One-Day Walkable & Budget Baguio Loop for 2 (Adult + Senior) — Includes PITX Bus Travel Times

Day 1: Relaxed city loop

Baguio City, Philippines on November 9, 2025

2:00am

Travel — PITX (Manila) to Baguio (bus)

Board an early provincial bus at PITX bound for Baguio; buses typically offer reserved seating and are senior-friendly — travel time varies with traffic but estimate ~4h30m. Book tickets in advance (Victory Liner / Genesis are common carriers).
PHP810, 4h30m.

6:30am

Arrive Baguio — terminal, freshen up & rest

Arrive at the Baguio bus terminal (Victory Liner / Dangwa area) and use terminal/restroom facilities; find a nearby café or pay-for-use restroom to freshen up and give the senior a short rest before sightseeing.
PHP0, 1h30m.

9:00am

Breakfast — Choco-late de Batirol (Camp John Hay branch)

Warm, thick cacao with a light Filipino breakfast in a cozy, senior-friendly setting; Camp John Hay branch commonly opens around 8:00–9:00am but check current hours before leaving.
PHP400, 1h0m.

10:15am

The Mansion & Wright Park (photo stop, short walk)

See the historic summer residence gate and stroll Wright Park's flat areas — easy for seniors and great for photos; grounds are open during daylight hours (confirm for any official closures).
PHP0, 0h30m.

10:50am

Baguio Botanical Garden

Stroll shaded paths, view Igorot huts and native plants — a calm, low-effort green space well-suited for a senior; generally open early morning to late afternoon (approx. 6:00am–6:00pm).
PHP0, 0h45m.

11:45am

Burnham Park — Pedal boat ride

Relax on a short pedal-boat ride on Burnham Lake — easy boarding with minor assistance; confirm boat availability on arrival as hours can vary but the park is open throughout the day.
PHP150, 0h30m.

12:45pm

Lunch — Good Taste (Session Road / central branch)

Budget-friendly Filipino-Chinese dishes with generous portions and comfortable seating for seniors; most branches are open by mid-morning and operate through the evening.
PHP400, 1h0m.

2:00pm

Taxi/Grab to Mines View Park

Take a short taxi to Mines View Park to avoid a long uphill walk; the vehicle drop-off gives quick access to the paved viewpoints and stalls — park viewing areas and vendors typically operate 8:00am–5:00pm.
PHP120, 0h20m.

2:20pm

Mines View Park & Good Shepherd Pasalubong

Enjoy classic mountain vistas from the paved lookout and pick up pasalubong such as strawberry jam or ube from Good Shepherd or nearby stalls; shops generally open during daytime hours, but confirm closing times if buying late.
PHP500, 1h15m.

3:40pm

Taxi to Baguio Cathedral

Short downhill taxi ride to Baguio Cathedral to minimize walking for the senior; the cathedral grounds are open in daylight with benches and gradual approaches (confirm hours for special masses/events).
PHP100, 0h15m.

4:00pm

Baguio Cathedral — quick visit

Visit this iconic hilltop church for photos and a restful sit-down; entrances are usually open during the day and the site is calm and accessible with handrails on steps.
PHP0, 0h30m.

4:45pm

Rest / Snack at Session Road or nearby café

Return to Session Road for a light drink or pastry and a seated rest before dinner; many cafés are open until early evening — check current hours for your chosen spot.
PHP200, 0h30m.

5:30pm

Early dinner — 50's Diner (Session Road) or similar affordable diner

Comfortable, familiar diner-style meal with easy seating and comforting food for the senior; 50's Diner and similar places usually operate into the evening — an early dinner avoids late-night travel stress.
PHP600, 1h0m.

6:45pm

Evening stroll at Burnham Park / Session Road (optional)

Gentle, flat paved paths at Burnham Park and well-lit Session Road are ideal for a relaxed evening walk; benches and public seating make this a safe end-of-day activity before heading to the terminal.
PHP0, 0h30m.

7:30pm

Taxi to Baguio bus terminal (board return bus)

Short taxi to the bus terminal—aim to arrive ~45–60 minutes before your scheduled bus departure to assist the senior with boarding and luggage; terminals have seating and restrooms.
PHP200, 0h30m.

8:30pm

Travel — Baguio to PITX (Manila) by bus

Board the evening return bus to PITX. Estimated travel time ~4h30m depending on traffic; booking a reserved seat is recommended and ask for senior assistance at boarding if needed. Expect to arrive early morning the next day.
PHP810, 4h30m.
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