Philippines · GUIDED
The 15 best guided tours to book right now, each with its price, how long it runs and who it actually suits.
Explore Coron by private boat, choose your stops, shop for lunch at the market, snorkel clear reefs, and avoid the biggest crowds.
“Awesome tour with great flexibility to maximise ability to avoid the crowds. Norie and her husband were so lovely too!”
Review the Puerto Princesa Underground River day trip, with boat rides, cave sights, audio guide, costs, waits, and practical tips.
“The whole event was well organised, with enough time for additional activities. The bus picked us up on time and the tour guide(s) were polite and helpful.”
Ride a handmade bamboo bike through Intramuros, hear Manila’s wartime stories, and watch sunset from Bayleaf Hotel Skydeck.
“Interesting, good group size. we only had a layover and it was the perfect activity.”
Review of Boracay Newcoast’s 80-minute electric ATV tour, with Keyhole Rock, private beach views, safety tips, pricing, and who should book.
“Our guide was lovely and a great photographer. The adventure was fun with some beautiful scenery.”
Review of Batad’s six-hour rice terrace hike, with local guides, rice wine tasting, milling, costs, fitness tips, and itinerary advice.
“Miller was an amazing tour guide for our three day trek. He was so flexible to our needs - changing routes and our daily schedule based on how we felt each day. He always made sure we were safe, comfortable, and having fun. He knew so”
Explore Manila’s Divisoria markets by tuk tuk, jeepney, and on foot, with street food, local life, and an English-speaking guide.
“I think we got lucky. Our tour was the 1st of January and to compensate for the lack of market life due to holidays, we had a detailed tour of Intramuos added on. It was amazing and the guides were knowledgeable and skilled. A good pick to see real life in Manilla for the working poor.”
Review of Coron’s 8-hour island-hopping tour, with Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, snorkeling, lunch, Barracuda Lake, price, and practical tips.
“Over priced rip off. Get my guide says starts at 8am but it was closer to 10am before we even set sail. Disgusting false advertising. Way more money than tours available in town. Price for the same tour everywhere is about 1000 peso cheaper. I asked many people who paid way less on my actual boat. This is a con. Get your ticket in Coron. Over crowded tour also. Starting at 8am would have beaten the crowds but everywhere was packed before we even set sail. It’s worth getting together some people and paying between you for a private tour. This is an over priced joke. I’ve traveled all over…”
Explore Manila’s Divisoria Night Market, taste Filipino street food, ride local transport, and visit Chinatown with an English-speaking guide.
“Venus was a fantastic guide and showed us the night market and different types of food to try. Thoroughly enjoyed the walk around the neighbourhoods, the ride on the tuc tuc and jeepney and seeing the friendly kids and locals. This tour a great way to see this part of the city. Highly recommend it.”
Review of Bohol’s 7-hour Chocolate Hills and tarsier tour, with van pickup, Loboc River lunch option, costs, timing, and practical tips.
“Lovely day out with Sam and the team. Sam explained the day clearly and took us a different route than the big tour groups so we avoided the masses. Really enjoyed seeing the countryside, learning about Bohol and the playlist. Boat trip was the highlight. Thanks Sam and team x”
A small-group Manila tour through markets, backstreets, local food, and jeepney rides, led by friendly guides who show you the city’s everyday side.
“Our guide Venus took us to areas we would not have discovered (or have sought out) on our own. Seeing how the locals live, work & play was very interesting & she made sure we had a chance to sample both local cuisine as well as modes of transport. Food was delish, transport a bit crazy but fun! Very worthwhile 2 hours-thanks Venus!”
See everyday Manila by jeepney, market, church, and side streets on a small-group tour with coffee, food, photos, and local insight.
“Our tour guide, Floyd, was exceptional—his deep knowledge and detailed explanations enriched every moment of the tour. He brought great personality to the experience, engaging us with fun mini karaoke sessions that created unforgettable memories. A truly five-star guide who made our trip extraordinary and filled with joy!”
Taste Binondo’s dumplings, mami, dimsum, lumpia, and hopia on a three-hour guided food walk through Manila’s Chinatown.
“The tourguide was very nice and knowledgeable. She did a great job :) My favorite food were the dumplings for sure!”
A private Manila walking tour with a local guide, flexible stops, hotel pickup, cultural insight, and practical city advice.
“Joem was a pleasure to spend the day with. He was enthusiastic and knowledgeable and really made my day in Manila memorable.”
See Cebu’s Taoist Temple, Sirao Flower Garden, Temple of Leah, and mountain views on a flexible five-hour guided tour.
“Excellent choice, highly recommended! The guidance from Bobby was perfect and smooth, really great guy with so much joy, and truly loves what he is doing in order to make the tour very pleasant!”
Explore Intramuros with a local guide, from Manila Cathedral and Fort Santiago to Casa Manila, in a compact history-filled walking tour.
“Amazing tour in the Intramuros area!! Mari was such a knowledgeable, funny host and we learned so much about Filipino history during our tour. Really enjoyed it and would highly recommend Mari!”
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