Vigan
₱: 8135.00 Per Person (Min 2 Pax travelling)
Day-Wise Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Vigan
Arrival at Vigan Airport
Shared van transfer to hotel. Estimated fare: PHP 250 per person.
Check-in at Paradores de Vigan
Amenities: Air-conditioned room, Wi-Fi, breakfast included, fitness center, kitchenette.
Lunch at Café Leona
Budget: PHP 250 per person
Recommended dishes: Vigan longganisa, bagnet, and sinanglao (Ilocano beef soup).
Explore Calle Crisologo (Free)
Visit souvenir shops selling woven blankets, pottery, and Ilocano delicacies.
Plaza Burgos and Vigan Empanada Snack
Try authentic Vigan empanada (PHP 60 per piece).
Dinner at Hidden Garden Lilong & Lilang Restaurant
Budget: PHP 250 per person
Recommended dishes: Poqui-poqui (eggplant dish), bagnet sisig, and tinuno (grilled meat).
Day 2: Vigan Heritage Tour (Self-financed PHP 3,000 per person)
Breakfast at the hotel (included in accommodation)
Vigan Heritage Tour via Tricycle (PHP 500 for 2 pax / PHP 250 per person)
Baluarte Zoo (Free) – A wildlife sanctuary featuring animals, a butterfly garden, and a dinosaur display.
Pagburnayan Jar Factory (Free) – Watch traditional pottery-making.
National Museum (Entrance Fee: PHP 50 per person) – Explore Ilocano history and artifacts.
St. Paul’s Cathedral (Free) – A historic church in the heart of Vigan.
Bantay Church and Bell Tower (Entrance Fee: PHP 20 per person) – A panoramic view of Vigan.
Plaza Salcedo (Free) – A relaxing spot for a historical walk.
Lunch at Casa Jardin
Budget: PHP 250 per person
Recommended dishes: Pinakbet, bagnet, and Ilocano seafood dishes.
Afternoon Free Time – Optional Kalesa Ride (PHP 200 per person)
Explore Vigan the old-fashioned way via horse-drawn carriage ride.
Dinner at Café Uno
Budget: PHP 250 per person
Recommended dishes: Vigan pasta, chicken bagnet, and Ilocano fusion dishes.
Dancing Fountain Show at Plaza Salcedo (7:30 PM) – Free
Day 3: Laoag City Tour (Self-financed PHP 3,000 per person)
Breakfast at the hotel (included in accommodation)
Depart for Laoag via bus or van (PHP 150 per person one-way)
Laoag City Tour via Tricycle or Private Tour (PHP 500 per person)
St. William’s Cathedral (Free) – Known for its grand facade and religious significance.
Sinking Bell Tower (Free) – A historical landmark slowly sinking due to its weight.
Aurora Park (Free) – A small park with monuments and statues of historical figures.
Malacañang of the North (Entrance Fee: PHP 50 per person) – Overlooking Paoay Lake, this is a former presidential home.
Batac Museum (Entrance Fee: PHP 50 per person) – A museum dedicated to Ilocos Norte’s history.
Paoay Church (Free) – A UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning baroque architecture.
Lunch at Batac Empanadahan (PHP 200 per person)
Try Ilocos empanada and miki (Ilocano noodle dish).
Sand Dunes Adventure (Optional, PHP 1,000 per person)
Experience 4x4 rides and sandboarding at Laoag’s famous sand dunes.
Return to Vigan via bus or van (PHP 150 per person)
Dinner at Arce Mansion (PHP 250 per person)
Recommended dishes: Ilocano platter with bagnet, longganisa, and dinengdeng.
Day 4: Check-out and Departure
Breakfast at the hotel (included in accommodation)
Leisure morning – Optional souvenir shopping at Calle Crisologo (Budget: PHP 200 per person)
Lunch at Irene’s Vigan Empanada (PHP 200 per person)
ACTIVITY
Vigan City Tour (Self financed - PHP 3, 000):
- Baluarte Zoo - A wildlife sanctuary featuring exotic animals and stunning landscapes.
- St. Paul's Cathedral - A majestic Baroque-style cathedral, also known as the Vigan Cathedral.
- Pagburnayan - Try your hand at traditional jar-making in this local pottery village.
- Calle Crisologo - Stroll along the iconic cobblestone street lined with Spanish-era heritage houses.
- National Museum - Explore the rich culture and history of Ilocos through fascinating exhibits.
- Bantay Church & Bell Tower - A historic watchtower offering breathtaking views of Vigan.
- Plaza Salcedo - A central square woth a rich history, home to the San Juan de Salcedo monument.
- Dancing Fountain - A spectacular water nd light show to end your Vigan experience.
Laoag City Tour (Self financed - PHP 3, 000):
- St. William's Cathedral - A grand 17th-century church featuring a distinct Italian Renaissance design.
- Sinking Bell Tower - A mysterious structure that continues to sink slowly into the ground.
- Aurora Park - A historic plaza with Spanish-era monuments and scenic surroundings.
- Malacanang of the North - A grand presidential residence overlooking the picturesque Paoay Lake.
- Batac Museum - A museum showcasing the political legacy of President Ferdinand Marcos.
- Batac Empanadahan (on pax) - Enjoy the famous Ilocano Empanada, crispy and flavorful.
- Paoay Church - A UNESCO-listed Baroque church with massive buttresses for earthquake resistance.
- Sand Dunes (optional) - Experience an adrenaline-pumping 4x4 and sandboarding adventure.
Inclusions
- 03 Nights accommodation at hotel
- Complimentary Breakfast
- Welcome refreshments upon arrival
- Use Of Private Van
- Entrance Fees
- Driver Serves As Tour Facilitator
- Return Airport Transfers