Montserrat, Food & Wine |
Description
Another of our full day experiences, meant to give you the most out of Barcelona’s countryside through our classic formula: history and wine! This one is specially addressed at those that want to enjoy the path up to Montserrat in the most scenic way possible, or maybe to those that were enjoying some extra glasses of wine last night too! Meet a late start full day experience with the cogwheel train included up to Montserrat’s monastery, a traditional full meal at a local restaurant, and an introduction to our wine culture!
Make the most of the stunning views Montserrat has to offer by picking this late start full day tour and riding the rack railway that your Castlexperience English-speaking local guide will take you on. As part of our small groups, as always, you will reach the monastery of Montserrat by means of this impressive ride. There, and after our typical one hour long guided tour, you will get some free time (1 hour approx.) to explore the surroundings and be inspired by the visual spectacle in front of you.
Only a satisfying traditional full meal will stand between you and the winery where the other half of the tour takes place. Let your Castlexperience guide take you to this dive into the typically Spanish and Catalan wine culture. You will visit one of our daily collaborators: a family-run, low production focused traditional cellar. Experience the opportunity to explore a winery set in a 10th-century castle, maintained by the same family for 36 generations. Discover their revival of ancient local grape varieties, which provide a unique glimpse into the region’s rich heritage.There, you will get familiar with our ways in terms of wine making, and also a fun introduction to the subtleties of wine tasting.
Approximate Tour Schedule
| 09:25 am | Meet at Castlexperience Office (1st Floor - Section B - Ticket office A, B or C). Estación de autobuses Barcelona Nord (North Bus Station). Carrer de Nàpols 68 (5 min from Arc de Triomf). You must check-in in the first floor before going to the buses area (ground floor). |
| 09:45 am | Departure for Montserrat |
| 11:15 am | Cogwheel train ride |
| 11:30 am | Guided visit through Montserrat Monastery |
| 12:20 pm | Free time at Montserrat (around 1 hour) |
| 1:20 pm | Meet with your tour guide again |
| 1:35 pm | Departure for local winery |
| 2:15 pm | Multi-course lunch with wine at a local restaurant |
| 4:00 pm | Guided visit through the vineyards and the winery |
| 4:45 pm | Wine tasting (3 local wines) |
| 6:00 pm | Departure for Barcelona |
| 7:00 – 7:30 pm* | Arrival to Barcelona Nord (North Bus Station). |
| *Please note that the way back to Barcelona takes around 1 h – 1 h 30 minutes depending on traffic conditions. |
Inclusions
- Small groups! There is a maximum of 20 people per guide.
- Shared transportation with other groups in a comfortable air-conditioned bus
- Local English-speaking tour guide
- Cogwheel train ticket
- Guided visit to Montserrat Monastery (around 1 hour)
- Free time at Montserrat (around 1 hour)*
- Chance to attend to the Boys’ Choir act (l’Escolania)**Tickets are not included, they must be purchased through Montserrat's website and are subject to availability.
- Multi-course traditional meal with wine and seasonal ingredients
- Guided visit to a family run, traditional Catalan winery
- Tasting of three local wines
- Possibility to buy the wine at the cellar (shipping available)
*Please note that the free time during this tour does not allow enough time to visit the Museum of Montserrat, touch the Black Madonna, or ride the funicular. Check our full-day Montserrat, Food & Wine Tour if you are interested in these activities. There are many more activities to invest your time in, like visiting the Farmer’s Market or hiking to spectacular viewpoints.
**Please note that l’Escolania does not sing on Saturdays, school holidays and several dates throughout the year. Contact us beforehand in case this aspect is crucial for you.
Exclusions
- Pick-up and drop off at your accommodation
- Tips and gratuities
Additional information
- Meeting point is Castlexperience Office (1st Floor - Section B - Ticket office A, B or C). Estación de autobuses Barcelona Nord (North Bus Station). Carrer de Nàpols 68 (5 min from Arc de Triomf). You must check-in in the first floor before going to the buses area (ground floor)
- Tour starts at 09:45 am, please be at the meeting point at least 20 minutes before the start of the tour.
- Once at the meeting point, please look for the pink offfice with the Castlexperience logo.
- All tours depart on time to avoid delays. Please note that late arrivals or no shows may be rescheduled, but not refunded.
- There is a limit of 20 people per group.
- Transportation will be shared with other groups.
- Castlexperience Wine Tours 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 Castlexperience Wine Tours services will abide by all health and security policies issued by the competent administrations. Our top priority is and will be ensuring a safe environment for all our customers and our team.
- You may book this as a private tour, and also in other languages. Check out this link for more information.
- If you have reduced mobility, please contact us before booking. We do our best to welcome everyone on board!
- Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended as there is some walking involved.
- Temperatures in the wineries tend to be more extreme than in Barcelona. Please check the weather forecast the day before and dress accordingly. We advise bringing water, especially in the summer season.
- Infants aged 3 or less may join the tour free of charge, but please note that no car seat or meals are provided.
- All dietary allergies or restrictions are catered for.
Approve and proceed
Montserrat with Cogwheel Train, Food & Wine
Tour in English / 9 hours
Visitors
| Adult 13+ years old |
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| Senior > 65 years old |
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| Child 4 - 12 years old |
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| Infant -2 years old |
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Calendar
Departure time:
09:45 am
