Montserrat, Food & Wine |
Description
Did you spend the night eating tapas amongst wine glasses? If you are not that much of a morning person, this is one of our two late start Montserrat and Wine tours for you to make the most out of your day out of Barcelona. Because early birds don’t always catch the best worm, we have designed an appealing extended half day experience with some extras to add to our usual history and wine combo.
Always as part of our small groups, your English-speaking local guide will be with you throughout the day as you discover the wonderful scenery and history to be found in Montserrat Monastery and also the inspiring wine country surrounding the area. To approach the former, we have included a ride in the scenic cogwheel train climbing uphill from the foothill to the monastery. That will be only the beginning of your guided tour around the monastery premises followed, as usual in our tours, by some free time for you to wander and wonder around Montserrat on your own (1 hour approx.).
We like to combine the best historical highlights surrounding Barcelona with the most local wineries in the area, always run by local families with the richest background in terms of culture and tradition. That will be your second stop, where you will have the opportunity to visit the premises of the winery. Experience a visit to a historic winery set within a 10th-century castle, continuously owned by the same family for 36 generations. The winery has revived ancient local grape varieties, providing a unique glimpse into the region's heritage. Your Castlexperience guide will give you an introduction to the art of wine tasting while you enjoy three of their local wines and a selection of traditional tapas.
Approximate Tour Schedule
| 09:25 am |
The meeting point is the Castlexperience Office, located inside the building of the Barcelona Nord Bus Station. The bus station is at Carrer de Nàpols 68, just a 5-minute walk from Arc de Triomf. You can find us on the upper floor, at the end of the corridor in Section B, at Ticket Office A, B, or C. Please check in on the upper floor before proceeding to the bus area on the 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 | Guided tour around winery premises |
| 3:00 pm | Wine tasting (3 local wines) paired with a local tapas lunch |
| 4:00 pm | Departure for Barcelona |
| 5:00 – 5:30 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.
- Guided visit to a family run, traditional Catalan winery
- Tasting of three local wines
- Tapas lunch with dessert
- 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
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The meeting point is the Castlexperience Office, located inside the building of the Barcelona Nord Bus Station. The bus station is at Carrer de Nàpols 68, just a 5-minute walk from Arc de Triomf.
You can find us on the upper floor, at the end of the corridor in Section B, at Ticket Office A, B, or C. Please check in on the upper floor before proceeding to the bus area on the 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’ll do our best to welcome you on board!
- Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended as there is some walking involved.
- Temperatures at Montserrat and the winery 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, Tapas & Wine
Tour in English / 7,5 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
