National Treasures

Experience Philippine history through the masterpieces of the National Museum of Fine Arts. National Treasures brings to life the artists, stories, and intrigues behind its collections, with a special focus on the extraordinary and complex life of Juan Luna.
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National Treasures

National Treasures is Manila For A Day’s signature tour of the National Museum of Fine Arts. Examine some of the country’s most significant masterpieces and uncover the artists, ideas, and conflicts behind them, with particular emphasis on the works of the National Artists of the Philippines.

At the heart of the experience lies the extraordinary and deeply complex life of Juan Luna y Novicio. Trace his rise to prominence in the European art world, his involvement in the Filipino reform movement, and the personal tragedies that transformed his legacy. From the salons of Madrid and Paris to the 1892 killing of his wife, Paz Pardo de Tavera, and his mother-in-law, Luna’s story reveals the tensions between artistic ambition, colonial society, and a nation approaching revolution.

Through compelling storytelling and historical insight, this program reveals how the masterpieces of the National Museum reflect the struggles, aspirations, and evolving identity of the Filipino people.
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​RESERVATION POLICIES
• All Manila For A Day tours are privately booked; we do not mix groups to preserve the quality of our programs.
• You will receive an official billing statement and service contract with a breakdown of fees within 24 hours of submitting your reservation.
• Only full payment on or before the given deadline guarantees your reservation. If the payment deadline is missed, we reserve the right to open your requested schedule to other interested parties.
• Payment can be settled using a credit card via PayPal or BPI cash/check deposit.
• Check payments must be cleared seven (7) banking days before the date of the tour.


TARDINESS POLICIES
• In the case of tardiness, the guide will only wait up to a maximum of 30 minutes—after which the tour will be deemed canceled with no eligibility for a refund.
• All registered participants must be present and within the company of the guide for the tour to proceed. Latecomers will not be entertained once the tour has started.
• This policy is non-negotiable.


​REFUND POLICIES
• Payments are only fully refundable if cancellations are made seven (7) business days before the scheduled tour. Payments are non-refundable if cancellation is made six (6) business days prior to the scheduled tour or later.
• Reservations are non-transferable but may be rebooked provided a formal request is sent via e-mail no later than seven (7) business days before the scheduled tour.
• Reservations may only be rebooked once and are subject to availability of schedules on Manila For A Day’s calendar. You may only reschedule within fourteen (14) days of your original tour schedule. It is agreed that Manila For A Day holds final decision on all rebooking requests.


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Pricing

PHP 9,995 for a group of five (5) participants or fewer. This means that for one (1) participant or a group of five (5) participants, the rate will be the same.

Additional participants over five (5) are PHP 1,999 per head.

Inclusions

Expert English-speaking guide
Exclusive private tour experience
Admission to all sites

Exclusions

Transportation or pick-up/drop-off services
Breakfast, lunch, or dinner
Gratuities

Duration

3 to 3.5 hours

Schedules

10:00 AM to 1:00 PM or
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Start Point

National Museum of Fine Arts

End Point

National Museum of Fine Arts

Itinerary

National Museum of Fine Arts

Quality Over Quantity

All Manila For A Day engagements are private. We do not mix groups to preserve the quality of our tours.

Fun But Factual

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No Commissions

We partner with other industries to bring you only the best deals. We do not skim from the top or pad at the bottom.

Cruelty-Free

No kalesa (horse-drawn carriage) rides for us, folks! We do not believe in the use of animals for entertainment.

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Let us know how you’d like to start your journey. If you are inquiring about program details, such as rates, inclusions, or scheduling, please read the tour description.