The 10 Best Day Trips from in Manila, Luzon

Explore Old Manila on this private half-day tour! After pickup from your Metro Manila/Makati hotel, you and your party will visit famous highlights such as Rizal Park, St. Agustin Church, among others. This tour is perfect to see the old city's highlights while freeing up your afternoon for other activities.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Private tour

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, Personal Expenses/Souvenirs

A day trip like no other. Hidden Valley Springs Resort in Laguna is a tropical rainforest paradise. This resort offers six natural pools can be enjoyed including two shallow kiddie pools and one natural Jacuzzi. Aside from swimming, another activity is hiking/strolling in the surrounding rainforest. Be one with nature and savour its peace and serenity: Follow the path to scattered springs and the “hidden waterfall” through wooden bridgeways and stoned pathways. After a daytrip here surely you will feel younger!!!!

Inclusions: Lunch, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Tip

Spend the day at Villa Escudero Resort, and a historic plantation tucked away amid breathtaking natural surroundings. Ride a buffalo cart to the human-made Labasin Falls for lunch, set at bamboo tables at the foot of the waterfall while the water laps your feet. Enjoy a post-meal rinse and visit an on-site family museum of artifacts and antique collections. Travel round-trip by air-conditioned vehicle *** This area is for self-exploration. *** Free pick up/drop off from your hotel in Makati, Taguig, Ermita (Manila), Malate(Manila), Las Pinas, Muntinlupa, and Pasay. additional charges will incur outside these areas

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Lunch

Exclusions: Tip

Start your Mt Pinatubo tour in the predawn hours for an early start on this full-day action-packed adventure. Combine a 4WD off-road experience with a hike to Pinatubo Crater where you’re treated to supreme views of the emerald-colored lake. You’ll drive your 4x4 over terrain made of lahar—the mudflow remains of Mt Pinatubo’s 1991 eruption—then follow the same routes back to base camp. You’re rewarded with a Filipino-style lunch (and a shower) before hotel drop-off in Manila. Full-day Mt Pinatubo adventure from Manila Drive a 4x4 vehicle off road into a volcanic landscape Hike with an experienced guide past valley streams to Mt Pinatubo Crater Take in the breathtaking sights above the colorful crater lake Relax with a Filipino-style lunch. Round-trip hotel transport included

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Lunch

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Islands and snorkels is a tour that will blow your imagination away. you don't need to go to Palawan or Boracay to experience one of the best nature escapes you can find near manila. Mabini, Batangas is the staging point of this tour and it is only located 2 hours away from manila. We will be visiting Tingloy Island, we will also be visiting a couple of snorkeling spots located in the vicinity of these islands. These islands offer the best tropical paradise you can ever experience which is close to manila. *** free pick up/drop off from your hotel in Makati, Taguig, Ermita (Manila), Malate(Manila),, Muntinlupa and Pasay. additional charges will incur outside these areas

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Lunch, Use of Snorkelling equipment

Exclusions: tips

This 811-meter-above-sea-level mountain with 4/9 difficulty is very accessible from Metro Manila. It is, indeed, a great destination for those seeking for a quick adventure fix. Mt Batulao features well-established trails, majestic rolling hills, remarkable views, and picture-perfect landscapes. Mt. Batulao is perfect for newbies. The first part of the trek is super easy. The trek after camp 7 to and from the summit down to camp 8 however is something newbies would find a bit of a challenge but it’s the kind we all can learn from and will prepare us to more challenging climbs. *** Free pick up/drop off from your hotel in Makati, Taguig, Ermita (Manila), Malate(Manila), Muntinlupa and Pasay. additional charges will incur outside these areas

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Lunch

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Mt. Daraitan is the top destination for hikers this year because of the scenic location that can offer to every mountaineers! The mountain is 739 meters above sea level that can be seen from the jump off point. It is located in the eastern part of Tanay, Rizal and almost situated near the boundary of General Nakar, Quezon. This day hike will really activates your hype as an adventurer as it offers activities such us; viewing the sea of clouds and mountain peaks of Sierra Madre, Heart Peak Summit and the majestic water of Tinipak River! Specs: Minor climb, Difficulty 4/9, Trail class 1-3 *** Free pick up/drop off from your hotel in Makati, Taguig, Ermita (Manila), Malate(Manila), Muntinlupa and Pasay. additional charges will incur outside these areas

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History and Nature in one unique day trip. Come and join us as Yolo Travel Philippines takes you to places that make Manila Unique from every other city. We first take you to the birthplace of independence, Aguinaldo shrine. Then we head to Tagaytay to see the smallest volcano known to man. We will also be considering a jeepney ride to get to the palace in the sky ( The highest point in Tagaytay). Other stops will include Extreme fish feeding, fruit stands, Pasalubong (souvenir) Shopping. Our last stop will be the American cemetery *Note on Monday's aguinaldo shrine is closed and will be replaced by Sarao jeepney Factory * free pick up/drop off from your hotel in Makati, Taguig, Ermita (Manila), Malate(Manila), and Pasay. additional charges will incur outside these areas

Inclusions: Lunch, All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Make your way up to the highlands city of Tagaytay for some sightseeing view of the very famous Taal Volcano, which is located in Batangas, but can only be seen in full view here. Tour includes round-trip hotel transfer from Metro Manila/Makati hotels.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (hotels located in Manila, Makati area only), Private tour, Light snacks

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Souvenirs, Personal Expenses

Escape from the hustle and bustle of Manila for the day and head to Hidden Valley Springs Resort. As you explore this massive volcanic crater on foot with your guide, marvel at rare, lush flora and fauna and unwind with a dip in soothing natural hot springs. Top it off with a buffet lunch of traditional Filipino specialties.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Professional English speaking guide, 3 bottles of water per passenger, Welcome drink, buffet lunch and afternoon snack, Use of all resort facilities, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Optional activity costs, Tips or gratuities for the driver and guide