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Philippines Rice Terraces to Wreck Diving: A 14-Day Adventure

From Mt. Pinatubo's crater to Batad's rice terraces and Puerto Galera's reefs — a private 14-day Luzon adventure.

14 Days / 13 Nights Up to 20 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide

About This Tour

A 14-day route from Mt. Pinatubo's crater lake and Sagada's hanging coffins to the UNESCO-listed Batad rice terraces, then Pagsanjan Falls and Puerto Galera's WWII wreck diving and island-hopping. This trip includes a boat crossing between Batangas and Puerto Galera on days 10 and 13 — the only practical way to reach Mindoro — alongside your private driver and vehicle for every ground-transport day.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.

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Arrival

Arrival pickup at Ninoy Aquino International Airport, Manila.

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Day 1 — Manila

Arrival and hotel transfer, with an optional bamboo-bicycle or walking tour of the historic walled city of Intramuros.

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Day 2 — Manila to Tarlac

A visit to the church in Bacolor still half-buried from the 1991 Mt. Pinatubo eruption and its museum, then a transfer to the foothills of Pinatubo.

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Day 3 — Tarlac to Baguio

An early-morning hike to Mt. Pinatubo's crater lake, formed by one of the 20th century's most powerful eruptions, followed by a drive up to Baguio.

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Day 4 — Baguio to Sagada

The scenic Halsema Road, Sagada's market and a traditional weaving workshop, and lunch at the Masferré restaurant.

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Day 5 — Sagada to Banaue

Lumiang Cave and the hanging coffins of Echo Valley, lunch at the Yogurt House, a stop at the Bontoc museum, and arrival in Banaue.

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Day 6 — Banaue to Batad

A walk along the terrace retaining walls to reach Batad, with its UNESCO-listed rice terraces and an optional hike to Tappiya Falls.

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Day 7 — Batad to Manila

A hike back through the terraces at Bangaan before the drive to Manila, with the evening free in the Poblacion district.

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Day 8 — Manila to Pagbilao

A canoe safari on the Pagsanjan River — an “Apocalypse Now” filming location — navigating rapids, with a shore lunch.

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Day 9 — Pagbilao Island-Hopping

A traditional banca boat trip to the Bilaran sandbar, snorkeling at Kwebang Lampas, and a barbecue lunch at Secret Beach.

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Day 10 — Pagbilao to Puerto Galera

A boat crossing from Batangas port to a resort on Mindoro island.

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Day 11 — Puerto Galera Island-Hopping

The Boquete Island sandbar, San Antonio Island's underwater cave, snorkeling at the Coral Garden, and Bayanan Beach.

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Day 12 — Puerto Galera at Leisure

A free day for the beach or optional diving and snorkeling, or waterfall walks to Tamaraw, Aninuan, Tukuran, or Talipanan Falls.

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Day 13 — Puerto Galera to Manila

A return boat to Batangas, then a scenic drive through Tagaytay with views over Taal Lake, and an optional stop at the Museo Orlina.

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Day 14 — Departure

An optional walk through the Makati district before your private transfer to the airport.

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Departure

The trip ends with a scenic drive back through Tagaytay to Manila and a private transfer to Ninoy Aquino International Airport for your departure flight.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 20 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — Voyzo runs it exclusively for your group, with private transfers and an English-speaking guide throughout.
Yes — day 3 is an early-morning hike to Pinatubo's crater lake, formed by the 1991 eruption, one of the most powerful of the 20th century.
Both are UNESCO-listed rice-terrace areas in the Cordillera mountains — Banaue (day 5) is the more accessible hub town, while Batad (day 6) has no road access and is reached on foot along the terrace walls, giving a quieter, more dramatic view.
Optional wreck and reef diving or snorkeling is available on days 11-12 in Puerto Galera, home to several WWII-era shipwrecks, alongside the included island-hopping and waterfall excursions.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

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