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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Chris_P, 10/30/2025 2:11:24 AM
The VIP Montserrat Half-Day Tour with Tapas and Gourmet Wines - was great! And so was our host Xavi!
Daksh_J, 10/29/2025 3:35:23 PM
The tour was excellent! Reaching on time is crucial, and the overall planning was great. I wish we'd have had half an hour more at Montserrat more to have a bit more of a leisurely experience though. Vince, our tour guide was just spectacular! He was incredibly knowledgeable on Spanish history, immensely passionate of his job and had a vast breadth and depth of knowledge of wines. The best part was that he was not pretentious at all despite having this treasure trove of knowledge and experience! Extremel friendly and fun guy to be around!
Paul_D, 10/29/2025 1:32:51 PM
Knowledgeable people , would have liked to have landmarks pointed out on the way out of Barcelona, and more interaction between guides and tourists.
Diane_O, 10/29/2025 12:27:54 PM
Guides were terrific. Small groups. Ivan was quite knowledgeable. We boarded our cruise the next day and recommended to several people.
dhmelin, 10/29/2025 10:33:13 AM
Loved this tour! Judit was entertaining, knowledgeable, and fun to be with. We accomplished a lot without feeling rushed. Especially appreciated her extensive knowledge of wines. We even tried orange wine because of her recommendation!
Y6002VDjohno, 10/29/2025 9:34:31 AM
We had amazing day. Judit was excellent and knowledgeable. Montserrat was beautiful and nice winery. A very enjoyable experience. Thank you!
deboraht809, 10/29/2025 9:28:59 AM
Judit was exceptional as our tour guide! She was personable and knowledgeable! The tour gave us a great overview of Montserrat and the tapas lunch with wine tasting was better than I anticipated! Thank you!
Evi_G, 10/28/2025 3:47:32 PM
The Montserrat tour was amazing! All the guides were great, but Ale (Alejandro) made it extra special- knowledgeable, attentive, and funny. A joy to have as our guide.
Elina_G, 10/28/2025 1:11:00 PM
We booked the half day trip with tapas and wine tasting from Barcelona and were in Lina's group who is an exceptionally welcoming and knowledgeable guide. We learned a lot about the monastery and the history of the beautiful Montserrat region. We tasted plenty of local produce and bought a jar of honey and a delicious piece of cheese. Only drawback was we were time restricted and could not go on the funicular nor touch the Black madonna. Hiking seemed rather attractive too on one's own time and transport. We would still definitely recommend the group visit to Montserrat with tapas and wine tasting experience for families. Our teenagers were the youngest ones in the group, however, Lina assured they felt included and engaged throughout the tour, and even had a bottle of house grape juice during the wine tasting joining in for the Salut! Views are truly spectacular !
lori_l, 10/28/2025 9:42:16 AM
Montserrat is a must visit from its beautiful landscape and the history of the area. The visit to the winery was especially enjoyable because of our guide Elena, who we learned is a sommelier. She was very knowledgeable about the wines and the process they were made.
- 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
Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund