From Barcelona : Montserrat Very Early Small Group Tour & Hiking
Overview
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7 hours
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Discover the only trip that arrives at 7 : 30h in Montserrat and be a lot of time without any other tourists. We will set off from Barcelona by van for 7 persons from 6 : 15h till 6 : 35h.
From mid September till mid February we will see the sunrise.
First we will visit the Abbey and the Black Madonna and we won't be faced with long lines.
After that, you'll have two options:
FIRST : Around 8 : 30h, we will start a circular hiking tour with wonderful views.
The maximum elevation gain and loss will do is 350m / 1146ft, with 5.1km / 3.16 miles.
SECOND : You can hike wherever you want but by yourself. You can take the funicular (cable car under the cabin) from 9:30h. I will tell you anyway which hiking routes I recommend you to do.
At 12:30h we will go back to Barcelona to arrive at 13:30h.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
People with mobility problems are not accepted
People who cannot walk at a normal pace are not accepted
People over 65 years old are accepted but who do not have any mobility problems
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Entrance to the Abbey and the Black Madonna when there are still no tourists
Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel in different areas of Barcelona
Transportation in a van for only 7 participants
Guided tour and hiking tour with different difficulty options
Breakfast
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Barcelona
We will leave Barcelona at 6:45h to arrive in Montserrat at 7:30h. Pick-up will be between 6:15h and 6:35h at your hotel if it is located in the Eixample and other neighborhoods, except, for example, Gothic, Raval, Born, etc. You can ask where I can pick you up and you will not normally have to walk more than 5 minutes.
At 8 am we will visit the Abbey and see the Black Madonna without queuing.
Options
Sunrise in Montserrat
Pickup included
Reviews
121 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Must-Do Montserrat Experience
Stephanie C,
Oct 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00This hike absolutely blew my mind! Be ready for an adventure you’ll never forget. It’s definitely challenging, but the views are beyond words totally worth every step. Albert was hilarious, super knowledgeable, and full of great energy and positivity. Be prepared for lots of stairs, but trust me, it’s so worth it. A must-do experience!
Stood up by tour guide.
Pamela A,
Oct 24, 2025
- Viator
1.00I got up at 4:45 AM and stood on the street corner in the dark, where I was told to meet my guide. He never showed up. Later he admitted he went to the wrong corner. He left me standing there and went on the tour without me. He deleted me from the group chat and refused to come back and get me even though he was only five minutes or less away . He never called to check on me. I really wanted and needed this spiritual experience. Very disappointing.
Fantastic experience, great host, early is the way to go!
Chris P,
Oct 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Such a great experience from start to finish! Albert was a great host, all instructions were very clear and simple. Starting very early is definitely the way to go, arriving at the monastery as the sun rose was magical. Seeing the black Madonna with no queues, no question I would prefer that to crowds. I took the hike to the top, it is very tough, you need hiking/mountain experience as it's up-up-up. The views along the way and the top are an ample award. The cable car on the way down was awesome, I don't like heights but when in Barcelona! The train down was an option. Albert was a great host for our group throughout, apparently he doesn't have super-powers to change the weather but maybe offer your prayer to the black Madonna for a clear day. Albert was definitely the (mountain) G.O.AT, thanks for making this the best day of my visit. Id recommend to anyone, and even if you are not mountain-fit just the sunrise, early start and a smaller walk to the cross and church would be worth every penny.
A "Must Do" while in Barcelona!
Rosemary K,
Sep 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Montserrat is a unique and spiritual experience. Words cannot adequately describe it. Being there so early when the sun rises (and before all the tourists get there) is the only way to do it. Albert is a superb tour guide and driver. He gave us all the options... whether to hike to the top, or hang out on the main level and go at your own pace. I went to the 11 am mass in the monastery. Took the funicular up to the top, and then met the group via zip train down the mountain. Treat yourself to a wonderful experience... take this tour with Albert!
Optimal Trip to Montserrat!
Bailey M,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00This is the way to do Montserrat! Got there with plenty of time to see the monastery and Black Madonna before any big groups arrived. It was awesome to see the sunrise as well! Albert was a great guide and was chill and flexible when I decided to change hiking plans along the way. Van was comfortable and convenient. Highly recommend!
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