The Philippines · TOURS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 tours & day trips worth the pesos, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Tour A in El Nido island-hops Bacuit Bay with Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Seven Commandos, Big Lagoon kayaking, lunch, and snorkeling.
“The private tour was amazing! Our guide Angelo and the crew were really nice and helpful. The swimming and locations were amazing. 10/10 recommend!”
Coron Ultimate Tour hits Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, Skeleton Wreck, Barracuda Lake, plus snorkeling and lunch, with hotel transfers.
“this was an incredible experience! our trip leaders ken and yiayia were very experienced and knowledgeable about all the places we went to. lunch was also incredible.”
Private Coron boat tour with guide and lunch on the beach. Choose stops like Kayangan Lake and Twin Lagoon, snorkel, and skip crowds.
“7 sights in 1 day, no rush, took time at things we liked and shorter time for lunch. The activities were great”
El Nido Tour C hits Hidden Beach, Secret Beach, Helicopter Island, and Matinloc Shrine. Swim, snorkel, learn local stories, lunch included.
“the tour was fantastic! shout out to Nathan who was one of the lads on the boat he was so lovely and took the time to individually help people and teach about local culture”
Boracay island hopping by boat with snorkel stops, buffet lunch, and optional Magic Island and Crystal Cove access for around half a day.
“Each stop was beautiful and there was enough time at each location. The buffet was great with many options.”
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.”
Small-group Bohol highlights from Cebu: Chocolate Hills, tarsiers, Loboc cruise lunch, and heritage stops, plus smooth ferry transfers.
“Jirah was the absolute best thing about this trip. From the get-go, she made sure our group was comfortable with each other. All day, we were talking to each other and looking out for each other. She also made sure she helped everyone take photos in great spots. She shared the history of each place and how Bohol is taking care of preserving them. You can tell the pride she has in being a Boholano and being able to share the beauty of the province with others.”
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.”
See Makati and Manila Bay sights, then step into Intramuros for San Agustin Church and Fort Santiago, plus a WWII stop at the American Cemetery.
“3-4 hours, depending on pick up point. Not too much walking, which is nice if you don't enjoy the humidity! Intramuros is worth a visit, but the rest of the city isn't too memorable. Richard the guide was friednly and knowledgeable.”
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.”
Sunrise whale shark swim in Oslob and thrilling Kawasan canyoneering from Cebu, with licensed guides, gear, and lunch included.
“10/10 activity! Memories of a lifetime made and could not possibly rate the guides any higher! The place is stunning, water perfectly clear and the landscape beautiful. The 2 guides we had went well above and beyond to make our experience as special as possible. This is a must do on the island of Cebu!”
A 7-hour El Nido boat hopping day to Small Lagoon, Cadlao, Nat Nat, Paradise Beach and Bukal Island, with swim time and lunch.
“Good locations visited and the last lagoon (small lagoon) was amazing to kayak and swim in. The diving options were great as well. Really good tour that offers a bit of everything.”
Coron Island island-hopping with Kayangan Lake, CYC Beach, Sunset Beach, and Las Islas de Coral, plus picnic lunch and transfers.
“Everything was perfect! Our guide June was amazing and so were the other guys on the boat. Had a great time and would definitely recommend.”
Coron’s Barracuda Lake, Skeleton Wreck, and Twin Lagoon boat tour: WWII wreck snorkeling, thermocline swim, Reef Garden, BBQ lunch, transfers.
“An excellent day exploring the islands with lots of fun activities included”
Pick the island first. The kind of day sorts itself out after that.
