Villa Escudero Plantation Resort is two and a half hours south of Manila Highlight of the tour is a family museum of archaelogical artifacts and private collections of Antiquated relics from Pre-History, Spanish time, and World War II. Local folks will serenade you on board water buffalo drawn carts that transport you going to a man made waterfall that provides hydro-electric power to the plantation before, lunch is served on tables set over a flowing stream. On weekends, a cultural show is presented for the delight of plantation visitors. This will cost you around 1,100 pesos only.. Inclusive of entrace, river rafting, swimming pool and an all you can eat lunch.
How to get There
Driving time is about 2 hours (90 km)
Take the South Luzon Express Way (SLEX)
Exit at 50 A (Lucena exit)
Turn left at Sto. Tomas junction
Head straight South. By pass the towns of Alaminos and San Pablo
Slow down upon seeing the Quezon Province Boundary Arch. The Villa Escudero entrance is immediately to the left.
Take the South Luzon Express Way (SLEX)
Exit at 50 A (Lucena exit)
Turn left at Sto. Tomas junction
Head straight South. By pass the towns of Alaminos and San Pablo
Slow down upon seeing the Quezon Province Boundary Arch. The Villa Escudero entrance is immediately to the left.
Follow the instructions of the gate officer when turning into the Resort.
Bus Lines: Several Bus Lines serve the route and will let you disembark and pick you up directly at the entrance (e.g. Tritran, JAC Liner, Philtranco, South Star).