The Banaue Rice Terraces are a breathtaking testament to human ingenuity and harmony with nature. Carved into the mountains of the Cordilleras by the Ifugao people. These terraces are often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World” and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Rising to about 1,500 meters above sea level, they stand as living proof of sustainable farming and timeless tradition.
Our Private Tour offers an intimate experience, limited to a maximum of six guests, with comfortable private transportation from Manila.
For over 15 years, our company has specialized in journeys to the north, guiding travelers through the highlands with care and respect. More than just sightseeing, our advocacy is to support the mountain communities by creating meaningful encounters between visitors and locals. In this way, your journey becomes not only memorable and enjoyable, but also part of something larger — sustaining culture, connection, and community.
Pick up time at your hotel Between 5:30am - 6:00am. We can arrange pick up from your Hotel accommodation within Makati, Ortigas, Taguig, Quezon City, Pasay.
Day 1: Departure from Manila to Banaue, Ifugao (420 km | 9–10 hours drive) Your journey to the mountains begins early in the morning. At 5:30–6:00 AM, our driver will pick you up from your residence. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic drive as we traverse different cities and provinces on the way to Banaue. Along the route, we will stop 2–3 times for breaks and enjoy a hearty lunch at a local restaurant — a first taste of the flavors of the north. By afternoon, we’ll arrive at the Banaue Viewpoint Terraces. Here, you’ll stand before the legendary 2,000-year-old rice terraces, hand-carved by the Ifugao people into the Cordillera mountainsides. Often called the “Eighth Wonder of the World” and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the terraces rise about 1,500 meters above sea level of rugged mountain landscape. After visiting the viewpoint, we will continue to your accommodation in Banaue, where you can rest and prepare for the days ahead in the highlands.
Day 2: Discovery of Banaue – Batad Village Begin your morning at 7:00 AM with breakfast overlooking the Banaue Rice Terraces, a serene backdrop to start your day. At 8:00 AM, your guide will meet you for a ride on your private jeepney, the classic mountain vehicle. Along the way, we’ll pause at two village viewpoints for photos of grandeur landscapes. around 9:00 AM, we’ll reach the end of the road. a 15minute walk to Batad Village, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the dramatic amphitheater Batad Rice Terraces. After settling into your accommodation, prepare for a full day of discovery. we will continue with a guided trek through the rice paddies, climbing toward the highest viewpoint for the most breathtaking panorama of Batad. The journey then leads us further to Tappiya Waterfalls, where you relax with a swim beneath its cascading waters. By 2:00 PM, we hike back to the village and back to your accommodation. The rest of the afternoon and evening are yours to savor.
Day 3: Batad – Banaue – Manila Wake up early to the quiet beauty of Batad. At 6:30 AM, enjoy breakfast and coffee with sweeping views of the terraces — a final moment to take in the stillness of the mountains. By 7:30 AM, begin your walk back to the end of the road, where your jeepney awaits for the ride to Banaue. Along the way, take one last look at the timeless rice terraces — a farewell to a landscape carved by hand, spirit, and centuries of tradition. At 9:00 AM, we arrive in Banaue, where you will meet your private transportation. Here, we say goodbye to our local guide and begin the long journey back to Manila. After a full day’s drive, we arrive in the city by 6:30 PM. You will be dropped off at your hotel, marking the end of our service — and the beginning of your memories of the Cordillera highlands, a journey that lingers long after the roads are left behind.
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This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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