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Saxon Switzerland Cultural Delights

9 h
Very Easy 3 km
Private
All inclusive

Relaxing one day trip with Czech lunch for whole family!

Kurort Rathen with Altrathen Castle

Tour Overview

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.

What to Expect

Hotel Pick-up and transport Skip the stress of navigating! We will pick you up at your hotel and handle all the logistics, ensuring a smooth and relaxing day from start to finish. Relax on a comfortable ride to Saxon Switzerland National Park. Your guide will share interesting facts along the way!

Visit Bastei Bridge and Neurathen Castle 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. Explore the magnificent Neurathen Fortress, this medieval wonder offers a glimpse into the past. Discover the remnants of this once-powerful stronghold and imagine the vigilant guards who patrolled its ramparts.
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Boat ride on Amselsee Embark on a scenic canyon boat ride through the Amselsee in Kurort Rathen, a narrow passageway surrounded by towering rock walls and lush greenery. Glide through the tranquil waters and take in the breathtaking scenery as you experience the tranquility of this hidden gem.

Taste local smoked trout in Kurort Rathen We will visit Kurort Rathen, a spa town renowned for its trout farming. Savor the delicious taste of locally smoked trout.

Bad Schandau view tower 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.

Old Glassworks and local lunch in Hřensko 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 with a local mill, brewery and backery 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.

Drop-off at your accomodation 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.

What's Included

  • Hotel pick-up
  • Delicious lunch in local restaurant
  • Snack pack and bottled water for the day
  • English-speaking local guide
  • Entry fees to all locations
  • Skip the ticket line
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before

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

9 h
Very Easy 3 km
Private
All inclusive

Relaxing one day trip with Czech lunch for whole family!

Private tour

From €598/group(2+ people)

Free cancellation up to 24h before

What's Included

  • Hotel pick-up
  • Delicious lunch in local restaurant
  • Snack pack and bottled water for the day
  • English-speaking local guide
  • Entry fees to all locations
  • Skip the ticket line

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