Montserrat, Food & Wine |
Description
Do you want to experience Montserrat and still be back in Barcelona for an afternoon of your own plans? We’ve got you covered! Let us introduce you to our top-selling option: the Montserrat, Tapas & Wine tour. Your day begins with our guides making the most of your journey, bringing the history of Barcelona to life in a fun and engaging way. And yes, we’ll also give you a moment for a well-deserved “siesta” on the bus.Read more...
By the time your journey through history ends, you’ll already find yourself at Montserrat, Catalonia’s most mystical mountain. There, one of our expert local guides will share the secrets and stories of this remarkable place, passed down through generations. Together, you’ll explore the Monastery and the Basilica, after which we’ll give you free time to enjoy the many experiences Montserrat has to offer. If you choose the 9:45 departure, you’ll have the chance to visit the throne of the Virgin Mary and listen to the famous Boy’s Choir (please note that tickets and availability must be checked on Montserrat’s official website).
Your adventure continues at Oller del Mas, a family-owned Catalan castle-winery that has belonged to the same family since it was built in 964 AD. This 10th-century treasure is even older than the monastery you just visited, and it opens its doors exclusively to our groups, with a commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly wine production. Here you’ll explore the estate’s vineyards, enjoy a selection of traditional local tapas, and taste three signature D.O. Pla de Bages wines. An unforgettable way to end your morning!
Approximate Tour Schedule
| 08:10 am | Meet at Castlexperience Office inside Estación de autobuses Barcelona Nord (North Bus Station) |
| 08:30 am | Departure for Montserrat Monastery |
| 9:45 am | Guided visit through Montserrat Monastery |
| 10.30 am | Free time at Montserrat (around 1 hour) |
| 11:30 am | Meet your tour guide again |
| 11:45 am | Departure for the winery |
| 12:15 pm | Winery experience (guided visit, wine tasting 3 local wines, tapas lunch, wine bar) |
| 2:30 pm | Departure for Barcelona |
| 3:30 - 4:00 pm | Arrival to Barcelona Nord (Nord Bus Station) |
Inclusions
- Small groups! There is a maximum of 20 people per guide.
- Shared transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned bus.
- Local English-speaking or Spanish-speaking guide, depending on the option selected.
- Cogwheel Train Ride (if 9:45 option selected).
- Guided visit to Montserrat Monastery.
- Brief free time at Montserrat (around 45-60 minutes)*.
- Guided visit to a family run, traditional Catalan winery.
- Three local wine tasting.
- Traditional tapas lunch with dessert.
- Possibility to buy the wine at the cellar (shipping available).
*Please note that the free time of the 8:45 departure does not allow enough time to visit the Museum of Montserrat, touch the Black Madonna or attend l’Escolania performance. 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.
Exclusions
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
- Tips and gratuities.
Additional information
- Meeting point is at the Castlexperience office, inside Barcelona Nord bus station (Estació del Nord). Carrer de Nàpols, 68, L'Eixample, 08018 Barcelona, Spain.
- Meet strictly 20 minutes before the departure time.
- Our tours depart on time to avoid delays. Please note that late shows 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.
- Please note that we reserve the right to modify the order in which we visit the sites if considered necessary.
- This tour can be booked in a private format, 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 in 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.
- We cater for any dietary allergies or restrictions.
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Montserrat, Tapas & Wine
Tour in English or Spanish / 7 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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