Best of Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland Day Trip from Dresden - Hiking Tour
Overview
With us you will escape the hustle and bustle of the city
you will explore the beauties of Czech nature on this unique 12-hour trip to the Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland National Park.
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Lunch (main course & beverage)
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan or other comfortable vehicle
- All admission fees
- Entry/Admission - Kamenice Gorge
- Entry/Admission - Pravcicka brana - Sokoli hnizdo
- Entry/Admission - Neurathen Castle
- Entry/Admission - Mezná
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Old Market Square (Altmarkt), Altmarkt, Dresden, Saxony Germany
The tour begins by picking you up at your Dresden hotel, Airbnb or elsewhere in Dresden. Our comfortable vehicle will then transport you to the German part of the National Park. The snacks and beverages provided by our professional driver along the way in combination with an informative and friendly guide of the passing landmarks will make the journey over in no time.
Pass By: Pirna, Pirna, Saxony
We are going to see a historical city Pirna in Saxony. Is one of the most beautiful city in Saxony. There is located a chateau of Pirna - an important historical monument.
Stop At: Neurathen Castle, Rathen, Bastei, Saxony Germany
An easy sightseeing walk over the Bastei Bridge ends with a tour of the ruins of the medieval castle Felsenburg Neurathen (13th century), located at the other end of the Bastei Bridge. Our experienced driver will take you as close as possible, then our guide will take you to the breathtaking view of the Bastei Bridge over the Elbe River Canyon, which will be remembered forever. Watching the sunrise over the unique sandstone peaks is a priceless experience. Then our knowledgeable guide will tell you everything about the local history and nature and show you the most beautiful places and views. Explore the fairytale landscape and enjoy the beautiful views.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Bastei 12, 01847 Lohmen, Saxony Germany
The first destination is the beautiful Bastei Bridge (Saxon Switzerland, Germany). Our experienced driver will take you as close as possible, then our guide will take you to the breathtaking view of the Bastei Bridge over the Elbe River Canyon, which will be remembered forever. Watching the sunrise over the unique sandstone peaks is a priceless experience. Then our knowledgeable guide will tell you everything about the local history and nature and show you the most beautiful places and views. Explore the fairytale landscape and enjoy the beautiful places.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: 392 01 Mezná-Soběslav, Czechia
Within walking distance of the Pravčická gate is our traditional Czech and locally renowned restaurant. A rich "a la carte" lunch will be a welcome and a well deserved reward after a hike to the arc. Traditional Czech and international dishes are served (vegetarian options). We strongly recommend trying Czech beer, which is one of the best in the world. This restaurant is very popular with locals and has the best reputation in Bohemian Switzerland. We are always very welcome in this restaurant and we have a pre-booked table in the best place, which will be waiting for you set before our arrival. In the kitchen we also have an advantage over other guests, so waiting for food is significantly shorter. From here, a simple descent down the old sandstones awaits us, towards the beautiful Edmund's gorge. Our experienced guide will be with you at all times and will be happy to take care of you and answer every question about the national park and the local nature.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Kamenice Gorge, 405 02 Hřensko-Děčín 2, Czechia
Our last trip starts right from the door of the restaurant. The descending hike will reveal the beauty of the Kamenice river gorge, the air is very refreshing. The river you walk along is wild at first, but as you approach part of the cruise, it calms down completely. Our guide will tell you all about the river and the local nature. Mystical sailing on a small boat is the last element of our rich day trip. The Kamenice River is the most beautiful and cleanest river in the Czech Republic. During the cruise we can see water birds and many species of fish, even salmon.
At the end of the journey we will reach the picturesque village of Hřensko, where a prepared and rested driver will be waiting for us, who will take you back to Dresden, to the place of your accommodation or to your place of choice. Our guide will be happy to recommend a good restaurant, a quiet park or a view of the sunset. At the end of the trip you will also receive a small gift from us, which will say goodbye to you.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Hrensko, Hrensko, Usti nad Labem Region, Bohemia
The entrance to the beautiful town of Hřensko is the lowest point of the Czech Republic, which is often flooded by the river Elbe and the river Kamenice. The guide will briefly describe the town and its history, especially from the Second World War.
Stop At: Pravcicka brana - Sokoli hnizdo, Hrensko 82, Hrensko 407 17 Czech Republic
The next path will take us across the state border back to the Czech (Bohemia) part of the national park. Our driver will take you as close as possible to the rock monument, then our guide will go with you. This will significantly shorten the time and avoid the uninteresting journey on the asphalt road. After that, we only have a two-kilometer hike to the Pravčická Gate - the largest rock arch in Europe. As you approach it from below, you will see the majesty with which it stands at the top of the surrounding landscape. It is a symbol of the Bohemian Switzerland National Park and when you see it, you will know why. Here we will have a local beer in the beautiful and historic restaurant "Falcons nest" and walk through the most beautiful views of the national park and rock monuments. The guide will tell you all about the local flora and fauna. At the end, a driver will be waiting for us again, who will take us towards the local announced restaurant, where we will have lunch.
Duration: 3 hours
Pass By: Saxon, Saxon, Canton of Valais, Swiss Alps
Return home when we offer drop off anywhere in the city center according to the needs of guests. Our driver is always fully rested - during the journey when our guests with a guide are on the hike, the driver is resting or sleeping. So you can rest back in peace and safety on the way or take a nap during the trip back to Prague.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Service animals allowed
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Comfortable hiking shoes recommended
- Vegetarian/vegan option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Minimum numbers apply (2 people). There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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I did this tour pre covid. I was 25 and I'm female and traveling alone, and I really wanted to see this area. This was the only true hiking trip i could find. The group was small, just a 30ish year old couple in me. Luckily they were also fit so we walked fast (the guide said this was one of the ...
I did this tour pre covid. I was 25 and I'm female and traveling alone, and I really wanted to see this area. This was the only true hiking trip i could find. The group was small, just a 30ish year old couple in me. Luckily they were also fit so we walked fast (the guide said this was one of the fastest trips he had ever been on). I wish they had a 2nd option that was more intense hiking for the day, but this is definitely the best option if you don't want to figure out how to do this alone.The tour was well planned and delivered as advertised. Host and driver were engaging and loved what they do and it came through in the experience. From pick up to drop off the service was exceptional. We have done extensive traveling in the last few years and even our 14yr old son said it was one...
The tour was well planned and delivered as advertised. Host and driver were engaging and loved what they do and it came through in the experience. From pick up to drop off the service was exceptional. We have done extensive traveling in the last few years and even our 14yr old son said it was one of the best tours we had been on. Definitely recommended.The landscape is breathtaking, particularly the boat trip through the Kamenice Gorge was absolutely amazing. The drivers and our guide were very friendly and entertaining. Would definitely recommend to all travellers that don't mind a little hiking. The value for money is great considering what a...
The landscape is breathtaking, particularly the boat trip through the Kamenice Gorge was absolutely amazing. The drivers and our guide were very friendly and entertaining. Would definitely recommend to all travellers that don't mind a little hiking. The value for money is great considering what all you get to see in one day and that the crew provides plenty of snacks as well as a real hearty meal.Our family went on this hike yesterday. We were keen to get some exercise and to enjoy the fresh air away from the tourist crowds. Although the day was rather cold for December, with some light snow falling during parts of it, we thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. Pros: * Roman (our driver...
Our family went on this hike yesterday. We were keen to get some exercise and to enjoy the fresh air away from the tourist crowds. Although the day was rather cold for December, with some light snow falling during parts of it, we thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. Pros: * Roman (our driver) arrived on time and drove safely. * Katy (our tour guide) was friendly and professional; she provided honest and insightful commentary about the sites and the Czech culture generally. * We enjoyed the traditional lunch at an authentic village restaurant along the way. * The hikes were only moderately demanding; not too easy and not too difficult for our family (ages varied from 56 to 16). Cons: * Our vehicle's wi-fi did not work, although this service was advertised and the passwords were displayed inside the vehicle. * The plan for the day could have been better communicated at the start. In summary, the trip generally met our expectations and we can definitely recommend it to other travellers.We have the possibility to enjoy wonderful landscapes with a really cheerful guide! He was totally nice with us and allowed has to have a lot of fun. The places that we visited were really astonishing. In one word? Enchanted. Really suggested
We have the possibility to enjoy wonderful landscapes with a really cheerful guide! He was totally nice with us and allowed has to have a lot of fun. The places that we visited were really astonishing. In one word? Enchanted. Really suggestedThis is by far one of the best tours I have been on. Great guides and perfect in a small group of like minded travellers. You are very well catered for with snacks and a wonderful lunch. So much covered in one day with a wonderful float down the river to wrap it all up. Thank you to the team f...
This is by far one of the best tours I have been on. Great guides and perfect in a small group of like minded travellers. You are very well catered for with snacks and a wonderful lunch. So much covered in one day with a wonderful float down the river to wrap it all up. Thank you to the team for great memories!