Tours Banaue - Banaue, Sagada, and Baguio Tour

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Departure: on any date Private tours are scheduled at your preferred date	Departure: on fixed dates Shared tours are scheduled on fixed dates
Group: just you You will travel privately with only your own group	Group: shared You will share the tour with other travelers
Pickup: any location We will arrange for free pickup at any location	Pickup: fixed location A shared tour starts at a fixed location
Itinerary: flexible Your itinerary can be customised and extensions are available	Itinerary: fixed The itinerary is fixed, extensions are not possible

PRIVATE Tours
Departure: on any date Private tours are scheduled at your preferred date
Group: just you You will travel privately with only your own group
Pickup: any location We will arrange for free pickup at any location
Itinerary: flexible Your itinerary can be customised and extensions are available

SHARED Tours
Departure: on fixed dates Shared tours are scheduled on fixed dates
Group: shared You will share the tour with other travelers
Pickup: fixed location A shared tour starts at a fixed location
Itinerary: fixed The itinerary is fixed, extensions are not possible

PRIVATE Tour	SHARED Tour (min. 2 pax)
Departure: on any date	Departure: only every Friday in period December 1 – May 31
Participants: No maximum	Participants: If alone you will share a car with maximum 7 other travellers
Pricing: 1 Person: Php 71,400.00 2 Persons: Php 37,500.00 per person 3 Persons: Php 25,500.00 per person 4 Persons: Php 23,200.00 per person	Pricing: Php 28,400.00 per person
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PRIVATE Tour
Departure: on any date
Participants: No maximum
Pricing: 1 Person: Php 71,400.00 2 Persons: Php 37,500.00 per person 3 Persons: Php 25,500.00 per person 4 Persons: Php 23,200.00 per person
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SHARED Tour (min. 2 pax)
Departure: only every Friday in period December 1 – May 31
Participants: If alone you will share a car with maximum 7 other travellers
Pricing: Php 28,400.00 per person
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PRIVATE Tour
SHARED Tour

Itinerary
PRIVATE Tour Itinerary
Day 1: ManilaBaguio

06:30 am depart Manila for the summer capital of The Philippines, Baguio, a 5 to 6 hours drive one way. Witness areas affected by the 1991 Mt Pinatubo volcanic eruption, as well as winding Canon Road.

We spend the afternoon on a Baguio City Tour including the Mines View, the Mansion & Wright Park plus Wood Carver's Village & the fabulous BenCab Museum.

Check in at Camp John Hay for your overnight stay.

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Day 2: Baguio Sagada

After breakfast we depart for Sagada, a 6 hours drive, experiencing the scenic Halsema Highway (called "the mountain trail of Benguet") and its wonderful photo opportunities. Underway (optional) we can include a visit to Timbac Cave and see the mummies of Kabayan.

Overnight stay at Masferre Inn, or similar, in Sagada.

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Day 3: Sagada Bontoc Banaue

After 07:00 am breakfast in the hotel you will meet with your local, English speaking, guide who will guide you to glimpse the Lumiang Burial Cave near Echo Valley which houses more than 100 coffins stacked in the entrance. The oldest is around 500 years old. Many of them have images of lizards carved on them which are symbols of fertility and long life. We then enter the impressive Sumaguing Cave, known for its rock formations and impressive chambers.

We hit the road for Banaue; after an hour we stop to visit Bontoc's tribal museum with artifacts and unique pictures from mountain culture.

After two hours more driving we stop at the Banaue Viewpoint to admire the Banaue Rice Terraces.

Late afternoon arrival in Banaue, the ancestral home of the Ifugao tribe and famous rice terraces. Check-in at Banaue Hotel for your overnight stay.

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Day 4: Banaue Batad Banaue

08:00 – We have an early breakfast and then you depart with your English-speaking local guide. From Banaue Batad is approximately 16 kms away, the first 14 kms of which will be traveled by our privately chartered local jeepney. The rest of the distance is on foot using a mountain trail. The trip to Barangay Batad in Banaue, to witness the amphitheater shaped terraces located at 3600 ft., takes only a 30 minutes hike (*).

We stop at the panoramic Banaue viewpoint at 4800 Ft. that provides a perfect experience of the enormity & extent of the terraces followed by a visit to the Banaue Museum. Banaue Museum features decades-old books by anthropologist Otley Beyer and Igorot artifacts collected by his son William. The museum is on two floors featuring weaponry, jewellery, traditional dress and photographs of Banaue 100 years ago.

Time permitting we can stop at the market and souvenir shop before dinner.

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(*) Provided you have a good level of physical fitness (expect unpaved and narrow mountain trails with steep irregular terrain, usually under a hot sun) and should you wish to trek for three further demanding hours we can offer you:
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a) the Tappiya waterfall after Batad. With a phenomenal 70 metre fall in rainy season and a naturally formed pool at its bottom suitable for a cooling swim ( dress conservatively), Tappiya waterfall is an unique location in the area.
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b) Banga-an village instead of Batad. Banga-an village showcases a typical Ifugao community. Wet weather causes damage so the steps need constant renovation. You are rewarded with spectacular views. .

Day 5: Banaue Manila

Leave at 08:00 am after breakfast, arriving in Manila at approximately 18:30 pm, depending on weather and traffic conditions.

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Pickup & Drop off

Pickup

FREE Pick up 06:30 am from your hotel / home in Manila (*) on Day 1.
(*) If you wish to be picked up either straight from a Manila airport or from Angeles airport, please let us know your details and this can be discussed. Extra costs apply. Please indicate this in your Booking Request Form.

Drop off

FREE Drop off at your hotel / home in Manila estimated at 18:30 pm on Day 5 (depending on weather and traffic conditions).
Things to bring

Sunscreen, hat, insect repellent, refillable water container, walking shoes or strong sandals, swim wear, waterproof jacket, spare dry clothes, (optional) educational giveaways like crayons for children in place of money/candy.

Note: Baggage allowance limited to max. 20 kg per person.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Tour Inclusions

	Roundtrip transportation by new airconditioned vehicle throughout (FREE WIFI on board for first 3 bookings) with English speaking driver, except day 4 using a private, non airconditioned jeepney.
	4 nights best available run of the house accommodation (sharing basis. Single supplement) incl. 4 breakfasts, local taxes & service charges on meals and rooms.
	Fuel, toll fees, parking fees, registration fees and taxes + service charges on meals and rooms.
	All tours incl. entrance fees as mentioned in itinerary. Local English speaking guide where indicated.

Tour Exclusions

Customised extensions not included , but available upon your request:

Option 1.) Witness remote Kalinga

Option 2.) Go trek Mount Pinatubo Volcano

Option 3.) Visit Subic, Philippines' former US Naval Base and now a freeport zone

Option 4.) Visit Lingayen Gulf and go half day island hopping amongst the Hundred Islands

Option 5.) Witness the historic, old Spanish towns Vigan and Laoag.

Additional Information about guide

The local regulations insist on the need of a local guide in Banaue and Sagada. Our Banaue Tours include already local guide hire (with basic English language skills) in Banaue and Sagada. Should you wish a German, Dutch , Spanish, Russian or French speaking guide ( on top of the local guides) throughout your whole tour, this can be arranged by us upon your request in advance and costs approximately Php 4,000.00 additional per day. Food and accommodation for this guide comes still on top of this. Please indicate this as a request in your Booking Form.
Accommodations
Most Hotels in North Luzon are lacking quality, service and the (slightly) better beach resorts are overrated so if you are expecting 5 star level of a ccommodation its better to avoid beautiful North. Keep in mind that many smaller places are family run. Some hotels in Vigan and San Juan are exception and offer good value of money. We visited all places and made a selection of our own and our client experiences: logistics, service, food quality, ambiance, value-for-money and location. Room rate is per night twin/double sharing and includes breakfast where indicated. Of course, we can also book your own suggested hotel.
- Banaue Province
  
  Banaue Hotel
  
  Php 2,500.00 per room per night base in twin share with breakfast.
  
  This is the hotel in Banaue that may be especially attractive to those who want the best available in town and parking space (something quite hard to find in Banaue). It offers dining, a large lobby with souvenir shops, swimming pool, and weekly cultural shows. The Hotel has 84 and 2 types of rooms: Standard rooms with 3 single beds located on the lower floors and "renovated" deluxe rooms (included in our package) located on the ground and first floor with double bed and extra bed. They also have backpacker-type rooms at Php 250 a bed in both the older building as well as the new adjacent Hostel.
  
  Bangaan & Batad Hillside Inn
  
  Both Inns are located near the rice terraces, Batad Hillside inn Offers great view of Batad Village and the Batad rice Terraces. The rooms of Bangaan Inn are slight;y more convenient than their cottages. Both Inns have shared bathroom with cold summer using Mandy. Both family run Inns have electricity and good kitchen.
  
  Sanafe Lodge
  
  Php 2,340.00 per room per night base in twin share with breakfast.
  
  Sanafe Lodge is Centrally located near the market place. DOT and few steps from the bus and jeepney arrivals. This well run Family place has an outdoo dining area overlooking the Banaue Valley and the hanging bridge just below. They have rooms starting at Php 800.00 but we suggest their deluxe and double deluxe rooms with private bathroom and hot water for your stay. The best rooms are included in our package if you choose Sanafe Lodge. Here you will feel very welcome and at home.
  
  Ujah Native Village Inn
  
  Php 2,250.00 per room per night base in twin share with breakfast.
  
  Native Village Inn Offers unique Native Ifugao cottages which are overlooking the Hapao rice Terraces. The Resort has a lovely garden setting with the many flowers and sitting area's from where you can enjoy breathtaking views. The cozy restaurant with open fireplace has European and Filipino food on the Menu. The toilets and showers with hot water are shared and outside cottage. Its located 9 km away from the downtown Banaue or 30 minutes by trike or jeepney. Parking is available for eight cars.
- Sagada & Bontoc
  
  Archog Hotel
  
  Archog Hotel is probably the place to stay overnight in Bontoc, the getaway for trips to Kalinga. The facilities are less developed than in the cities, but given the hill climate a fan is fine without AC but with hot water. The hotel is right in the center of Bontoc on the main street, so a quite room at the back is preferred by our guests. Their restaurant offers suprizingly tasty and fresh food.
  
  Masferre Country Inn
  
  Php 2,140.00 per room per night base in twin share with breakfast.
  
  Well-placed in the sightseeing, culture area of Sagada city, Masferre Country Inn and Restaurant provides a most conducive spot for you to take a break from your busy days, offering hotel guests a good breakfast, dinner and a broad range of amenities. All guestrooms feature a variety of comforts. Some rooms have wireless internet access, non smoking, desk, balcony/terrace, blackout curtains to please the most discerning guests.
  
  Saint Joseph Resthouse
  
  Php 1,800.00 per room per night base in twin share (cottage) with breakfast.
  
  Saint Joseph Lodge is located in the Hilltop from where you have a great view and can enjoy the freshest breeze of Sagada, have a picnic on its grassy grounds in summer days, or enjoy the warmth of the fireplace during the cold months.
  
  Facilities include stand alone cottages with a capacity of 2-6 pax, which we recommend to our guests, rooms with private bath, dorm-type rooms in their main building, spacious parking area, picnic area, restaurant and conference, meeting hall.
- Baguio
  
  The Manor at Camp John Hay
  
  Php 7,800.00 per room per night base in twin share with breakfast.
  
  The best hotel in and around Baguio, Manor's 158 well-appointed rooms, including 47 elegant suites and feel the luxurious warmth and comfort each exudes. This Hotel is located at the Camp John Hay area and within walking distance of many other restaurants. Rooms come with a view of the forest or garde, a perfect way to start your day upon waking up from a restful, invigorating sleep. We book unless requested otherwise the superior room.
  
  El Cielito Inn
  
  Php 2,800.00 per room per night base in twin share with breakfast.
  
  For the business or leisure traveler who's looking for affordable accommodations in the country's summer capital. Situated near the places that matter in the City, El Cielito Hotel provides a good point to start from. The staff is accommodating but the hotel is quite old and use some upgrading. We book for our guest the standard room without aircon. Baguio at altitude of 1500 meter never gets very hot but if you need the sound of an aircon to fall to sleep then we can upgrade the room. The restaurant is nicely appointed and serves good food choices especially at breakfast.
  
  Le Monet Hotel
  
  Php 5,600.00 per room per night base in twin share with breakfast.
  
  The Le Monet experience is highly personalized and unique to every guest. 70 well-appointed rooms and suites providing the utmost convenience and relaxation, this is the ultimate rejuvenating retreat.Refreshing scents of pines and sweeping views. The hotel has a in house swimming pool full of cold water. Le Monet Hotel is situated at the renowned Camp John Hay area and there are many restaurants options in the area.
  
  Microtel
  
  Php 4,250.00 per room per night base in twin share with breakfast.
  
  Microtel by Wyndham – Baguio in Baguio City, Good value for money hotel which is located near Victory Liner Bus Station and its within walking distance from the session road. The 60 rooms are neat, well kept and the staff is accommodating. The hotel aims to provide be of international standards opf quality. The restaurant is serving a good breakfast buffet. Mountain view room standard with aircon if more cold air is needed located int he new building is booked by us, if available .

Itinerary
SHARED Tour Itinerary
Friday: ManilaBaguio

06:30 am depart Manila for the summer capital of the Philippines, Baguio a 5 to 6 hours drive one way. Witness areas affected by the 1991 Mt. Pinatubo Volcanix eruption, as well as drive winding Canon Road.

We spend the afternoon on the Baguio City Tour including the Mines View, the Mansion & Wright Park plus Wood Carver's Village & the fabulous Ben Cab Museum.

Check in at Camp John Hay for your overnight stay.

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Saturday: Baguio Sagada

After breakfast we depart for Sagada, a 6 hours drive, experiencing the scenic Halsema Highway (called "the mountain trail of Benguet") and it's wonderful photo opportunities. Underat (optional) we can include a visit to Timbac Cave and see the mummies of Kabayan.

Overnight stay at Masferre Inn, or similar, in Sagada.

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Sunday: Sagada Bontoc Banaue

After 07:00 am breakfast in the hotel you will meet with your local, English speaking guide, who will guide you to glimpse the Lumiang Burial Cave near Echo Valley which houses more that 100 coffins stacked in the entrance. The oldest us around 500 years old. Many of them have images of lizards carved on them which are symbols of fertility and long life. We then enter the impressive Sumaguing Cave, known for its rock formations and impressive chambers.

We hit the road for Banaue; after an hour we stop to visit Bontoc's tribal museum with artifacts and unique pictures from the mountain culture.

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After two hours more driving we stop at the Banaue Viewpoint to admire Banaue Rice Terraces.

Late afternoon arrival in Banaue, the ancestral home of the Ifugao tribe and famour rice terraced. Check -in at Banaue Hotel for your overnight stay.

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Monday: Banaue Batad Banaue

08:00 – We have an early breakfast and then you depart with your English speaking local guide. From Banaue, Batad is approximately 16 kms away, the first 14 kms of which will be travelled by our privately chartered local jeepney. The rest of the distance is on foot using a mountain trail. The trip to Barangay Batad in Banaue, to witness the amphitheater shaped terraces located at 3600 ft., takes only a 30 minutes hike.

We stop at the panoramic Banue viewpoint at 4800 Ft. that provides aperfect experience of the enormitu & extent of the terraces followed by a visit to the Banaue Museum. Banaue Museum features decades-old books by anthropologist Otley Beyer and Igorot Artifacts collected by his son William. The museum is on two floors featuring weaponry, jewellery, traditional dress and photographs of Banaue 100 years ago.

Time permitting we can stop at the market and souvenir shop before dinner.

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Tuesday: Banaue Manila

Leave at 08:00 am after breakfast, arriving in Manila at approximately 18:30 pm, depending on weather and traffic conditions.

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Pickup & Drop off

Pickup

Friday 06:00 am : Assembly and boarding at Starbucks located opposite of Shangri-la hotel, Makati or next to Malate Pension at Erras Vest ramen Bar & Grill.

Drop off

Tuesday 18.30 pm estimated arrival in Manila at Starbucks located opposite of Shangri-la hotel, Makati or next to Malate Pension at Erras Vest ramen Bar & Grill.
Things to bring

Sunscreen, hat, insect repellent, refillable water container, walking shoes or strong sandals, swim wear, waterproof jacket, spare dry clothes, (optional) educational giveaways like crayons for children in place of money/candy.

Note: Baggage allowance limited to max. 20 kg per person.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Tour Inclusions

	Roundtrip transportation by new airconditioned vehicle throughout (FREE WIFI on board) with English speaking driver, except day 4 using a private, non airconditioned jeepney.
	4 nights best available run of the house accommodation (sharing basis. Single supplement add) incl. 4 breakfasts, local taxes & service charges on meals and rooms.
	Fuel, toll fees, parking fees, registration fees and taxes + service charges on meals and rooms.
	All tours incl. entrance fees as mentioned in itinerary. Local English speaking guide where indicated.

Tour Exclusions

Customised extensions not available. Should you wish so, please book the PRIVATE version of this Banaue, Sagada & Baguio Round tour.

Accommodations
Most Hotels in North Luzon are lacking quality, service and the (slightly) better beach resorts are overrated so if you are expecting 5 star level of a ccommodation its better to avoid beautiful North. Keep in mind that many smaller places are family run. Some hotels in Vigan and San Juan are exception and offer good value of money. We visited all places and made a selection of our own and our client experiences: logistics, service, food quality, ambiance, value-for-money and location. Room rate is per night twin/double sharing and includes breakfast where indicated. Of course, we can also book your own suggested hotel.
- Banaue Province
  
  Banaue Hotel
  
  Php 2,500.00 per room per night base in twin share with breakfast.
  
  This is the hotel in Banaue that may be especially attractive to those who want the best available in town and parking space (something quite hard to find in Banaue). It offers dining, a large lobby with souvenir shops, swimming pool, and weekly cultural shows. The Hotel has 84 and 2 types of rooms: Standard rooms with 3 single beds located on the lower floors and "renovated" deluxe rooms (included in our package) located on the ground and first floor with double bed and extra bed. They also have backpacker-type rooms at Php 250 a bed in both the older building as well as the new adjacent Hostel.
  
  Bangaan & Batad Hillside Inn
  
  Both Inns are located near the rice terraces, Batad Hillside inn Offers great view of Batad Village and the Batad rice Terraces. The rooms of Bangaan Inn are slight;y more convenient than their cottages. Both Inns have shared bathroom with cold summer using Mandy. Both family run Inns have electricity and good kitchen.
  
  Sanofe Lodge
  
  Php 2,340.00 per room per night base in twin share with breakfast.
  
  Sanafe Lodge is Centrally located near the market place. DOT and few steps from the bus and jeepney arrivals. This well run Family place has an outdoo dining area overlooking the Banaue Valley and the hanging bridge just below. They have rooms starting at Php 800.00 but we suggest their deluxe and double deluxe rooms with private bathroom and hot water for your stay. The best rooms are included in our package if you choose Sanafe Lodge. Here you will feel very welcome and at home.
  
  Ujah Native Village Inn
  
  Php 2,250.00 per room per night base in twin share with breakfast.
  
  Native Village Inn Offers unique Native Ifugao cottages which are overlooking the Hapao rice Terraces. The Resort has a lovely garden setting with the many flowers and sitting area's from where you can enjoy breathtaking views. The cozy restaurant with open fireplace has European and Filipino food on the Menu. The toilets and showers with hot water are shared and outside cottage. Its located 9 km away from the downtown Banaue or 30 minutes by trike or jeepney. Parking is available for eight cars.
- Sagada & Bontoc
  
  Archog Hotel
  
  Archog Hotel is probably the place to stay overnight in Bontoc, the getaway for trips to Kalinga. The facilities are less developed than in the cities, but given the hill climate a fan is fine without AC but with hot water. The hotel is right in the center of Bontoc on the main street, so a quite room at the back is preferred by our guests. Their restaurant offers suprizingly tasty and fresh food.
  
  Masferre Country Inn
  
  Php 2,140.00 per room per night base in twin share with breakfast.
  
  Well-placed in the sightseeing, culture area of Sagada city, Masferre Country Inn and Restaurant provides a most conducive spot for you to take a break from your busy days, offering hotel guests a good breakfast, dinner and a broad range of amenities. All guestrooms feature a variety of comforts. Some rooms have wireless internet access, non smoking, desk, balcony/terrace, blackout curtains to please the most discerning guests.
  
  Saint Joseph Resthouse
  
  Php 1,800.00 per room per night base in twin share (cottage) with breakfast.
  
  Saint Joseph Lodge is located in the Hilltop from where you have a great view and can enjoy the freshest breeze of Sagada, have a picnic on its grassy grounds in summer days, or enjoy the warmth of the fireplace during the cold months.
  
  Facilities include stand alone cottages with a capacity of 2-6 pax, which we recommend to our guests, rooms with private bath, dorm-type rooms in their main building, spacious parking area, picnic area, restaurant and conference, meeting hall.
- Baguio
  
  The Manor at Camp John Hay
  
  Php 7,800.00 per room per night base in twin share with breakfast.
  
  The best hotel in and around Baguio, Manor's 158 well-appointed rooms, including 47 elegant suites and feel the luxurious warmth and comfort each exudes. This Hotel is located at the Camp John Hay area and within walking distance of many other restaurants. Rooms come with a view of the forest or garde, a perfect way to start your day upon waking up from a restful, invigorating sleep. We book unless requested otherwise the superior room.
  
  El Cielito Inn
  
  Php 2,800.00 per room per night base in twin share with breakfast.
  
  For the business or leisure traveler who's looking for affordable accommodations in the country's summer capital. Situated near the places that matter in the City, El Cielito Hotel provides a good point to start from. The staff is accommodating but the hotel is quite old and use some upgrading. We book for our guest the standard room without aircon. Baguio at altitude of 1500 meter never gets very hot but if you need the sound of an aircon to fall to sleep then we can upgrade the room. The restaurant is nicely appointed and serves good food choices especially at breakfast.
  
  Le Monet Hotel
  
  Php 5,600.00 per room per night base in twin share with breakfast.
  
  The Le Monet experience is highly personalized and unique to every guest. 70 well-appointed rooms and suites providing the utmost convenience and relaxation, this is the ultimate rejuvenating retreat.Refreshing scents of pines and sweeping views. The hotel has a in house swimming pool full of cold water. Le Monet Hotel is situated at the renowned Camp John Hay area and there are many restaurants options in the area.
  
  Microtel
  
  Php 4,250.00 per room per night base in twin share with breakfast.
  
  Microtel by Wyndham – Baguio in Baguio City, Good value for money hotel which is located near Victory Liner Bus Station and its within walking distance from the session road. The 60 rooms are neat, well kept and the staff is accommodating. The hotel aims to provide be of international standards opf quality. The restaurant is serving a good breakfast buffet. Mountain view room standard with aircon if more cold air is needed located int he new building is booked by us, if available .