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A church with two towers and a central facade. 1
A statue of two figures, a group of people, and a fountain in a park. 2
A group of people standing in front of a monument with a plaque. 3
A large ship with 'MV EVA JOCELYN' written on its side, a group of people standing in front of it, and a metal fence in the background. 4
A group of people standing by a memorial wall with engraved names. 5
By Roots and Road Travel and Tours
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$51 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Guided by locals sharing first-hand experiences and insights.
    • Visit key landmarks tied to history and Yolanda’s impact.
    • Experience culture, memory, and recovery in one meaningful tour.
    • Visit sites that shaped history and post-Yolanda transformation.

Activity location

    • Tacloban City
    • Tacloban City, Eastern Visayas, Philippines

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Tacloban City
    • Tacloban City, Eastern Visayas, Philippines

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Palo Half Day Historical and Yolanda Tour in Leyte

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:40 AM
Price details
NZ$51.42 x 1 AdultNZ$51.42
Total
Price is NZ$51.42
Until Fri, 16 Oct

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Inclusions
    Tour Guide

What you can expect

  • MacArthur Leyte Landing Memorial National Park

    • Visit the iconic site where General Douglas MacArthur fulfilled his promise to return during World War II.

    The Transfiguration of Our Lord Cathedral

    • Learn the moving storey of this historic cathedral, heavily damaged during Typhoon Yolanda and beautifully restored.

    Leyte Provincial Capitol Building

    • A landmark government building in the heart of Tacloban.

    Sto. Nino Shrine and Heritage Museum

    • Step inside a museum housing religious relics, cultural artefacts, and a glimpse into local heritage.

    San Juanico Bridge

    • Stop for photos at the Philippines’ longest bridge, connecting Leyte and Samar, with sweeping coastal views.

    M/V Eva Jocelyn Shrine

    • Visit a poignant memorial honouring the victims of Typhoon Yolanda, built from the remnants of a cargo ship washed ashore.

Location

Activity location

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    • Tacloban City
    • Tacloban City, Eastern Visayas, Philippines

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Tacloban City
    • Tacloban City, Eastern Visayas, Philippines