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15 Guided Tours in the Philippines Worth Booking

48 tours  ·  from $18

Good guided tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.

Coron: Private Boat Hire with Guided Tour and Lunch on Beach - Starting at Lualhati Park at 7:30 AM
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Coron: Private Boat Hire with Guided Tour and Lunch on Beach

1.Private Boat Hire with Guided Tour and Lunch on Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 658 reviews · 8 hours Our pick

Take an eight-hour private boat tour from Lualhati Park and shape the day around your interests. Your guide may be AJ, Norie, Hector, Hazel, Edison, or another member of the Marugen team. Choose from Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, Barracuda Lake, beaches, caves, and coral gardens, with lunch prepared for your group.

“We had a great day on this trip. Our guide AJ and the rest of the crew went out of their way to ensure we had a fun, comfortable tour and saw everything we wanted to! The cave was amazing, and we used a glass bottom boat at twin lagoon which had incredible views. The snorkelling at the coral gardens was some of the best corals we have seen. AJ was super accommodating and took so many great pictures of us in the water and enjoying the scenery. Lunch was okay, i think the bulk of the meal is prepped in advance was it was a little cold but still…”

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From Puerto Princesa: Underground River Guided Day Trip - The early pickup from Puerto Princesa
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From Puerto Princesa: Underground River Guided Day Trip

2.Underground River Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 167 reviews · 9 hours · from $41

Travel from Puerto Princesa to Sabang, then ride by boat into the UNESCO-listed Subterranean River National Park. You’ll see limestone formations, bats, forest, and coastal scenery with an English audio guide. Guides such as Echo, Shy, Jeff, and Mario are praised for keeping the day organized. Optional ziplining and mangrove trips may add waiting time.

“Today we went on the Underground River Tour. What an experience! We were picked up on time , collected the other participants on the way and had a lot of fun . Echo, our guide, was absolutely outstanding. Not only was he able to tell us something about almost everything we passed, he was also a warm, very lively, courteous and funny guide. No matter what questions you had, if he could help you further, it was obvious to him. Price performance more than top. Highly recommended! Have fun and many thanks for the great day :) Übersetzt mit DeepL (https://www.deepl.com/app/?utm_source=ios&utm_medium=app&utm_campaign=share-translation)”

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Bohol: Guided Chocolate Hills & Tarsiers Tour - Pickup from Panglao, Tagbilaran, or Loay
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Bohol: Guided Chocolate Hills & Tarsiers Tour

3.Guided Chocolate Hills & Tarsiers Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 158 reviews · 7 hours · from $37

Spend seven hours visiting Bohol’s main countryside sights in an air-conditioned van with an English-speaking guide. You’ll see the Chocolate Hills, tarsiers, and Man-Made Forest, with an optional Loboc River buffet cruise. Guides such as Claire, Fatt, Christine, Dude, Sam, and Kaye have led past departures, but your guide is assigned closer to the date.

“Thanks to all team! We enjoyed our day with you :)”

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Bohol: Waterfall Hopping & Secret Jungle Trails Guided Tour - Walking through rice fields and forest trails
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Bohol: Waterfall Hopping & Secret Jungle Trails Guided Tour

4.Waterfall Hopping & Secret Jungle Trails Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 158 reviews · 7 hours · from $42

Spend seven hours exploring Bohol’s quieter side with local guides such as Keneth, Rjay, AJ, and Ryan. Walk through rice fields and jungle trails, visit two to four waterfalls, swim in clear pools, and try optional cliff jumps. Pickup is included in Panglao, with meeting points in Tagbilaran and Loay.

“We had most of the falls to ourselves the whole time we were there. Our guide, Keneth, was great. He was really helpful on the tricky hikes to the falls and told us exactly what to do to climb and jump off the falls in a safe manner. It would've been a completely different experience without him.”

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Manila: Guided Sunset Bamboo Bike Tour in Intramuros - Casa Manila begins the Spanish-era story
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Manila: Guided Sunset Bamboo Bike Tour in Intramuros

5.Guided Sunset Bamboo Bike Tour in Intramuros

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 119 reviews · 3 hours · from $40

Spend three hours cycling Intramuros on a locally made bamboo bike with an English or Tagalog guide. Visit Casa Manila, Fort Santiago, Manila Cathedral, Puerta Real Gardens, and other historic sites, then watch sunset from Bayleaf Hotel Skydeck. Guides such as Paolo, JD, and Justine add history, humor, and useful local context.

“Paolo was a great guide, he talked to us about history, current affairs, answered our questions and was very kind, without a doubt the best of the tour. This activity is ideal to learn a little about the history of the Philippines if you have little time, as you can visit several places quickly by bicycle.”

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Boracay: Newcoast ATV Tour with Local Guide - The safety briefing and first minutes on the ATV
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Boracay: Newcoast ATV Tour with Local Guide

6.Newcoast ATV Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 79 reviews · 1h 20m · from $32Best value

Ride an electric ATV through Boracay Newcoast with an English-speaking local guide. The 80-minute route includes the View Deck, Keyhole Rock Formation, a private beach, and several photo stops. Expect a calm, road-focused ride with a little off-road travel, a 15 kp/h speed limit, helmets, and a short safety lesson.

“It’s great. The stops are good for picture taking. Love riding the atv. Check out my ig reel: @jophielangela Use my code : JOPHIELANGELA5 on checkout to get a discount.”

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Batad Guided Tour - What you see on the shorter Batad route
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Batad Guided Tour

7.Batad Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews Top rated

Meet at Banaue Tourism Office for a private, flexible Batad hike with local guides Miller Himmoldang or Bridgette. Walk for one to five hours, meet farmers and rice wine makers, taste local rice wine, and try hand-milling rice. The six-hour experience suits moderately fit hikers and costs $70 per group of up to 15, with several local fees and transport costs extra.

“Miller was an amazing tour guide for our three day trek. He was so flexible to our needs - changing routes and our daily schedule based on how we felt each day. He always made sure we were safe, comfortable, and having fun. He knew so Read more”

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Manila: Guided Tuk Tuk Ride - Starting at Tutuban Center Mall
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Manila: Guided Tuk Tuk Ride

8.Guided Tuk Tuk Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 57 reviews · 2 hours · from $66

Start at Tutuban Center Mall for a small-group tour through Manila’s markets and neighborhoods. Ride a tuk tuk or tricycle, try a jeepney, sample local food, and walk through areas most sightseeing routes skip. Guides including Venus and Floyd offer friendly local context in English, with time for shopping and people-watching.

“I think we got lucky. Our tour was the 1st of January and to compensate for the lack of market life due to holidays, we had a detailed tour of Intramuos added on. It was amazing and the guides were knowledgeable and skilled. A good pick to see real life in Manilla for the working poor.”

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Coron: Complete Island Hopping Guided Tour with Lunch - Twin Lagoon and the warm-cold water shift
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Coron: Complete Island Hopping Guided Tour with Lunch

9.Complete Island Hopping Guided Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 54 reviews · 8 hours · from $53

Spend eight hours exploring Coron by boat, with stops at Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, Sunset Beach, Reef Garden, Skeleton Wreck, CYC Beach, and Barracuda Lake. A local English-speaking guide, picnic buffet, permits, life vest, water, snacks, cottage rental, and city-center pickup are included. Bring a dry bag, towel, swimwear, and your own snorkel gear.

“Over priced rip off. Get my guide says starts at 8am but it was closer to 10am before we even set sail. Disgusting false advertising. Way more money than tours available in town. Price for the same tour everywhere is about 1000 peso cheaper. I asked many people who paid way less on my actual boat. This is a con. Get your ticket in Coron. Over crowded tour also. Starting at 8am would have beaten the crowds but everywhere was packed before we even set sail. It’s worth getting together some people and paying between you for a private tour. This is an over priced joke. I’ve traveled all over…”

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Manila: Guided Night Market Experience - Why a guide helps in the market
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Manila: Guided Night Market Experience

10.Guided Night Market Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 2 hours · from $68

Meet your English-speaking guide at Tutuban Center Mall and spend two hours exploring Divisoria, Manila’s lively night market. Guides Floyd and Venus lead walks through food and produce stalls, with local rides such as a tuktuk, train, or jeepney. Expect shopping, street food, Chinatown sights, photos, and plenty of city stories.

“Venus knows her turf! Very personable and pleasant. Was very accommodating and made the night unforgettable!”

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Manila: Hidden Gems Guided Tour - Tutuban Center Mall and the shopping district
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Manila: Hidden Gems Guided Tour

11.Hidden Gems Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 47 reviews · 2 hours · from $61

Follow guides such as Venus, Floyd, and Jane through Manila’s markets, Chinatown area, old neighborhoods, and major sights. Ride a jeepney, tuk-tuk, and tricycle, sample local food at your own cost, and see daily city life in a small group of up to 10 people. The tour lasts about two hours and finishes near Manila City Hall.

“The tour was excellent, Floyd was brilliant. I took a lot away from this, thank you!”

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The Hidden Gems of Manila Guided Tour - Sto. Niño de Tondo Church and the meaning of place
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The Hidden Gems of Manila Guided Tour

12.The Hidden Gems of Manila Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 42 reviews · from $60

Spend two hours with an English-speaking guide such as Floyd exploring Manila by jeepney, open market, church, mall, and side streets. You’ll try local coffee and Filipino food, see everyday life in Tondo and Binondo, and get help finding a safe route back to your hotel.

“Our tour guide, Floyd, was exceptional—his deep knowledge and detailed explanations enriched every moment of the tour. He brought great personality to the experience, engaging us with fun mini karaoke sessions that created unforgettable memories. A truly five-star guide who made our trip extraordinary and filled with joy!”

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Manila: Guided Food Tour of Binondo with Tastings - Carvajal Street and the first taste
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Manila: Guided Food Tour of Binondo with Tastings

13.Guided Food Tour of Binondo with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 38 reviews · 3 hours · from $60

Spend three hours walking Binondo with an English-speaking guide such as Chloe, Nel, Jian, or Juan. Start at Binondo Church, then visit small eateries for lumpia, handmade dumplings, mami, dimsum, and hopia. Expect generous portions, narrow lanes, local stories, and enough food to replace breakfast and possibly lunch.

“Some fantastic tasting food - including best dim sim ever”

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Manila: Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide - What the walking route actually includes
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Manila: Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide

14.Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 35 reviews · 2 - 8 hours · from $47

See Manila with a private local guide who shapes the walk around your interests, from historic sights and cultural stops to food suggestions. Guides such as Andres, Joem, and Bella have led tours in English, French, and Spanish. Hotel pickup is included, while attraction tickets, food, and most city transport cost extra.

“That it is clearly communicated if/when whats app is a prerequisite for dialogue with the guide!”

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Manila Intramuros Walking tour with Local Tour Guide - Manila Cathedral and Plaza de Roma
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Manila Intramuros Walking tour with Local Tour Guide

15.Manila Intramuros Walking tour with Local Tour Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews · from $55

Walk through Manila’s walled city with a local guide such as Mari or Victor, visiting Manila Cathedral, San Agustin Church, Fort Santiago, and Casa Manila. Expect a clear introduction to Philippine history, stories of the Battle of Manila, a small group of up to 10 people, bottled water, and a short ride on the three-wheeled Lamborghini bike.

“Mari gave us lots of historical context and was a lot of fun to spend the afternoon with! We came away with such an appreciation for the Filipino experience. We particularly enjoyed the Old Manila house. Highly recommend this tour and ask for Mari!”

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