Manila City Package
Manila, Philippines
2 Nights
5* Hotel
2 Nights
5* Hotel
The Philippines have 7,641 islands waiting for you, but maybe don't rush straight into them after a long-haul flight. A proper 24-hour reset in Manila means you arrive at your island destination actually relaxed—not just relieved the travel part is over. This optional stopover gives you that buffer before the real adventure begins.
Price per person, double occupancy, from:
€ 1641
Brief itinerary
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Day |
Highlights |
Overnight |
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Day 1: |
Arrival in Manila, stay at a 5-star hotel |
Manila |
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Day 2: |
Manila Culture Circuit |
Manila |
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Day 3: |
Departure |
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Day 1
Arrival & Reset
Landing in Manila after a long flight doesn't have to mean another scramble.
Your private driver will be waiting at NAIA to take you straight to your hotel, whether that's The Peninsula Manila in Makati or another five-star property closer to the airport.
Early arrivals can fit in lunch at the hotel's signature restaurant, a 60-90 minute spa treatment, and optional shopping at Mall of Asia or Greenbelt before dinner.
Late arrivals can check in, unwind, and head straight to your reserved fine-dining table at a Michelin-starred spot like Helm or a romantic landmark restaurant like Blackbird.
Either way, the evening ends with a nightcap at the hotel lounge or a stroll along Manila Bay. Turndown service and late-night snacks are waiting when you're ready to call it.
Overnight: Manila
Day 2
Manila Culture Circuit
Most people skip Manila entirely. But if you've got a later flight, spend the morning seeing why this city matters.
Your guide picks you up after breakfast and takes you straight to Intramuros, the old walled city that survived earthquakes and war. Walk through San Agustin Church (the oldest stone church in the country) and Casa Manila, a restored colonial house that shows how Spanish-Filipino elite actually lived.
Then it's the National Museum. Juan Luna's Spoliarium hangs in the Museum of Fine Arts; this massive painting Filipinos grow up learning about. Downstairs, the Museum of Anthropology holds pre-colonial gold work that reminds you they had thriving cultures long before anyone "discovered" the country.
Lunch is at Ilustrado (heritage dishes in a Spanish-era courtyard) or Barbara's (generous plates, family-run warmth). Both taste like someone's lola (grandma) is in the kitchen.
You’re back at the hotel by early afternoon to rest, freshen up, and enjoy the rest of the day at your own pace, dinner optional. If you want one last meal, Metiz is worth it: Michelin-starred and proudly Filipino.
It's just one morning. But it's the morning that makes the Philippines feel like more than beaches and palm trees.
Overnight: Manila
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 3
Departure
Breakfast is at your own pace with either a buffet or in-room service. If you have time before your flight, the concierge will hold your luggage while you take a quick walk or hit the shops one more time. Your private driver gets you to NAIA with plenty of buffers for check-in.
Meals included: Breakfast
What's Included:
- Private airport transfers (NAIA to hotel, hotel to NAIA)
- 2 nights at The Peninsula Manila 5-star hotel, including breakfast
- Welcome refreshments and turndown service
- Fine-dining dinner reservation (table booking only)
- Concierge assistance and luggage hold
- Private guide for an Intramuros and National Museum tour
- Entrance fees to all sites
Hotel Options
All properties are five-star with in-house spas and fine-dining restaurants:
- The Peninsula Manila (Makati): Classic luxury, grand lobby, central Makati access
- Okada Manila (Entertainment City): Resort-style with casino, multiple dining options, large spa
- Solaire Resort & Casino: Premium dining and spa near the airport
- Raffles Makati: Boutique all-suite with butler service, attached to Ayala Center
- Fairmont Makati: Business-luxe elegance with direct Greenbelt access
Want to Upgrade?
- Suite or club-level access: Lounge perks and upgraded breakfast
- Private airport lounge or fast-track service
- Personal shopper for 2-hour mall session
- In-room romantic setup (great for honeymooners)
- Extended spa package (body scrub, wrap, facial)
Look, Here's the Thing
Everyone wants to go straight to the islands. We get it. But showing up in Palawan or Siargao barely awake from a 15-hour flight isn't the move. You'll spend your first "vacation day" just recovering instead of actually enjoying yourself.
This stopover is your reset button. One night of actual luxury (not airport hotel luxury, real luxury) good food, a massage that actually fixes your back, and if you want it, a morning that shows you Manila isn't just traffic and airports. It's where the country’s whole messy, beautiful history lives.
And honestly? That's worth an extra day.
Talk to us and see how this can fit into your dream travel destination in the Philippines.
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Let us know what you love, where you want to go, and we’ll design a one-of-a-kind adventure you’ll never forget.
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Miriam
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Why should I add a Manila stopover before travelling to the islands?
A 2-night Manila stopover helps you reset after a long-haul flight, so you arrive in Palawan, Siargao, Boracay, or elsewhere feeling genuinely refreshed. With private transfers, a 5-star stay, and optional culture or spa time, you start the Philippines relaxed, not recovering.
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How long is this Manila City Package?
This Manila City Package is 2 nights in a 5-star hotel, with private transfers and an optional culture circuit before departure.
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What is included in the Manila City Package?
Included are private airport transfers (NAIA to hotel and return), 2 nights at a 5-star hotel including breakfast, welcome refreshments and turndown service, a fine-dining dinner reservation (table booking only), concierge assistance and luggage hold, a private guide for an Intramuros and National Museum tour, and entrance fees to all sites.
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Which areas and hotels can I stay in?
All options are five-star properties with in-house spas and fine-dining. Popular choices include The Peninsula Manila (Makati), Okada Manila (Entertainment City), Solaire Resort & Casino, Raffles Makati, and Fairmont Makati.
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What will I do on the Intramuros and National Museum morning?
After breakfast, your private guide takes you through Intramuros, including San Agustin Church and Casa Manila, followed by the National Museum complex. You will have time for a heritage-style Filipino lunch before returning to your hotel and transferring to the airport.
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Are meals included?
Yes. Daily breakfast is included. Lunch and dinner are not included, but we can pre-arrange reservations, including fine dining, depending on your preferences.
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Can this package be customised or upgraded?
Yes. Popular upgrades include suite or club-level access, private airport lounge or fast-track service, a personal shopper session, an in-room romantic setup, and an extended spa package.
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Is this package suitable if I arrive late or have an early flight?
Yes. Late arrivals can simply check in, unwind, and head to a reserved dinner table or relax at the hotel. If your flight schedule is tight, we prioritise private transfers, efficient timing, and concierge support to keep everything smooth.
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