Montserrat Hiking Experience & Monastery Premium Small Group Tour
Overview
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6 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Premium Small Group tour of up to 8 people.
- Specialized local Mountain Guide.
- Visit Montserrat Monastery before the crowds arrive. Skip the line tickets included.
- Hike the the trails of Montserrat Natural Park Off the beaten path
Embark on an unforgettable journey to Montserrat, a place where history, spirituality, and nature converge harmoniously.
After 1 hour scenic drive, your Montserrat experience will start visiting the medieval Benedictine Monastery. Learn all of it's surprising history, legends and the monks way of living with your specialized local guide.
Continue with an off-the-beaten-path hike from the monastery, immersing yourself in the pristine beauty of Montserrat's rugged terrain and unique rock formations, offering panoramic vistas of the Monastery and the valleys below. Your guide will unravel the mountain's natural wonders, from its diverse flora and fauna to its fascinating geology.
After the hike visit Montserrat Farmers Market.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please wear hiking / sport shoes and comfortable clothes
This is an active experience and includes a hike
Hiking distance Off The Beaten Path option 5,5km / 3,5 milles with an elevation gain / loss of 300 m / 1000 feet.
Hiking distance Funicular Cable Car option 3km / 2 milles all downhill
Please bring your packed lunch / snacks
Please bring a reusable water bottle (we provide water refill)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Personal insurance
Transport by private air-conditioned eight-seater minivan
Montserrat Monastery skip the line tickets & guided visit
Montserrat Natural Park guided hike
Please bring your reusable water bottle
Typical Catalan snacks (when Off The Beathen Path hiking option is selected)
Tips (optional)
Hotel pickup and drop-off (only included on private option)
What To Expect
Barcelona
Begin your adventure in the heart of Barcelona at the iconic Passeig de Gracia, where your expert guide will greet you. Hop aboard a comfortable eight-seater van for a scenic 1-hour drive, taking in the city’s most celebrated landmarks. As you cruise through the vibrant streets, marvel at the architectural wonders of Antoni Gaudí’s modernist masterpieces, including the stunning façades of Casa Batlló and La Pedrera. Pass by the historic University of Barcelona, a testament to the city’s rich academic tradition, before heading toward the famous FC Barcelona Soccer Academy. Sit back and relax as you drive along a scenic mountain road that winds its way up to the iconic Montserrat Monastery. As you ascend, take in the stunning views of the surrounding landscape, dotted with dramatic rock formations that make Montserrat truly unique.
Abadia de Montserrat
Explore the sacred site, known for its spiritual importance and panoramic views of the Catalonian countryside. Enjoy a guided visit of Montserrat Monastery with your specialized local guide. He will discover you the most important historical facts and the significance of this Benedictine Monasery founded on XI century for the Catalan culture and identity. As you tour the Monastery's Gotic cloister, Atrium and Basilica also learn the fascinating legends of Montserrat Monastery. Skip the line tickets to the Monastery are included.
Options
Soft Hike with Cable Car
Short Hike with Cable Car: Visit the Monastery of Montserrat. Then ride Sant Joan Funicular up the mountain and enjoy a soft panoramic hike.
Montserrat Private Tour
Private Tour with Pick up: Experience Montserrat on a Private Tour exclusive for your group. Includes Monastery guided visit and Sant Joan Cable Car
Montserrat Hiking Off the Beaten Path & Monastery. Small Group Tour
Hiking Off the Beaten Path: Our Original Montserrat Hiking Tour. Visit Montserrat Monastery & Hike the scenic trails of Montserrat on a circular Hike.
Reviews
247 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing Experience!!!
Dominique N,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Bernard is the best!!! This was wonderful! Bernard's so patient, joyful, and caring. He made sure we are all safe from the beginning to the end. He explains everything in details. I Loved & enjoyed this adventure! I would recommend it to everyone
Our guide was very...
Alyssa C,
Aug 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide was very knowledgeable about both the geography and history of the Montserrat area. He was engaging and made the hike and tour an enjoyable experience.
Wonderful experience
Waruna D,
Jul 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had an excellent hiking experience with Bernard, our guide. He was so passionate about nature and the history of Catalunya. He was very considerate about all in the group, non-judgmental and accommodating. The tour was well-timed and organized. I highly recommend this tour.
Truly Great Excursion!
Kami G,
Jul 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide Ramone was fantastic. Our tour commute was efficient and informative. Montserrat was stunning. While the history and legends were special, the hike was a wonderful highlight for our trip so far. Such a great diversion from city touring. Going off the beaten path was a perfect escape. We took in the beautiful sights while he taught us about the local geography as well as vegetation, not to mention we saw a mountain goat! Oh - by the way, the snacks provided were delicious! Thank you Ramino, your positive attitude and passion for sharing your knowledge and culture made the day so special!
Had such a great...
Morgan R,
Jun 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Had such a great experience with our tour guide Bernard! He was very kind and knowledgeable of the flora and fauna of Monserrat. The excursion its self was very well balanced of history and hiking and had a great time overall :)
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