Half Day Tours

Half Day Tours
Manila City & Museum Tour
Explore the heart of Manila! Begin the day with a morning drive through
the Mall of Asia Complex, the Coconut Palace, the Cultural Center of the
Philippines and Rizal Park.
Learn of the Philippines’ rich history and diversified culture with a visit
to three well-reputed museums. Our first stop is the Casa Manila. This
accurate reproduction of a Spanish “Ilustrado” home is located in the
heart of the “walled city” of Intramuros. Afterwards visit the nearby San
Agustin Church Museum, home to the richest collection of religious
art in the country. Our last stop will be the National Museum where
artifacts recovered from sunken Spanish Galleons are on display. Learn
of the thriving “galleon trade” that dominated a period in history when
goods were transported between the Philippines and Mexico.
Tour Highlights
■ Casa Manila
■ The San Agustin Church and Museum
■ The National Museum
Departs from Manila
From $85/person [Twin Share]
Makati City & Museum Tour
Tour Highlights
■ Museo ng Makati
■ Neilson Tower
■ The Ayala Museum
Departs from Manila
From $89/person [Twin Share]
Half Day Manila City Tour
Inclusions
■ One-Way Hotel Pick up from the Makati and Manila Bay Area Hotels
■ Museum Entrance Fees
Exclusions
■ Food & Beverages
■ Gratuities
Behind the modern exterior of the Philippines’ most progressive city is
an interesting story waiting to be told. Uncover the story of Makati with
visits to three of city’s museums. Begin the day at Museo Ng Makati
which showcases the city’s most recent history. Then make a stopover
at the famous Neilson Tower situated in the heart of the business
district. This is where modern Makati took root. Next, explore the Ayala
Museum with its dioramas depicting the most important events in the
country’s history. The tour also includes a drive-by of the sixteenth
century churches of Saints Peter and Paul Parish (the oldest church in
Makati) as well as the Parish of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
At the end of the day choose between returning to your hotel or staying
at the Ayala Center for the best shopping in town.
Inclusions
■ Roundtrip Transfers to and from hotel
■ Museum Entrance Fees
Exclusions
■ Food & Beverages
■ Gratuities
Departs from Manila
From $76/person [Twin Share]
The tour starts right in the heart of Philippines’s financial district, the
City of Makati. Have a glimpse of Makati’s hustle and bustle as you
drive through on your way to the capital city, Manila. Onwards Rizal
Park on scenic Roxas Boulevard, arrive in Intramuros, “The Walled City”,
to see ancient walls, church ruins and relics from Spain’s Conquistadores.
Sites to visit: American War Cemetery, Rizal Park, Fort Santiago, San
Agustin and Manila Cathedral Back to hotel after tour finish.
Manila City & Museum Tour
We will also stop at the Saints Peter and Paul Parish, the first and
oldest church in Makati. Built in 1620 its intricate design and Spanish
type architecture make it a notable structure. Nearby, we will stop at the
parish church of Our Lady of Guadalupe built by the Agustinian friars in
1629. Often referred to as the “Guadalupe Ruins,” the original church
was of Doric structure with massive buttresses to support its vault of
hewn stones taken from the still visible but extinct Guadalupe Quarry.
Tour Highlights
■ Visit Nielson Tower, Museo ng Makati, Saints Peter & Paul Parish,
Guadalupe Ruins and American Cemetery
■ All Admission and Entrance Fees Included
Departs from Manila
From $68/person [Twin Share]
Unveil the history of the city that has evolved to become metro
Manila´s most modern city as well as the Philippine´s premier
business and financial center.
Our first stop is the Nielson Tower along Ayala Avenue. Proceeding to
the Museo ng Makati, we will see the city’s glorious past is in full
display through paintings, murals, film-showings, stage presentations,
lectures, workshops and exhibits. The museum itself is housed in an
old structure built in 1918 that served as the first town hall of the then
municipality of Makati.
From Guadalupe, we will proceed to the American Cemetery and
Memorial. Our tour ends at the Ayala Center where guests have the
option to take an optional tour of the Ayala Museum, or spend the rest
of their time exploring the Ayala Center – a commercial complex at
par with the world´s best!
Inclusions
■ One-way hotel pick up from the following Makati, Ortigas and
Manila Bay Area hotels:
■ DOT Accredited Tour Guide
■ All Entrance Fees
Exclusions
■ Hotel drop-off: tour ends at Ayala Center where guests will
have to make their own way back to their hotel.
■ Meals
■ Optional Gratuities
Full Day Tours
Corregidor Island WWII War Memorial Tour
invading Japanese forces during World War 2. Experience the Malinta
Tunnel Light and Sound Show see the Barracks Ruins, the Spanish
Lighthouse, the Pacific War Memorial, the Gun-emplacement and the
Filipino-American Friendship Park. Tour includes roundtrip ferry ride
to the island.
Tour Highlights
Departs from Manila [Weekday Departure]
From $155/person [Twin Share]
Departs from Manila [Weekend Departure]
From $212/person [Twin Share]
Visitors to Corregidor Island are rewarded with the opportunity to
learn about the historical and patriotic significance of this small
tadpole-shaped island. See proof of the heroism and sacrifices of the
American & Filipino soldiers who defended the country against
■ Barracks Ruins
■Spanish Lighthouse
■Pacific War Memorial
■Filipino-American Friendship Park
■Light and Sound Show at Malinta Tunnel
■ Short Ferry Ride to & from the Island
Inclusions
■ Roundtrip Land Transfers from Hotel – Port – Hotel
■ Roundtrip Ferry Transfers
■ Guided Island Tour
■ Buffet Lunch
■ Light & Sound Show
Panoramic Tagaytay Ridge Tour
vista is best savored atop the Palace in the Sky - resthouse of former
President Ferdinand Marcos.
On the way to Tagaytay, you will stop by the San Jose Church in Las
Pinas to see the world famous Bamboo Organ built by Spanish priest
Father Diego Cera in the 19th century. Made from about 800 bamboo
pipes, the organ is said to produce a sound unlike any other. You
will also have a chance to visit a local jeepney assembly plant for an
inside look on how this popular mode of transportation unique to the
Philippines is built.
Tour Highlights
■ Visit the Palace in the Sky Philippine Jeepney Factory and Las
Pinas Bamboo Organ
■ Panoramic View of Taal Volcano
■ All Admission and Entrance Fees Included
■ Lunch at a Local Restaurant Included
Departs from Manila
From $155/person [Twin Share]
About an hour and a half drive south of Metro Manila lies the
picturesque city of Tagaytay. Located on a ridge 2,200 feet above sea
level, it offers a panoramic view of Taal Lake and Volcano - a lake
within a volcano within a lake within a volcano. This awe-inspiring
Time permitting, you may also have a chance to stop by a pineapple
or coffee plantation to sample the local produce or buy souvenirs from
the numerous roadside wood carving and furniture shops.
Inclusions
■ Roundtrip Transportation from Manila Bay, Ortigas and Makati
City Hotels
■ All Admissions
■ Lunch & DOT Accredited Tour Guide
Exclusions
■ Additional Food & Beverages Outside Lunch
■ Optional Gratuities
Majestic Pagsanjan Falls Tour
Inclusions
■ Roundtrip Transportation from Manila Bay, Ortigas and Makati
City Hotels
■ All Admissions
■ Canoe Ride with life vest and sit cushion
■ Lunch & DOT Accredited Tour Guide
Exclusions
Tour Highlights
■ Canoe Ride Upriver and Back
■ Pagsanjan Falls - Swimming, Boating and Caves
Departs from Manila
From $215/person [Twin Share]
“Shoot the Rapids” on dugout canoes and experience nature’s wonder.
Drive two and a half hours south of Metro Manila through the
countryside to beautiful Pagsanjan, Laguna. Be prepared to board a
native banca (canoe) skillfully driven by two boatmen and maneuvered upstream through rocks and boulders amidst steep gorges and
lush tropical vegetation. Your destination - Majestic Pagsanjan Falls.
Take a swim or board a bamboo raft through the falls into a cave
behind the veil of water. This is an exhilarating, spine-tingling,
adrenaline-pumping, two hour boat ride from the Bumbungan
■ Additional Food & Beverages Outside Lunch
■ Optional Gratuities
Villa Escudero Coconut Plantation Tour
Plantation. About a two hour drive south of Metro Manila, this quaint
and historic villa is set amidst a pastoral grove inside a coconut
plantation, a picturesque showcase of old plantation life. Guests will
tour the plantation on board a carabao drawn cart while serenaded by
a native band.
Tour Highlights
■ Tour a Real, Working Coconut Plantation
■ Visit the Plantation Museum
■ Lunch
■ Swim in a Spring-Fed Pool
Departs from Manila
From $199/person [Twin Share]
A convenient and refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of city
life, take this chance to recharge your batteries and enjoy a variety of
fun filled activities in a rural setting of the Escudero Coconut
This resort villa also has its own museum which houses the family’s
vast and interesting collection of historic, religious and cultural
artifacts, some dating back to pre-Hispanic times. The highlight of
your day may be sitting down to a sumptuous lunch served beneath
a man-made dam with your feet immersed in cool rushing waters
from a nearby lagoon. A swim in Villa Escudero’s spring-fed pools will
complete your memorable visit.
Inclusions
■ Roundtrip Transportation from Manila Bay, Ortigas and Makati
City Hotels
■ All Admissions and Entrance Fees
■ Lunch & DOT Accredited Tour Guide
Exclusions
■ Additional Food & Beverages Outside Lunch
■ Optional Gratuities
Enchanting Hidden Valley Tour
Inclusions
■ Roundtrip Transportation from Manila Bay, Ortigas and Makati
City Hotels
■ All Admissions and Entrance Fees
■ Lunch, afternoon snacks & DOT Accredited Tour Guide
Exclusions
Tour Highlights
■ Hidden Valley’s Natural Beauty
■ Rare Orchid Collection
■ Exotic flora, or swim in its natural water pools
Departs from Manila
From $232/person [Twin Share]
Located 78 kilometers south of Metro Manila lies Hidden Valley
whose bewitching natural vegetation flourishes in a 110 acre crater
300 feet deep, believed to have been formed by a violent volcanic
upheaval thousands of years ago.
Located between two mountains, Mts. Makiling and Banahaw - these
two mountains have been for many years a major staple for local
myths and folklores, the place boasts of an impressive collection of
rare orchids and other exotic flora. Several naturally heated volcanic
water pools are available for those want to take a refreshing dip so
bring your swim suit!
■ Additional Food & Beverages
■ Optional Gratuities
Subic Bay Adventure Tour
We depart early from Metro Manila, passing through the provinces of
Bulacan and Pampanga. Along the way, you will have a chance to
witness the wrath brought by the eruption of Mt. Pinatubo (considered
the strongest volcanic eruption in the last century) as you pass
through the town of Bacolor in Pampanga. The tour continues towards
the province of Zambales where Subic Bay is located. Included in your
days itinerary is a visit to Zoobic Safari and a stop at the JEST Camp
(Jungle Environmental Survival Training Camp) where indigenous
people called “Aetas” demonstrate survival skills in tropical rain forest.
The tour departs Subic Bay for a return trip to Manila at 4:00 pm.
Inclusions
Tour Highlights
■ Visit Subic Bay
■ Zoobic Safari – Tiger encounter
Departs from Manila
From $216/person [Twin Share]
Located 75 miles (120 kilometers) northwest of metro Manila, you’ll
find the former American naval facility known as Subic Naval Base
- touted as the biggest U.S. naval facility in the Asia-Pacific region
before the eruption of Mt. Pinatubo in 1991 forced the early pull-out
of American troops. Since then, the area had been converted into a
modern free port and tourism zone.
■ Roundtrip Transportation from Manila Bay, Ortigas and Makati
City Hotels
■ All Admissions and Entrance Fees
■ Lunch & DOT Accredited Tour Guide
Exclusions
■ Additional Food & Beverages Outside Lunch
■ Optional Gratuities
Taal Volcano Trekking Tour
Inclusions
■ Roundtrip Transportation to and from hotel
■ Admissions and Roundtrip Ferry Transfers
■ Lunch & Horseback Ride
Exclusions
■ Optional Gratuities
Tour Highlights
■ Taal Volcano
■ Horseback Riding
■ Volcano Island
Departs from Manila
From $248/person [Twin Share]
Visit the world’s smallest volcano, Taal Volcano. Located on the edge
of a 30 kilometer wide caldera, Tagaytay City is about an hour and
half outside of Manila. The volcanic crater was created over 100,000
years ago and the city provides breathtaking panoramic views of Taal
Lake. You will enjoy a peaceful picnic on the lake shore before taking
quick boat ride to Volcano Island. Riding on horseback along black
lava flows, you will reach the spectacular viewpoint overlooking Crater
Lake and Vulcan Point.
Mt. Pinatubo Trekking And Adventure Tour
Leave the bustle of Manila behind on this day trip to Mt Pinatubo for a
combo 4x4 and trekking adventure to Pinatubo Crater with an expert
guide. Drive an off-road vehicle along a river valley made of lahar —
the mudflow from the volcano’s 1991 eruption. Then hike another 1.5
hours to the crater with free time to enjoy views of the emeraldcolored lake. After following the same routes back to base camp,
you’re rewarded with a Filipino-style lunch (and shower) before your
return drive to the capital.
Note: Children 11 yrs. old and below and Adults 70yrs. Old and above
are not allowed to take this tour. Also prohibited to take this tour are
person with Asthma, Heart problem, Hypertension and the like.
Inclusions
Tour Highlights
■ Lahar trail made of volcanic mudflow
■ Pinatubo Crater Lake
■ Lunch at V.E.S Food Resort and Villas
Departs from Manila
From $199/person [Twin Share]
■ Roundtrip transfers on Seat-in-Coach from Manila to Tarlac
■ Use of 4x4 wheel Jeepney
■ Local Guide
■ Conservation Fee
■ Entrance Fee
■ Barangay Fee
■ Certificate of Conquest.
■ Set lunch
Evening Tours
A Night Of Philippine Culture, Dinner & Dance
The evening is highlighted by a special presentation of folk dances by
graceful maidens and dashing lads in authentic native costumes. The
presentation showcases the soul of the Filipino - from the symbolic
ceremonial dances of the northern mountain tribes to the romantic
Spanish-influenced reels, and the expressive tribal dances of the
Muslim south. At the end of the show, the audience is given a chance
to prove that they too can perform!
Inclusions
Tour Highlights
■ Showcase of Native Culture Through Dance Performances
■ Dinner with Exotic Local Dishes and Delicacies
■ Roundtrip Transportation from Manila Bay, Ortigas and Makati
City Hotels
■ All Admissions and Entrance Fees
■ Philippine Specialty Dinner & DOT Accredited Tour Guide
Exclusions
Departs from Manila
From $92/person [Twin Share]
Come experience the hospitality Filipinos are known for in an atmosphere
of a typical “barrio fiesta” with a wide range of exotic local dishes and
delicacies for you to enjoy.
■ Additional Food & Beverages Not Mentioned
■ Optional Gratuities
Manila Bay Dinner Cruise
the Philippines (CCP) to board your cruise. Choose one of the following
cruise options:
1. The Sunset Cruise - just in time to catch the world famous Manila Bay
Sunset
2. The Mid-Evening Cruise - view the frantic lights of Roxas Boulevard
3. The Night Cruise - enjoy a calm atmosphere and watch as the city
settles down
Tour Highlights
■ Cruise Along the Shoreline of Manila Bay With a Live Band On Board
■ Admission and Entrance Fees Included
■ Dinner On Board
Departs from Manila
From $92/person [Twin Share]
End your day with a lovely evening cruise along the shorelines of Manila
Bay aboard a dining yacht. From the hotel, travel to the Cultural Center of
Onboard, take pleasure in a dinner of native cuisine and live entertainment. Exhilarating views of Manila Bay and the cityscape top off the
night. Enjoy a truly unforgettable evening!
Inclusions
■ Roundtrip transfers to and from hotel
■ Dinner
■ All Admissions and Entrance Fees
Exclusions
■ Optional Gratuities & Drinks During Dinner
Combo Tours
Manila City & Tagaytay Combo Tour
Then we start our drive back down to Metro Manila. First stop is the
American War Memorial & Cemetery, the largest and most beautiful of
American memorials outside the Continental U.S. Have a glimpse of
Makatis hustle and bustle as you drive through on your way to the capital
city - Manila via scenic Roxas Boulevard (also known as Dewey Boulevard in the recent past) passing through Luneta Park (also called Rizal
Park in memory of the countrys national hero) on your way to the “Walled
City” of Intramuros.
Tour Highlights
■ Panoramic Tagaytay Ridge Tour & Lunch
■ American Memorial & Cemetery
■ ”Walled City” of Intramuros
■ Fort Santiago
Departs from Manila
From $185/person [Twin Share]
The tour starts with a drive up to the picturesque City of Tagaytay.
Located on a ridge 2,250 feet above sea level, the city offers panoramic
views of Taal Lake and Volcano, the “lake within a volcano within a lake
within a volcano”. This view is best savored from atop the Palace in the
Sky, rest house of late President Ferdinand Marcos.
Enjoy a brief lunch stop at a local restaurant to enjoy some local cuisine
and delicacies in an atmosphere designed for panoramic views.
Here you will see ancient walls, church ruins and other relics of the Spanish Conquistadors. Travel through old cobbled streets to San Agustin
Church, the oldest stone church in the country. The tours wraps up at
Fort Santiago, a Spanish fortress that once watched over the entrance to
Pasig River. It was here that our national hero Dr. Jose Rizal spent his last
days and where he wrote his famous “My Last Farewell.”
Inclusions
■ Roundtrip Transportation from Manila Bay, Ortigas and Makati
City Hotels
■ All Admissions and Entrance Fees
■ Lunch & DOT Accredited Tour Guide
Exclusions
■ Additional Food & Beverages Not Mentioned
■ Optional Gratuities
Manila City Tour & Dinner Cruise
before proceeding to the famous walled City of Intramuros. Here you
can stroll through history at the Fort Santiago and Rizal Museum.
After touring the city, we invite you to relax and watch the sunset
over Manila Bay on our dinner cruise. Admire in the city skyline while
feasting on local Philippine cuisine and enjoying the lights of Roxas
Boulevard. End the night with a performance from live local band
before heading back to port
Inclusions
Departs from Manila
From $155/person [Twin Share]
Take in the sights and sounds of Manila! Our tour will start in Makati
City with a stop at the American Cemetery, the largest of its kind
outside the Continental USA. Next we will drive through the vibrant
Makati Business District, passing through the iconic Cultural Center
of the Philippines Complex. We will stop at the Rizal Monument
■ Roundtrip transfers to and from hotel
■ Dinner Onboard Cruise
■ All Admissions and Entrance Fees
Exclusions
■ Optional Gratuities
Full Day City & Museum Tour
witness to Philippine history. Beside the Church is the Museum which
features a rich collection of Spanish-era church vestments, furniture
and religious artwork.
After lunch the tour proceeds to Makati City, the country´s premier
financial district. We will drive past Saints Peter and Paul Parish
(Makati´s first and oldest church, built in 1620) as well as the church
of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Built by Augustinian friars in 1629 it is
often referred to as the “Guadalupe Ruins.”
Tour Highlights
■ Casa Manila
■ The Ayala Museum
■ All Entrance Fees Included
■ The San Agustin Church Museum
■ Lunch Included
■ Neilson Tower
Departs from Manila
From $155/person [Twin Share]
Our tour begins with a morning drive through the Mall of Asia
complex, the Coconut Palace, the Cultural Center of the Philippines
and Rizal Park on your way to the old walled city of Intramuros. Our
first stop will be Casa Manila, a reconstructed Spanish home dating
back to the mid-1800s. This colonial lifestyle museum holds furniture
and artwork ranging from the 17th to early 20th century. It showcases
the lifestyle of upper class Filipinos at the turn of the century.
Our next stop will be San Agustin Church and Museum. Designated a
UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1993, its walls have stood as a mute
Next, visit Neilson Tower, the country´s first commercial airport which
is now the Filipinas Heritage Library. A spiral staircase goes up to the
historic tower room where news about the attack on Pearl Harbor was
first heard in the Philippines.
Finally, visit the Ayala Museum in the heart of the Ayala Center
commercial complex. “The Diorama Experience” is a permanent
exhibit of 60 handcrafted dioramas that chronicle the rich tapestry of
Philippine history. Showcasing major events from prehistoric times, to
the Philippines´ independence, the exhibit ends with “People Power.”
Afterwards, you will be returned to your hotel or feel free to stay at the
Ayala Center for a wonderful shopping experience.
Inclusions
■ Roundtrip transfers to and from hotel
■ Lunch
■ Entrance Fees
Exclusions
■ Optional Gratuities
Manila Short Stay Tour
Manila Short Stay [4 Days]
City of Makati. Have a glimpse of Makati’s hustle and bustle as you
drive through on your way to the capital city, Manila. Onwards Rizal Park on scenic Roxas Boulevard, arrive in Intramuros, “The Walled City”,
to see ancient walls, church ruins and relics from Spain’s Conquistadores.
Sites to visit: American War Cemetery, Rizal Park, Fort Santiago, San
Agustin and Manila Cathedral. Back to hotel after tour finish.
Day 03: Manila - Tagaytay - Manila [B]
Breakfast inside the hotel. After Breakfast, proceed to:
Tour Highlights
■ Panoramic Tagaytay Ridge Tour & Lunch
■ American Memorial & Cemetery
■ ”Walled City” of Intramuros
■ Fort Santiago
Berjaya Hotel or Similar Superior Class
From $735/person [Twin Share]
$185/person [Single Supp]
Armada Hotel or Similar Deluxe Class
From $775/person [Twin Share]
$225/person [Single Supp]
Day 01: Arrival In Manila
Arrival in Manila. Meet and greet by our local representative. Private
transfer to the hotel for check-in. Rest of the day is free at leisure
Overnight accommodation
Day 02: Manila [B]
Breakfast inside the hotel. After breakfast, enjoy
HALF DAY MANILA CITY TOUR
The tour starts right in the heart of Philippines’s financial district, the
TAGAYTAY RIDGE TOUR WITH LUNCH
About an hour and a half drive south of Manila lies the picturesque City
of Tagaytay. It offers a panoramic view of Taal Lake and Volcano, the
“lake within a volcano within a lake within a volcano”. This vista can be
savored from atop the People’s Park in the Sky. Stop by the Bamboo
Organ of Las Piñas and a local jeepney assembly plant on your way
back. Lunch in a local restaurant. Transfer back to the hotel. Rest of the
day is free at leisure
Day 04: Manila - Home [B]
Breakfast inside the hotel. Free at leisure until departure. Transfer to NAIA
(International). Depart Manila for Flight back home
Inclusions
■ 3 nights Accommodation with breakfast
■ Transportation during tours and transfers
■ Daily tours as indicated in the itinerary
■ Services of a Local English Speaking Guide
■ English Speaking Airport Assistance
Exclusions
■ Personal expenses & Tips
■ Travel Insurances