Explore 16th Century Manila Aboard Victorian Carriages
Come on-board our Victorian carriages/caruaje and explore 16th century Intramuros, a 64-hectare Spanish Walled City in the heart of the historic city of Manila, Philippines and go further beyond to enjoy the tourist attractions of the Pearl of the Orient aboard our tramvias or motorized tramcars. Nostalgic recollection of Manila's more than 400 years of colorful history is guaranteed.
Company Profile
Castillan Carriage & Tour Services is a very progressive tourism-oriented entity which was founded in 1989 by a culture-loving Filipino named Geronimo Cabrera Sta. Maria. The company is dedicated to showcase the glory and greatness of Filipino cultural heritage and history through guided tours of Manila's Walled City of Intramuros and other historical sites. The tours highlight recollections of centuries-old eras while viewing the actual landmarks and historic sites, and travelling onboard replicas of horse-drawn carriages and/or tranvias/tramcars that plied the streets of Manila since the 16th century.
The company's operation these days has turned from a simple hobby into a booming business enterprise. It now operates a fleet of more than 30 Victorian carriages, Spanish caruajes, and motorized version of tramcars or tranvias for sightseeing tours which are administered by competent English-speaking guides.
For its valuable contribution to government tourism development, the company holds office at NIA Compound, Sta. Clara St., Intramuros, Manila courtesy of the Intramuros Administration.
The company's operation these days has turned from a simple hobby into a booming business enterprise. It now operates a fleet of more than 30 Victorian carriages, Spanish caruajes, and motorized version of tramcars or tranvias for sightseeing tours which are administered by competent English-speaking guides.
For its valuable contribution to government tourism development, the company holds office at NIA Compound, Sta. Clara St., Intramuros, Manila courtesy of the Intramuros Administration.
The Intramuros Administration
The Intramuros Administration (IA) is a national government agency created on April 10, 1979 under Presidential Decree 1616. It is tasked to restore the Walled City of Intramuros and develop it into a prime urban tourist destination. Formerly under the defunct Ministry of Human Settlements, it was attached to the Department of Tourism by virtue of Executive Order 120 dated January 30, 1987. IA's objective is to make this "city within a city" socially, economically and culturally viable while keeping pace with modernization. It is involved in restoration, urban renewal and income generation.
Today, IA makes the visit to the Walled City more enjoyable and educational. With 90% of its walls restored, Intramuros has become a busy cultural center for performing arts, exhibits, flea markets, book fairs, music and art contests and religious activities. The restored chambers of the gates have been converted into commercial establishments like food stalls and souvenir shops. Tourists can also visit antique and handicraft stores. For a nostalgic journey in touring the Walled City, IA has commissioned Castillan Carriage & Tour Services to operate Victorian horse-drawn carriages, Spanish caruajes, Philippine calesas and motorized tramcars or tranvias inside Intramuros.
With IA as its handmaiden, Intramuros relives within its imposing walls the dramatic moments of Philippine past.
Today, IA makes the visit to the Walled City more enjoyable and educational. With 90% of its walls restored, Intramuros has become a busy cultural center for performing arts, exhibits, flea markets, book fairs, music and art contests and religious activities. The restored chambers of the gates have been converted into commercial establishments like food stalls and souvenir shops. Tourists can also visit antique and handicraft stores. For a nostalgic journey in touring the Walled City, IA has commissioned Castillan Carriage & Tour Services to operate Victorian horse-drawn carriages, Spanish caruajes, Philippine calesas and motorized tramcars or tranvias inside Intramuros.
With IA as its handmaiden, Intramuros relives within its imposing walls the dramatic moments of Philippine past.