TAGAYTAY BUDGET TRAVEL GUIDE WITH SAMPLE ITINERARY


Traveling is something I want to do more every year.


Every year I always find my way going back to  - "Tagaytay City."


In this post, I share with you , how you can spend a day in Tagaytay and do a lot of the fun stuff; going to tourist destinations and eating delicious local delicacies without spending a lot of money.



How to get to Tagaytay

The cost of your fare will depend on your mode of transportation. Of course, using a personal car  will definitely be more convenient and faster. Having that said, it will also be more expensive. ( Except when you have a group and split the expenses )


Taking an express van that will take the SLEX (South Luzon Expressway ) route will be a lot faster than taking the Cavite route of a bus, but taking the bus will save you at least half of your money.


Ultimately, It's your choice to make.


Via Van


Taking the Utility Van Express from Starmall Crossing (See Map) - 1 Hr to 1.5 hrs travel time (SLEX via Sta Rosa exit route)


Cost - 180 pesos


Via Bus


Ride a bus from Pasay beside Mrt Taft station (See Map) -2-4 hrs travel time ( Coastal road and Cavite route)


Cost - 83 pesos


Where to eat in Tagaytay?


There's an abundance of restaurant in Tagaytay, from high end restaurants at primed locations in which you'll have the best view of the amazing Taal lake. To budget simple type of restaurants but still offers delicious food.


Mahogany Market 

Mahogany Market, Mahogany Ave., Brgy. Kaybagal South, Tagaytay
















If you have already been in Tagaytay and you thought that Leslie's restaurant or

Josephine’s restaurant has the tastiest bulalo Tagaytay has to offer, It's safe to say that you haven't
been to mahogany market yet. Prepare to shock yourself with the most flavorful bulalo in Tagaytay.
Cost of Bulalo ( Good for 2-4 persons) - 350Php
NOTE :Bulalo in Mahogany market is without a doubt the best place to eat bulalo in Tagaytay, they sometimes offer free bananas and brewed coffee.






Starbucks Tagaytay 






There are 3 Starbucks stores in Tagaytay that I know of. Two stores are on the ridge and are more famous because of the awesome view of the Taal lake. The other one while not exactly on the edge still offers an a mazing view. And what's more better than drinking your hot delicious coffee in the cool weather of Tagaytay while having that nice looking view?


Bag of Beans 






















This particular branch of Bag beans is located near at the rotunda of Tagaytay.
The awesome thing of having your coffee in Tagaytay aside from you know, it's cool weather. is you have a very awesome scenery.
Suggestion - I strongly recommend their cheesecake (150php) to partner it with their delicious
brewed coffee.

Cafe Veranda in Taal Vista hotel
















The most pleasurable experience I've had on dining at Cafe Veranda is having my coffee & delicious cheesecake on the side while gazing the starry light outside the view deck with piano musical playing on the background. For a moment, I thought was in a romantic movie or something. The only thing is, I don’t have a romantic partner LOL.


Ahy foodhaus

Magallanes Square, Tagaytay City, Philippines.
If you want to have a good breakfast in Tagaytay without spending a lot, one place I can suggest to you aside from mushroom burger is AHY FoodHaus, located in Magallanes Square.
Read More

Josephine Restaurant












One of the known restaurants in Tagaytay. This restaurant is said to be in Tagaytay for quite a long time now.

LZM Restaurant

2nd floor, Magallanes Square, Tagaytay City















Famous for it's incredibly delicious and huge boneless bangus. LZM is a must try to eat it at when you're in Tagaytay. Just to remind you,(warn you) that the size of the bangus is bigger than your average Bangus, so be there with at least 2 friends.

Read more-- 



Lenicols "native resto bar" in Tagaytay




One of the beauties in Tagaytay is the abundance of choices of places to eat at.
This is a new restaurant in Tagaytay, being it located in the beautiful place of Magallanes Square, the view from the 2nd floor is astonishingly beautiful as you can see the ever awesome view of the Taal lake. READ MORE



Where to go in Tagaytay?

Sky Ranch - Visit the highest Ferris Wheel in the country


The amusement park in Tagaytay, where you can enter for a fee of 100 pesos

( as of January 2015) and pay 100-150 pesos for the rides.
The available rides are the zipline, mini viking, carousel and the main attraction
" the sky eye' Ferris wheel.
Experience 360 degrees view up in the highest Ferris wheel in the country today,
enjoy more of what is already an awesome view of Taal volcano.
or just stroll around the vicinity and appreciate the awesomeness of the view.

Having fun with a Pinoy Mime in Tagaytay












People's Park in the sky

Is a tourist destination in Tagaytay, before it was called the palace in the sky but it was later changed to People's park. See for yourself another classic 360 degrees view.


Cost - 30 pesos

Transportation 
Option 1- rent a tricycle for 120 pesos.
Option 2- ride the Jeepney that goes to people's park at Olivares Terminal Station for 16 pesos.















Picnic Grove
Probably the most famous destination in Tagaytay. A school field trip in Tagaytay wouldn't be complete without going to Picnic grove.

Entrance cost - 50 pesos


Experience the zip line that can give you an extremely awesome view for only 300 pesos.


Transportation


Option 1 - Rent a tricycle for 100 pesos

Option 2 - Ride the Jeepney going to People's park (alight at Picnic grove) for 16 pesos














Day tour Budget Itinerary



Time
Activity
Expenses
7:00 am
Meet up at Pasay bus station

7:30 am
Ride bus going to Tagaytay
83Php
10:30 am
Arrive on Tagaytay
Have Early lunch at Mahogany market
120-200Php
11:15 am
Go to Sky ranch via jeep
8 Php
11:25 am
Entrance & Sky eye
250Php
12:30 pm
Go to Bag of beans or Rowena’s Via jeep going to Olivares
8Php
12:45 pm
Bag of beans or Rowena’s at Tagaytay Rotonda
80Php – 200Php
2:30 pm
Go to picnic grove via jeep or tricycle
16Php/person on jeepney – 100 Php/tricycle
2:45 pm
Picnic grove Entrance & Zipline
50-350 Php with zipline
4:30 pm
Go to Olivares
16 Php/person on Jeepney- 100 Php/tricycle
4:45 pm
Go to Magallanes Square Via Jeep
8 Php
5:00 pm
Have dinner at Mahogany market of don Juan via jeep
100-200 Php
6:00 pm
Go to Olivares via jeep
8 Php
6:30 pm
Go home to Manila-Pasay
 83 Php


Budget to prepare based on the itinerary 830-1430php

2 sites (Picnic grove & sky ranch), lunch, coffee & dinner.

For overnight budget – just add accommodation and breakfast.












Get 1,100 Pesos when you sign up in AirBnB using my link https://www.airbnb.com/c/joshuan903

If you have your thoughts & suggestions, please share it with us in the comment section!

Did you like this post? Please give me some internet love and Like & Share this post with your love ones.

Until next time.. See you on the next blog post!
"If you can imagine it, you can achieve it. If you can dream it, you can become it." - William Arthur 
Wind Residences, Tagaytay Tour & room tour

Tagaytay 2016 Montage




Comments

  1. Great IT. I'll be at Tagaytay next week. Thanks for the tips :)

    ReplyDelete
  2. Thanks for reading bro, have a great trip ☺😊😊

    ReplyDelete
  3. Hi!! Which hotel do you suggest? Thanks in advance!! :)

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Sorry for replying late.

      Jc Castro rooms for rent near Tagaytay Rotonda :)

      Delete
    2. And there's a place near Sky ranch that is a cheap place to stay.

      Delete
    3. Hey there! Ask ko lang po kung ano po yung cheap place po near sky ranch for an overnight stay... Thanks

      Delete
    4. It's SMDC Wind Residences condo unit for rent. it's a fully furnished unit costing P2,600 for weekend (friday-sunday) good for 5 persons. you can call or text Ms. Klarina Teodoro at 09178927928

      Delete
    5. Hi ms Klarina, can you send me your room rates. Thanks

      Delete
  4. Hi ! Joshua thanks for the tips. can i ask you a question ?
    what is best hotel for 2 person. thanks!

    ReplyDelete
  5. Hi ! Joshua thanks for the tips. can i ask you a question ?
    what is best hotel for 2 person. thanks!

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Sorry for the late reply. If you're looking for just a place to sleep and don't mind not having the luxuries of a hotel would give. I suggest Our melting pot. Although, I have yet to try there. Their room rates are very affordable.. But if you want something more fancy, I suggest Taal vista hotel. The hotel has the best view of Taal lake ( one man's opinion) . :) I hoped that helped.

      Delete
  6. . hi good day, kung overnight lang po, week ends, sat-sun. kailangn ko pa ba magpabook ?. at same lang ba ang bayad kung booked at walk in?

    ReplyDelete
  7. . hi good day, kung overnight lang po, week ends, sat-sun. kailangn ko pa ba magpabook ?. at same lang ba ang bayad kung booked at walk in?

    ReplyDelete
  8. Thanks for this. Made it as my basis for planning our itinerary for this weekend. :D

    ReplyDelete
  9. Hello, we're heading at Tagaytay on Aprilas the first stop of our Honeymoon, is it easy to go to the Volcano if we arrive around 11am, and still doing at least half of what you did that day ?

    Thanks again for the hints ^_^

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. I have yet to try going to the Volcano, but, my brother have done it. There's a lot of boatmen who offers their services that goes to the Taal lake. My advice though, is to ask people at the market place if they know how to get a boat ride going to the Taal lake :) . Hoped that help ;)

      Delete
    2. Right, then we'll go to the market place on the day we arrive, thanks !

      Delete
  10. Would it be the same schedule based on your blog if we go there on holy week??

    ReplyDelete
  11. Hello Blog Admin,
    We find on Google, we saw your blog there it was very Attractive.
    This particular tour is called Same Day Agra Tour. It can be customized by adding on nights in the tour or do it by road from Delhi. We have more popular tour packages like Same Day Agra Tour, Overnight Jaipur Tour and Overnight Agra Tour etc.. See More Click Here www.classictoursindia.com

    ReplyDelete
  12. Agra Taj mahal tour packages is the best tour option, Enjoy the beauty of taj Mahal. and experience the best moment.

    ReplyDelete
  13. Enjoy a wonderful Agra Day Tour, Thanks for the sharing a nice article.

    ReplyDelete
  14. Mathura Vrindavan Tour - Birth place of Lord Krishana

    Mathura is the birth place of lord Krishna. Krishna is a model lover, a divine hero, a supreme Being, mathura is city of Uttar pradesh in India. It is located approximately 50 kilometers north of Agra and 145 kilometers south east of Delhi Mathura is the birthplace of Krishna at the centre of Braj or Brij-bhoomi, called Shri Krishna Janma-Bhoomi, literally: 'Lord Krishna's. Mathura is holy city for hindusim the world's third-largest religion. There are many places of historic and religious importance in Mathura and its neighbouring towns. The twin-city to Mathura andVrindavan. As the home of Krishna in his youth, the small town is host to a multitude of temples belonging to various sects of Hinduism proclaiming Krishna in various forms and avatars. Mathura has many beautiful temples. some temples of interest are

    • Lohwan Mata Mandir
    • Shri Ratneshwar Mahadev
    • Gopinath Maharaj Mandir
    • Keshav Dev Temple (Shri Krishna Janma Bhoomi)
    • Vishram Ghat (Bank of River Yamuna)
    • Shri Jagannath Temple Bhuteshwar Mathura
    • Prem Mandir, Vrindavan
    • Vrindavan Chandrodaya Mandir, Vrindavan
    • Mathura Museum
    • Birla Mandir
    • Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi
    • Naam yog Sadhna Mandir (Baba Jai Gurudev Temple)
    • Banke Bihari Temple
    • Shri Krishna Janmabhoomi
    • Iskcon Temple
    • Baldeo temple
    • bhuteshwar temple
    • The Udasin Kashni Ashram (Ramanrati) near Gokul (Mahaven)

    Person:- Suman
    Mobile :- +91- 9837332533
    E- Mail : indiatourvoyages@gmail.com
    website :- www.indiatourvoyages.com

    ReplyDelete
  15. Dear Blog Owner,
    Wonderful article, pictures is looking nice and fantastic. I appreciate this article.
    Classic Tours India
    A side of India you've never seen before...
    Overnight Taj Mahal Tour is fantastic and over

    moonlight taj visit is also very nice and valuable with us.
    www.classictoursindia.com

    ReplyDelete
  16. One of the exciting things about traveling is how inexpensive almost everything is. However, most backpackers always tend to spend too much money without even thinking how they can travel on a budget. During a backpacking trip, lack of money often results in radically cutting down on some of your dealings, decisions on going back home a few days earlier or have somebody to transfer a few bucks to your account. This could imply less excitement and fun.dcitltd

    ReplyDelete
  17. This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.

    ReplyDelete
  18. Loved reading all your posts, I could relate each part of the blog without even knowing the details of the characters and places, truly a very nice destination and a very good narration of the post. It has totally set me off on my own memories.

    Visit Tourdefam.in India's first agrotourism & farm stay portal

    ReplyDelete
  19. Delhi Agra Trip is the most famous place of the particular Indian. Agra Taj Mahal tour package deal is additionally well-known one of several and also the also. Agra is among the many crowded city on of the Indian. This specific city features one of the wonder that's the “Taj Mahal". The Taj Mahal is usually upon the bank on the Yamuna water. Taj Mahal is the too one of the about three earth monetary gift function inside Agra there're because Taj Mahal, Agra Fort as well as Fatehpur Sikri. Same Day Agra Tour By Car For that pay a visit to off these types of places you should go to the Agra as well as for this Agra tour packages is the best package for the visitors. See More Information Click Here www.delhiagratrip.com

    ReplyDelete
  20. Thanks for Online information sharing on your blogs. I was very encouraged to find this blog.
    Delhi Agra Trip
    We have both are options for tourist visit in Agra like Same Day Agra Tour for the tourists are very attractive and provide full variety. More visit: - http://www.delhiagratrip.com/

    ReplyDelete
  21. Hi Great Your Blog Posts,

    We are also working on same like golden triangle tours, Rajasthan Tour Packages, Taj Mahal Tour packages, One Day Tour Packages and Overnight Tour Packages. So if anyone wants to know about more tour packages so please you can click our Website:- http://www.classictoursindia.com

    ReplyDelete
  22. Nice Travel Guide! Tagaytay is one of the most favorite tourist destination of many people mostly Filipinos. I wish to to add Purple Oven Solenad at Nuvali as bucket list when you travel Tagaytay.

    ReplyDelete
  23. Hello Friend,
    Very well post! information about Delhi Agra Jaipur tour is great thanks to shared about us. Keep posting!

    My Self Suman From India Tour Voyages, India
    we are Provide North India Tour and Travel Services. We have

    more packages like...
    Golden Triangle Tours,
    same day Tours
    Rajasthan Tours,
    Overnight Jaipur Tour By

    Car
    ,
    Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour by Car

    ReplyDelete
  24. Hi,
    Thank you so much for share this Article. I really appreciate your Post.

    Golden Triangle India Trip- A concoction of different cultures and

    colors of India
    Delhi Agra Jaipur, India has always been a favorite tourist spot. The best way to experience this miscellany of India is to opt for the Golden triangle

    tours India, which has a wonderfully planned package to the three most historic cities in north India –Delhi, Agra and Jaipur (Rajasthan).

    We are also working as a Tour Operator lots of packages.

    Thanks
    Classic Tours India
    Our more Tour Packages

    Sunrise Taj Mahal Tour from Delhi
    Delhi Agra Jaipur Tour
    Golden Triangle Tour With Ranthambore
    Overnight Jaipur Tour
    Golden Triangle Tour Packages

    ReplyDelete
  25. Wow, Thanks for sharing this beautiful picture in this article, Tajmahal is one of the most famous monument in india.

    agra taxi service
    cabs in agra
    taxi service in agra
    cab service in agra
    Car Rentals in Agra
    car hire in agra
    car on rent in agra

    ReplyDelete
  26. Dear Admin,

    Excellent information provide on your blogs. We are very happy to find this blog.
    We are Good for tourist in Agra. Tourist are interested As for Same Day Agra Tour By Car & Same Day Agra Tour By Train we can provide entire range of tours . For more information click here :- Peer Voyages

    ReplyDelete
  27. Touritor is the best option when you are going for Affordable Tour Guide in Varanasi. It provides Tour Guide in Varanasi,Book Best Tourist Guide Varanasi,Best Tour Guide for Varanasi.


    ReplyDelete
  28. Wow, the budget is quite manageable and I will start saving soon some cash to visit this tourist attraction site during the summer holiday. I will tag along some friends so that we can have fan together and seek Urgent Help to Finish a Project before the submission deadlines so that we can have the free time to tour this magnificent tourist destination.

    ReplyDelete
  29. Best Place to visit in Holiday, One of the best in North India i.e.Varanasi.
    Varanasi Tour Guide
    North India Tour

    ReplyDelete
  30. At Delhi Agra Trip, we provide complete travel solution for Overnight Agra Tour through our online customer friendly portal. Whether you are a single person or group of travelers, we provide same level of hospitality to everyone. Visit here :- http://www.delhiagratrip.com/

    ReplyDelete
  31. Hi Great Your Blog Posts

    The Agra city is replete with attractions that would force you to extend your stay here. 1 day might be too less to behold the vignettes of this city. However, if you have less time, play safe and visit some of the most important attractions such as Taj_Mahal Agra Highlights: 1-Day_Tour from Delhi/Agra. Discover the highlights of Agra on this 1-day tour from Delhi to Agra. Admire the contrast between modern and tradition. Visit Taj Mahal and The Agra Fort, and enjoy the fantastic views of the Mughal_city_of_India.

    Same Day Delhi Tour
    Same Day Jaipur Tour
    Overnight Taj Mahal Tour
    Overnight Jaipur Tour
    Same Day Agra Tour by Car
    Same Day Agra Tour by Train
    Person: - Ranjeet Kumar
    Mobile: - +91- 8266881111
    Mail: - discoveramazingindia@gmail.com
    Website: - www.discoveramazingindia.com

    ReplyDelete
  32. Awesome Post!!! For the perfect island getaway there is no place like Boracay! Find the cheapest hotel rates, promos, and activities with Viaje Royale! Bringing you the best deals and the most affordable prices since 2009.

    ReplyDelete
  33. Agra is the best place for having fun because this city offers many things to explore like Taj Mahal, Agra Fort.
    Same Day Taj Mahal Tour By Car

    ReplyDelete
  34. Very interesting article, we will visit your website more often.
    Delhi Tour Guide
    Tourist Guide in Delhi

    ReplyDelete
  35. We also arrange for separate family / friends group and customized trips at an un beatable costs chennai to shirdi tour packages by flight, Shirdi package, Kasi Tours, Tirupati tour package

    ReplyDelete
  36. Wow that's a wonderful blog having all details & helpful. If you are interested, here is some for your information too open it
    same day taj mahal tour by car
    golden triangle tour with varanasi

    ReplyDelete
  37. Thank you so much for sharing it. Very interesting and informative post. Great article. Beautiful pictures.
    same day varanasi tour
    same day varanasi tour by car

    ReplyDelete
  38. Searching for best resorts near Karjat, Khopoli? Then Monteria is the best resort where the luxury meets adventure.

    weekend getaways near Mumbai

    ReplyDelete
  39. Enjoy the luxury of being at the heart of dining, leisure, and entertainment! Condo unit for sale in moa
    conveniently stands within the Mall of Asia Complex for easy access to the hottest spots.

    ReplyDelete
  40. Actually, I am facing some difficulties to understand the meaning of the blog. If you have any short video film related to your blog, then I would request you to share here. It would be great help.Shimla Manali Tour Package

    ReplyDelete
  41. Travel apps I think this is an informative post and it is very useful and knowledgeable. therefore, I would like to thank you for the efforts you have made in writing this article.

    ReplyDelete
  42. This comment has been removed by the author.

    ReplyDelete
  43. This comment has been removed by the author.

    ReplyDelete
  44. A very awesome blog post. We are really grateful for your blog post. You will find a lot of approaches after visiting your post. ticket for legoland florida

    ReplyDelete
  45. That is a good lot of information you have handed there. Its really worth reading it. Thanks for sharing.
    india tour packages

    ReplyDelete
  46. Maxgun 100 is a male improvement pill successful for working on the issue of sensual problems in men.
    Buy Maxgun 100mg

    ReplyDelete
  47. Great Post! Thanks for sharing it.
    The primary attractions of the Golden Triangle Tour 3 Days are the Elephant Safari in Amber, Amber Fort, and the Taj Mahal, among others. The Golden Triangle Tour 3 Days will take you to Jaipur, Rajasthan's beautiful capital city, and Agra, the location of the Taj Mahal, one of the world's wonders. This tour is ideal for anyone interested in learning about Indian history, culture, and traditions. A trip to Delhi, Agra, and Jaipur's three historical cities will present you with some of the most amazing experiences of your life.

    ReplyDelete

Post a Comment

Popular Posts