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ITINERARY

Province of
Cagayan
Isabela
Nueva Vizcaya
 Itinerary
Cagayan, Isabela and Nueva Vizcaya Tour
4 Days & 3 Nights
April 2-5, 2019
Day 1

ETA – ETD
– 0530H Check-in time at NAIA Terminal 3. Departure time Manila/Tuguegarao Via
0640H – 0710H Estimated time arrival in Cagayan North International Airport. Welcome to Province of Cagayan.
Departure time going to hotel.
0730H – 0800H Estimated time arrival at Las Palmas de San Jose Hotel. Departure time going to Basilica Minore of
Our Lady of Piat.
0900H - 1110H Arrival at the church of Our Lady of Piat. Attend the on-going mass at the church. Explore the Piat
church.
1220H – 1330H Arrival at Slobber lab. Buffet lunch will be served.
1350H – 1420H Estimated time arrival at Cagayan Provincial Museum and Historical Research Center.
1450H - 1620H Estimated time arrival at Callao Cave, Seven Chambers of Light and Darkness.
1650H – 1720H Estimated time arrival at Iguig Calvary Hills.
1725H - 1755H Visit St. James Parish Church, Iguig. A walking distance from Calvary Hills. Departure time going
to Tuguegarao Cathedral.
1825H – 1905H Estimated time arrival at Saint Peter Metropolitan Cathedral. Departure time going back to hotel.
1920H - Buffet dinner will be served at Las Palmas de San Jose Hotel.

End of Day 1
Cagayan Province

Cagayan is a province of the

Philippines in the Cagayan
Valley region in the northeast of
Luzon Island, and includes the
Babuyan Islands to the north.
The province borders Ilocos
Norte and Apayao to the west,
and Kalinga and Isabela to the
south. Its capital is the city of
Tuguegarao.
Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminal 3
Manila Airport Terminal 3 is the
newest and largest terminal in Naia
Airport.
Since 2017, Terminal 3 is connected to
Newport City by a 220-meter long
footbridge.
It hosts the international flights
operated by Cebu Pacific Air, All
Nippon Air (ANA), KLM Royal Dutch
Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Emirates
Airline, Cathay Pacific Airways and
Singapore Airlines. It is expected that
all the international operations to be
tranfered to Terminal 3 in order to
lessen the existing congestion in
Terminal 1.
Terminal 3 has the capacity to handle
13M international passengers
annually. It has 24 gates and 140
check-in desks.
Cagayan North International Aiport
Sometimes referred as Lal-lo International
Airport. located in the province of
Cagayan in the Philippines. It is located
between barangays San Mariano and
Dagupan in Lal-lo, Cagayan.
The Cagayan North International Airport is
now ready for commercial flights, both
domestic and international, after it was
granted accreditation by the International
Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
First commercial flight was held last March
23, 2015. On June 23, 2016, the Civil
Aviation Authority of the
Philippines (CAAP) granted the airport new
certification allowing it to handle aircraft
with a capacity of up to 100 seats, up from
only 29-seat capacity aircraft under the
previous certification. The new certification
will allow the possibility of regular
commercial flights to begin operation at the
airport. At the time of the new certification,
the airport has fielded around 168 flights
ranging from tourism, diplomatic visits and
emergency services.
The airport is set to serve its first two
commercial flights in March 23, 2018. Two
planes from Macau will be landing in the
airport.
Las Palmas de San Jose Hotel
Las Palmas de San Jose Leisure Club is
located in Tuguegarao City. From here, guests
can enjoy easy access to all that the lively
city has to offer. A haven of rest and
relaxation, the hotel will offer total renewal
just steps away from the city's numerous
attractions such as Tuguegarao Airport.

Las Palmas de San Jose Leisure Club also

offers many facilities to enrich your stay in
Tuguegarao City. The hotel provides free Wi-
Fi in all rooms, smoking area, airport transfer,
family room, shuttle service to ensure our
guests the greatest comfort.
Basilica Minore of Our Lady of Piat.
It is located in the outskirts of Piat in the
province of Cagayan. The shrine is dubbed as
the Pilgrimage Center of the North, and a
home to the 407-year-old Black Virgin
Mary, Our Lady of Piat.
It was originally called the Nuestra Señora
del Santísimo Rosario (Our Lady of the Holy
Rosary).
The unique about the Basilica of Our Lady of
Piat is the entrance arch. It is located at the
back of the church and one has to go around
from the entrance to see the church facade.
On the arch is inscribed, Basilica Minore
Nuestra Senora De Piat (Minor Basilica of
Our Lady of Piat). The church structure is
mainly made of red bricks, which is
noticeably common among churches in
Cagayan Valley, in contrast to other old
churches made of limestone and coral stone
in other parts of the Philippines. The interiors
has curved ceiling made of wood with
historical images and accounts at the top of
the walls. Enshrined at the altar is the Blessed
Virgin Marry covered in a glass case. There
are also verandahs inside the church which
makes the shrine elegant. At the back of the
church is a staircase that leads to a window
located behind the case of the Virgin Mary
wherein devotees can touch the dress of Our
Lady.
Slobber Lab Restaurant
Cagayan Provincial Museum and Historical Research Center

Located at the provincial capitol complex, it

was conceived by the Provincial Board in
1971 and became operational on its
inauguration on August 15, 1973 during the
traditional Aggao na Cagayan. It is a general
museum and houses an extensive collection
of artifacts, antiques, ethnographics, trade
wares, heirloom pieces, and liturgical works
of the province and fossils of animals that
once roamed the valley. The museum also
houses extensive data on the discovery of the
Callao Man by the National Museum. The
center is only five kilometers from
Tuguegarao.
Callao Cave

Callao Cave is one of

the limestone caves located in the
municipality
of Peñablanca, Cagayan province, in
the Philippines
Callao Cave is the premier attraction in the
Peñablanca Protected Landscape and
Seascape. It is the most accessible of all the
caves, its entrance is reached by climbing 184
concrete steps. The Callao cave system is
composed of seven chambers, each with
natural crevices above that let streams of light
to get into the cave, serving as illumination
for the otherwise dark areas of the place.
First chamber:
This is the entrance to the caves this is also were bones of early man was
found.
Second Chamber:
Houses a small chapel, mass here are on special occasions only the top of
the cave has a skylight that shines light to the floor of the cave.
Third Chamber:
The darkest part of the cave, but do not fear as there are lights all around
you to guide your way.
Fourth Chamber:
Another Skylight greats you as soon as you climb more steps along the
way. Plenty of stalagmites and stalactites for you to take pictures of.
Fifth Chamber:
This is the greenest part of the cave system, with lots of plant life and a
small grotto at the top of a hill, this is also were you can go and limb the
smooth walls of Callao.
Sixth Chamber:
A large chamber awaits you as soon as you go down a little slope, be
careful as the mud might be slippery at this part of the tour. Lion rock is
also located here guarding the entrance to the last chamber this place is
also lighted by a skylight from above.
Seventh Chamber:
Like a dungeon were the boss waits at the end of the line the final chamber
is dark and solid ground. The end of w/c you can see one final skylight. At
this very end was were most of the bones of our ancestors were found.
Calvary Hills

Calvary Hills takes pride in its 11 hectares of

rolling terrain upon which lies the life-size
images of six-meter high statues depicting the
14 Station of the Cross. This site was created
in 1982 and conceived by parish priest
Rogelio Cortez.
Constructed from brick and stone, the Church
of San Antonio de Galicia is one of the few
remaining Catholic churches in the country
that feature a buttress. It is believed to have
been built in 1765-1787 under the parish
priest Pedro de San Pedro. The church was
renovated in the 1980s under Parish Priest
Camilo Castillejos.
There is a brick stairway behind the church
providing a nice view of Cagayan River. The
river was used by Spanish officials traveling
from town to town by river, and by merchants
who needed to transport goods to and from
galleons.
Saint James Parish Church

The Iguig Church was constructed from

1765 to 1787. It is unique in that it is
the only centuries-old church in the
country that features flying buttresses
behind it. But more than that, it is also
believed that the church houses the
Jubilee Cross containing relic of the
True Cross of the Lord Jesus.
Also in the church vicinity is a three
centuries old well, a Dominican
convent ruin and the 11 hectare rolling
hills are the larger-than-life size
concrete 14 stations of the
cross depicting Jesus Christ's suffering
before His death at Mount Calvary. The
place also features a three centuries
old well, a Dominican convent ruin and
the scenic view of Cagayan River a
setting of which resembles that of
River Jordan.
Saint Peter Metropolitan Cathedral
The Saint Peter Metropolitan Cathedral,
also known as the Tuguegarao Cathedral, is
an 18th-century Baroque church located
along Rizal Street, Barangay Centro
10, Tuguegarao, Cagayan, Philippines. The
church, originally built by Dominican friars,
is the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese
of Tuguegarao and is considered as one of the
largest churches in the Cagayan Valley. A
historical marker bearing a brief history of the
church was installed in 1982 by the National
Historical Institute, precursor of the National
Historical Commission of the Philippines.
Father Tomas Villa was assigned as its first
vicar. Father Villa erected a temporary
parochial structure made of light materials
with Saint Peter and Saint Paul as patron
saints. The current church is attributed to
Father Antonio Lobato, OP who initiated the
construction in 1761 and was completed in
1768.The reason why it is called "Cathedral"
is because of the chair of the Archbishop The
church sustained heavy damage during World
War II and was subsequently rebuilt by
Monsignor Bishop Constance Jurgens
Day 2

ETA – ETD
0430H – 0600H Wake up call. Buffet American breakfast at the Hotel. Departure time going to San Pablo church.
0635H – 0725H Estimated time arrival at The Ruins at San Pablo Church. Departure time going to Tumauini.
0755H – 0835H Estimated time arrival at San Matias Parish Church. Departure time goinh to Japanese Tunnel.
0910H – 1010H Estimated time arrival at Japanese Tunnel. Departure time going to Museum and Library in
Ilagan City.
1020H – 1100H Estimated time arrival at Museum and Library. Departure time gong to Queen Isabela Park.
1105H – 1135H Estimated time arrival at the Park. Departure time going to Bert's Place Restaurant.
1145H – 1330H Buffet lunch at Bert's Place Restaurant. Departure time going to Hacienda De San Luis.
1350H – 1600H Estimated time arrival at Hacienda De San Luis. Departure going to Our Lady of the Pillar Church.
1630H – 1700H Estimated time arrival at Our Lady of the Pillar Church. Departure time going to Hotel.
1710H Check-in time at Hotel Sophia. Buffet dinner will be serve.

End of Day 2
Isabela Province

Isabela is the second largest province of

the Philippines, and the largest on the island
of Luzon in land area. Its capital is the city
of Ilagan. Situated within the Cagayan
Valley region, it is bordered by the provinces
of Cagayan to the north, Kalinga to the
northwest, Mountain Province to the central-
west, Ifugao and Nueva Vizcaya to the
southwest, Quirino and Aurora to the south,
and the Philippine Sea to the east.
The province got its name from Isabella II
of Spain, who was the wife of a Spanish
monarch during the Spanish colonial era in
the Philippines. There have been proposals to
change the name of the province into
something that will better suit the indigenous
roots of the country.
The Ruins at San Pablo Church

San Pablo Church was built in 1624. It

is said to be the oldest in our province.
It has elegant walls surrounding its
atrium. The atrium is uniquely
adorned with gorgeous clay insets of
rosettes and sun emblems.
The San Pablo bell tower has six layers
(including the circular apex) and is
made of adobe, the tallest in the
Cagayan Valley. The church is said to
be the only church in Cagayan
Valley built with soft stones, hence its
“fast” deterioration.
San Matias Parish Church

The first church made of nipa and

other light materials was built by
the Dominican priest Francisco Nuñez
in 1707, and dedicated to Saint
Matthias. Tumauini became an
independent parish from Cabagan in
1751.]The current church was built
under the auspices of another
Dominican, Domingo Forto, in 1783
and later continued by the priest
Antonio Herrera in 1788. In
constructing the church, Forto hired
artisans from as far south
as Pampanga. It was completed in
1805.
The church was damaged during
the Second World War; a faithful
reconstruction programme followed,
with undamaged parts of the church
building retained.
Japanese Tunnel

They call it the Ilagan Japanese Tunnel

which apparently has been used by the
Japanese soldiers as base/prison during
the World War II.
People have confused it for a cave
although it’s actually a man-made
tunnel crafted in distress with the sweat
and blood of the detained Ilagueños. It
served a lot of purposes such as a jail
to the Filipino guerrillas during the war
and a storehouse of guns, treasures,
and hidden wealth.
Feel like you are traveling back in time
through the Ilagan Japanese Tunnel as
the government has set-up a sound
system to create sound effects feels in
the area. There also were replicas of
Japanese soldiers and Filipino
prisoners (imagine that with sound
effects).
Museum and Library

Preserves Isabela's rich historical and

cultural heritage. On display are the
museum’s collections of antiques
including artifacts, fossils,
ethnographic items, heirloom pieces,
visual arts (photographs, paintings,
sculpture, and graphic arts), historical
and cultural dioramas, and miniature
models of provincial landmarks,
among others. Since its inauguration
on 11 May 1999, the museum has
been located in Ilagan's old capitol
building.
Queen Isabela Park

The Park was built in honor of Queen Isabella

II of Spain after whom
the province of Isabela was named
through a royal decree issued by the
King of Spain on May 1, 1856. It’s
a magnificent megastructure which include
s a colossal amphitheatre
designed to serve as venue for the
leisure, cultural and tourism activities of
the province. It features eco-friendly and self-
sustaining green design, while the rear
portion has a landscaped lagoon with natural
spring water.
Bert's Place Restaurant

Bert's Place Restaurant is located at Gamu,

Isabela, Philippines.
an affordable restaurant in town.
Hacienda De San Luis

The hacienda is founded in 1880's, named

after the patron Saint of Spain, St. Louis.
Known during Spanish colonial rule as
"Bodega de Tabacco" or hacienda purchasing
tobaccos driven away as a part of the galleon
trade of Manila-Acapulco in spanish period.
The hacienda marks the touch of the history
of Katipunan forces, the Japanese occupation,
World War II, and other events of the
Philippine history.
Situated along the hacienda is the most
beautiful part of the journey which is the
museum, where you can see how tobaccos are
being made, sculptures like of St. Luis, and
different masterpieces. You can also try the
250m long and 30ft high zip line, where you
can see from above the majestic Cagayan
River and forest trees view.
If you are too adventurous, you can also try to
experience the repelling or rock climbing and
wall climbing. The hacienda is also a perfect
place for friends and family for a camping
where you can stay there for a night or a day
to complete the adventures.
Our Lady of the Pillar Church
It was September 8, 1739 when a group of
Dominican missionaries landed in Turayong,
a barangay of this town which was later
named Cauayan. From the very start of their
mission work, the missionaries managed to
convert to the Christian Faith some 140
Gaddangs, the pioneer inhabitants of this city.

It was in the year 1741 when the Dominican

authorities, meeting in a general chapter in
Manila, declared this mission of Cauayan a
full-fledged parish. It was dedicated to Our
Lady of the Pillar commonly known as the
NUESTRA SEÑORA DEL PILLAR in the
old days. The first vicar of this parish was
Fray Antonio Del Ocampo who was at the
same time Superior of all the missions from
Cauayan to Bayombong.
Hotel Sophia

The Hotel Sophia is one of the prestigious

hotel in Region II. Located at Cauayan City,
Isabela. It offers room service, meeting rooms
and an airport shuttle. Internet is available for
those who want to stay connected during their
stay.

For travelers who want to take in the sights

and sounds of Cauayan, The Hotel Sophia is
the perfect choice. The excitement of the city
center is only 7.1 Km away. With its
convenient location, the hotel offers easy
access to the city's must-see destinations.
Day 3

ETA – ETD
0430H – 0600H Wake up call. Buffet American breakfast at the Hotel. Check-out in Hotel.
Departure time going to Our Lady of Atocha Church.
0625H – 0700H Estimated time arrival at the church. Departure time going to Magat Dam.
0735H – 0900H Estimated time arrival at Magat Dam. Departure time going to Camp Vizcarra.
0910H – 1030H Estimated time arrival at Camp Vizcarra. Departure time going to Waterworld Grand Resort.
1100H – 1400H Estimated time arrival at Resort. Buffet lunch will be serve. Departure time going to La Salette
Shrine.
1435H – 1600H Estimated time arrival at Our Lady of La Salette Shrine. Departure time going to St. James Parish
Church.
1620H – 1700H Estimated time arrival at St. James Parish Church. Departure time going to Amancio Farm Hotel.
1720H Estimated time arrival at hotel. Check-in hotel. Buffet dinner will be serve.

End of Day 3
Isabela Province
Our Lady of Atocha Church
Magat Dam
Camp Vizcarra
Water World Grand Resort Hotel
Our Lady of La Salette Shrine
St. James Parish Church
Amancio Farm Hotel
Day 4

ETA – ETD
0430H – 0600H Wake up call. Buffet American breakfast at the Hotel. Check-out in Hotel.
Departure time going to Capisaan Cave System.
0720H – 0850H Estimated time arrival at Capisaan Cave System . Departure time going to St. Dominic Church.
1020H – 1050H Estimated time arrival at St, Dominic Church. Departure time going to People’s Museum and Library.
A walking distance from church.
1052H – 1130H Estimated time arrival at People’s Museum and Library. Departure time going to Kamayan Sa
Kainyugan.
1135H – 1300H Estimated time arrival at Kamayan Sa Kainyugan. Picnic lunch will be served. Departure time going to
Nueva Vizcaya Pasalubong Center.
1310H – 1400H Estimated time arrivial at Nueva Vizcaya Pasalubong Center. Departure time going back to Manila.

End of Day 4

Saclolo, Iyann S.
MIDK Travel and Tours
D. Ampil ST. Pureza,
Sta. Mesa, Manila
09959033793
Nueva Vizcaya Province
Capisaan Cave System
St Dominic Cathedral
People’s Museum and Library
kamayan sa kainyugan
Nueva Vizcaya Pasalubong Center