Tour Guide Speech/Script

Mabbet si bibicat ira u lom-an. Naimbag nga bigat kadakayo amin. Those are Isinai and
Ilocano greetings which means Good Morning to Everyone. Isinai and Ilocano are
widely spoken dialect in Nueva Vizcaya.
I hope that you really had a good morning and I am sure that you are super excited. So,
brace and prepare your mind and your body for you will have a sounding, memorable
and out of the box experience only here in Nueva Vizcaya. Relax and enjoy and you
will surely go home proud that you have been to our province, you have experienced
the hospitality of the Novo Vizcayanos and you have seen the different breathtaking
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unlimited beauty of the tourist destinations it has to offer.
tourists
By the way, I am Evangeline Remolazo, you can call me Vangie and I will be your tour
guide fpr today. On behalf of IBA Tours I’d like to welcome you all to Bayombong,
Nueva Vizcaya.
This is Kuya Ian, the tour captain. Kuya Ian is driving for 11 years, and I assure when
you are in Nueva Vizcaya, you are given full attention and an extra ordinary tender
loving care.
Aside from that may I distribute your badges as you are identified as visitors of our town
and IBA tours is in charge of your tour.
Right now I’d like to take a minute to familiarize you with the area and discuss some
brief safety precautions that must be followed during the tour:
1. Before going down the bus, be sure that you have with you your valuable things,
We are not accountable for any loss things and baggage.
2. You have with you your seatmate right? During the tour they will be your buddy,
meaning they will be your permanent seatmate and that you will be your
permanent seat. See to it that every time we board the bus, after we visit a
destination, your buddy is present. We have to be responsible not only for
ourselves but we have to care for everyone here in the bus.
3. There are places that cameras are not allowed, so please, when we get there, do
not use your cameras. There are also places where solemnity is required so let
us always refrain from making unnecessary noises. We have to follow rules in
the destination we have to visit.
Pre-Arrival 4. Report to me immediately whenever there are problems you may encounter.
Activities and 5. Be time conscious! We have to follow the itinerary strictly to avoid delays.
Reminders 6. Another thing I would like to inform you that each time we go around, I have to
give you details about the place, so meaning as I am orienting you Is will raise
this flag lets and meaning you were to converge or gather. Very clear!
7. And the last but the most important reminder is to Enjoy and don’t sleep for you
may miss the experience of being here in the province, you might regret!

I hope that everything will be followed so that we will all have a safe and happy trip. I
promise you are going to enjoy your stay here in Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya. This is
a beautiful, quiet city where you can relax, enjoy great meals and feel very safe. You
can walk into town and enjoy the fountains at the Capitol Compound or take a boating
because it is only intended for boating activities.
We want you to have the best experience while you are here in Nueva Vizcaya. But
nothing would be possible without the presence of the Almighty Father.

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 So before we go on with our trip, may I request everyone to pause for a moment of silence and
feel the presence of our Creature. In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. . .
Opening Lord, as we gather in your holy name, we implore thee of you abiding presence. Grant us the
Prayer spirit of oneness, nourish us with love and strength that we may seek and do your will through
Christ our Lord. Amen
In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit Amen.
We are now ready to go, may we have the final count. .
Head Count So we have all in all 10 tourists/visitors plus me, your tour guide.

Let me just give you a review about our itinerary for today.
Discussing the We are now leaving our jump-off point which is the Capitol. Our first destination will be the
Itinerary People’s Museum and Library, adjacent to it is the St. Dominic Cathedral. After visiting the
Cathedral, we will pass through the Bay Walk going to the Citrus Alley. Then we will go to
Tatin’s Leisure Farm and Resort then back to the Provincial Capitol.
I will give you first a brief history of Nueva Vizcaya. Nueva Vizcaya is a beautiful land every
Novo Vizcayano is justly proud of. It is a former territory of the vast Cagayan Valley and often
referred to as the lowland Baguio beacause of its pleasant climate. Before, some parts of the
province are part of Isabela but it was then turned into a politico-military province due to the
Describing the order of the Alcalde Mayor of Cagayan. The name was derived from the Spanish province in the
location: Basque Country. Its people and culture is truly a melting pot due to the migration of various
ethnic groups from nearby provinces. The influx of civilization and the infusion of modern
technology to the life stream of the province induced many immigrants from other provinces to
migrate contributing to the progress of the province.
Now, on your left is the Saber Inn, one of the well-known and best accommodation facilities we
have in the province. They also have their restaurant which is the Quadro and bar.
Also on your left is the way going to Saint Mary’s University. Saint Mary’s University is the first
and only private catholic educational institution in the province.
In fact Bayombong is dubbed as the Education Center of the province because many schools are
situated here and students contribute to the life of the town.

Going back to the history of the province, in 1942, Japanese troops occupied Nueva Vizcaya. The
Dalton Pass in Santa Fe which now serves as a tourist destination commemorates the death of
General Dalton during the World War II. Bloodshed happened in that place during the war when
joined forces of Filipinos and American soldiers fought the Japanese Invasion.
In 1607, the Dominican Order arrived in the province to preach their religious belief. It was not
until 1609, however when the first settlement was established in the southern half of the province.
In 1702, a covenant was erected in Burubur at the foot of the Caraballo Mountain in Santa Fe
which is a present barangay of the Aritao town. It was on this site the first mass was celebrated
and the baptism of Christian convert was held.
On-Site Tour
We are now approaching the People’s Museum and Library so get ready, get your valuable things
with you because we will go down for about 10 minutes. Kindly register your name on the
logbook and after registering, please form two lines so that we can start roaming around.

On your right is the library where different general references books are found. If you want to
know more about Nueva Vizcaya then this is a good place for researchers and a place where
students can concentrate in their studies, make their brainstorming assignmenst and prepare for
their mind blowing tests.

On the other side is the photo gallery where facts about provinces are being displayed and
occasionally, art works of different local artist is being displayed here.
In that room is the Provincial Tourism Office under the Office of Governor. This building is the
former seat of the Provincial Governor before it was transferred at the provincial capitol today
which is our jump-off point.

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Let us now go upstairs. Rule no. 3 applies in this area, meaning no cameras are allowed.
Touching the exhibits is also strictly prohibited.
This Museum speaks for the rich history and culture of the province. A place where remains of
our forefathers are being preserved. This museum tells some tales of this great place. These
antique things you can see here are the things which were used by the ethnic groups in the
province and different people who are well-known in the place.

My dear tourists, 10 minutes is over. Let us go down and visit the St. Dominic Cathedral.

Saint Dominic Cathedral is a 200 year old church which was rebuilt twice due to a fire on April
3, 1987 and an earthquake on July 16, 1990, yet, the 18 th century Spanish style is still being
preserved. It is the first Catholic Church in the province. It also boasts of having the best
sounding church bell in the country. Somebody told me that if it is your first time to visit a
church, make a wish and it will come true. Well, it is just a belief, but as people say, there is
nothing wrong if we do it. Visitors, I am giving you another 10 minutes to roam around, take
pictures and offer your prayers. Again, I am reminding you that solemnity is required, so refrain
from making any unnecessary noise.
Time’s up. Let’s go back to the bus.
Is everybody here now? Kindly check your buddies. Let’s go Mang Ian.

Going on with the tour, we are now passing through the former Dumlao Boulevard which was
converted into a bay walk as part of the beautification of the town of Bayombong. It was named
baywalk which came from the terms Bayombong and walk, coined by Mr. Jose “Jing: Gambito,
the current Vice Governor of the province. Dumlao boulevard was once dim place years ago and
now as you can see, it was developed into a well-lighted road and benches were placed alongside
to accommodate people. It was inaugurated on May 24, 2009 during the first Grand Ammungan
Festival.
Okey, our next stop is the Citrus Alley. Aside from the destination that we have visited and we
are still bound to visit, Nueva Vizcaya has many other tourist spots that you can still visit. Places
that will make you sigh, “too bad, too bad to miss it”. One of which is Mount Pulag, the second
highest mountain peak in the country. Before the peak, lies an area of Bonzai forest followed by
grassland with dwarf bamboos. A perfect eco toursm destination, the park is home to rare plants
like the pitcher plant and rare animals present there like the giant cloud rat. It was once the crash
of a world was tora-tora plane.

We also have the Capisaan Cave, the fifth longest case system in the Philippines and ranked one
of the best, considered a geologist’s paradise due to its varying rare calcite formation and unique
stalagmite and stalactite formation. Within its four kilometer length is a subterranean river. The
very cold water is usually just a knee deep, but there are times when it’s up to the waist and even
up to the neck. So, be prepared to climb, crawl like a soldier, walk like a duck and make yourself
fit small holes.

Next is the Immugan falls, 35-foot two-level falls with a swallow catch basin of refreshing
mountain spring interestingly located between two mountains. Trek over streams and rivers
emanating from the falls. Enjoy trekking exploration, swimming, fishing and cultural immersion.

Aside from the Saint Dominic Cathedral, we also have Saint Vincent Ferrer Church in Dupax Del
Sur, one of the oldest and biggest churches in North Luzon. It was constructed in the 16 th century
as commissioned by two Augustinians priests declared among the towns well-preserved colonial
monument. Beside the church is the oldest Acasia Tree in Luzon planted by settlers from Nueva
Ecija in 1880.

We also have there one of the province’s splendor, the tallest and biggest Rizal Statue and Shrine
in the Philippines located at Brgy. Casat, Bayombong, Nueva Vizcaya. On your left side is the
Veterans Regional Hospital (VRH).

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Also, located here is the Bangan Hill, a historic landmark and cultural treasure. It is the site of the
annual stations of the cross staged by the local catholic church during the Lenten season using
life actors depicting the last monuments leading to Jesus Christ’s crucifixion. It is also great for
hiking enthusiasts.

Nueva Vizcaya is not only known for its beautiful tourist destination but it can also boost of its
products like the tiger grass, the major component in making soft brooms. It has been said that
the quality of the soft brooms produced from the province, has the highest standard, when it
comes to durability. Baskets and other products made our of rattan are surly patronized in trade
fairs.

Nueva Vizcaya is considered as the Citrus Capital of the country. Its soil and climate are
conductive for propagating citrus varieties. The area is well known for its Vizcaya orangers.

We are now approaching the Citrus Alley where you can buy souvenirs, fruit wines, different
products from Nueva Vizcaya and of course, the best tasting citrus ever! Before we go down the
bus, again check your valuables. I am giving you 10 minutes to buy. Enjoy and happy bargaining.
Ooooopppsss. Sad to note, but time’s over. We have to go now to our next destination.
Everybody, board the bus and check your buddies. Is everybody in? okey manong ian, let’s go. S
how was the fruits, Is it sweet? As sweet as the Novo Vizcayanos? How ws your bargaining?
For our next station, we will be visiting a well-known resort here in Nueva Vizcaya, the Tatin’s
Leisure Farm and Resort.
We are now here. You are given again 10 minutes to have an ocular visit. Again, an ocular visit,
because you are not allowed for swimming. Again our apologies, you can do it anyway some
other time. You are always welcome to come back and avail of the resort’s amenities and
facilities.
Let’s go. Check your valuables now and always be with your buddies. Is everybody in?

We are now going back to our jump-off point which is the Nueva Vizcaya Capitol. Since
Bayombong is the capital of the province and our tour is focused with the town of Bayombong it
is just but proper to know a bit of information about it. Well, the name Bayombong emanated
from the Gaddang word “Bayongyong” which means confluence of a might river. It was said that
a certain tribe arrived and tried to invade the place which caused the outbreak of the First Tribal
War in the area. The site was renamed “Bayumbung” as a sign of the Gaddangs victory in
fighting for their private domains. The Spanish then baptized the place Bayumbung which was
later changed into Bayombong.

On the way to Bayombong, you can see the “supa-dupa-mega” wide and green rice fields that
impresses and captivates our eyes. On your left is the public market of Bayombong.
On your right is the Municipal Hall of Bayombong where you can find the different offices of the
Local Government Unit.

We are now approaching the capitol, dubbed as the Luneta of the North because its top view is a
replica of the beautiful landscape of Luneta Park in Manila. It is a symbol of the noble
aspirations, foresight and visions of its builder, Governor Patricion Dumlao.

On your right is the man-made lagoon where you can go boating. 20 pesos is just enough for
couples or even dou-couples and the like. You’ll absolutely love it and definitely beg for more. . .
Sure but money down first. We also have there a wishing well and a grassy land where you can
settle down which will surely give you a nice experience despite all life's problems and struggles.

We also have here the Ammungan Park where families can spend their quality time. They can
enjoy while resting in a peaceful environment. The park also has a replica of the naturally crafted
Salinas Salt Spring.
Last stop is one of the prides of the province, the Tribu Vizcayano Village where you can see the
“cultural houses” built by each municipality of the province as an entry to the first ammungan
festivals cultural houses competition. Each entry depicts the cultural and ethnic way of living of

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 the different tribes present in Nueva Vizcaya. The village is open for public viewing. By the way,
Ammungan Festivals is an annual celebration, thanksgiving and showcase of the power of
divergence and unity of the tribes in Nueva Vizcaya which commence every 19 th day of May.
Ammungan is a Gaddang term which means gathering.
This is only the few things that make up the beautiful province of Nueva Vizcaya. A province
joined by peace, solidarity, unity and cooperation. A place of great views and warm people.
Indeed, it is a home of heritage which gives Novo Vizcayanos a substantial reason to be prouder.
That’s Nueva Vizcaya, signed, sealed, delivered…it’s yours
IBA tours offer a variety of special discounts depending on your travel plans. We have Kasibu-
Post
Bayombong packages, as well as guided spelunking adventure tour includes an orchard tour at
Departure
Barangay Malabing, Kasibu, where famous perante oranges grow. There will be a short
Activities
information session at 1pm in the lobby of the hotel tomorrow where you can learn all about
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these offers. We recommend that you do not purchase packages from street vendors as they are
special events
not always 100 percent reliable. They also may charge you day trips and activities while you are
and offers:
here in Nueva Vizcaya.
If you need to exchange your dollar into pesos, please use a bank or money exchange. We don’t
recommend exchanging our money at the hotel because you won’t get a fair rate. Some
restaurants will accept American or Canadian money, but you are better off to exchange your
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money and pay with pesos. Or, if you prefer, you can always use your credit cards. Also, if you
advice:
want to get around the town, we recommend that you take the jeepney if you want to go to
Solano will cost you 10 pesos. If you do decide to take a tricycle make sure you negotiate a price
before you go.
We’re going to be pulling up to the hotel in just a few minutes. Please sit back and enjoy the view
of the rice field on the left hand side of the bus as we enter the town. I ask that you remain in
your seats until we have come to a complete stop. Please double check to make sure your bag has
been taken off the bus and other valuable things.
On behalf of IBA Tours, have a wonderful vacation in Bayombong and I hope to see you
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tomorrow at the information session.
remarks
Thank you very much for visiting Nueva Vizcaya and we are looking forward to be seeing more
of you here in the province.
I just hope that at the end of the day, you can say that the juice was worth the squeeze. Again, this
is Evangeline Remolazo, your tour guide for today and we also acknowledge our captain Manong
Ian for a job well done. Agyaman kami!
And before we finally say goodbye, may we have the Lord’s blessing for a safe trip back to your
hometown.
Heavenly Father as we come to the end of our tour together we thank you for what has been
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accomplished and experienced today. May the activities transpired serve as a catalyst to move us
Prayer
forward and cause us to advance and see growth in all areas of our lives. May we leave here
recognizing You are the God of all wisdom and You are willing to lead us forward. This we pray
in the name of the Lord Jesus. Amen

Prepared by:

EVANGELINE CASTRO- REMOLAZO, PhD

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