Montserrat Monastery Tour from Barcelona w/ Natural Park Hiking
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Tour Code: 444838
Montserrat Monastery Tour from Barcelona w/ Natural Park Hiking
5.0 (0 reviews)
Tour Code: 444838
Departure City
Barcelona
End City
Barcelona
Tour Type
Hiking
Duration
5 hours
Language
English Live, French Live, German Live, Spanish Live
Guide Type
Guided Tour
Activity Level
Moderate, Strenuous
Accessibility
Not accessible
Highlights
• A 5.5 hours guided visit of Montserrat
• Private Transport and bilingual specialized mountain guide
• Be amazed by the Montserrat Abbey
• Admire the views from the Sant Joan railway
• Taste the typical catalan dessert, mel i mató (cheese drizzled with honey) from the local farmers
• Soft trekking in the Natural Park of Montserrat with best scenic views
• Premium Small Group for a personalized experience
• Private Transport and bilingual specialized mountain guide
• Be amazed by the Montserrat Abbey
• Admire the views from the Sant Joan railway
• Taste the typical catalan dessert, mel i mató (cheese drizzled with honey) from the local farmers
• Soft trekking in the Natural Park of Montserrat with best scenic views
• Premium Small Group for a personalized experience
Itinerary
SHORT DESCRIPTION
Experience Barcelona's holy mountain, Montserrat, on a half or full day tour. Board the Montserrat Railway to observe the area's fascinating flora and fauna. Follow a natural trail (soft hiking) replete of verdant beauty in Montserrat Natural Park. Taste the typical catalan dessert, mel i mató (cheese drizzled with honey) from the local farmers.
Have fun and feel unique in your experience in a Premium Small Group Tour.
LONG DESCRIPTION
The experience starts in the upper part of Passeig de Gràcia, before journeying to experience the natural splendor of Montserrat, Catalonia's most emblematic mountain. Topped by a Benedictine Monastery, Montserrat is an ideal half-day trip to spend a fun day in nature, just a few kilometers away from Barcelona. On the way to the Monastery, admire the Massif of Montserrat, a spectacular multi-peaked rocky range packed with unique needle-shape formations. Upon arrival, visit the Monastery, which was founded in the 10th century and still functions to this day, with over 70 monks. It is also well-known for hosting the figure of La Moreneta (visit not guaranteed), who is the patron saint of Catalonia. Your guide will bring history alive by explaining the history and ventures of this Monastery dating nearly a thousand years.
Board the Sant Joan Railway to observe the area's fascinating flora and fauna. The tour will continue a soft hike replete with verdant beauty while you admire a scenic landscape in Montserrat Natural Park. "To recover some energy after the hiking, you will taste the typical catalan dessert, mel i mató (cheese drizzled with honey) from one of the local farmers. The sweetest way to end this wonderful tour.
You will have free time Visit the farmers market Visit the cafeteria Check the souvenirs stores The Escolania is a boys' choir of sopranos and altos based at the Benedictine abbey Santa Maria de Montserrat near Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. Meet your guide again to go back to the bus way back to Barcelona.
Experience Barcelona's holy mountain, Montserrat, on a half or full day tour. Board the Montserrat Railway to observe the area's fascinating flora and fauna. Follow a natural trail (soft hiking) replete of verdant beauty in Montserrat Natural Park. Taste the typical catalan dessert, mel i mató (cheese drizzled with honey) from the local farmers.
Have fun and feel unique in your experience in a Premium Small Group Tour.
LONG DESCRIPTION
The experience starts in the upper part of Passeig de Gràcia, before journeying to experience the natural splendor of Montserrat, Catalonia's most emblematic mountain. Topped by a Benedictine Monastery, Montserrat is an ideal half-day trip to spend a fun day in nature, just a few kilometers away from Barcelona. On the way to the Monastery, admire the Massif of Montserrat, a spectacular multi-peaked rocky range packed with unique needle-shape formations. Upon arrival, visit the Monastery, which was founded in the 10th century and still functions to this day, with over 70 monks. It is also well-known for hosting the figure of La Moreneta (visit not guaranteed), who is the patron saint of Catalonia. Your guide will bring history alive by explaining the history and ventures of this Monastery dating nearly a thousand years.
Board the Sant Joan Railway to observe the area's fascinating flora and fauna. The tour will continue a soft hike replete with verdant beauty while you admire a scenic landscape in Montserrat Natural Park. "To recover some energy after the hiking, you will taste the typical catalan dessert, mel i mató (cheese drizzled with honey) from one of the local farmers. The sweetest way to end this wonderful tour.
You will have free time Visit the farmers market Visit the cafeteria Check the souvenirs stores The Escolania is a boys' choir of sopranos and altos based at the Benedictine abbey Santa Maria de Montserrat near Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. Meet your guide again to go back to the bus way back to Barcelona.
Tips
Occasionally the Montserrat mountain railway has to undergo maintenance. If the rail way is undergoing maintenance, this tour's route and the hike will be adjusted to include all the best views and ensure you still see the Montserrat Abbey, and have a great time.
Visiting Attractions
Montserrat
Santa Maria de Montserrat
Meeting & Transfer Info
Meeting Point
08:30 AM | Barcelona
We Barcelona - Passeig de Gràci Passatge de la Concepció, 7. 08008.
What’s Included
Includes
- Guided visit of the Magic Mountain & the Abbey of Montserrat
- Multilingual Professional Mountain guide
- Private Transfer with A/C
- Tickets for Sant Joan's railway
- Tasting of the typical catalan dessert, mel i mató (cheese drizzled with honey) from the local farmers
- One hour of hiking in the Natural Park
- Premium Small Group maximum capacity 18 people
Excludes
Special Notes
- 18 pax maximum.
- Please, be at the check in point 15 minutes before departure time.
- Comfortable clothing and shoes.
- There is a minimum of people required to operate the tour. In the event that this minimum is not met, customers will be offered an alternative date, another tour of equal or superior value, or a full refund.
- There is a minimum number of people required to operate on languages that are not English or Spanish. if this minimum is not reached, the tour will be offered in English.
- This product is subject to cancellation or rescheduling based on inclement weather.
- The visit to the Moreneta is not guaranteed, it is subject to availability and depending on the season, as there may be up to 2hrs of queue.
- Tour may be affected due to special circumstances.
- The use of a mask in public areas is mandatory in accordance with Spanish regulations.
This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
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