From Dresden: Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland Tour

All-inclusive day trip with hotel pick-up, lunch, and all entry fees

  4.9/5 106reviewsExcellent tour • 10 h12 km • Pick-up  • Lunch

Secure your seats from €135/person

Free cancellation

Get ready for an unforgettable day exploring the natural wonders of Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland National Park! Walk across the dramatic Bastei Bridge with panoramic views of the Elbe Canyon, then hike through forests to the majestic Pravčická Gate, the largest sandstone arch in Europe. After a traditional Czech lunch, explore the mystical Tisa Rock Labyrinth, a cinematic maze of towering sandstone formations featured in The Chronicles of Narnia.
This small-group tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off, lunch, and a fun, knowledgeable guide - making it the most effortless and enriching way to discover the region’s most iconic landscapes.

This tour is also available from Prague

Hotel pick-up (8:30 am) and transport (40 min.)

Hotel Pick-up and transport 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 transport you to the national park Saxon Switzerland in Germany, while our knowledgeable guide shares fascinating insights into the area's history, geology, and culture.

Bastei Bridge & Neurathen Castle - Guided tour (1.5 h, 2 km)

Visit Bastei Bridge and Neurathen Castle Our first stop is the breathtaking Bastei Bridge, perched atop a towering rock formation, offering mesmerizing views of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. Capture unforgettable photos of the stunning landscapes that surround you. Explore the magnificent Neurathen Fortress, a captivating sight nestled amidst the sandstone landscape. We'll delve into the medieval era, exploring the remnants of the stronghold that once housed vigilant guards.

A scenic drive through the Elbe river canyon (0:40 h)

A scenic drive through the Elbe river canyon We will move to the Czech side of the National Park - Bohemian Switzerland. Our route will wind its way through charming villages Bad Schandau and Hřensko, allowing us to soak up the beauty of the region's architecture.

Pravcicka Gate - Guided tour (April - October; 2 h, 5 km)

Hiking to Pravcicka Gate The 2 km hike navigates us to the Pravcicka Gate. Approaching it from below, you will see the majesty with which it stands at the top of the surrounding landscape. It is the symbol of the Bohemian Swizerland National Park and you will know why, once you see it.

A local lunch (1 h)

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.

Narnia maze - Guided tour (November - March; 2 h, 2 km)

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.

Return back to your Dresden accommodation (40 min.)

Drop-off Dresden 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.

Highlights

Walk Bastei Bridge and Neurathen keep ruins
An impresive stone bridge with stunning views of Elbe Canyon

Hiking Pravcicka Gate (From April to October only)
The largest natural sandstone arch in Europe

Lunch Delightful lunch
Enjoy delicious lunch at a traditional Czech restaurant

Walk Narnia maze (From November to March)
Tisa Rocks labyrinth

Small group Small group
Usually 5-7, limited to 12 participants

Difficulty Moderate physical difficulty

Free cancellation

Cancellation  Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. Any questions? Check FAQ.

Includes

checkmark Hotel pick-up and drop-off

checkmark All entrance fees and taxes

checkmark English speaking tour guide

checkmark Delicious lunch in local restaurant

checkmark Air-conditioned non-smoking car

checkmark Snack pack and water for the day

checkmark Skip the ticket line

close Travel insurance coverage

close Gratuities

Not suitable

Wheelchair Wheelchair users

Children Children under 3 years

Mobility aids People with mobility impairments

Dog No service animals allowed

What to bring

Passport Passport or ID card

T-shirt Outdoor clothing

Shoes Hiking shoes

Best day trip for our clients

Reviews from our guests

viktor
viktor
★★★★

Mar 31, 2025

GetYourGuide

really good experience with both guides. nice addition to our trip overall. organizer was very accommodating and willing to support us w extra requests regarding transport. happy customer

Ka Cheong L
Ka Cheong L
★★★★★

Mar 29, 2025

Tripadvisor
Great day trip

Awesome guides, food and sceneries. Hiking was light but very enjoyable and informative. This is a local business worth supporting.

wendizoid
wendizoid
★★★★★

Mar 13, 2025

Tripadvisor
Super day out of the city. Highly recommend.

I will add my 5 STAR review to all the others. Fantastic day tour from Dresden. Driver picked us up right in front of hotel. Adam was our wonderful guide. Small group, just eight including Adam. Early March had some snow and ice at the Tissa Sandstone Rocks, but Adam had spike shoe covers for everyone. Great local lunch spot included. Would highly recommend this day trip!

Belinda Feng
Belinda Feng
★★★★★

Mar 8, 2025

Viator
Best day ever at the park! Highly recommend!

I absolutely loved this tour and can't say enough good things! Andra and Milan were amazingly thoughtful guides - I never felt rushed, we were given some great commentary about the park, lunch was hot, filling, and yummy, and the sites were absolutely fantastic.

We went the first weekend in March so the park (outside the bridge) had a recent snowfall. Andra had "clamp ons" to keep us safe, and we walked / hiked at a comfortable pace to get through the park safely and enjoy the scenery. I was worried about the tour being too strenuous, but it really was fine and Andra kept checking on us to ensure we were okay. The tour duration was perfect as well - we weren't squeezing too much into a day and I'm glad I decided to do this visit from Dresden as opposed to Prague. Highly recommend this tour - you won't regret it! It's a small, intimate group, and Milan also took tons of great pictures for us and sent them over later. Five stars - one of the best tours I've had in a long time!

 Helene Schwarzenberger
Helene Schwarzenberger
★★★★★

Mar 5, 2025

GetYourGuide

Unsere Tour war gut durchdacht, die Gruppe sehr klein ( 7 Personen + Guide + Fahrer). Wir haben zwar einen stolzen Preis bezahlt, waren aber rundum zufrieden. Uns wurden alle " Sorgen" abgenommen, unterwegs haben wir kein Geld gebraucht, weder fürs Essen ( das Mittagessen war sehr gut), noch für Toilettengang, Snacks und Wasser gab es immer. Unser Tourguide Adam war sehr gut über alles informiert, freundlich, hilfsbereit. An diese Tour werden wir uns lange und gerne erinnern. Danke.

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