About this experience
This private experience brings together the best of Montserrat and its surrounding wine region in a single, well-paced day. With a local guide leading the way, you’ll travel comfortably, learn the stories behind the monastery, and enjoy the area without rush or crowds. The itinerary includes time to appreciate Montserrat from above via the cogwheel train, a thoughtful multi-course lunch featuring seasonal Catalan cuisine, and an unhurried visit to a family-run organic winery, where tradition and landscape shape the wines. It’s a day designed with care, balance, and genuine local character.
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Admission to the Atrium, Basilica, Throne of Our Lady of Montserrat
- Multi-course lunch with wine pairing at Bages 964 restaurant
- Pick-up and drop-off
- Guided tour of the winery and cellars at Oller del Mas
- Guided Visit in Montserrat
- Return tickets for the Montserrat cogwheel train
- Tasting of 4 organic high end wines
- Private round-trip transportation from Barcelona in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
- Tips and gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
Begin your day with a scenic ride on the Montserrat cogwheel train, the most iconic way to reach the top of the mountain. As you ascend, you’ll have panoramic views of the Montserrat mountain range, famous for its dramatic rock formations and natural beauty.
Upon arrival, your guide will lead a guided tour of the Montserrat Monastery, introducing you to the history of this important Benedictine abbey and the role it continues to play in Catalan culture. Your visit includes admission to the Atrium and the Basílica of Montserrat.
There will also be time to explore at your own pace. After your visit, you’ll descend once again by cogwheel train to continue the experience.
At lunchtime, you’ll enjoy a multi-course meal at Bages 964, the restaurant located on the Oller del Mas estate. Their kitchen focuses on fresh, seasonal products, prepared with a balance of traditional Catalan flavors and modern touches. The menu changes throughout the year depending on what is in season, so dishes always feel honest, local, and well-prepared. The meal is served in a calm setting with views of the magical mountain: Montserrat.
After lunch, you’ll continue to the winery for a guided visit. Here you’ll learn about the estate’s organic winemaking and its commitment to recovering ancient native grape varieties, including the Red Picapoll, a unique grape reborn in this region. The experience concludes with a tasting of four organic gama alta wines, each reflecting the identity of the land and the character of the estate.
Meeting and pickup information
- Pickup is included from hotels/private accommodations in Barcelona city center. However, pickups from the cruise port or the airport are not included and are specifically excluded from this service.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Castlexperience Wine Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour duration is travel time included
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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