The Philippines · MANILA TOURS
Most Philippine trips start with a night in Manila and no plan for it. The 15 below fix that: the walled city by bamboo bike, Binondo by the plateful, and the Taal volcano day that gets you out of the traffic before it builds.
A small-group Intramuros tour on handmade bamboo bikes, guided history stops like Fort Santiago and San Agustin, plus end ice cream.
“Prime was an excellent tour guide and the tour itself was really insightful about the history of the Philippines and intramuros.”
Bamboo bikes and a small guided group make Intramuros feel easy, with Fort Santiago, cathedral stops, wall riding, snacks.
“I learned the history of Intramuros and was able to cover all parts more easily in a bike. The guide had pictures to support the history topics.”
3-hour Manila tour linking Tondo Market, Binondo Chinatown, and Intramuros walls with local transport, photos, and an English guide.
“A great tour of Must see areas in Manila. Our guide, Floyd was excellent, knowledgeable and we felt very safe on tour with him. We saw some areas of Manila that few tourists get to see and experience. If you want to see the real Manila this is the tour for you.”
4-hour Manila tour from Makati to Intramuros, with American Cemetery, San Agustin Church, Fort Santiago, and hotel transfers.
“A very informative and interesting afternoon! Our guide Fernando was extremely knowledgeable and we learned so much about the history and culture of Manila and the Phillipines. Would highly recommend the tour.”
A small-group day from Manila to Tagaytay, with jeepney views at People’s Park in the Sky and Intramuros stops like Manila Cathedral.
“This was a good tour to visit many different sites around Manila. The guides were helpful and friendly & made us feel welcome & very safe while at markets. The stops near the volcano look out were awesome to see local towns. The afternoon around the old fort was a beautiful place & could have spent longer there but was already a very full day. The main guide was asleep in the transport most of the time which seemed very unprofessional but the driver, trainee and female guide were amazing.”
VIP skip-the-line club hopping in Makati with rooftop views, street food, and go-go bars, plus free entry and a welcome shot.
“Jiesel was our guide and she was so friendly and accommodating. I recommend this tour for two reasons - 1: you get to meet new people from backgrounds and places and of differing ages which you would not otherwise meet - our group was brilliant ranging from mid 20s to mid 50s, some were single, some were in a couple others were just friends. 2: you go to some fun bars and we went to a fab street food place and tried local delicacies I would never have ever tried. Brilliant night !!!”
Half-day Tagaytay countryside tour from Manila with hotel pickup, jeepney ride, fruit market tastings, and Taal Volcano viewpoints.
“I was worried it would be too short/rushed but it was perfect. The guides were knowledgeable and so helpful and friendly. We learnt a lot and got to try a variety of fruits and treats. The view from the top was beautiful!”
Half-day tour from Manila to Tagaytay for Taal Volcano views, fruit-market tastings, and People’s Park in the Sky.
“Good tour, Claudine was very helpful and informative, good to see the sights of Tagaytay!”
Taste Binondo’s Chinese-Filipino classics with a small group. Eight food stops, dumplings, mami, dim sum, and hopia in 3 hours.
“It was fine. The guide was sweet but we really didn’t learn much about Chinatown. Lots of food and the food was ok - nothing remarkable.”
Full-day Tagaytay Ridge and Taal views plus Manila’s Intramuros and Rizal stops, with lunch and a small-group guide for $160.
“The guide and drivers were very nice, patient, the knew about every part ir the tour. I was punctually picked up at the hotel. And was also back at the time scheduled. I really recommend it.”
Private air-conditioned transfer from MNL Airport to Metro Manila with up to 60 minutes waiting, clear pickup info, and luggage limits.
“Our driver Jeffery was so nice he helped find us in the crazy exit of the airport! The drive to our hotel was clean and comfortable. Thank you so much!”
Panoramic Tagaytay Ridge Tour from Manila with Taal Lake views, Palace in the Sky, Gourmet Farm, Museo Orlina, and Filipino lunch.
“The tour to Tagaytay was wonderful, there were great views, but the guide, Rolando Javelona made it even better. He was knowledgeable, attentive, and even purchased fruits for us to try. He also was very accommodating to our tastes in food for lunch. The driver Tonton also did a great job, as traffic in Manila is horrendous! He navigated the traffic in an expert manner, I would recommend this tour with my eyes closed.”
Ride a traditional bamboo bike through historic Intramuros at sunset, with guided stops at Fort Santiago and the Bayleaf Skydeck rooftop view.
“Prime was really kind and I learned a lot about Manila from him”
Small-group Taal Volcano day tour from Manila with Tagaytay viewpoints and a Taal Lake bangka boat ride. Transfers, tickets, AC.
“Highlights Taal active volcano Ambon Ambon falls Stone church Andrei and Gerald were fantastic local knowledgeable guides for the tour and very obliging. We caught it from Anya Resort, so did not have to go all the way from Manila. There were just 6 of us on the tour which made it a very intimate experience. The Taal Lake boat ride took us close to the Taal Island in the middle of the lake, however unfortunately tourists are no longer allowed to walk on the island. The Ambon Ambon falls were the real highlight as got to walk up the stream and then swim under the waterfall with the locals.…”
Paddle rafting to Pagsanjan Falls and Taal Volcano views from Manila, plus optional Volcano Island boat ride and a cave swim.
“Excellent way to see surrounding areas and spend a very pleasant day. Guide was first rate.”
Pick the island first. The kind of day sorts itself out after that.
