Top Manila Half-day Tours

Skip the inevitable group tour delays and the hassles of negotiating public transport and relax on this guided private shore excursion to Makati and Old Manila. Glide through vibrant downtown to the American Memorial Cemetery and pay tribute to World War II’s fallen heroes. Then stroll through the ancient remains of the old walled city, Intramuros, including San Agustin Church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Fort Santiago.

Enjoy your private one-way arrival transfer within Manila Bay and Makati area from all terminals in NAIA Airport

Get a comprehensive tour of Manila in just a day on this bus excursion. You'll travel with a small group of just 12 people or fewer, which lets you enjoy an intimate atmosphere and plenty of chances to ask questions. Listen to commentary on the history of Manila over the last 400 years, tracing its history from Malay to Spanish to Japanese to Filipino.

When you’re exploring a district as historic as Manila’s Intramuros, it pays to choose a traditional form of transport. Soak up the sights, discover the history, and even ride along the walls on this small-group bicycle tour with a difference: bamboo bikes. After choosing a style and size that suits you, tour sites including Fort Santiago, Plaza Roma, and the Puerta del Parian gate, then finish with some Filipino snacks.

Learn how to make authentic Filipino food from the experts—a local home chef. Join Greg in his beautiful colonial-style home, and enjoy a private cooking lesson in the kitchen. He will tell you all about Filipino cuisine and the history and influences that have gone into it. After the lesson, eat the traditional dishes you’ve prepared with your host.

Avoid the hassle of queuing for airport taxi services and ride comfortably on a 10-seater fully air-conditioned Toyota HI-ACE GL Grandia van. An English-speaking driver will meet you at Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport Terminals. Service commences as soon as all guests are on-board.

"Intramuros: History of Old Manila" is a tour walled city of Manila, the capital of the Philippines. This tour is best for guest who want to know the history of Manila and the Philippines. This is a history-and-culture-anchored tour that involves part walking, horse-back riding and museum visits. We curated this tour to tell more than 400 years of history in more or less 4 hours.

Exclusive ride for you Door to door service 1 item of hand baggage allowed per person 1 piece of baggage allowed per person ( max.dimensions 158cm) length+width+height=158cm Remember to bring a printed copy of this voucher and a valid photo ID with you. Child car seats and boosters are not available. Maximum supplier waiting time: 60 minutes (Domestic) 90 minutes (International)

Enjoy your private departure transfer within Manila Bay and Makati area to Ninoy Aquino International Airport (NAIA) or Manila International Airport (MIA).

Start your Mt Pinatubo tour in the predawn hours for an early start on this full-day action-packed adventure. Combine a 4WD off-road experience with a hike to Pinatubo Crater where you’re treated to supreme views of the emerald-colored lake. You’ll drive your 4x4 over terrain made of lahar—the mudflow remains of Mt Pinatubo’s 1991 eruption—then follow the same routes back to base camp. You’re rewarded with a Filipino-style lunch (and a shower) before hotel drop-off in Manila.

Don't go through all the hassle of waiting in a long taxi or shuttles queues and use our private, door to door airport transfer to Manila Airport. A professional driver will meet you in the hotel lobby and take you directly to the terminal you departing from. Choose from two comfortable vehicles to suit your group size: sedan up to 3 people and minivan 4-6 passengers. Thanks to the car size variety, it is an ideal choice for individuals, families and bigger groups. Hope you will enjoy your stay in Manila!

See the main highlights of Manila on a stress-free half-day tour, ideal for visitors with limited time in the capital city. With just your private guide and party, you’ll tick off top anila attractions such as Fort Santiago, the American Memorial Cemetery, and Rizal Park and Shrine. Travel between landmarks with ease in an air-conditioned vehicle and relish the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off.

Explore Manila on a 4-hour private tour with a guide who introduces you to the city's historical and modern-day aspects. You'll visit heritage attractions such as Intramuros and Rizal Park, take a walk through Chinatown, and meet locals at a public market. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; food, drinks, and entrance fees are at your own expense.

If you’re a history buff, Makati (Old Manila) is a must-see during your time in the Philippines. Discover historical information you may have missed on a private half-day tour of Makati (Old Manila), a great introduction for first-time visitors. Check off highlights such as San Agustin Church and Museum, Rizal Park and Shrine, Fort Santiago and Intramuros, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for added convenience.

When your cruise ship docks in Manila's port, benefit from personalized attention and a flexible itinerary on this half-day private tour. Skip the large group tours and get the chance to ask plenty of questions of your dedicated guide as you visit the highlights of Manila. Stops include city landmarks such as St. Agustin Church, the American Cemetery, Casa Manila, Fort Santiago, and others.

When your cruise ship drops anchor in Manila, make the most of even limited time in the capital of the Philippines on a half-day shore excursion. Designed specifically for first-time visitors on a time budget, this tour transports you between landmarks such as San Agustin Church and Museum, and the walled city of Intramuros in air-conditioned comfort.

This tour to the cooler highlands of Tagaytay are an ideal break from the heat and busy-ness of Manila. Enjoy views of the Taal Volcano and Lake, as well as visits to orchards. Get a chance to taste the huge variety of fruit that grows in the region. An easy overview of this nature-filled region for visitors staying in Manila.

Manila is a big city, but on this guided tour you can see the must-visit sites without the hassle. From the Spanish colonial-era walled city of Intramuros to sprawling Rizal Park, your local guide will explain the fascinating history behind what you’re looking at, so you come away with a greater understanding of Manila and the Philippines.

If you only have a limited time in Manila, come see the other world of the Philippines. It is a 3-hour tour that features the most modern side of Manila. Take in the modern architectural sites of the Makati, Bonifacio Global City, McKinley Hills, and Mall of Asia. There is a running tour around these areas with stopovers at the American War Memorial with a short walk down the Bonifacio High Street. It also covers the Venice Grand Canal Mall with an optional Gondola Ride inside. This tour can give you an idea on how modern the Philippines can be. Listen and be guided by our English-speaking guide and be entertained with trivia along the route.

This private half-day tour is an ideal way to see the highlights of Old Manila in a short time. Make the best of your time in the city by zeroing in on one area, thus avoiding getting stuck in the notorious traffic. You’ll learn all about the history of the city, from the Spanish colonial era until the present, with your knowledgeable local guide.

Immerse yourself in local Filipino culture on this educational tour, designed to let travelers go in-depth with daily Filipino life. Get off the beaten path and learn about history, culture, and modern life in the Philippines. With a guide in the lead to help you navigate, travel by public transportation and by jeepney, then end up at a restaurant specializing in Filipino food.

Retrace Anthony Bourdain’s footsteps on his first gastronomic journey into country and discover the variety of street food that made this famous American chef and international TV personality return to the country for more.

Filipino heritage has been carved by many cultures. Firstly, by the Malays and the Chinese. In the old city of Intramuros, there is the Spanish Baroque dominance and for the rest of the downtown areas there is a strong American Art Deco influence that made an impact in Philippine architecture, education, heritage and history.

When people go to Asia, it is all about seafood. Cheaper than going to a typical restaurant in Manila, the dampa concept is fun and unique: costumers buy the raw and sometimes even live seafood themselves which will be cooked in a nearby restaurant.