10-Day Philippines Scenic Nature Holiday Package to Luzon Highlands & Bohol Island Countryside

Your trip towards the Luzon highlands starts today. You will check out of your Manila hotel, and your van will take you to the airport. On this day, you will be exploring Ilocos Norte and Ilocos Sur. You will be flying off to Laoag International Airport.

The first stop is the Malacanang of the North, which is a presidential museum in the town of Paoay. Next, you will visit Paoay Lake and then Paoay Church. Afterward, you will head to the town of Batac, where the Marcos Museum is located.

The 2-story Juan and Antonio Luna Museum is an ancestral house in the town of Badoc. You’ll get to know more about the Luna brothers. The next attractions you will visit are important historical and religious sites. The first is Saint Paul Cathedral, also known as Vigan Cathedral. The next is Bantay Church, which comes with a bell tower used as a watchtower during the Spanish era.

You will learn the traditional way of making pottery in Vigan at Pagburnayan. The Burgos Museum, the National Museum, and the Crisologo Museum are the following destinations you will go to.

The city of Vigan is also home to a zoo complex called Baluarte. An interesting aspect of this zoo is its open area where visitors can interact with tame animals. To wrap up your tour, you will visit Calle Crisologo, the most popular street in the city.

It's going to be a long drive to your next destination. The town of Sagada is over 250 km away from Laoag City. What's more, the town is nestled within the Cordillera Mountains, so expect many zigzagged roads.

On this day, you will be hiking and spelunking, so it's best to gear up. You will first visit Sugong Cave. This area is the site of the famous hanging coffins of Sagada. On the mountainside, there are wooden coffins where important people of the community are laid to rest.

Echo Valley is a natural site with an amazing view of the surrounding trees and mountains. Hiking through the valley will lead you to Bokong Falls. Afterward, it’s time to go spelunking in Sumaguing Cave. This cave is also known as Big Cave since it's the largest one. Exploring Sumaguing Cave is no easy feat and can definitely be a challenge.

At the Bontoc Tribal Museum, you can learn more about the locals' traditions and customs of the Cordillera Mountains. There is even a replica of the tribal village that can found outside the museum.

After your tour, your van will take you back to your Sagada hotel.

On the 4th day of your tour, you will be visiting Banaue, which is known for the rice terraces. This world heritage site is an ancient rural practice, and you can get to know more about it during your tour.

The first place you will visit is the small village of Batad. To reach this village, you have to go through rice paddies on foot. From afar, the Batad Rice Terraces look like an amphitheater. You can enjoy a panoramic view of this at the Batad Banaue Viewpoint. To reach the view deck, you need to hike up for 30 minutes.

If you would rather go somewhere else, you can also visit Tappiya Waterfall, close to the village. However, going there can be quite a challenge. You also have the option to visit Banga-an Village. This destination requires the least amount of hiking, but there will still be a bit of walking involved.

After visiting the tourist destination of your choice, you will then go to the Bontoc Tribal Museum. A Belgian nun founded it, and it aims to preserve the history of the indigenous tribe of the Ifugaos. A section of the museum is dedicated to the items excavated from the Cordillera caves.

After checking out from your hotel in Banaue, your van will take you to Baguio City. This is one of the country's most popular summer destinations as it has a cool climate and excellent tourist destinations.

You will get to visit the Ifugao Museum that has an excellent ethnographic collection. Then you will learn about the importance of Baguio City in World War II when you go to the Surrender Site of General Yamashita.

In 1898, the Philippine Military Academy was established in Baguio. To this day, it is still the premier military institution of the country. The next stop will be The Mansion, which is the Philippine President’s summer palace.

It's a bit hard to believe that Camp John Hay used to be a military base. Now it is a tourist destination with plenty of green spaces, dining establishments, and even hotels.

At Mines View Park, you'll be able to see the old mining town of the region. Wright park, on the other hand, is a good place to go horseback riding. Meanwhile, at the Centennial Park, located inside the Botanical Garden, you can view the wonderful flora and even art of Baguio City.

Good Shepherd Convent sells some of the most sought-after products of the city. Visitors line up to purchase their famous ube jam.

On this day, you will go down Baguio City and head south towards the province of Tarlac. You are going to visit an active volcano and see its beautiful crater lake. This day will involve hiking, so wear comfortable shoes.

To access Mt. Pinatubo, you need to go to the base camp in Tarlac’s Sta. Juliana. The last major eruption of Mt. Pinatubo happened during the early nineties. One of the effects of it is the surrounding terrain has become very rough and sandy. The best way to reach the volcano is to ride a 4x4 vehicle.

You will be crossing Crow Valley, which has a surface comparable to that of the moon. Once you have reached the trail, you need to go forward on foot. Not to worry, as the hike is quite simple that even beginners can do it.

The crater lake of Mt. Pinatubo is a wonderful hue of blue and green. It's definitely an excellent backdrop for photos, especially when combined with the surrounding crater walls. Once you have descended the volcano, you will go back to the base camp.

Your van will pick you up in Tarlac and bring you to Manila. You will check-in at a Baywalk area hotel.

The island of Bohol is home to many tourist attractions. You will spend the rest of your vacation in this wonderful province. On this day, you will visit the quiet village of Cambuhat, which is located in Buenavista.

You are going on a scenic paddle boat ride to reach the village. The river you will pass through has vines, mangroves, and tropical palms lining it as well as a few nipa huts. Once you have reached the Cambuhat Village, you can learn about the locals' way of living.

One of the major sources of livelihood in the village is the Cambuhat Oyster Farm. Here, you will be able to know how oysters are farmed and the village's ecological practices. You'll get the sample fresh oysters from the farm and even try a few local delicacies.

Aside from oyster farming, the locals also make a living by creating different handicrafts. You can see them make items like seashell accessories and brooms. During the cultural presentation, you can learn more about the livelihood and traditions of the Cambuhat people.

After you tour the Cambuhat Village, your van will take you back to your accommodation in Panglao.

Be sure to wear a lot of sunblock today as you will visit the beautiful Pamilacan Island. This island is located in the heart of the Bohol Sea and is known for its rich marine life.

Your van will pick you up from your Panglao hotel and take you to the port. You will then ride a boat to Pamilacan Island. Be sure to be awake during your trip, as you might spot a few sea creatures. Locals and visitors have spotted dolphins, whales, and even manta rays in the area.

You can expect fine, white sand beaches and clear waters at Pamilacan Island. If you want to see colorful schools of fish and wonderful corals, you should go snorkeling at the sanctuary.

Since the island is a small one, you can also tour the area on foot. Pamilacan Island is home to a national historic landmark. You can spot an old tower that dates back hundreds of years ago in the northern area.

Take note that the island is not a commercialized one. There are no ATMs or banks. Electricity and freshwater are also limited. After your tour, you will go back to the mainland, and your van will bring you to your Panglao hotel.

On the 9th day of your tour, we will be exploring the countryside of Bohol. The first stop is Corella Tarsier Sanctuary, which is home to the smallest primates in the world. The tarsier has large eyes that are sensitive to light. Make sure to turn off your flash when taking photos of them.

On the next part of your tour, you will go on the Loboc River Cruise. You will ride a floating restaurant and enjoy cultural presentations from the locals and scenic views of the Loboc River.

You will then get to visit the historic Baclayon Church. Back in 2013, Bohol was hit by a major earthquake, and the structure was heavily damaged. Baclayon Church has since been restored.

At the Butterfly Conservatory, you can learn more about the lifespan of the butterfly. You will also get to see the different species that are native to the province. Up next, you will visit Bilar Forest, which is actually man-made.

The cherry on top of your tour will be the Chocolate Hills. Over 1,000 hills of almost the same height sit right next to each other in the town of Carmen. During the summer, the hills take on a chocolate appearance as the grasses turn brown.

Your tour of Luzon and Bohol has come to an end. After 10 days, you have visited some of the best attractions of the country. On this day, you need to go back to Manila. Your van will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Panglao International Airport, where you will ride a plane back to Luzon.