From Barcelona: Montserrat Mountain and Monastery Tour

From Barcelona: Montserrat Mountain and Monastery Tour

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Get back to nature on a half-day, small group tour from Barcelona and marvel at the mountains and medieval monastery of Montserrat. Get some free time to explore at leisure.

Highlights

Visit the sacred mountain of Montserrat by comfortable transportation
Enjoy the rugged landscape before other visitors arrive
Get some free time to ride the cable car or taste local cheeses
Learn the impressive history of the pilgrimage site

Description

Depart Barcelona and journey by air-conditioned bus to the romantic, rock-hewn monastery complex of Montserrat. Get an introduction to the history of the medieval site as you make your way through the beautiful countryside. Follow your guide directly to the largest building on arrival and learn the story of the abbey and shrine to the Black Virgin of La Moreneta that attracts pilgrims from all over the world. Then, get some free time to explore the town and get recommendations about contemporary art galleries and museums to visit or places to eat. Discover some of the best viewpoints to take in the drama of the sacred site at leisure.

Includes

Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned bus English-speaking guide Small group tour of no more than 25 people
Gratuities Hotel pick-up and drop off Food and beverages

Important Information

This tour is unable to accommodate guests in wheelchairs or with any impairments requiring special assistance
This tour is unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages
Photography is permitted throughout the tour
This is a physically challenging tour that involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs. It is not recommended for people with health conditions
Comfortable shoes are recommended
Entrance to the monastery is subject to a strict dress code. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women