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Manila
MANILA ARRIVAL
Welcome to Manila! You are welcomed and escorted to your hotel. The rest of the day is free at leisure.
Overnight: Manila
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Manila
MANILA: CITY TOUR (B)
The tour starts right in the heart of the Philippines's financial district – the City of Makati. Have a glimpse of Makati's hustle and bustle as you drive through on your way to the capital city, Manila. Onwards Rizal Park on scenic Roxas Boulevard, arrive in Intramuros, "The Walled City", to see ancient walls, church ruins and relics from Spain's Conquistadores. Further, see also the American War Memorial and Cemetery, the Fort Santiago, the San Augustin Church, Forbes Park, Ayala Avenue and the Cathedral, as well as the National Museum. The afternoon is free at leisure.
Overnight: Manila
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Manila
MANILA: FREE DAY OR CHOOSE ONE OF THE OPTIONAL TOURS (B)
Today, you can choose to spend the day on your own and explore the city or take part of the Panoramic Tagayray CityTour. The picturesque city of Tagaytay is located on a ridge 2,200feet above sea level, it offers a panoramic view of Taal Lake and Volcano – the volcano within a lake within a volcano – an awe-inspiring vista is best savored atop the Palace in the Sky, one of the rest houses of former President Ferdinand Marcos. On the way up, visit San Jose Church in Las Pinas to see the world-famous Las Pinas Bamboo Organ. Built in 19th century by Spanish Priest Fr. Diego Cera, this organ made from about 800 bamboo pipes is said to produce a sound like any other. Visit also a local jeepney assembly plant for an inside look at how this popular mode of transport unique to the Philippines are built. If time permits, stop at one of the pineapple or coffee plantation to sample the local produce or buy souvenirs from the furniture and wood carving shops dotting the roadside.
Overnight: Manila
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Manila
MANILA DEPARTURE (B)
Until your departure flight, enjoy free time. You drive then to the airport for your flight home or onward flight.