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Northern Philippines Highlights
10 days • 4.2
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Manila, Philippines
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Manila, Philippines
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Trip Code
TOSN
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Min Age
15
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Trip Size
1 - 12
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Physical Rating
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Meals
9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
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Transport
Private Vehicle, 4x4, Jeepney, Bicycle
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Accommodation
Hotel (8 nights), Guesthouse (1 night)
From £1,876(10 days)
Trip Informations
Why you’ll love this trip
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Hike the UNESCO-listed rice terraces in the Cordilleras, crafted over 2000 years, and trek to the crater lake of Mt Pinatubo for breathtaking views.
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Savour Manila’s food scene – enjoy a community feast in Tarukan village, learn culinary secrets from a Baguio chef, and start one day with a sunrise picnic breakfast.
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Hop on a bamboo bike in Intramuros, ride a traditional Jeepney, and traverse rugged valleys in a 4WD – the journey is just as important as the destination!
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Visit local villages to meet the Ifugao who shaped the rice terraces, learn about Favery village’s unique burial traditions, and discover Kalinga culture and 1930s Ifugao life through a famous Spanish photographer’s lens.
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Connect with the inspiring women at the Harvest Hub Studio – a social enterprise empowering women artists from the mountains to expand their market and achieve financial independence.
Is this trip right for you?
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There are a few days of long drives and early starts on this trip. The journey will be rewarding but just be prepared for extended travel times and early mornings – make sure you read the itinerary below before booking.
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There are several hikes, mostly on established trails. You’ll need to have a good level of fitness to fully enjoy them.
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This trip doesn’t involve a lot of time in Manila, but we would recommend you spend extra time exploring this dynamic city. Contact your booking agent to arrange additional accommodation if you wish to extend your stay.
Itinerary
Wander the mountains and rice terraces in Northern Philippines
Get to the heart of the Philippines on this 10-day adventure exploring the north. Move around multicultural Manila on a bamboo bike and then trek to Mt Pinatubo’s crater lake. Hike the UNESCO-listed rice terraces of the Cordilleras while listening to stories from a Kalinga local guide along the way. Visit local villages to meet the Ifuago rice terrace builders, learn about Faery village’s unique burial traditions and connect with locals over a community feast. Go beyond the guidebook and fully immerse yourself in the rich culture and traditions of this beautiful archipelago.
- DAY 1Day 1 • Manila
- DAY 2Day 2 • Manila
- DAY 3Day 3 • Mt Pinatubo
- DAY 4Day 4 • Banaue
- DAY 5Day 5 • Banaue
- DAY 6Day 6 • Bontoc/ Sagada
- DAY 7Day 7 • Sagada
- DAY 8Day 8 • Baguio
- DAY 9Day 9 • Manila
- DAY 10Day 10 • Manila
Inclusions
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9 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 1 dinner
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Private Vehicle, 4x4, Jeepney, Bicycle
bed Accommodation
Hotel (8 nights), Guesthouse (1 night)
festival Included activities
circleManila - City Tour
circleManila - Intramuros bamboo bike cycling tour
circleMt Pinatubo - Crater hike
circleTarukan Village - Community lunch
circleBanaue - Bangaan rice terrace hike
circleBontoc - Maligcong rice terrace hike
circleBontoc - Favarey Village visit
circleSagada - City tour
circleSagada - Eduardo Masferre’s home visit
circleKiltepan - Sunrise viewpoint & picnic breakfast
circleBaguio - Cooking class & dinner
circleBaguio - Art gallery visit
circleBaguio - Women's weaving studio co-op visit
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Friday Nov 14, 2025
Sunday Nov 23, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 8 spaces left
£2,085£1,876
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Tuesday Nov 18, 2025
Thursday Nov 27, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 2 spaces left
£2,277£2,049
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Tuesday Nov 25, 2025
Thursday Dec 04, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,085£1,876
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Tuesday Dec 02, 2025
Thursday Dec 11, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 2 spaces left
£2,541£2,287
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Tuesday Dec 09, 2025
Thursday Dec 18, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,250£2,025
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Friday Dec 19, 2025
Sunday Dec 28, 2025
Trip size max: 12 - 2 spaces left
£2,277
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Tuesday Dec 23, 2025
Thursday Jan 01, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,277
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Friday Dec 26, 2025
Sunday Jan 04, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£2,277
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Tuesday Jan 06, 2026
Thursday Jan 15, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£2,189
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Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
Thursday Jan 22, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£2,189
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Tuesday Jan 20, 2026
Thursday Jan 29, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,189
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Tuesday Jan 27, 2026
Thursday Feb 05, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 9 spaces left
£2,239
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Tuesday Feb 03, 2026
Thursday Feb 12, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 10 spaces left
£2,189
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Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
Thursday Feb 26, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,393
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Tuesday Mar 03, 2026
Thursday Mar 12, 2026
Trip size max: 12 - 12 spaces left
£2,189
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Important notes
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1. A single supplement is bookable for this trip and is subject to availability. Please consult your booking agent if you are interested.
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2. A scanned copy of the personal details page of your passport needs to be sent to your booking agent no later than 40 days before departure in order for us to purchase a permit for Mt Pinatubo. Occasionally, the government doesn't approve these permits, and your group will follow an alternative itinerary. Please refer to Day 3 of the Itinerary for more details.
Reviews (5)
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Svetlana
Mar 22, 2025
This amazing trip made me realise how diverse the Philippines are as a country, with all its tribes, dialects, different traditions. There's more to enjoy about the Philippines than just the beaches!
The rice terraces were mind-blowing.. but challenging. My advice: get the walking sticks right from day 1 (they're cheap to buy at the jump off)
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Peter
Mar 22, 2025
Leader Ian and driver Ronald were awesome. Highlight was Mt Pinatubo for me. Rice terraces were very interesting. Hikes not too difficult. Great local guides and a fabulous home dinner. Restaurant stops could be improved.
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Beatrice
Feb 10, 2025
The trip was fascinating and very interesting.
I am no regular hiker by any means, but it was easily done and you got rewarded by beautiful views. Be prepared for early rises.
Our guide Ian was very helpful and energetic.
Really an amazing trip with lots of special experiences and very little other tourists around, which was amazing as you could observe the local lifestyle.
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Rupert
Jan 27, 2025
A fascinating trip to a really interesting country which is not on many people's radar bit shoud be.
Beautiful scenery, astonishingly rich history, amazing traditions (hanging coffins, headhunters within living memory)
Something a bit different but highly recommended
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Rupert
Jan 24, 2025
A great trip to a fascinating country many peope are unfamiliar with.
Stunningly beautiful scenery, very friendly people, amazing history.