Saxon Switzerland Cultural Delights

Relaxing one day trip with Czech lunch for whole family!

 5.0   
9 hours • 3 km •   • 

Embark on a cultural journey through Saxon Switzerland. Admire the breathtaking views from the Bastei Bridge, taste fresh smoked trout in Rathen, ride the historic elevator in Bad Schandau and immerse yourself in history at the historic mill, bakery and microbrewery in Schmilka. End the trip with a traditional lunch in picturesque village Hřensko, a popular tourist destination with a rich history.

Tour itinerary

 Hotel pick-up (8 - 10 am)

Skip the stress of navigating! We'll pick you up at your hotel and handle all the logistics, ensuring a smooth and relaxing day from start to finish

 Convenient transportation (1:40 h from Prague; 0:40 h from Dresden). Relax on a comfortable ride to Saxon Switzerland National Park. Your guide will share interesting facts along the way!

 Bastei Bridge - Guided tour (1 hour)

Our tour commences at the iconic Bastei Bridge. This magnificent structure, perched atop a dramatic rock formation, offers unparalleled vistas of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains.

 Neurathen Castle - Guided tour (0:30 hour)

Nestled amidst the sandstone landscape, this medieval wonder offers a glimpse into the past. Explore the remnants of this once-powerful stronghold and imagine the vigilant guards who patrolled its ramparts.

 Kurort Rathen, Trout Smokehouse - (1 hour)

We will visit Kurort Rathen, a spa town renowned for its trout farming. Here, we will visit the Trout Smokehouse and savor the delicious taste of locally smoked trout.

 Bad Schandau - (0:30 hour)

Next, we will head to Bad Schandau and take a historic elevator to the observation tower from 1905. Enjoy panoramic views of the Elbe Canyon, the largest sandstone canyon in Europe.

 Walk and lunch in Hřensko - (1 hour)

After a short walk through the tourist center, we will visit a local restaurant in Hřensko and enjoy a delicious lunch in the heart of the national park.

 Charming Schmilka - (1 hour)

We will then visit the village of Schmilka, where we will admire a historic 17th-century mill and taste homemade cakes baked from flour ground in this mill. We will also visit a small brewery.

 Return back to the hotel (1:40 h Prague; 0:40 h Dresden)

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.

Embark on this unique journey today and secure your reservation for an exclusive adventure!

Book a Tour from €595

Get Your Seat Before They’re Gone!

Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance. Questions? FAQ.

Highlights

 Bastei Bridge and Neurathen keep ruins

 Trout Smokehouse Rathen

 Historic Elevator Bad Schandau

 Traditional lunch Hrensko

 Mill, bakery, and brewery Schmilka

 Very Easy physical difficulty

Includes

 Hotel pick-up and drop-off

 All entrance fees and taxes

 English speaking tour guide

 Delicious lunch in local restaurant

 Air-conditioned non-smoking car

 Snack pack and water for the day

 Skip the ticket line

 Travel insurance coverage

 Gratuities

Reviews from our guests

What to bring

 Passport or ID card

 Outdoor clothing

 Hiking shoes

Not suitable

 Wheelchair users

 Children under 3 years

 People with mobility impairments

 No service animals allowed

Book a Tour from €595

Get Your Seat Before They’re Gone!

Free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.

Have questions? We have answers.

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