Montserrat Monastery and Hiking Experience with Cable Car
At a glance
Montserrat Monastery and Hiking Experience with Cable Car is a 6h 30m small-group experience in Barcelona, Spain, operated by Catalan Trails. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 18 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $89.56 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Montserrat Natural Park guided Hike, Montserrat Monastery skip the line tickets & guided visit, Transport by private air-conditioned minivan.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 8 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 6 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 6h 30m
- Group
- Small group, up to 8 travellers
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Experience the best of Montserrat on a premium small-group tour (max 8 people) led by a local mountain guide. Visit the Montserrat Monastery before the crowds, with skip-the-line tickets included. Ride the Sant Joan Funicular to the mountaintop and enjoy a scenic hike through Montserrat Natural Park, surrounded by stunning rock formations and panoramic views. Learn about the area's unique nature and history along the way. Finish with a visit to the local Farmers Market before heading back to Barcelona.
What's included
What's included
- Montserrat Natural Park guided Hike
- Montserrat Monastery skip the line tickets & guided visit
- Transport by private air-conditioned minivan
- Premium Small Group Tour for a maximum of 8 people
- English/Spanish-speaking certified local mountain guide
- Hiking poles, insurance & water refill (please bring your reusable water bottle)
- Sant Joan Funicular Cable Car ride
Not included
- Hotel pick-up or drop-off
- Gratuities (optional)
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h
Start your Montserrat adventure with a scenic drive around the mountain
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Stop 2 · 15m
Arrive to Montserrat and enjoy the first breathtaking views of the monastery as your guide starts introducing the origins of this magical place.
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Stop 3 · 45m
Enjoy a guided visit of Montserrat Monastery with your spaecialized local guide. He will discover you the most important historical facts and the significance of this Benedictine Monasery founded on XI century for the Catalan culture and identity. You will also learn some of Montserrat Monastery legends and the monks way of living. Monastery skip the line tickets are included.
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Stop 4 · 15m
Ride Sant Joan Funicular Cable Car up the Mountain.
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Stop 5 · 2h
Hike the Scenic trails of Montserrat Natural Park with your specialized mounyain guide and discover its geological and botanical values as you enjoy breathtaking landscapes.
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Stop 6 · 45m
Enjoy fre time at the monastery before coming back to Barcelona. Relax, grab some food at the cafeteria or sample some local products at the farmer's market.
Meeting point
Your guide will meet you at Passeig de Gràcia 26 at 8:00am (please be there 5 minutes before as the tour departs punctually at 8:00am).
Your guide will be wearing a Catalan Trails uniform.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please wear hiking / sport shoes and comfortable clothes
- This is an active experience and includes a hike (3km / 2 milles with an elevation loss of 300 m / 1000 feet.)
- Please bring snacks for the hike
- Please bring a reusable water bottle (we provide water refill)
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Montserrat Monastery and Hiking Experience with Cable Car take?
The experience lasts about 6h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $89.56 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Montserrat Natural Park guided Hike; Montserrat Monastery skip the line tickets & guided visit; Transport by private air-conditioned minivan; Premium Small Group Tour for a maximum of 8 people; English/Spanish-speaking certified local mountain guide; Hiking poles, insurance & water refill (please bring your reusable water bottle).
Where does it start?
Your guide will meet you at Passeig de Gràcia 26 at 8:00am (please be there 5 minutes before as the tour departs punctually at 8:00am). Your guide will be wearing a Catalan Trails uniform.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Spanish.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 18 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Barcelona.
