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Northern Philippines on a Shoestring
8 days, Manila to Manila
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Pick somewhere different to go for your next adventure – like, really different. These eight days in gorgeous, northern Philippines will stay with you forever. Trek through remote villages to see stunningly green rice terraces, learn about unusual and historic traditions like the hanging coffins of Sagada, and then wrap it all up by meandering down the streets of Manila, which may honestly be some of the most underrated fun this side of Southeast Asia. We swear.
8 days
Manila to Manila
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There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Trip Code: APNY
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
Service Level: Basic
Simple and clean hotels and hostels; affordable public and private transport; lots of optional activities.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 18, avg 12.
Age requirement: 18-39
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Itinerary
Day 1Manila
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Manila/Baguio
Travel north by bus, then enjoy an orientation walk upon arrival to Baguio. Opt to get a massage.
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BreakfastDay 3Baguio/Sagada
After another long day of travel, arrive at the outdoor paradise of Sagada, a base for adventuring.
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BreakfastDay 4Sagada
Free day for hiking or a caving excursion. Opt to visit the hanging coffins the area is famous for.
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BreakfastDay 5Sagada/Batad
Travel via jeepney along scenic mountain roads and then by foot on local hiking trails to reach a local village for an overnight homestay experience. Discover the daily lives of the Ifugao people. Enjoy a cultural performance and a local dinner.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 6Batad/Banaue
Hike back to the main road and hop in a jeepney bound for beautiful Banaue. Enjoy free time and views of the famous rice terraces.
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BreakfastDay 7Banaue/Manila
Free time to trek along the terraces or relax. After soaking in the last of the spectacular views hop on an overnight bus to Manila.
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BreakfastDay 8Manila
Arrive in Manila in the morning. Depart at any time.
What's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Local Living Moment: Batad Homestay, Batad
- Rice terraces trek (Batad)
- Cultural performance (Batad)
- Orientation walk (Baguio)
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Simple hotels (twin-share) or hostels (multi-share) (5 nts), homestay (1 nt), overnight bus (1 nt).
Meals
6 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Allow USD115-150 for meals not included.
Transportation
Public bus, jeepney, walking.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout.
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.