Montserrat Monastery and Horseback Riding Day Trip from Barcelona
by World Experience Barcelona
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€949.98Overview
The tour starts at Carrer Martí i Franquès 15 where travelers meet their guide. From there, the group travels by bus along Avinguda Diagonal, Barcelona's largest avenue, passing landmarks like the Royal Palace of Pedralbes and the University of Barcelona campus. Leaving the city, the route continues through surrounding towns and countryside toward Montserrat, entering the Natural Park and approaching the mountain with views of its distinctive rocky peaks. Upon arrival at the Montserrat ranch, guests receive a briefing on horseback riding, helmets, and horses are provided for a guided ride lasting one hour. The ride follows paths around the mountain offering panoramic views of Montserrat and the surrounding landscape. After horseback riding, the group visits the Montserrat Monastery for about an hour. The guide explains the monastery's history and the lifestyle of the monks. Visitors see the Basilica of Santa Maria de Montserrat and can enjoy views from the monastery grounds. Next, there is 90 minutes of free time to explore the Montserrat Mountains area. Visitors may browse the farmers market, visit the cafeteria, or shop for souvenirs. The tour concludes with a return bus ride to Barcelona, ending at Av. Diagonal, 359, L'Eixample. The entire experience lasts about seven hours and includes a multilingual professional mountain guide, the horseback riding with an experienced monitor, and the monastery entrance ticket. Food, drinks, and hotel transfers are not included. Weekend visits may experience delays due to visitor volume at the monastery.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
World Experience Offices
Participants meet their guide at the World Experience offices located at Carrer Martí i Franquès 15 for a welcome and briefing before departure.
15 min
Avinguda Diagonal
The journey begins with a drive along Avinguda Diagonal, Barcelona's largest avenue. Along the way, travelers see the Royal Palace of Pedralbes and the University of Barcelona campus. The route then passes through nearby towns and countryside, approaching the Montserrat Natural Park with views of the mountain's peaks.
60 min
Montserrat
Arrival at the ranch marks the start of the horseback riding experience. Participants receive instructions on riding and safety, are provided helmets, and are assigned horses in preparation for the ride.
15 min
Montserrat
The one-hour horseback ride begins, following trails within Montserrat Natural Park. Riders view the mountain's unique formations and surrounding landscapes during the ride.
105 min
Monasterio De Montserrat
After finishing the ride, the group proceeds to the Montserrat Monastery for a guided visit lasting about one hour. The guide explains the history of the monastery and the monks' lifestyle. Visitors tour the Basilica of Santa Maria de Montserrat and can observe views from the monastery area.
60 min
Montserrat Mountains
Guests have 90 minutes of free time to explore the Montserrat Mountains area. Options include visiting the local farmers market, stopping at the cafeteria, or browsing souvenir shops.
90 min
Return to Barcelona
The group reunites with the guide to board the bus for the return trip to Barcelona. The tour ends at Av. Diagonal, 359, L'Eixample after approximately 75 minutes of travel.
75 min
Meeting point
World Experience Offices
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Montserrat Monastery and Horseback Riding Day Trip from Barcelona
by World Experience Barcelona
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€949.98Overview
The tour starts at Carrer Martí i Franquès 15 where travelers meet their guide. From there, the group travels by bus along Avinguda Diagonal, Barcelona's largest avenue, passing landmarks like the Royal Palace of Pedralbes and the University of Barcelona campus. Leaving the city, the route continues through surrounding towns and countryside toward Montserrat, entering the Natural Park and approaching the mountain with views of its distinctive rocky peaks. Upon arrival at the Montserrat ranch, guests receive a briefing on horseback riding, helmets, and horses are provided for a guided ride lasting one hour. The ride follows paths around the mountain offering panoramic views of Montserrat and the surrounding landscape. After horseback riding, the group visits the Montserrat Monastery for about an hour. The guide explains the monastery's history and the lifestyle of the monks. Visitors see the Basilica of Santa Maria de Montserrat and can enjoy views from the monastery grounds. Next, there is 90 minutes of free time to explore the Montserrat Mountains area. Visitors may browse the farmers market, visit the cafeteria, or shop for souvenirs. The tour concludes with a return bus ride to Barcelona, ending at Av. Diagonal, 359, L'Eixample. The entire experience lasts about seven hours and includes a multilingual professional mountain guide, the horseback riding with an experienced monitor, and the monastery entrance ticket. Food, drinks, and hotel transfers are not included. Weekend visits may experience delays due to visitor volume at the monastery.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
World Experience Offices
Participants meet their guide at the World Experience offices located at Carrer Martí i Franquès 15 for a welcome and briefing before departure.
15 min
Avinguda Diagonal
The journey begins with a drive along Avinguda Diagonal, Barcelona's largest avenue. Along the way, travelers see the Royal Palace of Pedralbes and the University of Barcelona campus. The route then passes through nearby towns and countryside, approaching the Montserrat Natural Park with views of the mountain's peaks.
60 min
Montserrat
Arrival at the ranch marks the start of the horseback riding experience. Participants receive instructions on riding and safety, are provided helmets, and are assigned horses in preparation for the ride.
15 min
Montserrat
The one-hour horseback ride begins, following trails within Montserrat Natural Park. Riders view the mountain's unique formations and surrounding landscapes during the ride.
105 min
Monasterio De Montserrat
After finishing the ride, the group proceeds to the Montserrat Monastery for a guided visit lasting about one hour. The guide explains the history of the monastery and the monks' lifestyle. Visitors tour the Basilica of Santa Maria de Montserrat and can observe views from the monastery area.
60 min
Montserrat Mountains
Guests have 90 minutes of free time to explore the Montserrat Mountains area. Options include visiting the local farmers market, stopping at the cafeteria, or browsing souvenir shops.
90 min
Return to Barcelona
The group reunites with the guide to board the bus for the return trip to Barcelona. The tour ends at Av. Diagonal, 359, L'Eixample after approximately 75 minutes of travel.
75 min
Meeting point
World Experience Offices
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.