| Type | administrative region on Luzon |
|---|---|
| Rank | the only landlocked region in the Philippines |
| Provinces | six: Abra, Apayao, Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga and Mountain Province |
| Population | least populated region in the Philippines (2020 census) |
| Borders | Ilocos Region and Cagayan Valley Region |
Cordillera Region
The Cordillera Region is the mountain heartland of northern Luzon in the Philippines.
The mountain region
English Wikipedia describes the Cordillera Administrative Region as an administrative region on the island of Luzon and the only landlocked region in the archipelago, bordered by the Ilocos Region and the Cagayan Valley Region. It comprises six provinces, Abra, Apayao, Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga and Mountain Province. According to the 2020 census it is the least populated region in the Philippines. During Spanish rule, Christianization and subjugation of the mountain region proved difficult. We have not verified travel times, prices or tours for this region, so check them with Absolute Asia Tours. The page previously repeated the Bohol text by mistake; that text has been removed.
Sources (read in English, English Wikipedia): Cordillera Administrative Region. Last checked November 2026.
Cordillera Region: FAQ
How many provinces are in the Cordillera?
Six.
Is the Cordillera landlocked?
Yes, the only landlocked region in the Philippines.
Which provinces does it include?
Abra, Apayao, Benguet, Ifugao, Kalinga and Mountain Province.
Is it densely populated?
No, it is the least populated region.
How many days do you need?
Four days.