14 days winter escape - philippines

Early wake up call, then leave the hotel on board a local jeepney to catch the first stirrings of daybreak at Bangaan Village. The trip to the village entails a 45-minute ride on a mountain trail that zigzags its way through deep gorges and ridges of dizzying heights. A short trek downhill will take you to the heart of the village where you can observe how the villagers go about their daily chores, or walk along the narrow edges of the rice paddies and examine closely the structure of the rice terraces and its irrigation processes. Afterwards, return to the hotel for breakfast. Check out and depart for another overland journey, traversing through Mt. Polis, Ifugao’s third highest mountain. Come to a stop at Bontoc, a village that lies along the Chico River, and visit a museum that features artifacts and old photos, some of which are of the Igorot headhunting days. Short stroll to the local market too before continuing on to yet another tranquil highland settlement, Sagada. With its beautiful landscape, a cool climate, cavestudded limestone formations, and excellent hiking amid pine trees Sagada is also world famous for its hanging coffins. Afterwards, depart for Bauko, atop of which lies Mt. Data Lodge.

Dinner and overnight.

Make an early start for another long trip ahead. Drive along Halsema Highway, pass Mt. Timbak, the third highest mountain in Luzon, before you will begin your 1,5-hour trek to the summit. At the summit, enjoy panoramic views of vegetable terraces and the villages that dot the landscape. If the caretaker is on hand, view the mummies that are kept under lock and key in one of the caves. Then trek back down and carry on with your trip until you reach Baguio City. Late lunch in a local restaurant then embarks on a brief rolling tour of the city,

Overnight at the the hotel.

Make an early start, stransfer to Baguio Loakan Airport for your flight to Cebu. Upon arrival in Cebu, transfer to resort in Mactan.

Cebu City's reputation as one of the country's top tourist destinations is due to its all-year-round warm climate and accessibility. Named as the country's second international gateway, Cebu is rich in history, and is the oldest city (1565) in the Philippines.

The city tour starts with a visit to the majestic Taoist Temple. Situated 6 km from the city center is this impressive and highly ornate temple of the Taoist religious community. Its size and architecture are evidence that a considerable part of Cebu's population is ethnically Chinese. On the way to the Basilica, pass by Cebu's Provincial Capital and Carbon Market. Stop by the Basilica de San Agustin, which houses the statue of the Infant Jesus.

A short walk away is Magellan's Cross, the place where Christianity was first planted in Cebu. Not far away is Fort San Pedro, the first military stronghold in the country. Proceed to Casa Gorordo, the last stop of the tour. The Parian district in today's downtown area was the residential home of Cebu's wealthy at the turn of the century. Of the remaining four houses, the Gorordo residence was restored and furnished in the style of the period. Apart from its furniture, there are porcelain, liturgical pieces, clothes and old photographs of Cebu. Lunch at a local restaurant before heading to Cebu City Pier for your Ferry transfer to Tagbilaran.

Upon arrival in Tagbilaran Port, transfer to resort. Overnight at resort.

Breakfast at the Hotel. Pick-up and proceed for your Fascinating Bohol Tour with lunch. Leave your resort early in the morning for a day trip that will introduce you to the wonders of Bohol. First stop is the Philippine Tarsier Foundation in the town of Corella, which serves as a refuge for the smallest primate in the world, the tarsier. Observe these rare, nocturnal creatures in their natural habitat and be amazed by their agility as they move about, leaping from one tree to the other, and swivel their heads nearly 360 degrees. Then proceed to Baclayon, make a short stop at the historical Blood Compact site, where Spain’s Miguel Lopez de Legazpi and Datu Sikatuna, a native chieftain, sealed their friendship with a symbolic drink. In Baclayon, visit a centuries-old stone church that houses a museum containing a collection of religious art, ecclesiastical vestments, as well as librettos of church music inscribed in Latin on animal skins. Proceed with the tour, passing by Bilar man-made forest, a thick undergrowth of towering mahogany trees grown on the fringes of the highway leading to the Chocolate Hills, the country’s geological wonder. From a distance, these hills look like huge candy drops that change in color with the season, and are aptly named ‘chocolate’ when the hill grasses turn deep brown in summer. Hike up to the viewpoint for a bird’s eye view of the surrounding area before moving on to Loboc River where a cruise downstream on a floating restaurant is made more enjoyable with a delectable lunch served on board. Return to the hotel by late afternoon.

Spend the day at leisure or opt for Balicasag Island Tour or Pamilacan Island Tour

Check out & Transfer to Airport for your flight to El Nido, Palawan. Overnight at the resort

Start with early breakfast to catch the sunrise of the breathtaking Bacuit Bay. Visit the Small OR Big Lagoons. Enjoy swimming and kayaking in the crystal waters surrounded by lime rock formations. Visit another island while cruising the bay. Overnight at resort

Day at leisure or Visit the Small OR Big Lagoons. Enjoy swimming and kayaking in the crystal waters surrounded by lime rock formations. Visit another island while cruising the bay. Overnight at resort.

Day at leisure or Visit the Small OR Big Lagoons. Enjoy swimming and kayaking in the crystal waters surrounded by lime rock formations. Visit another island while cruising the bay. Overnight at resort.

Boracay at leisure

Boracay at leisure

Day at leisure until your departure for Caticlan Airport for your flight to Cebu or Manila

We hope you have had a memorable trip and wish you pleasant onward travels!