Take a step back in time as you discover the “Charms of Old Manila”. The tour starts with a visit to historic Rizal Park, where the remains of the country's national hero, Dr . Jose Rizal , lie within the cornerstone of Rizal Monument . Tour heads on to the old walled city of Intramuros built during the Spanish colonial period. The first stop is Fort Santiago which served as headquar ters of the military might of the Spanish, American and Japanese colonizers until its destruction in 1945. Tour then proceeds past the San Agustin Church, the oldest structure in the country which dates back to 1571. The next stop is Casa Manila, a reconstructed 19th century mansion replete with 16th to 19t h century furniture and furnishings. The last stop is Baluarte de San Diego, the only battery directly facing the sea.

NEW MANILA TOUR (approximately 4 hours)
Minimum 2 persons – USD 70.00 per person

The other half of Manila is a modern metropolis which is gaining more importance as a major artery in the financial life stream of the country. The first stop is the Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex, a reclaimed land situated along Roxas Boulevard, reminiscent of the glorious years of the Marcoses. The drive through the complex starts with a glance of the fountain adorned Cultural Center of the Philippines, the country’s seat of cultural awareness. Then move on to the Philippine International Convention Center and Folk Arts Theater which are favorite venues for both local and international events, concerts and performances. Adjacent to the structures are the Coconut Palace, a building made mostly of coconut materials and Sofitel Philippine Plaza, a deluxe hotel which gives a magnificent view of the Manila Bay. Tour then proceeds to the financial and commercial center of Makati, passing through the plush residential village of Forbes Park dubbed as “Millionaire’s Row”. The last stop is the American Memorial Cemetery, the largest and most beautiful outside continental U.S.

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Tel Nos.: (63-2) 715-0260 * (63-2) 381-5420

Telefax: (63-2) 714-6620