Montserrat Monastery and horse riding experience from Barcelona

Sightseeing Lovers

Location: Barcelona, Spain

Activity: Walking Tours, Horseback Riding

Duration: 5 hrs 30 mins

Difficulty: Easy

Meeting point:

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Minimum age: 12

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Highlights

Company of an expert guide
Guided fun horseback ride
Take in amazing views of the Holy Mountain
Visit the Monastery of Montserrat and its surroundings
Small group to guarantee an enjoyable experience
Unique nature is a perfect getaway for nature lovers

All about the trip

Enjoy a half-day tour to Catalonia’s most iconic mountain. Monserrat is an ideal place to spend a fun day in nature and enjoy horse riding just a few kilometers away from Barcelona.

On the way to the Monastery, admire the Massif of Montserrat, a spectacular multi-peaked rocky range of unique needle-shaped formations. Upon arrival, visit the Monastery, which was founded in the 10th century and still functions to this day, with over 150 monks. It is also famous for being home to the statue of La Moreneta (visit not guaranteed), the patron saint of Catalonia. After the visit, you will have free time to buy a souvenir and take amazing pictures.

Next, get ready for an exciting horseback ride along the nature park, offering breathtaking views of Montserrat. All while enjoying the freedom and tranquility of the countryside. Lead by our expert guides, the route is suitable for everyone. Enjoy the ride and the spectacular sight of the mountain.

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What is included in the price

Private transportation
Bilingual and knowledgeable tour guide
A guided horseback ride with an experienced mentor
Free time

What is not included in the price

Tips (optional)
Food or beverages
Hotel pick-up or transfer

*On Saturdays and Sundays there may be delays in the tour due to the high number of visitors to the monastery.

Instructions

Please, be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure time.

The visit to the Moreneta is not guaranteed, it is subject to availability and depending on the season, as there may be a queue for up to 2 hours.

Due to horse safety restrictions, anyone with a weight above 95 kilograms or below 12 years of age won't be allowed to join this activity.

What to take with you?

A small bag or rucksack
Personal ID or Passport
Additional drinking water
Energy snacks
Sun protection, e.g. a hat or sun cream
Camera

Itinerary

8:15	Meet with our guide at Pasatge de la Concepció 7 in Barcelona.
8:30	Start the experience at Paseo de Gracia. Go through Barcelona learning the stories about the buildings and the Eixample neighborhood designed in the 19th century. We will drive you through Diagonal avenue, the largest avenue in Barcelona. See the Royal Palace of Pedralbes and the Campus from the UB, the city's first public university. Leave the city and begin to see all the surrounding cities and towns. We will drive you through the countryside where you can observe the great mountain of Montserrat. Get into the Nature Park of Montserrat and enjoy the great views while you are going up to the mountain.
9:30	We will arrive at the ranch to start with the horse riding experience. You will have a short briefing where you will get a helmet and your horse.
10:00	Start horseback riding. Enjoy the great views of the mountain of Montserrat.
11:00	Finish your ridding and go up to the monastery of Montserrat.
11:30	We will arrive at Montserrat and start the cultural visit to the monastery. Learn about the history of the monastery and visit the Basilica of Santa Maria de Montserrat. Learn about the lifestyle of the monks living here.
12:30	Enjoy the free time. Visit the farmers market and local cafeteria. Check out the souvenir shops.
13:00	Meet your guide again and get back to the bus that will drive you back to Barcelona.
14:30	Your experience will end at the starting point.

Where do we meet and where will the trip end?

Meeting place:

Passatge de la Concepció, 7, 08008 Barcelona

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Final destination:

Same as the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy - Benevolent

Cancellation more than 4 days prior to the starting date. Clients are automatically refunded the full booking price.
Cancellation within 48 to 96 hours prior to the starting date. Clients are entitled to a 50% refund of the booking price.
Cancellation less than 48 hours prior to the starting date. No refunds.

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