Sagada "BREAKAGE" get-away experience

"Where do broken hearts go?....."

Wondering why I put the word "breakage" in my entry? Well, it's a long story but we'll get there. It's for you to find out if it makes sense or not :)

Banaue Rice Terraces!

As crazy as it may seem to be, my friends and I went to Sagada on tour just a few days ago to unwind, relax, and be away from the city chaos. It was an out-of-the-blue, spur-of-the-moment decision. And I'd say that it was the best decision I (we) ever made!

So there, we went and had fun with other groups who joined our tour pax. We availed the tour package to Sagada to save us from going around on our own and having to commute from Manila to Sagada. I don't like being stressed that's why we chose to get into the tour package, it also saves us from having to deal with the places that we needed to visit since they have the handy itinerary.

After having our breakfast, we traveled again... for a loooong time (I lost track of how long we were inside the van). I wasn't able to get enough sleep because I was at the back of the van and I feel like I am in a roller-coaster ride, I'd drift off every now and then and when I woke up we were at Sagada already. We were parked near the Municipal Hall where our guide went to register our names. It was almost lunch time so we just waited for everything to be settled before moving on to Sagada Lemon Pie House where we'll be having our meal.

Before heading to our inn, we stop at Sagada Lemon Pie House to order and have our meal prepared while we head to settle our luggage.  My friends and I ordered the chicken with salad while my sister ordered the chicken curry.  The price for the meal was quite heavy for us, since you know, we're on a budget and expecting meals that are less pricey.  We were surprised to know that the meals we ordered were good for two (not good for one, so imagine how umay we are!!)

I swear I wasn't able to finish my meal due to the long drive and drowsiness.  My eyes are heavy and as much as I wanted to continue eating, my stomach gave me away.


For Day 1, we started the tour at the Sumaging Cave. We tried Spelunking, and boy it was so fun and exciting! It was such a challenge for me too, since I cannot really walk perfectly, always tripping on my own, even on flat surface. ***lagi akong natitisod kahit sa sarili kong paa*** So being able to survive the spelunking at Sumaging Cave is a big achievement for me! Cheers!!!  Our guide is very much accommodating and kind, he even takes really good pictures of us!

***these are just some of the pictures our guide took inside the cave*** 

We got so tired that we were not able to join the others for the bonfire at the inn. I can hear them from our room and as much as I wanted to go out, I cannot force myself out of the bed. T___T

DAY 2

We were supposed to start our morning by watching the sun rise at Mt. Kiltepan but our guide decided to have it the next day before going home. So we wake up around 7am, which is very much convenient for us since we were pretty tired trying the spelunking thing in Sumaging Cave. 

After having our breakfast, we went to the Echo Valley instead.  The weather is not too cold at the time and I was able to wear a short and a shirt but I still brought my jacket along just in case I get cold.  We walk our way towards the Echo Valley and Hanging Coffins, boy it felt like we can't escape trekking.

On our way to Echo Valley, I captured this scene because it just so reminds me of Edward Cullen in the Twilight series!!
OMG! I was wondering if Edward might turn up and call me as his Bella! kkk~~~

The famous Hanging Coffins of Mt. Province

After our short trip to the Echo Valley and the Hanging Coffins, our group split up into two. My group went to the Bomod-Ok Falls while the others went to the local market to shop.  I won't go further telling you about our journey to the falls, it's all just about walking and walking, all I can say is... "#(&%^asdkoyu! PAGOD NA PAGOD AKO! NKKLK!"

I will definitely come back here again!!

    The trekking is all worth it! <3 

When we got back to our inn, we just took some rest before going to Sagada Pottery, Ganduyan Museum, and Sagada Weaving. We got a brief glimpse on how to make vases and plates out of the clay, the lady showed us how they were able to make a vase out of a clay that they got from the mountains. (It will cost you P100 if you wanted to try making a vase) Then they let us wander around to check if there are things that we wanted to purchase.  Next, we went on to Ganduyan Museum, unfortunately though, we were not allowed to take any pictures. It is strictly prohibited by the owner. I learned that the true name of the place is Ganduyan, not Sagada. It was a misunderstanding from one of the natives back then and of a foreign man who asked the name of the place ( I think it's an American soldier).  The people in Sagada values their culture and tradition very much. It really shows on how they preserve their place and not let foreign people invade their land. I will not elaborate the things I learned from the museum, it's for you guys to check it out and find out for yourself. You'll be surprise on what you'll hear :) The only picture I had is that from the outside of the museum. I don't want breaking any rules there.

Now, for those who have come to visit the Sagada Weaving, we all know that taking pictures inside is also strictly prohibited but hey! *palms up* I swear I did not do anything, I did not disturb them whatsoever. I just asked one of the weavers if I could just take a snapshot of her piece but guess what? She told me I could take the vacant one and have pictures with it. Kyaaaaa~~!

So I eagerly went ahead and do my business. Taking a couple of shots here and there, quietly. Of course I wouldn't want Manang to get annoyed with me so I just took a couple of pictures and when I'm done, I let her know how much happy I am and thank her very much.

 


After a very long tiring day, we went to the Sagada Brew and the Yogurt House and then back to our in to get some rest because tomorrow we're going to catch the sun at Mt. Kiltepan! (Which is totally the much-awaited activity for us)

P.S. I will continue writing tomorrow. My head's sabaw. I cannot continue writing about my adventure.

Much love,

M xxx