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Truck ride during a guide tour across the lush island utopia Catanduanes.

Gain insight into the art of weaving on a Philippine island

Take part in harvesting abaca plants for weaving, join an artisan-led workshop, and engage with locals

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US$241 per guest*

*The price shown is an approximate conversion. You will be charged in the local merchant’s currency at checkout. Other currency conversion and bank fees may apply.

The Experience

Journey to lush island utopia Catanduanes for a private and immersive encounter with the region's unique abaca heritage. This signature experience highlights Catanduanes as the Abaca Capital of the Philippines, showcasing one of the country's oldest natural fibre industries through traditional farming, artisanal craftsmanship and curated dining. Blending culture, sustainability and hands-on experience, this authentic tour allows guests to meet the people behind this treasured resource and industry – the farmers, harvesters and artisans whose skills have been passed down for generations. Guests will be invited to interact with local farmers, lend their hand at harvesting and join an artisanal-led abaca weaving workshop. They will indulge in a curated farm to table lunch and leave with a bespoke abaca gift set. Exclusively curated experience for Mastercard cardholders.

 

What's priceless

 

Discovering the unique heritage behind the Philippines' most treasured natural resource, with an authentic and meaningful experience, inviting guests to engage with the local community and support a sustainable industry

 

The highlights

 

  • Journey to lush island utopia Catanduanes for a private and immersive encounter with the region's unique abaca heritage
  • Blending culture, sustainability and hands-on experience, this authentic tour allows guests to meet the people behind the abaca industry - the farmers, harvesters and artisans whose skills have been passed down for generations
  • Guests will be invited to interact with local farmers, lend their hand at harvesting and join an artisanal-led abaca weaving workshop
  • They will also indulge in a curated farm to table lunch and leave with a bespoke abaca gift set

 

Promo Name: Mastercard Priceless Experiences - Cafe De Au
Permit No.: DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-256243, Series of 2026
Promo Period: 2026-05-07 to 2027-04-30

Details

  • Priceless experiences are reserved for Mastercard cardholders
  • Experience is available until 30 April 2027, Mondays to Sundays, starting from 8:00 a.m. to 5:15 p.m.
  • Experience must be booked at least 15 days in advance
  • In case of rescheduling of experience, Café de Au shall notify cardholders at least 15 days in advance
  • For cancellations made 15 in advance, deposit may be transferred to another reservation; for cancellations made 15 days within the reserved time, deposit shall be forfeited
  • Experience is for a minimum of 2 person
  • Participants must wear comfortable clothes or bring extra shirt during the tour, sunscreen and reusable water bottle
  • Prices are in Philippine Peso, Inclusive of VAT, and subject to local tax and service charge

Fine Print

  • This experience is non-refundable upon purchase, unless otherwise noted
  • Inclusions
    • Use of air-conditioned van during the tour
    • DOT-accredited tour guide
    • Entrance fees (including community immersion at Abaca plantation)
    • Bottled water per person on board
    • Medicine kit on board
    • Lunch during the tour
  • Exclusions
    • Fees not mentioned above
    • Activity fees not mentioned above

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