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Rice Terraces, Caves & Boracay

An exciting Philippines holiday that offers you a chance to enjoy a range of iconic sights across the islands
Duration: 11 days
Location: Philippines
Highlights: Pagsanjan Falls, Rice Terraces, Boracay, Island Culture
Price: £2,756pp
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This Philippines holiday give you the chance to experience some of the must-see areas of this unique archipelago. Starting in the lively atmosphere of Manila you’ll be quickly immersed into the Filipino culture, kayak down the Pagsanjan River to the breathtaking Pagsanjan Falls, before moving on to marvel at the rice terraces in Banaue, and end your holiday with a few nights relaxing on the stunning island of Boracay! This is a holiday that gives you a range of activities to enjoy! You’ll enjoy staying in a variety of accommodations – starting with something a little bit more basic and ending with luxury on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world! Take a look and use this as a starting point for your own personalised holiday to Philippines – change the order, add-in a stop or change the length. Or we can start from scratch … call today!

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SAMPLE ITINERARY

Day 1: UK to Manila
Take an overnight flight to Manila, via Dubai. 

Day 2: Manila
On arrival in Manila, you will be met and privately transferred 20 mins to spend 2 nights at The Henry, a hidden gem amid the lively activity of Manila. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the pool or head out into this bustling city to explore everything it has to offer! We recommend a trip to the historic walled city of Intramuros to walk down it’s cobbled streets and visit famous landmarks such as the Manila Cathedral and Casa Manila. 

Day 3: Manila 
Today you will be collected by your driver and be taken 2 hours to the Laguna province. From there, you will switch to a kayak and paddle down a narrow river until you reach the picturesque Pagsanjan Falls. Make sure you keep an eye out for monkeys on your way! Once you reach the Falls, enjoy the beauty of the 120m cascade and take a dip in the lagoon, before you’re driven on to Tagatay, where amazing views of the Taal Volcano awaits. 

Day 4: Manila to Banaue 
Today you will fly over to Cauayan where, on arrival, you will be met and transferred privately for approximately 4hrs to Banaue Hotel, your home for the next 3 nights. The hotel is comfortable yet basic, but it’s the best option when visiting the rice terraces! Want some more time in Manila? Talk to us about adding in an extra night to explore.

Day 5: Banaue
After breakfast this morning you will board a jeepney and be taken to explore the incredible rice terraces at Batad. After trekking over to a view point for spectacular views of the rice terraces, you’ll head down to the village of Bangaan, home to the Ifugao tribe who created the remarkable terraces. After enjoying a lunch of traditional dishes at a local restaurant, head back to the hotel to spend an afternoon relaxing by the pool. 

Day 6: Banaue to Sagada 
Today you will be privately transferred approximately 4 hrs to Sagada. You will journey through the mountains with spectacular views and plenty of stops for photographs. You will also stop at the Bontoc Museum which houses an array of authentic artifacts and photos of Ifugao culture, before continuing your journey to the unique Sagada hanging coffins and Bokong Falls. After a day of sightseeing, you will be taken to Masferre Country Inn for one night. The Masferre is a modest accommodation located at the heart of Sagada. Want some more luxury on your holiday? Talk to us about alternative accomodations.

Day 7: Sagada to Baguio  
After a relaxing morning, you will be collected and transferred approx. 5 hrs to El Cielto Inn for 1 night. This cosy hotel sits on Engineer’s Hill, which is a perfect spot for a panoramic view of the city. Once you’ve settled in, there is a night market just a 13 min walk from your hotel, which is the perfect place to pick up souvenirs, or gifts to take home with you!

Day 8: Baguio to Boracay 
This morning you will check out of El Cielto Inn and be transferred 4 hrs to Manila Airport where you will then fly over to Caticlan Airport. From there, you will take a short boat journey over to Boracay, where on arrival you will be collected and transferred a short drive to spend 4 nights in luxury at the boutique Villa Caemilla. Talk to us about upgrading your stay to the Shangri-La, or another hotel! 

Day 9-11: Boracay 
You will have three full days at your leisure to relax on this beautiful island! Soak up the sun on White Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, known for it’s crystal clear water and pure white sand. There are plenty of opportunities for snorkelling around the island, so make sure you go for a swim and look out for tropical fish! Hire a bike to explore the island at your own pace or grab a paddle board to get out on the water. If you’re not done exploring, book on to an island-hopping tour to visit more of the surrounding islands. 

Day 12: Boracay to UK (via Manila)
This morning you will bid farewell to Villa Caemilla as you take a boat back over to Caticlan and take an onward flight to Manila. On arrival in Manila, you will connect with your international flight back to the UK. Welcome Home! Want some more time to relax on the beach? Ask us to extend your stay on the beach. 

Terrace overlooking the pool at The Henry

‘Jeepneys’ in Manila

Casa Manila in Intramuros, Manila

Rice Terraces at Batad

The pool at Banaue Hotel

Bokong Falls

Villa Caemilla

White Beach on Boracay

View of the beach from Villa Caemilla Hotel

 

This Phillipines holiday idea costs from £2,756pp and includes – international flights (price based on London); 11 nights accommodation on a sharing basis; daily breakfasts; domestic flights, ferry transfers, tours & activities as listed and ATOL protection.

Now let’s make this holiday yours
Feel like heading over to Cebu or Bohol as well? Want to take the luxury level up? Let us do the work. Call 01273 923100 now or complete an enquiry form. 

 

The latest word on the street about Philippines holidays:

Our time in the Philippines was amazing. The itinerary was perfect and it was such a reassurance to know you would take care of everything. The tour guides were so friendly, helpful and knowledgeable with that real Philippine spirit of hospitality. My children enjoyed everything and we had so much fun snorkeling and kayaking in beautiful clear waters! Thank you for showing us part of this beautiful country. 

Martin Emmett Philippines

We just wanted to say a very big thank you for the amazing Philippines holiday we have just returned from. The itinerary was fantastic packing in all the highlights while leaving ample beach time! Plus it all ran smoothly, with wonderful guides and we enjoyed every activity we did. This really has been a memorable trip.

Sam Williams Philippines

Just to let you know we had an amazing time in the Philippines! It’s difficult to choose highlights as everything was fantastic. The Philippines are beautiful, rich in history with amazing food and wonderful people. Eric (our guide) was brilliant and went above and beyond. Thank you! 

Angie Faulkner Philippines

 

 

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