
18/03/2025
Experience Taal Heritage Town Like Never Before!
Thank you for your interest in the Goco Ancestral House Lunch & Walking Tour in the historic Heritage Town of Taal, Batangas—often called the "Vigan of the South." As the Barong and Balisong Capital of the Philippines, Taal is home to beautifully preserved Spanish-era heritage structures and the largest church in Southeast Asia. Located just 2 to 2.5 hours from Metro Manila via STAR Tollway, it's the perfect getaway for history and culture lovers.
TOUR RATES & DETAILS:
📌 ₱1,850 per person (Minimum of 4 pax)
📌 Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00/5:00 PM (Flexible Schedule)
📌 Includes: Heirloom Lunch + Guided Walking or Driving Tour + Merienda
📌 Add-on: Wear period clothing and have your photos taken at Casa Recuerdos for just ₱400 more!
HEIRLOOM LUNCH MENU:
Served in our ancestral home with heirloom dinnerware & cutlery on hand-crocheted tablecloths.
🥤 Welcome Drink:
Turmeric with Kalamansi Juice
🍬 Appetizer:
Taal Panutsa (Local Peanut Brittle) with Sea Salt
🍲 Main Course: (Includes steamed rice)
Heirloom Soup
Adobong Dilaw ng Taal (Yellow/Turmeric Adobo)
Sinaing na Tulingan (Slow-cooked for 6 hours in a Palayok)
Tapang Taal
Tawilis (Seasonal)
🥗 Choice of 2 Seasonal Veggies:
Native Bahay Kubo Veggies in Gata
Mango and Water Spinach Salad
Ginataang Santol (Sinantolan)
Laing
🍰 Dessert:
Suman smothered with Tablea (local tsokolate eh)
Cafe Barako
🍧 Merienda:
Halo-Halo
ITINERARY & TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:
Your tour guide will take you on a fascinating journey through Taal's history, including visits to:
Marcella Agoncillo Museum, Apacible Museum, ⛪ San Lorenzo Ruiz Steps, Our Lady of Caysasay Church, Taal Basilica (Largest church in Southeast Asia)
🔹 Want more? Add these privately owned ancestral houses for just ₱100 per head, per house:
Gregorio Agoncillo Heritage White House
Galleria Taal (Camera Museum)
The Villavicencio Wedding Gift House (Open even on Mondays!)
🛍️ Shopping Bonus:
Visit Taal’s Market for Barong, Tapang Taal, Longganisang Taal, Suman, Empanada, Kapeng Barako, Pansit, and more!
Explore Balisong Town (10 min drive) for authentic handmade Balisongs & Fan Knives.
📌 Tips: Wear comfortable clothes & shoes. Bring sunscreen, a cap, and an umbrella.
HOW TO GET HERE:
📍 Address: Marella cor. Del Castillo St., Taal, Batangas (Near Paradores del Castillo Hotel)
📍 Google Maps/Waze: Search Goco Ancestral House
🚗 Important: Avoid Tagaytay due to traffic—use STAR Tollway instead.
HOW TO BOOK YOUR TOUR:
✅ 50% down payment required at least 4 days before the tour. Balance payable on the tour date.
WATCH OUR TOUR IN ACTION! 🎥
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📺 Featured on ABS-CBN Bandila News, Kara David’s Pinas Sarap, & Metro Style!
📢 Book your tour today and step into the rich history of Taal!
See you soon!
Philip Goco
📞 Tel # 09176002556 (also available in Viber and Whatsapp)