IF THESE WALLS COULD TALK!

Walking Tour of Historic Intramuros 

Almost four years running now, its the most popular tour in the selection and a definite must for beginners in Philippine History. Take a leisurely afternoon walk around a selection of Intramuros’ most stunning structures and take in a humorous analysis of Philippine art, culture, and society from Pre-Hispanic Manila until the present. Ironically irreverent yet informative.

Itinerary:

Fort Santiago (Deluxe Tour Only) 

San Agustin Church and Museum 

Father Blancos Garden 

Casa Manila 

Heart2Heart admires people that promote our very own country!  Heart2Heart loves Carlos Celdran for contributing to the betterment of our society…. as he takes thousands of people all around Manila telling its history.  The great thing about it is that not only do foreigners enjoy it, but because of the popularity of his tours, even Filipinos themselves are taking the tours.   I don’t think we would ever have gone to these places if not for Carlos.  He makes the tours so interesting that everyone enjoys listening.  

He started the tour by telling us to sing the Philippine National Anthem, “Lupang Hinirang.”  I thought he was joking, but we really did sing the whole anthem! I am so glad the kids were with us,  Everyone learned so much.  We were very impressed with San Agustin church.  It was a first time for most of us and we would just hear about it through our friend, Father Galende, who runs the church.  Beautiful!!! It was like we were in Europe!  The museum is very well done and well maintained.  Great work Father!  

What a beautiful church!!  No one wonder there is a wedding every hour on the hour!     

Our next stop was right across the street from the church…… A beautiful old house which you hardly see anymore in Manila.  

I wish there were many more people like Carlos…And the last thing he said to end the tour which was so meaningful and true was “If you want to change the look of Manila, you have to change the way you look at Manila!”

 A MAN WHO IS TRYING TO CHANGE THE WAY YOU LOOK AT MANILA – ONE STEP AT A TIME.

  TELEPHONE: (02)4844945 TEXT/CELL:(0920)9092021 OR EMAIL: CELDRANTOURS@HOTMAIL.COM

Information taken from Carlos’ website: 

TOURS! TOURS! TOURS! 

IF THESE WALLS COULD TALK! 

Intramuros Regular Walking Tour

San Agustin, Casa Manila (2 hours)

Note: Tour has slightly mature content. Recommended for ages eight (8) above

Php600.00 adultsPhp250.00 students*

Additional fees:

Php50.00 – Casa Manila fee  Php25.00 for students  

Php80.00 –San Agustin museum fee Php50.00for students

Philippine schools only*

PRIVATE TOUR: Available upon request. 

All Tours Begin and end at San Agustin Church.

San Agustin Church

Calles Gen Luna and RealManila 1002 Philippines(632) 5274060

And Have Lunch or Dinner at La Cocina De Tita Moningafter the tour.

IF THESE WALLS COULD TALK! Deluxe Tour

Includes San Agustin Museum, Fort Santiago, and Casa Manila (3 hours)

Note: Tour has slightly mature content. Recommended for ages eight (8) years above 

Php700.00Php250.00 students*

Additional fees:Php50.00 – Fort Santiago feePhp25.00 for students

Php80.00 – San Agustin Museum feePhp50.00 for students

Php50.00 – Casa Manila feePhp25.00 for students

Philippine schools only*

PRIVATE TOUR: Available upon request.

All tours begin at Fort Santiago and end at Casa Manila

Fort Santiago

Santa Clara Street Intramuros(632) 5271572

Casa ManilaCalle Real del Palacio (Gen. Luna Street)Intramuros(632) 5274084

And Have Lunch or Dinner at La Cocina De Tita Moning  after the tour. 

THE NORTH BANK!

Walking Tour of Escolta and Quiapo and the North Side of the Pasig River

Rizal Avenue and the Escolta was Manila’s premier shopping district until the 1970’s when the rise of Makati Commercial Center and the construction of the LRT somewhat diminished their distinction. Now revitalized through efforts by the local government, the area has been cleaned up and rehabilitated as a pedestrian promenade. Most of its mid-20th century historic charm remains and its still the cheapest place in Manila to buy shoes, hardware, appliances, clothes, sex gadgets, jewelery, pearls, beauty queen tiaras, voodoo potions, flowers, handicrafts, videos, and electronics.

Itinerary: 

Calvo Building and Escolta Museum Escolta StreetPlaza Santa Cruz Rizal AvenueEvangelista Street Market Quiapo Church Villalobos Street

Note: Recommended for all ages.Php500.00 adults Php250.00 students*

Additional fees:Php50.00 – Escolta Museum feePhilippine schools only*

PRIVATE TOUR: Available upon request.

All tours meet at the Polland Hopia Cafe in frontof the Pasig River Ferry ESCOLTA stop on Escolta St.Santa Cruz 

LIVING LA VIDA IMELDA!

Architectural tour of the Cultural Center of the Philippines Complex as seen through the life and aspirations of Imelda Romualdez Marcos

It’s a tour all about the Philippines in the 1970’s and the tumultous era of Martial Law, bell-bottom jeans, and Miss Universe. Its a little bit disco, a little bit New Society, and completely Imeldific. So come take a trippy trip through National Artist for Architecture Leandro Locsins finest buildings as we analyze one of the most controversial periods in Philippine history as seen through the life and ambitions of the lady who defined it, Imelda Romualdez Marcos.

Itinerary:  

The Cultural Center of the Philppines and Grounds 

Note: Tour has slightly adult content. Recommended for ages 15 above.

Php650.00 adultsPhp350.00 students

PRIVATE TOUR: Available upon request.

All tours begin at the CCP Little Theatre Lobby.

The Cultural Center of the Philippines Roxas Boulevard corner P. Ocampo (Vito Cruz) Malate (632) 832 1125 

ALL THE WAY DOWN TO CHINATOWN!

Historical Tour of Binondo and San Nicolas

Rediscover Chinatown! Let’s take an afternoon stroll and rediscover the charms of one of Manila’s oldest districts. We’ll ride a horse drawn coach and check out much of its remaining 19th century architecture. The tour will be capped by a visit to a Buddhist temple and a traditional chinese pastry shop. This is essentially a free tour. Donations of any amount will be accepted.

Itinerary:

Plaza Calderon dela Barca (Plaza Ruiz)Binondo Church Old San Nicolas Streets (Jaboneros, Sevilla, Madrid)The Kipuja Street Temple Ongpin Street

Walking and Calesa Ride through Binondo and San Nicolas

Note: Recommended for all ages.

Php250.00 for the one hour calesa (carriage) rideplus a donation of any amount.

PRIVATE TOUR: Available upon request.Php600.00Php250.00 students

All tours begin and end at Binondo Church. Binondo Church Quentin Paredes Street at Plaza Calderon de la Barca Binondo (632) 2424850

ROCK OUT!

Rediscover the Rock(The Overnight tour to the Island of Corregidor) 

COST:Php 4,400.00 per person.

Child without bed: Php 3,300.00

Single occupancy for one room Php5,400.00And be sure to bring a little snack or drink to the sunset potluck cocktail too.

Contact: Kristine Castro 5268888 loc. 9502 or anyone from the Reservations Department of Sun Cruises for more information and current rates.  

DO IT YOURSELF (DIY) TOUR:EVANGELISTA QUE LINDA!

Afternoon tea and window shopping throughthe flea markets of Evangelista Street in Bangkal, Makati

Places to visit:

Fat Michaels Restaurant Evangelista Street Apolinario Street Hison Street

Call/text Jude Mancuyas at Fat Michael’s Place for directions and to obtain a map of the neighborhood.Tel: 8431953 or 8442638Cell: 0917 4078528 

Window shopping through the flea markets of one of Manila’s emerging neighborhoods of cool: Bangkal, Makati

ANYTIME EXCEPT SUNDAYS 

Fat Michael’s is located at 1354 Gen Lacuna St. Bangkal Makati. (turn right at Makati Apartelle from southbound lane of South Super Hiway before the Magallanes Interchange).Call Fat Michael’s Place Tel.8442638 or 8431953 for directions to their restaurant and for the free map. Ask for Jude Mancuyas. I highly recommend their food. Simple slow fare. Not a greasy spoon at all.

OTHER TOUR COSTS:

PRIVATE STUDENT TOUR RATE:

Php250.00 per person(Minimum group of 25 pax)*Philippine schools only*

Note:Public school students and teachers go free for all regular tours.Please call to reserve though. The free slots are limited per tour.

ALL TOURS ARE IN ENGLISH*

Please note that itineraries may change at last minutes notice due to weather or accessibility. Please ALWAYS confirm your attendence.No email or text to confirm. No reservations.

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