Top Things to do in Cordillera Region
What to do and see in Cordillera Region, Luzon: The Best Things to do for Honeymoon
Discover the best top things to do in Cordillera Region, Philippines including Batad Rice Terraces, Banaue Rice Terraces, Kiltepan, The Tasting Room at Baguio Craft Brewery, North Haven Spa.
Restaurants in Cordillera Region
1. Batad Rice Terraces
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 689 reviews
Reviewed By 865cr - Washington DC, United States
We did a 3 day trek Day 1- Pula Cambulo, Day 2- Batad Day 3 short hike and back to Banaue. Day 1 was a long hike, but very nice and few people. Day 2 you arrive at Batad, definitely the most picturesque terraces, but also the most crowded with many tourists. You also visit the waterfall. You are done by 2:30pm and do nothing the rest of the day. Day 3- you do a 2 hour hike (very nice hike), then go back to Banaue, so if you are taking the night bus, you have 8+ hours to kill. Unless you are looking for downtime, I would just combine this into 2 days.
2. Banaue Rice Terraces
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 944 reviews
Spectacular terraces were carved out from mountain ranges some 2000 years ago with primitive handtools.
Reviewed By AjKamath - Hong Kong, China
This is one of the most spectacular views and landscapes in my opinion. The rice terraces are over 1000 years old and it is impressive to see how it was built back in those days where they did not have electricity and modern heavy machinery. The villages are still quite disconnected from the world - not many spots where you have good WiFi coverage- especially around Batad. That’s not necessarily a bad thing as you’re assured of time away from the usual city life and enjoy nature in the best way possible. The villagers are very friendly and welcoming. Getting there - take a bus from Manila, about 8 hours by road. Tickets can be booked online quite easily. Please beware of the extreme AC in the Coda (purple) bus!! Carry jackets n cover yourself to survive. They DO NOT adjust the temperature even if you’re freezing! Once there I think 2 days is more than enough to cover the region and visit all the important spots - Banaue view point, Batad village and view point, Ducligan Snake river, San Fernando, etc. I stayed at Bogah home stay and had an absolutely AMAZING experience. I recommend getting in touch with Denwil ([email protected]) who can organize everything at pretty good deals. I even got to stay with his family in Batad and help them harvest the rice :) one of the highlights of my trip and something that you can do in June-July if the rice is ready for harvest. The hikes are definitely not easy so recommend good hiking shoes and appropriate hiking clothes/gear. Do go with a guide to ensure you’re headed on the right path. It’s quite slippery - especially after rains. Food is good - not great. Carry your own supply of snacks etc. to be safe. Not too many shops sound so good to stock up on the necessities. Rice wine is also something worth trying - I got lucky to get some of the fresh distilled wine from the freshly harvested rice and it was GOOD! :) Overall - I definitely think it’s a MUST DO while in Philippines. Really amazing and experience that you will remember over time.
3. Kiltepan
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 320 reviews
Hill
Reviewed By jevelld
Our meet up time 4am Then we arrive after 20 mins or 30 mins from the center of sagada We rent a van for 1 day tour for our different activities me and my mom joined 1 group of 3 persons so I pay less I'm lucky because I met them Take breakfast on there There's a store you can dine inn some Filipino breakfast food try it guys It's only a few people there were lucky end of feb Sunrise are the most beautiful scenery for me with matching sea of clouds is wow
4. The Tasting Room at Baguio Craft Brewery
5. North Haven Spa
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 90 reviews
Reviewed By 74valentinos
Treated my family to a spa pampering in Baguio. We are a family of 6, and we got the rare opportunity to be complete since the eldest is now a college boy in Manila, so the decision to spend about 2 hours of spa treatment in North Haven. North Haven is one of a kind. The scent emanating from whatever source once you come in is heavenly. The furnishing and decors are in the right place; it was inviting! The 3 elder boys were with me, while my wife and the youngest were in another room. It would have been better if the 6 of us were in the same room. We started with a foot spa with parafin. The hour-long massage followed. The therapists were excellent according to kids; my youngest actually dozed off during the massage. North Haven will always be the go to spa in Baguio.
