Start your half-day trip from Barcelona in comfortable bus to the mountain of Montserrat which rises majestically to 4,051 feet (1,236 meters). This Montserrat morning tour lasts about 5 hours and 30 minutes for the 08:00h departure, and 6 hours and 45 minutes for the 10:15h departure. You'll be accompanied by an official tour guide throughout the entire experience.
Follow your local guide through the site and learn about the history and architectural style of the Monastery. A community of 80 monks currently lives and follow the rule of Saint Benedict in Montserrat. Fall in love with the Gothic and Renaissance details of the basilica and sanctuary. Learn about the legend of the miraculous apparition of the Black Madonna and Child in the cave of Santa Cova. To this day, their woodcarving is kept in the Church of the monastery, which you will be able to visit. The figure is popularly known as La Moreneta (The Black Madonna) as a result of a varnish reaction.
Besides the main area, there are a great number of small churches and trails you can follow. You'll be given free time to taste the finest liquors, to visit the basilica and the Black Madonna and get a free gift, to shop for locally produced treats or to visit the audiovisual exhibition once your guided tour finishes.
Know in advance:
Remember to bring:
Cog-wheel train up to Montserrat
Air-conditioned motor coach
Bilingual official guide
Taste of 4 typical liquors
Entrance to the audiovisual 'Espai Audiovisual Montserrat'
Access to the basilica and the Black Madonna
Radio guide system
Food, drink and other amenities
Entrance tickets to any museum/monument/sight unless distinctly specified
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
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