CENTRAL LUZON TOUR SUGGESTIONS
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Bataan: Heroes Tour
Venue Balanga City, Bataan
Description: Bataan Peninsula was the scene of bitter fighting between American-Filipino forces and the invading Japanese forces. On April 9, 1942, Bataan defenders surrendered. About 37,000 U.S. and Filipino soldiers were captured. Explore the story of our World War II heroes on a two-day journey into history. What to see: The marker in Lamao where Gen. Edward P. King, Jr. did the initial surrender. Mariveles to retrace the steps of the infamous Death March starting at the Zero Marker. Retrace the jungle hospitals where the American and Filipino nurses served the sick and wounded soldiers. Mt. Samat Shrine in Pilar with a huge memorial cross standing at about 311-ft high. The historic cathedral and its belfry in Balanga used by the Japanese to fire cannons aimed at Mt. Samat.
Bataan: Mt. Samat Memorial Tour
Venue Pilar, Bataan
Description: Travel to City of San Fernando across the lahar-affected area around Bacolor, Pampanga and then on to the Roman Superhighway in Bataan. Arrive at Mt. Samat and tour the WWII museum or just take in the view. For an even more breathtaking view, climb up the stairs inside the cross - a further 450 feet up - where the view of the Manila Bay area is just astounding. Enjoy a meal at the base of the cross and inspect the starting point of the long march referred to as the "Death March". Browse the market before leaving.
Bulacan - Visita Iglesia
Venue Malolos City, Bulacan
Description: Journey to Spiritual Renewal with a Trip Back in Time: Set off early, take the North Luzon Expressway, and get off at the Tabang Exit. Just a few kilometers away, past many roadside stores selling ornamental plants, stands your first stop - Barasoain Church in Malolos. It was in this hallowed 121-year-old church that, on Sept. 29, 1898, the revolutionary congress, with Pedro Paterno presiding, ratified the independence declared on June 12, 1898, by Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo in Kawit, Cavite. On Jan. 21, 1899, it ratified the Malolos Constitution, the first of its kind in Asia. Next stop is the nearby Basilica Minore de Imaculada Concepcion, which dominates the town square by sheer size and Marian blue hue. In front of the church is the over 100-year-old Kalayaan Tree that Aguinaldo himself planted. After buying the famous Malolos ensyamada or plants and clay pots that the town is famous for, take the narrow but smooth country road to Paombong. You'll know you're there when you see many roadside stalls selling bottles of the famous milky-white vinegar that bears the town' name. The main church here is the Santiago Apostol Church, its primary attractions being the small paintings by a local artisan depicting the 14 stations of the cross. If you have time, visit the Kapitangan Catholic Chapel with its own stations of the cross. Next to Paombong is Hagonoy, originally spelled Hagunuy as seen in the municipal hall. Next to the town is the beautiful National Shrine to St. Anne, an imposing structure in old rose that is the quiet town's pride and joy. The main doors are works of art in themselves. See the central altar decorated with gold leaf, a worthy setting for the revered figure of St. Anne. The church was put up by the Augustinians in 1581 and was declared a national shrine to St. Anne in 1991, making it a must-see church for the country's legions of Marian devotees. Another required visit is the over 400-year-old St. John the Baptist Church in Calumpit. Like most churches built in the 19500s, the stone church is shaped like a cross with the bell tower as one of its main features. Giant chandeliers hanging from very high ceilings put extra touch of elegance to Calumpit's treasure. Last stop is the church of San Isidro de Labrador, the patron saint of farmers, in Pulilan. San Isidro was also the town's old name. Like most churches here, the Augustinians were the first to build the religious monument. The church and the town take center stage on May 14 - 15 when the fiesta is celebrated in honor of the patron saint. It is highlighted by the famous Carabao Festival attended by the so-called 'kneeling' animals. (Credits: Tina Arceo-Dumlao/Jerome Dumlao, Phil. Daily Inquirer, Apr. 9, 2006)
Bulacan - Visita Iglesia (Package A)
Venue Malolos City, Bulacan
Description: A visit to Bulacan churches: Divine Mercy National Shrine (Marilao), Barasoain Church (Malolos), Basilica Minore de Immaculada Concepcion (Malolos), Santiago Apostol Church (Paombong), St. Anne's National Shrine (Hagonoy), St. John the Baptist Church (Calumpit), San Isidro Labrador Church (Pulilan) Tour Highlights: Penitencia, Pabasa ng Pasion and Cenakulo Recommended Date: Holy Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (see Tourist Atractions this web site for description of places to visit)
Bulacan - Visita Iglesia (Package B)
Venue Marilao, Bulacan
Description: Visit to Bulacan churches: Divine Mercy National Shrine (Marilao), Immaculate Concepcion Church (Sta. Maria), St. James the Apostle Church (Plaridel), St. Agustine Church (Baliuag), Sto. Nino Church (Bustos), St. John of God (San Rafael), Sta. Monica Church (Angat) Tour Highlights: Penitencia, Pabasa ng Pasion and Cenakulo Recommended Date: Holy Thursday 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Bulacan - Visita Iglesia (Package C)
Venue Marilao, Bulacan
Description: Visit to Bulacan churches: Divine Mercy National Shrine (Marilao, Sta. Isabel Church (Malolos), Optional Tour of Sitang's Kakanin, Kapitangan Catholic Chapel (Paombong), Lenten Rituals at Kapitangan, Viewing of Liturgical Vestments Exhibit, Lenten Procession in Baliuag Suggested Date: Good Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Optional Overnight Stay with visit to historical/cultural sites and recreational activities the following day (Black Saturday)
Bulacan Agricultural Tour (Package A)
Venue Pulilan, Bulacan
Description: Visit to the following: Sasahan Farm - Suka Fermentation Demo, Farm Visit in Pulilan, Ostrich Farm in Bustos, Tilapia Farm in Angat, Angat Church
Bulacan Agricultural Tour (Package B)
Venue Pulilan, Bulacan
Description: Visit to the following: Pamarawan, Sasahan Farm - Suka Fermentation Demo, Farm Visit in Pulilan, Pulilan Butterfly Haven
Bulacan Culinary Tour
Venue Malolos City, Bulacan
Description: Visit to the following: Citang's Kakaning Bulakenyo, Sasahan Farm (Suka Fermentation Demo), Bautista Mansion at Kamestizuhan Street, Barasoain Church, Barasoain Lights and Sounds & Ecclesiastical Museum, Buffet Lunch at Malolos Resort & Club Royale, Pastillas Wrapper Making and Fruit Carving Demo, Inipit Making Demo, Popular Puto in Marilao
Bulacan Cultural Tour
Venue Malolos City, Bulacan
Description: A day tour of Bulacan's religious institutions and historic landmarks; tour includes visit to culinary hot spots of Malolos.Visit to the province's centuries-old landmarks: Barasoain Church, Casa Real, Malolos Church, Hiyas ng Bulakan, among others, with optional visit to centuries-old houses (San Miguel Heritage sites).
Bulacan Educational Tour (Package A)
Venue San Miguel, Bulacan
Description: Visit to the following: Pastillas Making Demo (San Miguel), San Miguel Ancestral Homes, Biak-na-Bato National Park, San Miguel Leisure Farm, St. John of God Parish (San Rafael)
Bulacan Educational Tour (Package B)
Venue Malolos City, Bulacan
Description: Visit to the following: Basilica Minore, Bautista Mansion at Kamestizuhan Street, Casa Real, Barasoain Church , Barasoain Lights and Sounds & Ecclesiastical Museum, Hiyas Museum, Pulilan Butterfly Haven, Divine Mercy National Shrine
Bulacan Heritage Tour
Venue San Miguel, Bulacan
Description: Visit to the following heritage sites: San Miguel Ancestral Homes, Biak-na-Bato National Park, Lunch at Bulalo Republic (Baliuag), Battle of Quingua Marker, Baraosain Lights and Sounds & Ecclesiastical Museum, Barasoain Church, Casa Real, Basilica Minore and Marcelo H. del Pilar National Shrine
Bulacan Industial Tour
Venue Meycauayan, Bulacan
Description: Visit to the following: Meycauayan Jewelry Making Demo, Popular Puto in Marialo, Buffet Lunch at Malolos Resort & Club Royale, Pastillas Wrapper & Fruit Carving Demo, Santo Making Demo in Calumpit, Pulilan Butterfly Haven, Bone-in-Laid Furniture Demo, Buntal Hat & Bag Making Demo in San Ildefonso, Pastillas Making Demo in San Miguel
Bulacan Nilubugan Day Tour
Venue Dona Remedios Trinidad, Bulacan
Description: Brief description: Nilubugan River is part of a long stretch of Balaong River that extends down to Biak-na-Bato. Its cool mountain springs coupled with the presence of unique rock formation on both sides makes it a veritable haven for backpackers, conservationists and ordinary tourists
Bulacan Puning Cave Day Tour
Venue Dona Remedios Trinidad, Bulacan
Description: Brief description: Puning Cave to the south of DRT drains a microwatershed in Barangay Bayabas. Traversing this sink hole takes about an hour from end to end. During wet season, the mouth of the cave is flooded making it more challenging to negotiate (one has to swim). Activities: Spelunking inside the Puning Cave, river crossing using carabao-drawn carriage/horse-back ride, visit to the miraculous Nuestra Senora de Lourdes, a taste of Bulacan's famous Kapeng Barako, roundtrip transfers from the municipal hall
Bulacan Verdivia Falls Day Tour
Venue Dona Remedios Trinidad, Bulacan
Description: Brief description: Verdivia Falls in Barangay Talkbak Valley is one of the natural wonders of Bulacan due to its cascading waterfall and wide catch basin. The village is known for its sweetest pineapple in Luzon. Activities: community immersion with upland farmers, swimming, diving, rapelling and rafting
Bulacan: Barasoain Church Day Tour
Venue Meycauayan, Bulacan
Description: Jewelry-making in Meycauayan, Citang's Kakaning Bulakeno, Barasoain Church Lights & Sound Muesum, Ecclesiastical Museum, Casa Real Shrine/Women of Malolos Gallery, Basilica Minore/Kamestisuhan, Hiyas ng Bulacan Museum Contact: Blessed Travel & Tours, Hiyas Bldg., MacArthur Hwy., Guinhawa, Malolos City, Tel. No. (63 44) 663-7919/662-5518 Ariel Cinco - General Manager
Bulacan: Baybay - Ilog (River Cruise)
Venue Malolos City, Bulacan
Description: A 3-day river tour on the coastal areas of Bulacan. Includes banca ride on the rivers of the Obando-Bulacan-Malolos-Paombong-Hagonoy route; fishing, kayaking and swimming along the bay; and dining in a floating restaurant and bring home fresh seafoods.
Bulacan: Biak na Bato Cave Explore
Venue San Miguel, Bulacan
Description: A whole day cave exploration of the historic chambers of Bulacan: Aguinaldo Cave, Bahay Paniki (Bat Cave), including the so-called 'Yungib 1 - 3' and 'Tangpapan'. Swimming is offered at the Paniki cave. Optional (overnight) trek to Verdivia Falls in Dona Remedios Trinidad. Optional mountain trek to the famous 'Susung Dalaga'. Service/equipment fees: guide fee - P150/cave/10 pax; School trips(50 pax) - P800 (per bus) with 2 guides; All four caves - P600/10 pax; Susung Dalaga mountain trek - P600/10 pax or P1,000 (overnight); tents - P200 (4 pax capacity); rapelling gears - P500 (for 20 pax); Entrance fee (national Park) - P20 (adult) or P10 (student); for further information, contact: Mr. Victoriano Villela, President, Bunduk, Inc., Brgy. Sibul, Sitio Madlum, San Miguel, Bulacan, Mobile: 0928-342-7067 or Gilber Cruz (Guide, Samakaba, Inc.) mobile: 0928-328-4795 or Email: [email protected]
Bulacan: Kamestizuhan Walking Tour
Venue Malolos City, Bulacan
Description: A row of ancestral houses that are steep in history: Estrella and Pariancillo Sts. on where stands the Ejercito House which was the Department of War of the First Philippine Republic. On the left side of Pariancillo St. is the Cervantes House which is the Tiongson House with its intricate balustered windows that used to be the Commisaria de Guerra. The Adriano House has been beautifully restored and today serves as the Meralco Building. It was the Gobierno Militar de la Plaza. Just across it is a structure with sealed half-moon balconies that once served as the Carcel or jail. On the left are the ruins that mark the place where Jose Rizal's historic letter To the Women of Malolos was read. The Bautista House, ornately sculpted with neo-classic touches, was the Secretaria de Fomento. The Reyes House with its weather vane and octagonal rose window was the Secretaria de Exterior or Department of Foreign Affairs. Finally, the Convento which served as the Palacio Presidencial de Aguinaldo.
Bulacan: Lakbay Kaluto (Culinary Arts Tour)
Venue Malolos City, Bulacan
Description: A gastronomy tour of the various cuisine and delicacies in Bulacan. Choices include: Breakfast - Sinigang na Ulang and Longganizang Calumpit; Lunch/dinner - Pochero, Kare-kare, Hamon Bulakenyo, Atchara Adobo and Tinola; Merienda -Enseymada, Empanada, Inipit, Sapin-sapin, Puto't Kutsinta (Malolos), Minasa, Lenga de Galo (Bustos), Sitsarong Bulaklak (Sta. maria), Putong Pulo (Marilao) and Patillas de leche (San Miguel).
Bulacan: Lakbay Kasaysayan (History Tour)
Venue Malolos City, Bulacan
Description: A historical tour for the youth to remember and appreciate the beginnings of Philippine history and constantly relive our true Filipino values.
Bulacan: Lakbay Kongreso (Malolos Republic Tour)
Venue Malolos City, Bulacan
Description: A walking tour of the site of the 1st Constitutional Convention that occured in the historic town of Malolos e.g. Hiyas Museum, Barasoain Church, Casa Real, Basilica Minore, Pariancillo, and Paradise Resort.
Bulacan: Lakbay Kweba (Cave Exploration)
Venue San Miguel, Bulacan
Description: A 3-day tour of Biak-na-Bato for nature lovers. Includes visit to Madlum Cave, hiking and climbing from Mt. Mabio to the peak of Susong Dalaga in San Miguel, camping inside the park, rock climbing to the highest point of Mt. Silid at 1,008 meters above sea level, kayaking from Yungib I to the park entrance and therapeutic bath at Sibul spring.
Bulacan: Lakbay Republika (Malolos Republic Tour)
Venue San Miguel, Bulacan
Description: A tour of the historic sites of the three Republics: Kakarong de Sili Shrine in Pandi, Bustos Dam, Angat Church, Mercado House, Biak - na - Bato in San Miguel and Barasoain Church in Malolos.
Bulacan: Obando Fertility Rites
Venue Obando, Bulacan
Description: [Obando Fertility Rites, May 17] The festival is held in Obando, Bulacan in honor of Santa Clara, the patron saint barren women. Childless couples from all over the country flock to Obando to participate in the fertility dance held in the streets in the hope of being blessed with a child. But the dancing is not limited to childless couples. Today, no valid excuse is required to join the festivities. All you need are your dancing shoes, lots of stamina and a genuine desire to experience this quaint tradition.
Bulacan: Pulilan Carabao Festival
Venue Pulilan, Bulacan
Description: [Pulilan Carabao Festival, May 14] It's an unusual thanksgiving fiesta that features oiled, perfumed carabaos paying homage to Pulilan's patron saint, San Isidro de Labrador by kneeling in front of his statue. On the eve of the feast of San Isidro Labrador, the farmers pay tribute to the carabao (water buffalo) a farm animal helping the farmer till his land. On this day, the farmers brush their carabaos until their skin shine, adorn them with ribbons and are paraded around town. They are made to kneel down in front of the church in honor of the farmer's patron saint.
Clark - Arayat - Candaba Day Tour
Venue Clark, Pampanga
Description: An exciting tour of Arayat National Park (hiking, swimming, nature tripping) coupled with a tour of Clark Freeport Zone in addition to a visit to Hilaga Cultural Vilage/Botanical Garden in the City of San Fernando. Observation tour of Candaba Migratory Bird Sanctuary. Includes shopping tour of SM City Pampanga.
Clark - Boracay Tour Package 5D/4N
Venue Clark, Pampanga
Description: Day 1: Arrive via DMIA Check-in Holiday Inn Clark Free time Dinner Casino/Entertainment Day 2: Breakfast Tour of Clark: Clark Museum, Nayong Pilipino sa Clark Expo and Shopping (SM City Clark) / Lunch / Leave Clark for Boracay via Asian Spirit Arrive Caticlan Check-in resort Dinner Entertainment/Night Life Day 3: Breakfast Beach Combing/Swimming/Island Hopping Lunch Free Time Dinner Day 4: Breakfast Depart Caticlan for Clark via Asian Spirit Back to Clark Check-in Holiday Inn Clark Dinner Day 5: Breakfast Golf Departure End of Tour
Clark - Busuanga Tour Package 5D/4N
Venue Clark, Pampanga
Description: Day 1: Arrive via DMIA Check-in Holiday Inn Clark Dinner Casino/Entertainment Day 2: Tour of Clark: Clark Museum, Nayong Pilipino sa Clark Expo, and Shopping (SM City Clark) Leave Clark for Busuanga via SeAir Check-in hotel Lunch Beach Combing/ Swimming Day 3: Breakfast Honday Bay Tour (Island Hopping) Lunch Back to hotel Dinner Day 4: Breakfast St. Paul Underground River Tour Lunch Back to Clark Check-in Holiday Inn Clark Dinner Day 5: Departure
Clark - Cebu - Bohol Tour Package 5D/4N
Venue Clark, Pampanga
Description: Day 1: Arrive via DMIA Check-in Holiday Inn Clark Tour of Clark: Clark Museum, Nayong Pilipino sa Clark Expo and Shopping (SM City Clark) Overnight Day 2: Breakfast Leave Clark for Cebu via SeAir Check-in Waterfront (Mactain or Lahug) Lunch Cebu City tour: Magellan's Cross, Taoist Temple, Basilica de Sto. Nino Shopping at Tabo-an Market for dried mangoes and fish Dinner Casino/Entertainment (optional) Day 3: Breakfast Leave Cebu for Tagbilaran via Ocean Jet Bohol Tour: Chocolate Hills, Baclayon Church, Tarsier Lunch at Loboc River while cruising Back to Cebu Dinner Day 4: Breakfast Back to Clark via SeAir Check-in Holiday Inn Clark Dinner Day 5: Breakfast Departure End of Tour
Clark - Ilocos Tour Package 5D/4N
Venue Clark, Pampanga
Description: Day 1: Arrive via DMIA Check-in Holday Inn Clark Free Time Dinner Casino/Entertainment Day 2: Breakfast Tour of Clark: Clark Museum, Nayong Pilipino sa Clark Expo, and Shopping (SM City Clark) Lunch Leave Clark for La Union Check-in hotel Beach Combing/Swimming Dinner Entertainment Day 3: Breakfast Leave La Union for Vigan (early check-out) Lunch along the way Arrive Vigan: Heritage Tour, Shopping for native delicacies/handicrafts, and Pagburnayan (pottery-making)Check-in at Fort Ilocandia Resort Dinner Casino/Entertainment Day 4: Breakfast Tour of Laoag: Malacanang of the North, Paoay Church/Lake Lunch Leave Laoag for Clark Check-in Holiday Inn Clark Dinner Casino/Entertainment Day 5: Breakfast Departure End of Tour
Clark - La Union Tour Package 4D/3N
Venue Clark, Pampanga
Description: Day 1: Arrive at DMIA Check-in Holiday Inn Clark Free Time Dinner Casino/Entertainment Day 2 Breakfast Tour of Clark: Clark Museum, Nayong Pilipino sa Clark Expo and Shopping (SM City Clark) Lunch Leave Clark for La Union Check-in hotel Beach Combing/Swimming Dinner Entertainment Day 3: Breakfast Tour of La Union: Bell Church, Chinese Temple, Botanical Garden, Museo de Iloko Lunch Leave La Union for Clark Back to Holiday Inn Clark Casino/Entertainment Day 4: Breakfast Departure End of Tour
Clark - Manila Tour Package 4D/3N
Venue Clark, Pampanga
Description: Day 1: Arrive via DMIA Check-in Fontana Leisure Park Tour of Clark: Clark Museum, and Nayong Pilipino sa Clark Expo Lunch Swimming at Fontana Dinner Casino/Entertainment Day 2: Breakfast Leave Clark for Manila Shopping at Chinatown in Sta. Cruz Lunch Check-in Grand Boulevard Hotel Casino Entertainment at the Bay Walk Roxas Blvd) Day 3: Breakfast Leave hotel for SPA (pressurized water Lunch Back to hotel Day 4: Breakfast Back to Clark Departure End of Tour
Clark - Subic Tour Package 3D/2N
Venue Clark, Pampanga
Description: Day 1: Arrival Check-in Holiday Inn Clark Dinner Casino/Entertainment Overnight Day 2: Breakfast Tour of Clark: Clark Museum, Nayong Pilipino sa Clark Expo and Shopping (SM City Clark) Lunch Leave Clark for Subic Check-in at Legenda Hotel Tour of Subic: Ocean Adventure, JEST Camp and Buttefly Sanctuary Dinner Casino/Entertainment Day 3 Breakfast Beach Combing (optional) Leave Subic for Clark Departure End of Tour
Clark - Visita Iglesia (Journey to Seven Churches)
Venue Clark, Pampanga
Description From Clark Freeport Zone, an eight-hour journey to the Seven Churches of Pampanga, built from 1572 to 1900, will give a realistic experience of the European Renaissance. These are: Angeles (Holy Rosary Parish) Church - The product of forced labor in the Spanish colonial era turned out to be a fantastic and refreshing work of art; Lubao (St. Augustine Parish) Church - Pampanga's oldest church is a subject of architectural and engineering wonders and celebrates the artistic ingenuity of European and Filipino fine artists; Betis (St. James Parish) Church - Its interior is one of the most beautiful in the world, one of the few structures celebrating the artistic ingenuity of the Pampango and the Filipino. With its impressive exterior and retablo, it is one of the few places in the Philippines declared as National Treasure; Bacolor (San Guillermo Parish) Church - The Mt. Pinatubo calamities devastated the historic town of Bacolor, the former Philippine capital and known as the Athens of the Philippines, but not this artistically and historically fascinating church. Now half buried in lahar, the church still stands formidably welcoming devotees during Sunday masses; Guagua (Immaculate Concepcion) Parish - This church showcases the aesthetic outcome of perfection thru simplicity and delicate balancing in interior design. Although submerged in high flood waters for months during rainy seasons, it still stands majestically; San Fernando Cathedral - One perfect example how strong religiosity, labor of love and community spirit could create one significant work of art; Minalin (Parish) Church - The structural combines ancient and medieval ambiance as well as syntheses European and Malayan culture. (Credits: www.visitclark.com)
Clark: School Tours
Venue Clark, Pampanga
Description: For elementary pupils: Plant visit of Creamline Ice Cream Factory, Hansa Toys (maker of life-size stuffed toys for export), and Clark Plastic (maker of TV and monitor casing) For college students: Plant visit of Cyber City Teleservices, America On-line (AOL), plus optional tour of Dream Line Satellite, Yokohama, and Clark Plastic Historical Tour includes: Clark Museum, Museong Kapampangan, Hawong Ayta Museum, Gallery of Kapampangan Artists, White House, Memorial Stones, Stotsenberg Gate Posts, Twin Cannons, Gallery of Kapampangan Crafts, Spanish Cannon, The Barns, Parade Ground, Hangars, American World War Aces Memorial, Goddess of Peace Shrine, and Kamikaze West Airfield. Shopping at SM City Clark. For further details, please contact Clark Development Corp. (Cultural and Tourism Office), Tel. No. (63 45) 599-6235/3222/2854 eMail: [email protected] (Note: prior notice needed for plant visit)
Mt. Pinatubo
Venue Angeles City, Pampanga
Description: Geothermal exploration following the 1991 Mt. Pinatubo eruption indicated that the volcano hosted a hydrothermal system which today manifests varying degrees of temperature. Some of these are the thermal springs along the Sacobia River in Sitio Puning, Sapangbato, Angeles City where temperatures range from 40 to 70 degrees centigrade. Surging waters on these mountain springs were tested and were found to have zero couliform and 7.5 pH level which indicate their curative and healthful qualities and effect on bathers and frolickers. Incredibly, cold springs and waterfalls are also found in close proximity to these thermal manifestations.
Mt. Pinatubo Tour (Potrero)
Venue Porac, Pampanga
Description: A 7-hr trekking safari to the slopes of Mt. Pinatubo via the Pasig-Potrero river channel while traversing fast streambeds, prolific waterfalls and fantastic lunar (lahar) landscapes. An optional climb up to the crater takes two days.
Mt. Pinatubo Tour (San Marcelino)
Venue San Marcelino, Zambales
Description See the awesome spectacle left by the 1991 volcanic eruption in San Marcelino, Zambales; a lake atop a mountain village where about 600 houses are buried under water. Options: Aeta community immersion in Botolan Resettlements (Loob-bunga, Baquilan and Poonbato).
Mt. Pinatubo Tour (Sapang Uwak)
Venue Porac, Pampanga
Description: A mountain climbing adventure to the crater of Mt. Pinatubo via Sapang Uwak in Porac, Pampanga good for two days traversing hills and mountains. Includes community immersion with Aetas.
Mt. Pinatubo Trek (Sta. Juliana)
Venue Capas, Tarlac
Description: An opportunity to relish the peace and quiet of the 2.5-km. jewel-blue crater lake of Mt. Pinatubo in Botolan, Zambales via Sta. Juliana, Capas, Tarlac; drive on board 4x4 all-weather jeep along O'Donnell streambed; hike up to the crater for an hour and back. Contact: Jude Lenon (0920-803-5647) or Edwin Manalang (0910-722-7575) for renting 4x4 vehicle
North Philippines Escapade
Venue Angeles City, Pampanga
Description: Special 3D/2N tour package to Eco Hills Waterworld: Pangasinan - Baguio City - Hundred Islands - Alaminos, Pangasinan. ITINERARY: D1: Depart Angeles - Lunch Carmen, Pangasinan - Arrive Waterworld; D2: Depart Waterworld for Baguio - City tour - Depart Baguio for Waterworld; D3: Depart Waterworld - Arrive Hundred Islands - Lunch Seaview Rest - Site Tour - Depart for Angeles City.
Northern Luzon Loop Tour
Venue Manila-North Luzon, Philippines
Description: If you're looking for fun, excitement and thrilling discoveries, venture through the North Luzon Loop. Take off from Manila, the country's vibrant capital, which takes you as far as the northern tip of the Philippines in Aparri, Cagayan and back. The loop segues to the Pan-Philippine Highway, commonly referred to as the Maharlika Highway. The North Luzon Loop passes through the provinces of Bulacan, Pampanga, Zambales, Tarlac, Pangasinan, Baguio, Ilocos Sur, Ilocos Norte, Cordilleras, Cagayan, Isabela, Nueva Viscaya, and Quirino. Traveling within the Loop by land will unlock the doors ro our lush and verdant countryside; breathtaking scenic views of Baguio, Banaue and the Cordilleras; man-made and natural wonders found in Cagayan Valley Region; ancestral houses and centuries-old churches in Ilocos province; historical and religious landmarks in Bulacan; delicacies and special cuisines of Pangasinan or the sweet Zambales mangoes.
Nueva Ecija: Farm Tourism
Venue Science City of Munoz, Nueva Ecija
Description: Tour of agri-based institutions of Munoz in Nueva Ecija: farming technology of Central Luzon State University, plant tour of Phil. Rice Research Institute (PhilRice) and Phil. Carabao Center.
Pampanga Eco-Agri Tour
Venue Magalang, Pampanga
Description: Depart hotel early and travel to Mexico in the shadow of Mt. Arayat. Visit a private zoo and fish farm. Visit a noodle factory to see how the "bihon" is made for generations. Then proceed to Pampanga Agricultural College (PAC). Tour of campus facilities and take a swim in one of the swimming pools. Or visit the waterfalls or just take a walk on one of the well maintained walking tracks. Return to your hotel late in the afternoon.
Pampanga: Apung Iru Fluvial Festival
Venue Apalit, Pampanga
Description: [Apung Iru Festival, June 28] The most awaited activity of this festival is the colorful fluvial procession where the image of St. Peter is brought down from Capalangan to Calumpit River where a colorfully decorated mini pagoda awaits the image.
Pampanga: Kulinary Day Tour
Venue Angeles City, Pampanga
Description: Itinerary: 7 a.m. - Departure from Manila 9 a.m. - ETA at Galang Culinary School, Angeles City. Light snacks that include Pampanga's chocolate and kakanin. 9:30 a.m. - Start of hands-on cooking . Students to prepare the ingridients and cook while Ms. Galang lectures on how to cook the ff; authentic Kapampangan dishes: Paksing Demonyo, Asadong Kapampangan, Pako Salad, Bangus Sesmuan, Sisig and Tibok-Tibok. 11 a.m. - Lunch of dishes prepared. 12:30 p.m. Depart for Mrs. Borromeo's place in Mexico, Pampanga. Hands-on cooking on Pampanga's Tocino and San Nicolas Cookies. Tour of the town's ancient houses with authentic housewares and furnitures. 3 p.m. Depart for Mrs. Enriquez' house in Bulacan, Bulacan for a demo and lecture on the so-called 'Pagkain ng mga Bayani' (Food of the Heroes). Hands-on cooking of bread sauce for Palabok and Suretse (sauce for Suman). Snacks. 6:00 p.m. - ETD Mrs. Enriquez' house. 8 p.m. - ETA Manila
Pampanga: Lenten Crucifixion (for media only)
Venue City of San Fernando, Pampanga
Description: FIRST DAY, Holy Wednesday, 9:00 a.m: Proceed to Brgy. San Pedro Cutud (San Fernando) for an interview with the flagellants and “Christ”/ at 2:00 p.m., proceed to Brgy. Lourdes Northwest (Angeles City) for an interview with the flagellants and Christ / SECOND DAY, Maundy Thursday, Whole Day: Visit to the Pabasa� (non-stop chanting of biblical verses)in Brgy. Lourdes Northwest(Angeles City) / THIRD DAY, Good Friday, 9:00 a.m: Proceed to Brgy. San Pedro Cutud to witness the Via Crucis� or Way of the Cross (a 51 year old street drama on the Passion of Christ written and performed by local residents) / At 12:00 noon, witness actual cucifixion of a host of penitents / At 1:00 p.m., back to Brgy. Northwest (Angeles City)to catch a unique Lenten street drama and crucifixion of some penitents / FOURTH DAY , Black Saturday, whole day: Shopping Kapampangan delicacies, arts and crafts in San Fernando, Betis, San Matias and Mexico / FIFTH DAY, Easter Sunday, 4:00 a.m: Proceed to Sta. Maria Parish Church Balibago Angeles City to witness the most elaborate Salubong� (A traditional religious event which portrays the meeting of Christ and His mother, Mary, after the resurrection in an elaborate drama participated in by local residents dressed as angels and different biblical characters) / END OF TOUR
Pampanga: Metro Angeles cum Lahar Tour
Venue Angeles City, Pampanga
Description: Tour of Clark Ecozone (industrial and commercial), Clark Museum, Fontana and Mimosa, city tour of Angeles (commercial district, Museo ning Angeles, centuries-old houses), Angeles Furniture Village, arts and crafts; Lahar tour of the sunken village of Bacolor along SFO-Olongapo Road.
Pampanga: Sinukwan Festival
Venue City of San Fernando, Pampanga
Description: Held 2nd week of December as the highlight of the week-long festivities of Pampanga's Foundation Day. The Sinukwan festival heralds unique culture and distinct beliefs of the Kapampangans through a colorful parade along the capital city of San Fernando, and a province-wide dance competition showcasing indigenous rituals and music along San Fernando main thoroughfare. The festival is conceived to pay tribute to king Sinukwan who has since evolved to become the essence of the Kapampangan character. This is also the reason why the focus of the festival's attire is the "headdress" symbolizing Sinukwan's kingly crown. But more importantly, the festival is a living testament to what is known as the "Lahing Kapampangan".
Pan-Philippine Highway Tour
Venue Manila - Davao, Philippines
Description: Formerly known as the Maharlika Highway, the Pan-Philippine Highway's road network runs from Manila to Davao in Mindanao via Bicol in southern Luzon and Samar and Leyte in eastern Visayas. The 2,500-km arterial trunk route remains the country's principal transport backbone. Also known as the Philippine Japan Friendship Highway, the highway was improved with the assistance of the Japanese government. To better accommodate the increasing passenger traffic, bus and ferry terminals were geared up to maintain its vital function of facilitating the movement of people, goods and services through most parts of the country through the assistance of operators of long distance bus services. The improvement of services along the Pan-Philippines Highway is further boosted by RORO ferry services that link the western seaboard trunk route and lateral connections of the Pan-Philippines Highway within the Visayas area.
Sierra Madre Ecotourism Trail
Venue Luzon, Philippines
Description: The trail involves trekking through the 1.4-million ha. mountain range that is home to 3,500 species of plants and the widest variety of birds in Luzon and other flora and fauna. Interesting points on the lowland trail are the Penablanca Protected Landscape, Biak-na-Bato National Park, Northern Sierra Madre Natural Park, and the Capisaan Caves in Nueva Vizcaya. To the south are the Pamintinan Caves and Avelon Zoo in Rizal. The coastal trail features beaches, surfing and dive sites, and towns of Luzon's Pacific coast that can be reached primarily by boat. The Baler-Palanan trail whose coastline is noted for waves ideal for surfing. The trail from Palaui Island in Cagayan, the northernmost tip of the Sierra Madre, to the UP Land Grant in Quezon, south of Metro Manila is mapped out to become an ecotourism zone. The Aguinaldo trail follows the route of Gen. Emilio Aguinaldo when he crossed the Sierra Madre from San Mariano to Palanan to escape pursuing American forces during the the Philippine-American War.
Strong Republic Nautical Highway (Expanded)
Venue Visayas and Mindanao, Philippines
Description: The SRNH has been expanded into the Western Nautical Highway which has 11 RORO-capable ports with shipping companies regularly plying the route; the Central Nautical Highway having 11 out of 14 ports RORO-capable (Placer, Aroroy and Donsol) with 4 out of 7 routes serviced regularly by shipping companies plying the routes (Mambajao-Jagna, Bogo-Placer and Aroroy-Donsol); and, the Eastern Nautical Highway which has 2 out of 4 ports RORO-capable (Naval and Cataingan) and 1 out of 2 routes serviced regularly by shipping companies plying the route (Cataingan-Naval, Biliran). It covers a total of 919 kilometers of land travel and 137 nautical miles of sea travel interconnecting 17 provinces and cities of Oriental Mindoro, Tagaytay/Cavite, Marinduque, Romblon and Batangas in Luzon; Aklan, Antique, Iloilo, Capiz, Negros Oriental. Negros Occidental, Bohol, Cebu, Guimaras and Siquijor in the Visayas; and Misamis Occidental, Misamis Oriental, Lanao del Norte and Dapitan City in Mindanao. From Manila, drive to Batangas port, board the RORO to Calapan City. From Calapan, drive south of Roxas, Oriental Mindoro and catch the daily RORO trip to Caticlan.Iloilo via Capiz town is about 5-hours drive from Caticlan. In Iloilo you can go to Guimaras Islands and have a taste of the country's finest mangoes before going further south to Bacolod City then to Dumaguete and finally reaching Zamboanga del Norte aboard the RORO. Travel at your leisure, enjoy the rare experience and hop from one exciting destination to another at very affordable prices. Contact information: Montenegro Shipping Lines Tel. No. (63 43) 723-8294/6980/722-1873 or (63 43) 723-1701/0164 (Phil Ports Authority) or (63 43) 723-8242 (Cargo Handling)
Strong Republic Nautical Highway Tour (Standard)
Venue Inter-regional Travel, Philippines
Description: DAY 1 - LV Manila/ARR Batangas City Port/RO-RO; DAY 2 - LV Batangas/ARR Calapan City/Check-in/Calapan City Tour/Overnight; DAY 3 - LV Calapan City/ARR Roxas, Oriental Mindoro/RO-RO/LV Roxas/ARR Caticlan/Boracay/ Overnight; DAY 4 - Island Tour/LV Caticlan/ARR Iloilo City/Overnight; DAY 5 - Iloilo Tour/LV Iloilo/ RO-RO/ARR Bacolod/City Tour/Overnight; DAY 6 - LV Bacolod City/Dolphin Watch/Dumaguete by land/ARR Dumaguete/City Tour; DAY 7 - LV Dumaguete/RO-RO/ARR Dapitan City/City Tour Contact information: Montenegro Shipping Lines Tel. No. (63 43) 723-8294/6980/722-1873 or (63 43) 723-1701/0164 (Phil Ports Authority) or (63 43) 723-8242 (Cargo Handling)
Subic - Bataan Tour
Venue Subic Bay Freeport, Zambales
Description: A 3D/2N tour of Pamulaklakin Trails, Nabasan Beach, Subic Bay Nature Park, Peace Bell shrine, Mt. Samat, Bataan Nuclear Plant, Morong Beach, Bataan Techno Park Asian Shrines and Agri-tourism sites(Contact SBMA Tourism Department Tel. No. 047-252-4123/4195).
Subic - Zambales Tour
Venue Subic Bay Freeport, Zambales
Description A 3D/2N tour of Pamulaklakin Trails, Nabasan Beach, Subic Bay Nature Park, Ramon Magsaysay Ancestral House, Pundaquit Beach (San Antonio), Capones Island and Lighthouse (San Antonio), Casa San Miguel (San Antonio) and Crystal Beach (San Narciso). Contact SBMA Tourism Department Tel. No. (047) 252-4123/4195.
Subic Bay Corporate Outing
Venue Subic Bay Freeport, Zambales
Description: Subic Bay Corporate Outing: Zoobic Safari, Pamulaklakin Forest Trail, Triboa Bay Mangrove Park, nightlife, beach, plus hotel accommodation (twin sharing), breakfast For further details, please contact SBMA Tourism, Bldg. 662, Taft St. at Tel. No. (63 47) 252-4123/4242
Subic Bay Family Fun
Venue Subic Bay Freeport, Zambales
Description: Subic Bay Family Fun: Zoobic Safari, Pamulaklakin Forest Trail, Triboa Bay Mangrove Park, JEST Camp, beach, plus hotel accommodation (twin sharing) with breakfast For further details, please contact SBMA Tourism, Bldg. 662, Taft St. at Tel. No. (63 47) 252-4123/4242
Subic Bay Gimmick Barkada
Venue Subic Bay Freeport, Zambales
Description: Subic Bay Gimmick Barkada: Zoobic Safari, Pamulaklakin Forest Trail, Triboa Bay Mangrove Park, JEST Camp, Apaliin Trail, beach, plus nightlife, hotel accommodation (twin sharing at Carcon), breakfast For further details, please contact SBMA Tourism, Bldg. 662, Taft St. at Tel. No. (63 47) 252-4123/4242
Subic Bay Holiday
Venue Subic Bay Freeport, Zambales
Description: Subic Bay Holiday: Zoobic Safari, Pamulaklakin Forest Trail, Triboa Bay Mangrove Park, Apaliin Trail, beach, plus Ocean Adventure, Luto sa Kawayan demo, Subic Museum For further details, please contact SBMA Tourism, Bldg. 662, Taft St. at Tel. No. (63 47) 252-4123/4242
Subic Bay Holiday MAX
Venue Subic Bay Freeport, Zambales
Description: Subic Bay Holiday MAX: Zoobic Safari, JEST Camp, Pamulaklakin Forest Trail, Triboa Bay Mangrove Park, Apaliin Trail, beach, plus Ocean Adventure, Luto sa Kawayan demo, Subic Museum For further details, please contact SBMA Tourism, Bldg. 662, Taft St. at Tel. No. (63 47) 252-4123/4242
Subic Bay Nature Adventure
Venue Subic Bay Freeport, Zambales
Description: Subic Bay Nature Adventure: Triboa Bay Mangrove Park, Apaliin Trail, JEST Camp, beach, nightlife, plus nature trekking, Extreme Adventure, Go-karting, hotel accommodation (twin sharing), breakfast For further details, please contact SBMA Tourism, Bldg. 662, Taft St. at Tel. No. (63 47) 252-4123/4242
Subic Bay Tour (Standard)
Venue Subic Bay Freeport, Zambales
Description: Subic Bay Tour (Standard): Zoobic Safari, Pamulaklakin Forest Trail, Triboa Bay Mangrove Park, Jungle Survival Training (JEST) Camp For further details, please contact SBMA Tourism, Bldg. 662, Taft St. at Tel. No. (63 47) 252-4123/4242
Subic Bay Tour PLUS
Venue Subic Bay Freeport, Zambales
Description: Subic Bay Tour PLUS: Zoobic Safari, Pamulaklakin Forest Trail, JEST Camp, plus Apaliin Trail, beach For further details, please contact SBMA Tourism, Bldg. 662, Taft St. at Tel. No. (63 47) 252-4123/4242
Subic Summer Wet and Wild
Venue Subic Bay Freeport, Zambales
Description: To experience a ZOOBIC SAFARI adventure in Subic Bay Freeport is like being thrown inside National Geographic's African safari program. A pack of huge healthy-looking tigers chase after your vehicle in open grassland. Curious ostriches gather around your vehicle as if to say "peek-a-boo." In a show staged in the jungle, a wild boar thinks and acts like dog, a blind albino python snake entertains guests, and cub tigers as big as Labradors are eager to be stroked and bottle-fed by guests. The Zoobic Safari experience may be more than enough to satisfy the animal longing in you, but at Subic Bay, there are still several adventures that can thrill, excite and get your adrenalin going. Subic Bay offers a range of activities that will make you wet and wild this summer, from safaris, jungle survival lessons (JEST camp) and mountain treks to wonderful beaches and diving sites and whaleshark and dolphin shows (Ocean Adventure). The Subic Bay Metropolitan Authority (SBMA) is currently offering affordable tour packages. A Subic Day Tour costing only P599 per person will have you experience the Zoobic Safari, Pamulaklakin Forest Trail, Triboa Bay Mangrove Park and Jest Camp. A Subic Day Tour Plus at P699 per person includes Zoobic Safari, Pamulaklakin Forest Trail, Apaliin trail, JEST camp and beach. Subic adventure for the family costs P1,999 per person and includes twin sharing accommodation with breakfast, Zoobic Safari, JEST Camp, Triboa Bay Mangrove Park, Pamulaklakin Forest Trail, and beach. For a group or a "barkada" planning to go to Subic, a rate of P899 per person with quad-sharing accommodation will have them experience Zoobic Safari, JEST Camp, Apaliin Trail, Pamulaklakin Forest Trail, Triboa Bay Mangrove Park, nightlife and beach. Nature Adventure priced at P2,199 offers the places mentioned plus use of Go Kart and the experience of Extreme Adventure. Corporate outing rate goes for P1,699 per person and this includes accommodation, Zoobic Safari, Pamulaklakin Trail, beach, Triboa Bay Mangrove Park and nightlife. For more info, log on to www.subicbay.com For further details, please contact SBMA Tourism, Bldg. 662, Taft St. at Tel. No. (63 47) 252-4123/4242 (Credit: Raquel Gomez, Phil Daily Inquirer, April 7, 2006)
Subic: Jungle Survival Tour
Venue Subic Bay Freeport, Zambales
Description: An educational tour to the rainforest of Subic Bay Freeport where Aeta guides provide outdoor orientation on basic mountaineering, fire-building, trap making, wildlife identification and other wilderness survival techniques. For further details, please contact SBMA Tourism, Bldg. 662, Taft St. at Tel. No. (63 47) 252-4123/4242
Subic: Ocean Adventure Tour
Venue Subic Bay Freeport, Zambales
Description: Visit to Ocean Adventure Marine Park, set lunch at Ilanin Bay Cafe, whale show at El Capitan Theater, sea lion show at Nautilus Theater, access to Ocean Discovery Aquarium, access to Sea Lion Viewing Deck, access to Sea Lion Training Center, and coordinator services. For further details, please contact SBMA Tourism, Bldg. 662, Taft St. at Tel. No. (63 47) 252-4123/4242
Subic: Wonder Over Wrecks (WoW)
Venue Subic Bay Freeport, Zambales
Description: Subic Bay boasts of interesting wreck dives. The bay hosts a formidable combination of wreck sites like the 19th century Spanish gunboat San Quintin, Japanese luxury liner Oryoku Maru, and the ex-USS New York (best preserved), cargo ship Seian Maru, AN LST and El Capitan. The average depth for the six wreck sites is 45 ft. The package is complemented by a trip to the rainforest and white sand beaches. For further details, please contact SBMA Tourism, Bldg. 662, Taft St. at Tel. No. (63 47) 252-4123/4242
Zambales: Mango Dinamulag Festival
Venue Iba, Zambales
Description: Held on 26 - 29 April, the Dinamulag Festival celebrates the reputation of the Zambales mango as the sweetest fruit in the country. Enjoy two (2) nights/ three (3) days at the cozy resorts of Iba, Zambales. Witness the most spectacular sunset scene in the world. Feel the cool, refreshing waters of Iba beaches with sparkling sands and amazing ocean floors. Your Dinamulag experience will instinctively be filled with three days of street dancing, float parade, shopping at the trade fair, mango picking, beach Mardi Gras, and Zambales Bikini Open. For further details, please contact Zambales Provincial Tourism and Investment Office at Tel. No. (63 47) 811-7221/7216/7203
How to Get There (Zambales or Bataan): Motorists coming from NLEX bound for Subic are advised to take the Spur/NLE interchange located between the Dau and Sta. Ines exits of the NLEX and proceed to the SCTEx Clark Logistics Toll Plaza. After crossing the bridge, follow the loop of the ramp towards Subic. Likewise, motorists at SCTEx bound for Bataan may exit at the Dinalupihan Interchange via the Roman highway. When in Subic Freeport, take the Kalayaan Gate to proceed to Zambales.
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