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   The Major Islands

Republic of the Philippines

Republika ng Pilipinas

National Language
Tagalog, English

Regional Languages
Bikol, Cebuano, Hiligaynon, Ilokano, Kapampangan, Kinaray-a, Maguindanao, Maranao, Pangasinan, Tausug, Visayan, Waray-Waray

Government
Unitary Presidential
Constitutional Republic

Capital - Manila

Largest City
Quezon City

President
Benigno (NoyNoy) Aquino III

Vice President
Jejomar C. Binay

    Island Motor Tours, Inc. welcomes you to the stress free world of the Philippines, an island paradise of unimaginable beauty, tranquility and simplicity. We offer luxurious, all-inclusive guided motorcycle tours of the Philippine Islands in 10 to 14 day tour packages for as little as 164,720   per couple (2 people, 1 motorcycle) including motorcycle rental, luxury resort accommodations, all you can eat meals, ferry crossings and daily group activities (island hopping, snorkeling, touring, etc). For those of you who are already planning a trip to Butuan, we offer 12 hour day tours to Camiguin Island and Surigao for as little as 5,000 (2 people, 1 motorcycle). Island Motor Tours, Inc. is family owned and operated by Dan & Riza Bailey, an American & Filipina couple who also serve as the tour guides on each and every tour we operate. More information about Island Motor Tours, Inc. and Dan & Riza can be found on the ABOUT Us page.

     Our tours will take you off the beaten path. We show you the true beauty of the Philippine islands and the humble simplicity of the native Filipino culture. Exotic destinations known world wide such as Boracay, Siquijor, Bohol, Siargao and Camiguin are all in our itineraries as are the other major islands of Cebu, Leyte, Panay, Negros and Mindanao. We will take you to all the cultural attractions and historical sites, as well as to some of the most beautiful and tranquil beaches you could imagine. But rest assured, there will be plenty of free time for you to do your own exploring and engage in the many activities to be found here like nature hiking, snorkeling, scuba diving, water sports, shopping the public markets and malls, hitting the night spots or simply relaxing on the beach. Unlike other tour operators, we do not herd you around like a flock of sheep or keep you bound by a short leash. During the time we are not traveling from one destination point to another, you are always free to take off on your motorcycle and explore on your own, engage in the group tours and activities we have arranged or simply sit back on the beach, sip on a mango shake and indulge yourself in the intoxicating romance of the moment. For more information about our specific tour destinations and itineraries, please view our TOUR SELECTION page.

    In our travels of the islands, we have found all the best luxury resorts and restaurants, and since all meals are included in the package cost, we encourage you to make every meal a feast. We reserve only the finest rooms for you at these resorts and we can assure you that the resort staff will take exceptional pains to ensure you are treated like royalty during your stay. At the restaurants we visit, you will generally have a selection of American, Italian and/or native Filipino cuisine which consists mainly of seafood, pork and chicken that is grilled, fried or cooked into a variety of stews, soups or stir-fried dishes. The seafood here is truly fresh and is readily available sushi style if you prefer. Almost all vegetables here are organically grown, ripened in the field and delivered daily to the public markets from local farms. Most enticing of all is the abundance and variety of tropical fruits that are almost impossible to find in North America and Europe. The Philippines are known world wide for having the sweetest mangos, papayas, bananas and pineapples, but one should not forget about the lesser known but equally delicious tambis, mangosteen, durian, lanzones, balingbing (star fruit), rambotan and santol. All of these culinary delights are awaiting you in the Philippines, and it is our pleasure to bring them to you. More information about restaurant cuisine and resort amenities can be found on the CUISINE & LODGING page. Bon apatite !!!

    We offer 2 classes of tours designed to meet the needs and desires of the tour group. Our most popular and also the least expensive are the un-escorted tours. On these tours, we strap-on our bags and hit the road, ready for fun, excitement and adventure. The luggage rack we have installed will easily carry the largest of suitcases and any additional souvenirs you collect along the way. For large tour groups and those who want an added level of convenience and security, we offer escorted tours where we are followed by a chase van with a tour staff consisting of a paramedic, mechanic and armed security guard. Our chase vehicle will easily carry the baggage of all tour guests, doubles as an ambulance should the need arise and will also easily carry a motorcycle if an unexpected breakdown occurs that cannot be fixed on the roadside by our mechanic. While the cost of bringing the chase van and tour staff is fairly significant with small tour groups, the cost is easily absorbed into larger groups of 5-6 motorcycles, resulting in an additional cost of less than $40/motorcycle per day. For more info on our support services, please view our SECURITY & FIRST AID page.

    The motorcycles we use are the brand new 2009 model, 200cc Kawasaki Rouser. These bikes are a new release in the Philippines and are about the largest engine displacement you will find here. Equipped with 2 spark plugs per cylinder and an engine oil cooler, the Rouser runs strong, hard & long and is very easy to maneuver. Tubeless tires and gas filled Nitrox shocks give a smooth and stable ride over the sometimes uneven concrete roads. When it comes to power, reliability, comfort and maneuverability, the Rouser 200 wins hands down in all aspects. If you want to ride a motorcycle in the Philippines, it doesn't get any better than this. More information about the Kawasaki Rouser 200 and what mods we have made to these bikes can be found on THE MOTORCYCLES page.

    Keeping your personal comfort and safety in mind, we suggest that you bring your own helmet and rain suit since the quality and selection of these items here is very lacking. Your regular motorcycle operators license is valid here for 90 days so there is no need to go thru the red tape and expense of obtaining an international drivers license and your insurance is included into the package cost. No special VISA is required to enter the Philippines as a tourist, just your valid passport and a round trip airplane ticket with a departure date 21 days or less from your date of arrival. More information about what you will need to do in preparation for your tour can be found on the PREPARE FOR YOUR TOUR page.

   The remaining pages of this website provide additional information that will be beneficial to your knowledge, prior to arrival in the Philippines. Please feel free to CONTACT Us if you have any questions we have failed to answer in this website. We look forward to seeing you soon !!!

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