Montserrat Half Day Tour from Barcelona with Rack Railway
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Product Code: 48229
OVERVIEW

Highlights

  • • Visit the mountain of Montserrat in half a day.
  • • Wonderful and breathtaking views from Montserrat.
  • • Royal Basilica of Montserrat.
  • • Ride on the Cog-Wheel Train.
Tour Code
48229
Duration
4.5 hour
Departure City
Barcelona
End City
Barcelona
Tour Type
Sightseeing Tours
Language
English, Spanish
Available options
IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Historical & Cultural, Nature, Spiritual

Learn about history and local culture with in-depth tours and activities; Get in touch with Mother Earth; Visit holy and sacred landmarks with expert guides

Tour Type: Guided

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Group Size: Standard Group

Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Itinerary

Start your half day trip from Barcelona in a comfortable bus to the mountain of Montserrat which rises majestically to 4,051 feet (1,236 meters).

The rocks of Montserrat were formed by natural cement of sand during the centuries. The wind and rain shaped the mountain with strange and varied forms. Many people have seen human or animal shapes in some of these peaks, giving those names and inventing legends to explain their fantastic origins. This trip to Montserrat will give you the opportunity to enjoy the wonderful and breathtaking views from Montserrat Mountain, one of nature’s special creations.

You will go up on the Montserrat Rack Railway, which takes you straight up to the monastery. It is a 15-minute trip with privileged and spectacular views of the mountain. The train is air-conditioned, has panoramic windows, and the carriages are wheelchair-friendly.

You will visit the Royal Basilica of Montserrat, which holds the famous 12th century Romanesque carving of the Virgen Moreneta (the Black Virgin). You will be able to see the statue of the Black Virgin from a distance. The Benedict sanctuary of Montserrat was founded in 1025, providing a mystical backdrop for the Virgin of Montserrat, the patron saint of Catalonia who is enshrined in the monastery's Royal Basilica. The monastery soon began to receive pilgrims and visitors who contributed to the spread of stories of miracles and wonders performed by the Virgin. Today, Montserrat has been modernized to continue attending to the needs to pilgrims, one thousand years after it was originally founded.

You will be given some free time to visit the audiovisual exhibition about the history and creation of Montserrat. And sample liqueurs produced by the monks of Montserrat.

On some days the children's choir sings in the monastery and so you may be fortunate enough to catch one of their delightful performances.

Tips:
At the end of the tour we will return to the meeting point. Departure Time: April to October: 3:00pm November to March: 2:15pm Check-in Time: April to October: 2:45pm November to March: 2:00pm

Visiting Attractions

  • Montserrat Montserrat
  • Santa Maria de Montserrat Santa Maria de Montserrat
  • Escolania Boys Choir Escolania Boys Choir
WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

  • Travel by air-conditioned motorcoach
  • Montserrat Rack Railway fare (Cremallera de Montserrat)
  • Multilingual official guide
  • Taste of four liqueurs produced at the monastery
  • Admission to the audiovisual exhibition

Package Excludes

  • Hotel pick-up, drop-off
  • Food and beverages
  • All personal expenses
Special Notes
  • Cancellation Policy
    - Cancellation made more than 2 Days to departure, full refund.
    - Non-refundable if cancellation or change is made within 1 Day prior to the departure date.
    - No-shows on the tour date, non-refundable.
  • From November through the end of March, the bus departs from Barcelona at 2:15pm, meeting time is 2:00pm, please arrive on time.
  • Correct dress code is requested to enter the Basilica. Tank tops, strapless shirts, short shorts, and sandals are strictly forbidden.
  • Please be aware that some walking is included during this tour. We recommend comfortable clothing and walking shoes.
  • At Montserrat there is a mountains climate, depending on the season you will need clothes protecting you from the rain and/or cold.
  • We recommend you to check the timetable of the different facilities that you wish to visit during your free time.
  • For your comfort, a radio guide system is offered during the tour, in groups of more than 5 people.
  • Failure to show up at the established check-in time may entail losing the tour.
  • Depending on the season, you may need extra layers of clothing to protect you from the cold.

Cancellation Policy

Please see the Available Options section above for any details about cancellation policies.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Adult: 13 and older
* Child: 4-12 years of age
* Participation is free for children below the age of 4.
* Tour prices are based on EUR and are converted into USD. Prices will change day to day, due to the currency exchange rates. Tours booked and paid for will be charged at the current rate at which the tour price is shown. We will not refund any price differences, should prices drop for the tour. Tours will be subject to Cancellation Fees, should any changes be made for a reservation.

Reservation Info

    1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
    2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
    3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
    4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

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    - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
    - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
    - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
    - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.
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