Explore Metro Manila and its environs. Start with a visit to Rizal Park and discover more about the country’s national hero. Enter Intramuros, the “Walled City” once the old city of Manila. Sites to see includes Fort Santiago, the former stronghold of the Spaniards, the Rizal Shrine, a museum which showcases Rizal’s memorabilia, San Agustin Church and its elaborate interiors and collection of religious artifact. Proceed  to Binondo, Manila’s Chinatown andvisit a typical market in Quiapo. Catch a glimpse of the Malacanang Palace, the official residence of the President of the Philippines as you drive towards Roxas Boulevard by the bay where the famous sunset of Manila ca be most enjoyed.

A walking tour of Intramuros starts at Puerta Real, a gate used exclusively by the Spaniards  governor-general, now a popular venue for concerts and theatrical events. Move  on to the seafront complex which includes Baluarte  de SanDiego, one of the oldest fortification in the walled city: the Baluarte de San Jose, the former headquarter of General Douglas MacArthur, among others. Continue to San Agustin Church and explores its beautiful retablos  as well as its big collections of religious artifacts. Cross over to Casa Manila and relive the lifestyle of the elite during the Spanish era. Proceed to the Manila Cathedral, the seal of the archdiocese of Manila. Cut through the Plaza de Roma to reach Fort Santiago. In this fort which sprouted the city of Sulayman Theater. From Fort Santiago, visit Galleon Trade market at Aduana Street. The tour ends at Puerta Isabel II. Return to Hotel

For maximum shopping enjoyment, Divisoria offers a wide range of goods from clothing to home furnishing. Haggling is the norm even if prices seem to be cheap already. After good bargains in Divisoria, proceed to Quiapo Market in Quiapo where you can buy souvenirs at good prices. The merchandise here are mostly handicrafts from different parts of the country. Then, sample various fruits in the colorful San Andres Market. Move on to AyalaCenter, an upscale shopping haven in the business district of Makati. It boasts of two shopping malls, five department stores, cinemas, numerous restaurants and countless boutique. Return to your hotel after your  shopping  spree.