What to do and see in Cagayan Valley Region, Luzon: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups

November 26, 2021 Jasper Kershner

Cagayan Valley (Ilokano: Tanap ti Cagayan; Ibanag: Tana' nat Cagayan; Itawit: Tanap yo Cagayan; Gaddang: Tanap na Cagayan; Filipino: Lambak ng Cagayan) (designated as Region II) is an administrative region in the Philippines located in the northeastern portion of Luzon. It is composed of five provinces: Batanes, Cagayan, Isabela, Nueva Vizcaya, and Quirino. The region has four cities: Cauayan, Ilagan, Santiago, and Tuguegarao.
Restaurants in Cagayan Valley Region

1. Palaui Island

Sta. Ana, Cagayan Province, Luzon Philippines +63 916 277 6600 http://www.traveling-up.com/travel-guide-palaui-island-cagayan
Excellent
78%
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20%
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2%
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5.0 based on 60 reviews

Palaui Island

Reviewed By rosettebaldo

Palaui is an untouched paradise. You only have 2 options for accomodation on punta verde a homestay or the survivor camp I highly recommend the survivor camp because the locals on the island share the profit that the camp will get from the accomodations.

2. Marlboro Hills

Mahatao, Luzon Philippines http://www.discoverbatanes.com
Excellent
82%
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5.0 based on 91 reviews

Marlboro Hills

Reviewed By 349lorenzot

My November 2019 visit to the archipelagic province of Batanes in the Philippines’ northernmost tip further deepened the beautiful impressions etched during my first visit to the country’s top end wonder nearly two decades ago. Such mental imprints included the Batanes house, the Arius tree, the vakul and kanayi headgears, yuvuk and other local baskets, the local garlic, the exhilarating drive along the coastal road that zips through the postcard-perfect rolling ‘Marlboro hills’ with the breathtaking green grass-topped grazing lands where horses, cows and goats freely roam on one side of the road and the endless blue waters of the Philippine Sea on the other, and the hardy and genteel Ivatans. Let me offer some snippets about each of these. The Batanes house fascinates me no end as it definitely is an admirable architectural and structural feat courtesy of the Ivatan people. It has proven to withstand the test of time, the harshness of the elements especially the strong typhoons that frequent the place. Its twin attributes of simplicity and durability coupled by its thoughtful use of local materials and indigenous house construction techniques, were capitalized to build multi-functional and highly durable dwelling spaces quite unique to this laidback vacation haven. The sturdy Arius tree, referred to locally as the Batanes pine, is endemic to the province and dots most of the local landscapes. Its branches thickly dotted in all directions with flat baby-finger-like leaves of varying shades of green and forming a pattern resembling bottle cleaners is definitely an interesting natural beauty to behold. The vakul (for women) and kanayi (for men) headgears, as well as the yuvuc (a farm-produce harvesting basket) and other basketworks, are a product of the functional ingenuity and creativity of the people of Batanes. The local garlic, though smaller than imported garlic, is definitely richer in flavor giving extra savory taste to the Ivatan dishes I sampled at the HiroJoy Cuisine exquisitely prepared by no less than its owner Ms. Lidia Roberto. The quick drive along the awesome grazing hills make you feel transported for a moment to a spectacular place outside the Philippines where the hills come to life and the time gets warped. The infinite sea simply leaves you breathless as you face head on its boundless majesty with its serene waves gifting you with an unexplainable calmness of spirit and soul. The hardworking, honest and long-suffering Ivatans are in themselves a wonder. I would always have a soft-spot in my heart for these people as I continue to cherish their native brand of hospitality and friendship. By Lorenzo F. Templonuevo

3. Marlboro Country - Racuh Apayaman

Racuh Apayaman, Luzon Philippines
Excellent
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5.0 based on 17 reviews

Marlboro Country - Racuh Apayaman

4. Chamantad-Tinyan Viewpoint

Luzon Philippines
Excellent
86%
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8%
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6%
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5.0 based on 36 reviews

Chamantad-Tinyan Viewpoint

Reviewed By ET3121 - Greater Melbourne, Australia

Two main points to head. You can go straight down to rocky area that everyone heads too or you can veer right and walk up large grassy hill that was home to a lonely goat when we visited. Both lookouts were absolutely breathtaking

5. Basco Lighthouse

Basco, Luzon Philippines
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62%
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4.5 based on 228 reviews

Basco Lighthouse

Reviewed By 395gittes - Cainta, Philippines

I can never leave this tourist spot without climbing up the tower of this lighthouse. The view up there is just majestic. You can see the port and the vast ocean, We came here near sundown and we were just so glad coz we are able to see a very beautiful sunset.

6. Chanarian View Deck

Mahatao, Luzon Philippines
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50%
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4.5 based on 12 reviews

Chanarian View Deck

7. Anguib Beach

Santa Ana, Luzon Philippines http://www.facebook.com/CGALpark/
Excellent
49%
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36%
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8%
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5%
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2%
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4.5 based on 91 reviews

Anguib Beach

8. Iguig CalvaIguig Calvary Hills & Parish of St. James the Greater

Tuguegarao City, Luzon Philippines
Excellent
41%
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48%
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11%
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4.5 based on 27 reviews

Iguig CalvaIguig Calvary Hills & Parish of St. James the Greater

Reviewed By venice03 - Tuguegarao City, Philippines

You will have a great view from calvary hills. People often go here during the holy week for the stations of the cross. There’s a church in the vicinity also. A must visit for people travelling to Cagayan. You will admire the facade of the old church and have nice pictures in the hills eap during sunset.

9. Sabtang Beach

Luzon Philippines
Excellent
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4.5 based on 43 reviews

Sabtang Beach

10. Callao Cave

Barangays Magdalo, Penablanca, Luzon Philippines
Excellent
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4.0 based on 80 reviews

Callao Cave

Reviewed By 441lesterc

Callao cave is really good adventure to be tried on. Nice cave with different chambers. And to climb the hill is also a must try.

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