Montserrat Private Tour from Barcelona

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Important Info

• Once we confirm availability for the tour, we will send an invoice for the payment to your email address through our bank’s online secure payment system.
• You can decide with your guide what activities you would like to do during your time at Montserrat: take a look at the monastery, see the Basilica, Virgin’s chamber, Boys’ Choir, Holy Grotto, visit the Art Museum, ride the funicular to the top, do some walks in the area, etc
• Price includes transport in a comfortable vehicle with a separate guide and driver.
• Price does not include the entrance fees to the Basilica, Virgin’s chamber, Boys’ Choir, Art Museum and funicular at Montserrat. These are all optional.

Cancellation policy for the tour and tickets:

• Full refund for tours cancelled more than 72 hours before the scheduled starting time.
• No refunds for tours cancelled less than 72 hours before the scheduled starting time or for no shows.
• In the case of heavy rain, the tour will run as usual, so please bring suitable rain gear.
• Tickets to the attractions at Montserrat:
  – 100% refund for total or partial cancellations more than 60 days before the date of the tour.
  – 50% refund for total or partial cancellations more than 15 days before the date of the tour.
  – No refund for total or partial cancellations less than 15 days before the date of the tour.

FAQs

Is the price of the Montserrat private tour per group or per person?

All our private tours are priced per group, not per person. The only price difference will be in the number of tickets to the sites.

Will there be other people joining the tour?

No. This is a private tour, only for your group. You can ask your guide as many questions as you'd like, and go at the pace that suits you best.

Will the guide accompany us during the tour?

Yes, your guide will be with you during the whole duration of the tour, and will acconmpany you inside the Basilica, walks, or other sites.

Do we skip the lines at the sites in Montserrat?

The tickets for the Basilica, Black Madonna's Chamber and Boys' Choir will be all booked for a specific time, so there is very little waiting involved, if any.

What should I wear? Is there a dress code at the Basilica of Montserrat?

Wear comfortable walking shoes and dress according to the weather, especially if you are planing to do some longer walks around the mountain.
In the summer, sun hats and sun cream are essential, as it can get very hot. In the winter, wear layers and bring rain gear, just in case.
Since Montserrat is a religious site, modest clothing (covered shoulders and knees) is recommended when entering the Basilica.

Is the tour suitable for children?

We love children at Runner Bean Tours, so kids are more than welcome on all our tours. We take great care to always pair families with kids with a family-friendly guide.

Can you accommodate large groups?

Of course. All our private tours are catered for individuals, couples, families, groups of friends, corporate groups or very large groups. Just let us know what you need and we will make your visit to Montserrat memorable.

Do we stop for lunch?

On the basic 5-hour tour, we don't stop for lunch. If you'd like to eat during the tour, we can have lunch once we leave the monastery, at a local restaurant in the small town at the foot of the mountain.
To acommodate for this, you can extend the tour for 1 or 2 hours, depending on how much you would like to do and see in Montserrat.

What happens if it rains?

Don't worry, our tours run in all kinds of weather. In the case of heavy rain the tour will run as usual so please bring suitable rain gear.

How far in advance should I book?

We are a small local company with a handful of guides. In busy periods, we do sell out, so it is recommended to book as early as you can.

Will we be seeing the Black Madonna and listening to the Boys' Choir?

Ususally, we do visit the Black Madonna's Chamber on the Montserrat private tour, unless you prefer not to.
The Boys' Choir doesn't perform on weekends or during school holidays. They do sing as part of the mass on Sundays, but this is only reserved for people attending mass.
It is entirely up to you if you would like to add the Boys' Choir to the tour. They only sing at 1pm Monday to Friday, so the starting time has to be arranged according to this.

Do you recommend taking the tour in the morning or in the afternoon?

This is entirely up to you and your time preferences, but here are a few pointers to help you decide.
Montserrat is busier in the mornings and quieter in the afternoons.
If you are a morning person, we recommend starting no later than 8:30am (on weekends) or 9:30am (on weekdays), to avoid traffic.
Please notre that the Boys' Choir only sings at 1pm, Monday to Friday, so it won't be available for afternoon tours.

How much walking is involved?

The tour involves moderate walking on paved paths. Optional hikes can be added. Let us know in advance if you have mobility concerns.

Can I take the cable car (aeri) or the cog-trains (funiculars) in the mountain?

These are all optional, so you can decide with your guide on the drive to Montserrat what you would like to include. You can pay for them (plus your guide's fare) on site.

How far is Montserrat from Barcelona?

Montserrat is approximately 50 km (30 miles) from Barcelona, and it takes about 1 hour by car.

Can we combine Montserrat with other destinations?

Of course. Many travelers combine Montserrat with places such as a winery in Penedès or the Roman City of Tarragona. Just request it, and we will make it happen.