The 15 1-Day Tours in the Philippines That Earn Their Price

1.Underground River Full-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,460 reviews · 8 - 10 hours · from $48Our pick

You’ll travel from Puerto Princesa to Sabang, ride a pump boat and paddleboat into the Underground River, and spot monkeys, bats, monitor lizards, and birds. Guides such as Sky, Jeff, and Gerald are praised for clear local stories. Lunch is included, with zipline and mangrove add-ons available.

“The pickup was straight at our hotel door! Host was lovely and friendly, very knowledgeable. The whole day was really well planned. The view and experience of the caves are extraordinary, recommend 100%! Put this on your bucket list!!!”

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2.Underground River Day Trip from Puerto Princesa City

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 261 reviews · from $50

Travel by air-conditioned van from Puerto Princesa to Sabang, then cross the sea by boat and paddle into a UNESCO-listed cave. Expect a guided 1.5-kilometer river ride, buffet lunch, park fees, and optional add-ons such as ziplining, mangroves, a massage, or a private tour.

“We lucked out that we didn't have to wait to experience the underground river, but we have heard of very long wait times. The cave audio tour is fun and tLunch was a nice, big buffet and the zipline experience was so fun! I am usually scared of such an activity and I had a great time, it was managed very well.”

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3.Underground River Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 167 reviews · 9 hours · from $41Best value

Travel from Puerto Princesa to Sabang, then ride by boat into Palawan’s famous 360-meter cave. Your English or Tagalog guide manages the day, while an English audio guide explains the bats, limestone formations, and ecosystem. Optional ziplining and mangrove trips can fill the waiting time.

“Very interesting place, I would recommend it for everyone”

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4.Port Barton & Island Hopping Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 72 reviews · 15 hours · from $90

Leave Puerto Princesa at about 5 AM for Port Barton, then spend the day by boat at Turtle Spot, Twin Reef, Starfish Island, and a white-sand island. You get snorkeling gear, a life vest, BBQ lunch, guide, and hotel transfers, but the round trip takes about eight hours by van.

“alors activité moyenne dans l'ensemble.Le transport e van partage etait totalement horrible à l'aller:le chauffeur conduisait tres vite et etait anxiogèn.Un trajet stressant et horrible.Pour le retour,un peu mieux mais les chauffeurs conduisent vraiement trop vite. concernant l'activité,je n'ai ete pris en compte par aucun guide,juste placer parmi un groupe de personnes. Sur le tour en lui meme,pas trop mal mais les étoiles de mer ont l'air morte et nous n'avons pas vu ou tres peu vu de tortues. bref,beaucoup de routes et de grosses prises de risques pour une activité moyenne.A eviter ou à faire directement depuis Port Barton.”

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5.Day Trip to El Nido and Island Hopping

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 33 reviews · 20 hours

Leave Puerto Princesa before dawn for El Nido’s Bacuit Bay. After a five-hour van ride, you’ll visit up to five sites, such as Secret Lagoon, Shimizu Island, Seven Commandos Beach, and Big Lagoon, with lunch, snorkeling gear, aqua shoes, and kayak rental included.

“I’d give zero if i could, it’s a TOTAL WASTE of money and time. We book this thinking that it would help us first to save some money, and then to enjoy more the time in Palawan. But it was actually a shame. They write the things included, but they dont say that it means “we include offering you for a price”, not that you already paid. It was so frustrating and disappointing. Then we where supposed to leave at 5 pm, spoiler, we ended up leaving at 7:30 pm, no communication at all with the agency, and the driver was the rudest, he just kept us waiting even though…”

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6.Osmeña Peak and Kawasan Falls Canyoneering Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 32 reviews · 10 - 12 hours · from $142

You’ll hike Cebu’s short, scenic Osmeña Peak trail, then swim, slide, and jump through Kawasan Falls with licensed guides and safety gear. Driver Albert and guides such as Joel, Raven, and Anthony have helped make the day personal and fun. Expect an early start, wet clothes, and a long return ride.

“We did the Osmeña Peak and Kawasan Falls with Zip Line. Highly recommend both. The peak had a lot of clouds but we stuck around and saw a beautiful view after the clouds parted. The hike was short but very slippery. I would highly recommend using hiking boots. You can rent walking sticks there, which I would recommend as well. Kawasan Falls and the Zip Line were a blast. Definitely do the Zip Line. Just a heads up, you need to hop on the back of a motorcycle in order to get up to the Zip Line. It is pretty short so I wouldn't worry too much about it. Our…”

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7.Moalboal Island Hopping and Mantayupan Falls Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 19 reviews · 8 hours · from $112

Take a private Cebu day trip with hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, and an English-speaking driver and local guide. Boat to Pescador Island, Turtle Point, and the Sardine Run, then cool off at 98-meter Mantayupan Falls. Bring a waterproof bag, towel, food, and spare clothes.

“Underbar upplevelse rekomenrat stsrkt men billigare att boka på plats. Vår chaufför var fantastisk”

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8.Private Linapacan Island Day Trip with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · from $240Top rated

Travel by private boat from El Nido to Maosanon, Magransing, Cobra, Cagdanao, and Culaylayan islands. You get hotel pickup, snorkeling gear, a licensed guide, drinks, and a beach buffet lunch. The trip lasts about 8 to 9 hours, with clear water and quiet beaches as the main draw.

“Make sure you get a English-speaking guide! Very underwhelming from rxpectations. Food was good. Crew friendly but NO communication ability”

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9.Hidden Valley Springs Resort Day Trip from Manila

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · from $170

Leave Manila for Alaminos and spend about five hours at Hidden Valley Springs. Walk through a volcanic crater, see tropical plants and orchids, hike to a waterfall, swim in warm mineral pools, and eat a Filipino buffet lunch. Guides may include Omar or Oswald.

“We loved our tour to Hidden Valley Springs with our favorite guides Omar and Oswald. The springs were very beautiful and there was a waterfall we hiked to. Would love to go back someday.”

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10.Puning Hot Spring Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 12 reviews · 8 hours · from $126

You get a private English-speaking driver from Metro Manila, a rugged 4x4 ride across Mount Pinatubo’s ash channels, a volcanic sand spa, mud pack, and hot spring pools. The listed price covers transport and the driver, while entry and onsite treatments may cost extra unless you select an inclusive option.

“It is about 2hr drive from Manila so be sure to go for the 01st slot so you get the whole place to yourself ..”

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11.Private Day Trip Cebu to Bohol w/ Chocolate Hills & Loboc Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 11 reviews · from $285

Travel from Cebu to Bohol with a private vehicle, ferry arrangements, and a guide such as Rio. See the Chocolate Hills, meet tiny tarsiers, visit Baclayon Church, and eat lunch on a Loboc River boat. Optional ATV rides and other stops can extend the day and cost extra.

“Amazing!! My Guide Rio was a one of a kind! Bohol, Chocolate Hills and the Loboc River Cruise were breath taking. I was able to do the ATV one hour tour to get up close with breath taking views of the Chocolate Hills! The river cruise had greRead more”

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12.Inambakan, Kawasan, and Mantayupan Falls Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 9 reviews · from $105

Travel from Cebu City to three waterfalls with an English-speaking guide and private air-conditioned car. Swim at Inambakan, Kawasan, and Mantayupan, try a bamboo raft at Kawasan, and enjoy help with photos. Bring lunch money, sturdy shoes, swimwear, and a towel.

“We were only able to visit Mantayupan and Kawasan Falls. We found out just before departing Kawasan that the remaining waterfall was undergoing cleaning. We asked for a partial refund and received a £6.91 refund. So we paid £143.82 to visit 2 waterfalls. Wasn't happy.”

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13.Villa Escudero Coconut Plantation Day Trip from Manila

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 9 reviews · from $140

Spend about eight hours traveling from Manila to Villa Escudero, a working coconut plantation with a carabao-drawn cart ride, Filipino artifacts, live music, a buffet beside Labasin Dam, and spring-fed pools. Hotel transport, lunch, admission, and a local guide are included.

“medium, a tourist trap with a dusty and uninteresting museum”

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14.Day Trip to Bohol Highlights

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8 reviews · 8 hours · from $190

Take a fast ferry from Cebu to Bohol, then tour the Blood Compact Monument, Baclayon Church, Bilar Man-Made Forest, tarsier viewing area, Chocolate Hills, and Loboc River. Your English-speaking guide, such as Manuel, handles the day for a group of up to eight.

“Actually I am about to give an excellent score but the only problem is the way the driver drove to those windy and small road. But overall we had a great experience especially the lunch buffet at the floating boat.”

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15.Bohol Island Highlights in One Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 14 hours · from $154

Leave Cebu around 4:00 to 5:00 a.m. for a small-group Bohol tour with an English or Japanese guide. You’ll ride the high-speed boat, visit the Chocolate Hills, tarsier sanctuary, mahogany forest, Loboc River, and Baclayon Church, with lunch, transfers, tickets, and insurance included. Optional ATV riding adds more adventure.

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