Philippines · HALF-DAY
15 reviewed
Short version — these 15 half-day tours are the ones worth your dates. Each entry carries its price, its length and the single detail that decides it, so you can pick without opening ten tabs.
See Tondo Market, Binondo Chinatown, and Intramuros in 3 hours. Tricycle, tuktuk, jeepney rides plus stops like Fort Santiago.
“We had a 9 hour layover in Manila and this was a fun way to fill in the time and see some Classic Manila. Highly recommend, to get an inside look into life in Manila and learn a bit of history.”
Half-day Tagaytay countryside tour from Manila with hotel pickup, Jeepney ride, fruit market tastings, and Taal Volcano views when weather allows.
“Experience was great and tour team was excellent. Beautiful scenery. Recommend highly for visitors who want to see the centers outside of the city”
Half-day Tagaytay tour from Manila for Taal Volcano views, fruit market tastings, and People’s Park in the Sky, with hotel pickup.
“Very good tour if you want to get out of the city, had great guides Adriene, hannah and perl who were very helpful and had lots of knowledge about manila and were super friendly.”
See Bohol’s Chocolate Hills, spot tiny tarsiers, then cruise the Loboc River for lunch with live entertainment on a private half-day tour.
“An enjoyable tour with a stand out being the Tarziers and the scenery along the Loboc river. However, don’t expect a premium tour, it’s rough around the edges. Overall worth the price and a must do when in Bohol.”
A fast, friendly half-day Puerto Princesa city tour with a local guide, hopia stop, weaving center, wildlife rescue, and optional full-body massage.
“Amazing tour guide- passionate about his work. Worked perfectly for us to see city while stoooed here on our cruise port. Much more reasonable than same trip on cruise ship!”
Half-day Puerto Princesa city tour with A/C transport, all major stops, entrance fees, and a friendly guide, plus light refreshments.
“First off our Guide Ernie was a true gem. Enjoyed his humour and kept us entertained as we enjoyed the sites of Puerto Princesa. A great day had by all!”
A half-day Cebu highlands escape to Sirao Garden, Temple of Leah, and Taoist Temple, with optional roasted pork lunch, private transport, and easy pickup.
“The tour was very nice. This allows you to see a lot of the rural part of Cebu. Our tour guide Ray was very friendly and helpful. He responded to our wishes. The lunch was also very good.”
A 4-hour private guided tour through Intramuros highlights like Fort Santiago, Manila Cathedral, UNESCO San Agustin, and Casa Manila.
“Are guide was very knowledgable and good sense of humour that made the tour fun. The only thing I don’t think it was worth how much they charge for the tour. Besides that everything was good”
A half-day Manila tour mixing Intramuros, Binondo Chinatown, and Divisoria market life with a small-group guide, for $75.
“You will go off the beaten path and enjoy a unique experience. Something you wouldn't experience on your own.”
A 4-hour Cebu City tour with AC pickup, key churches and forts, plus time for handicrafts. English guide, entrances included, $65.
“My tour guide Belle and driver Julius were great. We covered 6 places in the inner Cebu City total. It was really nice to have an AC transport between the places, which each took about 10-15min to get to. We were moving throughout the tour pretty quickly, so push your shoes on. Bring an umbrella / fan to create a little shade for yourself at some places.”
Premium twin-engine speedboat island hopping in El Nido, Palawan: lagoons, beaches, and limestone cliffs in 3 hours for $81.
“Absolutely fantastic! Mark and Mark our tour guides were professional, friendly and a pleasure to have! I would recommend for sure! Also the food was delicious!”
Half-day Cebu City tour with hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, and guided stops at Magellan's Cross, Santo Niño Basilica, Fort San Pedro.
“Peter was an excellent guide. His knowledge of the city's history and culture was very impressive. He acted professionally throughout the tour and made sure we had a great experience.”
Half-day Manila tour with hotel pickup, included entrances, and an English guide covering Intramuros, Rizal Park, Manila Bay, Fort Santiago, and WWII memorials.
“Understand better places in Manila and had opportunity to ask tour guides questions about the city and the Philippines.”
Half-day Intramuros heritage tour: Manila Cathedral, San Agustin, Baluarte de San Diego and Paco Park, with hotel pickup. English guide.
“I was pleased with the knowledge and attentiveness of the guides.”
Private half-day Old Manila with Intramuros, Rizal Park, Fort Santiago, San Agustin Church, and Binondo by calesa. Hotel pickup.
“Very knowledgeable tour guide (Raymond). Driver was great. Awesome your, would definitely recommend to all.”
