4D/3N Banaue Rice Terraces & Sagada Tour Starting From: PHP 9,200.00 or $227
4D/3N Banaue & Sagada Starting From: PHP 9,200.00 or $227
Banaue Rice Terraces. The amazing Eighth Wonder of the World, has been functioning as rice paddy terraces for the Igorot tribes living in the rugged North. These steps were carved out of mountains in prehistoric times using sheer brawn. With their fierce culture, even now the Igorots tend to the terraces and perform ancient rituals linked to the cosmic force that inspired their farming ancestors to build this sustainable technology—a truly original feat of engineering. The climate is cold owing to high altitude, and walking into the mist is almost like hearing breathy whispers from beyond. People are always coming to trek its cool trails. Maybe to fathom this 2,000-year old enigma. Or perhaps to meditate on the ancient belief that in trekking these stairways to heaven, they live out their own legend.
Day 1
Departure Manila 6-8am, depend on your preference time, it’s a 8-10 hours drive to Banaue town in the north of the Philippines. Banaue, the home of the rice terraces. You may stop on the way to Banaue for some refreshments and picture taking. Upon arrival check in to the hotel
Day 2
After breakfast you will start the tour, and you may choose from two options, the first option is the easier one, where you can experience the rice terraces without walking too much. the second option is to go down to Batad village where you can view the amazing valley of the rice terraces with the village at the bottom. 1 Hapao rice terraces, which is the easier trek that can be good for any age. Upon pickup from the hotel, you will board on the Jeepney(a local manufactured vehicle) at the beginning of the tour and will visit the Hapao rice terraces and the Head hunter village. Duration 5-7 hours. 2 Batad trek, the famous batad rice terraces, the trek is a 1.5 hour Jeepney ride up to the starting point, where they will start going down to the village, takes about 1.5 hour as well. The walk is not so easy for every age but if the guest is in shape, he can do it. The village is amazing and preserved well for many many years, with its culture and feel. Duration 8-10 hours.
Day 3
Early morning after breakfast, proceed to Sagada, The way takes 2-3 hours each way, depend on road conditions. In Sagada you will see the Mary's church, Echo Valley, Hanging Coffins and Sagada Weaving, after the tour, proceed to Banaue to spend the night.
Day 4
After breakfast, leaving to Manila, takes 9-11 hours. You may stop on the way for some picture taking and refreshments Things To Bring Extra Snacks for the way(Est. 10 Hours ride each way) Extra Smile! Camera is a must!
Inclusions
Air-conditioned vehicle Tour Facilitator/Guide 3 Nights accommodation in Banaue Hotel or Similar in Standard/Delux room Guided Tours in Banaue and Sagada Daily Breakfast Entrances.
Exclusions
Tips Personal expenses Special sight seeing requests
