THE PHILIPPINES · HALF-DAY
One spare day and too many options. These 15 half-day tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can settle it over breakfast.
Explore Tondo Market, Binondo Chinatown, and Intramuros by foot, jeepney, tuk-tuk, and tricycle on this lively Manila history tour.
“Very nice tour! It's good to see a side of Manila other than BGC/Makati. Local guide knows the area well. We never felt unwelcome anywhere we went on the tour. Taking public transit (trike, tuktuk, jeepney) was a highlight. Thank you Venus!”
Review of Tagaytay’s half-day tour from Manila, with Taal Volcano views, local fruit tasting, countryside stops, jeepney rides, and practical tips.
“This was an excellent tour and great value for the price. Andrew was my guide, and was very enthusiastic, entertaining and knowledgeable. I booked this group tour less than 24 hours in advance, and received confirmation right away. I paid extra for pick up at my hotel, and Andrei and our driver were right on time. I was surprised to find that although I booked a group tour, I was the only person on this trip, and rather than cancel, the company honored my reservation and treated me as a private tour! Andrei is extremely knowledgeable and very enthusiastic and entertaining. The stops were all well planned with excellent food…”
Escape Manila for Tagaytay views, Taal Volcano, local fruit tasting, pineapple fields, and People’s Park in the Sky in five easy hours.
“Good tour, Claudine was very helpful and informative, good to see the sights of Tagaytay!”
Review of Bohol’s private half-day tour, with Chocolate Hills, tarsiers, Bilar Forest, Baclayon Church, and a Loboc River buffet cruise.
“We booked the chocolate hills 6 hour tour. Our guides name was Randy. He was fantastic. 6 stars deserved. I recommend him for any couple wanting to do this great tour.”
Explore Puerto Princesa’s cathedral, WWII fort, crocodile center, weaving hall, and Baker’s Hill, with an optional massage afterward.
“Ernie was amazing! The tour was great with some incredible spots; great for learning and for fun. Would highly recommend.”
Explore Puerto Princesa’s churches, WWII sites, crocodile farm, viewpoints, parks, and craft centers on a practical $15 half-day tour.
“The guide for this tour was very knowledgeable and had a clear understanding of all attractions. She gave us ample time at each place and even acted as photographer for the couples and myself when we wanted pictures. The sites were brilliant. I wasn't overly fussed about souvenir shopping but the other guests really enjoyed it. Would definitely recommend this tour”
Review of Cebu’s five-hour highlands tour, with Sirao Garden, Temple of Leah, Taoist Temple, private transport, and optional lechon lunch.
“Angel and her brother are excellent guides. Her brother is also a fantastic driver. They are both pleasant people and made the trip informative and fun. They gave us plenty of time to explore on our own as well”
Explore Intramuros, Fort Santiago, Manila Cathedral, San Agustin Church, Casa Manila, and more on a private four-hour Manila tour.
“Arsen was great! Very knowledgeable and answers questions with ease. Would recommend this tour 10/10. However the driver Julius was not the best experience. We were told to wait at the hotel lobby 10 mins before pick up, we were at the lobby for over 30 mins waiting for the driver. We communicated through WhatsApp telling him we were at the lobby. We had to check outside the hotel and he just waited by the vehicle. He was also annoyed and stated that he was waiting for over half an hour. All in all Arsen made this tour memorable and learning about our countries history was very enjoyable!”
Explore Manila’s Intramuros, Binondo, and Tondo Market in three hours with local guides, street scenes, history, food, and practical tips.
“This was a fantastic day, I happened to be the only person and got a one on one tour with Felix, he was so knowledgeable, easy going, personable. This was a fantasy way to get to see the city if you can’t do a full day. I fully recommend this tour it was great fun. Felix made it a 10 out of 10!!”
Explore Cebu’s churches, forts, ancestral house, and shopping on a private four-hour tour with hotel pickup and an English guide.
“Belle was a super guide with great knowledge of history and intersting places. Despite the heavy traffic Erikson was a good driver and got us around a lot of traffic jams.”
Review of El Nido’s 3-hour premium speedboat tour, with lagoons, beaches, snacks, guide tips, costs, and practical booking advice.
“I loved the trip! It was well organised with variety of experiences (swimming, kayaking, snorkelling). The places were beautiful.”
Explore Intramuros, Manila Cathedral, San Agustin Church, Baluarte de San Diego, and Paco Park on a guided four-hour heritage tour.
“Thanks Claude and Nona, for showing us the must-see sites in Manila. It was really enjoyable today, I had great fun! Cheers from The Netherlands, Geert”
Review of Cebu’s half-day city tour, covering Magellan’s Cross, Fort San Pedro, Taoist Temple, transport, guides, price, and practical tips.
“The guide never showed up and it's impossible to contact anyone by phone cebu or Manila you take my money immediately yet you want weeks to refund”
Explore Manila’s Intramuros, Rizal Park, Fort Santiago, and American Cemetery on a guided four-hour city tour with hotel pickup.
“Our guide Richard and driver Frances were both phenomenal. So professional and knowledgeable…we learned and saw so much. Amazing. Would recommend 200%.”
Explore Puerto Princesa in four hours with butterfly gardens, Mitra’s Farm, Bakers Hill, historic sites, snacks, and hotel transfers.
“Alles was goed, tour guide Mark kon erg leuk vertellen over de stad. Ook stopte je op elke plaatsen net lang genoeg waardoor de spanningsboog goed bleef. Denk aan 20 tot 30 minuten elke stop.”
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