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

Christina Schlosser
Christina Schlosser
★★★★

Aug 28, 2022

Viator
Lovely day at Bastei Bridge/Tisa Walls

We had a lovely day! Adam led us on an interesting and informative tour and our driver Roman took good care of us on the road. This tour was our second choice due to the fires in the National Parks area and we’re glad we booked it!

Björn Blaschke
Björn Blaschke
★★★★★

Aug 24, 2022

Viator
Great trip into the nature

We had originally booked a tour with another operator, but that got cancelled due to the forest fires. Then we found this tour on Viator and as this goes to another part, it was not affected by the fires. In the morning when we got picked up, it was just just the 2 of us. We were very lucky, normally tours are done with a minivan but instead we were driven around in luxury style in an Audi Q7!
The view at the Bastei was impressive and we had a not too long hike (but tiring due to the hot humid weather). After the Bastei we had a good lunch just across the border in the Czech Republic. This gave us plenty energy for a longer hike, again with very pretty sights and plenty of photo moments.
After this hike our tour was finished and we got dropped off at our hotel. As it was just us in the car, we didn’t have to drive around Dresden dropping others off.
Our guide spoke very good English and the driver drove us in a safe manner. They did a great job. Would definitely recommend this tour!

Masaż Ekaterina
Masaż Ekaterina
★★★★★

Jul 18, 2022

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Вчера был незабываемый день вместе с Saxon Tours, с нами был лучший гид и лучший водитель, рекомендую!

Dali
Dali
★★★★★

Jul 18, 2022

Tripadvisor
our trip with Saxon Tours

I was on this trip with Saxon Tours and I really enjoyed it! Everything was very professional, our guide and driver were lovely and all the things we discovered were amazing. I can recommend it!

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