Top Philippines Horseback Riding

Make the most of your time at shore and explore Old Manila on this private half-day excursion. Visit key landmarks including the old city walls, Fort Santiago, the historic San Agustin Church, and Casa Manila, which shows what life was like during colonial times. Enjoy a ride on a calesa, a 2-wheeled horse-drawn carriage, around parts of the city.

Step back in time and discover the charm of Old Manila through a traditional Kalesa ride around the historic Walled City of Intramuros. Feel the nostalgia as your horse-drawn carriage takes you past centuries-old walls, cobblestone streets, and Spanish colonial landmarks that shaped the nation’s history. Your journey includes visits to Fort Santiago, Manila Cathedral, San Agustin Church, Casa Manila, and more — each telling a story of faith, culture, and resilience. Along the way, your local guide will share fascinating tales from the Spanish era to World War II, bringing the past to life. Perfect for history lovers, families, and first-time visitors, this tour offers a relaxing and scenic way to experience Manila’s heritage. Capture Instagram-worthy moments, learn about the country’s colorful past, and relive the grandeur of old Manila — one Kalesa ride at a time.

This is a half-day historical tour of Intramuros, the walled city of Manila. Our tour is in storytelling format that talks about the important events that shaped the Philippines. If you only have half-a-day to spend and wanted to hear story more than the fast-paced picture-taking city tours, this is the tour for you and your group. This is a history-and-culture-anchored tour that involves part walking, horse-back riding (when there are more than 4 tourists) and museum visits. We curated this tour to tell more than 400 years of history in less than 4 hours.