Montserrat Monastery Half-Day Tour from Barcelona

Highlights

  • Explore Montserrat on a guided trip from Barcelona

  • Visit the world-famous Montserrat Abbey and the Virgin of Montserrat

  • Take your time to discover and taste the authentic Catalunya food products

Summary

Experience the breathtaking beauties of the Montserrat Mountain on this incredible journey from Barcelona to one of the most spectacular sights nature has to offer in all of Spain. 

Tour info

Duration
5 hours
Group Size
28
Pricing (From)
Commentary
English
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Experience a tranquil retreat from the bustling streets of Barcelona as you embark on an early-morning tour to the enigmatic Montserrat. Depending on your chosen option, enjoy skip-the-line access to the revered Benedictine monastery and immerse yourself in Catalan culture and history during free time to explore Montserrat at your pace. Marvel at the breathtaking mountain landscape and discover sacred sites. Whether you choose a cable car ride for panoramic views, forested trails, or local liqueurs, the choice is yours. Alternatively, opt for our transfer-only option for a comfortable journey. Enjoy free time in Montserrat before returning to Barcelona. Experience the beauty, tranquility, and Catalan heritage of Montserrat on this unforgettable tour. Extend your Montserrat adventure with our upgraded tour. Indulge in an exclusive visit to a renowned family-owned winery, Finca Ca n'Estella, featuring wine tasting and a buffet-style Catalan cold lunch amidst picturesque vineyards.

What’s included?

  • Round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned bus from Barcelona to Montserrat

  • English-speaking tour guide

  • Free time to explore Montserrat at your own pace

  • Hotel pick-up/drop-off

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or mobility impairments on this group tour.

Before you go

  • It is imperative to arrive promptly at the meeting point 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time.

  • Our City Wonders guides will be holding a City Wonders' tour sign at the meeting point for easy recognition.

  • Entrance into the church requires a dress code that specifies that knees and shoulders should be covered.

  • Extra measures may also restrict the size of bags that can be brought inside. To avoid disruptions, or denial to entry, we strongly suggest that you avoid bringing large purses, bags, and/or backpacks on your tour.

Cancellation Policy

    On tours canceled more than 24 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are happy to offer our customers a credit voucher for the full value of the tour. Tours cannot be canceled with less than 24 hours notice. We are unable to provide compensation for cancelations with the 24 hour window prior to your tour departure, nor can tour dates or times be amended. Bookings made with the 24 hour window are final.

Redemption information

    • Check-in is 15 minutes prior to the booked tour start time.
    • Our City Wonders guides will have a City Wonders sign with the name of the tour at the meeting point for easy recognition.
    • This activity is not wheelchair accessible and is unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriers.
    • You must wear clothing that covers your shoulders and knees (men and women) for entering sacred or holy places.
    • You must not bring large purses, bags, and backpacks on this tour, as anything larger than a small bag is not permitted inside the venue.
    • This is a physically challenging tour that involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs. For this reason, we do not recommend this tour for customers with health conditions and recommend comfortable shoes for all guests.
    • The organisation reserves the right to alter itineraries or close off areas of the basilica for reasons of safety, restoration, maintenance, adverse weather conditions or occasional events.
    • In order to comply with legal regulations, the organisation will regulate the capacity of the basilica and its areas according to criteria of safety and conservation.
    • We will do everything within our power to ensure timings and itineraries are respected; however, due to issues beyond our control, timings and sites are subject to last minute changes on rare occasions.


    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

About operator:

Created for travel enthusiasts with inquisitive minds, City Wonders is a global tour operator specializing in exclusive and expert tours throughout Italy, France, Spain and the UK. Its intimate tours and day trips invite travelers to go beyond sightseeing, bringing the wonders of each destination to life through behind-the-scene experiences. All City Wonders tours are guided by local experts that know the ins and outs of their city.