See the Philippines
in a different light

Manila For A Day connects the world to the Filipino soul. From guided tours to workshops and consulting services, we deliver cultural intelligence solutions by creating learning programs that take you on modern-day voyages of discovery.

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PRIVATE TOURS

Curated experiences for the discerning traveler

We specialize in creating unique walking tour experiences that narrate the compelling stories of the Filipino people using historic sites as a visual tapestry of our heritage.

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3G: God, Gold, & Glory Tour

This signature program is the #1 walking tour in Manila on TripAdvisor. It has a 100% satisfaction rating among our clients!
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3GX: God, Gold, & Glory EXTENDED Tour

Our most expansive and in-depth program, this tour will take you on an adventure through more than 550 years of Philippine history.
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National Treasures

Learn about the stories—and even intrigues—of some of the most precious art pieces in the Philippines.
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Culture Café

Have you ever wondered what the Philippines was like before we became a Spanish colony? Well, now is your chance to find out!
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Colors of Manila

This urban food tour will take you through modern Manila’s creed, commerce, and cultures in the colorful district of Quiapo.
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Motu Proprio

A tour that explores the two pioneer establishments of Filipino faith: Manila Cathedral and San Agustin Church.
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UNDER DEVELOPMENT

We don’t just do tours.

When you hire Manila For A Day, you’re hiring a company that is conscious about its impact on the big picture, regardless of us being a small enterprise.

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PRIVATE TALKS & WORKSHOPS

Intelligent solutions for a global workforce

Originally designed to give foreign individuals (particularly political and corporate bodies) a thorough understanding of the Filipino mindset, these programs will help you understand the Filipino and how he sees himself at home, in his community, and in the workplace.

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Management in the Filipino Context

Learn to manage, motivate, and inspire your Filipino team members and colleagues with this insightful program.
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Cultural Intelligence Workshop

Handcrafted solutions created specifically for you and your organization. This is Manila For A Day in the corporate setting.
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Jumpstart Philippines

This popular talk—conducted by an experienced expatriate—is designed to teach you about efficiently living in the country.
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Lectures in History

Topic-specific lectures by Manila For A Day’s expert consultants and guides delivered according to your organization’s needs.
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Consultancy Services

We offer targeted solutions for concerns, issues, or learning objectives that are unique to your organization.
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Baybayin Courses

Learn the ancient, pre-colonial writing system of the Filipino people in our deeply engaging courses on Filipino calligraphy.
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Why is cultural intelligence important?

Whether it’s colleagues from another province or from another country, you’re now living in a nation where you’re more and more likely to work in a multicultural environment. A low CQ is an unnecessary disadvantage you can’t afford.

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Insightful commentaries

Get to know our company and our Cultural Navigators! We have experts from almost every field who write about their experiences in the Philippines and beyond.

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CLIENT REVIEWS

Don’t take our word for it.

We are the #1 Manila tour provider on TripAdvisor and all our programs have a 100% satisfaction rating among our clients. Their experiences speak for themselves—read our reviews and features below.
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Oh my goodness… I can’t rate this tour highly enough! Although I would consider this an amazing educational walk with a friend. Dustin simply knows his history like the back of his hand and after recalling some of my new found knowledge to a colleague, she felt like she had been on the tour with me, so well done to you Dustin as I feel privileged to have learnt it from such an inspiring individual who is passionate about history, his heritage and his clientele!!!
I went for a half day VIP tour with Dustin and it was amazing (not sure if it was actually VIP, but I certainly felt like it!). I’d previously only visited Manila briefly and didn’t get a sense of what the community and culture was about. Dustin gave insights into the history of the Philippines, in a completely accessible, relatable way, even for a history novice like myself. Seeing into the culture and social structures was what I loved the most. Dustin’s style is fun, personal and passionate, and justifiably so. I find this nation to be spectacularly beautiful, for both its beaches and beauty, as well as its innate culture and charm. What a find.
Wonderfully rich in history, culture, and fun. Good for all ages in that our eldest at 76 and youngest at 13 thoroughly enjoyed the tour. The pace was perfect and our tour guide Dustin was very engaging and entertaining. I highly recommended for your out of town guests!
We had Dustin for the 3G tour who was superb from start to finish. His knowledge of the topic was unparalleled and he was able to answer all queries raised. We enjoyed his anecdotal historical and personal commentaries about the Philippines as a country and as a people but also world history, culture and current events. Highly recommended to first-time travelers and locals alike!

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