Barcelona Montserrat Monastery and Scenic Hiking Excursion

Description

• Round-trip, air-conditioned transportation from the meeting point in Barcelona!
• English-speaking, professional excursion guide!
  
• Discover Montserrat, Catalonia's most emblematic mountain!
  
• Spot the Massif of Montserrat!
  
• Visit the Benedictine Monastery!
• Skip-the-line tickets for the cable car or the St. Joan's rack railway!
• Tasting of the typical Catalan pastry, “coca de Montserrat”!
• 1-hour, guided hiking in the Montserrat Natural Park!
  
• All taxes and fees are included!
• Groups are limited to 18 participants!

Topped by a Benedictine Monastery, Montserrat is an ideal half-day trip to spend a fun day in nature, just an hour away from Barcelona. With a distinguished history stretching back to the early Middle Ages, many Catalans think of themselves as a separate nation from the rest of Spain. This is a great opportunity to see why and enjoy a beautiful guided hike!

If you are visiting Barcelona before, during, or after your cruise, or simply in town on holiday, you must take advantage of this great opportunity to take the short trek to Montserrat. This 5.5-hour excursion is led by an English-speaking, expert guide who will take you through history and nature. Upon meeting at a central location and utilizing safe, private transportation throughout, your experience begins in the upper part of Passeig de Gracia as you slowly become enveloped in the natural splendor of Montserrat, Catalonia's most emblematic mountain.

On the way to the Monastery, you will admire the Massif of Montserrat, a spectacular multi-peaked rocky range packed with unique needle-shape formations. Upon arrival, you will explore 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. Your guide will bring history alive through their dynamic presentation of the historical and cultural elements of this Monastery, dating back nearly a thousand years.

Following your time in the monastery, your ticket will allow you to board a funicular railway where you will observe the area's fascinating flora and fauna. One of the best-specialized guides in Montserrat Natural Park will lead you on an hour-long, relaxing trek through this splendid setting while spectacular views abound. Upon the completion of your excursion, you may further explore or return to your hotel or cruise ship in Barcelona at your leisure and own expense.

Located just a short one-hour drive from Barcelona is one of Catalonia's best-kept secrets. Come and explore this historical and natural gem to create memories to last a lifetime. But, don't forget your camera as you will not want to miss the spectacular vistas!

What is included?

• Round-trip, air-conditioned transportation from the meeting point in Barcelona.
• English-speaking, professional excursion guide.
  
• Discover Montserrat, Catalonia's most emblematic mountain.
  
• Spot the Massif of Montserrat.
  
• Visit the Benedictine Monastery.
• Skip-the-line tickets for the cable car or the St. Joan's rack railway.
• Tasting of the typical Catalan pastry, “coca de Montserrat”.
• 1-hour, guided hiking in the Montserrat Natural Park.
  
• All taxes and fees are included.
• Groups are limited to 18 participants.

Excursion Notes

• Excursion prices shown are quoted in US dollars.
  
• Taxi fare from the cruise pier to the meeting location is approximately 15 Euros based on traffic. Not all taxis have a credit card reader. Those that do take Visa, and sometimes Mastercard. Taxis do not take American Express or any other cards. Very few taxis will take any currency besides the Euro.
  
• We suggest that you wear comfortable clothes and hiking shoes.
• Bring along sun protection, your camera, and cash (Euros) for refreshments, excursion staff gratuities, shopping, etc.
  
• Not available on Sundays

Where we meet

For the Barcelona Montserrat Monastery and Hiking Excursion, you will meet at a centrally located spot from your cruise terminal. All necessary details will be printed on your Shore Excursion Electronic Ticket.

Excursion Restrictions

• This excursion involves a 60-minute hike, so it is not suitable for guests with mobility issues.
• Guests with epilepsy, heart problems, or any chronic diseases please ask for medical advice regarding your safety participation in this activity.
• This Barcelona Montserrat Monastery and Scenic Hiking Excursion may involve risks. We suggest you check with your elected person of choice to see if these possible risks might affect you.

Excursion FAQ

Cancellation

• Your ship arrives into port late and you cannot make it in time to the meeting location (we will verify with the tour operator).
• Your ship skips/misses the port.
• Weather conditions or equipment failure prevents the operator from running the excursion.
• A medical problem prevents you from safely participating in the excursion (we will verify with the excursion operator and the guest may send doctor's note). This applies to individuals only and not the remainder of the group.
  
• Cancellations/deposit refund requests that do not comply with the above may not be subject to refund.
• Refunds may be subject to a service charge fee as determined by the payment processor, please refer to Terms and Conditions for more information.