Montserrat & Cogwheel Train, Gourmet Wine Tasting & Tapas/Lunch
Montserrat with the rack railway, a gourmet wine tasting and lunch, from the same operator as the half-day tour. Take this one if lunch matters; take the other if the mountain does. [prüfen]
If you really want to get to know Barcelona and Catalonia, a visit to Montserrat is a must. This day tour combines a visit to this magical site with a wonderful food and wine experience. Ride a cogwheel train to the top of Montserrat Mountain while admiring its spectacular views. Explore a winery set in a 10th-century castle owned by the same family for 36 generations. Tasting top-quality wines and enjoying local gastronomy will be highlights of your trip.
- Duration
- 8 h
- Group
- Up to 20
- Guide
- EN · ES
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Driving time
- 1 h 07 from Plaça de Catalunya
- Time on site
- 8 h
What is included
- Regional tapas lunch with dessert (tapas option only)
- Local English-speaking tour guide (max. 20 people per guide)
- Guided visit to Montserrat Monastery & entrance to the Basilica
- Transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned shared bus
- Three wine tasting (if option selected)
- Visit a winery located within a 10th-century castle (if option selected)
- Multi-course meal with wine (lunch option only)
- Cogwheel train ride up the mountain
Not included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Tips and gratuities (optional)
- Tickets to touch the Black Madonna
Itinerary
- Once in Barcelona Nord Bus Station, check-in at our Castlexperience office.20 min · admission included
- Enjoy a guided tour in Montserrat and visit all the highlights of the monastery by the hand of your local tour guide. You will then enjoy some free time to a palate some traditional foods made by Montserrat monks or farm2 h · admission included
- Set within a 10th-century castle, Oller del Mas is not a common winery – its superb ecological wines have earned plenty of awards in the recent years. In fact, one of its wines won the “Best Wine in Catalonia” award in 22 h · admission included
Meeting point
Once in Barcelona Nord Bus Station, check-in at our Castlexperience office. Arrive 20 minutes before the tour starts to check in.
What travellers say
★★★★★ Excellent tour Hector was the best tour guide, I am gluten free and my allergy was accommodated. The history I learned really helped me appreciate the culture of Catalona. great wine. I bought a bottle.Murielle J · 2026-09-23 · via Viator
★★★★★ Drink in the mountains. Visit the monastery This was wonderful. Vince was beyond phenomenal. One of the best guides we have encountered. Perfecto in all aspectsLaura H · 2026-09-23 · via Viator
★★★★★ Great time! Highly recommend Great tour and excellent wine! Vince was knowledgeable and entertaining and made the experience memorable. Would highly recommend!Y1380GUrickm · 2026-09-23 · via Viator
★★★★★ Great day Great guide (Vince). Very little wine was poured but you could buy a glass after. Well worth the money. Beautiful place.janiegoni · 2026-09-23 · via Viator
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