Wednesday, June 3, 2009

Pit Stop #1: How to get to Vigan, Ilocos Sur

Destination: Vigan

Surely, Vigan is one prized sight to behold. Cobblestone streets, Spanish-era, colonial houses, watch towers - it will be gazing experience overload. On top of meeting wonderful locals and tasting its culinary delights.

This only surviving Spanish colonial city lies along the west of Northern Luzon. It about 408 kilometers north of Manila in the provice of Ilocur Sur. It is bordered by the municipalities Caoayan, Bantay, Santa, Sta. Catalina, and, on its west, the South China Sea.

How to get to Vigan: Manila to Vigan, and back

Manila to Vigan and Back: You can get to Vigan from Manila using either of the two modes depending on your budget and schedule:

Overland
Travelers will enjoy taking nine-hour trip upnorth as it offers an opportunity to see the country side of Norther Philippines. Passing thru the provinces of Bulacan, Pampanga, Tarlac, Pangasinan, and La Union.

Public Transport (Bus)
There are air conditioned buses that leave Manila stations on scheduled departures to Vigan. The bus companies include, Philippine Rabbit, Dominion Bus Lines and Partas.

Own Transportation or Rental Vehicles
With your own car or rental vehicle, from Manila, make your way to NLEX or the North Luzon Expressway. Entry to Bocaue Toll Plaza and travel up to Dau Toll Plaza.



Dau Toll Plaza has a connecting lane to the SCTEX or the Subic-Clark-Tarlac
Expressway.
Upon exiting Tarlac Exit, just follow the road signs leading to Vigan. While traversing these national roads, you get to enjoy the Northern Luzon countryside.

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