Multi cultural tour

Manila Old & New City Tour from Manila Tour Summary (4 Hr Tour)

 

Revisit Philippine history as you join us on this fully guided tour of Manila’s past and present! This sightseeing tour of Manila starts right in the heart of   the country’s financial center, Makati City. Landmarks include Nielson’s Tower along Ayala Boulevard, the country’s first airport built in 1937, currently converted into an upscale restaurant, Forbes Park Village, an exclusive residential enclave fittingly dubbed as “Millionaire’s Row” and the American Cemetery and Memorial. The cemetery site or the resting place of our soldiers who lost their lives during WWII covers 152 acres.

 

Continue to the Old City of Manila as we drive via the scenic Roxas Boulevard, one of the best locations to see the beautiful Manila Bay sunset.This tour passes through Luneta Park (also called Rizal Park), one of the most significant tourist spots located in the heart of Manila the capital City of the Philippines. A monument enshrining the remains of the country’s national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal is the park's symbolic focal point.

 

The next place to visit is Intramuros, known as the “Walled City”. Inside the city fortress are ancient walls, church ruins and other relics of the Spanish Conquistadors era. Travel through the cobblestone streets to San Agustin Church, a Roman Catholic Church located inside the historic Walled City of Intramuros in Manila. In 1993, San Agustin Church was one of four Philippine churches constructed during the Spanish colonial period to be designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. End at Fort Santiago, one of the oldest Hispanic stone fortresses in the Philippines.

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Villa Escudero Plantations & Resort Tour – Departs from Manila (8 - 9 Hr Tour)

 

Welcome to Villa Escudero. About two hours away from Metro Manila, this convenient, refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of city life is your chance to recharge your batteries. Guests will tour the plantation on board a carabao drawn cart while being serenaded by a native band.

 

A whole day tour to this popular tourist destination will offer youa glimpse of history, custom, cultural heritage and a taste of delectable Philippine cuisine.

 

It features a museum which houses the Escudero family’s vast collection of historic, religious and cultural artifacts, some dating back to pre-Hispanic times.

 

The highlight of the day is a sumptuous lunch, kamayan style (eating with your hands), served at the Labasin Waterfalls Restaurant. Bathe your feet in cool rushing water from a nearby lagoon. Immerse yourself in fun filled outdoor recreational activities such as bamboo rafting and ofcourse a swim in Villa Escudero’s spring-fed pools to complete this memorable visit. In addition, enjoy the entertaining Philippine Experience Show which showcases the country’s rich culture through native dances from all over the Philippines.

 

Be ready to experience Philippine country life as you go on this escorted tour of Villa Escudero!