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The 15 Best Tours in the Philippines

316 tours  ·  from $20 a head

Three weeks or ten days, the problem is identical: too many islands, one itinerary and a domestic flight between every good idea. The 15 below are the days that earn their slot, priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath when you want to go deeper.

El Nido: Island Hopping Tour A Lagoons and Beaches - Secret Lagoon: a short passage into limestone walls
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El Nido: Island Hopping Tour A Lagoons and Beaches

1.Island Hopping Tour A Lagoons and Beaches

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,572 reviews · 8 hours · from $23Our pick

Spend eight hours touring Bacuit Bay with a licensed English or Tagalog-speaking guide. Swim, snorkel, and kayak at up to four stops, including the Secret Lagoon, Big Lagoon, Shimizu Island, and Seven Commandos Beach. Guides such as Buddy, Dexter, John, and Mark are praised for helping with photos, safety, and kayaking.

“We loved this tour so much! It was so nice going at our own pace at all the stops, the boat crew was fantastic and accommodating. All the stops were so beautiful even on the rainest days! Would highly recommend to anyone in Coron!”

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From Puerto Princesa: Underground River Full-Day Trip - The early ride to Sabang and Buenavista viewpoint
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From Puerto Princesa: Underground River Full-Day Trip

2.Underground River Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,460 reviews · 8 - 10 hours · from $48

Travel from Puerto Princesa to Sabang, ride a pump boat and paddle canoe into the famous Underground River, then eat a Filipino buffet lunch. Guides such as Sky, Jeff, and Gerald are praised for clear local insight and friendly care. Optional zipline and mangrove trips add value, though the road is long and boat access can mean walking through water.

“It was such a well arranged tour, the food was amazing and the activities were fun. Jeff Moon was also a really lovely guide. He has been the best one so far, in my three months of traveling. He was kind and funny and gave the right amount of information.”

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Bohol: Premium Chocolate Hills, Tarsiers & River Experience - Chocolate Hills: Bohol’s signature view
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Bohol: Premium Chocolate Hills, Tarsiers & River Experience

3.Premium Chocolate Hills, Tarsiers & River Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 804 reviews · 7 hours · from $43

Spend seven hours seeing Bohol’s essential sights with hotel pickup in Panglao, comfortable air-conditioned transport, and an English-speaking coordinator. Visit the Chocolate Hills, tarsier sanctuary, Man-Made Forest, and Loboc River. The buffet cruise costs extra, but guides such as Christine, Dexter, Mary, and Mariel handle the day’s timing and site arrangements.

“We had a wonderful time with Mary on this trip 😃 She shared little facts about the places we visited and the ride was comfortable!”

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Coron Ultimate Tour: 7 Destinations with Lunch & Transfers - Starting in Coron Town and reaching the boat
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Coron Ultimate Tour: 7 Destinations with Lunch & Transfers

4.Coron Ultimate Tour: 7 Destinations with Lunch & Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 754 reviews · 1 day · from $46

Join a guided boat trip from Coron Town to Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, CYC Beach, Skeleton Wreck, Coral Garden, Barracuda Lake, and a lunch stop. Guides such as Joel, Kenneth, Mike, and Mark may lead the day. Expect swimming, snorkeling, short walks, shared meals, and a full schedule from morning pickup to late afternoon return.

“Mike, Kenneth, jed were amazing! The stops were breath taking, lunch was incredible. Definitely recommend this tour! 10 out of 10”

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Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering - The pre-dawn road to Oslob
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Cebu City: Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

5.Whale Shark Swimming & Kawasan Falls Canyoneering

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 665 reviews · 16 hours · from $124

Start before dawn for Oslob’s whale sharks, then head to Badian for lunch and a three-hour Kawasan Falls canyoneering course. You’ll swim, scramble, slide, and jump from cliffs up to 30 feet with local guides such as Ray, Ronaldo, Jo, or Marcello. Private trips are often the better value for four or more.

“It’s great to swim with and experience the whale sharks tho the process is kinda stressful with how it’s organized out on the water, and they don’t provide a snorkel so best pay 100 pesos from a guy to have one to make your experience easier. Canyoneering was really fun. I thought I’d be rappelling and things like that but it’s mostly just jumping off rocks and sliding down natural water slides etc.. it was a fun time and the guides will film and take pictures for you the whole time. All in all a fun experience”

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Coron: Private Boat Hire with Guided Tour and Lunch on Beach - Choosing your seven stops around Coron Island
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Coron: Private Boat Hire with Guided Tour and Lunch on Beach

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 658 reviews · 8 hours

You’ll spend eight hours on a private boat around Coron Island, choosing from seven stops such as Kayangan Lake, Twin Lagoon, Barracuda Lake, beaches, caves, and coral gardens. English-speaking guides such as AJ, Hazel, Hector, and Norie adjust the route, help beat crowds, and take photos. Lunch is prepared for you, though site fees and equipment cost extra.

“I had Hazel as my private tour guide and she was so informative, friendly and accommodating throughout the whole thing from start to finish I enjoyed every minute. I don't normally leave reviews but I feel like this needed one”

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Cebu Moalboal: Kawasan Canyoneering Adventure with Lunch - From Moalboal pickup to the Matutinao River
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Cebu Moalboal: Kawasan Canyoneering Adventure with Lunch

7.Cebu Moalboal: Kawasan Canyoneering Adventure with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 630 reviews · 6 hours · from $47

Spend about six hours traveling from Moalboal to the Matutinao River, then jump, slide, swim, and scramble toward Kawasan Falls with an English-speaking guide. Guides such as JM, Patrick, Sam, and Anderson are known for careful coaching and excellent photos. A homemade Filipino lunch follows, with vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, and halal options.

“Awesome day out, all the guides are super friendly and look after you. The food at the end of the day was great, would recommend eating breakfast before going as you won’t eat till after you’ve completed the tour around 4/5 hrs but don’t eat too much! 10/10 would recommend.”

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El Nido Island Hopping Tour C: Hidden Beaches & Shrine - Helicopter Island and its rougher shore
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El Nido Island Hopping Tour C: Hidden Beaches & Shrine

8.El Nido Island Hopping Tour C: Hidden Beaches & Shrine

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 625 reviews · 6 - 8 hours · from $29

Spend 6 to 8 hours exploring El Nido’s Hidden Beach, Secret Beach, Helicopter Island, Tapiutan Beach, Talisay Beach, and Matinloc Shrine. Expect swimming, snorkeling, a Filipino lunch, and a guide speaking English or Tagalog. Guides such as Dexter, Angelo, Prince, and Jay have been praised for safety, photos, and local stories.

“Excellent experience and amazing crew! Rene, Angelo and the rest of the tour guides ensured a safe excursion for all of us. Although we chose not to snorkel, we still enjoyed the locations as the beaches and islands we visited were absolutely stunning. I would do this tour again in a heartbeat!”

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Boracay: Island and Beach-Hopping Boat Tour with Snorkeling - Puka Beach: a strong first stop
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Boracay: Island and Beach-Hopping Boat Tour with Snorkeling

9.Island and Beach-Hopping Boat Tour with Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 587 reviews · 15 minutes - 4.5 hours · from $20Best value

Spend up to 4.5 hours touring Boracay by traditional boat, with stops at Puka Beach, Coral Garden, Crocodile Island, Magic Island, and Crystal Cove. Your English or Tagalog guide may be Mark, Justine, Edgar, or another member of the local team. Bring cash for entrance fees, snorkeling, and a tube.

“Justine was such a nice guide! I really enjoyed it :)”

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Intramuros, Manila: Historical Bamboo Bike Tour - Starting with the Japanese cannon
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Intramuros, Manila: Historical Bamboo Bike Tour

10.Intramuros, Manila: Historical Bamboo Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 583 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $27

Explore Intramuros by locally made bamboo bike on a 2 to 3 hour small-group tour led in English or Tagalog. Guides such as Josh, Paolo, Chi, and Prime explain Manila’s Spanish colonial past, World War II, and the walled city’s major sites. Expect a flat route, regular stops, safety support, a cold towel, and ice cream at the finish.

“This is a great tour! the bikes are beautiful and easy to use, the route is safe and not too arduous, the sites are super interesting and our guides Josh and Jenjie were super informed and helpful! highly recommend this tour.”

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Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle - Ecotours - Starting at Casa Manila and choosing your bike
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Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle – Ecotours

11.Experience Intramuros with Bamboo Bicycle – Ecotours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 508 reviews · from $39Top rated

Spend about three hours cycling Intramuros on a handmade bamboo bike with guides such as Anj, JD, Josh, or Paolo. The easy route visits Casa Manila, Fort Santiago, Puerta del Parian, Plaza Roma, Manila Cathedral, and San Agustin Church, with bottled water, safety support, ponchos when needed, and a cold refreshment at the end.

“This is a sightseeing and historical tour. The bike part is flat and easy, although the streets can be crowded with pedestrians.”

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Cebu City: Bohol Countryside Tour with Loboc Cruise Lunch - The early pickup and fast ferry to Tagbilaran
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Cebu City: Bohol Countryside Tour with Loboc Cruise Lunch

12.Bohol Countryside Tour with Loboc Cruise Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 488 reviews · 14 hours · from $144

Travel from Cebu to Bohol by fast ferry for a full day of major sights. You’ll visit Baclayon Church, the Blood Compact Monument, the Tarsier Conservation Area, Mahogany Forest, and the Chocolate Hills, then enjoy a buffet lunch on the Loboc River. English-speaking guides such as Jirah, David, and Genesis add local stories and help with photos.

“Jirah was the absolute best thing about this trip. From the get-go, she made sure our group was comfortable with each other. All day, we were talking to each other and looking out for each other. She also made sure she helped everyone take photos in great spots. She shared the history of each place and how Bohol is taking care of preserving them. You can tell the pride she has in being a Boholano and being able to share the beauty of the province with others.”

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Manila: Intramuros, Chinatown, and Old Manila Half-Day Tour - Binondo Chinatown and the taste of Manila
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Manila: Intramuros, Chinatown, and Old Manila Half-Day Tour

13.Intramuros, Chinatown, and Old Manila Half-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 475 reviews · 3 hours · from $68

See Manila through its markets, old neighborhoods, and Spanish-era landmarks with an English-speaking guide such as Floyd or Venus. Visit Tondo Market, Binondo Chinatown, Binondo Church, Intramuros, Fort Santiago, and Manila Cathedral, with snacks, photos, and rides on local transport included.

“Very nice tour! It's good to see a side of Manila other than BGC/Makati. Local guide knows the area well. We never felt unwelcome anywhere we went on the tour. Taking public transit (trike, tuktuk, jeepney) was a highlight. Thank you Venus!”

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Puerto Princesa: Honda Bay Island Hopping & Optional Massage - The Morning Transfer to Honda Bay Wharf
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Puerto Princesa: Honda Bay Island Hopping & Optional Massage

14.Honda Bay Island Hopping & Optional Massage

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 474 reviews · 7 - 10 hours · from $36

Spend a full day from Puerto Princesa visiting Luli Island, Pambato Reef, and Cowrie Island. You’ll swim, snorkel, eat a generous island lunch, and have time for a beach massage if selected. Guides such as Jed, Jeff, Echo, and Rowena are praised for friendly help, while snorkel gear and aqua shoes cost extra.

“The tour was so beautiful and not too rushed or too slow. The lunch cooked was amazing. So pretty and so peaceful. Thank you so much Mark for making this such an amazing experience!”

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Manila: Old & New 4-Hour City Tour - A quiet pause at the American Cemetery and Memorial
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Manila: Old & New 4-Hour City Tour

15.Old & New 4-Hour City Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 458 reviews · 4 hours · from $60

This four-hour Manila tour pairs modern Makati with the American Cemetery, Rizal Park, Intramuros, San Agustin Church, and Fort Santiago. An English-speaking guide such as Omar, Fernando, Richard, or Stella leads the history-focused outing, with hotel pickup, entrance fees, and an air-conditioned van included.

“The tour was educational. We got to see different parts of Manila, from historical sites to modern financial District.”

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