3 days ILOCOS Escaped

📅 Itinerary Day 1: Laoag City Tour • Arrival in Laoag (via land or flight) • Visit St. William’s Cathedral and the Sinking Bell Tower • Tour Malacañang of the North • Explore Paoay Church (UNESCO World Heritage Site) • Try sandboarding and 4x4 ride at La Paz Sand Dunes • Check in at your hotel in Laoag Day 2: Pagudpud Adventure • Early travel to Pagudpud • Stop by Cape Bojeador Lighthouse and Kapurpurawan Rock Formation • Visit Bangui Windmills • Enjoy the scenic Patapat Viaduct • Swim at Saud Beach or Blue Lagoon • Optional: Trek to Kabigan Falls • Return to Laoag or stay overnight in Pagudpud Day 3: Vigan Heritage City • Travel to Vigan • Stroll along Calle Crisologo • Visit Syquia Mansion, Bantay Bell Tower, and Crisologo Museum • Try traditional Vigan pottery at Pagburnayan • Watch the Dancing Fountain Show at Plaza Salcedo (evening, if staying late) • Depart for home 🏨 Accommodation • Laoag: Java Hotel or Fort Ilocandia • Pagudpud: Casa Victoria or Hannah’s Beach Resort • Vigan: Hotel Luna or Ciudad Fernandina 🍴 Food Recommendations • Laoag: La Preciosa (try Bagnet and Empanada) • Pagudpud: Emohruo Beach Restobar • Vigan: Café Leona (try Vigan Longganisa and Sinanglao), Irene’s Empanada 📌 Tips • Bring cash—some local establishments don’t accept cards • Best months to visit: November to April (dry season) • Wear sun protection and comfy shoes for walking tours • Try Ilocos’ famous chichacorn for pasalubong • Renting a car or hiring a local guide can maximize your trip