Philippines, remote villages and rice terraces, 4 days

Day 01 Thursday (SIC) – Manila/Banaue Journey
From Manila, pass through the countryside settings such
as rice fields surrounding the small towns and villages
that are common sights, showing simplicity of living. Stop
at Dalton Pass, a historical landmark, then on to Bagabag
where picturesque mountains and rivers start to ascend.
Overnight accommodation at Banaue Hotel.

Day 02 Friday – Sagada/Bontoc Discovery (B/L)
American breakfast in the hotel.
Early departure from the hotel. Visit the town of Sagada.
Subject to weather condition, see the ancient burial caves
where mummified remains of the local ancestrals can be
found. Lunch before heading to Bontoc museum,
founded by a Belgian Sister which houses varied
collection of authentic artifacts and photos from the
tribes. Watch a show in Banaue Hotel to be performed by
the natives as they interpret their customs & traditions
through songs and dances which up to now some are still

being practiced (subject to confirmation, which depends
of the occupancy factor of the hotel).
Overnight accommodation at Banaue Hotel

Day 03 Saturday- Rice Terraces & Village tour (B)
American breakfast in the hotel.
On board a local jeepney, tour Banga-an Village, a
traditional village nestled in a panoramic valley of
terraces. The 20-minute walk in a descending trail
permits a closer look into the inner lives of the Ifugaos.
Mingle with them to discover how their daily life goes on.
Move onto the vantage point to view the Rice Terraces as
clouds pass under or over you, an imaginable sights and
experience. Overnight at Banaue Hotel.

Day 04 Sunday – Banaue/Manila (B)
American breakfast in the hotel. Leave Banaue for Manila
taking the same route as Day 02 to end at the drop-off
point in Manila/End