Women’s Getaway to Philippines

(Tour Code: WGTPHFGT) 13 DAYS / 12 you with the transfer to the hotel. Stay two nights in Manila.

This tour showcases the Philippines’ diverse landscapes beyond its picturesque coastline bringing you to Luzon’s mountainous Cordillera region, passing the ancient rice terraces of Banaue. You will be high up on a mountain one day and enjoying the pristine beaches on the next. The tour covers all the important and must-see sites of the Philippines.

Day 02: Manila Sightseeing B D

Enjoy breakfast and an introduction to the tour by the tour Manager before starting the guided tour around the city visiting Intramuros – The Walled City of Manila, Fort Santiago, Casa Manila, San Agustin Church passing by Rizal Park, Cultural Center (CCP) and International Convention Center (PICC). Evening free to explore on your own.

Day 03: Manila – Vigan B D speaking guide for an orientation tour walking around Calle Crisologo, a street of old Spanish structures mostly houses of wealthy families and FilipinoChinese traders. Check-in at the hotel and relax. Stay overnight in Vigan.

Day 04: Vigan – Sagada B D

Day 01: Arrive Manila

On arrival at the airport, you will be met by Tour Manager who will assist

After an early breakfast at the hotel, check out and travel to Vigan, a city on the west coast of Luzon Island. It’s known for its preserved Spanish colonial and Asian architecture. On arrival, meet your local English-

After breakfast check out and enjoy your guided half-sightseeing tour of Vigan City - a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the New 7 Wonders Cities. You will ride a “Kalesa,” a horse-drawn carriage and visit Bantay Bell Tower, Heritage Village, Crisologo Museum, a centuryold mansion. Your kalesa ride ends at a local restaurant before traveling via the winding mountain to Sagada. Upon arriving in Sagada, the rest of the day is at leisure until dinner. Stay overnight in Sagada.

What’s included: 12 Nights deluxe accommodation Travel, transfers, and sightseeing by a chartered air-conditioned vehicle Group assistance & transfers Sightseeing as specified Meals as specified THO Tour Manager (Minimum 7 people) Local English-speaking tour guide Monument entrance fees Airfare Manila - Puerto Princesa and El Nido - Manila in Economy Class Bottled water while traveling and all current collectible taxes.

Day 05: Sagada – Banaue B D

The perfect place for nature lovers, the Sagada, beginning your tour of the ancient burial caves. During the walk, see coffins with mummified bodies hung in the caves of the mountain. Travel east to Bontoc, capital of Mountain Province. Here, we visit an ethnographic Bontoc Museum, contains an ethnographic collection artifact from of the tribesfrom headhunters trophies to musical instruments, everyday tools, a big collection of photographs from 1909 and an outdoor mini village with traditional houses. Check-in at the hotel and relax. Stay two nights in Banaue.

Day 06: Banaue B D

After breakfast, start your guided tour riding a private local non-airconditioned jeepney and head to the village of Bang-an. A farming village where its rice terraces became wellknown due to its stunning views. A 20-minute walk on a descending trail gives a closer view of the Ifugao world and gives a full insight into the Ifugao’s way of living. Immerse some of the local rice farmers to know more about the rice terraces, other villages and viewpoints before heading back to Banaue.

Day 07: Banaue – Manila B D

After an early breakfast, travel back to Manila. Check-in and rest of the day at leisure. Stay overnight in Manila.

Day 08: Manila –

Puerto Princesa B D

Transfer to board a flight to Puerto Princesa, a coastal city in Palawan island well known as a base for boat trips through the massive limestone caves and underground river of the biodiverse Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park. On arrival, you will be met by your tour executive who will assist with a transfer to your hotel. Stay two nights in Puerto Princesa.

Day 09: Puerto Princesa B L

After breakfast meet your tour guide who accompanies you to the port to board the boat to the Subterranean River National Park, one of the most popular national parks located on the western island of Palawan. The 8.2 kilometer-long underground river that boasts jaw-dropping cave formations, stunning limestone cliffs and pristine water. After visiting the UNESCO World Heritage in Palawan, a sumptuous lunch will be served. Return to the hotel and the rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 10: Puerto Princesa –El Nido B D

After an early breakfast, travel to El Nido. Enjoy the scenic ride and photo stops. Rest of the day will be at leisure. Stay three nights in El Nido.

Day 11: El Nido B L

Today get ready for the Island-

Hopping tour which will take you on a journey to explore a specific part of the islands surrounding El Nido. You will discover beautiful and preserved islands, clear water lagoons, white sand beaches, snorkeling sites, and their hundreds of fishes and coral species. You may opt to swim, snorkel or just relax and take pictures on one of the islands while the crew set up and prepare your lunch.

Day 12: El Nido B D

Day at leisure for own activities. Later in the evening, enjoy the Farewell dinner and share the tour memories with your fellow travelers.

Day 13: El Nido – Manila B

After breakfast, the tour finishes with a transfer to board a flight to Manila and further for an onward journey.

Departure & Pricing

(AU$ PER PERSON From)

Tour notes:

Suggested Gratuity AU$ 150 pp: Driver, Tour Guide and Tour Manager Domestic economy airfare included: AU$ 255 pp