Dumaguete City & Countryside Sightseeing Tour with Lunch & Transfers | Guide to the Philippines (original) (raw)

Explore Dumaguete and its nearby areas in this full-day tour that will take you to must-visit spots in Negros Oriental. This day tour in Dumaguete is perfect for those who want a fuss-free day, as it already comes with private transportation, a guide, all entrance fees, and lunch.

The tour will start when you are picked up from your accommodations in Dumaguete City at 9 AM. From there, you will go on a rolling tour of Silliman University's historic campus. If your tour is on a weekday (except for holidays), you'll also get to visit the Silliman Anthropological Museum.

Next, you'll visit the public market before heading to the oldest stone church in Negros Island, Sta Catalina de Alexandria Church and Belfry. You'll then visit the beautiful promenade of Rizal Boulevard and afterward enjoy a rolling tour of the Provincial Capitol, the Ninoy Aquino Memorial Freedom Park, and the Claytown Pottery.

Afterward, you will stop at a local restaurant for a delicious lunch. When you've had your fill, you will head to the tourist village of Sidlakang Negros. You'll then travel to the nearby town of Valencia and continue your tour with a visit to the picturesque mountain resort Forest Camp and the Cata-al War Museum. In the museum, you'll find artifacts from World War II.

The last area you'll visit is the town of Bacong, where you'll visit San Agustin Church. Also known as Bacong Church, it has the tallest belfry, the oldest main altar, and the oldest pipe organ in Negros Oriental. Before returning to Dumaguete, you'll visit Negros Oriental Arts & Heritage, a store selling items made of local stone. After the tour, you'll be dropped off at your hotel to rest after a day of exploring.

Enjoy a whole day of learning about Negros Oriental's culture and history with this Dumaguete day tour. Check the availability by choosing a date.