Villa Escudero Plantations and Resort, Luzon Travel Guide

Getting There

• Car

  Starting from Manila, take the South Luzon Expressway (SLEX) and exit at the Calamba exit. Follow the signs towards the National Highway or the South Luzon Expressway Extension. Continue straight until you reach the town of Tiaong, Quezon. Look for Villa Escudero Plantations and Resort, which is located at 13.9956° N, 121.3430° E. There is ample parking available at the resort. Be aware that toll fees will apply when using SLEX, typically costing around PHP 100-200 depending on your exit.

• Bus

  From Manila, head to any bus terminal serving the Laguna or Quezon Province, such as the Buendia Bus Terminal or Cubao Bus Terminal. Look for buses bound for Lucena or Tiaong. Make sure to inform the conductor that you want to get off at Villa Escudero. The fare ranges from PHP 150-250, and the journey typically takes 2-3 hours. Once you reach Tiaong, you can take a tricycle or jeepney to the resort, which should cost around PHP 50-100.

• Tricycle/Jeepney

  If you arrive at Tiaong town proper by bus, you can take a tricycle or jeepney to reach Villa Escudero. The tricycle ride will take approximately 15-20 minutes and costs about PHP 50-100. Make sure to negotiate the fare before starting your journey. Jeepneys also run on specific routes, and you can ask locals for the nearest jeepney stop heading towards the resort.