Montserrat: Breathtaking Views, Gourmet Tapas & Wine Escape
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.
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Jesse_M, 10/19/2025 2:38:56 PM
Great tour! Sites and tour guides were fantastic. Would highly recommend for anyone looking to experience Catalonian culture.
saniccum, 10/19/2025 11:22:01 AM
I would highly recommend this tour. It is the most beautiful scenery! It felt like we were close to heaven at the Montserrat. Our guide Lesly was amazing and was a wealth of knowledge. Thanks for a great time!! Oh, and the wine was good too!
Kassie_O, 10/19/2025 10:49:55 AM
Lesly was fantastic!! Funny and very knowledgeable- a great tour overall with the most beautiful views to take in. Highly recommend!
Tom_B, 10/19/2025 10:30:12 AM
Our guide Thia was great. Walk was challenging but worth the effort. Good opportunity to get out of town
P2465YImargiem, 10/19/2025 3:26:37 AM
Sofia and the whole crew at Castlewines did a fantastic job. The information Sofia provided at the Monastery was very interesting. The wine tasting was informative and Sofia did a great job explaining the wines. During our free time, she interacted with us and took pictures for us. It was a great tour. I strongly recommend!
Louis_M, 10/19/2025 1:44:57 AM
Not enough free time to really enjoy all the sites. Way to many tour buses for such a small site. This ruined the experience. The winery tour with tapas a big disappointment. The wine served needed to be aged and was not good, and the tapas were not eatable!!!!!!! On the positive side Leena was very friendly, and knowledgeable. She made sure everyone on our tour had a good time. Thank you Leena. overcrowded
Janice_D, 10/18/2025 10:08:42 PM
We loved this tour. Our excellent tour guide Xavi was super knowledgeable and passionate about the sites, the history, the are and local culture. He was kind and enthusiastic. This tour was quite gentle for those of us who have some difficulty with mobiiity, and the tour guide was considerate of our needs. Montserrat was breathtaking and the wine tour was fun and informative. I would recommend this tour and this company wholeheartedly.
Susan F, 10/18/2025 12:05:31 PM
We had a wonderful experience! The monastery and grounds tour was so amazing even with fog obscuring our views… our driver and tour guide Sophia were top notch! I enjoyed all of the information regarding the history and details of the park and Benedictine Monastery. The church was beautiful. Sophia did an Amazing job showing us what to see and do! Then off to the winery…the tapas and wine tasting was great! I highly recommend this your!!
debmV4897LI, 10/18/2025 11:56:27 AM
We had an excellent day with Sophia ❤️ She was very knowledgeable re the experience. And the wine ! Thank you for an awesome day!
32garethk, 10/18/2025 10:37:47 AM
We had an amazing time as we toured Montserrat with clear skies above and clouds below. It was truly picturesque. We got a smile from a monk as well. Our guide Vince was truly informative but especially so when it came to the winery tour. We would highly recommend this tour and Vince if you are so lucky
- 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.
Departure point
Once in Barcelona Nord Bus Station, check-in at our Castlexperience office. Arrive 20 minutes before the tour starts to check in.Return details
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.Redemption
At Barcelona Nord Bus Station (C/Nàpols, 68. 08018 Barcelona), please enter the building and check in at our Castlexperience office. Arrive at least 20 minutes before the tour departure to complete check-in. • Please arrive at the meeting point 20 min before the start of the tour. - Tapas Option in English returns to Barcelona at 3.30pm - Tapas Option in Spanish returns to Barcelona at 5.30pm - Only Montserrat Option returns to Barcelona at 3.30pm. Please note that unexpected delays due to traffic may affect the return time. We recommend avoiding scheduling other activities immediately after the tour to allow for potential delays. • There is a limit of 20 people per guide, although transportation will be shared with other groups. • Our company is composed of a deeply committed team of people. We are working hard in our team, and with all our partners, to be up to the current circumstances. When operating, all our services abide by all health and security policies. • Temperatures in Montserrat and the winery tend to be more extreme than in Barcelona. Please check the weather forecast and dress accordingly. We advise bringing water, especially in the summer season. Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended. • Infants aged 3 or less may join the tour free of charge, but note that no car seat or meals are provided. • We cater for any dietary allergies or restrictions – no need to warn us beforehand! • Montserrat is a Natural Park a very highlighted cultural destination that can't be entirely explored in a single tour. Your experience includes some free time in Montserrat. If you would like to spend extra time in Montserrat, please check with your guide upon arrival. • 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.24 hours before travel date - 100% refund
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