Inclusions:
- Roundtrip Private Transfers by airconditioned Van
- All applicable entrance fees
- Food Tasting Allowance
- Services of an English-Speaking DOT Accredited Tour Guide
Note: Lunch is optional and will be on personal account.
Itinerary
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.
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”. Visit the following historical sites: Fort Santiago, Manila Cathedral, Casa Manila and San Agustin Church. From there we proceed to the oldest Chinatown tour called “Binondo”.
In Binondo, we will take you on a historical, cultural and gastronomical adventure. It is the center of commerce and trade of Manila where all types of business run by Filipino-Chinese thrive. Discover its attractions and have a taste of an authentic dim sum and Chinese cuisine.
08:00 AM: Start of Tour - Travel from Makati to American Cemetery
09:00 AM: Proceed to Intramuros via scenic Roxas Boulevard
10:00 AM: Short stop at Rizal Park
10:20 AM: Proceed to Intramuros for a walking tour of Fort Santiago, Plaza San Luis, Facades of San Agustin Church, Casa Manila, Manila Cathedra and Plaza Roma.
12:00 PM: Proceed to Chinatown for a walking tour of Binondo.
Explore famous restaurants and food stalls. Keep walking and proceed to Eng Bee Tin for Xiao Long Bao and Ube Moon cake. Stroll through Ongpin Street and stop for veggie screws, fried Siopao and Kikiam.
14:30 PM: Travel back to your hotel
15:30 PM: End of tour
NOTE: Itinerary/routes may vary depending on your preference. Here are other restaurants and food stalls that you may also want check and try during the tour.
Ø Great Buddha Café, To Ho Panciteria Antigua, Cafe Mezzanine, New Pong Heng Lumpia House, Salazar Bakery, Wai Ying Fast Food and Chinese Ho-Land Hopia Bakery.
