Complete 1-Week Heritage, Scenic & Volcano Adventure Tour to Ilocos, Baguio & Mount Pinatubo Package

For Day 2 of this Philippines travel package, you will head up north to Ilocos Norte. Your van will pick you up from your hotel and take you to Ninoy Aquino International Airport. You’ll then take a flight to Laoag International Airport. 

Today you will tour some of Laoag City’s top attractions. St. Williams Cathedral, a 17th-century church, is the first attraction of the day. One of its most popular draws is its bell tower, which is said to be sinking. The Sinking Bell Tower is estimated to have been constructed during the 18th century, and it used to have a large clock. Your next stop is Aurora Park. During the 16th century, Aurora Park was said to be the heart of the city. Now, it is in front of the Laoag City Hall and is home to the historic Tobacco Monopoly Monument. The next location you will visit is Paoay town. It is the site of the Malacanang of the North, which was the former residence of the 10th President of the Philippines, Ferdinand Marcos. Also in the town of Paoay is Paoay Church. You will get to visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site as this church is also included in the collective Baroque Churches of the Philippines. 

You will be picked up from your accommodations for your complimentary tour on day 3. On this tour, you will explore the outdoor attractions of Ilocos Norte. You’ll first visit the Bacarra Ruins, the remains of what once was one of the highest bell towers in the Philippines. You’ll also visit the Kapurpurawan Rock Formation, a breathtaking natural attraction that is the perfect backdrop for travel photos. Also on your itinerary are the Cape Bojeador Lighthouse (the highest elevated active lighthouse in the Philippines), the Bangui Windmills, Pagudpod Beach, Bantay Abot, and the Patapat Viaduct.

You will check out of your Laoag accommodations and head to Vigan in Ilocos Sur. Your complimentary Vigan Tour will take you to religious structures, historical sites, and even a zoo. The first stop of the day is the historic Bantay Church and Bell Tower. Bantay Church was first built during the 16th century, but it sustained heavy damages during World War II and was rebuilt during the 1950s. On the other hand, its bell tower has remained intact. You will then visit St. Paul Cathedral, an 18th-century Earthquake Baroque Church. It has the country’s only Archbishop Palace, which was built during the Spanish colonization period.

The next stop is another UNESCO World Heritage site, Calle Crisologo. This picturesque street features old Spanish structures and cobblestone roads. For more information on the Philippine lifestyle during the Spanish era, the Crisologo Museum is a good place to visit. This ancestral house has well-preserved memorabilia of the political Crisologo family. 

You’ll end your tour with stops at Pagburnayan (where you can learn the basics of pottery), the Baluarte Zoo, and Cristy’s Loom Weaving.

On the fifth day of your Philippine holiday package, you will check out of your accommodations and head to the City of Pines. Baguio City is the summer capital of the Philippines, well-known for its crisp, fresh air and rich culture. After you have checked in at your deluxe-level accommodations, feel free to explore the nearby areas on your own or try the local cuisine at restaurants and cafés. Remember that you have a complimentary tour of the city the next day, so reserve some energy for it.

It’s the last full day you can tour the Philippines for this vacation package. Make the most of it by enjoying your complimentary Baguio City tour. Your first stop is Mirador Hill and Lourdes Grotto, and then you’ll head to Diplomat Hotel, an old building that is famous for being supposedly haunted. Next, you’ll visit Camp John Hay, which is home to towering trees, expansive gardens, hotels, restaurants, and other establishments.

You’ll also get to visit the summer house of the President of the Philippines, the Mansion. It features an ornate gate, which is one of the most photographed places in Baguio. Right in front of the property is a charming park. During this tour, you will also stop at Wright Park, Mines View Park, and Centennial Park, which is also known as the Baguio Botanical Garden.

For the final day of your 7-day vacation package, you will go on a trip to Mount Pinatubo. This infamous volcano had one of the largest eruptions in the world in the 20th century. Soon after, it became a popular tourist destination. From your vehicle, you need to switch to a 4x4 truck. It is the ideal vehicle for traveling through the craggy and bumpy roads of Mount Pinatubo. The 4x4 truck will take you to the bottom of the view deck. Then you will start your ascent. Not to worry, as the climb up can be done by just about everyone, including beginners. You can then bask in the mesmerizing view of the crater of Mount Pinatubo. After your Pinatubo Tour, your driver will take you back to Manila.