What to do and see in Luzon, Philippines: The Best Tours
Discover the best top things to do in Luzon, Philippines including Private Half-Day Makati (Old Manila) with Intramuros, Market Tour and Provincial Filipino Cooking Class in the Countryside, Private Airport Transfer: Manila Ninoy Aquino Int. Airport (MNL) to Manila, Beginner Day Hike from Manila Mt. Batulao (811 MASL) with transfers**, Manileño For A Day, Baguio City Tour , Skip the Line: Villa Escudero Plantation & Resort Day Pass Ticket, Private Arrival Airport Transfer in Manila Bay and Makati Area, Zoobic Safari Entry with Lunch Option, National Museum of Fine Arts | Manila Museum Tours.
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1. Private Half-Day Makati (Old Manila) with Intramuros
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
Explore Old Manila on this private half-day tour! After pickup from your Metro Manila/Makati hotel, you and your party will visit famous highlights such as Rizal Park, St. Agustin Church, among others. This tour is perfect to see the old city's highlights while freeing up your afternoon for other activities.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Private tour
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Personal Expenses/Souvenirs
Reviewed By E6224EFmichaelh
Our trip was a shared one , we knew this and pick up was on time, Guide gave short introduction at each stop then group had a set time before we moved on. Lunch was initially to be very early 11.30 am but we alll agreed to make the river cruise and lunch last stop after chocolate hills. Viewpoint needs 200 plus steps so not for the lesss mobile. Pity that quad bikes below disturb peace of site. Excellent buffet lunch and river trip with music and bankside cultural show. Good value and varied if you can spare a day off the beach.
2. Market Tour and Provincial Filipino Cooking Class in the Countryside
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Enjoy a private market tour and authentic Filipino cooking class and home-cooked meal with your host Rex in his home. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Rex grew up in the countryside south of Luzon in a family of farmers, local food artisans and passionate home cooks. Family recipes have been passed down from his grandparents to his parents and now to his generation. They have all worked in the fields and cook simple, fresh, local and seasonal meals. Rex and his family still use traditional cooking techniques and customs that they are proud of. Rex’s father is a cacao farmer and their home is surrounded by beautiful cacao trees. Rex and his family are excited to share their love for traditional Filipino provincial cooking in the countryside surrounded by nature.
Inclusions: Home-cooked Provincial Filipino meal, Private market tour and cooking class with your host Rex, Alcoholic Beverages, Dinner, Gratuities, Lunch
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Reviewed By jbO7574GB
Such a enjoyable experience I learned to cooked adobo and it tasted amazing. Izzie was a great instructor in how to make adobo in three ways and giving us the history of the dish too. I would recommend anyone give it a try you won't regret it.
3. Private Airport Transfer: Manila Ninoy Aquino Int. Airport (MNL) to Manila
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Book here your safe and reliable Private Airport Transfer from Manila Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to your hotel or destination within the Manila city area. Our service operates across 150+ countries and 1500+ airports with an excellent customer satisfaction rating of 9/10 based on 35k+ reviews. - Fixed price with no hidden costs after booking. - Modern cars only. - Certified professional drivers. - Meet&Greet Service: We welcome you at the airport arrivals hall holding a board with your name. - 24/7 Customer Support (English, German, Spanish, French, Dutch and Portuguese). - Your flight is delayed? We wait for you up to 90min with no extra charge!
Inclusions: Free waiting time: 90 minutes, Meet & Greet, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation
Exclusions: Child seats on request, Pets on board on request, Large luggage (such as golf bags or skis) on request
Reviewed By Scenic777552
Taxi drivers very rude and over charging for the fare, also give you the wrong information, as first impression at the airport you just want to return and go back, my advise always ask the hotels to arrange transportation, it might be more expensive but much safer than taxi.
4. Beginner Day Hike from Manila Mt. Batulao (811 MASL) with transfers**
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
This 811-meter-above-sea-level mountain with 4/9 difficulty is very accessible from Metro Manila. It is, indeed, a great destination for those seeking for a quick adventure fix. Mt Batulao features well-established trails, majestic rolling hills, remarkable views, and picture-perfect landscapes. Mt. Batulao is perfect for newbies. The first part of the trek is super easy. The trek after camp 7 to and from the summit down to camp 8 however is something newbies would find a bit of a challenge but it’s the kind we all can learn from and will prepare us to more challenging climbs. *** Free pick up/drop off from your hotel in Makati, Taguig, Ermita (Manila), Malate(Manila), Muntinlupa and Pasay. additional charges will incur outside these areas
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Lunch
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Reviewed By tommywhitenether
It was one of the best hiking I ever had in the philippines with my friends so far. Sagada is really a beautiful place to go, plus the view is so relaxing and our tour guide is very accommodating!
5. Manileño For A Day
Overall Ratings
4.4 based on 5 reviews
This is Manila. It’s a city filled with history from different influences: Spanish, Chinese, and of course, Filipino. Experience Manila like a local and explore the inner streets to get a first-hand glimpse of the everyday life of Filipinos. The Manileño Tour will take you around Manila in the best way we know how: via commute. A visit to Manila is not complete without riding a jeepney and a kalesa (Filipino horse carriage). Tour around the Spanish walls of Intramuros, busy markets of Divisoria, cultural streets of Chinatown, and momentous grounds of Rizal Park.
Inclusions: Lunch
Exclusions: Use of bicycle, Soda/Pop, Coffee and/or Tea, Snacks, Alcoholic Beverages
6. Baguio City Tour
Overall Ratings
4.3 based on 3 reviews
Baguio City is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Philippines. See Baguio’s Famous tourist spot when you visit Baguio. Baguio is famous for its cool climate, stunning views, affordable food, and rich culture and heritage. PLACES TO VISIT: • The Mansion • Mines View Park • Ibay’s Silver Craft • Camp John • Hay Historical Core • Baguio Museum & Burnham Park
Inclusions: DOT Accredited Tour Guide, Entrance Fees, Air Conditioned, Transportation
Exclusions: Gratuity (at your own discretion), anything not mentioned in the inclusions
Reviewed By kimaxel
My friends and I went to Boracay way back May 2019 to celebrate my birthday. Was looking for an adventure that we can enjoy. Then I came across this diving at Ariel's point for whole day. I didn't regret doing this as activity as we really had a good time. We went to the meeting point in the morning, went on a boat ride for half an hour. On-board we had unlimited drinks of soda, liquor and beers which is really cool! when we arrived at the area we were given instructions by the staff. You can dive from 5m, 10m or 15m. And if you get tired from jumping or don't feel doing it you may, paddle boarding and kayaking. The location also was secluded and very clean!
7. Skip the Line: Villa Escudero Plantation & Resort Day Pass Ticket
Overall Ratings
4.3 based on 7 reviews
Get a day tour experience to a glamour of Philippine country life at Villa Escudero Plantations and Resort.
Inclusions: Welcome Drinks, Carabao Cart Rides, Use of outdoor recreational facilities, Lunch at the waterfalls
Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions
Reviewed By Melissa M
This was a great tour, very informative and the tour guide was excellent. Yes, it felt a little rushed, however I do expect that on these short tours which are more of a taster. I do wish we had more time at Fort Santiago to explore 'solo'. There was just so much to see and I would have loved the opportunity to wander on my own for a little bit. The reason this review is 3 stars is that on our tour we did not visit San Agustin Church. I understand the traffic was shocking on a Saturday afternoon, however, I was sitting in the van fully expecting to go there, when the next minute I am back at my hotel with no warning or checking if it was okay to skip this part. I was bitterly disappointed as this was my only free day in Manila and there was no opportunity for me to visit on my own. Would suggest you market this tour as 4-5 hours to allow for the traffic situation and to avoid disappointment. Nevertheless, what I did see was excellent & I found it very informative.
8. Private Arrival Airport Transfer in Manila Bay and Makati Area
Overall Ratings
4.2 based on 17 reviews
Enjoy your private one-way arrival transfer within Manila Bay and Makati area from all terminals in NAIA Airport
Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, One-way private transfer
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By E6224EFmichaelh
Our trip was a shared one , we knew this and pick up was on time, Guide gave short introduction at each stop then group had a set time before we moved on. Lunch was initially to be very early 11.30 am but we alll agreed to make the river cruise and lunch last stop after chocolate hills. Viewpoint needs 200 plus steps so not for the lesss mobile. Pity that quad bikes below disturb peace of site. Excellent buffet lunch and river trip with music and bankside cultural show. Good value and varied if you can spare a day off the beach.
9. Zoobic Safari Entry with Lunch Option
Overall Ratings
3.3 based on 8 reviews
Experience the First and Only Tiger Safari Philippines in a 25 hectare forest located in Subic Bay Freeport Zone. See different animal species in their natural habitat specially the big cat family. Ride the most exciting Tiger Safari Ride as you enter the tiger World.
Inclusions: Lunch (if lunch option is booked), Local taxes
Exclusions: Transportation to and from park, Food and drinks (unless otherwise noted), Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Fees for any extra activities/attractions within the park
Reviewed By 586mindyh
Our visit left me feeling SO heartbroken for the animals at Zoobic. Many of them looked unhealthy, neglected, and malnourished. The day was scorching hot, but some animals didn't even have water in their enclosures. The enclosures were muddy, sometimes in disrepair, and often lacking shade. I was deeply saddened to see the big cats penned up in such cramped cement spaces. The cats were pacing around in circles, obviously agitated and stressed. Also, there were three baby cubs! Yes, they are cute, but if Zoobic is having a difficult time caring for the animals they already have, they need to be responsible and not allow for more to be born. I understand that there's a limited crew of employees because of the pandemic, and to their credit, all of the employees we met were friendly and helpful. However, the focus of the management should be totally on the care and restoration of these animals and their living conditions. I don't want to tell people not to visit because I want Zoobic to have the finances to care for their animals, but I also can't recommend such a sad experience. My family and I cannot stomach another visit unless some major changes happen in the future.
10. National Museum of Fine Arts | Manila Museum Tours
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 1 reviews
A curated tour of the National Museum of the Philippines. If you want to know the culture and history of the Philippines told through the works of our greatest visual artists, this tour might be your interest.
Inclusions: Bottled water, Food tasting, Snacks, Local guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By small_explorers
We had a short stay in Manila, and I wanted to learn something about the history of the city. The Don't Skip Manila walking tour was great - a lot of history compressed into a short and entertaining tour. Our children enjoyed walking around the old fort, the carriage ride and ice cream. Andrei was an engaging and interesting guide. Definitely recommended.
