The coastline, blue skies, some unspoiled places, and mesmerizing views are best for a road trip. These qualities make the road trip in the Philippines dreamy and epic. The Philippines is filled with many places where road trips can be planned for a memorable fun experience.
One of the best road trips destination is the Island of Luzon. Trips can be planned from Manila to the northern Luzon or the Southern side of Luzon. The distance of both trips is equal and can take almost a week for the non-stop trip and 10 days by making stops. You can make it longer by adding more stops and activities.
Do not forget to keep google Maps active to stay on the right path during the entire trip. Some road trips and their routes are below to help you plan the best road trip to the Philippines.
Manila Sorsogon Road Trip
Manila to Sorsogon is the most popular road trip for the locals and tourists. Some routes will be shown below whereas you can modify them according to your desire and need for stops.
Day 1: Manila to Quezon
It is the scenic drive that passes through the Laguna. There are Pililla Windmills to stop and see. You can make a stop at the Pagsanjan area for lunch and a little walk. There is a Batis Aramin Resort in Lucban where you can check-in. You can also make a stop at Kamay ni Hesus that is a holy place considered as a healing place by locals.
Day 2: Quezon to Naga City
You can leave Lucban for Quezon and make a stop on the way to Camarines Sur that is the largest province. There is a zigzag road to with the photo stopovers at Gumaca. After a pleasant and scenic drive, you can arrive in Naga city. There are many accommodation options which you can select according to the budget. Stop for dinner at Bob Marlin’s and atop at Travel café for coffee. This area also has Camsur Water park. It offers various sports including wakeboarding, waterskiing, and wakeskating.
Day 3: Naga to Sorsogon
You can leave Naga city for Sorsogon and take a very scenic route. This incredible route is from Tiwi-Sangay road instead of Highway. Drive all the way or make stops to click scenic photos. You can have lunch in Legazpi City. After a drive and rest, you can start driving to Sorsogon City.
Batangas Beaches trip
You can make this trip as long as you like because of the beach activities and water sports. There are diverse landscapes, amazing diving sites, rivers, farmlands, mountains, charming places, and a volcano. You can explore the coastline and stop at some of the pristine Batangas beaches.
Day 1: Lipa City to Laiya
You can drive to Lipa city and have lunch there or at one of the beaches on the way. You can book a resort in San Juan, Laiya to spend the night.
Day 2: Laiya to Malabrigo to Anilao
You can enjoy the morning at Malabrigo Beach and visit the Malabrigo lighthouse.
Visit Batangas City for lunch and drive to Anilao for a stay.
Day 3: Tingloy Island Hopping
Island hopping trip is offered at Anilao for different beaches. You can visit Sombrero Island, Masasa Beach, and Oscar Beach.
Southern Cebu Adventure Trip
Cebu is a very famous tourist city with many interesting stops and places to enjoy. You can have a fun road trip Philippines for Cebu city and other destinations.
Day 1: Cebu City, Badian, Moalboal
Leave for Badian in the morning and make a stop at Matutinao for Canyoneering.
Kawasan Falls is another amazing and must-visit stop. After enjoying the places, you can leave for Moalboal. You can visit Panagsama Beach and stay at the White beach.
Day 2: Moalboal, Samboan, Oslob
The best activity for this part of the trip is waterfall hopping. You can see some marvelous waterfalls in the area like Samboan’s Dao Falls, Alegria’s Cambais Falls, Aguinid Falls, and Binalayan Falls.
You can drive toward Oslob and make a stay at Cancua-ay Beach or Sumilon Island.
Day 3: Oslob, Boljoon, Dalaguete, Cebu City
This is a heritage filled adventure. Start driving early in the morning to the town of Boljoon. It is a heritage place. You can head towards Barangay Mantalongon in Dalaguete, Osemena Park, and other destinations of Cebu city.
Pangasinan-LA Union
It is the best road trip to Baguio, Luzon, and Manila. This is a very pleasant hometown with a lot of activities for people away from city life. There are plenty of islands on the way with some of the trendiest places. You can take a trip to Bolinao in Pangasinan. This is the best itinerary for the people looking for a long weekend road trip filled with many activities and fun.
Day 1: Bolinao
Reach Bolinao in Pangasinan and visit the Bolinao Lighthouse. You can also visit St. James Church and Patar beach. You can stay in Bolinao and leave for Alaminos in the morning.
Day 2: Alaminos
Select your accommodation and check-in. You can visit the Hundred Islands Park in Alaminos.
You can skip Alaminos’s stay and keep moving to the next destination.
Day 3: Urbiztondo
Drive to San Juan and stay in a resort in Urbiztondo. It is a nice beach for surfing, swimming and relaxing. You can visit the neighboring town of San Gabriel.
Tangadan Falls is the main tourist attraction of this area. You can have a wonderful hike in this area.
Zambales Beaches
This is the most recommended stop, especially for youngsters. There are plenty of activities to do on this road trip. Another option for exploring the area is to park the car at the accommodation and arrange a day trip to the main attractions. You can visit the following route if you want to visit the attractions by yourself.
Day 1: San Antonio Coves
Park your car after reaching Pundaquit. Take a boat to the coves. There are many activities whereas the main coves are Anawangin Cove and Nagsasa Cove.
You can stay overnight in San Antonio Coves and leave back in the morning to Pundaquit.
Day 2: San Felipe or San Narciso
Drive from Pundaquit to Liwliwa. The most preferred place to stay overnight in this area is Crystal Beach.
Day 3: Subic Shopping
You can drive to Subic for shopping and leave for the next destination.
Laguna Road
Laguna is one of the best road trips Philippines. Many parts of the province are covered in rainforests. This amazing paradise has many untouched areas, waterfalls, and hills. Laguna also has small historical towns with parts of their past. Road trip route to explore the area is:
Day 1: Calamba and San Pablo
Drive to Calamba and visit the Rizal Shrine. You can have a delicious lunch at the bamboo raft in the Pandin lake or can select one of the eateries according to your choice. There are many accommodation options in the area whereas the best one is Sulyap Bed and Breakfast. There are a pool and Jacuzzi in Sulyap.
Day 2: Luisiana and Cavinti
Leave for Nagcarlan and stay in the town of Liliw. There are good options for food and you can explore Nagcarlan underground cemetery. This is a treat for trekking lovers. Two stunning trekking spots are Hulugan Falls in Luisiana and Cavinti Falls. Try to stay in Caliraya Springs mountain Lake resort. You can also unwind at Caliraya Lake.
Day 3: Caliraya Lake and Paete
After biking and swimming in Caliraya Lake leave for Paete. This tour offers an exploration of areas, shopping, and delicious lunch. Pililla Windmills should be the stopover of the place. Some other road trips in the Philippines are listed below. You can select your own route and plan the trip to have more fun and errands.
- Rizal Day trip
- Ilocos road trip – Laoag – Batac – Paoay – Pagudpud
- Allah Valley Road Trip – GenSan – Lake Holon – Lake Sebu – Alamada – GenSan
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