Girona and Montserrat with Rack Train

PERIOD
FRECUENCY
SCHEDULE

Monday, Wednesday and Friday

TIME:08:00 hrs

 

15 minutes before departure time

*Non-show at the established time does not give the right to a refund*

PRESENTATION
  •  Cathedral of Santa Maria de Girona: Gothic style, it has the widest nave in the world.
  •   Walk through the cobbled streets of the Girona Jewish Quarter, one of the best preserved in Europe. Be surprised by the countless details of its narrow streets.
  •   Montserrat Museum: presents a wide variety of archaeological pieces and works ranging from medieval times to avant-garde art. The entrance is not included in the tour.

NOT OPERATING: To be confirmed

DURATION

11 ½ hours approx.(The duration of the tour includes transportation)

MEETING
RELEASE
CANCELATION
CLOSING SALES
LANGUAGE Guaranteed departures in Spanish and English.

Highights

Leave our office in the center of Barcelona aboard an air-conditioned bus. Sit back and relax on the journey to one of the most picturesque cities in Catalonia.

Upon arrival, follow your guide to the city center for a two-hour walking tour. Discover the old town and learn about some of the myths and legends related to the city. Stroll along the Rambla, see some of the most important squares in Girona and explore its winding alleys. Will you recognize Gustave Eiffel's construction on the river?

See some of the places where the hit series Game of Thrones filmed. many scenes from its sixth season. Admire the exterior of its magnificent Cathedral (SPOILER ALERT!) destroyed in the television series. Walk along a portion of the city's medieval walls and marvel at stunning views of the old town. Originally built in the 14th century, the old walls were destroyed in the 19th century to expand the city. Nowadays, due to the reconstruction of some of its parts, it is possible to walk through them.

Take advantage of your free time after free time and visit the Cathedral on your own (not included in the tour) or grab a quick bite to eat before meeting your guide.

 

Check in again at our office and board one of our comfortable buses to Montserrat. Together with your guide, you will take the rack railway enjoying impressive views. World famous for its rocky landscape, the Montserrat mountain was declared National Park in 1987 to protect its cultural and natural heritage.

Follow your local guide and discover the history of the Monastery, as well as as its architectural style. Fall in love with the fusion of Gothic and Renaissance styles in its basilica and sanctuary. Discover that the importance of the place is due to the legend that tells of the miraculous appearance of a representation of the Virgin with the child Jesus. s in one of the mountain caves, the Santa Cova. Visit this wooden carving, kept today in the monastery Church. The figure is popularly known as La Moreneta due to a reaction of the varnish over time, which has darkened it.

Montserrat is very linked to spirituality. Today a community of 80 monks inhabit the place following the rule of Saint Benedict. For this reason, in addition to the main monastery, the mountain is home to a large number of churches and hermitages, some already abandoned. Your guided tour includes a tasting of excellent typical liquors and a visit to the Audiovisual Space. After the guided tour you will have free time to admire the fabulous landscape and visit the market for agricultural and typical products of the area.

Short description

? Food and drinks, except those specified. ? Hotel pickup and drop-off service. ? Entrance to the Girona Cathedral.

Long description

Discover Girona, one of the most beautiful medieval cities in Catalonia. Enjoy a guided walking tour of its old town, walk through the narrow, cobblestone streets of its Jewish Quarter and see the cathedral and the old wall. Climb the Cremallera in Montserrat and enjoy some spectacular views. See the virgin popularly known as La Moreneta in the Basilica. Explore the place at your own pace during your free time.

Included

Cancellation before 24 hours: no charge / Less than 24 hours or no show: 100%

  • This excursion has a maximum of 30 people per guide.
  • Check the schedules of the facilities you wish to visit in Montserrat during free time before your tour.

 

Arrival point: Julia Travel Office, inside the Station del Nord, ground floor

Not Included

  • Transportation by air-conditioned coach.
  • Local guide.
  • Radio guide system.
  • Bilingual tour (English/Spanish).
  • Tasting of 4 typical liqueurs.
  • Entrance to the audiovisual space “Espai Audiovisual Montserrat”.
  • Mountain climb by rack railway
  • Access to the virgin “Moreneta”
  • Discounts for different activities in Montserrat: 20% at the Sant Joan Funicular, 10% at the Buffet in the Apostles building, 10% at the Montserrat Museum.

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