ITINERARY:

Day 1: Manila-Banaue

• 08:00 AM – Our trip passes through the rice fields, hills, & the mountains of Central Luzon. Breaks are at your convenience. Arrive in Banaue late in the afternoon. Have an early sleep for the next day’s adventure.

Day 2: Batad Village Tour

• 08:30 AM – Depart with the local private jeepney to the Batad jump-off point. A trek to the viewpoint. The day includes more trekking for photo opportunities around the rice terraces and an optional hike to Tappiyah Falls. All with the services of an accredited and carefully selected local guide.

Day 3: Banaue to Sagada

• 08:00 AM – Catch the early morning light at the spectacular viewpoints above Banaue. A scenic drive to Bontoc Museum. Check-in & lunch at Sagada. A local tour guide will take you to Echo Valley, Hanging Coffins, Burial Cave sites, and the Sumaguing cave.
• Other sites/ activities that we offer for free are a visit to the Museum, pottery, Lake Danum for sunset & Kiltepan Peak for sunrise (Time and weather permitting).

Day 4: Sagada to Vigan

• 08:00 AM – The drive to Vigan brings us through the scenic ranges of the western Cordillera to the Abra River and a break at the Skyline View Deck in Quirino, Ilocos Sur. Lunch at a recommended restaurant with a view of the China Sea. We arrive in Vigan in the late afternoon, a perfect time for a stroll (on your own) along the cobblestone street. Dinner at the recommended Café Evelyn.

DAY 5: Vigan to Manila

• After breakfast, a historic town tour via horse-drawn carriage with a local guide visiting iconic landmarks: museums, mansions, pottery shops, churches, and bell tower allowing you to admire the well-preserved Spanish colonial architecture and charming scenery. Return to the hotel to freshen up, check out, and have lunch at Hidden Garden Restaurant. Depart for Manila (early evening arrival)

NOTE: Rooms are subject to availability. Early booking is highly recommended to secure your preferred accommodations and travel arrangements.

Additional Notes:

• Should you require a different room arrangement, please let us know and we’ll adjust the pricing and book the rooms accordingly.
• Rooms are subject to availability. Early booking is highly recommended to secure your preferred accommodations and travel arrangements.

Booking Terms:

• A 50% down payment is required to secure the booking.
• The balance must be paid at least one (1) day, before the tour commences.
• If cancellation is made less than 7 days before the scheduled tour, the deposit is strictly non-refundable.
• If cancellation is made less than 30 days before the scheduled tour, the full hotel room payment will be forfeited, while any remaining balance shall be refunded.

🛈 Important Notice: These terms are part of Tourist Driver Manila’s full Terms & Conditions. By confirming a booking, you acknowledge that you and all participants have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by them.

BOOKING AND PAYMENT

• Bookings are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
• A 50% down payment is required to secure your booking.
• The balance payment will be due at the time of pickup
• Full payment required before tour commencement.
• Bank charges and transfer fees will be borne by the sender.

CANCELLATION POLICY

• Less than 30 days’ notice: Full hotel room payment will be forfeited.
• Less than 7 days’ notice or no-show: No refunds will be issued.

UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES

• TDM / Provider are not responsible for Acts of God or circumstances beyond control.

TRAVEL INFORMATION

• Estimated distances/travel times for general guidance.
• Descriptions/information subject to change.
• Travel routes/itineraries/accommodations subject to change.

SAFETY AND LIABILITY

• Guests assume all risks during tour participation
• We’re not liable for injuries, losses, or damage

GUEST RESPONSIBILITIES

• Respect local culture and environment & follow your tour guide and instructions
• No smoking & drinking alcoholic beverages inside the vehicle
• Renter responsible for personal belongings
• In the event of an incident caused by the client that results in damage to the vehicle beyond normal wear and tears, the client will be charged: Full cost of restoration and loss of revenue for the duration the vehicle is out of service

AMENDMENTS TO BOOKING

• Changes may incur additional charges, depending on availability and the nature of changes.

TRAVEL INSURANCE

• Our solid recommendation to any traveler planning a trip to The Philippines is: make buying a general travel insurance policy a part of your planning before you depart. Don’t leave home without it as generally liabilities and insurance coverage is basic and limited here in The Philippines.

NOTE:

• Acceptance implies understanding and compliance