The 11 Hiking Tours in Barcelona That Earn Their Price

1.Montserrat Monastery, Easy Hike, Cable Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,021 reviews · 6 hours · from $85Our pick

Travel from central Barcelona to Montserrat in a small air-conditioned van with a certified guide such as David, Jordi, James, or Alan. Visit the Benedictine monastery, ride the cable car, take an easy mountain walk, and enjoy free time before returning.

“It was an awesome day. Jordi was incredibly friendly and did a great job keeping us entertained while explaining everything about Montserrat, 10/10!”

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2.Montserrat Monastery & Scenic Mountain Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 978 reviews · 6 hours · from $74Best value

Travel from Barcelona in a small group of up to eight, visit Montserrat’s 11th-century Benedictine monastery, ride the funicular, and walk mountain paths with guides such as Frank, Juan, Jordi, and Jesús. Expect big views, Catalan history, and limited free time.

“A wonderful day out, with a really enjoyable hike. A little rocky and steep in parts, so not for everybody - but there was the option of taking the funicular. Very knowledgeable and friendly guide, both Uni & Frank were lovely”

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3.Montserrat Half Day with Cable Car and Easy Hike from Barcelona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 541 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $81Top rated

Travel from Barcelona in an air-conditioned minivan with a local guide such as James, Alan, or David. Ride the Sant Joan cable car, visit Montserrat’s monastery and basilica, then follow an easy but mostly downhill mountain path. The small group is capped at 16 people.

“Me and my nephew enjoyed this activities. Ferran gives us an excellent service. The whole experience was great.”

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4.Costa Brava Easy Hike, Snorkel, Cliff-Jump & Meal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 329 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $102

Escape Barcelona for a nine-hour Costa Brava outing with guide Nacho, Sergi, or Blondie. Walk the Camí de Ronda past coves and seaside villas, swim and snorkel in protected water, try optional cliff jumps, then share tapas at a local restaurant. Groups are limited to eight.

“It was such an amazing day trip ! I absolutely recommend it ! As à single traveler i appreciated the friendly atmosphère of the group and the guide's way of planning things so that every one feels confortable. Nacho is an awesome guide, he knows how to add fun and adventure to any situation ! We had a good weather, it was all the more enjoy able because it was not summer time yet and calas were not packed. You can breathe mediterranean air and enjoy ! You Will love to discover Costa brava's breathtaking landscapes ! B”

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5.Montserrat Hiking Experience & Monastery Premium Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 279 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $90

Leave Barcelona in an eight-seat minivan for Montserrat’s Benedictine monastery and a guided mountain hike. Guides such as Ramon, Christian, Bernard, Bernat, and Amalia bring the geology, wildlife, legends, and Catalan culture to life. Expect real uphill walking, skip-the-line monastery entry, water refills, and a group capped at eight.

“Bernard is the best!!! This was wonderful! Bernard's so patient, joyful, and caring. He made sure we are all safe from the beginning to the end. He explains everything in details. I Loved & enjoyed this adventure! I would recommend it to everyone”

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6.Montserrat Early Trip — Cable Car, Abbey & Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 205 reviews · from $100

Leave Barcelona before dawn in a seven-person van with guide Albert, arriving at Montserrat around 7:30. Visit the Abbey and Black Madonna before the crowds, ride a funicular, hike to a mountain viewpoint, then choose the cogwheel train or aerial cable car back down.

“I had a wonderful time! At first, I was skeptical about the timeline, but it turned out to be fantastic. We explored Montserrat early in the morning, and the sunrise was stunning, with very few people around. We attended the early mass and had the opportunity to explore the church. Our guide, Albert, motivated us to complete the hike, and I'm so glad I did. The other side of the mountain offers a different perspective and amazing sights to see. Albert was very attentive and prepared wine, snacks, and water for us, which I also enjoyed.Read more”

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7.Montserrat Monastery & Hiking Off the Beaten Path

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 188 reviews · 6.5 hours · from $87

Leave Barcelona by air-conditioned minivan for Montserrat. With a guide such as Ramon, Christian, or Bernard, visit the Benedictine abbey, then hike 5.5 km through forests and striking rock formations to wide mountain views. The group is limited to eight, with an early start to avoid crowds.

“We loved the day trip to Montserrat monastery. the van was comfortable and company enjoyable. Our guide was great and we enjoyed the trip immensely. we are very happy we chose the hiking option - saw some awesome views and hiked through the forest around the monastery.”

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8.Montserrat Monastery with Easy Hike & Sitges Tour from Barcelona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 179 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $98

Travel from Barcelona in an air-conditioned minivan with a guide such as Alan, James, Jordi, or David. Visit Montserrat’s basilica, take an easy but sometimes steep mountain walk, then spend time in Sitges for lunch, beaches, and old-town sights.

“Our best tour from Barcelona so far. Montserrat was majestic, Citges was beautiful. Our guide was great - sensitive to high heat (95+), prompt, friendly, informative and with the sense of humor. My biggest regret - I did not get his name. I am blaming this on the heat😎”

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9.Semi-Private Montserrat Monastery & Hiking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $89

Travel from Barcelona in an eight-seat van with guides such as Jordi, Frank, Uni, and Jesús. Visit the basilica, hear Montserrat’s story, then hike rocky mountain paths with sweeping views. Hiking poles are provided, and you get free time for cheese, snacks, cafés, and shops.

“Tour guide Jordi was superb. Very knowledgeable and engaging, adding much during both the drives and the time out of the bus. Very well organized tour and lots to see in the allotted time. The hikes are beautiful.”

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10.Montserrat very early : Hiking, Abbey, very small group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 127 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $81

Leave Barcelona around 6:45 am in a van limited to seven people, reach Montserrat before the crowds, visit the Abbey and Black Madonna, then hike 7.2 km with guide Albert. Choose a tougher mountain route or an easier option, and return to Barcelona around 1:30 pm.

“Awesome experience. Worth getting up early for. Beat the rush before crowd. Great views from the top.”

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11.Costa Brava Hiking, Sea Kayaking & Lagoon Dipping

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 119 reviews · from $92

Spend nine active hours with a guide such as Stepan or Foivos on the Costa Brava. Hike the Camino de Ronda, paddle tandem kayaks past sandstone coves, snorkel, swim in a clear lagoon, and relax at Sant Pol beach. The group is limited to eight per guide.

“Stepson is an excellent guide. He knew all the plants on this island! We recognized rosemary, bay leaves, oak, and asparagus leaves......and he knows all the traditional food and drink of Spain. If you are interested in food, wine, and stories, you definitely need to attend this activity! He is also good at teaching and guiding, we had a very pleased time in the sea. If you are not good at swimming (like me), you can also have some fun at kayaking, it's very safety and enjoyable! Don't hesitate, go and enjoy your holiday!Read more”

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