From  £2475
per person
Tour Highlights
  • Explore the awe-inspiring Banaue Rice Terraces
  • Local interaction with Igorots in Banaue
  • Discover Vigan, a UNESCO World Heritage City
  • See the Hanging Coffins in Sagada
  • See the historic Paoay Church in Laoag
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Culture and Peaks Group Tour

8 Day Tour, from £2475 per person
Itinerary Dates
2025
06 Jan  -  13 Jan
13 Jan  -  20 Jan
20 Jan  -  27 Jan
03 Feb  -  10 Feb
10 Feb  -  17 Feb
17 Feb  -  24 Feb
24 Feb  -  03 Mar
03 Mar  -  10 Mar
10 Mar  -  17 Mar
17 Mar  -  24 Mar
24 Mar  -  31 Mar
31 Mar  -  07 Apr
07 Apr  -  14 Apr
21 Apr  -  28 Apr
28 Apr  -  05 May
05 May  -  12 May
12 May  -  19 May
19 May  -  26 May
26 May  -  02 Jun
02 Jun  -  09 Jun
20 Oct  -  27 Oct
27 Oct  -  03 Nov
03 Nov  -  10 Nov
10 Nov  -  17 Nov
17 Nov  -  24 Nov
24 Nov  -  01 Dec
01 Dec  -  08 Dec
08 Dec  -  15 Dec

Join this comprehensive 8-day group tour across the Philippines, commencing in Manila. Journey to Banaue for scenic trekking in typical Ifugao Villages, complemented by visits to hanging coffins and subterranean caves in Sagada. The itinerary includes a stop at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Vigan, in Ilocos, followed by a brief city tour in Laoag before returning to Manila by flight. This meticulously crafted tour seamlessly combines cultural exploration and nature experiences, fostering a unique camaraderie amongst participants as they share this captivating journey through the Philippines.

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1
FLY TO THE PHILIPPINES
Fly to Manila
DAY 2
ARRIVE MANILA
Manila

Upon arrival in Manila, a dedicated driver will meet you for your private transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy at leisure.

Accommodation
Coro Hotel
DAY 3
MANILA - BANAUE
Banaue Rice Terraces

After breakfast, join the group for the journey to Banaue in an air-conditioned vehicle via the North Expressway, reaching Bacolor Pampanga in two hours. Bacolor, severely affected by the Mount Pinatubo eruption in June 1993, showcases the Basilica, a local landmark buried three-quarters in lahar. The drive continues through picturesque countryside and the provinces of Nueva Ecija and Nueva Vizcaya, with a brief lunch stop in San Jose City. Passing through Dalton Pass and Bagabag, the journey culminates in a late afternoon arrival in Banaue for guesthouse check-in. (B)

Accommodation
Banaue Hotel
DAY 4
BANAUE RICE TERRACES
Banaue Rice Terraces

After breakfast, your guide will take you to a viewpoint for a stunning panorama of the Banaue Rice Terraces, known as the "Eighth Wonder of the World." Carved into the Cordillera Mountains over 2,000 years ago by the Ifugao people, these terraces showcase a harmonious blend of agriculture and landscape. Head to Hapao for a terrace hike, offering an opportunity to explore Ifugao villages and engage with locals, before returning to your hotel. (B)

Accommodation
Banaue Hotel
DAY 5
SAGADA
Sagada

After early breakfast and check-out, head to Sagada. Stop at Bontoc Museum en route to explore Cordillera's cultural heritage. Sagada offers a glimpse into unique burial practices with the Hanging Coffins, believed to span over 2,000 years. Embraced by the Igorots, this practice involves suspending coffins on limestone cliffs to bring the deceased closer to ancestral spirits. Explore the Burial Caves, unveiling local rituals, and relax in the serene Eco Valley amid lush landscapes. (B)

Accommodation
Masferre Inn
DAY 6
VIGAN
Vigan

Check out after breakfast and head to Vigan via a scenic coastal route (approx. 5 hours). Upon arrival, check in at a central hotel and explore Vigan's UNESCO-listed heritage with a kalesa tour. Discover Calle Crisologo's colonial charm, characterised by preserved structures and antique shops. (B)

Accommodation
Hotel Felicidad
DAY 7
VIGAN - LAOAG - MANILA
Laoag

After an early breakfast, depart from the group to journey to Laoag for your domestic flight back to Manila. Explore Laoag, the provincial hub of Ilocos Norte, renowned for the UNESCO Heritage site, San Agustin Church (Paoay Church), a globally celebrated baroque masterpiece. Visit St. William's Cathedral, where the belltower gradually sinks due to soft soil. Conclude with lunch at a local restaurant before heading to Laoag Airport. Upon your Manila arrival, you'll be transferred to your hotel for check-in. (B)

Accommodation
Coro Hotel
DAY 8
DEPART MANILA
Manila

Following check-out, proceed to the airport for your return flight to the UK. If you wish to extend your stay and explore one of the numerous beautiful islands in the Philippines, feel free to contact us for additional options and arrangements. (B)

Pricing Information

8 day tour, from £2475 per person
(Single person supplement + £590)

Price Includes

  • Return International flights as per the itinerary
  • All airport taxes & security charges
  • Accommodation and meals as specified
  • Transfers as specified
  • Activities and excursions as specified
  • All entrance fees on sightseeing tours as specified

Price Excludes

  • Travel Insurance
  • Any meals not specified in the itinerary
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Optional excursions

Price Notes

  • This group tour departs every Wednesday.
  • These are guaranteed group departure tours operated in conjunction with our Philippines partners and are not exclusive to Regent Holidays’ clients.
  • They operate with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 14 people.
  • Please note that our local partners reserve the right to change hotels to similar hotels of the same standard.
Itinerary Dates From Price Single Room Supp.  
06 Jan 2025
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13 Jan 2025
£2475 £590
13 Jan 2025
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20 Jan 2025
£2475 £590
20 Jan 2025
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27 Jan 2025
£2475 £590
03 Feb 2025
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10 Feb 2025
£2475 £590
10 Feb 2025
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17 Feb 2025
£2475 £590
17 Feb 2025
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24 Feb 2025
£2475 £590
24 Feb 2025
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03 Mar 2025
£2475 £590
03 Mar 2025
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10 Mar 2025
£2475 £590
10 Mar 2025
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17 Mar 2025
£2475 £590
17 Mar 2025
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24 Mar 2025
£2475 £590
24 Mar 2025
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31 Mar 2025
£2475 £590
31 Mar 2025
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07 Apr 2025
£2475 £590
07 Apr 2025
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14 Apr 2025
£2475 £590
21 Apr 2025
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28 Apr 2025
£2475 £590
28 Apr 2025
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05 May 2025
£2475 £590
05 May 2025
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12 May 2025
£2475 £590
12 May 2025
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19 May 2025
£2475 £590
19 May 2025
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26 May 2025
£2475 £590
26 May 2025
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02 Jun 2025
£2475 £590
02 Jun 2025
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09 Jun 2025
£2475 £590
20 Oct 2025
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27 Oct 2025
£2475 £590
27 Oct 2025
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03 Nov 2025
£2475 £590
03 Nov 2025
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10 Nov 2025
£2475 £590
10 Nov 2025
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17 Nov 2025
£2475 £590
17 Nov 2025
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24 Nov 2025
£2475 £590
24 Nov 2025
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01 Dec 2025
£2475 £590
01 Dec 2025
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08 Dec 2025
£2475 £590
08 Dec 2025
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15 Dec 2025
£2475 £590

Tour Route Map


  1. Philippines, Manila
  2. Philippines, Banaue
  3. Philippines, Sagada
  4. Philippines, Vigan
  5. Philippines, Laoag
  6. Philippines, Manila

Tour Accommodation

Coro Hotel
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Masferre Inn
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Hotel Felicidad
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