DISCOVER PHILIPPINES IN 12 DAYS!!

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Highlights Jump into the adventure of lively Manila city, Be left breathless by the Banaue terraces , Take a village trek through lush rice paddies, Be mystified by the hanging coffins in Echo Valley, Go trekking to the summit of Mt Pinatubo, Enjoy a coastal getaway in Boracay, Discover the warm and welcoming Filipino culture Tour description provided by Intrepid The Philippines is an incredibly diverse mix of cultures, traditions and sights, each intended to entice and intrigue. With more than 7,000 islands packed to the brim with natural wonders, and unlike anywhere else in the world, this country is just waiting to be explored. Be embraced by the friendly locals, gaze in awe at untouched landscapes and get ready for an exhilarating taste of the real Philippines. From trekking Mt Pinatubo to exploring the stunning Banaue rice terraces to the coastal getaway of Boracay - this country will really grab a hold of your senses. So pack your bags and take a dive into the unknown - we promise you won't want to leave! Itinerary Day 1 Manila An intriguing, bustling and overwhelmingly chaotic city, Manila is packed full of things to see, do, taste and experience. Day 2 Banaue Often touted as the 'Eighth Wonder of the World', the quaint town of Banaue is home to stunning rice terraces that appear to stretch like stepping-stones to the heavens. Days 3-5 Trekking Trek through forests and rice fields to local Ifugao villages where the local people are still farming the way their ancestors did 2000 years ago. Days 6-7 Sagada Fresh mountain air and stunning views await in the village of Sagada, where the locals retain their traditional way of life in tranquil surroundings. Day 8 Baguio High in the Cordillera Mountains, the bustling urban centre of Baguio offers town comforts and a welcome respite from the heat of the lowlands. Day 9 Mt Pinatubo An active volcano which experienced a massive eruption in 1991, Mt Pinatubo's photogenic crater lake is a popular trekking destination. Days 10-12 Boracay With stretches of powdery white sand and crystal clear water, Boracay is the perfect place to finish up this Philippines adventure. Choose to chill out on the beach, explore the notoriously creepy Bat Caves or discover the Philippine's best dive spot with an expert. Afterwards, get the group together for a final meal of lechon (spit-roasted pig), arroz caldo (chicken rice porridge) and an icy cold San Miguel.