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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Private Tour Programs

We use history as a lens to try and understand why the Filipinos act the way they do and our clients love our tours because we’re not the usual, boring litany of dates, names, and trivia. We talk about the Filipino people’s place in history and encourage insightful conversations with our guests. Our success with this approach is reflected with how highly rated our reviews are on platforms like TripAdvisor.

This narrative-driven and fact-based approach has led to a more than healthy recognition of the quality of the service that we provide—so much so that we have had many high profile clients on our tours such as former Member of the Legislative Assembly Thomas Lukaszuk of Alberta, Canada, former Deputy Prime Minister Abdullah Dardari of Syria, and even Queen Sofia of Spain.


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

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

We aim to enrich your knowledge with factual commentaries. All information can be cited as well.

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the difference between the 3G and 3GX Tour?
  • May I join another group?
  • Do you serve food and drinks on tour?
  • Do you offer kalesa (horse-drawn carriage) rides?
  • Do you provide transportation?
  • Do you offer customized tours? I want to visit only specific sites.
  • Why are you so expensive?
  • Is there a minimum number of participants for reservations?
  • What if there’s fewer than 5 of us?
  • Can I pay on the tour date itself? I don’t want to pay in advance. I just want to reserve a date.
  • I want a shorter tour, can I pay less?
  • Do you offer discounts to tour operators?
  • I don’t have a Philippine bank account, how else can I pay?
  • Can I pay via credit card?
  • I don’t have a PayPal account, how else can I pay?
  • How will I recognize the guide?
What is the difference between the 3G and 3GX Tour?

The 3G: God, Gold, & Glory Tour is our basic tour program and takes 3 hours to complete. It covers the basics of Philippine history and culture, particularly the foundation of the Philippines as a colony through Spain’s conquest of our islands. We go through the entire Spanish Colonial history of the Philippines and explain why the Spanish colonial experience is the root of many Filipino cultural idiosyncrasies. Basically, this tour will tell you why the Filipinos are the way they are today.

The 3GX: God, Gold, & Glory EXTENDED Tour on the other hand, is our best-selling program and takes 4.5 hours to complete. It is an upgraded version of the 3G tour and covers ALL of the major segments of Philippine history from the Spanish Colonial Era, to the American Era, all the way to World War II in the Philippines. It is everything the basic 3G Tour is, and more! This is the tour to take if you love history.

May I join another group?

No. All tours are private and exclusive to the booking party.

Do you serve food and drinks on tour?

This depends on the tour program. Most of our tours have a snack component but not full meals.

Do you offer kalesa (horse-drawn carriage) rides?

No. We provide walking experiences and do not believe in using animals for entertainment.

Do you provide transportation?

No. We only provide expertly guided walking tours. Once booked, your guide will meet you at the starting point of your tour program.

Do you offer customized tours? I want to visit only specific sites.

No.

Why are you so expensive?

We are actually still one of the most competitively priced providers in the city considering the competence and expertise you will receive.

When you engage our services, you’re hiring experts who speak near-perfect, fluent English with native proficiency. Aside from their command of the English language, our Cultural Navigators are also true experts on the Philippines. Each one has spent years mastering their craft and learning everything they can about the Filipino people, which they then use to weave compelling narratives using our tour programs.

Is there a minimum number of participants for reservations?

No, but there is a minimum on pricing. This means that for one (1) participant or a group of five (5) participants, the rate will be the same.

What if there’s fewer than 5 of us?

All minimum rates are 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.

Can I pay on the tour date itself? I don’t want to pay in advance. I just want to reserve a date.

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.

I want a shorter tour, can I pay less?

No. Our tours are designed to be taken as a whole program and follows a compelling narrative.

Do you offer discounts to tour operators?

Yes. However, we are very selective with our partners. Please send an email to tours@manilaforaday.com.

I don’t have a Philippine bank account, how else can I pay?

We accept credit card payments using PayPal as our secure payment gateway.

Can I pay via credit card?

Absolutely! We accept all major internationally recognized credit cards. Credit card payments are processed through PayPal.

I don’t have a PayPal account, how else can I pay?

You do not need a PayPal account to complete payment. Opt for the “Pay using a credit/debit card” option in your electronic invoice.

How will I recognize the guide?

Look for the Manila For A Day I.D. badge and the signature “Time Travel Kit”. Your guide’s contact details will be provided to you as well. You may then contact your guide through WhatsApp, Viber, SMS, or by giving them a quick phone call.

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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