Dream 7-day Insider Trip for Two, Philippines

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Sorsogon and Manila, Philippines
6 nights, 7 days
Any time in 2026
 
Market value: $15,000
Secure a village (150 families) and create market connection 
 
This trip is designed and led by ARK, expertly arranged by Intas Destinations, exclusively for you. It can be taken on any 6 nights of your choosing, 4 nights in Sorsogon and 2 nights in Manila. Lodging, breakfasts, lunches, and Welcome and Thank You dinners, as well as local transport to hotels and ARK communities and back are included.
 
Journey to the southernmost tip of Luzon, where mountain meets the sea and abundance is both seen and shared. Sorsogon–framed by endless coconut groves, volcanic peaks, and secret coves–marks a milestone as ARK’s tenth province and is home to the highest concentration of Wave 11 communities. Here, nature’s generosity mirrors the spirit of its people.
 
Stay at the stunning Siama Hotel, a masterpiece of quiet luxury and tropical design by award-winning Filipino designer Milo Naval. Every corner blends natural textures, rattan, wood, and sunlight in perfect harmony. Beyond its calm interiors, explore Sorsogon’s treasures: swim with whale sharks in Donsol, ride the waves at Gubat Bay, and end your day on the pink sands of Matnog while the sky turns rose to gold.
 
Guided by the ARK team, share a meal with our partner communities, made from their gardens’ bounty and seasoned with joy and pride. In hidden spots known only to locals and insiders, rediscover hope, simple joys, and deeply human connections that linger long after you leave. Experience firsthand ARK’s vegetable exchange, a celebration of the kindness and abundance that emerge with ARK Feed Back.
 
Unwind in style with two luxurious nights at the world-class Shangri-La The Fort, savor the finest flavors at two Michelin-starred restaurants, Hapag and Kasa Palma, and stroll through cobblestone Spanish-era streets of Intramuros exuding timeless charm and grandeur. A quiet reward and grand finale after an unforgettable Dream Insider Trip.