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From Barcelona: Montserrat Day Trip & Horseback Riding

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Overview

Discover Montserrat with round-trip transport, a guided visit to Montserrat Monastery, and a scenic horseback ride through its natural park.

Highlights

  • - Enjoy a guided horseback ride through the scenic Montserrat National Park, with panoramic views of the breathtaking Catalan countryside.
  • - Explore the Montserrat mountain on a half-day trip from Barcelona, featuring a visit to its historic Benedictine Monastery.
  • - Admire the Massif of Montserrat, a stunning multi-peaked mountain range with unique needle-shaped rock formations.
  • - Discover the monastery’s rich history, dating back to the 10th century, and see the Black Madonna, the patron saint of Catalonia.
  • - Ride in comfort with round-trip transport from Barcelona in an air-conditioned van, making your experience hassle-free.

What's included

  • - Guided tour of the Montserrat Monastery
  • - A horseback ride with an experienced guide
  • - Free time to explore Montserrat
  • - 3-course farmhouse lunch with drinks
  • - Round-trip transfers in an AC coach
  • - Expert English & Spanish-speaking guide

Not included

  • - Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • - Snacks & water
  • - Tips (optional)

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.

Your experience

Discover Montserrat’s historic monastery, soak in panoramic mountain views, and take a guided horseback ride on this half-day tour from Barcelona.

Getting started

Meet your guide at the designated meeting point - Carrer de Roger de Llúria, where you’ll board a luxury minibus. After a brief introduction and getting your tickets validated, you'll set off for Montserrat with your small group.

What to expect

Montserrat Monastery

Founded in the 10th century, the Montserrat Monastery is a renowned spiritual and cultural landmark nestled among the region’s distinctive needle-shaped peaks. The site is a key pilgrimage destination and a symbol of Catalan heritage, with the Black Madonna standing out as a key highlight.

Features
  • Montserrat Monastery: Explore the historic Montserrat Monastery with your guide, learning about its centuries-old traditions and the significance of the Black Madonna.

  • Mountain views: Take in sweeping vistas of the Montserrat mountain range, famous for its dramatic rock formations amidst which the monastery is nestled.

  • Horseback ride: Experience the Montserrat National Park from a unique perspective with a guided horseback ride.

  • Farmhouse lunch: Savor a 3-course Catalan lunch at a local farmhouse, complete with dessert and drinks.

  • Free time: Wander the monastery grounds, check out the local shops, or capture photos of the landscape. Pro tip: Carry enough cash to buy souvenirs as you explore the vicinity.

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