Manila: WWII Bataan Death March Memorial Tour with Guide
ID: GYG1106252-1698843
Category:
Country: El Salvador
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Explore the Bataan Death March memorial sites on a guided tour from Manila. Visit the surrender site, Zero Kilometer, Mount Samat National Shrine, and the Manila American Cemetery.
Embark on a poignant journey through historical WWII sites, honoring the sacrifices and resilience of those who endured the infamous Bataan Death March.
Begin at the surrender site of US and Filipino forces in 1942. Visit a small museum inside a public school, filled with historical artifacts and stories.
Proceed to the Zero Kilometer starting point. Then, head to Mount Samat National Shrine, a monument commemorating those who fought in the war.
See the location of the final battle of Bataan before the surrender. Take in panoramic views of the area from the mountain's summit, 1840 feet above sea level.
On the way back to Manila, stop at the Manila American Cemetery and Memorial, the largest American military cemetery overseas, spanning over 150 acres.
Highlights
- Reflect on the sacrifices of WWII soldiers at the Bataan Death March sites
- Visit the surrender site of US and Filipino forces and learn about the events
- Explore the Zero Kilometer starting point of the Bataan Death March
- Pay your respects at the Mount Samat National Shrine, a tribute to valor
- Visit the Manila American Cemetery, the largest US military cemetery overseas
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The museum at the Surrender site is located inside a public school and is small but filled with historical artifacts and stories.
Mount Samat National Shrine is located at a mountain summit 1840 feet above sea level, offering panoramic views.
INCLUDED
- Visit to the Surrender site of US and Filipino forces
- Visit to the Zero kilometer starting point
- Visit to Mount Samat National Shrine
- Visit to Manila American Cemetery and Memorial
- Includes a Filipino food set lunch
- Pick up and drop off
NOT INCLUDED
- souvenirs
- other meals/food /snack not included in the set meal
- gratuities
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
