Montserrat Monastery & Horse Riding Experience from Barcelona
At a glance
Montserrat Monastery & Horse Riding Experience from Barcelona is a 7h small-group experience in Barcelona, Spain, operated by World Experience. Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 678 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $543.99 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: A 1h guided horseback ride with an experienced monitor, an amusing experience suitable for everyone., Multilingual Professional Mountain guide, Guided visit of the Magic Mountain & the Abbey of Montserrat. Monastery entrance ticket included.
Highlights
- Rated 4.9/5 by 678 travellers
- Small group of up to 16 people for a more personal experience
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 7 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 7h
- Group
- Small group, up to 16 travellers
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
The experience starts in Carrer Martí i Franquès 15, before journeying to experience the natural splendor of Montserrat, Catalonia’s most emblematic mountain. On the way to the Monastery, admire the Massif of Montserrat, a spectacular multi-peaked rocky range packed with unique needle-shape formations. Observe the area’s fascinating flora and fauna.
Get ready for a thrilling 1h horseback ride along the Natural Park, offering breathtaking views of Montserrat. All while enjoying the freedom and tranquility of the countryside.
*On Saturdays and Sundays there may be delays in the tour due to the high number of visitors to the monastery.
What's included
What's included
- A 1h guided horseback ride with an experienced monitor, an amusing experience suitable for everyone.
- Multilingual Professional Mountain guide
- Guided visit of the Magic Mountain & the Abbey of Montserrat. Monastery entrance ticket included
Not included
- Food and drinks unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
-
Stop 1 · 15m
Welcome with your guide at World Experience offices
-
Stop 2 · 1h
We will drive you throught Diagonal avenue, the largest in Barcelona
See the Royal Palace of Pedralbes and the Campus from the UB, the first public university in the city
Leave the city and start to see all the surrounding cities and towns.
We will drive you through the Countryside and you will start to see the great mountain of Montserrat Get into the Natural Park of Montserrat
See the great views while your are going up to the mountain -
Stop 3 · 15m
We will arrive to the Ranch to start with the Horse Riding experience
You will have a short briefing to know how to ride the horses
You will get a helmet and your horse -
Stop 4 · 1h 45m
Start of the Riding
Enjoy the great views of the mountain of Montserrat
Enjoy the landscape -
Stop 5 · 1h
Finish your ridding and go up to the monastery of Montserrat.
We will arrive to Montserrat and start de cultural visit to the Monastery
Learn about the history of the monastery
Visit the Basilica of Santa Maria de Montserrat
Learn about the Monks lifestyle
Enjoy the views from the Monastery -
Stop 6 · 1h 30m
Enjoy the free time
Visit the farmers market
Visit the cafeteria
Check the souvenirs stores -
Stop 7 · 1h 15m
Meet your guide again to go back to the bus
Way back from Montserrat to Barcelona and end of the experience at Av. Diagonal, 359, L'Eixample, 08037 Barcelona
Meeting point
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
Good to know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please, be at the check in point 15’ minutes before departure time.
- 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.
- Due to horse safety restrictions, anyone with a weight above 95 KG or below 12 years of age won't be allowed to join this activity
- 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 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.
- Tour may be affected due to special circumstances
- On Saturdays and Sundays there may be delays in the tour due to the high number of visitors to the monastery.
- The maximum number of people allowed per tour is 8. If the group has more than 8 participants, it will be splitted in two different groups, alternating the order of the activity.
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 & Horse Riding Experience from Barcelona take?
The experience lasts about 7h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $543.99 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?
A 1h guided horseback ride with an experienced monitor, an amusing experience suitable for everyone.; Multilingual Professional Mountain guide; Guided visit of the Magic Mountain & the Abbey of Montserrat. Monastery entrance ticket included.
Where does it start?
Hotel pickup is offered for this experience.
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 4.9 out of 5 across 678 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Barcelona.
