Curated experiences
for the discerning traveler
Private Tour Programs
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
3GX: God, Gold, & Glory EXTENDED Tour
National Treasures
Culture Café
Colors of Manila
Motu Proprio
Quality Over Quantity
Fun But Factual
No Commissions
Cruelty-Free
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?
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.
No. All tours are private and exclusive to the booking party.
This depends on the tour program. Most of our tours have a snack component but not full meals.
No. We provide walking experiences and do not believe in using animals for entertainment.
No. We only provide expertly guided walking tours. Once booked, your guide will meet you at the starting point of your tour program.
No.
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.
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.
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.
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.
No. Our tours are designed to be taken as a whole program and follows a compelling narrative.
Yes. However, we are very selective with our partners. Please send an email to tours@manilaforaday.com.
We accept credit card payments using PayPal as our secure payment gateway.
Absolutely! We accept all major internationally recognized credit cards. Credit card payments are processed through PayPal.
You do not need a PayPal account to complete payment. Opt for the “Pay using a credit/debit card” option in your electronic invoice.
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.