Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland Day Trip from Dresden
★★★★★ 4.9/5 (114 reviews)
9 h 10 km Moderate Pick-up Lunch
From €139/person
Free cancellation up to 24h before
Tour highlights
Early access to the iconic Bastei Bridge with stunning canyon views
A scenic hike to Pravcicka Gate, Europe’s largest sandstone arch (April–October)
A walk through the magical Tisa Rock Labyrinth, a filming location of Narnia
A personal experience in a small group, guided by a passionate local
You can also take this Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland tour from Prague.
Join our Bohemian Switzerland National Park day trip from Dresden. Walk across the dramatic Bastei Bridge with panoramic views of the Elbe Canyon. Hike through magical forests to reach the majestic Pravcicka Gate, the largest natural sandstone arch in Europe. After a traditional Czech lunch, explore the mysterious Tisa Rock Labyrinth, a surreal landscape featured in The Chronicles of Narnia. Travel in a small group with a local English-speaking guide and discover the three most iconic sights of the region – all in one amazing day. Limited seats – book now and experience nature like never before! See more details about this tour to Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland
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8:30 - Departure from Dresden
Begin your day stress-free as our seasoned guide picks you up directly from your accommodation in Dresden. From that moment, we'll handle everything, ensuring a seamless and delightful day for you. Relax in a comfortable minivan as we head to the national park Saxon Switzerland in Germany, while our knowledgeable guide shares fascinating insights into the area's history, geology, and culture. You will arrive at your first destination ready to begin your adventure. -
9:30 - Bastei Bridge & Neurathen Castle
Our first stop is the breathtaking Bastei Bridge, a famous spot perched atop a towering rock formation, offering mesmerizing views of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. A visit here is well worth the effort for its breathtaking scenery. Capture unforgettable photos of the stunning landscapes that surround you from this iconic vantage point. Explore the magnificent Neurathen Fortress, another remarkable spot nestled amidst the sandstone landscape. We’ll delve into the medieval era, exploring the remnants of the stronghold that once housed vigilant guards. -
11:30 - Pravcicka Gate (April - October)
The 2 km hike involves walking through scenic landscapes as we head towards the Pravcicka Gate. As you approach it from below, you will have the opportunity to connect with nature and take in the majesty with which it stands at the top of the surrounding landscape. It is the symbol of the Bohemian Switzerland National Park and you will know why, once you see it. -
14:00 - A local lunch
After a demanding hike, you need to recharge your batteries, so we will stop at a traditional Czech and locally renowned restaurant. Local Czech and international dishes are served (including vegetarian options). We highly recommend trying Czech beer, which is one of the best in the world. -
16:00 - Narnia maze
Tisa Rocks labyrinth, where Chronicles of Narnia was filmed. The rock city with lots of towers, small squares and mysterious corners will win you over with its captivating beauty. -
18:00 - Return back to your Dresden accommodation
At the end of this unforgettable journey, we'll return you to your hotel, allowing you to reflect on the day's adventures or continue exploring the beauty of the surrounding area.
Includes
Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Dresden
Air-conditioned non-smoking car
Snack pack and bottled water for the day
Entry fees to all locations
English-speaking local guide
Delicious lunch in local restaurant
Skip the ticket line
Not suitable
Children under 3 years
People with reduced mobility
No service animals allowed
What to bring
Passport or ID card
Comfortable hiking shoes
Camera
Sun protection
Why Guests Love Our Tours
Best day trip from Dresden to Bohemian Switzerland National Park
This day trip combines the most iconic locations of both Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland into a single, well-organized experience. You’ll avoid the hassle of trains, buses, and maps – and instead enjoy breathtaking nature and unique sandstone formations with a local guide. For travelers looking to escape Dresden for a full day in nature, this is the most comprehensive and enjoyable way to do it. Visiting outside of weekends can help you avoid crowds and make the experience even better. The trip is truly worth it for the unique scenery and memorable adventures you'll find here.
Reviews from our guests
Timothy Day
★★★★★
Spectacular Saxon Scenery- It Rocks!!!
The scenery was amazing and this tour took us to see the high sandstone formations with old fortifications, drove us to a second site for a challenging but exhilarating hike to climb up to a high vantage point with spectacular views above a large rock arch. After a very substantial lunch of traditional Czech food, we visited another area with varied and infringing rock formations where we were in amongst them. It was a full day, needing moderate fitness levels at times but to see this beautiful landscape was very stimulating. Our guide Andrea was very knowledgeable about the area, and made this a most enjoyable outing. I would recommend this day trip to anyone visiting this region but be aware that parts of the sustained climb required a moderate level of fitness and endurance.
Amminella
★★★★★
Truly the best of Bohemian Saxony
Andrea made our experience memorable with personable and detailed commentary. Each family member walked away very pleases. Very well planned out stops. We enjoyed a great lunch. Milan kept us safe on the road and saved us an uphill walk back at Tisa. I highly recommend Saxon Tours!
Michelle S
★★★★★
Thank you!
Our guides were excellent. Thank you so much for making our trip so special. We learned a lot about this beautiful part of the world.
Clare Guest
★★★★★
Delightful experience in a beautiful place
We were blessed with wonderful weather but this added to the well planned and well organised tour. By having separate drivers and guides, we could be dropped closer to attractions and could be picked up at a different point from drop off, meaning more time spent at the attractions and less parking. This was appreciated as we visited on a bank holiday and it was busy, this saved a lot of time. The lunch was good and in a lovely location, we would recommend this to anyone.
Laurence West
★★★★★
A great visit to Saxon and Bohemian Switzerland
We did three short hikes, one of which involved about a mile of fairly steep climb with over 100 steps to get to amazing views plus we got a great Czech lunch with beer. Milan, the driver and owner along with Andra our guide did a superb job of keeping us entertained and informed. A wonderful day trip from Dresden.
9 h 10 km Moderate Pick-up Lunch
From €139/person
Free cancellation up to 24h before
Tour highlights
Early access to the iconic Bastei Bridge with stunning canyon views
A scenic hike to Pravcicka Gate, Europe’s largest sandstone arch (April–October)
A walk through the magical Tisa Rock Labyrinth, a filming location of Narnia
A personal experience in a small group, guided by a passionate local
You can also take this Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland tour from Prague.
