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Montserrat very early: Hiking, Abbey, very small group

4.8 · 135 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 96% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Barcelona Operated by BARCELONA HORIZON TOURS Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
6h 30m
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English, Spanish
Start & pickup
06:45 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

An early Montserrat visit pairs the Abbey and Black Madonna with hikes in two mountain locations, in a small shared group of up to seven.

Entry and van transport from Barcelona pickup points are included; moderate fitness is required. 4.85 from 135 reviews at €65 per person for 6h 30m.

In our comparison: #68 of 100 in Day Trips, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €65 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Entrance to the Abbey and the Black Madonna when there are still no tourists
  • Transportation in a van for only 7 participants
  • Hiking tour where there are no tourists
  • Pickup in different places in Barcelona
  • Breakfast

Children from €60 (ages 12 to 30). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 2 October 2026.

Reviews

4.8
135 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 129 of 135

Star breakdown of all 135 ratings

5 stars
124 · 92%
4 stars
5 · 4%
3 stars
4 · 3%
2 stars
1 · 1%
1 star
1 · 1%

What reviewers say

Reviewers value the quiet early visit and mountain views; the hike can be strenuous, with steep climbs and many steps.

Praised

  • Early arrival allows quiet monastery visits before the crowds
  • Sunrise at the monastery and mountain views on the hikes
  • The guide's knowledge of the monastery's history and mountain routes
  • Options to adjust the hiking or spend free time exploring
  • Clean, comfortable van transport and a small group atmosphere

Complaints

  • Some find the hike manageable while others find the steep paths and many steps strenuous
  • Some find the pace well judged while others feel rushed or find the guidance unclear
  • Fog can obscure the sunrise and mountain views

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (10 May 2024 to 22 June 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
At 6:45, At 6:45, At 6:40, At 6:40, At 6:35, At 6:35 · Open in Google Maps
Departure
06:45 on Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun; 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
BARCELONA HORIZON TOURS; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Be the first visitor. Explore the Abbey and Black Mary without waiting online. Hike in two different places in the Mountain without any other tourists. This trip it's for maximum 7 customers.
Discover the only trip that arrives before 7:30h.
First we will visit the Abbey and the Black Madonna and we won't be faced with lines to see this fantastic piece of art from the 12th century.
Then, hike with me with a nice view from above of the Monastery area, and after some free time, take the van to the other side to hike again to get to different big rocks.

Walking, children and accessibility

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

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • People who cannot walk at a normal pace are not accepted

Children

  • People over 65 years old are accepted but who do not have any mobility problems

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food not included Breakfast
  • Children from €60 ages 12 to 30

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

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #68 of 100€656h 30m4.85 (135)shared
Costa Brava Tour: Kayak, Snorkel & Cliff Jump from Barcelona€858h4.97 (5116)shared
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 #68 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 €65 per adult