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Montserrat from Barcelona by Guided private coach Tour

A Guide to coach tours to Montserrat. Prices, Tickers & options for coach trips to Montserrat Monastery in Catalonia Spain

Updated: Jul 14, 2024 by: Barcelona Travel Hacks Views: 751

About Montserrat by Guided private coach Tour

Visiting Montserrat from Barcelona is one of the most popular day trips and can be done as a self guided tour from Barcelona using the Train + Cable car or Train + Cremallera.

However if you prefer to visit Montserrat as an organised coach tour this option is also available.

The advantages of an organised coach tour are:

  1. Stress free means of visiting Montserrat.
  2. Meet like minded people on the bus to share the visit experience with.
  3. No prior knowlege of Barcelona train network needed.
  4. Some tours come with a guide who will privide explanations and history of the Monastery complex.

  5. Tours sometimes combine other interesting activities nearby such as wine tasting.

  6. Once in a lifetime experiences like hot air balooning.
  7. Group bookings available with hotel pick up.

Visiting Montserrat by Guided private coach Tour

For an idea of what to do and see at Montserrat Monastery, you can read about it in my Montserrat Monastery Blog.

What to take with you for Montserrat by Guided private coach Tour

These tours are ideal for people with reduced mobility or want to go to Montserrat with young children or a large family group.

Montserrat by Guided private coach Tour Tickets

Depart Barcelona early (6am or 6:30am) by people-carrier (maximum 7 people) and arrive at Montserrat at 7:15am to a tranquil tourist free Montserrat. Listen the monks singing at 7:30am and then see the iconic Black Madonna without any queue and the Basilica. Around 9:30h you will have 3 hours of free time. During your free time you can take the Sant Joan funicular (tickets not included) up to a height of 1000 meters or walk up on your own. You can also visit the museum (not included, but tickets with discount). Return to Barcelona at 2pm.

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Montserrat Monasteryhalf-day trip guided tour from Barcelona via the Cremallera rack railway or Aeri Cable car. Visit the Basilica and Black Madonna statue. Board a bus from Barcelona To Monistrol where the rack railway or aeri cable car is used to ascend to the monastery. Discover its rocky geography, beautiful scenery, local liquors, and cultural wealth with a guide.

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return bus tour from central Barcelona to Montserrat Monastery with local guide. Guided tour of the local monastery and hear about its incredible history. Then, enjoy free time to either go hiking in the magical hills, feast on an all-you-can-eat lunch looking out over mystical views, or explore the museum and further discover the history of this famous landmark. After a couple of hours, return to Barcelona via bus. This ticket does not include the black madonna which can be purchased separately.

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Half-day sightseeing in Montserrat Monastery and wine tasting tour from Barcelona by bus. Enjoy breathtaking views of the montserrat mountain range tasting Catalan wines at a local winery, and walk through historic pathways, learning about the region from your local guide. After a short visit to Montserrat Monastery, head to a boutique winery, just a few minutes away, and tour one of the most important wineries in the region. Located in an impressive castle that?s more than 1,000 years old. Small tour group of 20 people maximum and include a tour of the vineyards and winery. taste 3 wines and learn about the upkeep of the vines, the grape harvest, how the French oak barrels impact on the flavor, and more. The tasting table will be laden with Spanish tapas.

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From Estacio del Nord bus terminal, take a private bus to Monistrol de montserrat and transfer onto the Cremallera rack railway to Monserrat Monastery for a guided tour of the basilica and surrounding complex. if a half day tour return to Barcelona. If a full day tour continue on to a beautiful boutique winery with mountain views and savor traditional flavors with a light tapas or multi-course lunch at the winery (depending on the option selected). Wander around the vineyards, learn about wine-making process, enjoy a wine-tasting session before returning to Barcelona.

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Hotel pick up in mini van to visit the sagrada familia followed by a trip to Montserrat Monastery. Marvel at the extraordinary architecture by Antoni Gaudí, including his unfinished basilica of La Sagrada Familia. Travel up Montjuïc hill and stop at the Mirador de l'Alcalde to get stunning views from the terrace. Next, head to the sacred mountain of Montserrat to discover the natural monument and Benedictine monastery of Santa Maria de Montserrat.

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Exclusive flight on a hot air balloon close to Montserrat mountain and admire its unique needle shape formations, one of the most spectacular landscapes in Catalonia. Visit the iconic monastery after your scenic flight. Head directly to the flying zone, where you will participate in the inflation of the balloon. Once it?s ready, you will take off for a fantastic 1-hour flight close to the mountain and the surrounding area. Toast with a glass of cava your flight in this magic land before heading to the monastery by Cable Car.

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Meet the guide in the centre of Barcelona to take a bus to Monistrol de Montserrat where the Cremallera rack railway will take you up to Montserrat monastery for a guided tour. Take the Sant Joan Funicular to enjoy a short walking tour of the mountain and enjoy the views. Have some free time back in the monastery area after your hike. Browse the local market before you return back to Barcelona.

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6-hour small-group excursion to Monistrol de Montserrat by minivan followed by Aeri cable car ascent to the monastery for a guided tour. Complete an easy hike in the capable hands of a certified mountain guide as you explore the mountain and the hermitages. Enjoy free time back at the monastery to eat or visit the museum.

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Getting to Montserrat by Guided private coach Tour

Address: Aparcament d'autocars, Monestir de Montserrat. 08199

Depending on the tour, the pickup point may vary so pay attention when purchasing the tickets.

A Common pick-up point in Barcelona is the Estacio del Nord Bus Terminal which you can read about in my public transport blog.

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