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Montserrat & Cogwheel Train, Gourmet Wine Tasting & Tapas/Lunch

4.9 · 8,232 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 98% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Barcelona Operated by Castlexperience Wine Tours Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
7h–8h
Group
Group size varies by option: max 20 from €59 · small group from €67 · private from €187
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
09:45 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Montserrat with the cogwheel train ride up, a guided monastery visit with basilica entry, then a tenth century castle winery run by the same family for dozens of generations.

Three wine tastings are included; the tapas lunch comes only with the tapas option, and there is no hotel pickup. Groups run at up to twenty per guide.

In our comparison: #39 of 100 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Options and prices

6 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator.

OptionWhat the operator saysFrom, per adult
Montserrat with Cogwheel TrainThe page priceEnglishGuided Tour & Free Time: Avoid crowded groups - max. 20 guest per guide for a more personal experience. Winery not included Duration: 6 hours€59
Best Montserrat Full PackageEnglishSmall-Group Guided Tour: Includes access to the Black Madonna, a Coghweel Train Ride & Free Time Duration: 6 hours: Includes acccess to the Black Madonna, the cogwheel train ride, a guided tour, entry to the Basllica, 1 hour free time.€67
Montserrat, Tapas & Wine (ES)SpanishSpanish Guided Tour & Wine: Montserrat Coghweel Train Included. Organic Wine Tasting in a medieval castle and local tapas lunch Duration: 8 hours: This tour returns to Barcelona at 5.30pm. Tour in Spanish€94
Montserrat, Tapas & Wine TourEnglishMontserrat Guided Tour: Coghweel Train included & free time. Organic Wine Tasting in a medieval castle & Local Tapas Lunch Duration: 8 hours: Groups of max 20 people: includes cogwheel train, guided tour, access to the Basilica, tapas brunch and wine tasting. Tapas option: Tour in English€94
Montserrat, Lunch & WineEnglishMontserrat Guided Tour: Coghweel train included & free time. 3 course lunch & Organic Wine Tasting in a medieval castle Duration: 10 hours: This tour returns to Barcelona at 7pm€109

Children from €49 (ages 4 to 12). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 2 September 2026.

Included and not included

  • Regional tapas lunch with dessert (tapas option only)
  • Local English-speaking tour guide (max. 20 people per guide)
  • Guided visit to Montserrat Monastery & entrance to the Basilica
  • Transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned shared bus
  • Three wine tasting (if option selected)
  • Visit a winery located within a 10th-century castle (if option selected)
  • Multi-course meal with wine (lunch option only)
  • Cogwheel train ride up the mountain
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Tips and gratuities (optional)
  • Tickets to touch the Black Madonna

Reviews

4.9
8,232 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 8,046 of 8,232

Star breakdown of all 8,232 ratings

5 stars
7,580 · 92%
4 stars
466 · 6%
3 stars
126 · 2%
2 stars
37 · 0%
1 star
23 · 0%

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Once in Barcelona Nord Bus Station, check-in at our Castlexperience office. Arrive 20 minutes before the tour starts to check in. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
09:45 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Castlexperience Wine Tours; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

If you really want to get to know Barcelona and Catalonia, a visit to Montserrat is a must. This day tour combines a visit to this magical site with a wonderful food and wine experience. Ride a cogwheel train to the top of Montserrat Mountain while admiring its spectacular views. Explore a winery set in a 10th-century castle owned by the same family for 36 generations. Tasting top-quality wines and enjoying local gastronomy will be highlights of your trip.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Comfortable clothes and walking shoes are recommended. Montserrat and the winery may have more extreme temperatures than Barcelona—check the forecast and dress accordingly. Bring water, especially in summer.
  • We follow all health and safety guidelines issued by authorities to ensure a safe environment for guests and staff.

Children

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Infants (3 years or younger) join free of charge but are not provided with car seats or meals.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • The tour is not wheelchair accessible, but service animals are allowed. For reduced mobility, contact us before booking to discuss arrangements.

Good to know

  • Food included Three wine tasting (if option selected)
  • Children from €49 ages 4 to 12

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Day Trips

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Costa Brava Tour: Kayak, Snorkel, Cliff Jump & lunch Small Group€858h4.97 (1120)shared
Costa Brava Tour: Easy Hike, Snorkel & Cliff Jump from Barcelona€859h4.99 (418)shared

Ranked #39 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. Compare all 100 Day Trips

From €59 per adult · Montserrat with Cogwheel Train