Philippines · TOURS
The 15 best tours & days out you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
El Nido Tour A in Bacuit Bay hits Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Seven Commandos Beach, and Big Lagoon kayaking, with lunch.
“Buddy is a great guide. The trip itself was wonderful with the big lagoon as the highlight”
One day of Coron island hopping with hotel transfers, snorkeling, swimming at 7 iconic stops, and a hearty buffet lunch for $46.
“Activity was super nice! Guides were great and food was yummy ^^ However since we have limited time, only 40 mins were assigned to each spot and you could not really have time to soak the beautiful views in. But we understand that with the number of spots that we had to visit there needs to be a time limit!”
Private Coron Island boat day with an English guide, snorkeling stops, and a beach or onboard lunch, plus a route timed to skip crowds.
“We did this tour and our experience was great. Our guide, Hazel, was not only friendly but also an expert at avoiding the crowds. She was very flexible and adjusted the stops to our preferences, and we never felt rushed or pressured regarding the time spent at each spot. In all the places we visited, we saw very few people, making the experience much more enjoyable. The food served onboard was fresh and delicious, so I highly recommend it. Just as a note: they are very transparent about prices, but we spent around 30 euros more per person on kayak and conservation fees.”
El Nido Tour C links Hidden and Secret Beaches, Helicopter Island, and Matinloc Shrine, with snorkeling and lunch for about $29.
“Great tour! Definitely preferred tour A but glad we did this one as well. Guides were wonderful”
Boracay island-hopping by shared boat with snorkeling, buffet lunch, and sand-and-cove stops like Puka and Crocodile Island.
“Everything was good, we enjoyed the swimming today and all the pictures. We had so much fun and we had the best guide Mark (maraming salamat po sa lahat) I hope we see u again your friends from Germany Kezziah Sheen Geral & Nick”
Pedal a traditional bamboo bike through Intramuros, Manila. See Fort Santiago, Manila Cathedral, San Agustin Church, and more with expert guides.
“We were late due to our own fault, but the Bamboobike team still made it possible for us to join the tour. Our guide, JD, was very dedicated, and the tour was very well organized. We had some bad luck with the weather, but the team made the best of it. The places we visited were historically very interesting, and the history behind them was explained superbly. Definitely a great experience, thank you so much!”
Small-group Bohol day tour from Cebu with Chocolate Hills, tarsiers, heritage stops, and a Loboc River cruise lunch.
“the discovery of the tarsians was my interest number 1. I appreciated the cool and friendly lunch on the Loboc river.”
3-hour Manila tour linking Tondo Market, Binondo Chinatown, and Intramuros. Ride trikes and jeepneys, with photo stops and refreshments.
“Floyd, our excellent guide, gave us exactly what I wanted from this tour: history of the city and country, feeling for the many different facets of Manila, engaging stories & a chance to understand more about this beautiful culture. Salamat Floyd- great job!”
4-hour Manila tour of Makati, Intramuros, San Agustin Church, Fort Santiago, and the American Cemetery, with hotel pickup and guide.
“Enjoyable day, prompt pick up from The Peninsula Hotel and interesting tour around the American Cemetery and War Memorial. Then onto old Spanish Intramuros which was great. We saw a lot in a short period of time which was perfect for us and our limited time in Manila! We definitely recommend.”
Private Coron boat hire for up to 4, with market shopping, a guided island-hopping route, snorkeling, and a cooked-on-board picnic for 8 hours.
“Definitely 10 out of 5 stars! I don’t think I’ve ever experienced such incredible hospitality. The highlight of the trip was the personalized lunch—the team cooks a meal based on whatever you buy from the market that morning, just before the trip begins. You can also spend as much time as you like at each stop, which made the experience feel truly relaxed and personal. The guide and his wife were absolutely amazing. We left a tip of 1000 pesos for them, but they certainly deserved even more. I would highly recommend this experience to everyone!”
3-hour Manila street food intro with a small group, tricycle rides, 10+ tastings and a sweet finish, plus beer and juice, from $60.
“Beyond expectations, we really booked this without knowing much about the food we would experience, or the amazing hospitality that would be offered. Chloe was such a pleasure knowledgeable entertaining a most gracious host. There wRead more”
A half-day tour mixing Makati’s modern Manila with Intramuros and Fort Santiago, plus stops at Rizal Park and the American WWII Cemetery.
“Highly informative with only six of us in the van. Felt very much more personal than excursion offered by the cruise line and at half the price.Highly recommended”
Manila to Tagaytay full-day small-group tour with hotel pickup, jeepney views at People’s Park, Intramuros sights, and included tickets.
“It is not horrible, it could just be quite a bit better. In spite of having two guides in addition to the driver, there was very little actual guiding performed, which was too bad. There was ample opportunity to tell about the Philippines, the people, Read more”
Cebu in one day: sunrise whale shark snorkel in Oslob, then adrenaline canyoneering to Kawasan Falls with guides, safety gear, lunch.
“Had an absolute blast! Both were awesome!! Had great guides for both activities. Driver was great as well! Both are highly recommended bad must dos!!”
El Nido Tour D hits secret-feeling beaches and lagoons with swimming, snorkeling, and kayaking, plus Cadlao and Small Lagoon. 7 hours.
“My wife and I recently took Tour D in El Nido, and it was absolutely incredible! From start to finish, the experience was fantastic. Our tour guides were not only amazing but also incredibly informative, sharing fascinating facts about each location we visited. They were so friendly and made the day feel fun and relaxed. The scenery on this tour is breathtaking—every stop was more beautiful than the last. We explored hidden lagoons, stunning beaches, and unique rock formations. It's a must-do if you're in the area. We can't recommend it enough! A huge thanks to the entire team for a truly unforgettable day. We'll definitely be back for another…”
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