Montserrat Monastery Tour from Barcelona w/ Horseback Ride

Half Day tour to Catalonia's most emblematic mountain. Topped by a Benedictine Monastery, Montserrat is an ideal half-day trip to spend a fun day in nature, just a few kilometers away from Barcelona. On the way to the Monastery, admire the Massif of Montserrat, a spectacular multi-peaked rocky range packed of unique needle-shape formations. Upon arrival, visit the Monastery, which was founded in the 10th century and still functions to this day, with over 150 monks. It is also well-known for hosting the figure of La Moreneta (the dark one), who is the patron saint of Catalonia. Get ready for a thrilling horseback ride along the Natural Park, offering breathtaking views of Montserrat. All while enjoying the freedom and tranquility of the countryside. Lead by experienced guides, the route is suitable for everyone. Enjoy the ride and the spectacular sight of the mountain!

Timing:
8:30:
– Start of the experience at Carrer Martí Franquès 21, Les Corts, 08028 Barcelona
– Go through Barcelona learning the stories about the buildings and the Eixample neighborhood designed in the XIXcentury.
– We will drive you through Diagonal avenue, the largest in Barcelona
– See the Royal Palace of Pedralbes and the Campus from the UB, the first public university in the city
– Leave the city and start to see all the surrounding cities and towns.
– We will drive you through the Countryside and you will start to see the great mountain of Montserrat
– Get into the Natural Park of Montserrat
– See the great views while your are going up to the mountain
09:45:
– We will arrive to the Ranch to start with the Horse Riding experience
– You will have a short briefing to know how to ride the horses
– You will get a helmet and your horse
10:00:
– Start of the Riding
– Enjoy the great views of the mountain of Montserrat
– Enjoy the landscape
11:45:
– Finish your riding and go up to the monastery of Montserrat
12:15:
– We will arrive to Montserrat and start de cultural visit to the Monastery
– Learn about the history of the monastery
– Visit the Basilica of Santa Maria de Montserrat
– Learn about the Monks lifestyle
– Enjoy the viewsfrom the Monastery
12:45:
– Enjoy the free time
​​​​​​– Visitthe farmers market
– Visit the cafeteria
​​​​​​​– Check the souvenirs stores
14:15:
– Meet your guide again to go back to the bus
​​​​​​​– Way back to Barcelona
15:30:
– End of the experience at Av. Diagonal, 359, L'Eixample, 08037 Barcelona

Occasionally the Montserrat mountain railway has to undergo maintenance. If the rail way is undergoing maintenance, this tour's route and the hike will be adjusted to include all the best views and ensure you still see the Montserrat Abbey, and have a great time.

B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: Excluded