Full-Day Montserrat Tour from Barcelona with Wine & Catalan Meal
If you feel like it’s time to hit the road, this perfect one-day Montserrat Tour with a multi-course lunch and gourmet wine tasting should definitely be among your options. Get a marvelous countryside trip from Barcelona and revel in stunning views of Catalan wineries and historical landmarks dating back to the 11th century.
Savor the wonders of nature while sipping your delicious wine with iconic views. Get a chance to try some local food and feel free to explore museums and the farmer’s market. Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey, Cavall Bernat Ridge, and Oller del Mas winery are the highlights waiting for you there, so don’t let them wait too long.
• Leave the hustle and bustle of Barcelona for a whole-day experience in the Catalan countryside • Discover the history of a special place and the Abbey • Enjoy different perspectives of Oller del Mas winery, from cellars to vineyards • Savor delicious food at the winery’s restaurant and cherish the moment of joy
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Full-Day Montserrat Tour from Barcelona with Wine & Catalan Meal
What's included in Full-Day Montserrat Tour from Barcelona with Wine & Catalan Meal
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Estacio del Nord
Start your journey at the beautiful Estacio del Nord (North Station) of Barcelona. Built in 1862, it was a city’s main line railway station before its closure in 1972, and it has been a principal bus station since that time. This is a perfect place to venture into the Catalan countryside with your knowledgeable local guide, listening to captivating stories along the way.
Oller del Mas
Enjoy the tour that takes you to Oller del Mas winery. A special place welcomes you with a 10th-century castle owned by the 36th generation of the same family that built it. Soak in the amazing scenery around you, with vineyards against the backdrop of gorgeous mountain peaks. Explore the cellar and get to know how the wine is made at this particular place. Take advantage of strolling around the winery and the castle, and let your guide take you to taste delicious local wine while admiring the landscapes.
Abadia de Montserrat
Get your moment of revelation while approaching the stunning scenery of Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey, located 725 meters above sea level. Marvel at the spiritual symbol and religious center of Catalonia, an iconic landmark for pilgrims from all over the globe. Be astonished by the majestic mountains being part of the monastery building, making it a natural temple pointing its rocks to the sky. Listen to the myths and legends about the place as you contemplate the splendor and immense mountain range around you. Dive into the serenity of a sacred space and get historical insights dating back to 880. Get everything that this fabulous location offers and take the best memories with you to cherish for a lifetime.
Inclusions
- Guided visit to a boutique winery
- Comfortable transporation
- 3 wine tastings
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Comfortable transpiration
- Guided visit to Montserrat Monastery
- Free time at Montserrat and lots of photo ops
- Unique cultural experience - multi-course Catalan meal with wine
- 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
- We reserve the right to modify the itinerary depending on weather conditions, logistics reasons or some other arising reasons. Due to logistic reasons, you might visit another cellar instead
- Please wear comfortable shoes and clothes as there's some walking involved on tour
- We cater for any dietary preferences – no need to warn us in advance
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Please arrive 20 minutes before the tour starts to check in for the tour
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Castlexperience Office (1st Floor - Section B - Ticket office A, B or C) Estación de autobuses Barcelona Nord (North Bus Station) Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80 (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 8:45 a.m. Please arrive at the meeting point 20 min before the start of the tour • Approximate return time is 19:00/19:15 (7 - 7:15 pm). • The tour is led in English. • There is a limit of 18-20 people per guide, although transportation will be shared with other groups. • Please note that we reserve the right to modify itinerary if considered necessary. Please notify us if you are interested in hearing the boys' choir/accessing the Virgin’s Throne during this experience. • We work daily with different low-production, family-owned boutique wineries. Due to logistic reasons, you might visit another cellar instead of Oller del Mas. • 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 note that no car seat or meals are provided. • We cater for any dietary allergies or restrictions – no need to warn us beforehand. Have a great experience!
