Kalinga culture and 1930s Ifugao life through a famous Spanish photographer’s lens.
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Connect with the inspiring women at the Harvest Hub Studio – a social enterprise empowering women artists from the mountains to expand their market and achieve financial independence.
Day by Day Itinerary
Itinerary
What's Included
Inclusions and activities
Meals
9 breakfasts, 1 dinners
Transport
Private Vehicle, 4x4, Jeepney, Bicycle
Accommodation
Hotel (7 nights), Guesthouse (2 nights)
Included activities
- Manila - City Tour
- Manila - Intramuros bamboo bike cycling tour
- Mt Pinatubo - Crater hike
- Tarukan Village - Community lunch
- Banaue - Bangaan rice terrace hike
Optional activities
Is This Trip Right for You?
Is this trip right for you?
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There are some long travelling days on this trip, but it’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers.
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This trip requires a moderate level of fitness as it involves some walking and swimming, allowing you to really get among nature. Please bring sturdy, comfortable walking shoes, a swimsuit and comfortable clothing.
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Multiple activities on this trip are subject to weather and water conditions and on occasion, may be cancelled for safety or operational reasons. In the case of cancellation, we will endeavour to find a suitable replacement activity.
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