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Tour overview
Montserrat Half Day Tour with Monastery Entrance is a 5-hour shared day trip from Barcelona, with hotel pick-up and drop-off, in a small group of up to 8 people.
Between pick-up and drop-off, the route visits, in order:
Montserrat Mountain · Santa Maria de Montserrat Monastery and Basilica · Montserrat Natural Park · Holy Cave (Santa Cova)
The itinerary
6 stops, in order.
Hotel pick-up
Pick-up from your Barcelona accommodation, with your guide giving background on Catalan history during the drive.
Montserrat Mountain
Drive about 60 km from Barcelona and up the massif, known for its serrated skyline and rounded rock peaks.
Santa Maria de Montserrat Monastery and Basilica
Visit to the Benedictine monastery at about 725 m, including the basilica where the 12th-century Black Madonna is kept.
Montserrat Natural Park
Guided walk around the monastery grounds and the viewpoints of the natural park.
Holy Cave (Santa Cova)
The path towards the cave linked to the legend of the Virgin, a long-standing pilgrimage site.
Hotel drop-off
Return to Barcelona with drop-off at your accommodation.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Montserrat Monastery and Basilica visit
- Guided walk in Montserrat Natural Park
- Professional guide
- Transport between all stops
- Small group, maximum 8 people
Not included
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities (optional)
Questions and answers
How long is the tour?
It's a half-day trip of about 5 hours, with pick-up and drop-off at your Barcelona accommodation.
Will I see the Black Madonna?
Yes. The monastery visit takes you into the basilica, home to the 12th-century wooden Black Madonna (La Moreneta).
How far is Montserrat from Barcelona?
It's about 60 km from the city, and the monastery sits roughly 725 m above sea level.
How big is the group?
Groups are limited to a maximum of 8 people.
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