Montserrat with Cogwheel Train, Lunch and Gourmet Wine Tasting
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Your tour departs from central Barcelona, from which you will head for the village of Monistrol de Montserrat. From Monistrol you will take the “Cremallera de Montserrat”, a cogwheel train with great views of the countryside and the mountain.Once at the Monastery, your guide will provide plenty of information about the location during a guided visit – history, legends and the importance of this site in the development of Catalonia. After walking through the monastery, and visiting a couple of viewpoints, you will get back to the bus.It is now time for food and wine! Only a short drive away awaits Oller del Mas Cellar. Located in a 10th-century castle at the feet of Montserrat, this organic family-run winery is surely one of a kind. Before visiting the winery, you will stop at Oller del Mas restaurant for a fabulous multi-course local meal accompanied by regional wine.The homemade, local cuisine will ensure a gastronomic adventure for every personal taste. To end this perfect day, your local tour guide will lead a guided visit through the winery and you will have the opportunity to sample three organic wines.
Highlights
- Take in incredible views from the cogwheel train on the ride up to Montserrat
- Learn about organic wine-making process at a local winery and sample three Catalan wines
- Experience the enchanting Montserrat Monastery and uncover the rich history of the stunning Basílica
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
9 hours
Available in English
What's included
- Lunch
- Wine tasting
- Transportation in air-conditioned coach
- Local guide
- Train ticket
- Winery tour
Where you'll meet
First floor inside the Barcelona Nord Bus Station. Look for the Castlexperience Office in Section B. Ticket office (A, B or C). Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure.
Operated by
Castlexperience Wine Tours
Important information
Know in advance:
* There is a limit of 20 people per guide, although transportation will be shared with other groups. Under exceptional situations, the group may increase up to 22 people
* Please be aware that due to unforeseen circumstances, the sequence of visits may change. In such cases, the winery will be visited first, followed by Montserrat
* Temperatures in Montserrat and the winery tend to be more extreme than in Barcelona. Please check the weather forecast the day before and dress accordingly
* Your guide will ask you about any special dietary requirements and food restrictions at the beginning of the tour
* Infants aged 3 or less may join the tour free of charge but note that no car seat or meals are provided
* For logistic reasons, you might visit another winery instead of Oller del Mas
Remember to bring:
* Comfortable clothes and shoes
* Water, especially in summer
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