Manila to Taal and Lipa: Private day trip
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About your trip
Explore Batangas' heritage, where preserved colonial architecture meets vibrant market culture in traditional Filipino settings. Discover historic Taal's ancestral houses and religious landmarks, then experience authentic Lipa's local markets and coffee traditions. Your professional driver navigates provincial routes while you uncover the Spanish colonial legacy and contemporary Filipino culture.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Manila whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.Discover more with local expertise
Your driverās local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden cafĆ© here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips youāll love sharing later. This isnāt a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.Explore at your own pace
Your Daytrip driver handles the scenic Batangas route, coordinating heritage site visits and market experiences while you discover colonial architecture and regional culinary traditions in authentic Philippine provincial settings.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.Good to know
- Two-way private car transfer
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Personalized pickup and drop-off
- Professional English-speaking driver
- Complimentary bottled water
- Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
- Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions in Taal Town and Lipa City should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
- Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From ā¬39
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotalā¬116
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Manila
You choose the pickup spot.
1
Taal Town
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 2 hours - admission not included


Step into this remarkable heritage town featuring the largest collection of Spanish colonial and American period houses in the Philippines, showcasing centuries of architectural evolution. Explore the magnificent Taal Basilica, one of Asia's largest Catholic churches, featuring impressive Baroque architecture and religious artifacts. Walk through cobblestone streets lined with ancestral houses now converted into museums, galleries, and traditional craft workshops. Learn about traditional Filipino architecture, including bahay na bato construction techniques and Spanish colonial influence on local building styles. Browse heritage shops selling traditional barong tagalog, formal wear, handwoven textiles, and colonial period reproductions. Experience guided heritage tours explaining the town's role in Philippine independence movements and cultural preservation efforts, maintaining an authentic colonial atmosphere.
2
Lipa City
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 2 hours - admission not included


Enter this vibrant provincial city known as the coffee capital of Batangas, featuring bustling markets, traditional food scenes, and authentic Filipino urban culture. Explore colorful public markets selling fresh tropical produce, regional specialties, and handcrafted items supporting local farming communities. Sample famous Batangas lomi thick noodle soup and traditional kakanin rice delicacies while learning about regional culinary traditions. Visit coffee shops and roasting facilities showcasing Batangas barako coffee cultivation and traditional brewing methods. Browse local industries, including traditional knife making and leather crafts passed through generations of artisan families. Experience an authentic Filipino provincial lifestyle through interaction with market vendors and local families while understanding agricultural heritage and traditional food production.
Back to Manila
Weāll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have any questions, here are the answers.Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! Youāre free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning youāll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.
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