--- title: Montserrat, Cardona and Salt Mountain Small Group Tour lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/spain/barcelona/tours/montserrat-cardona-and-salt-mountain-small-group-tour/ type: tour city: Barcelona country: Spain price: 107 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.95 reviews: 129 duration_minutes: 600 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 27 of 100 (Day Trips) schedule_checked: 2026-10-02 data_updated: 2026-10-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/tours/montserrat-cardona-and-salt-mountain-small-group-tour/ --- # Montserrat, Cardona and Salt Mountain Small Group Tour **Guidekin's take:** Combine Cardona's Salt Mountain and town walk with Montserrat in a small shared group of up to eight. Salt Mountain and Basilica de Montserrat entry, plus Barcelona hotel pickup and drop-off, are included; food and drinks cost extra. 4.95 from 129 reviews at €107 per person for 10h. In our comparison: #27 of 100 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Discover two of Catalonia's top highlights on this full-day tour from Barcelona: the medieval town of Cardona and the mystical Montserrat mountain. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Barcelona in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, shared with a small group of no more than 8 people. Along the way, you'll learn about the history and culture of Catalonia, Cardona, and Montserrat. First, explore Cardona, known for its stunning Salt Mountain Mines—an unforgettable experience where you’ll step into the depths of this ancient site. Next, journey to Montserrat and visit the Benedictine Monastery, perched high above Catalonia, a place of pilgrimage for centuries. This small group tour offers the perfect escape from the city, combining history, culture, and stunning natural beauty in one day. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 588 pickup points - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Group size varies by option: small group from €107 · private from €285 - Starts 08:30, 09:00: 2 departures a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €63: ages 0 to 9 **Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 588 pickup points ## Key facts - Price: from €107 per person for the Small Group Tour option; other options up to €285 - Duration: 10h - Rating: 4.95/5 from 129 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: In Out Barcelona Tours - Group: Group size varies by option: small group from €107 · private from €285 - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 08:30, 09:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-02 ## Reviews 4.95 from 129 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 127 of 129. - 5 stars: 124 (96%) - 4 stars: 3 (2%) - 3 stars: 2 (2%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Small Group Tour | €107 / person | English | Pickup included | | Private Tour | €285 / person (for 2+ people) | English | This Private tour option includes the entrance tickets to the Salt Mountain & Cardona Castle Pickup included | ## What's included - Ticket to Cardona Salt Mountain - Professional local guide - Basilica de Montserrat - Small Group tour of max 8 people - Air-conditioned vehicle - Hotel or apartment pickup and drop-off in Barcelona city (between 8 and 9 am) - Walking tour of medieval town of Cardona ## Not included - Food and drinks - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Passeig de Gracia** (pass by, no stop) - Begin your tour right from your hotel or apartment in Barcelona. We’ll pick you up, so please make sure to provide us with your exact location. Enjoy an overview of Barcelona city along the route, pass by Catalunya Square, Barcelona Cathedral, Passeig de Gracia and the Gaudi... 2. **Montana de Montserrat** (30m) - We invite you to take an easy walk of around 30 min to enjoy one of the most astonishing views of the natural park. 3. **Abadia De Montserrat** (1h 30m) - Get on the road and head to the mystic mountain of Montserrat. This natural park, with its very peculiar peaks, protects the spiritual essence of Catalonia. For almost 1,000 years, a Benedictine community has lived in these mountains located 60 km away from Barcelona. Visit... 4. **Abadia De Montserrat** (1h) - Marvel at the center of the pilgrimage and the basilica within the mountains. 5. **Cardona** (30m) - Visit the medieval town of Cardona, a citadel famous for resisting Napoleon and for its salt mines. 6. **Castell De Cardona** (1h) - While Iberian remains have always been linked to the richness of the Saline Valley, the origins of Cardona are in its Castle. The village, which grew from the fortification, is today incredibly well preserved. Besides the medieval charm of its streets and squares, you will... 7. **Montana de Sal** (1h; admission included) - This protected area is 1,800m long, 600m wide and has an area of 100ha. The site offers amazing views of the valley, old mine galleries, and a display of the mineral extraction machinery once used in this area. Have fun learning about the history of salt exploitation, the... 8. **Sant Jeroni** (30m) - Reach the peak of the holy mountain to enjoy a bird's eye view of the entire Montserrat Monastery and of the natural park. On clear days, you will enjoy uninterrupted views of the whole of Catalunya. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:30, 09:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-02 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. Pickup points listed by the operator: 588 ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Small group tour of max. 8 guests - The Private tour option includes the entrance tickets to the Salt Mountain & Cardona Castle ## Compared with other Day Trips | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #27 of 100** | €107 | 10h | 4.95 (129) | varies by option | | [Costa Brava Tour: Kayak, Snorkel & Cliff Jump from Barcelona](/spain/barcelona/tours/costa-brava-tour-kayak-snorkel-cliff-jump-from-barcelona/?format=md) | €85 | 8h | 4.97 (5116) | shared | | [Costa Brava Tour: Kayak, Snorkel, Cliff Jump & lunch Small Group](/spain/barcelona/tours/costa-brava-tour-kayak-snorkel-cliff-jump-lunch-small-group/?format=md) | €85 | 8h | 4.97 (1120) | shared | | [Costa Brava Tour: Easy Hike, Snorkel & Cliff Jump from Barcelona](/spain/barcelona/tours/costa-brava-tour-easy-hike-snorkel-cliff-jump-from-barcelona/?format=md) | €85 | 9h | 4.99 (418) | shared | Ranked #27 of 100 in Day Trips by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €38 to €545, median €109; typical length 9h. 29 of 100 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/day-trips-from-barcelona/?format=md ## More in Barcelona - All Barcelona tours: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/tours/montserrat-cardona-and-salt-mountain-small-group-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/spain/barcelona/?format=md