Banaue
CAR · Ifugao
The Banaue Rice Terraces were carved into the Ifugao mountains 2,000 years ago — they're often called the "Eighth Wonder of the World" and looking at them, it's hard to argue. The UNESCO-protected terraces at Batad (a 45-minute hike from the road) are the most dramatic, tiered like a natural amphitheatre around a waterfall. Banaue town itself is unremarkable — the magic is in the hike. Hire a guide (P1,500–2,000 for Batad) — they're mandatory and genuinely add context. Combine with Sagada for a
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Top tours in Banaue

Banaue Rice Terraces Tour
2 days
₱2800

Banaue Rice Terraces Photography Tour
3 days
₱3500

Tagaytay & Taal Volcano Day Trip from Manila
Full day (10 hours)
₱2000

Banaue Rice Terraces Trekking & Batad Village Tour
Full day
₱2800

Batad Ifugao Village Cultural Immersion Tour
Full day
₱2400

Tagaytay Forest Bathing & Sound Healing Retreat
5 hours
₱3500

Tagaytay Taal Volcano Family Adventure
Full day
₱2500

Tagaytay Couples Horse Riding + Taal Views
2 hours
₱2500
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