| PACKAGE INCLUDES |
Hotel
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Meal
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Tour Guide
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Entrance Pass
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Return Airport Transfer
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100% Private Tour
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| TRIP OVERVIEW |
| Experience the best of Manila and its surrounding countryside on this exciting 5-day journey. Discover historic landmarks, enjoy the cool scenery of Tagaytay, step back in time at Villa Escudero, and embark on an unforgettable river adventure to Pagsanjan Falls. A perfect Philippine getaway filled with culture, countryside scenery, unique local experiences and unforgettable adventure. |
| HIGHTLIGHTS |
✔ Historic Manila – Explore Rizal Park, Intramuros, Fort Santiago and San Agustin Church.
✔ Scenic Tagaytay – Enjoy beautiful views of Taal Volcano and Taal Lake.
✔ Villa Escudero Experience – Discover traditional Filipino countryside life and coconut plantations.
✔ Waterfall Dining – Enjoy a unique Filipino lunch beside flowing waterfall waters.
✔ Pagsanjan Falls Adventure – Cruise by traditional banca through a spectacular tropical gorge.
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| SKETCH ITINERARY |
D01: Arrive Manila
D02: Tagaytay > Taal Volcano View > Manila City Tour (B,L)
D03: Villa Escudero > Museum > Carabao Cart Ride > Waterfall Restaurant (B,L)
D04: Pagsanjan Falls Adventure (B,L)
D05: Free To Explore > Depart (B)
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| DETAILED ITINERARY |
| DAY 01: ARRIVE MANILA
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Upon arrival at Ninoy Aquino International Airport, meet your local representative and transfer to the hotel. |
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The remainder of the day is free at leisure for you to relax after your journey or explore the surrounding area at your own pace. |
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Overnight in Manila. |
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| DAY 02: TAGAYTAY > TAAL VOLCANO VIEW > MANILA CITY TOUR (B, L)
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Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before departing for a full-day combination of Tagaytay and Manila City Tour. |
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Travel to Tagaytay, a popular highland destination known for its cooler climate and picturesque scenery. |
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To begin with, explore People’s Park in the Sky – Enjoy panoramic views from one of Tagaytay’s highest points. |
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Next is Taal Volcano Viewpoint – Admire spectacular views of the Taal Volcano, the one of the most active volcanoes in the Philippines, famous for its unique setting which a volcano on an island inside a lake, which itself fills a much larger ancient volcanic caldera. |
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On way back to Manila drop by at Local Fruit and Flower Stands – Discover the colourful tropical product and flowers for which the Tagaytay area is known. |
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Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before travelling back to Manila. |
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Upon arrival, continue your exploration of the capital and discover some of its most important historical and cultural landmarks. |
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Visit Rizal Park – One of Manila’s most significant historical landmarks, dedicated to Philippine national hero Dr. Jose Rizal. |
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Explore Intramuros means “within the walls” in Spanish– Explore Manila’s historic “Walled City” and discover its Spanish colonial heritage. |
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Hereafter visit Fort Santiago – Visit the historic fortress that has witnessed many important chapters in Philippine history. |
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Next stop is San Agustin Church – Visit this historic church within Intramuros (for non-Muslim guests). A UNESCO World Heritage Site “Baroque Churches of the Philippines.” Inside, it is known for its ornate trompe-l'oeil (optical illusion) painted ceiling, carved doors, religious artwork, and adjacent San Agustin Museum. It survived major earthquakes and the destruction of much of Intramuros during World War II. |
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Last is Golden Mosque (for Muslim guest) – Visit one of Manila’s prominent Islamic landmarks (for Muslim guests), also known as Masjid Al-Dahab, is a major mosque in Quiapo, Manila. |
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After the tour, transfer back to the hotel. |
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Dinner at own expense. |
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Overnight in Manila |
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| DAY 03: VILLA ESCUDERO > MUSEUM > CARABAO CART RIDE > WATERFALL RESTAURANT (B, L)
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After breakfast at the hotel, depart Manila and start your journey (approximately 2.5 hours) to South of Manila to the charming Villa Escudero Plantations and Resort. |
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Surrounded by coconut plantations, lush countryside and a tranquil rural landscape, Villa Escudero offers a fascinating glimpse into traditional Philippine plantation life and cultural heritage. |
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Visit the resort’s fascinating museum, featuring an extensive collection of historical, religious, pre-Hispanic and World War II artefacts. |
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Experience a traditional carabao-drawn cart ride offering a memorable taste of rural Filipino life to the famous Waterfalls Restaurant, where you can enjoy a unique Filipino-style lunch with dining tables set in the shallow flowing waters at the foot of a waterfall. |
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After an enjoyable countryside experience, return to Manila. |
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Overnight in Manila |
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| DAY 04: PAGSANJAN FALLS ADVENTURE (B, L)
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Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before departing on an exciting journey through the countryside south of Manila. |
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Travel past scenic rice fields, coconut plantations and traditional communities before reaching the historic town of Pagsanjan in Laguna. |
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Upon arrival at the Riverside Resort, board a traditional banca(a dugout canoe) with experienced boatmen for an exhilarating journey upstream towards the Pagsanjan falls. As you travel along the river, admire the spectacular natural surroundings of lush tropical vegetation, dramatic rock formations and towering cliffs. |
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Upon reaching the falls, guests may opt to experience an exciting raft ride beneath the cascading waterfall (70ft above), where the powerful rush of water creates a truly memorable adventure. |
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The excitement continues on the return journey as your skilled boatmen navigate downstream for the famous “Shoot the Rapids” experience. |
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After the adventure, enjoy lunch at a riverside lodge before travelling back to Manila. |
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Optional Shopping. Subject to time, enjoy a shopping stop at SM Mall of Asia, one of Manila’s most popular shopping and entertainment destinations. |
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Dinner at own expense. |
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Return to the hotel. |
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Overnight in Manila |
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| DAY 05: FREE TO EXPLORE > DEPART (B)
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Enjoy your final breakfast at the hotel. |
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After breakfast, free to explore on you own pace. |
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Check out from the hotel and transfer to Ninoy Aquino International Airport for your departure flight. |
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Depart Manila with wonderful memories of your Philippine adventure. |
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| TRIP GALLERY |
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| TAAL VOLCANO...
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| PEOPLE'S PARK IN THE SKY...
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| RIZAL PARK...
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| WALLED CITY OF INTRAMUROS...
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| FORT SANTIAGO...
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| GOLDEN MOSQUE...
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| VILLA ESCUDERO MUSEUM...
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| CARABAO DRAWN CARTS...
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| MAN-MADE WATERFALLS...
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| PAGSANJAN FALLS...
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| PAGSANJAN FALLS SHOOT THE RAPIDS...
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| WHY BOOK NOW? |
- 20% Savings for Online Products
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| INCLUSION |
- Meet & Greet Services
- Return Airport Transfers
- Hotel Stay as Indicated
- Meals as per Itinerary
- Tours as per Itinerary
- English Speaking Guide
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| EXCLUSION |
- Flight Ticket & Taxes
- Optional Travel Insurance
- High Season Surcharge
- Optional Tour Tips
- Personal Expenses
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