Montserrat and Penedes Cava Winery Small-Group Day by Minivan with Farmhouse Lunch

C/ Palau de la Música, 1, Barcelona

Palace of Catalan Music

Departure from across the street from the Palau de la Musica. The inside is closed at this hour, but the Modernist facade deserves more than a quick photo.

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Port Vell (Old Port)

The minivan leaves for Montserrat at 8.15 am, down toward the old port and past the Columbus Statue at the end of the Ramblas.

Montjuic

The road passes Montjuïc, site of the Olympic Stadium and known as the lungs of Barcelona. The guide explains the hill's history as the van drives by.

Montserrat

Less than an hour from Barcelona, Montserrat Mountain comes into view, a geological formation that dominates the land for miles around.

Abadia De Montserrat

The monastery high on the mountain. The Basilica charges an entry fee. Free time for the mountain paths, the funicular to a viewpoint or the lookout at the Cross of St. Miquel with the guide.

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Pacs del Penedes

A family-owned winery in the Catalan wine region. Walk the vines, explore the underground cellars, learn how Cava is made and taste 4 different wines.

Vilafranca del Penedes

After the morning at Montserrat, the route follows back roads through vineyards to an old farmhouse among the vines. The restaurant serves traditional seasonal dishes.