BT 05
COUNTRYSIDE LOOP
MANILA / PAGSANJAN / VILLA ESCUDERO / TAGAYTAY / MANILA

DAY 01 MANILA / PAGSANJAN / PAETE [ L ]
After approximately a two-and-a-half hours drive reach the town of Pagsanjan to experience the thrill of "shooting-the-rapids". Board a native dug-out canoe manned by two able boatmen for a picturesque ride to the water falls, passing by lush tropical vegetation, steep gorges and towering canyons (approx. 2 hours). Return downstream by riding the currents through huge boulders and churning waters at breakneck speed. Lunch at Pagsanjan Rapids Hotel. In the afternoon visit the woodcarvings and paper mache-making shops in Paete town (approx. 20 minutes from Pagsanjan). Overnight stay at the Pagsanjan Rapids Hotel.

DAY 02 PAGSANJAN / VILLA ESCUDERO [ B, L, D ]
Breakfast at the hotel. Proceed to Villa Escudero approximately an hour away. This quaint and historic ancestral manor is set amidst a pastoral grove of coconut palms, verdant fields and mountains reminiscent of the plantation era. The stay is highlighted by a visit to its museum, which houses an interesting collection of historic, religious and cultural artifacts dating from the pre-hispanic times to World War II and a carabao (water buffalo) ride around the villa to observe coconut harvesting and processing. Lunch, Dinner and overnight stay at Villa Escudero.

DAY 03 VILLA ESCUDERO / TAGAYTAY / MANILA [ B ]
After Breakfast proceed to Tagaytay Ridge (approx. 3 hours) at 2,250 feet above sea level. The ridge is not only cool and invigorating but also picturesque and scenic. Enjoy the spectacular view of one of the lowest volcanic craters in the world. Stopover at the Picnic Grove for picture taking of Taal Lake and Taal Volcano and Lunch (on individual account). On the way back to Manila visit a Jeepney Factory and stop to listen to the unique century-old Bamboo Organ of Las Pinas. Arrive in Manila late in the afternoon.

INCLUSIONS :
- Hotel accommodations in Pagsanjan and Villa Escudero
- Daily American Breakfast and other meals as indicated
- Transfers and sightseeing tours as stated
- Porterage fees (max. 2 pieces of standard size luggage)
- Services of an English-speaking Tour Guide

DAY 01 MANILA / SUBIC
Drive to Subic (approx. 2 hours) passing through rice fields and native villages along the way. Cradled by the soaring mountains in Zambales province, amid virgin rainforest with clean and healthy air, and crystal clear unpolluted waters, Subic Bay has a very special magic all its own.

Upon arrival enjoy a running tour (approx. 3 hours) of the former U.S. Navy Base complex which was returned to the Filipinos in 1992. The base has been converted into a freeport and economic zone.

Rest of the day at leisure or try the horseback riding at El Kabayo with accompanying native guides. Learn to appreciate the culture and jungle survival techniques of the indigenous Aeta people, the native of the place, at the Jungle Survival Training in the Pamulaklakin Village. There is also a complete selection of aqua sports including yachting, water-skiing, windsurfing, sailboarding, coral and shipwreck diving, jet-skiing, fishing and more. Sample the usual tourist delights : swimming, mountain biking, squash and tennis. Subic Bay features a 27-hole, championship golf course, one of the finest in the Philippines and a top-class equestrian center.

In the evening, try your luck and enjoy Subic's casinos or sing to your heart's content at the first class karaoke clubs. Overnight stay.

DAY 02 SUBIC / CLARK FIELD [ B ]
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive to Clark Field (approx. 1 hour) via the central plains of Luzon island, passing by lahar damaged countryside and rehabilitated commercial and business establishments. Upon arrival check-in at the Holiday Inn Resort. Rest of the day at leisure. Visit the Casino or one of the many duty free stores. Overnight stay.

DAY 03 CLARK FIELD / MANILA [ B ]
Breakfast at the hotel. Play a round of Golf or try your luck again at the Casino. Return to Manila in the afternoon.

INCLUSIONS :
- Hotel accommodations in Subic and Clark
- Daily Breakfast
- Transfers and tours as indicated
- Porterage fees (maximum 2 pieces of standard size luggage)
- Services of an English-speaking Tour Guide

DAY 01 MANILA / BATANGAS / PUERTO GALERA
Drive to Batangas Pier (approx. 2 hours) and transfer by pumpboat to Coco Beach, 45 minutes away. Arrive at the resort and check in. Rest of the day at leisure

Coco Beach is located in one of the coves of Puerto Galera, on the island of Mindoro. In the old days, Spanish galleons would drop by to seek shelter or replenish stores, this is the very reason why the place is named Puerto Galera or "Port of Galleons ". All of Coco Beach bungalows and facilities are made of natural materials which blend well with the unspoiled nature surrounding it. It is therefore not surprising that all the 80 cottages are scattered around the 10-hectare land area among the coconuts and other trees. Overnight stay.

DAY 02 PUERTO GALERA (COCO BEACH) [ B ]
Breakfast at the resort. Full day at leisure to discover the nearby islands, beaches and coves, or to simply rest and relax at the beach. Overnight stay.

DAY 03 COCO BEACH / MANILA [ B ]
Breakfast at the resort. Return to Manila arriving in the mid afternoon.

INCLUSIONS :
- Resort accommodations
- Transfers by Coco Beach Shuttle service
- Daily Buffet Breakfast
- Porterage fees (maximum 2 pieces of standard size luggage)

BT 08
EL NIDO : JEWEL OF PALAWAN
MANILA / EL NIDO / MANILA

DAY 01 MANILA / EL NIDO
Transfer to the A. Soriano Hangar to board a private chartered flight to El Nido (approx. 1.5 hours). Upon arrival transfer to the resorts by pump boat (approx. 1 hour).

El Nido is a marine sanctuary in northern Palawan with two picturesque resorts - Miniloc Island, with 31 cottages and Lagen Island, with 51 cottages. A Guest Activity Co-ordinator will provide a briefing on the resort activities for the day. Full board and overnight stay.

DAY 02 EL NIDO
After breakfast, spend the day exploring countless hidden beaches, secret lagoons and isolated coves. The marine sport available include diving, windsurfing, snorkelling and kayaking. Full board and overnight stay.

DAY 03 EL NIDO / MANILA
American Breakfast. Day at leisure until the return flight via a private chartered aircraft to Manila.

INCLUSIONS :
- Resort accommodations
- Full board including snacks
- All essential transfers
- Use of boat for various activities - island hopping, picnics , fishing , sunset cruising , visit to caves and lagoons-
- One introductory dive for non-divers, inclusive of orientation, use of complete dive gear and the services of a diver guide
- Use of marine sports equipment such as windsurf, aqua-bike, kayaks, snorkels, fins, masks, fishing hook and line
- Porterage fees (maximum 2 pieces of standard size luggage)
- Services of a Guest Activity Coordinator

BT 09
BACOLOD: SUGARLAND AND HERITAGE
MANILA / BACOLOD / MANILA

DAY 01 MANILA / BACOLOD and BAGO
Transfer to the Manila Domestic for the scheduled flight to Bacolod City, in Negros Island. Upon arrival transfer to the hotel of your choice. After check-in, drive to nearby Bago City, for a visit to the ancestral house and show room of General Juan Araneta - leader of the 1898 Revolution in southern Negros. Return to Bacolod City. Overnight stay.

DAY 02 BACOLOD / SILAY [ B ]
Breakfast at the hotel. Drive around the City Plaza to glimpse at the century-old San Sebastian Cathedral. Proceed to the Yulo's Park and Ancestral House for a short visit. Pass by the Instituto Rizal, the first public school established by the Americans in 1903, and the Lizares Mansion. Cruise along Lacson Street, then head north, passing by the General Lacson Ancestral House in Talisay, to Silay City. In Silay, visit the Balay Negrense and the Isabel Jalandoni Museum, also known as the " Paris de Negros ".

Proceed to Victorias Milling Company for Lunch at the VMC Golf and Country Clubhouse (on individual account). After lunch, tour the sugar mill. Proceed to Hacienda Rosalia in Manapla, where remnants of a vintage sugar mill steam machine, dating back to the era of the European Industrial Revolution of the1800's lies. Nearby is the Chapel of the Cartwheels and the "Gaston Farm House " - a circa 1920 edifice, considered to be a " model farm house " in the area. Return to Bacolod City. Overnight stay.

DAY 03 BACOLOD / LA CARLOTA [ B ]
Breakfast at hotel. Drive for 40-minute to La Carlota City and the La Granja Agricultural Research Center. The center was one of three sugar research centers established by the Spanish government in the 1800's.

After visiting La Granja, proceed to the Central Azucarera de la Carlota - one of the most modern sugar mills in the province. At the CAC, comes the highlight of the tour : the ride on one of the " iron dragons " that will take you for a tour of the vast sugar plantations of Negros Occidental. By noontime, you leave CAC for La Carlota City proper. Lunch at a local restaurant (on individual account). Overnight stay.

DAY 04 BACOLOD / MANILA [ B ]
Breakfast at the hotel . Transfer to the Bacolod City airport for the return scheduled flight
to Manila.

INCLUSIONS
- Hotel Accommodations
- Transfers and tours as stated
- Daily American Breakfast
- Porterage fees (maximum 2 pieces of standard size luggage)
- Services of an English-speaking local Tour Guide