Early Morning Montserrat and unique organic Cava tasting experience at family run vineyard
Excursions & day trips

Early Morning Montserrat and unique organic Cava tasting experience at family run vineyard

Language: English
Availability: Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: up to 8 hours 30 minutes
Do this because
  • Arrive at Montserrat before the crowds for guaranteed entrance to the site's most famous highlight: ‘The Black Madonna'
  • Enjoy a full, guided tour of the church at Montserrat, led by an expert local tour guide
  • Discover the underrated cava region of Penedès
  • Learn about the crafting of organic wine before organic certification even invented in 2013.
  • Enjoy lunch with high quality farm-to-table seasonal products, a guided tour and Cava tasting at a 4th generation family-run vineyard
What to expect

Your tour starts early in Barcelona, where you’ll meet your local guide and hop into a comfortable, air-conditioned minibus. In just one hour, we’ll whisk you out of the city and up to the Montserrat monastery, which sits atop a mountain with commanding views of the surrounding countryside. Aside from its natural and architectural beauty, the monastery is home to the ‘Black Madonna,’ a 12th-century statue of the virgin that is one of the most venerated Catholic icons in Europe. Needless to say, this lady is in hot demand but, because of the crowds that visit and irregular opening hours, many visitors never get to see her up close. On this early morning tour, you’ll arrive just as the monastery opens, guaranteeing you a close look, and if you are visiting on pilgrimage, the opportunity to touch her.

Then, your guide will give you a full tour of the beautiful church, along with its side chapels, telling you about the rich history of the building, which survived both Napoleon’s army and the Spanish Civil War.

Back in the parking lot (just as the crowds are starting to arrive) you’ll have 1.5 hours of free time to explore. You can take the cable car to the top of the mountain for jaw-dropping views over the rolling hills below; explore the engrossing monastery art museum which features works by El Greco, Caravaggio, and Monet; peruse the local food market, or just sit in the cafe and enjoy a steaming cup of coffee.

You’ll hop on the bus again at midday and drive an hour to the Penedès region, famous for its Cava sparkling wine. Vineyards here follow the same production process used in the more famous region of Champagne; the difference is in the grapes. As vineyards start to appear on either side of the road, your guide, a local wine lover, will explain what makes cava so special and how it stacks up against its more famous cousins, champagne and prosecco.

When you arrive at the vineyard, the owner, a fourth generation winemaker, whose family has run the vineyard for over 100 years, will greet you and serve you a lunch of fresh, local bread, cold cuts and produce. Sitting down to eat, you’ll also enjoy the first of numerous cava tastings, with animated commentary from your host who is passionate about her work.

After lunch, she will show you around the property, while giving you an in-depth explanation of how cava is actually made and how their processes have changed (or, in some cases, not changed at all) over four generations. You’ll even get a chance to ‘riddle’ a few bottles; a process of turning the bottles about one-eighth of a turn every day, to help consolidate sediment. Today it’s usually done by machine, but on this traditional farm, the 70-year old father of the family still does it by hand every day.

Now that you appreciate how its made, it’s time for another tasting of the three finest vintages, culminating in a 10-year cava reserve that would give Dom Perignon a run for his money.

Fed, wined, and by this point, perfectly relaxed, you’ll hop back in your comfortable minibus and drive an hour back to the city. You’ll arrive at 4.00pm, just in time for a quick siesta before enjoying your evening in Barcelona.

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What's included
  • check Guided tour of Montserrat Monastery
  • check Vineyard tour led by the owners
  • check Generous cava-tasting including a 10 year reserve
  • check Lunch at the vineyard
  • check Round-trip transport to Penedés and Monserrat from Barcelona by air-conditioned minibus
What's not included
  • x_not_included Tickets to Montserrat museum
  • x_not_included Funicular to the higher part of the montain (not to be confused to the 1st funicular up to the monastry!)
  • x_not_included Snacks
  • x_not_included Gratuities
  • x_not_included Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Where

The main steps of the "Edificio de Correos" (post office), 1 Via Laietana, 08002 Barcelona.

Meeting point:
On the front of the building you can read "Correos Y Telegrafos". The closest metro stops are: L4 (Yellow Line) "Jaume 1st" (3 minute walk) and L3 (Green Line) "Drassanes" (10 minute walk)..
What to remember
  • Please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time - no refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure
  • Please remember that the attire must be appropriate for the Cathedral of Montserrat visit. Both men and women are asked to wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees. It is sufficient to bring extra coverings (e.g scarf) with you to put them on before entering to see the Black Madonna. Walks cannot be held responsible for denied entry due to improper dress.
  • Please note that the weather at Montserrat is always a bit cooler than in Barcelona
  • Unfortunately we are unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour
  • Small groups of only 15 people or fewer ensure a more intimate experience
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Provider
Walks
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
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