Montserrat, Cardona and Salt Mountain Small Group Tour
Discover two of Catalonia's top highlights on this full-day tour from Barcelona: the medieval town of Cardona and the mystical Montserrat mountain.
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Barcelona in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, shared with a small group of no more than 8 people. Along the way, you'll learn about the history and culture of Catalonia, Cardona, and Montserrat.
First, explore Cardona, known for its stunning Salt Mountain Mines—an unforgettable experience where you’ll step into the depths of this ancient site.
Next, journey to Montserrat and visit the Benedictine Monastery, perched high above Catalonia, a place of pilgrimage for centuries.
This small group tour offers the perfect escape from the city, combining history, culture, and stunning natural beauty in one day.
Options
Private Tour
This Private tour option includes the entrance tickets to the Salt Mountain & Cardona Castle
Pickup included
What's included in Montserrat, Cardona and Salt Mountain Small Group Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Passeig de GraciaPass-by Only
Begin your tour right from your hotel or apartment in Barcelona. We’ll pick you up, so please make sure to provide us with your exact location. Enjoy an overview of Barcelona city along the route, pass by Catalunya Square, Barcelona Cathedral, Passeig de Gracia and the Gaudi Houses, such as the Batllo and the Pedrera, and many other highlights.
Montana de Montserrat
We invite you to take an easy walk of around 30 min to enjoy one of the most astonishing views of the natural park.
Abadia de Montserrat
Get on the road and head to the mystic mountain of Montserrat. This natural park, with its very peculiar peaks, protects the spiritual essence of Catalonia. For almost 1,000 years, a Benedictine community has lived in these mountains located 60 km away from Barcelona. Visit the Basilica of Montserrat, house of the serene image of the Black Virgin of Montserrat (the famous “Moreneta”), the saint patron of Catalonia, a polychrome Romanesque carving of the 12th century. On the way, listen to interesting stories about Catalonia and its bounding to the holy mountain, scene of pilgrims since ancient times and part of the route to Santiago de Compostela. Your guide will share important information to understand the heritage you will discover during the tour.
Inclusions
- Professional local guide
- Small Group tour of max 8 people
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel or apartment pickup and drop-off in Barcelona city (between 8 and 9 am)
- Walking tour of medieval town of Cardona
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Small group tour of max. 8 guests
- The Private tour option includes the entrance tickets to the Salt Mountain & Cardona Castle
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
- We will pick you up from any hotel or apartment in Barcelona. Please make sure to include the address of your accommodation when booking. - Even if your Hotel is not listed, you can type it down in the field. - Pick-up time will be between 8 and 9 am. We will send a message 24 hours prior departure through the booking system to inform you on the specific pick-up time at your hotel as well as the name of your guide and the telephone number.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
- Please let us know your children's age to arrange the proper child seat (if applies) - Please include your hotel or apartment name in Barcelona. If you have not, submit it through Viator asap. - Pick-up time will be between 8 and 9 am. We will send a message 24 hours prior departure through the booking system to inform you on the specific pick-up time at your hotel as well as the name of your guide and the telephone number.
