Gastronomic 14-Day Food Tour Package to North Luzon, Cebu, Iloilo, & Bacolod with Flights & Hotels

Today, you’ll go on your first free tour in Pampanga for this 2-week trip. Pampanga is renowned for its food due to its rich culinary heritage and skilled cooks. The province is considered the Culinary Capital of the Philippines because of its diverse and flavorful dishes. The province is famous for dishes like sisig (chopped and grilled pork), tocino (sweet cured pork), and exotic dishes that showcase the creativity and distinct taste of their cooking.

For this culinary tour in Pampanga, you’ll begin with a food demo and lunch at Atching Lillian. Depart for Dandy's Cookies in a residential area for pasalubong. Continue your journey with a visit to Bale Batu and Gintung Pakpak before exploring Old Town Ensaimada for more pasalubong. Finally, indulge in a food demo and dinner at Lola Nor's Meryendahan.

You’ll go on a Pangasinan culinary tour today. Once you're settled, your guide will give you a list of the different foods to try during the tour, starting with the local specialty, puto calasiao. These rice cakes come in various colors and flavors, like pandan, ube, or cheese. Next, head to Je's Bagoong Factory to learn about their history and see how fermented fish sauce is made. Visit Binmaley Bangus Maker to see the process of making bangus (milkfish). The tour will end with a cooking demo at La Mesa Amor Restaurant.

Afterward, you’ll travel to Baguio next and check in at a comfort-level hotel.

Today, you’ll go on a free Baguio culinary, coffee, and beer food tour. Your guide will lead you to Cocina del Sol first. It’s a Spanish-inspired restaurant, and here you’ll participate in a silver craft-making session. After crafting your silver masterpieces, have an early lunch featuring Cordilleran-Spanish fusion dishes. 

Next, visit the popular coffee shop Kape Umali for a taste of their finest locally grown coffee blends. Then, explore Baguio Country Club for scenic views and grab some pastries and souvenirs. 

Head to the historic Diplomat Hotel for breathtaking rooftop views. Despite its haunted reputation, you can enjoy the scenery. Lastly, conclude your day with a dinner and refreshing beer at Baguio Craft Brewery.

Today, you'll head to Vigan via land transfer. Once you've settled into your hotel, either relax and explore on your own or join a tour to explore the historic spots in Vigan City.

If you decide to book the Vigan tour, you’ll be visiting a lot of top tourist attractions. Your guide will pick you up from your Ilocos Sur hotel and take you to Vigan's famous Calle Crisologo. Enjoy a ride aboard a kalesa or a horse-drawn carriage and learn about its history. Pose for creative photos along the cobblestone streets. 

Next, visit Syquia Mansion, the former residence of President Elpidio Quirino, which showcases family paintings and antique furniture. Experience pottery making at Pagburnayan, then head to St. Paul Cathedral, a significant Baroque-style church. Explore Vigan National Museum, the birthplace of Fr. Jose Burgos, and end your day at Baluarte Zoo, home to Philippine endemic animals.

Your free tour for today will begin with a morning pickup at your hotel in Vigan. The first destination is Sta. Maria, where you'll explore the local production of muscovado, balicucha, and sukang Iloko. Gain insight into the production process before you visit the UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site, Sta. Maria Church. It is renowned for its Baroque design. Following this, you'll have the opportunity to dine at a local Ilokano restaurant (at your own expense) before going to Calle Crisologo. 

Along this iconic street in Vigan, witness the traditional art of loom weaving and the creation of the Ilocos empanada, known for its distinct orange and crispy shell. The traditional Ilocos weaving involves a unique process of beating the fabric with sticks to produce inabel. You’ll also make a stop at Cafe Leona, where you can enjoy a meal of authentic Ilocano Cuisine (at your own expense). 

Today, you’ll arrive in Laoag and check in at your hotel. After settling in, you’ll go on a free tour of Laoag’s heritage attractions. Your driver will pick you up at your hotel first, then you will start the Laoag tour at St. William's Cathedral, a prominent Roman Catholic church. Nearby is the Sinking Bell Tower, sinking one inch annually.

Visit Aurora Park and then the Tobacco Monopoly Monument next, commemorating the end of Spanish tobacco control. You’ll also go to the Malacañang of the North, once Ferdinand Marcos' residence and now a museum. Head to Paoay Church next and then to Ilocos Sand Dunes, which offers a chance to book add-on 4x4 rides. Learn more about Ilocos heritage at Batac Museum (Marcos Museum) and try empanadas at Batac Empanadahan before ending the tour.

Today, you’ll fly to Cebu via Philippine Airlines. Once you land, you’ll be transferred to your hotel and check-in. Afterward, you can relax at your hotel, explore the city on your own, or book an add-on tour that will let you explore Cebu’s top attractions.

If you decide to book the tour, you’ll first visit the Heritage of Cebu Monument, which depicts key events in Cebu's history, followed by the Yap-San Diego Ancestral House, a 16th-century Chinese home. Visit Magellan’s Cross next, a historic Christian symbol, and the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño, the country's oldest church housing a relic from the 1600s. Conclude your trip at Pedro Calungsod Church, a unique chapel honoring the Filipino saint. Enjoy a quick tour of South Road Properties, Colon Street, Fuente Osmena Circle, and Capitol Site before heading back.

Today, you’ll go on a free food tour in Cebu with visits to some of the top attractions in the area. Your day kicks off in the morning with a hotel pick-up. You’ll have your lunch first at House of Lechon and try some of their authentic cuisine. Next, you’ll visit Fort San Pedro and learn more about the history of Cebuanos Parian Heritage. 

You’ll also visit Sto Niño Church and Magellan's Cross for a cultural touch. Grab some snacks at Il Corso Food Park and shop for souvenirs. Top off the day with dinner at Sugbo Market or Carbon Market, which is perfect for street vibes.

You’ll take a Philippine Airlines flight today from Cebu to Iloilo and check in at your hotel. Once settled in, you can relax at your hotel or explore Iloilo on your own. You can also book an add-on Islas de Gigantes island-hopping tour with lunch if you want to.

If you decide to book this tour, you’ll start your Islas de Gigantes adventure at Bancal Port Carles, register at the tourism office, and board a boat to Pulupandan Island. You’ll explore its unique features before heading to Cabugao Gamay Island and Lantangan Beach. 

Enjoy a seafood lunch at Antonia Beach next and visit Bantigue Sandbar for snorkeling. End your tour at Tangke Salt Water Lagoon, known for its mystique and stunning scenery. Have a great time swimming and cliff-diving before heading back to the port.

Today, you’ll go on a free Iloilo food tour. After being picked up from your hotel, you’ll begin your culinary journey at Netong’s Restaurant, renowned for its Original Special La Paz Batchoy, a savory noodle soup originating from La Paz district in Iloilo City. Next up is Roberto’s, famous for delectable siopao with unique fillings like bacon and Chinese sausage, followed by Kap Ising’s, serving the local wonton soup dish, Pancit Molo. 

Visit the historic Casa Mariquit, a 200-year-old ancestral house, and then explore Jaro Cathedral, known for the Lady of the Candles. Opt for a seafood feast at Breakthrough or Tatoy’s Manokan and Seafoods for lunch. Admire the red spires of Molo Church before ending your tour with snack shopping at Biscocho Haus.

You’ll travel to Bacolod today via OceanJet. Once you arrive, you’ll be taken to your hotel to check-in. After settling in, you can relax at the hotel or go outside to explore Bacolod at your own pace. You can also book an add-on tour, which is a Bacolod contemporary art scene tour.

With this Bacolod tour, you’ll start first at Negros Museum to explore the province's history. Move on to the vibrant Orange Project in Bacolod's Art District next to see contemporary art, including works by renowned artists. Catch local films at the Safe House Theater afterward and enjoy coffee. Visit Museo de Lasalle for religious artifacts on the University of St. La Salle campus. Wrap up at Lim Guan Art Studio for personalized caricature portraits or insights into painting techniques with artist Lim Guan.

Today, you’ll have your last free tour for this culinary tour in the Philippines. Wait for the assigned driver at your Bacolod hotel, who will then take you to the 19th-century San Sebastian Church, now housing the Diocese of Bacolod. After offering short prayers, proceed to Bacolod Plaza, established in 1927, for leisure and cultural activities. 

Visit the lagoon by the provincial capital park, adorned with statues next, and then head to Manokan Country for Bacolod's famous chicken inasal. Next, explore Negros Forest Park, with an optional visit to the Gallery of Masks, followed by La Guerta and the Glass Vintage Museum. Continue to the New Government Center and stop by The Ruins, a vintage manor built in 1920. End your tour with visits to the well-known souvenir shops in Bacolod, Bongbong’s, or Merci.

Today, make use of your hotel amenities and explore Bacolod for the last time before checking out and ending your food tour in the Philippines. You’ll then be taken to the airport so you can catch your flight to Manila via Philippine Airlines.