Things to do in Philippines
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Intramuros bike tour on bamboo bicycles: 8–10 historical sites★ 4.84 (566) · 3h
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Manila Street Food Tour: Tricycle Ride & Local Eats Crawl★ 4.95 (508) · 3h
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Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Cebu: Jump & slide 3-4 hours★ 4.94 (458) · 3h
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Manila: Intramuros & Fort Santiago Day Tour with Pickup★ 4.52 (419) · 4hUS$ 70View ›
Manila to Tagaytay Full-Day Tour: Volcano Views & Intramuros★ 4.76 (384) · 8h–10hUS$ 105View ›
Boracay Sunset Cruise: Party Yacht, DJ & Unlimited Food★ 4.99 (271) · 4hUS$ 70View ›
Cebu: Whale Shark & Sumilon Sandbar & Pescador Island Day Trip★ 4.74 (245) · 16hUS$ 164View ›
Tagaytay: Half-Day Jeepney Tour, Taal Volcano & Local Food★ 4.61 (236) · 4h–5hUS$ 85View ›
Private Cebu & Lapu-Lapu City Tour: Historic Sites & Uphill Views★ 4.42 (199) · 9hUS$ 75View ›
Bohol Countryside Day Trip from Cebu: Chocolate Hills & Loboc River Lunch★ 4.46 (183) · 14hUS$ 139View ›Top rated (10)
Chocolate Hills Bohol: 8-hour tour with tarsiers & waterfallsYou get picked up at 8am from your hotel or the Tagbilaran port and spend the day moving between four stops: the Tarsier Sanctuary for close-up wildlife, the Bilar Forest drive, the Chocolate Hills viewpoint, and a swim at Pangas Falls. Lunch at a local restaurant and all entry fees are included, and the small-group format means the pace stays unhurried. The van is air-conditioned and the guide knows the island beyond the main routes.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Bohol's main natural attractions in one day without arranging transport, entry tickets, or figuring out which stops are worth the detour—the small-group format and local guide handle all three, which is what keeps the pace relaxed instead of rushed.
Boracay: Scuba Diving Lesson & Reef Dives with PADI InstructorYou’ll suit up right on Boracay’s White Beach and learn scuba basics from a patient PADI instructor before slipping beneath the surface for two guided dives — first in shallow water and then out by boat on a real reef. Expect small surprises: the hush underwater, bright flashes of fish, maybe even your own nerves giving way to quiet excitement.
Manila: Binondo Chinatown Food Tour & Dim Sum TastingYou walk through Binondo's side streets and alleyways with a local guide, stopping at six different spots to taste lumpia, handmade dumplings, mami noodle soup, classic dim sum, and hopia pastries. Drinks are included throughout. The tour takes you past the Binondo Church and down Carvajal Street, hitting both famous spots and the kind of places locals actually eat. You finish knowing why this neighborhood has been feeding Manila for centuries.Is it for me?This tour works if you want to eat your way through Binondo without figuring out which vendors are worth stopping at or what to order — the guide handles the navigation and the ordering, so you just show up hungry and taste six different things that matter to the neighborhood.
Bohol: Chocolate Hills, Tarsier & Loboc River Lunch TourYou’ll ride through Bohol’s lush countryside with a local guide who knows every shortcut—and story—along the way. Expect to stand awestruck at Chocolate Hills, spot tiny tarsiers blinking from their branches, eat riverside while local music drifts past your table, and choose your own pace at historic stops like Baclayon Church or Blood Compact Monument. It’s not rushed—you’ll actually feel Bohol.
Caticlan Airport to Boracay Round Trip: 10-minute ferry includedYou’ll step off your flight at Caticlan and be met by a friendly local who handles everything—from water bottles to boat tickets—so you don’t have to worry about logistics or surprise fees. Enjoy a short drive, a classic bangka boat ride across Tablas Strait, then an e-trike or van straight to your Boracay hotel lobby. It’s smooth, simple, and lets you sink into island mode right away.
Taal Volcano Day Trip: Boat Ride & Tagaytay Countryside ViewsYou’ll cross Taal Lake by local bangka boat with your guide, feel volcanic heat under your feet, taste fruits from Tagaytay’s markets, and see how eruptions have shaped both land and lives here. Expect shifting views, honest stories from locals, and moments that stick with you long after you leave.
El Nido Island Hopping Catamaran Tour: Big Lagoon & BeachesA group island-hopping tour by catamaran from El Nido that visits Big Lagoon, Star Beach (a private beach exclusive to El Nido Yachting Club guests), Hidden Beach and Seven Commandos Beach over seven hours. The boat departs from El Nido Town Office on Sundays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9:00 AM, with a minimum of six guests required. The tour includes a personalized guide in English, lunch, towels, life jackets and access to the operator's private beach; kayak rental is available as an optional add-on at checkout.Is it for me?Book this if you're staying in El Nido town and want a shared-boat experience on fixed days (Sundays, Wednesdays, Fridays); choose the weekday schedule instead if those days don't work for your itinerary.
Oslob Whale Shark & Moalboal Sardine Run: Licensed guide & GoProYou're picked up early from your Cebu hotel and driven to Oslob to snorkel with whale sharks, then continue to Moalboal to swim through a sardine school and see sea turtles. The tour includes all entry fees, equipment, insurance, and a certified guide, returning you to your hotel by evening. It's a long day — around 12 hours total — but you cover two of Cebu's best snorkeling spots without arranging transport or tickets yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see both whale sharks and a sardine school in one day without arranging separate transport, entry fees, or guides — the early start and long drive are what make two premium snorkeling spots reachable in a single tour.
Puerto Princesa Underground River, Zipline & Mangrove TourThis 3-in-1 tour combines a guided boat ride through Puerto Princesa's UNESCO-listed underground river, an 800-meter zipline flight over the sea, and a mangrove forest walk, with hotel pickup, lunch and an English or Filipino-speaking guide. The entire day runs 8 to 10 hours and includes entrance fees, safety gear and an air-conditioned vehicle.Is it for me?If you're staying at a hotel in Puerto Princesa without a rental car, the included pickup and drop-off means you don't arrange separate transport between three different sites — the underground river entrance is in Sabang, the zipline is nearby, and the mangrove forest is part of the same route, so everything connects without you managing the logistics or timing between stops.
Whale Shark Encounter & Sumilon Sandbar: 4 Cebu sites in one dayA full-day guided tour from Cebu visiting whale sharks in Oslob, Tumalog falls, Sumilon Island sandbar and Kawasan falls, with private transportation, an English-speaking guide, light breakfast and lunch included. The itinerary packs four major attractions into a single day, with hotel pickup and drop-off from anywhere in Cebu or Mactan. Tumalog and Sumilon close on the third Wednesday of each month for maintenance; Tumalog also closes on the second Wednesday.Is it for me?This is a shared-guide tour with fixed stops and timing, so the day unfolds the same way for everyone on the van. It suits travelers who want to see four major South Cebu attractions without renting a car or planning the route themselves—the guide handles the logistics and the sequence, so you move through the day without deciding what comes next.
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Boracay Snorkeling: Sunset Cruise with Paddle BoardsA 2-hour sunset cruise along Boracay's White Beach includes snorkeling masks, stand-up paddleboards and water tubes; the boat stops at a popular snorkeling site where you choose to snorkel, paddle board, kayak or relax in the water, and wraps up with views of the Boracay sunset. A live English or Filipino-speaking guide assists throughout and helps with photos. The cruise departs from Station 1 (or the back beach during Habagat season) and suits all fitness levels.Is it for me?Book this if you want to try multiple water activities in one afternoon without committing to just snorkeling—the stop gives you the choice to paddle board, float, snorkel or mix them all together, and the sunset timing means the day ends on the water rather than back on the beach.
Cebu Airport to Hotel: Private Car Transfer & Flight TrackingYou're met at arrivals with a sign bearing your name; the driver has tracked your flight and is already waiting in an air-conditioned car. The route is planned to avoid traffic, the price is fixed, and you can request stops or changes via WhatsApp. Fuel, parking and 24/7 support are included, so you arrive at your Cebu hotel without arranging anything yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving in Cebu with luggage and want to skip the taxi queue and fare negotiation — the driver is already tracking your flight and waiting at arrivals, which is what turns a stressful arrival into a straightforward ride to your hotel.
Caticlan to Boracay: Airport Transfer with Guide & All FeesYou’ll land in Caticlan and be met by a local guide who handles every detail—tickets, fees, even cold water—before guiding you across to Boracay by boat. After a breezy ride over Tablas Strait, you’ll hop into an E-trike or van straight to your resort lobby. It’s smooth, friendly, and lets you actually enjoy arriving.
Bamboo Bike Tour Intramuros: 6–8 Historical Sites in 1.5 HoursA 1.5-hour guided bamboo bike tour through Intramuros, Manila's historic walled city, stopping at 6–8 major sites including Casa Manila, the Japanese Cannon, colonial gates and the Manila Cathedral. Groups stay small (5–15 riders), and you choose your bike design before you ride. A local English-speaking guide leads the route; helmets, sunscreen and rain ponchos are provided.Is it for me?The 1.5-hour ride is steady and conversational, not a fitness test—you'll move between stops at a pace that lets you listen and ask questions. Pick this one if you want Manila's colonial history without a walking tour, and you're comfortable on a bike for 90 minutes in tropical heat.
NAIA to Metro Manila: Private Airport Transfer & AC VehicleYou get picked up at your NAIA terminal in a private air-conditioned car and driven straight to your Metro Manila destination without sharing the ride or waiting in a queue. The driver knows the traffic patterns and the price is fixed before you land, so the transfer becomes the one part of arrival day that doesn't require thinking. Operating hours are set, so check availability for your flight time when you book.Is it for me?Book this if you want to skip the taxi queue and ride-share surge pricing after landing — the fixed price and private car mean you know exactly what you're paying and you're not sharing the ride with other passengers heading different ways across the city.
Manila Intramuros Walking Tour: Fort Santiago, Rizal Park & Casa ManilaYou’ll walk through centuries in Manila’s Intramuros alongside a local guide who brings history to life at Fort Santiago, Rizal Park, San Agustin Church, and Casa Manila. Expect cool church interiors, stories that linger long after you leave, snacks to keep you going, and a few moments where time seems to slow down around these old stones.
Cebu City Tour: Historic Sites & Cultural LandmarksA guided tour of Cebu City's historic and religious landmarks, departing from your hotel with private transport and a live English-speaking guide. The itinerary covers Magellan's Cross (planted by explorers in 1521), the Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House (built between 1675 and 1700), the Heritage of Cebu Monument (a sculptural tableau of the city's key events), the Philippine Taoist Temple (constructed in 1972 by Cebu's Chinese community), and the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño (the oldest Roman Catholic church in the country). Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; you can book a shared tour, add lunch with your guide, or choose a Department of Tourism guide instead.Is it for me?Book the shared tour if you're flexible on timing and want to meet other travelers; choose the lunch option if you'd like to eat with your guide and have more time at one stop; pick the Department of Tourism guide option if you prefer official heritage expertise and want to support local tourism infrastructure.
Bohol Day Trip from Cebu: Chocolate Hills, Tarsiers & CruiseA shared guided day trip from Cebu to Bohol takes you through the UNESCO-recognized Bohol Global Geopark, visiting the Chocolate Hills, Philippine Tarsier Sanctuary, Baclayon Church, Blood Compact Monument, and a scenic Loboc River cruise with lunch buffet. Your English-speaking driver guides the route and handles transport from your Cebu hotel or ferry terminal; the tour runs 6 to 8 hours depending on which add-ons you choose. Loboc River cruise and lunch are available as optional add-ons on select options.Is it for me?Choose this shared tour if you want a driver-guide handling all logistics and pacing for you; pick the Loboc River variant if a midday river lunch with live music fits your schedule, or skip it to eat elsewhere.
Coron Island Hopping: Kayangan, Twin Lagoon & Shipwreck LunchYou’ll swim in clear lakes surrounded by limestone cliffs, snorkel above a WWII shipwreck teeming with life, float quietly through hidden lagoons, and share a Filipino buffet lunch on white sand with new friends. Expect little surprises along the way—both from nature and your fellow travelers.
Makati Cocktail Bar Crawl: Hidden Bars & Local DrinksYou visit five different bars across downtown Makati and Poblacion, each with free entry and a drink special included. A local host leads the route, handles timing, and makes introductions. You taste signature cocktails, meet other travelers, and see how the nightlife actually works in the city—no planning, no cover charges, no wondering which bar to try next.Is it for me?Book this if you want a proper night out in Makati without planning five separate reservations or figuring out which bars are worth the walk—the host and the included entries take that off your hands, and the fixed route means you're tasting the actual nightlife scene instead of the tourist version.
