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The 10 most popular manila tours in the Philippines. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
Bamboo bike through Intramuros with expert guides, see Fort Santiago and San Agustin, Japanese cannon stories, and ice cream after. 2-3 hrs $27.
“Excellent tour run by Anj, who was engaging and knowledgeable. Highly recommended for solo travellers or small groups.”
Bamboo-bike tour through Intramuros with WWII and Spanish-era stops, city-wall riding, snacks, and cold towel finish. Small group, easy pace.
“Josh was a very well spoken and informative guide and it was an excellent tour. We all learned a great deal.”
A 3-hour Manila half-day tour linking Tondo Market, Binondo Chinatown, and Intramuros walls. Tricycle, tuktuk, jeepney, Fort Santiago, churches.
“Super fun and memorable tour! We got to experience a side of Manila we otherwise wouldn’t have by going through Tondo and Binondo. We also loved going on the local forms of transport. Our guides were both super friendly and easy to talk to. Venus was so bubbly and really made us feel at home.…”
A 4-hour guided loop from Makati’s skyline to Intramuros and Fort Santiago, with the American Cemetery and San Agustin Church.
“Excellent tour. Chatty and informative guide. Kudos to the driver too for weaving his way in and out of truly horrendous Manila traffic”
3-hour Manila street food intro with small-group tastings, tricycle rides, beer and juice, and a halo-halo sweet finish for $60.
“What a great way to be introduced to Philippine food. We definitely tried food and went to local places that I’m sure we wouldn’t have if we weren’t on the food tour. Our tour guide Jian was fantastic and very knowledgeable too! Definitely recommend it!!”
Manila to Tagaytay day trip with jeepney to Peoples Park, Intramuros stops, and big views from Paco Park to Manila Cathedral.
“I had a wonderful experience on the Tagaytay tour! My guide, Ken, was extremely knowledgeable and shared many interesting facts and stories throughout the day, making the trip both informative and enjoyable. The excursion was very well planned, with a smooth itinerary that covered not only Tagaytay’s highlights but also some of the main sights…”
Half-day Tagaytay countryside tour from Manila with hotel pickup, jeepney ride to Peoples Park, fruit tastings, and Taal Volcano views.
“The experience in itself, was well done, the pick up from our hotel was delayed but we were duly advised. The tour guides ( Claude and Mark) were great. However, if I may suggest, small bottled water should be included in all your tours. Build it in the price or whatever, but that would be…”
Eat your way through Binondo on a small-group Manila food tour with 8 tastings, dumplings, dim sum, and hopia.
“Lots of food. It was an awesome experience. If you do a morning tour, don’t eat breakfast. Our guide Jenelle was cheerful and bubbly. She loves people and cats.”
Tagaytay Ridge views of Taal Volcano plus Manila history in Intramuros and Fort Santiago, ending with the American War Memorial in 8 hours.
“A pick up point nearer our hotel would have been appreciated - we drove by our hotel before the first stop. It had taken us 1 hour and 20 minutes to reach the pick up point, where we were also dropped off after the tour!! Our guide was very informative but also extremely repetitive, and…”
Private MNL airport transfer to Manila in an air-conditioned private car. Clear pickup steps, luggage limits, and driver updates via WhatsApp.
“Our airport transfer was very easy. Victor communicated throughout. He was waiting with a sign so it was easy to identify.”
