Philippines Discovery

Philippines Discovery

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$5723

$5081

Philippines Discovery

14 Days Starting and ending in UK

Visiting: Manila, ሀመር።, Pampanga, Banaue, Baguio, Vigan City, Laoag City, Bohol, Cebu City

Tour operator:

Wendy Wu

Tour code:

1775

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

8 - 18

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

16-70

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Meat

Tour operated in:
English
Trip Styles:

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Tour Overview

Discover the culture and nature of the Philippines - South East Asia's lesser visited gem. Journey from the stunning rice terraces of the northern highlands to colonial Vigan and the sand dunes of Laoag, before finishing on the beaches of Bohol to view the magnificent Chocolate Hills.

Highlights

  • Explore the captivating rice terraces of Banaue

  • Learn about the local culture of the northern highlands (cordilleras)

  • Marvel at the natural beauty of the Chocolate Hills

  • Wander the charming streets of colonial Vigan

  • See the hanging coffins and burial caves of Sagada

  • Spot tarsiers - the smallest primate in the world - in Bohol

Itinerary

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Day 1 - 2 : Fly To Manilla
Location: Manila
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner

Fly overnight to Manila with an evening arrival and transfer to your hotel in the cosmopolitan area of the city.

Day 3 : Pampanga
Location: Pampanga
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a rolling tour of Intramuros — the colonial centre of Manila — before transferring north to the hills of Pampanga.



Day 4 : Mount Pinatubo
Location: Pampanga
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today is the chance to hike to the magnificent crater lake of Mount Pinatubo and visit a local indigenous village. For those who do not wish to do this hike, then the nature trails at Green Canyon resort are an easier alternative option.

Day 5 : Banaue
Location: Banaue
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Transfer to the northern highlands (cordilleras) and gateway to the rice terraces of Luzon. En route visit San Guillermo Church in the town of Bacolor

Day 6 : Hapao Rice Terraces
Location: Banaue
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Board a jeepney and head into the highlands for a walk through the rice terraces, arriving at a hot spring where you can bathe in the river and in the warm rockpool.



Day 7 : Sagada
Location: Banaue
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today you will take a day trip to visit the fascinating hanging coffins and burial caves of Sagada, enjoying incredible scenery en route.



Day 8 : Baguio
Location: Baguio
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Make your way to the pleasant city of Baguio, visiting the market area, presidential mansion, weaving workshop and municipal park.



Day 9 : Vigan
Location: Vigan City
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Head to the coast today and arrive at the charming colonial town of Vigan - the only UNESCO World Heritage city in South East Asia except Malacca in Malaysia. Wander the cobblestone streets visiting colonial houses, museums and a pottery workshop.

Day 10 : Laoag & Fly To Manilla
Location: Laoag City, Manila
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

See the city of Laoag and its coastal sand dunes before flying back to Manila.

Day 11 : Fly To Bohol
Location: Bohol
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Take a morning flight to the beautiful island of Bohol and explore Panglao island, including Hinagdanan Cave and the lovely Bohol Bee Farm where you can enjoy organic ice cream.

Day 12 : Chocolate Hills
Location: Bohol
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today you will visit the stunning Chocolate Hills including lunch on a river cruise and a visit to the tarsier sanctuary. Tarsiers are intriguing creatures and the smallest primate in the world.

Day 13 : Cebu
Location: Cebu City
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Take the ferry to Cebu and enjoy a tour finishing with great views overlooking the city and bay.

Day 14 : Fly Cebu To Uk
Location: ሀመር።
Meals Included: Breakfast

Board your flight to the UK, arriving home the same or following day.

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    12 nights in 3+/4 star

  • Airport Transfers at Destination

  • All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)

  • Country Entry Visas

  • Entrance Fees

  • Fully Guided

  • International Travel

  • Local Taxes

  • Meals – Full Board

    Breakfasts: 12, Lunches: 11, Dinners: 12

  • Fully Inclusive

    Touring with Guides and entrance fees

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What's Not Included

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  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    Yes

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    Yes

  • Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

    Yes

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    Yes

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, we will endeavour to make these changes, but it may not always be possible. Any changes to confirmed bookings need to be sent to us in writing via your travel agent. Please refer to our booking conditions for further information and fees.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Your Final Travel Documents are usually sent to you 2-3 weeks prior to your departure. Your travel pack will include your tour itinerary, hotel details, flight e-tickets and a travel guide. If you have booked with a travel agent, your tickets will be dispatched to your travel agent unless we have been otherwise informed.

  • Will I be travelling with passengers from other countries?

    Our passengers generally enjoy the mixture of British, Australian and American clients on tour. Occasionally we are joined by English-speaking passengers from other countries.

  • Do you allow children on your tours?

    We allow children 12 years and over on our group tours. We recommend that families with children of any age take advantage of our private or tailormade tours. This will give you more flexibility while on tour.

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06-Jan-2023

Vietnam at Christmas, Excellent Experience From start to finish Vietnam at Christmas was amazing, The tour group, Local Guide Loc, we must have been blessed as the weather was excellent only one day of rain. Tour Group 11/10 Guide 11/10 Hotels 8/10 Food 8/10 Itineary10/10 Faboulous experience on Christmas in Vietnam

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24-Mar-2020

Great Country. Good range of different things to do and places to see - temples to beaches to wildlife. Hotels ranged from adequate to excellent. Food quality and variety was better than we expected A really good tour guide and our fellow travellers were excellent company. Would recommend despite the impact of Corona Virus cutting out a few later trips but that was beyond anyone's ability to control..

Excellent

Dates & Availability

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Friday - Thursday

Nov 15, 2024 - Nov 28, 2024
$5723 $5081 (USD)

Operator discount: -$374 (USD)

The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$267 (USD)

Including UK Flights

Friday - Thursday

Nov 29, 2024 - Dec 12, 2024
$5723 $5081 (USD)

Operator discount: -$374 (USD)

The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$267 (USD)

Including UK Flights

Friday - Thursday

Jan 17, 2025 - Jan 30, 2025
$6097 $5437 (USD)

Operator discount: -$374 (USD)

The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$286 (USD)

Including UK Flights

Friday - Thursday

Feb 21, 2025 - Mar 06, 2025
$6097 $5437 (USD)

Operator discount: -$374 (USD)

The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$286 (USD)

Including UK Flights

Friday - Thursday

Nov 21, 2025 - Dec 04, 2025
$6097 $5437 (USD)

Operator discount: -$374 (USD)

The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$286 (USD)

Including UK Flights

Friday - Thursday

Nov 28, 2025 - Dec 11, 2025
$6097 $5437 (USD)

Operator discount: -$374 (USD)

The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$286 (USD)

Including UK Flights

Book with Confidence

  • Free Date Changes

    Wendy Wu allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 0 days before the start of the tour.

  • Low Deposit

    Wendy Wu requires a minimum deposit of 350 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 75 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of wendy wu charges.

    Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.

    At 41 days before tour starts: Forfeit 60% of booking price.

    At 27 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.

    At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

  • How we Keep you safe on our Tours

    Your safety and well-being will always be our Number 1 priority which is why we’ve instituted the most stringent COVID health and safety protocols on all of our tours. Here is a brief summary of the steps we are taking to ensure you will be safe, secure and satisfied when you travel with us.


    Guides and National Escorts
    Our National Escorts and guides will conduct a Health and Safety briefing with you before the tour begins and will help everyone ensure they adhere to social distancing, hygiene practises and local regulations. They will carry a supply of face masks and hand sanitiser for you to use free of charge and will, of course, observe the highest level of personal hygiene at all times.

    Should anyone on the group fall ill your National Escort will ensure the individual receives swift medical attention and can only return to the group once cleared to do so.


    Transport & Sightseeing
    Vehicles will be thoroughly cleaned with disinfectant after each excursion service, overnight and between different groups.

    You will always have at least one seat between you and your fellow tourers, hand sanitiser will be given to the group on each embarkation and vehicles will be thoroughly ventilated prior to passengers boarding.

    Drivers will always embark vehicles after clients, disembark the group vehicle prior to clients disembarking, and maintain social distancing and a high level of personal hygiene at all times.

    Your guides will assess the situation on the ground avoiding large crowds – where possible, alter timings and splitting the group into smaller sizes.


    Accommodation
    Wendy Wu Tours will only offer hotels that have undergone a detailed hygiene assessment, have specific COVID-19 protocols in place and comply with government standards.

    We will ensure these protocols include staff practising social distancing and wearing appropriate PPI, regular cleaning and disinfection of high frequency touch points in all areas and food safety.


    Dining
    All the restaurants we visit will be researched and inspected regularly to ensure that they follow the strictest health, cleanliness and safety guidelines.

    All waiting staff will wear face masks and gloves and we will arrange à la carte dining, waiter-served meals or waiter-assisted buffets throughout the tour. We will not share open-buffet meals with other hotel or restaurant guests.

    Hand sanitiser will be provided to the group before and after every food and beverage service.

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