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A TASTE OF THE PHILIPPINES - 12 days
Manila, Laoag, Banaue, Boracay, Tagaytay

Filipino cuisine is the eclectic offspring of a centuries-old union between Eastern and Western influences, long before 'fusion' ever became a part of today's gourmet lexicon. Passed on from one generation to the next, this extraordinary combination of contrasting influences has metamorphosed into a uniquely Filipino cuisine, reflecting the country's geographical milieu and its agricultural way of life. This tour of the Philippine islands will give visitors a first-hand experience of the country's culinary traditions — from cutting-edge gastronomic delights to dining off banana leaves with your hands in the traditional manner. Learn about distinct regional dishes and how to utilize the fresh herbs and ingredients that make Filipino food so memorable. Begin and end your journey in Manila, with its full range of international and regional cooking styles. In between, visit Laoag in the picturesque northern Luzon and, of course, the famed rice terraces of Banaue, a testament to engineering and ingenuity in food cultivation. Next, spend two relaxing nights at Boracay, where the beaches are idyllic expanses of pure white sand and crystal blue waters, and the restaurants offer a range of international cuisine and abundance of fresh seafood. From Boracay, visit Tagaytay, with sublime views overlooking Lake Taal, one of Asia's most stunning volcanic lakes, before returning to Manila.

Like all of our tours, this is simply a suggested itinerary, and can easily be customized to suit your schedule, budget, and interests.

Day 1: Arrive Manila, transfer to hotel; Day 2: Half-day Manila tour, gourmet Filipino lunch and cooking demonstration; Day 3: Fly to Laoag, afternoon city tour and lunch; Day 4: Morning tour, lunch in Pagudpud, drive to Tuguegarao, visit the Callao Caves; Day 5: Drive to Banaue, visit local villages; Day 6: Tour Banaue Rice Terraces; Day 7: Drive to Manila; Day 8: Fly to Boracay, dinner featuring Visayan specialties; Day 9: At leisure; Day 10: Fly to Manila; Day 11: Day excursion to Tagaytay; Day 12: Depart Manila

Cost per person, double occupancy, from $4,650

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