Early Trip To Montserrat, Abbey, Hiking, Very Small Group

Albert was very knowledgeable and was willing to answer any questions we had. He was very flexible in giving us time to explore on our own. We had a great time.

Excellent hike and guide. Had a wonderful time with Albert at very beautiful place. He is very detail oriented and experienced.

Our Monserrat trip was a genuine highlight. The abbey and surrounding community were breathtaking both spiritually and architecturally. We especially loved the early morning access because, by the time our visit was ending, the crowds really started coming in. The quiet moments in the monastery, admiration of the Black Madonna, and contemplation in the various chapels were well-spent and memorable. The small group aspect is the best way to tour. The hike along the mountain side was a fresh break from the non-stop vibe of sightseeing. The guide is working to give his guests a great experience and takes everyone’s input on how to best spend our time. I highly recommend both the tour and our great guide!

Albert was an amazing guide. We had a wonderful experience. He was friendly courteous and extremely knowledgeable. Highly recommend this tour.

Amazing!!! This was a magical day. The views, the monastery, the company and our tour guide Daniel. Absolutely outstanding ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Albert is a great tour guide, felt very safe with him and he made the trip very enjoyable. I would highly recommend!

We are so glad that we took this hike. We did get to see the black Madonna and look around the cathedral without any crowd. The best part was the hike and the company. ‎Albert is wonderful but just know that you should be in pretty good shape. I am 61 and my almost almost 64, and I consider us more athletic than your average seniors.. We were able to keep up with ‎Albert’s pace, but it is about a 4 mile an hour pace with the inclines being fairly steep and long. The views from the hike were nothing less than awesome. ‎Albert keeps a tight schedule and a really appreciate everyone being at their pick up points a couple minutes before he picks you up. He gets their precisely when he says he’s going to get there and really appreciates a punctual person.

Aside from Albert’s quirky side he has fantastic knowledge about Montserrat. You need to be on the fitter side to tackle the hike as some areas are steep and rocky. Weather was perfect but bring a jacket just in case. Long pants and proper shoes are advisable. Doing the early tour is a must to avoid the long lines to see the black Madonna and church. You be back in Barcelona before lunch at 2

This was a great experience. There was virtually no crowd when we arrived to Montserrat in the morning. Albert was a great guide, he is very knowledgeable and had great energy all day. The hike was my favorite part, it has a few spots that can be challenging but would still highly recommend

Fantastic tour and so worth getting up early for! The hike was one of the most enjoyable things i did in Barcelona. Albert was our driver/guide and he was great!

It’s a fantastic trip, especially because you arrive at the monastery before the crowds. You can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and then head out for a beautiful hike.

This is a unique tour. The guide Albert is full of energy. He is both knowledgable and attentious to details. The tour description is exact. You will do a wonderful hike through the mountains above the abbey in places where no one else is going. Due to the early start, there will be no crowd and no lines, with the sunrise as an welcome bonus. Loved the whole experience.

Albert was delightful and flexible. He was very knowledgeable about the history and provided great conversation while on the hike. He made it pleasant for those who wanted a challenging hike and those who struggled a bit. He was funny and engaging both in English and in Spanish. It was one of the highlights of our trip to Spain.

This was my favourite tour while visiting Barcelona. Albert is an excellent, affable and funny guide who patiently got us to the summit of the mountain at Montserrat. The hike took around 1.5 hours from the monastery to the top. It was somewhat steep and at times challenging but absolutely worth it for some breathtaking views at the end. Albert’s knowledge of the history of Montserrat, as well as Catalonia more broadly, made it even worthwhile. I cannot recommend more highly. It was just so much fun!

What an amazing experience from start to finish! Albert was full of energy, super organised, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable — he made the day so enjoyable from the very first moment. We started early, which was the perfect time to visit the monastery — peaceful, quiet, and beautifully foggy as the sun came up. Seeing the Black Madonna before the crowds arrived was really special. The hike was very challenging but absolutely worth it for the breathtaking views from the top! Albert was so supportive and encouraging the whole way, keeping everyone motivated and laughing. My legs are feeling it now 😅 but I’d do it all again in a heartbeat. Highly recommend this tour — a must-do when in Barcelona!

The best experience of our trip to Barcelona. Loved that this was a small group of 7. We got up super early to drive to Montserrat to view the sunrise, which was magical. The light was amazing on the mountains and on the monastery. After taking dozens of photos, we then made our way into the monastery to view the Black Madonna, all the while our guide giving us the history of everything we saw. We then grabbed a snack before we started hiking. It is not a technical hike but it is a climb (nature's stairmaster). Albert was great at sensing the breaks the group needed all the while keeping us on time and also very informed our surroundings. He also provided us with water on hike so no real need to carry anything. The views from the top were stunning. After we came down, we had a bit of time to get food and to see what the farmer's market had to offer. We took the cable car down where Albert was waiting for us with the van to go back to Barcelona. We had an amazing time.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Albert was an amazing guide! His knowledge of Montserrat and its history made the hike so much more meaningful, and his personable, quirky, and fun personality kept us smiling the whole way. He made sure to greet and connect with all guests every step of the tour, which made it feel so personal and welcoming. The hike itself was a great challenge with incredible views. Highly recommend this tour if you want both adventure and an unforgettable experience!

Excellent early morning experience that allowed for us to visit to the Monastery and see the Black Madonna before the crowds arrived. Our guide Albert provided a very informative tour and hike. The terrain and elevation gain is as described for the hike. Wear hiking shoes or athletic shoes with a grip for the terrain which can be a little steep while going up and down the trails. Lots of stone steps and rocky surfaces in some places, but the hike is well worth the effort. Sadly on the day we hiked there was a lot of mist but we had a very memorable experience.

Albert was a great guide! We ended up being the only people on the tour today, Albert gave us lots of insight but also allowed us time to explore on our own. I highly recommend taking this early tour, because visiting the church was so peaceful and quiet in the early morning, and we didn’t have to wait at all.