15 day / 14 night tour from
$5808
per person share twinFlights are additional
Highlands to Islands
The Highlands to Islands package showcases the Philippines diverse landscapes beyond its picturesque coastline bringing you to Luzon’s Mountainous Cordillera region, passing the ancient rice terraces of Banaue. You will be high up on a mountain one day and enjoying the pristine beaches the next. The 15 Days tour covers the must-see of Manila, Vigan, Sagada, Banaue, Bohol, Cebu and Palawan region.
Deal Includes
✔ 14 nights luxury accommodation
✔ Meals as specified
✔ Travel by Air-conditioned vehicle and ferry
✔ Local English speaking tour
guide
✔ Monument entrance fees
✔ Airfare: Manila - Bohol, Cebu - Puerto Princesa & El Nido - Manila in Economy class
✔ Sightseeing as specified
✔ Bottle water while travelling
Highlights of the Philippines, 15 day/14 night tour
From $5808 per person
Best time to Travel: Nov - Jun
Tour has set departure dates between 07 Oct 2023 and 26 Apr 2025.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival Manila
On arrival at the Ninoy Aquino International Airport, you will be met by Tour Manager who will assist you with the transfer to the hotel. Stay overnight in Manila.
Day 2: Manila - Vigan
After breakfast travel to Vigan, lunch enroute in Tarlac or Pangasinan. Afternoon enjoy orientation tour walking around Calle Crisologo and St. Agusine Church and Plaza Burgos. Evening after quick wash and change gather at the main restaurant for a welcome dinner. Stay overnight in Vigan. (B,L,D)
Day 3: Vigan - Sagada
After breakfast check out and enjoy your guided half-day sightseeing tour of Vigan City. You will visit Bantay Bell Tower, Heritage Village and Crisologo Museum. Your end at a local restaurant where you will have your lunch before travelling via the winding mountain to Sagada. Stay overnight in Sagada. (B,L)
Day 4: Sagada Tour - Banaue
The perfect place for nature lovers, the Sagada begins your tour of the ancient burial caves and understand the culture and beliefs of Toraja people of Sulawesi. After your lunch at a local restaurant travel east to Bontoc, capital of Mountain Province. Here, we visit an ethnographic Bontoc Museum. Stay two nights in Banaue. (B,L)
Day 5: Banaue, Bangaan Village & Rice Terrace Excursion
After breakfast starts your guided tour riding a private local non-airconditioned jeepney and head to the village of Bang-an. Immerse with some of the local rice farmers to know more about the two thousand years of rice terraces. Enjoy lunch and continue to some other villages and viewpoints before heading back to Banaue. (B,L)
Day 6: Banaue - Manila (Overland)
After an early breakfast travel to Manila, en-route stop for lunch at a local restaurant. The day is free to relax and stay overnight in Manila. (B,L)
Day 7: Manila - Bohol
After breakfast transfer to Manila Domestic airport to board your flight to Bohol. On arrival, you will be met by your English-speaking tour executive, who will assist with transfer and check-in at the hotel for two nights. (B)
Day 8: Bohol, Countryside Excursion
Start your full-day tour of the Bohol countryside, visit the centuries old Baclaon church, a man-made forest, the Tarsier sanctuary & the Chocolate Hills. Later proceed to Loboc town and enjoy cruising on the Loboc River passing riverside villages, mangroves and nipa palm with lunch. (B,L)
Day 9: Bohol - Cebu
After breakfast transfer to Tagbilaran Port to board a ferry to Cebu. After lunch enjoy a half-day sightseeing tour of Cebu, discover the rich history and fascinating culture. Visit Fort San Pedro, the Magellan’s Cross, the Basilica Minore del Santo Nino, The Heritage Monument, Taoist Temple in the upscale Beverly Hills Subdivision. Stay overnight in Cebu. (B,L)
Day 10: Cebu - Puerto Princesa
After breakfast transfer to Mactan Airport to board a flight to Puerto Princesa, a coastal city in the Palawan Island. Stay two nights in Puerto Princesa. (B)
Day 11: Puerto Princesa, Subterranean River National Park
After breakfast accompanies our guide and board the boat to the Subterranean River National Park, the 8.2 kilometre-long underground river that boasts jaw-dropping cave formations, stunning limestone cliffs and pristine water. After visiting the UNESCO World Heritage in Palawan, a sumptuous lunch will be served. Return to the hotel and the rest of the day is at leisure. (B,L)
Day 12: Puerto Princesa - El Nido
After an early breakfast travel to El Nido. Enjoy the scenic ride with lunch and photo stops. Stay two nights in El Nido. (B,L)
Day 13: El Nido Island Hopping Excursion
Today enjoy Island Hopping as we travel by motorboat to witness breathtaking views and magnificent rock formations, limestone cliffs, clear waters of Big Lagoon, Entalula Island, Secret Lagoon, Seven Commandos and Shimizu Island. While the crew prepare your lunch you may opt to swim, snorkel or just relax. (B,L)
Day 14: El Nido - Manila
After breakfast transfer to Lio airport to board your flight to Manila. On arrival enjoy an orientation tour around the city visiting Intramuros – The Walled City of Manila, Fort Santiago, Casa Manila, San Agustin Church passing by Rizal Park, Cultural Center (CCP) and International Convention Center (PICC). Snacks will be served before transfer to hotel. Evening we meet at a local restaurant to enjoy a farewell dinner. Stay overnight in Manila. (B,S,D)
Day 15: Manila Departure
After breakfast tour finishes with a direct transfer to Manila International Airport (B)
(B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, S= Snacks, D = Dinner)
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Terms and Conditions
Valid for new bookings only. Valid for travel as specified and for sales to 29 Feb 24 or sold out. Prices are per person based on twin share in New Zealand dollars. • Prices are correct as at 10 Aug 23 • Prices are thereafter subject to change without notice until time of confirmation. Prices may vary due to a number of factors including tax and surcharge increases, exchange rate movements and availability. • $500 deposit per person is required at time of booking. Please check with your House of Travel agent when full payment is required, however, it will be no later than 45 days prior to departure. • All travel must be commenced and completed as specified. Any additional accommodation is at customers own expense • Some surcharges, closeouts, routing and accommodation restrictions apply. Bedding configurations may vary on twin share options. Twin share is based on two adults sharing a room & using existing bedding. Packages are subject to availability. Departures become guaranteed with a minimum of four passengers. Cancellation and amendment fees apply. Flights are additional. Visa, travel insurance, departure taxes, gratuities and any other personal expenses are at passenger’s own expense. For full terms and conditions please contact your House of Travel agent. • Packages are subject to availability • Product is supplied by reputable suppliers with their own terms and conditions • Please ask your House of Travel consultant for full details. Supplier Code: THO
