Montserrat Small Group Tour with Tapas and Gourmet Wines
Description
Enjoy a relaxing, scenic getaway from bustling Barcelona on this small-group tour to Montserrat, a beautiful nearby mountain. Here, visit the Montserrat Monastery and, if option selected, a boutique historic winery. Set within a 10th century castle, tour the vineyards and head to the wine cellar to learn about wine production and taste three exquisite wines and a local tapas lunch. Add-On: VIP Winery Experience - Private access to the barrel room with an intimate tasting of extra 3 premium wines. Upgrade your day with exclusive access to the winery's private barrel cellar, normally closed to the public. Guided by an expert, you'll taste 3 premium wines in an intimate setting, including samples drawn directly from oak barrels and large foudres with a traditional pipette. A rare and luxurious experience designed for true wine lovers.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Once in Barcelona Nord Bus Station, check-in at our Castlexperience office. Arrive 20 minutes before the tour starts to check in before proceeding to the buses on the ground floor.
Enjoy a guided tour in Montserrat and visit all the highlights of the monastery by the hand of your local tour guide. You will then enjoy some free time to a palate some traditional foods made by Montserrat monks or farmers, as well as soaking in this special place where nature, culture and spirituality meet.
If option selected. Oller del Mas is not a common winery – its superb ecological wines have earned plenty of awards in the recent years. In fact, one of its wines won the “Best Wine in Catalonia” award in 2018. But the cellar is not only special for its wines. You will take a stroll by the vineyards, learn how the wine is made, and discover all of its secrets. *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.
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Important Information
- 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
- Tours start at 8:30 a.m. or 9:45 a.m. (depending on the season). Please arrive 20 minutes before the start time because check-in is required at our office before proceeding to the buses area.
- Groups are limited to 20 people per guide, though in rare cases may increase to 22. Transportation is shared with other groups.
- Comfortable clothes and walking shoes are recommended. Montserrat and the winery may have more extreme temperatures than Barcelona—check the forecast and dress accordingly. Bring water, especially in summer.
- The tour is not wheelchair accessible, but service animals are allowed. For reduced mobility, contact us before booking to discuss arrangements.
- Infants (3 years or younger) join free of charge but are not provided with car seats or meals.
- Dietary restrictions or allergies are accommodated without advance notice.
- We often work with boutique, family-owned wineries. Due to logistics, the winery may vary from Oller del Mas.
- Tour timings are approximate and may vary due to traffic, weather, or unforeseen events. We recommend avoiding scheduling other activities immediately after the tour to allow for potential delays.
- We follow all health and safety guidelines issued by authorities to ensure a safe environment for guests and staff.
Reviews(7,913)
Fabulous and Fun Experience with our Guide, Vince. He was so passionate about sharing His Knowledge of History, the Monastery at Monserrat and of the Winery we visited. Good charcuterie snacks to go with the Wine tastings. HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOU REQUEST Vince..from your Texas Friends.
This tour of the Montserrat Monastery and nearby vineyard was one of the highlights of our trip. Azul, our tour guide, and her two colleagues, were so knowledgeable, friendly, and full of humor. 10/10 recommend.
Thanks, Montse for guiding as ar this tour and providing knowledge about Montserrat and the winery.
The tour was great. Alberto was extremely knowledgeable, kind and welcoming. The transportation there was great bus was on time, clean and had great air conditioning. The bus ride back was ok, we were taken back on a different bus this bus was extremely dirty and the air conditioning left more to be desired.
Vince welcomed us and we transitioned to Xavi. He was amazing and so helpful and informative. Perfect timing on everything. Winery is amazing. Organic wines beautiful castle grounds.
Dear wine lover, Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed your time with Vince and Xavi, and that everything flowed so smoothly throughout the experience. It’s a special place, and we’re glad it left such an impression. Warm regards, Castlexperience Team
Highly recommend. Our guide Christina was lovely. Friendly and cheerful. Highlight was the tapas and wine tasting, lovely experience and so nice to chat with the other tourists.
Dear traveler, Thank you so much for the lovely review! We're so happy you had a great time with Christina. It's wonderful to hear that the tapas and wine tasting was a highlight, and that you enjoyed chatting with the other guests too. Those little moments often end up being the most memorable. Warm regards, Castlexperience Team
Michela was very friendly and knowledgeable and made the experience feel cozy.
Dear traveler, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the experience and hope to welcome you again on another tour. Castlexperience Team
Our visit to Montserrat was a truly enriching and unforgettable experience. Montsi demonstrated a deep knowledge of the history, culture, and traditions of this iconic place in Catalonia. Her passion for sharing every detail made the tour even more engaging, meaningful, and enjoyable. Catrina and I greatly appreciated her attentiveness throughout the entire visit. She was always attentive to our needs, answered our questions with kindness, and provided detailed explanations that helped us better understand the spiritual, historical, and cultural significance of Montserrat. Thanks to her professionalism, enthusiasm, and dedication, we were able to fully appreciate the beauty of the monastery, the majesty of the mountains, and the rich history that surrounds this unique destination. We highly recommend Montsi to anyone who wishes to discover Montserrat in an authentic, enjoyable, and inspiring way. Thank you, Montsi, for making our visit to Montserrat such a memorable and special experience. Your knowledge, warmth, and passion for sharing the story of this remarkable place made our day truly exceptional. Catrina and I will always cherish the memories of our time in Montserrat.
Dear wine lover, We truly appreciate your kind and thoughtful review. It’s very fulfilling to know you enjoyed the balance of culture, history, and that you felt welcomed throughout the day. Thank you for choosing us! Castlexperience Team
Montse was very knowledgeable and we really enjoyed spending the day with her. Montse gave us many options to choose from during our visit to Montserrat, which we appreciated very much. The wine tour was very interesting as we love our Australian wines, but wanted to try some Spanish wines, and they were yummy 😋 The Tapas were also yummy, thanks Montse ☺️
Dear globetrotter, We’re so pleased you had a wonderful time discovering Montserrat and enjoying the time with us. Thanks for the great feedback! Castlexperience Team
It was a wonderful day starting with the weather, the tour guide Montse and amazing Montserrat. Thank you.
Dear Dalia, We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It means a lot to us to know you had a great time! Castlexperience Team
