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Day Trip in Oslob (Cebu): Things to Do + Itinerary

Oslob is a coastal town in the southern area of Cebu, popularly known for its whale shark activity where you can swim up close with whale sharks in the ocean. It’s a must-visit when you’re in the province. We visited here on a day trip during an outreach trip. Here’s our Day Trip Guide to Oslob, Cebu!

P.S. If you’re exploring the south, don’t forget to read about our Day Tour in Moalboal & Kawasan Falls and Travel Guide to Moalboal .

From Cebu City

From badian, update: why we don’t recommend this anymore, sumilon island, tumalog falls, sunset viewing in osmena peak, reminders and tips, budget and expenses, what to read next:, how to get to oslob (cebu).

There are different ways to get to Oslob.

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From Cebu City, travel time is 2.5-3 hours.

• From Cebu South Terminal, ride a bus to Bato via Lilo-an (P155 per person, 3 hours). Inform the driver know to drop you off at the whale shark activity site or resort you’re heading to.
• Alternatively, you can also ride a van (P150 per person, 2.5 hours) at the GT Express Terminal along Junquera Street. Get off at Oslob town proper and then ride a tricycle or habal-habal to the whale shark activity site.
• Ride a bus to Bato and get off at the last stop. Transfer to a bus bound for Cebu City and get off at Oslob. Let the driver know you are going to the whale shark activity site or else you will be dropped off at the town center (10 km away), where you will need to take another ride.
• You can also rent a scooter for a minimal fee. This is a good option for budget travelers who are exploring the south for a few days.

Oslob Day Tour itinerary

Here is a sample itinerary for your day tour in Oslob.

7AM – 8AM Whale shark activity 8:30AM – 11AM Sumilon Island Lunch 1PM – 3PM Tumalog Falls 4:30 – 5:30PM Sunset at Osmena Peak 6PM End of tour

If you’re coming from Cebu City, it’s best to leave at 3 or 4AM so you’ll arrive early in the morning.

Here are the activities you can do on a day trip to Oslob.

Whale shark watching

Oslob is mostly known for its whale shark activity. Here, you have to ride a boat to an area where you can see the whale sharks up close. Sightings are guaranteed all year round.

The whale shark activity is located in Barangay Tan-Awan. Once you get here, you can find resorts offering boat tours to the whale shark area. The activity starts with an orientation where you will be reminded (1) to not touch the whale sharks and (2) to avoid wearing sunscreen.

First of all, we were amazed that the whale shark area isn’t very far from the shore. In fact, we could already see the tour boats before boarding.

The experience was great. The whale sharks glide in the water in ones or twos and threes, mouths hanging open. It was difficult to swim though since the currents were strong. Our guides were helpful in taking pictures. I was wearing a lifevest so one guide pushed me down the water while another took photos with our action camera.

What I noticed though is that it was easy to touch or hit the whale sharks unintentionally, due to the strong current and the fact that the whale sharks swim too close to humans.

• The activity starts from 5:30AM to 12 noon only. It’s best to get in the wharf early in the morning before the current gets strong.
• The activity is good for 30 minutes only.
• Bring an action camera. If you don’t have any, you can rent one with CD copy for P550.

After this trip, I’d read about whale shark watching in Oslob and learned that it is harmful to the whale sharks for various reasons . If you still want to have a whale shark encounter, a good alternative is that in Donsol, Sorsogon, where whale sharks are left in the wild.

Here’s further reading on ethical animal encounters around the world.

Sumilon Island is a private island famous for its picturesque sand bar. Bluewater Sumilon Island Resort is located here, but it is also open for day passes.

The island is just several minutes away from the main beach in Tan-Awan. You can arrange a boat trip to Sumilon Island.

We stayed here for a few hours, and it was time well spent. The water was clear and from there were different shades of blue.

• Day pass starts from 7AM to 5PM.
• If you’re on a day tour, you can only stay in the sand bar area.
• There are no stores here. Bring packed lunch or food from the stores or restaurant in Oslob’s beachfront.

Tumalog Falls is a 15-minute ride from the resort area. Ride a habal-habal to get here.

Tumalog Falls is an 80- to 100-meter high waterfall with umbrella-like formations, similar to Ulan-Ulan Falls in Biliran . The water falls gently into a man-made pool, which then flows down to smaller pools. The pool is a beautiful light blue. It’s shallow so it’s safe for kids, but it’s also freezing cold.

All I can say is that Tumalog Falls is lovely. It’s high so it’s difficult to capture whole in the camera. It’s also one of the best waterfalls in the Philippines I’ve seen as of yet. I highly recommend including this stop in your Oslob day trip itinerary.

Interestingly, I googled Tumalog Falls after the trip and noticed that the cement pool walls were a recent addition. I think I would’ve preferred it au naturale, but I understand that the local government also has to make it more “palatable” and “easy” for visitors. Anyway, as long as it’s clean and properly managed, I’m happy.

Sunset viewing in Osmena Peak is a wonderful way to finish your day trip in Oslob.

To get here, ride a bus bound for Cebu and ask the driver to drop you off at at Dalaguete (pronounced Dalaget), which is three towns away. From there, hire a habal-habal or multicab to take you to Osmena Peak.

Osmena Peak is one of the highest points in Cebu. It’s famous for its natural rugged peaks and a favorite stop for those who want to see the sunrise or sunset.

You can choose to hire a guide. The trek is relatively easy and takes only 20 minutes to reach the peak.

Here are some reminders and tips when planning your Oslob day tour:

• If you have more time, you can also visit Oslob Heritage Park , where you can explore a museum and Spanish-era buildings. Entrance is free.
• This is the usual day trip itinerary in Oslob. An alternative to the afternoon schedule includes visiting Tumalog Falls and then heading to the town of Samboan to visit its 3 waterfalls: Aguinid Falls , Dao Falls , and Binalayan Falls . However, you won’t have time to trek to Osmena Peak. (Another nearby waterfall is Kawasan Falls , although this one is best visited on a half-day tour.)
• This day trip can be done DIY. You can also booked packaged tours online.

Here are the current rates ( Updated as of 2020 ):

In a group of 5 people, a safe budget is P1400-1500 per person .

That concludes our guide for day trip in Oslob! Has this been helpful to you? Let us know in the comments below!

Visiting Cebu? Here are other posts you might be interested at:

• Day Tour in Oslob
• Day Trip in Moalboal and Kawasan Falls
• Travel Guide to Moalboal
• Travel Guide to Bantayan Island and Top Things to Do in Bantayan Island
• Travel Guide to Malapascua Island

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Katherine Cortes is a long-time backpacker and a freelance writer/editor. She likes beaches, snorkeling trips, and relaxing staycations (preferably with bath tubs!).

20 Comments

Kristine adan.

Hi! Thank you. Your blog is very helpful. I have a question. Do you know when’s the first trip of the vans going to Oslob? Thank you!

Hi! Did you guys just do this tour by yourselves or you availed a tour package from a tour agency? Many thanks!

Katherine Cortes

DIY lang but there’s a lot of tour agencies offering this type of tour rin naman.

hi! can you share info regarding boat rental? I’ve been looking through FB, but all are linked to a tour package. we only need a pumpboat for the Sumilon island trip

Hello. You can ask at the resorts in the area once you arrive. Ganun lang rin ginawa namin.

Im so xcite because i read a lot about in cebu theres a lot of fun..this is my list bucket for my vacation dis coming december in the philippines…i never canceled to go there with my family..thanks for sharing the xpirience in cebu

Hi. Just want to know if you can book directly in oslob for the swimming with the whale sharks? And can we join other groups for this activity to cut the cost since the tours i’ve seen in various websites are expensive for 2persons? Thank you.

Hi Em. Pls read our update. We don’t recommend the whale shark activity in Oslob – https://www.taraletsanywhere.com/swimming-with-whale-sharks-philippines/

Alana Delia

Thanks so much for this! I am planning my first trip with my sister and filipino boyfriend to do this travel together in south cebu,looking forward to it! Thanks

I’m planning a day tour for Oslob for my family. Would you know any beach resorts around the area where we can wash up?

2traveldads

What a beautiful place and an incredible experience! I feel like 4 meters is still too close for the creatures’ own comfort though, when considering their size in comparison. Was this area baited/krill-stocked to attract the sharks? I’ve read of that being done, which would be my only concern with visiting.

I think so, yes. It turns out there’s a controversy about whale shark watching, with environmentalists saying it changes the natural behavior of the sea animals. I think whale shark watching in Donsol, Sorsogon, is a good alternative to Oslob.

Adrenaline Romance

Amazing trip! On your next trip, try the other side as suggested by Mustachio. There’s snorkeling and scuba diving in Moalboal, falls hopping in Samboan, and more! Cebu has so many adventures and sites to visit. 🙂

Next time we’ll do that! 🙂 We only had a day to spare because we were on a connecting flight to Siargao then.

Have you been to the southwest municipalities in Cebu? I recommend boating/snorkeling in Moalboal, canyoneering in Alegria (though I haven’t tried this myself), going to the waterfalls in Samboan, Ginatilan, and Badian.

Haven’t yet! This is literally the only time I’ve been in Cebu haha. 🙂 But I’ve been seeing so much photos of Moalboal, Alegria and the waterfalls you’ve mentioned I think it’s time I actually schedule another visit.

I love the beach and the falls, swimming w/ whale sharks seems fun, but according to studies, it disrupted the normal behaviour of this gentle creatures.

Cai Dominguez- Travelosyo

I never been to the southern part of Cebu, I’ve been planning to visit oslob ever since. I love to do diving with Butandings too that’s sooo awesome. Lovely beach plus falls. Ohhh Cebu has a lot to offer. By the way, I explored the northern part of the Province when I went there 🙂

donnamariebb

The beach in Sumilon looks amazing!

Yes it does. 🙂 We plan to go back and stay in the resort.

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Oslob Itinerary 2024: 2D1N Itinerary and Budget (Whale Shark Watching, Sumilon Island, Tumalog Falls)

• April 21, 2023
• January 14, 2024
• Oslob , South Cebu , Sumilon Island

Oslob is home to the famous whale shark-watching activity in Cebu. Our Oslob Itinerary for 2 Days highlights our recommended schedule of activities and a breakdown of expenses in Oslob.

Oslob is one of the most popular tourist spots in South Cebu for its whale sharks. However, there is more to Oslob than these gentle giants.

Our Oslob Itinerary includes the following tourist spots and things to do:

• Whale shark watching
• Tumalog Falls
• Sumilon Island
• Cuartel Ruins
• Museo Oslob

By the end of this sample itinerary, you will find out the total budget for this Oslob and Sumilon Island itinerary.

Oslob and Sumilon Island Itinerary for 2 Days

Where to stay in oslob, cebu, island front – bangcogon resort and restaurant – best budget accommodation in oslob.

Overall Rating: 8.2/10

Wi-Fi Rating: 9.2/10

Location: Bangcogon, Oslob, Cebu

Nearest Beach: Has private beach access

Pobla Hotel

Overall Rating: 9.1/10

Wi-Fi Rating: 7.8/10

Location: Aragones Street, Oslob, Cebu

Nearest Beach: 3 minutes from Quartel Beach

Billy’s Resort Oslob

Overall Rating: 7.6/10

Wi-Fi Rating: Unrated

Location: Looc, Oslob, Cebu

Nearest Beach: Walking distance to Lagunde Beach and Looc Beach

You can find more accommodations in Oslob.

Trip to Oslob Budget for 2 Days

For this Oslob DIY tour, your budget would come out to  5,250 (~94 USD) , including meals, a night’s accommodation, transportation, and tours and activity fees.

Note that you can drastically lower your expenses by sharing with other people. For example, you can share accommodation costs with your friends or choose to stay at cheaper hostels.

South Cebu Itinerary

While we understand that some of us don’t have all the time in the world, we highly recommend spending a couple of more days exploring South Cebu, including Moalboal, Badian, Alegria, Samboan, Oslob, and Sumilon Island.

Our 6D5N South Cebu Itinerary guides you on your schedule of activities and a breakdown of expenses for this trip.

If you have questions, drop them in the comments. I will get back to you ASAP!

For updates, follow CEBU INSIDER on Facebook , Twitter , and Instagram .

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Mario is the Founder of CEBU INSIDER . In March 2018, he left his full-time job at the Philippines' biggest TV network and became a digital nomad, traveling all over the country until the pandemic happened. He now calls Cebu City his home.

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Results and Highlights from the 2024 Tour of Flanders

The world champion attacked on the Koppenberg and he was no match for the rest of the riders in the Ronde van Vlaanderen.

Grey skies and consistent rain: it must be the Tour of Flanders.

The conditions were fitting for the the second Monument of the season—arguably the best of the bunch. The 2024 Ronde van Vlaanderen brought more thrills as we continue to chug through the best part of the cycling season.

Here’s how both the men’s and women’s races played out at the 2024 Tour of Flanders.

Van der Poel captures record-tying third Flanders victory

Mathieu van der Poel won the 2024 Tour of Flanders, making his definitive move with 43 kilometers to go, and once he did, he left no doubt about it.

It was a vintage cycling scene up the brutal cobbled Koppenberg with 43km to go in the race. It was there that it was all blown apart. Van der Poel laid waste to the rest of the field up the treacherous climb, that gets as steep as 22% at its worst. While many of the riders had to dismount their bikes and try to run up the hill, van der Poel (have you heard he’s a cyclocross star?) stormed ahead. His advantage only grew after that, and it quickly became apparent that it was a race for second.

The world champion and Alpecin-Deceuninck leader solo’d for the last hour of the race. It’s van der Poel’s third win at the Tour of Flanders, tying six others for the most wins in the Momument’s history.

Pedersen tried some interesting tactics to try and steal it from van der Poel. The Ghent-Wevelgem winner from a few weeks ago gapped the peloton with over 86km to go. He was able to establish an advantage over 25 seconds, but was eventually reeled back in before the Paterberg.

Luca Mozzato (Arkéa-B&B Hotels) was a surprise second place, out-sprinting a strong field of riders at the end to grab a podium spot, 1:02 behind van der Poel. Nils Politt (UAE Team Emirates) was third in the same time with Michael Matthews (Team Jayco-AlUla) relegated.

9 years after her first Flanders victory, Longo Borghini wins for a record second time

While the men’s race lacked drama in the final hour, the women’s race packed a ton of action into the last 45 kilometers, once the riders got on the nasty Koppenberg. In the end, Elisa Longo Borghini sprinted to the win—with the help of a teammate—to win the Tour of Flanders for the second time in her career, nine years after winning the race in 2015.

Longo Borghini won a three rider sprint to the finish over her Lidl-Trek teammate Shirin van Anrooij and Kasia Niewiadoma (Canyon–SRAM). Van Anrooji provided the leadout for Longo Borghini, who seized the opportunity at the end and out-sprinted Niewiadoma for the victory.

Longo Borghini is the fifth rider to win the Tour of Flanders twice. No rider has ever won three. It was a 1-3 finish for the Lidl-Trek squad to cap off a big day for the team.

The Koppenberg proved to be a pivotal moment in the race. The unbelievably steep climb—made no easier by wet and rainy conditions—claimed many victims. It broke the race apart, with two-time defending champion Lotte Kopecky, as well as her SD Worx-Protime teammate Demi Vollering, among many others losing ground

Those two, along with van Anrooij, were able to make their way back to the lead group. Van Anrooij wasted no time and launched an attack off the front when the chasers rejoined the lead group. From there, she was able to gap the field.

With 12km to go, Longo Borghini and Niewiadoma caught van Anrooij, and the chase group—including Kopecky, Vollering, and Marianne Vos—didn’t have the power to bridge the gap to the three leaders and it set up to be a three-rider race to the finish.

Longo Borghini handled the Koppenberg well, and rode arguably the most consistent race of the other contenders in the race. Surely, that helped her in the end, as she was able to catch van Anrooji for the run into the finish, and sprint to the win.

There was no three-peat for the world champion Kopecky, who won Flanders in 2022 and 2023. Going for a record third win in the classic, she spent much of the latter part of the race chasing down gaps. Vos took fourth, winning the sprint of the best of the rest on the day.

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Singing in the rain: Untouchable Van der Poel wins Tour of Flanders for record-equaling 3rd time

Netherland’s Mathieu van der Poel of the Alpecin-Deceuninck team holds his bike up at the finish line after taking first place in the Tour of Flanders in Oudenaarde, Belgium on Sunday, March 31, 2024. (AP Photo/Geert Vanden Wijngaert)

Elisa Longo-Borghini of the Lidl-Trek team, center, crosses the finish line to take first place in the Tour of Flanders in Oudenaarde, Belgium on Sunday, March 31, 2024. (AP Photo/Geert Vanden Wijngaert)

Netherland’s Mathieu van der Poel of the Alpecin-Deceuninck team, center, is congratulated after taking first place in the Tour of Flanders in Oudenaarde, Belgium on Sunday, March 31, 2024. (AP Photo/Geert Vanden Wijngaert)

Netherland’s Mathieu van der Poel of the Alpecin-Deceuninck team reacts after crossing the finish line to take first place in the Tour of Flanders in Oudenaarde, Belgium on Sunday, March 31, 2024. (AP Photo/Geert Vanden Wijngaert)

Netherland’s Mathieu Van Der Poel, center left, rides with the pack through the historical center of Oudenaarde, Belgium, during the Tour of Flanders on Sunday, March 31, 2024. (AP Photo/Geert Vanden Wijngaert)

Norway’s Jonas Abrahamson of the Uno-X Mobility team, center, and Serbia’s Dusan Rajovic of the Bahrain Victorious team, center right, ride with the pack through the historical center of Oudenaarde, Belgium, during the Tour of Flanders on Sunday, March 31, 2024. (AP Photo/Geert Vanden Wijngaert)

Netherland’s Mathieu Van Der Poel, center, rides with the pack through the historical center of Oudenaarde, Belgium, during the Tour of Flanders on Sunday, March 31, 2024. (AP Photo/Geert Vanden Wijngaert)

Elisa Longo-Borghini of the Lidl-Trek team, center, speaks with the media after crossing the finish line to take first place in the Tour of Flanders in Oudenaarde, Belgium on Sunday, March 31, 2024. (AP Photo/Geert Vanden Wijngaert)

Elisa Longo-Borghini of the Lidl-Trek team crosses the finish line to take first place in the Tour of Flanders in Oudenaarde, Belgium on Sunday, March 31, 2024. (AP Photo/Geert Vanden Wijngaert)

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OUDENAARDE, Belgium (AP) — World champion Mathieu van der Poel was untouchable in tough, rainy conditions on Sunday as the Dutch rider claimed a record-equaling third win at the Tour of Flanders cobbled classic, one of cycling’s most challenging one-day races.

In the absence of several rivals, Van der Poel was the favorite from the start. He met expectations in style with a long-range attack in a brutal climb.

The Tour of Flanders is one of the “monuments” of cycling — the five most prestigious one-day events in the sport — along with Milan-San Remo, Paris-Roubaix, Liege-Bastogne-Liege and the Giro di Lombardia.

First held in 1913, the race is also known as De Ronde (The Tour). It features multiple short but punishing climbs and is one of the two classics with cobblestone sections along with Paris-Roubaix.

Elisa Longo Borghini won the women’s race to claim a second title following her 2015 victory in Flanders. She won a sprint ahead of Kasia Niewiadoma and Shirin van Anrooij.

Van der Poel attacked from a group of contenders in the ascent of the Koppenberg, with about 45 kilometers (28 miles) left in the race.

Ivan Garcia Cortina, the lone remaining breakaway rider, had a mechanical problem and was swallowed on the cobbles made slippery by the rain. Most of the riders had to dismount and walk up the iconic climb while Van der Poel, sitting firmly on his saddle, used his immense power to reach the top of the hill first, and then destroyed the field.

Spurred on by thousands of vociferous fans lining the roads, Van der Poel did not look back afterward and opened a huge gap as he continued his amazing solo effort in the remaining climbs. Van der Poel slowed down near the finish and, once he crossed the line, held up his bike in triumph.

Van der Poel joined a group of riders with the most Tour of Flanders wins (3), along with Achiel Buysse, Fiorenzo Magni, Eric Leman, Johan Museeuw, Tom Boonen and Fabian Cancellara.

Luca Mozzato was the best of the chasers to clinch second place, ahead of Nils Politt after Michael Matthews was relegated from third to 11th following a jury decision.

Defending champion Tadej Pogacar skipped the race this year, focusing instead on his preparations for Liege-Bastogne-Liege on April 21 and the Giro d’Italia in May. Other big names missing included Wout van Aert and fellow Belgian rider Jasper Stuyven, who were both ruled out after crashing at high speed during a preparation event last week.

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Tour of Flanders 2024: Mathieu van der Poel converts Koppenberg attack into third triumph

The 29-year-old broke clear from a chase group on the cobbled climb with around 45km to go on his way to victory, as Elisa Longo Borghini took the women's race.

World road cycling champion Mathieu van der Poel joined an exclusive club of three-time Tour of Flanders (Ronde van Vlaanderen) winners after soloing to a comfortable victory in the 2024 race on Sunday (31 March).

Van der Poel had sat back in the peloton early, only bridging across to the lead group with around 87km to go. After another attack went clear, van der Poel caught the leaders on the penultimate ascent of the Oude Kwaremont at 45km to go.

Movistar's Iván García went clear on the descent but suffered two hills later on the slippery cobbled Koppenberg climb, on which Van der Poel launched his decisive attack.

From there, he was unmatched. The chasers had no answer for the world champion, who imposed himself on the race and opened an unassailable lead. Eventually, the chase group seemed to settle on racing for the minor podium spots.

The Alpecin-Deceuninck rider's lead grew close to two minutes, and while his advantage shrunk on the flat final 10km run to the line in Oudenaarde, no one was able to catch him.

Van der Poel crossed the line in six hours five minutes and 23 seconds, slowing up in the final metres before getting off his bike immediately after finishing to lift it into the cold, rainy air in celebration.

"My season is already a success. Winning the Tour of Flanders in the world champion jersey is a dream come true and I need a few moments to let it sink in," Van der Poel said after the race.

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After previous wins in 2020 and 2022, the Dutchman became the seventh man to win the race a record three times. It was his second triumph of the season after winning the E3 Saxo Classic last Friday.

Behind him, Alberto Bettiol and Dylan Teuns both went clear of the remaining chasers with around 20km to go, and held off multiple attempts to bring them back until the final sprint, when they finally cracked.

A group of nine managed to catch Bettiol and Teuns, with Italy's Luca Mozzato (Arkéa-B&B Hotels) taking second place in a photo finish ahead of Michael Matthews . However, Matthews was later relegated by the race commisaires to the back of the group, giving third to German Nils Politt of UAE Team Emirates. Van der Poel's eventual gap to Mozzato and the chasers was 1:02.

After the race, the Dutchman was not ready to discuss the next crown in the classics calendar – Paris-Roubaix next weekend – quite yet.

"I cannot think about Roubaix yet… it was one of the hardest races I've ever done with the weather circumstances. I was really completely empty the last 10k to the finish line – I just closed my eyes and tried to get there as fast as possible."

The women's Tour of Flanders went to Elisa Longo Borghini in a race dominated by her Lidl-Trek team.

Shirin van Anrooij made a solo attack just over 20km from the finish and was joined by teammate Longo Borghini and Katarzyna Niewiadoma with 12km to go.

The three were together at the finish, and Italy's two-time Olympic bronze medallist won the sprint with Niewiadoma second and van Anrooij celebrating a team triumph in third.

Longo Borghini is the fifth woman to win two Tour of Flanders having been victorious in 2015. World road race champion Lotte Kopecky , who was seeking a third consecutive title, finished in fifth place.

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• Private air-conditioned car transfers
• Day 1: Whale Shark Watching + Sumilon Island Sandbar
• Pick up hotel or Mactan airport and drop off hotel in Oslob after the tour using private car/van transportation
• Local guide
• A boat ride and life vest
• All entrance and watching fees
• Watching from the boat or snorkeling with the whale sharks for 30 minutes
• Light Breakfast / Snacks for late pick-up
• Lunch with one round of soft drinks or bottled water
• Optional side trips to Tumalog waterfalls, monkey watching, and cuartel ruins
• Trip to Sumilon island sandbar with round trip boat transportation
• Day 2: Canyoneering in Badian
• Pick up hotel in Oslob and drop off Cebu City or Mactan airport
• Trained and municipal tourism accredited local guide
• A motorbike ride to jump-off point
• Entrance fees
• Life jacket
• Rubber Shoes
• Waterproof Drybag
• Picture taking and swimming in Kawasan falls

Package Exclusions

• Round trip airfare
• Sumilon island sand bar – snorkeling gear
• Meals that are not stated above
• Travel Insurance

Day 1 - Oslob Whale shark watching + Tumalog Falls + Sumilon island sand bar

• Pick up Mactan Airport (latest is 6:00 AM) / Cebu City hotel / Mactan hotel
• Whale shark watching + Tumalog falls + Sumilon island sand bar
• Check in hotel after tour
• Free and Easy

Day 2 - Canyoneering Adventure then drop off Cebu City / Mactan

• 7:00 AM – Pick up hotel in Oslob
• 8:00 AM – Arrival in Badian, gear preparation
• 9:00 AM – Start of Canyoneering
• 12:00 PM – End of Canyoneering
• 1:00 PM – Depart Badian
• 4:00 PM Estimated drop off Cebu City / Mactan airport

Important Notes Before You Book

• Check in time is 2:00 pm / 3:00 pm  and check out time is 12:00nn / 11:00 am depending on hotels
• Room sharing: 1 (single), 2 (twin), 3 (triple or single & double (depending on hotel without extra bed)), 4( twin x 2 or quadruple x 2), 5 (twin, triple), 6 (triple x 2), 7 (twin x 2, triple, or quad and triple), 8 ( twin, triple x 2), 9 ( triple x 3), 10 ( twin x 2, triple x 2), 11 (twin, triple x 3), 12 (triple x 4)
• Booking will be confirmed only after receiving the advance payment and on the availability of hotels mentioned, we do not block rooms at the time of sending a confirmation
• In case of non-availability of rooms in the mentioned hotels, this will be communicated to you and will give you different options, and the rate of the package will increase or decrease depending on the hotel selection
• In case you are not convinced with the new options, the advance paid will be refunded without deducting any service charge and this needs to be communicated to us the day after we send the new hotel list
• We strongly suggest you check the reviews and locations of the hotels mentioned to make sure it is as per your preferences before confirming the package. Change of hotel upon arrival would charge retention
• Island Trek Tours does not have any hidden charges except your meals not mentioned and personal incidental expenses
• During the journey, if someone asks for extra money, you may inform us and we will not be responsible if you pay the amount without our concern
• Vehicle to be used for transfers and tours: Sedan 1-3 pax, MPV/AUV for 4 – 6 persons, and Van for 7 to 12 persons
• Tour packages can be customized, ex. add Pescador island hopping after canyoneering or replace canyoneering with other tours. Just fill up the inquiry form for customization requests.
• Rates are subject to change without prior notice.

Activity Policy​

Activity requirements.

• Only 12 years old and above can join canyoneering
• Canyoneering participants must be in good health and can walk to rough terrains (30 minutes walk)

Whale Shark No Sighting Policy

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Free cancellation for at least  a week noticed prior to departure time, otherwise will be based on our Terms and Conditions .

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We want to inform you that the Island Trek Tours office will be closed on March 29, 2024 (Friday) .

During this time, online chat and calls are not accessible. But still, we will be providing email support on your immediate needs and concerns, should there be any. Kindly expect minor delays in responses during this day.

Online reservations for March 30 will still be accepted and arranged accordingly.

Oslob Private Van Transfer between Cebu, Mactan or Mandaue City

• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Private transportation
• Any diversions
• Mactan Intl Airport, Philippines
• Passenger Terminal 1, PIER 1, 7WV5+554, Quezon Blvd, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu, Philippines
• Wheelchair accessible
• Stroller accessible
• Infants must sit on laps
• Transportation is wheelchair accessible
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Most travelers can participate
• This is a one way transfer.
• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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Oslob Car Hire and Transfers

Oslob, Cebu is widely known for its whale shark watching , Tumalog falls  and Sumilon island . There are lots of ways to visit Oslob and one of those ways is renting a private car.

Instead of taking a bus in going to Oslob, Cebu Tours is now offering an Oslob car hire and transfers tour service which will take you to Oslob’s most famous tourist spots with an experienced driver who is also accredited by the Department of Tourism .  Availing this service is very convenient for group travels, gives comfort and peace of mind to the tourists, and helps you to have a low cost travelling. In addition, the driver is not only a person who will drive the car or van but also the one who will assist you within the tour.

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• Rates below do include experience driver and fuel already.
• Strictly no overloading and must adhere to health protocols as mandated by the government.
• A minimum of ₱1,000 is required for every car rental reservation.
• Side trips to other destinations are subject to additional fees.
• Excess hours will be charged accordingly.

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• Men’s world champion produces devastating attack on cobbles
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The men’s world champion, Mathieu van der Poel, crushed his rivals with a devastating long-range attack to claim his third Tour of Flanders on Sunday.

In the women’s race, the Italian Elisa Longo Borghini came home first after outsprinting Poland’s Kasia Niewiadoma and Shirin van Anrooij of the Netherlands.

Van der Poel, who now has five Monument titles to his name, produced a trademark brutal acceleration in the Koppenberg’s cobbled ascent, 45 kilometres from the finish, and never looked back as several riders had to step off their bikes. The cycling calendar has five Monuments: Milan-Sanremo, the Tour of Flanders, Paris-Roubaix, Liège-Bastogne-Liège and the Giro di Lombardia.

Van der Poel also won Milan-Sanremo and Paris-Roubaix last year. He will be the heavy favourite for the Flanders-Roubaix double when he rides in the “Queen of the Classics” next Sunday.

The Dutchman, the first rider with five consecutive podium finishes on the Tour of Flanders, was in a class of his own in the Belgian rain in an event Wout van Aert missed after sustaining injuries in the Dwars door Vlaanderen one-day race on Wednesday.

The warm-up race was won by Matteo Jorgenson but the American cracked as he was chasing Van der Poel after the Alpecin-Deceuninck rider’s attack. The 29-year-old Van der Poel was in a class of his own and crossed the line more than a minute ahead of the Italian Luca Mozzato and the German Nils Politt, after the Australian Michael Matthews, initially third, was demoted following an irregular sprint after 270.8km.

Britain’s Josh Tarling (Ineos) was 17th, Owain Doull (EF Education-Easypost) was 19th, Tarling’s teammate Ben Turner was 38th and Fred Wright (Bahrain-Victorious) was 50th of 87 finishers. Tadej Pogacar, the defending champion, did not take part in the race as he is focusing on a Giro d’Italia-Tour de France double this season.

Longo Borghini, of Lidl-Trek, was celebrating her second Tour of Flanders title, having won it first in 2015. Pfeiffer Georgi (DSM-Firmenich PostNL) was the highest-placed British rider in the women’s event, 1min 46sec off the lead in 13th place.

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Start of Pandemic

On January 30, 2020, the very first case of the Corona Virus was reported in the Philippines. It involved a 38-year old Chinese National who was hospitalized in the San Lazaro Hospital in Sta. Cruz, Manila. Just a few days after the recorded first case, the country reported the very first death outside mainland China. He was a 44-year old Chinese man. On March 5, a 62-year old man who did not have a travel history was confirmed positive of the disease and that’s when the community transmission began.

While the cases in Metro Manila were rising, Cebu still remained COVID free and tourism was still on going. Only until the 13th of March when the very first case was announced, that things changed. Preventive measures were made by the government and that included the “Stay-at-Home” order. Although lockdown was still not in the plan, strict regulations have been implemented in the borders to prevent the virus from spreading.

Status of Tourism

The start of the pandemic also marked the suspension of tourism activities in Cebu City and in the whole island. Tourist destinations, resorts, and beaches closed. People were encouraged to go back to their hometowns. Because all the countries in the world ordered lockdowns, foreigners were required to go back to their countries. This made tourism be paralyzed.

While tourism is at freeze, the tourism sector suffered a lot. This doesn’t only include travel agencies and travel destinations but also affected hotels, and car rental companies. With the pandemic going on, there is no guarantee yet as to when tourism will be back.

What is the Tourism Sector Doing During the Pandemic?

Though this pandemic has impacted so many companies and caused the closure of some, other companies made this as an opportunity to improve and divert to other better opportunities. In Oslob for example, the local government allotted a budget for the continuous feeding of the whale sharks so that the gentle giants will not depart from the place. So when the pandemic is over, the whale shark watching activity will automatically go back to normal operation. Some car rental companies are catering shuttle services for companies that started to open. Some tourist destination companies also took advantage of this time to do some renovation and improvement. Hotels, on the other hand, partnered with companies like BPO to provide temporary accommodation for their employees.

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Oslob Tour Package is one of the  best seller day tour here in cebu or best known for Cebu Oslob tour, this tour is perfect to combine with Canyoneering and Kawasan Falls  and  we have been specializing tours in cebu for more than 18 years. You may check our 4.9 star reviews in our facebook . Please check below for our wide selection of oslob tour package.

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If your looking for a package that includes hotel accommodation and roundtrip pick up transfers from airport to hotel, you may check our all in packages here ( 2 days / 1 night — 3 days / 2 night or 4 days /3 nights package tour), oslob tour package, people who love challenge and adventure will surely be interested with this activity. or if you are the type of person who is looking for something new in life, you may include this in your bucketlist.  all in all oslob whaleshark is perfect to combine with canyoneering and kawasan falls and other tours., oslob town is now know for their whaleshark watching..

This town was a quiet town before in southern part of Cebu not until during the year 2011, these gentle giant creatures create noise in the social media world and as a result a lot of people got curious with these marine creatures. Seems like these friendly creatures love this town, hence the local government is now making sure that the whaleshark in oslob will be protected. And as a result of these, the local government created rules to protect them. 

Oslob is now famous because of their oslob whaleshark watching and because of that its one of the reasons why almost all of the tourists go to southern Cebu and want to avail the cebu oslob tour from their favorite travel agency. Which is a great thing since we are offering the package for Cebu Oslob Tour.  We don’t only limit the tour in Oslob but we can also bring you to Canyoneering and Kawasan Falls activity and can be combined with sumilon sandbar  , simila shrine and as well with other great adventures in cebu. Please check above for the perfect combination tour for oslob tour package.

Most noteworthy to combine with oslob tour package  or whaleshark tour are 

• Kawasan falls
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• oslob tour package with canyoneering and kawasan falls or osmena peak 
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In any case, you want to do side trip or want a custom quotation for a van or car rental to Oslob, please  send us a message  or talk to our phone representative.

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• Rates above includes professional driver and fuels only.
• Strictly no overloading 
• A minimum of ₱500 is required for every car rental as reservation.
• Side trips to other destinations are subject to additional fees.
• Excess hours will be charged accordingly.

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If you’re looking for an affordable car or a van rental in Cebu with a driver, you’ve come to the right place! We’re here to assist you in choosing the best vehicle for your needs. Our vehicles are well-maintained and in perfect condition, so you can take comfort in knowing you’re in good hands with us.

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Looking for a day filled with stunning scenery & activities? If that’s the case, our Day Tours are fantastic ways to see the sights. The logistics will be handled by our agents, from food tips to guided tours. As a result, our Day Tours provide you with an entirely new travel experience.

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If being treated to Cebu’s beaches and tourist attractions is part of your ideal vacation, look no further than our unique Holiday Tours. Our well-trained travel agents can handle all of the specifics and select a suitable tour itinerary for your specific needs.

Best- Seller Cebu Day Tour Packages

Half- Day Cebu City Tour

5 hrs Cebu City Tour | Visit Cebu City’s famous destinations | Get to know more about Cebu City’s historical places

Full Twin Cebu City / Mactan Tour

10  hrs Cebu City and Mactan Tour | Most affordable Twin Cebu City tour | Enjoy Cebu City and Mactan ‘s famous destinations

Cebu City Uphill Tour

8  hrs Cebu City Uphill  Tour | Explore the mountainside of Cebu City | Enjoy the scenic top view of Cebu City

Cebu Night Tour

Night- life friendly attraction and activities | Visit the famous Temple of Leah, Tops Lookout | Dine with friends at La vie Parisienne and 10,000 Roses

Mactan Island Hopping Tour

Experience 1 day Mactan Island Hopping Tour | Visit the 3 famous islands in Mactan | Snorkel and swim in one of Cebu’s best island, Mactan Island

Simala Shrine with Uphill Tour

1 Day Simala Shrine with Uphill Tour | Visit Cebu’s most stunning church, Simala Shrine | Enjoy the beautiful attractions in Busay

Cebu Pilgrimage Tour

Cebu is known for miraculous structures such as Simala Shrine | Visit the 3 other famous shrines, namely Camomot Shrine, Theotokos Shrine and the Chapel of San Pedro Calungsod

Oslob Whale Shark Encounter, Sumilon Island Sand Bar and Simala Tour

Close encounter with the whale sharks | Visit century-old structure Oslob Cuartel | Enjoy an island adventure in Sumilon Sand Bar | Visit the famous Simala Shrine 

Oslob Whale Shark Encounter, Tumalog Falls & Canyoneering Adventure

Close encounter with the gentle giants | Visit Tumalog Falls | Experience extreme adventure during canyoneering 

Oslob Whale Shark Encounter, Sumilon Island Hopping & Swimming at Kawasan Falls Tour

Oslob Tour and Kawasan Falls | Close encounter with the whale sharks | Enjoy Island hopping in Sumilon Island | Swimming at Kawasan Falls

Oslob Whale Shark Encounter and Canyoneering Adventure Tour

Oslob Tour and Canyoneering | Close encounter with the Whale Sharks | Experience the extreme adventure during canyoneering

Oslob Whale Shark Encounter, Sumilon Island Sand Bar & Moalboal Tour

Close encounter with the famous whale shark in Oslob | Swimming at Sumilon Island | Swim with the sardines and turtles in Moalboal

Oslob Tour with Osmena Peak

Visit Cebu’s highest peak, Osmena Peak | Close encounter with the whale sharks in Oslob | Visit the famous Simala Shrine

Moalboal Island Hopping & Swimming at Kawasan Falls Tour

Swimming at Kawasan Falls | Close encounter with the sardines and turtles in Moalboal | Fish feeding at Pescador Island

Moalboal Tour and Canyoneering Adventure

Encounter with the sardines and turtles in Moalboal | Experience extreme Adventure, Full Course Canyoneering

Discover Scuba Diving and Canyoneering Adventure Tour

Learn the basics of scuba diving with sardines and turtle encounter | Experience an adrenaline pumping canyoneering adventure in Badian

Canyoneering Adventure & Osmena Peak Tour

In Badian, take part in an adrenaline-pumping canyoneering adventure | Visit Osmena Peak, Cebu’s highest point at 1,013 meters above sea level.

Cebu Safari Tour

Visit a world class  Safari Park located in Carmen, Cebu | Close encounter with more than 100 species including giraffes, lions, zebras, tigers, camels, among others.

Bantayan Island Day Tour

Experience 1 day exclusive Bantayan Island Day Tour | Visit one of Cebu’s famous island in a day | Swim in one of Cebu’s best island, Virgin Island

Kalanggaman Island Hopping Tour

Visit Kalanggaman Island in 1 day | One of Philippines’s longest sand bar | Its long sandbars run on both sides of the island, with crystal clear water and white powdery sand.

Bohol Countryside Tour

1 day private tour in Bohol | Close encounter with the smallest known primates, Tarsier | Visit the famous Chocolate Hills in Carmen | Experience river cruising    at Loboc River

All- Time Favorite Cebu Holiday Tour Packages

2D1N Cebu Tour

Day 1 – Sardines Run / Turtle Encounter and Full Course Canyoneering Adventure | Day 2 – Oslob Tour

3D2N Cebu City + South Cebu Tour

Day 1 – Cebu City Tour | Day 2 -Sardines Run/ Turtle Encounter (Optional: Canyoneering Adventure) | Day 3 – Oslob Tour

4D3N Cebu City + South Cebu + Bohol Tour

Day 1- Cebu City Tour | Day 2- Bohol Tour | Day 3 – Sardines Run / Turtle Encounter and Full Course Canyoneering Adventure | Day 4 – Oslob Tour

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KAGANA TOURS INC.   owns and operates Infohub Transport Services, Corp, a legitimate tourist transportation service provider based in  Cebu City, Philippines, and is duly accredited by the Department of Tourism (DOT) and the Land Transportation Franchising Regulatory Board (LTFRB). We have the best tour packages in Cebu and car and van rental in Cebu that are specifically tailored to your travel needs.

Since 2016, Kagana Tours In c. provides car and van rental in Cebu and Cebu’s best tour packages. Our knowledgeable agents will assist you in finding the best travel offers based on your personal tastes and requirements. Because of our extensive industry experience, we can provide a one-of-a-kind Cebu tour package for families, groups, and individuals that you won’t find anywhere else.

Our passion is also to travel; therefore, we are committed to satisfying our customer’s travel needs. In addition to making reservations, we believe in having personal contact. Our travel agents have extensive experience and first-hand knowledge of the destinations for which we have made reservations. Furthermore, we are in the business of making your travel plans as simple as possible when staying within your budget.

Do you wish to go on a perfect vacation? Let us make the arrangements on your behalf. Above all, we’re here to make your travel experience as enjoyable and relaxing as possible. Please feel free to contact us today.

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ADVISORY: Tumalog Falls is closed starting March 17, 2024 until further notice.

3 Days 2 Nights Cebu-Bohol Tour A

• Hotel or Airport Pick up
• Private Tour
• 2 weeks Free Cancellation

3 Days and 2 Nights standard room accommodation in Oslob (1 night) and Cebu City (1 night)  with private car transfers, Oslob whale shark watching, Sumilon island sandbar, canyoneering adventure, snorkeling tour in Moalboal (Pescador island, sardine run and turtle sanctuary) and one day Bohol countryside tour.

• Explore the top attractions and activities in Cebu that are worthy additions to your itinerary.
• Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring experience of swimming and snorkeling alongside the majestic gentle giants in Oslob.
• Capture stunning photographs as you indulge in the pleasure of swimming in a dynamic sandbar on Sumilon Island.
• Elevate your thrill-seeking adventures by leaping off canyons and embarking on a river trek, culminating in the breathtaking beauty of Kabutongan Falls.
• Discover the wonders of Moalboal through an enchanting snorkeling expedition that showcases vibrant corals, abundant marine life, captivating sardine runs, and encounters with magnificent sea turtles.

3D2N Tour Package A Inclusions

• Accommodation in hotel of your choice
• Exclusive private air-conditioned car transfers
• Day 1: Whale Shark Watching + Sumilon Island Sandbar
• Pick-up in any hotel in Cebu City, Mandaue City, or Mactan and drop off at hotel in Oslob after the tour using private car/van transportation
• Local guide
• A boat ride and life vest
• All entrance and watching fees
• Watching from the boat or snorkeling with the whale sharks for 30 minutes
• Light Breakfast / Snacks for late pick-up
• Lunch with one round of soft drinks or bottled water
• Cool down at Tumalog falls
• Optional side trips to monkey watching and cuartel ruins
• Trip to Sumilon island sandbar with round trip boat transportation
• Day 2: Kabutongan Falls Canyoneering + Moalboal Snorkeling Tour
• Pick up hotel in Oslob and drop off at the hotel in Cebu City
• Trained and municipal tourism accredited local guide
• A motorbike ride to the jump-off point
• Entrance fees
• Life jacket
• Rubber Shoes
• Waterproof Drybag
• Boat for Pescador island sightseeing (3-4hours duration)
• Life vest and snorkel
• Boatman crew as a guide in island sightseeing
• Snorkeling a wide variety of fish and corals and fish feeding in Pescador Island
• Snorkeling with the sardine run near Panagsama beach
• Snorkeling with turtles at Talisay point turtle sanctuary
• Day 3: Bohol Countryside Day Tour from Cebu
• Pick-up and drop off in Cebu hotel
• Round trip ferry fare – tourist class
• Pick up and drop off Tagbilaran Sea port
• Driver as tour guide or licensed tour guide if requested (subject to surcharge)
• All entrance fees
• Lunch at the floating restaurant
• Sight Seeing Tour to Bohol’s Best Scenic Spot
• Blood Compact Site
• Baclayon Church
• St. Peter’s Ruins Church
• Bohol Python and Butterfly Garden
• River Cruise Floating Restaurant with Lunch
• Bilar Man-made Forest
• Tarsier Viewing in a Conservation Area
• Chocolate Hills and Adventure Rides (Bike Zip & ATV Ride, ride fees not included)
• EcoTourism Adventure Park (Zipline & Cable Car, ride fees not included)

Package Exclusions

• Round trip airfare
• Sumilon island sand bar – snorkeling gear
• Bohol Tour - port terminal fee, adventure ride fees
• Meals that are not stated above
• Travel Insurance

Day 1 - Oslob Whale shark watching + Tumalog Falls + Sumilon island sand bar

• Pick up Mactan Airport (latest is 6:00 AM) / Cebu City hotel / Mactan hotel
• Whale shark watching + Tumalog falls + Sumilon island sand bar
• Check in hotel after tour
• Free and Easy

Day 2 - Moalboal Snorkeling Tour + Canyoneering Adventure

• 7:00 AM – Pick up hotel in Oslob
• 7:30 AM – Arrival in Moalboal, registration and short briefing
• 8:00 AM – Boat departure
• 8:30 AM – Start of snorkeling tour
• 11:30 AM – Estimated return to docking port
• 12:00 PM – Lunch in Badian
• 1:00 PM – Start of Canyoneering
• 5:00 PM – End of Canyoneering
• 5:30 PM – Depart Badian
• 8:30 PM – Estimated arrival in Cebu City

Day 3 - Bohol Countryside Tour from Cebu

• 5:00 AM – Pick up Hotel
• 06:00 AM – Depart Cebu
• 8:00 AM – Arrival Tagbilaran Wharf
• Chocolate Hills – Famous landmark of Bohol
• Tarsier Viewing in Captivity
• Bohol Biggest Python in Captivity
• EcoTourism Adventure Park (Zipline & Cable Car)
• Billar Mahogany Man Made Forest (optional)
• 12:00 PM – Loboc River Cruise with lunch on board
• Blood Compact Shrine
• Tour to Baclayon Church- Oldest Church
• Souvenir Shopping if time permits
• 02:30 PM – Back to Tagbilaran Wharf for Check in
• 03:20 PM – Depart Tagbilaran for Cebu
• 05:20 PM – Estimated time of Arrival in Cebu

Important Notes Before You Book

• Check-in time is 2:00 pm / 3:00 pm  and check-out time is 12:00nn / 11:00 am depending on hotels
• Room sharing: 1 (single), 2 (twin), 3 (triple or single & double (depending on hotel without extra bed)), 4( twin x 2 or quadruple x 2), 5 (twin, triple), 6 (triple x 2), 7 (twin x 2, triple, or quad and triple), 8 ( twin, triple x 2), 9 ( triple x 3), 10 ( twin x 2, triple x 2), 11 (twin, triple x 3), 12 (triple x 4)
• Booking will be confirmed only after receiving the advance payment and on the availability of hotels mentioned, we do not block rooms at the time of sending a confirmation
• In case of non-availability of rooms in the mentioned hotels, this will be communicated to you and will give you different options, and the rate of the package will increase or decrease depending on the hotel selection
• In case you are not convinced with the new options, the advance paid will be refunded without deducting any service charge and this needs to be communicated to us the day after we send the new hotel list
• We strongly suggest you check the reviews and locations of the hotels mentioned to make sure it is as per your preferences before confirming the package. Change of hotel upon arrival would charge retention
• Island Trek Tours does not have any hidden charges except your meals not mentioned and personal incidental expenses
• During the journey, if someone asks for extra money, you may inform us and we will not be responsible if you pay the amount without our concern
• Vehicle to be used for transfers and tours: Sedan 1-3 pax, MPV/AUV for 4 – 6 persons, and Van for 7 to 12 persons
• The package can be customized, ex. add Pescador island hopping after canyoneering or replace canyoneering with other tours. Just fill up the inquiry form for customization requests.
• Rates are subject to availability and may be closed out or surcharges per room per night may apply during peak season dates.  Peak seasons are Sinulog Festival, Chinese New Year, Golden Week, Obon Week, Chuseok Week, Christmas Season and New Year.  
• Rates are subject to change without prior notice.

Activity Policy​

Activity requirements.

• Only 8 years old and above can join canyoneering
• Canyoneering participants must be in good health and can walk to rough terrains (30 minutes walk)

Whale Shark No Sighting Policy

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Free cancellation for at least  a week noticed prior to departure time, otherwise will be based on our Terms and Conditions .

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We want to inform you that the Island Trek Tours office will be closed on March 29   (Friday) .

During this time, online chat and calls are not accessible. But still, we will be providing email support on your immediate needs and concerns, should there be any. Kindly expect minor delays in responses during this day.

Online reservations for March 30 will still be accepted and will be arranged accordingly. 

2024 Valero Texas Open odds, picks and PGA Tour predictions

P layers will have one last chance to tune their game before the Masters this week at the 2024 Valero Texas Open , which is once again being held at TPC San Antonio. Corey Conners will look to defend his title after winning the event last year with a score of 15-under par.

Below, we look at the 2024 Valero Texas Open odds and make our PGA Tour picks and predictions .

Rory McIlroy typically doesn't play the week before the Masters but he's in the Texas Open field this year and the betting favorite to win at +1000. Ludvig Aberg (+1200), Hideki Matsuyama (+1800) and Collin Morikawa (+2500) are among the other big names teeing it up this week.

TPC San Antonio is a par 72 and plays at 7,438 yards with very little elevation change throughout the course. It's not an overly challenging course, with the winning score being between 11-under and 20-under par over the last 8 years. However, if the wind picks up it will have a big impact on scoring.

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Valero Texas Open – Expert picks

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Ludvig Aberg (+1200)

Aberg is only in his 1st full season on the PGA Tour, but he's already one of the best ball strikers in the world and that's highly advantageous on this course. He ranks 24th in strokes gained: tee-to-green this season and his putting isn't holding him back too much (57th in SG), so he's a perfect fit for TPC San Antonio, even after missing the cut here last year.

Corey Conners (+2200)

It's always hard to expect the defending champion to win in back-to-back years but Conners' course history and ball-striking prowess make him too good to ignore. He's won here twice since 2019 (his only 2 PGA wins)  and hasn't finished worse than 35th in his last 5 starts in this event, using his stellar iron play to propel him to 2 victories.

Valero Texas Open picks – Contenders

Keith mitchell (+5500).

After blowing a 54-hole lead at the Valspar Championship 2 weeks ago, Mitchell missed the cut at the Texas Children's Houston Open over the weekend after finishing 3-over in his last 5 holes to miss it by 1 shot. He's still among the best players on tour from tee to green, ranking 8th in strokes gained, and he's finished 17th and 26th in 2 starts here during his career. He's due for a bounce-back.

Erik van Rooyen (+6600)

van Rooyen has not been good around the greens this season, which is holding him back from contending more, but he's 48th on tour in strokes gained: tee-to-green and 19th total. Before he missed the cut at the Players Championship, he finished 8th, 2nd and 25th in 3 consecutive tournaments.

Valero Texas Open picks – Long shots

Ryan moore (+10000).

Moore is quietly playing well right now, finishing 31st, 5th and 45th in his last 3 starts. Impressively, he's 12th in SG: tee-to-green, including 4th in approach, but his putting has been horrific (173rd). TPC San Antonio is more about ball striking than putting, which has helped him finish in the top 10 twice before, so he's a worthy long shot this week.

Matt Kuchar (+12500)

Kuchar has finished 3rd, 2nd, 12th and 7th in his last 4 starts at this tournament, an event he plays every year. Looking at his stats from this season gives you pause when it comes to betting him because he isn't playing well (6 missed cuts in 8 starts), but it's hard to ignore his recent finishes at TPC San Antonio.

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Our 20 Best Moscow Tours of 2022

Join us on an unforgettable tour to Moscow, the capital of Russia. Imagine visiting Red Square, St. Basil’s the Kremlin and more. Moscow is one of Europe’s most vibrant cities and one of Russia’s most historical. All of our tours to Moscow are fully customizable and can be adjusted to fit any budget. Our most popular tours are listed below. Please click on the tour details to learn more or contact us for more information about our Moscow tours using the form at the side of the page. You can also schedule a call with one of our Russian travel specialists to learn more.

Classic Moscow

This is our most popular Moscow tour that includes all the most prominent sights. You will become acquainted with ancient Russia in the Kremlin, admire Russian art in the Tretyakov Gallery, listen to street musicians as you stroll along the Old Arbat street, and learn about Soviet times on the Moscow Metro tour.

Accommodation

PRIVATE TOUR

A Week in Moscow

This tour is a perfect choice for those who wish to get to know Moscow in depth. One of the highlights of this package is the KGB history tour which gives an interesting perspective on the Cold War. You will also have time for exploring the city on your own or doing extra sightseeing.

Weekend in Moscow

This tour is a great way to get acquainted with the capital of Russia if you are short of time. You will see all the main attractions of the city, the most important of which is the Kremlin - the heart of Russia. The tour starts on Friday and can be combined with a business trip.

Group Tour Moscow Break by Intourist

Russia's capital has so much to offer, from the Kremlin and the Metro to the Old Arbat street and the Tretyakov Gallery. Besides these sites, you will also visit a fascinating country estate which today is quite off the beaten path, Gorky Estate, where the Soviet leader Lenin spent the last months of his life.

Kolomenskoye Tour with transport

The history of Kolomenskoye stretches back for centuries. In 1380, Dmitri Donskoi’s army passed through Kolomenskoye on their way to the Kulikovo battlefield, and it was...

Tours by car

Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals & Armory Tour

The Kremlin is truly a fascinating structure, at the same time it is an ancient tower, the city’s former military fortification, a palace, an armory, the sovereign treasury...

Walking tours

Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals, Armory, Diamond Fund Tour

Old Arbat walking tour

You will be told of the street’s interesting history and view the street’s artisan culture. You will also have the opportunity to view and purchase souvenirs from the...

Tour to Sergiev Posad with transport

Considered by some to be the Russian Vatican, Sergiev Posad is the temporary residence of the Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church. The Trinity St. Sergius Monastery (Lavra)...

Tour to Kuskovo with transport

The Kuskovo Estate often called the Moscow Versailles due to its perfectly preserved French park, is an example of an 18th century, luxurious Moscow summer residence. Its history...

Tour to Tsaritsyno with transport

The Tsaritsyno Estate is located in the southern part of Moscow. The estate was constructed for Catherine the Great by the Russian architects Bazhenov and Kazakov in a romantic...

Moscow Metro and Old Arbat Tour

The Moscow Metro is one of the largest and most grandly built metro systems in the world. It was meant to be a showcase of the Soviet Union’s achievements for both the Russians...

Vodka Museum Tour with transport (excursion and vodka tasting)

Vodka is an important component of Russian life, an element of national identity and everyday culture. We invite you to visit the Vodka Museum and feel the atmosphere of long-gone...

Mikhail Bulgakov Apartment Museum

This apartment museum located close to Patriarch Ponds became the prototype of the "bad apartment" described in the novel "The Master and Margarita." Currently the museum's...

Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals & Diamond Fund Tour

The State Museum of Lev Tolstoy Tour

Take this opportunity to learn more about the Russian writer Lev Tolstoy. During the visit to the museum you will see part of a vast collection of exhibits connected to Tolstoy...

Novodevichy Convent Tour with transport

Tour of the Novodevichy Monastery. Founded in 1524 by Grand Prince VasiliIoanovich, the original convent was enclosed by fortified walls and contained 12 towers. The structure...

City Tour with Visit to St. Basils & Red Sq. with transport

Panoramic City Tour. This Moscow tour is a great start to your trip and the best way to get acquainted with many of the city’s major highlights. Our professional guide will...

City Tour of Moscow

Head to the heart of Moscow with a professional guide on a 4-hour private walk through the city center. See Tverskaya and Old Arbat streets, Theatre Square with the world-famous...

Moscow Metro walking tour

Kremlin, Red Square and Cathedrals Tour

KGB Tour with transport

This is a very interesting and insightful tour. You will visit places connected with Stalin’s terror - a time of great repression and fear. You will be shown monuments to...

Soviet and Post-Soviet Moscow Tour

The tour begins with a drive or walk down Tverskaya Street – a Soviet masterpiece. In the years of Soviet power, Tverskaya began to undergo a transformation: it was widened...

Tretyakov State Gallery Tour

This world-famous gallery contains masterpieces of Russian art beginning in the 10th century up until today. You will view exquisite Russian icons and paintings from the 18th and...

Jewish Heritage of Moscow Tour

This tour offers a detailed look into the history and present-day life of the Jewish community of Moscow. On the tour, you will visit sites connected with the cultural and religious...

Vodka Museum Tour with transport (excursion only)

Lena, our guide in Moscow was excellent. She was very knowledgable and could answer any question we had for her. We liked that she could pick up on our interests and take us places we might not have thought of to go. When we realized that one of the places we had chosen to see would probably not be that interesting to us, she was able to arrange entry to the Diamond Fund and the Armoury for us. Riding the Metro with Lena was a real adventure and a lot of fun. In Saint Petersburg we found Anna well versed in the history of the Tsars and in the Hermitage collection. Arkady in Veliky Novgorod was a very good guide and answered all of our questions with ease. Novgorod was perhaps a long way to go for a day trip, but we did enjoy it. Vasily was a great driver to have and kept us safe with good humour and skill. We enjoyed ourselves so much, my daughter says she is already planning to return. We would both have no hesistation to recommend ExpresstoRussia to anyone we know.

Just wanted to let you know that My grandson Bruno and I couldn´t have been more pleased with our week in Moscow (6/15 - 6/21). We were absolutely enchanted with the whole experience, including getting lost a couple of times in the Metro during our free time. Although both our guides (both Eleanas) were excellent, I would particularly commend the first one (she took us to the Tatiakov, the KGB tour, and to that beautiful cemetery where so many great Russian artists, authors, composers, musicians, militarists, and politicians are buried). Her knowledge is encyclopedic; and her understanding of today´s Russia as a product of its past was, for us, truly enlightening. I will be taking another tour in Russia, with my wife, within the next two or three years. I will be in touch with you when the time comes. Meanwhile, I will refer you to other potential visitors to Russia as I meet them.

Tours to Moscow

Our Moscow tours are land only meaning that you arrange your own air travel to Russia and our expert staff meets you at the airport and handles everything else from there. Our online Airline Ticket booking system offers some of the most competitive rates to Russia available on the web so if you need tickets, please visit our Russian air ticket center . Rest assured that you will be taken great care of on one of our Moscow tours. Express to Russia has a fully staffed office in Moscow that will help to make your visit fun, informative and unforgettable. Please remember that of all these tours are private and can be adjusted to your taste. You can add, replace or skip some sights; you can add more days to the package or cut the tour short. Our specialists will be glad to help you create the tour of your dreams!

Moscow, a City Like No Other

Moscow is Russia’s largest city with a population of between 12 and 13 million. It is also Europe’s largest city and when you visit Moscow, you can feel it. The layout and architecture of the city is eclectic, ranging from crooked, ancient streets and alleyways to wide, bustling boulevards, from medieval churches to Stalin skyscrapers and to modern, glass buildings towering over everything and of course in the center of it all is the Kremlin and the magnificent Red Square. Moscow is also home to a fantastic, efficient and very beautiful metro system – each station having its own special design. In fact, Express to Russia’s Moscow metro tours and excursions are some of our most popular attractions that we offer. On our Moscow tours, you will see this and more.

Moscow Tours centering on Russian History

Moscow has a long and interesting history and has been the capital of Russia in many of its different iterations – capital of the Grand Duchy of Moscow , the Russian Empire and of course the Soviet Union (who could ever forget the Soviet Union?). Moscow, was founded in the 12th century by Prince Yuri Dolgaruki (Yuri of the long arms – he really did have long arms!). From that time on, it was home to the Russian Tsars until Peter the Great moved the capital to St. Petersburg in 1703. The city has survived invasions and sieges from the Mongols, the Tartars, the Poles, Lithuanians and Napoleon but has always persevered. Our Moscow tours will enlighten you on this great history and give you insights into Muscovites and their unique culture. Our Moscow tours show you what the city is like today but also brings to life the past. Moscow never seems to sleep and is bursting with energy. A Moscow tour with Express to Russia is truly the best way of getting to know Russia’s largest and most vibrant city.

Frequently Asked Questions From Our Travelers

What is the best time to visit moscow.

Any time of year is fine depending on what you plan to do. Summertime is pleasantly warm, ideal for exploring the city and its vibrant atmosphere, but Moscow will be much busier and accommodation is more expensive. Winter can be quite cold but beautiful nonetheless, and this is unproblematic if you intend to spend most of your trip in museums and galleries. There are also various festivals and events organised throughout the year. For more information about the best time to visit, read our guide

How many days are enough in Moscow?

If you plan your itinerary strategically and aren’t averse to a packed schedule, you can cover Moscow’s main sights over a long weekend. Most popular attractions are in the city centre, and the Moscow Metro allows you to cover much ground in a small amount of time. Ensure that your accommodation is fairly central and book tickets in advance, so that you can make the most of your days. For an informative and well-organised day out, check out our Moscow day tours with options to suit all interests.

Do they speak English in Moscow?

As Russia’s capital city, tourists are well accommodated in Moscow. There should be English-speaking staff in restaurants, bars, hotels, shops and attractions in tourist hotspots, and there are also English-speaking tourist police. Transport services have English translations on their maps and English announcements via intercom; alternatively, order taxis from the Yandex Taxi app (Russian Uber), though it’s unlikely that your taxi driver will speak English. If you get stuck and cannot communicate, it’s fine to use Google Translate.

Is it safe to travel to Moscow?

It is no less safe to travel to Moscow than to any European city if you exercise common sense and look after your belongings. As with every city some regions can be more unsavoury than others, but no tourist attractions are located there. The traffic in Moscow is notorious, so exercise caution when crossing roads. Do not take unlicensed taxis; book in advance or take public transport, which is widespread and perfectly safe. If you encounter any problems, look for the special tourist police who can help you. For more information, read our guide about staying safe in Russia .

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Moscow’s best free city tour

I love Moscow – this charming metropolis, its people, its history and its unique cityscape. I would like to share my passion for this city with you. It is my job to show you the most exciting corners of this fascinating metropolis. That’s why, as a travel specialist and your private tour guide Moscow in Russia, I organize a guided free city tour Moscow – so that everyone, regardless of their budget, would be able to enjoy the insider’s view of Moscow.

You get to see what only Moscow residents know and what other tourist guides keep from you. I am a licensed travel specialist in Russia and would like you to enjoy all facets of the capital of the largest country in the world, without demanding any money from you. I’ll show you the city on my free Moscow walking tour for 1.5-hours on foot.

Everything you need to know:

• My tours take place daily by arrangement, I am the only English-speaking licensed tourist guide Moscow, who offers a free city tour.
• My 1.5-hour free tours Moscow do not cost you a cent, I also offer other great paid tours as well.
• I am an experienced local, I make the tours informative, but at the same time relaxed and not off the plane.

Free Tours Moscow – Daily

My free tours Moscow city starts on Slavonic Square (Kitay-Gorod Metro Station), passes the world-famous St. Basil’s Cathedral, which was built by Ivan the Terrible on the south side of Red Square in the 16th century and where the tsars were once crowned. Then it goes across the Red Square at the Lenin Mausoleum, the luxury department store GUM and with a view of the Kremlin towards the historical museum. Of course, you will also learn more about the stories that once happened behind the thick walls of the Kremlin – from the Tsars and Napoleon to Stalin. Then we continue through the idyllic Alexander Garden.

An advance booking is required!

Practical information:

Time: by arrangement, daily Duration: 1.5 hours Price: Free Language: English

«First acquaintance with Moscow» – a 2.5-hour city tour in the center of Moscow

This Moscow city tour starts on the Theater Square, past Lubyanka Square and the KGB-building, then through Kitay Gorod district and Varvarka Street, past the world-famous St. Basil’s Cathedral. Then it goes across Zarjadje Park, over Red Square at the Lenin Mausoleum, the GUM-department store and towards the Historical Museum. We walk through the Alexander Garden.

Time: by arrangement, daily Duration: 2.5 hours Price: 17 $ Students and children: 6 $ Language: English

A 3.5-hour car/bus tour of Moscow.

This is the best tour of Moscow city as all the important sights are visited. I am your Moscow city guide who will walk you through the city explaining the charming history of the city. This tour begins with picking you up from the hotel. 3 breaks are offered for photographing.

First, we will visit the most famous riverside streets and bridges in the center of the city with the most beautiful views of the Kremlin and the Moskva River (e.g. the Kremlin embankment and the Great Stone Bridge).

The first photo break is made at the Cathedral of Christ the Savior. We then pass by the district with numerous museums, Prechistinka Street and the district with numerous medical areas.

We again stop at the Novodevichy Convent, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site on the other bank of the Moskva River to click pictures.

Then we visit “Sparrow Hills” where you can enjoy a bird’s eye view of the city of Moscow from the observation deck. Then there are the skyscrapers of Moscow-City, the Kutuzov avenue, the New Arbat, Tverskaya Street, the world-famous Bolshoi Theater, the KGB building and Varvarka Street. Here there are ample spots to click pictures.

We then drive past the Kremlin again and finally reach Red Square. We take a short tour of Red Square and say goodbye in the Alexander Garden.

Time: by arrangement, daily Duration: 3.5 hours Price for a group: 170-200 $ (depending on the number of travelers) Language: English

Metro tour – daily

Palaces for ordinary people – that was what Stalin promised to the people when the construction of the Moscow Metro began between the World Wars. The communist dictator hadn’t promised too much. No other underground system in the world can boast such spectacular architecture – chandeliers, decorations, stucco, paintings on the walls – each station is individually designed. No wonder that Moscow residents love their metro. I will guide you through the bustle of one of the busiest subways in the world and show you the most beautiful stations Moscow city has.

Time: by arrangement, daily Duration: 2 hours Price: 21 $ Students and children: 17 $ Language: English Included in the price: Metro tickets / the guided tour

Tour of Communist Moscow – every day

After the Communist October Revolution in 1918, Moscow became the capital of the Soviet Empire and was the center of socialist orbit for more than 70 years. This left its mark on Moscow, even if the USSR disintegrated more than a quarter of a century ago. The city streets are full of remnants of the communist regime and the Cold War. This is a walking tour where I will show you the most exciting places in Soviet Moscow: from the notorious KGB headquarters, also known as Lubyanka to the Karl Marx Monument to small hidden remains from the time of hammer and sickle. You will also learn about Stalin’s Great Terror political campaign and the system of the GULAG and how the USSR, the communist Russian republic, became modern Russia.

Time: by arrangement, daily Duration: 2 hours Price: 21 $ Students and children: 17 $ Language: English Included in the price: the guided tour

Alternative Moscow Tour – daily

Explore the unseen Moscow with your Moscow private guide and discover a range of sights during this alternative walking tour.  Away from the main tourist spots (in the central district of Kitay-Gorod), just a short walk from Red Square and St. Basil’s Cathedral, you suddenly find yourself in one of the trendiest districts of Moscow. This place not only has trendy cafes and green squares, but here you can see the most beautiful spray works (according to Albrecht Dürer), hangout-places of the youth and hipsters, as well as learn what Moscow looked like in the 19th century. Here you will also learn exciting and even bloody stories about famous gangsters, eccentric business people and legends like the wandering preacher Rasputin, who is known in Russia either as the “holy devil” or the mad monk. To learn a little more about Moscow’s culture, this is the tour for you. On my alternative tour, you will get to know Moscow away from the tourist hotspots. This tour is of 2 hours duration and you will experience the following on the tour:

• St. John’s Hill, a quiet oasis right in the center, where time has stopped as it did in pre-Communist times
• Khokhlovka Art Center, where Russian hipsters and street artists hang out
• Samoskvorechye District where you can see beautiful streets and hear stories from old Moscow

Time: by arrangement, daily Duration: 2 hours Price: 21 $ Students and children: 17 $ Language: English Included in the price: the guided tour / tram ticket

Kremlin tour – daily (closed on Thursday)

With its 20 towers and high walls, the Kremlin rises imposingly over Red Square. This world-famous fortress with its area of ​​28 hectares is home to over 800 years of Russian history. Described as the eighth wonder of the world, this historic fortress complex is the principal symbol of Russia that sits on the banks of the Moscow River. Today the Kremlin still harbors numerous secrets and has palaces and cathedrals, surrounded by Kremlin Wall. The current wall was constructed between the 15 th  and 16 th  centuries, but the original wall was made of wood around the year 1147. The Kremlin Wall became an important symbol of Moscow’s importance in the Russian Empire. This top tourist destination attracts millions of people every year and there are various sights to see. With my Kremlin tour, you will see the oldest square in the city in the heart of the Kremlin, the once largest cannon in the world and the scene of numerous dramas – from Ivan the Terrible and Napoleon to Stalin. You cannot miss this unique experience.

An advance booking and prepayment for tickets are required.

Time: by arrangement, daily (closed on Thursday) Duration: 2 hours Price on request Students and children: on request Language: English Included in the price: Kremlin tickets / the guided tour

Moscow pub crawl – Friday / Saturday

Experience the real nightlife of Moscow with my Moscow Pub Crawl and enjoy 4 pubs/bars plus 4 welcome shot drinks. Move from one bar to another and get to know travelers from around the world as well as the locals. Play fun adventure games and contests in addition to getting perks in the bars. Between the bars, move from one place to another on foot. The routes are organized as such that you will walk no more than 10 minutes between the bars. Visit the most exciting events, parties, concerts, and dance in the bars. Moscow Pub Crawl is a tour that you will never forget.

This tour runs every Friday and Saturday evening at 8 PM and you need to bring along your passport or an ID card, comfortable shoes, and wear smart casual clothes.

An advance booking and a small prepayment are required!

Time: by arrangement, daily Duration: 4 hours Price on request Language: English Included in the price: the guided tour, 4 shot drinks

1.5-hour boat trip on the Moskva River.

Taking a boat tour in Moscow on the Moskva River is a very pleasant experience. It allows you to know the city from a totally different perspective and admire the beautiful bridges. In this 1.5-hour river trip, you will sail past many beautiful sites in Moscow, so you can take the best photos to commemorate this day. The ship makes several stops on the way. The trip starts from the Ustinskiy Bridge near Sarjadje Park and ends at the Kiev train station.

On this Boat Trip, you can see sights such as: the former Imperial Education House, Sarjadje Park, the “flowing”, “floating” bridge, the most beautiful view of the Kremlin, the Great Stone Bridge, the legendary House on the Quay, the Christ the Savior Cathedral , the monument to Peter the Great on the ship, the central sports arena Luzhniki, the Sparrow Hills, 240 meters high Lomonosov University, the numerous architecturally spectacular skyscrapers of Moscow-City, the Novodevichy Convent, the building of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs etc.

Time: by arrangement, daily Duration: 1.5 hours Price on request Language: English

A military tour – riding on tanks in Stupino (Moscow region)

Russian Military is one of the largest military forces in the world formed in 1992. With my Military Tour experience what it likes to be in the Russian military, shooting guns, ride the Tank T-34 and various models of German tanks from the Second World War, as well as armored personnel carriers and vehicles. You will also shoot from the AK-47 and another combat weapon.

The tour will begin with your private tour guide Moscow in a Soviet army van accompanied with some tasty snacks and tea for a tasty start. Upon arriving, you will have to put on the army safety clothing and climb the Russian armored vehicles. The tour will take you on the noisy, smoky tank, driving through mud roads. All participants will get the chance to drive the tank which is coordinated by the Russian military.

Time: by arrangement, daily Price on request Language: English

Alexander Popov

Welcome to Russia! My name is Alexander, I was born in Moscow and I'm a passionate tour guide. I want to share my passion for Russia and my hometown with you. On my website you will find useful information to make your individual trip to Russia as interesting as possible.

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