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This 3-day trekking tour departs Manila by night bus and explores the rice terraces around Banaue on foot. Hike with a local guide through the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Batad Rice Terraces and mountain villages such as Cambulo and Anaba. Swim at Tappiya Falls, stay overnight in Cambulo and Batad, and share a bonfire evening with locals to experience Ifugao village life up close. Round-trip bus, accommodation and a local guide are included, and a private option is also available.
On your booked date, take a night bus from Manila at 21:00 or 22:00 and arrive in Banaue around 7:00 a.m. the next day. Day 1 of the tour starts here, and for three days you explore the rice terraces and villages of the Ifugao highlands on foot with a local guide.
On arrival in Banaue, the driver picks you up and takes you to a local restaurant for breakfast or coffee. After meeting your tour guide, you transfer to the Awan-igid or Cambulo drop-off point to start hiking. Walk about 4 to 5 hours with panoramic views of the rice terraces to reach Cambulo Village, where you stay the night and enjoy a bonfire and local experiences.
On day 2, continue hiking for about 4 to 5 hours to the amphitheater-shaped Batad Rice Terraces. You can swim at Tappiya Falls and join village activities to experience local life. You spend the night in Batad.
On day 3, take a last look at the Batad Rice Terraces and hike about 2 to 3 hours to Anaba Village. The driver takes you to Bangaan, known for its traditional Ifugao houses, for sightseeing and lunch (meals not included). Back in Banaue, you have time to browse the market and souvenir shops, then head to the bus terminal at 17:30 for the 18:00 night bus. You arrive in Manila around 4:00 a.m. the next day.
※ The itinerary may change depending on local conditions.
※ Hiking times are estimates based on a typical walking pace.
※ If you want to add more trekking spots on day 3, you can request it in advance. An extra fee for the guide applies.
Meeting point :
Manila bus terminal (3-day hiking tour from Manila)
Meeting point directions:
Please be sure to check the address of the bus terminal you will depart from. When you arrive at the Banaue bus terminal, your guide will greet you holding a sign with your name.
Meeting point :
Manila bus terminal (private tour)
Meeting point directions:
Please arrive at the Manila bus terminal at least 30 minutes before departure. When you arrive in Banaue, your tour guide or driver will greet you.