Three islands make one memorable day. This Coron escapade links Malcapuya Island, Banana Island, and Bulog Dos, giving you white sand, snorkeling, clear water, and a buffet lunch for $46 per person. I like the mix of beach time and sea life, and I like that van transfers, boat transport, permits, a guide, and a … Read more
Come hungry, leave with a fuller sense of Manila. Binondo’s best food is often found along narrow streets, small restaurants, and modest bakeries rather than in polished dining rooms. I like that this three-hour walking tour gives you a clear route through the world’s oldest Chinatown, and I like that the food is paired with … Read more
Rice terraces reward every hard step. This four-day hike from Manila combines the Banaue rice terraces, mountain trails, waterfalls, and overnight stays in Ifugao villages. I like the small maximum of seven people, which keeps the group manageable, and I like that the tour includes the long-distance transport from Manila rather than leaving you to … Read more
Small monkeys, cold falls, and a family lunch await. This private Bohol day trip takes you well beyond Panglao’s beach strip, with a local market, the Tarsier Sanctuary, the Man-Made Forest, Chocolate Hills, and a jungle waterfall. I especially like the chance to see ordinary market life and the personal meal served beside a rice … Read more
Ancient walls tell Manila’s hardest stories. This 2.5 to 3-hour Intramuros walking tour links Fort Santiago, Manila Cathedral, San Agustin Church, and Casa Manila with clear historical storytelling and a short ride on a three-wheeled Lamborghini bike. I like the small-group format, limited to 10 people, and the way guides such as Mari connect major … Read more
Batad makes you earn the view. This six-hour private hike brings you into the Banaue rice terraces with a local guide whose family lives among the terraces. I like the personal connection to Batad and the chance to meet farmers, taste local rice wine, and see rice milled by hand. The main drawback is simple: … Read more
Boracay looks different from the sky. This short helicopter ride gives you a fresh view of the island’s famous white beaches, green hills, reefs, and clear water, with three flight lengths to fit your schedule. I like the private group format for up to two people and the chance to see places such as Tambisaan … Read more
Manila’s old walls tell the city’s biggest stories. This private four-hour tour brings you through Intramuros, from Fort Santiago to Casa Manila, with hotel pickup and a driver included. I like the door-to-door transport, which saves you from dealing with Manila’s difficult traffic, and I like the chance to see several major sights in one … Read more
Manila opens up in its back streets. This two-hour tour takes you by jeepney, through an open wet market, into old residential areas, and along side streets far from the city’s polished face. I like the direct look at daily life, and I like the small maximum of 10 people, which gives the English-speaking guide … Read more
Slow roads, big views, and a famous rock. The Boracay Newcoast ATV tour offers an easygoing way to see a quieter side of the island, with stops at Keyhole Rock, a private beach, and a scenic View Deck. I like the friendly English-speaking guides, and I like that the tour includes helmets, a safety briefing, … Read more
