Montserrat & Medieval Winery Tour with Lunch
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Montserrat's stunning mountain landscapes
- Discover the rich history of Oller del Mas winery
- Enjoy a traditional tapas lunch paired with local wines
- Experience breathtaking panoramic views of Catalonia
- Learn about the unique geological formations of Montserrat
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Montserrat Mountain
- Visit to a medieval winery in Oller del Mas
- Traditional tapas lunch with wine tasting
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
Welcome on board! Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime day trip to Montserrat from Barcelona and explore Catalonia's most famous mountain range. Take in the panoramic views of the mountain scenery as you ride our air-conditioned bus and discover the history of its medieval monastery by the hand of our passionate guides. Then, enjoy free time to explore on your own. You'll continue towards a beautiful boutique winery, and you are in for a treat! The cellar also happens to be a 10th century castle owned by the same family for 36 generations with magnificent views of the mountain you just visited. Discover their revival of ancient local grape varieties, which provide a unique glimpse into the region’s rich heritage. Savour traditional flavors with a light tapas brunch or enjoy a multi-course traditional lunch at the winery (depending on the option selected). After that, learn about the wine-making process, and enjoy a wine-tasting session before traveling back to Barcelona.
Upon arrival, your guided tour consists of an extended visit throughout the Basilica and Monastery, with free time to explore the site on your own afterwards. There are many activities to choose from – you may want to see the Black Madonna, visit the Museum, make your way to the Holy Cave, ride a funicular to the top of the mountain, or shop at the farmer’s market. At the end of the visit you'll have the chance to attend a performance by l’Escolania de Montserrat, the oldest Boys’ Choir in Europe.
Pass by: Scenic drive through the mountains.
After Montserrat, head to the estate winery of Oller del Mas. Located in a castle dating back to the 10th century, the winery is home to 1,500 acres of land and a public golf course. Make your way into the restaurant, where you will be served a multi-course meal with wine. Following your meal, take a stroll through the vineyards and visit the cellar for a guided tour of the estate's wines. Learn about the production process and other winemaking secrets. Before heading back to Barcelona, enjoy a wine tasting session with three ecological wines. You will be returned at the end of the day to your original departure point. * Please note that l'Escolania does not sing on Saturdays, school holidays, and several dates throughout the year.
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Confirm your booking details and contact information.
- Be aware of the tour's cancellation policy and any applicable fees.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a camera to capture the stunning mountain views.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- Tours start at 8:30 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.
- The tour is conducted in English.
- 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
Traveler reviews
Wonderful day touring Montserrat and then a winery in a castle!
We spent a wonderful day on our tour with Montse. She did an excellent job at explaining everything, guiding all of us around without being bossy or pushy and allowing us to see Montserrat with the Madonna and a winery located in a castle. This is a wonderful tour that allows you to get outside of Barcelona and see a bit of history and then enjoy some nice wines along with a lovely lunch in a beautiful setting. If you can request anyone, ask for Montse, she does a fantastic job!
Excellent tour and Xavi was great
Excellent day trip. Xavi is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about Catalunya and the wines. Learned more about the flavours of wine than any other wine tour. All the guides were great making all the guests welcome and amused. Highly recommended.
Once in a lifetime
Make sure you get detailed information about where to meet your guide or group (landmarks). Gemma was amazing. Her knowledge and experience made our tour one of a kind. She was so friendly and accommodating it made the whole experience amazing. The details she knows were countless. Highly recommend.
Montserrat and wine
Lorena and staff were great!! Tour and winery were amazing. Definitely recommend!!
Great tour with Laia
Very nice tour in Montserrat, our guide Laia was wonderful. She provided us with lots of tips and history about Montserrat, highly recommend her and the tour! We only would have wanted it longer/ more time in Montserrat!
