Montserrat Half-Day Tour with Three Departure Options
A visit to Montserrat is a magical experience: from its magnificient natural shapes to the spirituality it emanates, it is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Enjoy it your own way!
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Montserrat with early departure + extra free time: Departing at 8.30am, it includes a guided tour and 2+ hours of free time.
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Montserrat + Cogwheel Train: Departing at 9.45am, it includes a scenic train ride up the mountain, a guided tour and 1 hour of free time.
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Afternoon Montserrat + skip the crowds: Departing at 4pm, it includes a guided tour and the opportunity to enjoy Montserrat without the morning crowds.
Options
Afternoon Montserrat
What's included in Montserrat Half-Day Tour with Three Departure Options
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Once in Barcelona Nord Bus Station, check-in at our Castlexperience office on the 1st floor.
Abadia de Montserrat
A tour to Montserrat Monastery from Barcelona is a mesmerizing experience that combines natural splendor, spiritual serenity, and cultural richness. As you ascend the rugged mountain, the stunning views set the stage for the awe-inspiring monastery. Guided by a passionate expert, you'll explore the Basilica, home to the revered Black Madonna, and delve into the monastery's rich history and art collection. With free time to hike scenic trails, savor local delicacies at the market, or simply bask in the mountain's tranquility, Montserrat's magic leaves a lasting impression, making it a truly unforgettable journey.
Inclusions
- Free time in Montserrat
- Shared transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Cogwheen train ride (if option selected)
- 1 hour guided tour of Montserrat
- English-speaking guide (groups of max. 20 people)
- Tips and gratuities
- Gratuities
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tours start at 8:30 a.m. or 9:45 a.m. (depending on the option). Please arrive 20 minutes before the start time because check-in is required at our office before proceeding to the buses area.
- Groups are limited to 20 people per guide, though in rare cases may increase to 22. Transportation is shared with other groups.
- The tour is conducted in English.
- Comfortable clothes and walking shoes are recommended. Montserrat and the winery may have more extreme temperatures than Barcelona—check the forecast and dress accordingly. Bring water, especially in summer.
- The tour is not wheelchair accessible, but service animals are allowed. For reduced mobility, contact us before booking to discuss arrangements.
- Infants (3 years or younger) join free of charge but are not provided with car seats or meals.
- Dietary restrictions or allergies are accommodated without advance notice.
- We often work with boutique, family-owned wineries. Due to logistics, the winery may vary from Oller del Mas.
- Our timings are approximate and may vary due to traffic, weather, or unforeseen events. We recommend avoiding scheduling other activities immediately after the tour to allow for potential delays.
- We follow all health and safety guidelines issued by authorities to ensure a safe environment for guests and staff.
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Once in Barcelona Nord Bus Station, check-in at our Castlexperience office on the 1st floor, Section B (Ticket Offices A, B, or C). Look for the PINK OFFICE as a reference point. Arrive 20 minutes before the tour starts to check in before proceeding to the buses on the ground floor.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
At Barcelona Nord Bus Station (C/Nàpols, 68. 08018 Barcelona), please enter the building and check in at our Castlexperience office. Look for the PINK OFFICE as a reference point. • Please arrive at the meeting point 20 min before the start of the tour. • The tour is led in English. • There is a limit of 20 people per guide, although transportation will be shared with other groups. • Our company is composed of a deeply committed team of people. We are working hard in our team, and with all our partners, to be up to the current circumstances. When operating, all our services will abide by all health and security policies issued by the competent administrations. • Temperatures in Montserrat and the winery tend to be more extreme than in Barcelona. Please check the weather forecast and dress accordingly. We advise bringing water, especially in the summer season. Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended. • Infants aged 3 or less may join the tour free of charge, but note that no car seat or meals are provided. • Montserrat is a Natural Park a very highlighted cultural destination that can't be entirely explored in a single tour. Your experience includes some free time in Montserrat. If you would like to spend extra time in Montserrat, please check with your guide upon arrival. • Tour timings are approximate and may vary due to traffic, weather, or unforeseen events. We recommend avoiding scheduling other activities immediately after the tour to allow for potential delays.