
Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 212 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience worth booking?
Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience is a 10-hour experience in Barcelona, Spain, from $73 per person. It scores 86 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 212 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 86 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (212)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $73 per person
Escape the city and discover the natural beauty, culture, and winemaking heritage of Catalonia on this unforgettable day trip. Your journey begins in Barcelona, heading to majestic Montserrat Mountain. Upon arrival, board the scenic cogwheel train and enjoy breathtaking views as you ascend. At the top, join your local guide for a one-hour tour of the monastery, uncovering the legend of the Black Madonna and the rich history of this sacred site. Next, continue to Oller del Mas, a 10th-century castle and family-run winery preserved by the same lineage for 36 generations. Savor a traditional Catalan lunch in a beautiful countryside setting. After lunch, enjoy a guided tour of the winery and a tasting of three signature wines. Then, elevate the experience with exclusive VIP access to the aging room. There, an expert host will guide you through a special tasting of three exceptional wines, including samples drawn straight from their barrels — a rare and intimate experience.
What you get
About this experience
Escape the city and discover the natural beauty, culture, and winemaking heritage of Catalonia on this unforgettable day trip. Your journey begins in Barcelona, heading to majestic Montserrat Mountain. Upon arrival, board the scenic cogwheel train and enjoy breathtaking views as you ascend. At the top, join your local guide for a one-hour tour of the monastery, uncovering the legend of the Black Madonna and the rich history of this sacred site. Next, continue to Oller del Mas, a 10th-century castle and family-run winery preserved by the same lineage for 36 generations. Savor a traditional Catalan lunch in a beautiful countryside setting. After lunch, enjoy a guided tour of the winery and a tasting of three signature wines. Then, elevate the experience with exclusive VIP access to the aging room. There, an expert host will guide you through a special tasting of three exceptional wines, including samples drawn straight from their barrels — a rare and intimate experience.
What's included
Included
- Local English-speaking tour guide (groups of max. 20 people)
- Tasting of 3 extra premium wines (if option selected)
- Shared transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned bus
- Possibility to buy the wines tasted (shipping available)
- Free time at Montserrat
- Guided visit to a boutique winery (if lunch option selected)
- Guided visit to Montserrat Monastery
- Multi-course Catalan meal with wine (if lunch option selected)
- Cogwheel Train up to Montserrat
- Tasting of 3 organic wines (if lunch option selected)
- Exlusive access to private cellar, tasting of 3 extra premium wines (if VIP Experience selected)
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What you'll see and do
Abadia De Montserrat
Set off on a well-balanced full-day adventure that takes you from the vibrant heart of Barcelona to the serene countryside. Departing early in the morning from Barcelona’s North Station, your journey begins at the stunning Monastery of Montserrat. A morning filled with breathtaking landscapes, sweeping views, and rich history awaits you. After a one-hour guided tour covering the monastery’s most remarkable highlights, you’ll enjoy 1.5 hours of free time to explore at your own pace. Your guide will offer personalized recommendations tailored to your interests, ensuring you make the very most of your visit to Montserrat.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Oller del Mas
Enjoy a full traditional Catalan lunch, followed by a visit to a 10th-century castle turned winery and a tasting of their wonderful wines. Then, elevate your experience with exclusive VIP access to the aging room, where the estate’s finest wines mature, and indulge in an additional tasting of exceptional wines straight from their barrels.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Barcelona
Once in Barcelona Nord Bus Station, check-in at our Castlexperience office. Arrive 20 minutes before the tour starts to check in.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Once in Barcelona Nord Bus Station, check-in at our Castlexperience office. Arrive 20 minutes before the tour starts to check in.
Options you can book
Montserrat & Gourmet Lunch
Inclusions: Guided tour including Montserrat, access to the Black Madonna & Basilica, wine and a 3-course gourmet lunch with views.
Montserrat Tour with Basilica
Duration: 6 hours Montserrat Highlights: Includes transfers from and to Barcelona, a guided visit of Montserrat, entrance to the Basilica and 1.5 hours of free time. No winery included
Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience
VIP Tour: VIP Tour of the Exclusive Family Cellar Duration: 10 hours Traditional Catalan Lunch: Includes a multi-course trditional catalan meal and a tasting of 6 local organic wines.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 20 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Castlexperience Wine Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 207 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
207 verified traveler reviews for Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great trip
Thais was great-energetic and knowledgeable!
via Tripadvisor
An Amazing Day Trip!
Alejandro was an amazing guide. He was kind, friendly, funny and knowledgable!
via Tripadvisor
An unforgettable day at Montserrat
Our family group of seven took the Castle Experience Wine Tour to Montserrat. It is a full-day trip, and what a wonderful day it was. The key parts of the day were all excellent: the sites, the food and wine, and our guide, Mariana. Montserrat itself is hard to describe. The monastery sits high against the jagged rock peaks, and the views on the way up are worth the trip alone. The interior of the basilica is stunning. We also had free time to explore on our own, which was a nice balance to the guided part of the day. Lunch was also a highlight. The three-course meal was delicious, and the wine tasting that followed was generous. The winery was a relaxing setting for the meal, and the grounds were beautiful. The most important part was the guides. On the way to Montserrat and on the trip back to Barcelona, they shared the history of the surrounding area, and their entertaining delivery made the facts memorable. Once we reached Montserrat, our guide Mariana was the key. She is a Barcelona native, and it shows. She was friendly, funny, and patient with all of our questions. She gave us a wonderful background on the history of the region and a local's perspective on Catalan life, the kind you cannot get from a guidebook. As tourists, we are fortunate to visit a beautiful region like Catalunya, and insights from locals like Mariana help us appreciate the experience. Between the sites, the meal, the wine, and the guides, this tour is well worth the cost. If you want to learn about a place, including its people, its customs, and the emotions behind it, I recommend a guide like Mariana.
via Tripadvisor
An authentic and memorable day from Montserrat to the vineyard
We had a wonderful experience on our Montserrat and winery tour. The staff were very courteous and welcoming throughout the day. We usually don’t enjoy excursions that involve travelling in a large coach, as they can sometimes feel noisy and the commentary can be a bit overwhelming. This time was completely different. The commentary during both the outbound and return journeys was genuinely interesting, entertaining and funny, which made the travel time enjoyable. Once at the destinations, the visits were done in small groups, which we really appreciated. Although Montserrat was covered in fog during our visit, we still enjoyed discovering this unique place. The winery visit was one of the highlights of the day. The atmosphere felt authentic and relaxed, and the small-group format made the experience even more enjoyable. Our guide, Yerai, was excellent — very knowledgeable about wine, engaging and funny. He explained everything clearly and made the tasting both informative and entertaining. Overall, it was a very enjoyable and memorable day. The combination of well-organized transportation, small-group visits, knowledgeable guides and a relaxed atmosphere made this tour stand out from other excursions we have taken. We would definitely recommend it.
via Tripadvisor
Xavi!
Xavi was the best! He had a lively personality and a wonderful sense of humor. The VIP tour visiting the wine cellar was definitely worth it. Truly one of the best days we had in Barcelona!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $73 to $182
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 74
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Castlexperience Wine Tours, who run 13 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 77.4 and 3 in the 90+ Club.
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Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Barcelona.
How much does Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience cost?
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Prices start at $73 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Barcelona usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Barcelona is not rushed.
Is Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 86 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 212 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most highly reviewed in Barcelona, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience?
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Around 74 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Barcelona can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Barcelona and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Barcelona within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Barcelona?
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Barcelona's Gaudí sites are capacity-limited and the official timed tickets go first, so most of the market is resellers with a guide attached. We weight those heavily on whether the guide is an architecture specialist. Beyond Gaudí, the tapas crawls in Gràcia and the Montserrat day trips carry the highest rankings in the city. On Outty we rank every Barcelona experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Costa Brava Tour: Kayak, Snorkel & Cliff Jump from Barcelona, Gràcia Tapas and Vermouth Crawl, Girona & Dali Museum Small Group Tour with Pick-up from Barcelona. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Barcelona?
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May, June, September and October. Sagrada Família light is best mid-morning. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Barcelona?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience?
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Included: Local English-speaking tour guide (groups of max. 20 people); Tasting of 3 extra premium wines (if option selected); Shared transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned bus; Possibility to buy the wines tasted (shipping available); and Free time at Montserrat. Not included: Gratuities; and Hotel pickup and drop-off. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience?
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Once in Barcelona Nord Bus Station, check-in at our Castlexperience office. Arrive 20 minutes before the tour starts to check in. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Barcelona. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience?
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Across 212 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, food and drink. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience?
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There are 3 options to choose from, including Montserrat & Gourmet Lunch, Montserrat Tour with Basilica, Montserrat Tour with Winery Lunch & Exclusive Cellar Experience. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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