Exploring the majestic Montserrat mountain and indulging in a wine tasting experience makes for an enriching day trip from Barcelona. This private tour offers a chance to discover the cultural and culinary delights of the region. Visitors can enjoy the awe-inspiring abbey, marvel at the revered Black Virgin statue, and savor the flavors of locally produced cava. With personalized attention and comfortable transportation, this excursion promises to create lasting memories.

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About Your Stay

A private full-day trip from Barcelona to Montserrat mountain and a cava winery, including a visit to the Santa Maria de Montserrat abbey and Black Virgin statue.
Personalized attention from an English-speaking guide, cellar tour, and cava tasting at a winery, with additional costs for Montserrat cable car and museum entrance.
Pickup from Barcelona and an 8:30 AM start time, with transportation and hotel pickup/drop-off included, but not wheelchair accessible.
Suitable for travelers, with recommendations for appropriate clothing and footwear, and potential issues with large group sizes at the winery and vehicle comfort.
A comprehensive experience combining cultural and culinary highlights, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour and additional time at Montserrat based on traveler feedback.

Tour Overview

This private full-day trip from Barcelona takes visitors to the iconic Montserrat mountain and a local cava winery.

Explorers will discover the Santa Maria de Montserrat abbey and see the famous Black Virgin statue. They’ll enjoy free time to visit the museum and scenic parklands.

The tour also includes a cellar tour and cava tasting at a winery. Guests will receive personalized attention from a private, English-speaking guide throughout the day’s activities.

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Inclusions and Pricing

The private full-day trip from Barcelona to Montserrat and a cava winery costs from $718.21 per person, with the price varying based on group size. The tour includes a professional English-speaking guide, wine tasting, air-conditioned transportation, and hotel pickup/drop-off. However, gratuities, food, and drinks are not included, and there are additional costs for the Montserrat cable car (approx. 8 euros) and museum entrance fee (approx. 7 euros). Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the experience.

Inclusions	Cost
Professional guide	Included
Wine tasting	Included
Transportation	Included
Pickup/drop-off	Included
Gratuities	Not included
Food/drinks	Not included
Montserrat cable car	Approx. 8 euros
Museum entrance	Approx. 7 euros

Pickup and Meeting Details

The tour begins with pickup from selected locations or specified hotels in Barcelona. The start time is 8:30 AM.

The tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, but infant seats are available. Stroller accessibility is provided.

It’s recommended for travelers, but not suitable for children aged 4 and under. Guests are advised to wear suitable clothing and footwear due to varying temperatures.

The tour is conducted in English only, and the choir performance may not be included during certain periods.

Tour Experience and Recommendations

Travelers are the primary audience for this private Montserrat day trip, as it may not be suitable for children aged 4 and under.

Suitable clothing and footwear are advised due to varying temperatures at the different locations. The tour is only offered in English, so non-English speakers may have difficulty.

During certain periods, the famous Montserrat boys choir may not perform. This tour provides a memorable experience at Montserrat and the winery, with suggestions for comfortable footwear and additional time at Montserrat based on traveler feedback.

However, some feedback indicates large group sizes at the winery and vehicle comfort issues.

Questions About Your Stay

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Can I Bring My Own Food and Drinks on the Tour?

The tour includes a cellar tour and cava tasting at a winery, but doesn’t specify if travelers can bring their own food and drinks. It’s best to check with the tour operator about their policies on outside food and beverages.

Is There a Language Option Besides English for the Tour?

The tour is offered only in English and may not include a boys choir performance during certain periods. There’s no option for other language tours based on the information provided.

How Many People Are Typically in a Tour Group?

The tour group size typically ranges from a private small group to a maximum of around 20 people. The exact group size may vary depending on the demand and availability for the specific tour date.

Can I Purchase Additional Souvenirs at the Winery?

Yes, visitors can typically purchase souvenirs at the winery during the tour. The winery often offers a selection of wines, accessories, and other local products for purchase. Bringing extra spending money allows travelers to enjoy browsing the winery’s souvenirs.

Is There an Option to Extend the Duration of the Tour?

Yes, the tour operator offers an option to extend the duration of the tour. Guests can request additional time at the winery or in Montserrat for an extra fee, allowing more flexibility to explore as desired.

Final Verdict On This Stay

This private Montserrat and wine tasting tour from Barcelona offers a captivating blend of cultural exploration and culinary delight. Visitors can enjoy the stunning natural beauty of Montserrat, discover the historic abbey, and indulge in a guided cava tasting experience, all while enjoying personalized attention from an English-speaking guide. It’s an enriching day that seamlessly combines the region’s renowned natural and gastronomic offerings.