Montserrat Tour from Barcelona with Sant Joan Funicular and Optional Sitges Tour
Price On Request
Description
Take a serene journey to Montserrat mountain and see the Romanesque architecture of the Monastery. Ride the Sant Joan funicular, enjoy an easy one-hour trek, then hike down to Montserrat Abbey. Extend your day tour with an optional visit to Sitges. Choose between a half-day or full-day small group tour of 12 people maximum to the majestic mountain of Montserrat and its monastery. Experience a funicular ride from Montserrat Monastery to the top of the mountain and an easy trek to discover beautiful Montserrat Natural Park. Discover both the natural and the cultural sides of Montserrat for a complete Montserrat experience. The half day tour includes free time to attend the Montserrat Monastery Boys choir performance or explore the Monastery area at your own pace. Grab the chance to make a detour to Sitges, a small town in Catalonia famous for its beautiful beaches and historical sites.
Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made between 3 business days (08:15 local time) to 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 50% of the total amount.
- Any cancellations made after 1 hours prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Tours
Montserrat Half Day Small Group Tour
Min/Max Quantity To Book
- Minimum 2 tickets to be booked
Inclusion
- Funicular fee
- Transportation fee
- Insurance
- English-speaking guide
Start Timings
Duration
- 6 (hrs) (Approx.)
Schedules
| 08:00:00 |
Check-in at Passeig de Gracia
Day: Day1 |
| 08:15:00 |
Depart from Barcelona
Leave the city of Barcelona briefly and head to the majestic mountain of Montserrat. Day: Day1 |
| 09:15:00 |
Guided Tour of Montserrat Monastery
Upon arrival, visit the monastery Santa Maria de Montserrat, where you can see a figure of La Moreneta, the Black Virgin of Montserrat and one of Catalonia's patron saints. Day: Day1 |
| 10:45:00 |
Sant Joan Funicular Ride and One-Hour Hike
Enjoy an exhilarating funicular ride from Montserrat Monastery to the top of the mountain and go on an easy trek. Reward yourself with a stunning panoramic view of Montserrat Natural Park and the region. After an invigorating hike back to the Monastery, travel back to Barcelona aboard a minibus. Day: Day1 |
| 11:45:00 |
Free Time at Montserrat - Boys Choir Performance
Explore Montserrat at your own pace. Get the chance to listen to the Escalonia boys choir, deemed to be one of the oldest choirs in all of Europe. Day: Day1 |
| 13:30:00 |
Departure from Montserrat Monastery
Day: Day1 |
| 14:30:00 |
Check-out at Passeig de Gracia
Day: Day1 |
Montserrat and Sitges Full Day Small Group Tour
Min/Max Quantity To Book
- Minimum 2 tickets to be booked
Inclusion
- Guided tour in Sitges
- Funicular fee
- Transportation fee
- Insurance
- English-speaking guide
Start Timings
Duration
- 10 (hrs) (Approx.)
Schedules
| 07:45:00 |
Pick-up at Select Hotels in Barcelona
Day: Day1 |
| 08:15:00 |
Montserrat Tour
Leave the city of Barcelona briefly for the majestic mountain of Montserrat. Day: Day1 |
| 09:15:00 |
Guided tour of Montserrat Monastery
Upon arrival, visit the monastery Santa Maria de Montserrat, where you can see a figure of La Moreneta, the Black Virgin of Montserrat and one of Catalonia's patron saints. Day: Day1 |
| 10:45:00 |
Sant Joan Funicular Ride and One-Hour Hike
Enjoy an exhilarating funicular ride from Montserrat Monastery to the top of the mountain and go on an easy trek. Reward yourself with a stunning panoramic view of Montserrat Natural Park and the region. After an invigorating hike back to the Monastery, travel back to Barcelona aboard a minibus. Day: Day1 |
| 12:00:00 |
Departure from Montserrat Monastery to Sitges
Travel to Sitges, a town renowned for its fantasy and horror-themed film festival and lavish carnival. Day: Day1 |
| 13:00:00 |
Free time for Lunch at Sitges and Guided Tour
Rest for a while and have lunch at your own expense. Join a guided tour through the old quarter and enjoy a stroll along the promenade lined with colonial architecture. Day: Day1 |
| 17:00:00 |
Departure from Sitges
Head back to Barcelona after exploring Sitges. Day: Day1 |
| 17:45:00 |
Drop-off at Select Hotels in Barcelona
Day: Day1 |
Activity Detail
Restrictions
- If less than 2 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Guests with a limited range of movement are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
Additional Notes
- Please note that the performance of the boys' choir is subject to the Escolania de Montserrat's availability. Please check timetable here: http://www.escolania.cat/en/news-and-concerts/when-do-we-sing/
Dressing & Items to Bring
- Walking shoes
- Warm clothing (November to March)
- It is recommended that participants bring light snacks during the tour.