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Private Half-Day Makati (Old Manila) with Intramuros

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4 reviews

Location: Manila, Philippines
Duration: 4 to 5 hours
Product code: 24232P10


Overview
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Rizal Park, Roxas Blvd, Manila, Luzon 1000 PhilippinesManila’s city tour starts with a visit to Rizal Park, named in honor of the country’s national hero, Dr. Jose Rizal. Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Intramuros, Bonifacio Dr & Padre Burgos St, Manila, Luzon 1002 PhilippinesAfter a brief picture stop, proceed to the Walled City of Intramuros to visit the remnants of Spain’s conquistadores.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Fort Santiago, Intramuros, Manila, Luzon 1002 PhilippinesStop at Fort Santiago, an old Spanish fortress located at the mouth of Pasig River, where great moments in Philippine history occurred. Duration: 30 minutesStop At: San Agustin Church, Gen Luna & Real Sts Intramuros, Manila, Luzon 1002 PhilippinesTravel through the cobbled streets to San Agustin Church, the country’s oldest stone church, and view its wide collection of ecclesiastical icons, vestments and other religious articles. Cross the street to Casa Manila, a reproduction of a 19th century house equipped with oriental and European décor, as well as Philippine antique furniture. Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Binondo, Claro M. Recto Avenue and Avenida Rizal, Bounded by the river, Manila, Luzon PhilippinesThen board a horse drawn carriage called ‘calesa’ and trot off to Chinatown in Binondo, crossing the Pasig River, and onto an alley that leads you to Binondo Church another historical landmark built by the Spaniards in 1596. Alight at the church’s entrance for a brief stop, and walk towards Ongpin, a street visible by its Chinese-style arches at its entrance. This narrow street leads to a network of alleys and side streets crammed with small shops, Chinese drugstores, restaurants and residential houses. Binondo’s commercial activity ranges from banks to retail and wholesale shops selling a variety of items, from Chinese curios and delicacies to textiles, jewelries and construction materials. A leisurely walk brings you to numerous gold jewelry shops at the other end of Ongpin, whereupon sits an old Spanish fountain near the entrance to Sta. Cruz Church. Stop briefly at St. Cruz Church which was built in 1608 by the Jesuit priests, then move on to Escolta, located a few blocks away. Steeped in history, it was once used as a convoy route by the British Navy from 1762 to 1764, and the shopping center of the elite during the Spanish and American regimes. Today, what is left of what was once known as the “Queen of Streets’ are two notable pre-World War II buildings, the Regina Building and the Perez-Samanillo Building. The former is of neo-Classical architecture while the latter, is of Philippine art deco architecture that was designed by Andres Luna de San Pedro, son of Juan Luna, considered the country’s greatest painter and creator of the ‘Spolarium’. Spend some time exploring the area before returning to your hotel.Duration: 1 hour
Supplier Name
Blue Horizons Travel and Tours, Inc
Additional Information
Confirmation will be received at time of booking,Infants must sit on laps,Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults,Children must be accompanied by an adult,Not wheelchair accessible,Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level,This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund,This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Inclusions:
All taxes, fees and handling charges,Professional guide,Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only),Private tour,Entry/Admission - Intramuros,Entry/Admission - Fort Santiago,Entry/Admission - San Agustin Church
Exclusions:
Gratuities,Food and drinks,Personal Expenses/Souvenirs
Traveler Reviews

We had an amazing tour of Old Manila with Jonas! From start to finish this tour was fantastic. He picked us up promptly with a sign from the port exit. We had a sweet driver, a nice clean van and the best tour guide. Jonas was very educated and explained with great detail the history of Manila to us. We visited many interesting locations and as everyone was walking around in a big ship tour group we had an absolutely brilliant tour just for the two of us. I highly recommend booking this private tour. It was well worth the money. Thank you very much Jonas for your thoughtfulness and wonderful professionalism. We had a great day in Manila!

Very knowledgeable tour guide (Raymond). Driver was great. Awesome your, would definitely recommend to all.

Very knowledgeable tour guide (Raymond). Driver was great. Awesome your, would definitely recommend to all.

very good

Our guide was wonderful and informative. The trip was well planned to make the most of the sites without spending too much time in traffic.

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