The experience begins at the top of Passeig de Gràcia, before traveling to experience the natural splendor of Montserrat, Catalonia's most emblematic mountain. Topped by a Benedictine monastery, Montserrat is an ideal half-day trip for a fun day in nature, just a few kilometers from Barcelona. On the way to the monastery, admire the Montserrat Massif, a spectacular multi-peaked rocky mountain range dotted with unique needle-like formations. Upon arrival, visit the monastery, which was founded in the 10th century and still operates today, with over 70 monks. It is also known for housing the figure of La Moreneta (visit not guaranteed), who is the patron saint of Catalonia. Your guide will bring the story to life, explaining the history and accomplishments of this monastery, which dates back almost a thousand years.
Board the Sant Joan railway to observe the region's fascinating flora and fauna. The tour continues with a gentle walk filled with verdant beauty as you admire the scenic landscape of Montserrat Natural Park. To recharge your batteries after the hike, you'll sample the typical Catalan bread, Coca de Montserrat, from one of the local farmers. The sweetest way to end this wonderful excursion.
You'll have free time. Visit the farmers' market. Visit the coffee shop. Check out the souvenir shops. Escolania is a male choir of sopranos and altos based in the Benedictine Abbey of Santa Maria de Montserrat, near Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. Meet back up with your guide for the bus ride back to Barcelona.
IMPORTANT: The Montserrat Funicular is undergoing maintenance until March, so instead of taking it and starting the tour from the top of the mountain, the tour route will be changed and three climbs will be included:
- Visit to Moreneta
- Visit to "Espai Audiovisual
- Liqueur tasting Notes: - Check the arrival point 15 minutes before departure time.
Comfortable clothes and shoes
- This product is subject to cancellation or rescheduling based on adverse weather conditions.
- Visits to Moreneta are not guaranteed, they are subject to availability and depend on the season, as there may be queues of up to 2 hours.
- A minimum number of people is required for the tour to operate. If this minimum is not met, customers will be offered an alternative date, another tour of equal or greater value, or a full refund.
- A minimum number of people is required to operate in languages other than English or Spanish. If this minimum is not met, the tour will be offered in English.
- The tour may be affected due to special circumstances
TIMING
09:45h - Welcome with our specialized guide We
10:00 am - Start of the Paseo de Gracia bus experience
Traveling through Barcelona, discovering the stories of the buildings and the Eixample
Stroll along Avenida Diagonal, the largest avenue in Barcelona
See the Royal Palace of Pedralbes and the UB Campus, the city's first public university
Get out of the city and start seeing all the towns and villages around.
You will be able to see the FC Barcelona Sports City and its headquarters
We will drive you through the countryside and you will begin to see the great mountain of Montserrat
Entering Montserrat Natural Park
See the fantastic views as you climb the mountain
11:15 am - Arrival in Montserrat and start of the cultural visit to the Monastery
Learn about the history of the monastery
Visit to the Basilica of Santa Maria de Montserrat
Getting to know the lifestyle of the Monks
Enjoy the views from the Monastery
12:15 pm - Taking the Sant Joan Funicular.
Start the hike from the top of the Sant Joan Funicular (on busy days, the cogwheel train will be
instead of the aerial cable car)
Learning how the mountain was made
Walk mostly downhill and enjoy the views.
Discover the mountain surroundings and wildlife
1:30 pm - The walk ends and free time begins after the tasting
Visit to the farmers' market
Visiting the cafeteria
Visit the souvenir shops
2:25 PM - Meet your guide again to return to the bus. Return to Barcelona
4:00 pm - End of the experience at the starting point.
Highlights
A 6-hour guided tour of Montserrat.
Gentle trekking in Montserrat Natural Park with the best panoramic views
Surprise yourself with the Abbey of Montserrat
Admire the views of the Sant Joan railway
Try the typical Catalan bread, Coca de Montserrat, from local farmers
Transport and specialized bilingual mountain guide
Optional visit to the Black Virgin, patron saint of Catalonia.
Small premium group for a personalized experience.
What includes and does not include
An hour's walk in the Natural Park.
A 5.5-hour guided tour of Montserrat. A specialized guide ensures high-quality service and the best knowledge of the destination.
Visit to the Monastery of Montserrat
Gentle 1.5-hour walk through the natural park
Tickets for the Sant Joan funicular
Small premium group with a maximum capacity of 18 people
Tips are optional
Food, beverages and other unspecified services
Roundtrip transportation to hotels
Meeting point
Carrer Martí i Franquès 21, Les Corts, 08028 Barcelona NOVO LOCAL DE DEVOLUÇÃO: Avinguda Diagonal 359 - L'Eixample, 08037, Barcelona NOVA HORA DE INÍCIO: 08:00h
Para cancelamentos até 24 horas antes do horário de início do serviço, não há cobrança. Para cancelamentos solicitadas com 24 horas ou menos, não há devolução. Será cobrado o valor integral. Se o serviço for cancelado pelo operador devido a imprevistos de qualquer ordem, o valor será reembolsado integralmente.
General Rules
- Check the arrival point 15 minutes before departure time. Comfortable clothes and shoes - This product is subject to cancellation or rescheduling based on adverse weather conditions. - Visits to Moreneta are not guaranteed, are subject to availability and depend on the season, as there may be queues of up to 2 hours. - A minimum number of people is required for the tour to operate. If this number is not met, customers will be offered an alternative date, another tour of equal or greater value, or a full refund. - A minimum number of people is required to operate in languages other than English or Spanish. If this number is not met, the tour will be offered in English. - The tour may be affected due to special circumstances TIME 09:45h - Welcome with our specialized guide. 10:00 AM - Start of the Paseo de Gracia bus experience Explore Barcelona and discover the history of its buildings and the Eixample region. Stroll along Avinguda Diagonal, Barcelona's longest avenue See the Royal Palace of Pedralbes and the UB Campus, the city's first public university Get out of the city and start exploring all the surrounding towns and villages. You will be able to see the FC Barcelona Sports City and its headquarters We will take you through the countryside and you will begin to see the great mountain of Montserrat Enter the Montserrat Natural Park See the fantastic views as you climb the mountain 11:15 am - Arrival in Montserrat and start of the cultural visit to the Monastery Learn about the history of the monastery Visit to the Basilica of Santa Maria de Montserrat Learn about the monks' lifestyle Enjoy the views from the Monastery 12:15 pm - Take the Sant Joan Funicular. Start the walk at the top of the Sant Joan Funicular (on busy days, the cogwheel train will be instead of the aerial cable car) Learn how the mountain was made Walk mostly downhill and enjoy the views. Discover the mountain surroundings and wildlife 1:30 pm - End of the walk and start of free time after the tasting Visit to the farmers' market Visit the cafeteria Visit the souvenir shops 2:25 PM - Meet your guide again to return to the bus. Return to Barcelona. 4:00 pm - End of the experience at the starting point.
