Montserrat & Cogwheel Train, Gourmet Wine Tasting & Tapas/Lunch

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

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If you really want to get to know Barcelona and Catalonia, a visit to Montserrat is a must. This day tour combines a visit to this magical site with a wonderful food and wine experience. Ride a cogwheel train to the top of Montserrat Mountain while admiring its spectacular views. Explore a winery set in a 10th-century castle owned by the same family for 36 generations. Tasting top-quality wines and enjoying local gastronomy will be highlights of your trip.

Additional Info

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 9:45 a.m. 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.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Once in Barcelona Nord Bus Station, check-in at our Castlexperience office.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Abadia de Montserrat

Enjoy a guided tour in Montserrat and visit all the highlights of the monastery by the hand of your local tour guide. You will then enjoy some free time to a palate some traditional foods made by Montserrat monks or farmers, as well as soaking in this special place where nature, culture and spirituality meet. Meet your tour guide again to get on board for the second part of the tour. Oller del Mas cellar awaits!

2 hours • Admission Included

What‘s Included

Regional tapas lunch with dessert (tapas option only)

Local English-speaking tour guide (max. 20 people per guide)

Guided visit to Montserrat Monastery & entrance to the Basilica

Transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned shared bus

Three wine tasting (if option selected)

Visit a winery located within a 10th-century castle (if option selected)

Multi-course meal with wine (lunch option only)

Cogwheel train ride up the mountain

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Tips and gratuities (optional)

Tickets to touch the Black Madonna

Options

Montserrat, Cogwheel & Lunch

Montserrat, Cogwheel & WIne: Groups of max 20 people: includes cogwheel train, guided tour, entry to the Basilica, traditional lunch & wine tasting.
Duration: 10 hours: This tour returns to Barcelona at 7pm

Montserrat+Cogwheel+Tapas ENG

Montserrat, Tapas & Wine
Duration: 8 hours: Groups of max 20 people: includes cogwheel train, guided tour, acCess to the Basilica, tapas brunch and wine tasting.
Tapas option: Tour in English

Only Montserrat Full Package

Duration: 6 hours: Groups of max. 20 people. Includes transfers, the cogwheel train, a guided tour, entry to the Basllica, 2.5 hours free time.

Montserrat+Cogwheel+Tapas SPA

Montserrat, Tapas & Wine: Groups of max 20 people: includes cogwheel train, guided tour, access to the Basilica, tapas brunch and wine tasting.
Duration: 8 hours: This tour returns to Barcelona at 5.30pm.
Tour in Spanish

Reviews

4.89

6,222 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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Awesome your!
V9830PWjessicah,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Yerai was marvelous! His sense of humor and knowledge kept all of us entertained all the way till the end. A must when in the area!
Snow on Montserrat
Doghouse1606,,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Carlos was fantastic. He made sure I had a beverage other than red wine. He was very knowledgeable. I would recommend this tour and Carlos.
Very Enjoyable Day
Janice D,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This tour is in a big motor coach to a very touristy site. The drive to Montserrat is on a windy mountain road, and the bus driver was very safe. The guide was excellent. I really enjoyed all components of the trip. The only thing I don't like about Barcelona is the taxi drivers that rip you off.
Memorable
154niranjana,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience.. would highly recommend this trip.. it actually snow that day making the visit one of a kind.. The team was very professional and remain calm while we were stuck on the road because...of the snow.. Lucas our guide is very knowledgeable..
Lucky to Have Toni as Our Montserrat Guide
Cynthia A,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had an incredible experience visiting Montserrat, and much of that was thanks to our guide, Toni. Despite snow and rain and a large group, he was patient, organized, and kept everything running smoothly. His knowledge of the area and history was excellent, and his recommendations throughout the trip were spot-on. We truly felt lucky to have Toni as our guide and would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Montserrat.
Great experience, great guide, great wine
Martha E,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent experience. We had a great time. The tour was amazing. The bus was very comfortable, and our tour guide, Mayi was exceptional. We had enough time to enjoy Monserrat. Then the wine tasting and tapas activity was great!! The vineyard and the house is beautiful!! The wines are great too!!
Amazing and special day
206sherrillw,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Luca was exceptional as were all of your employees that I interacted with throughout the day. When we had the trouble leaving on the bus during the snow, he kept all of us calm and informed. He did an outstanding job explaining the wines and all of the information at the monastery.
Montserrat - Winery Tour
John C,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had an exceptional experience on this all day excursion with Toni our tour guide. He is very knowledgeable and talks with a passion rarely seen by a tour guide. He was especially impressive discussing the different wines during the winery lunch and tastings. If your planning an all day tour to Monsurat, you definitely need to request Toni as your guide.
Once in a lifetime
harischandrar2020,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was in a lifetime experience. Luca our guide is so knowledgeable, that made the journey a memorable one. Thank you Luca.
Amazing experience
NazzyT,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Thias our guide was amazing. Really knowledgeable and a good sense of humor. We would have loved to have another half an hour at Monserrat as I feel the free time was a little too short. Winery and tapas was great.