Escape the City: Bohemia & Saxon Switzerland Day Trip from Prague

Embark on a fun and family-friendly day trip to Prague’s Bastei Bridge and Tisa Rocks. Marvel at breathtaking views, savor a traditional Czech lunch, and explore unique rock formations. Book now!

Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Parc National de la Suisse Saxonne - Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Saxon Switzerland National Park! Our comfortable, air-conditioned minivan will pick you up directly at your Prague hotel at a pre-arranged time.

As you cruise along the Elbe Canyon towards the majestic Bastei Bridge, our knowledgeable and entertaining guide will share fascinating insights about the passing landmarks, bringing the region’s history and beauty to life.

  • Bastei Bridge - Experience Bastei, the crown jewel of Saxon Switzerland! Explore several breathtaking viewpoints, among which the most stunning overlooks the Elbe Canyon, the largest sandstone canyon in Europe. From a height of 190 meters above the river, behold the beauty of Saxon Switzerland National Park - the table mountains of Lilienstein and Königstein with its impregnable fortress.

Then walk across this magnificent Bridge perched high above the river Elbe. This awe-inspiring landmark holds the distinction of being the first tourist attraction in the region, constructed in 1851 to connect the rocky peaks with Neurathen Fortress. Prepare to be marveled by its architectural wonder!

  • Neurathen Castle - Sandstone towers and the Neurathen castle ruins will remind you of the golden age of this medieval place. We will walk you around, show you all viewpoints and point out the best photo spots.
  • Elbe Sandstone Mountains - After exploring Bastei Bridge and Neurathen Fortress, we’ll embark on a scenic drive through the Elbe River Canyon to the Czech side of the National Park - Elbe Sandstone Mountains.
  • Pravcicka brana - Sokoli hnizdo - The 2km 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.
  • Bohemian Switzerland National Park - You need to recharge your batteries, so the next stop will be a traditional Czech and locally renowned restaurant. A rich “a la carte” lunch will be a welcome and well-deserved reward. Traditional Czech and international dishes are served (including vegetarian options). We highly recommend trying Czech beer, which is one of the best in the world. This restaurant is very popular with the locals and has the best reputation in Bohemian Switzerland. We are always very welcome at this restaurant and we have a pre-booked table in the best place that will be waiting for you ready before our arrival. In addition, we have an advantage over other guests in the kitchen, so the wait for food is significantly shorter.
  • Tiske steny - Then we will drive you into the 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. Anyone who ventures into the bowels of the rocks to enjoy the extraordinary charm of natural beauty will be rewarded with a nice experience. And as you know, no one can take the experience away from you.
  • Prague - After an amazing day exploring Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland, we’ll head back to Dresden for a relaxing ride. Chat with fellow adventurers, share your favorite photos, and unwind after a day of adventure. We’ll arrive back in Dresden comfortably, ensuring a perfect ending to your unforgettable trip.
What's Included
  • Small-group tour with local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • On-board WiFi
  • Snacks
  • Basic gear rental (raincoats, hiking sticks)
  • Expert guide: fluent English
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Lunch
  • All fees and/or taxes
Additional Information

This light hiking tour offers a rare opportunity to explore the untouched beauty of the Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland National parks. Imagine standing atop the iconic Bastei Bridge, gazing out at the stunning vista below, or wandering through the mystical Tisa Rocks, feeling like you’ve stepped into a fairytale.

Benefit from small group seamless experiences with our minivan hotel pick-up service, an expert guide fluent in English, and a delightful local restaurant lunch. Escape the city and join us for a day of discovery and natural splendor!

  • See the Bastei Bridge, Pravcicka Gate, and Tisa Rocks in a day
  • Savor the taste of local Czech specialties: Lunch is included
  • Family-friendly tour is suitable for hikers of all levels
  • Experience the exclusivity of a small group
  • Vegetarian and vegan meal options included
  • Dietary requirements can be easily accommodated
  • The tour consists of moderate hiking with a distance of approximately 9 km (6 mi)
  • Please wear sturdy or sports shoes as there could be an uneven surfaces on the hiking trails
  • In case of force majeure, the tour program may change. The group will be offered the most suitable alternative place to visit
Location
Parc National de la Suisse Saxonne
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Sjoerd_w
Aug 2, 2024
Highly recommend this day trip! - We where picked up right in front of our apartment by both guides. From Prague it was a 2 hour drive to the first location of the day: the Bastei near Dresden Germany. On this location we had magnificent views overlooking the river Elbe. Next we drove to the Pravcicka-arch, here we had a winding walk of little over an hour to the top of the rocks, where the arch stands next to a small restaurant. Last but certainty not least we walked through an almost magical forest with the Tisa walls, sandstone formations where you can guess their names, given by rock-climbers. In between we had lunch at a restaurant serving local dishes, which we enjoyed very much. Our little group had 2 wonderful guides (Anna and Eliška) that gave us all kinds of interesting information about the region, the country and its history. All in all, we had a great day!
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Nathan_l
Jul 8, 2024
National park adventure in the Czech Republic - We had a prompt pick up with lovely staff. Our driver Monika was skilled at navigating and our guide Simon was very knowledgeable and fun. We were able to enjoy all the destinations. Simon and his colleague walked facilitated a lovely day of chatting about Prague, the landmarks we visited and our lives living in different cities. We were fortunate to have very charismatic and interesting tour mates. I would recommend this trip as it is great value for money and all you have to do is go along for the ride. They provided water and snacks for the trip and lunch is included.
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Maria_t
Jun 25, 2024
Spectacular Day - The entire day was spectacular. Our tour guide, Josef, was amazing and kept us all safe. If you have an extra day in Prague do not hesitate to book this trip. The vistas at each stop are phenomenal. Thank you Josef and our driver, Monika.
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Dreamer63723615536
Jun 24, 2024
Highly recommended! - My family enjoyed this trip! It was a great to get out of the city and experience a different side of this beautiful land. The hikes were strenuous but the views and memories were well worth the effort. The entire excursion was well-planned and well-executed. Thank you Saxon Tours!
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Megsr4128qc
Jun 15, 2024
A lovely day - It was a very nicely paced, full day of sightseeing and enjoyment. Usually I avoid tours, but I'm glad I did this one! We got to see more in a day than I could have done on my own, and I learned more about the area than I would have been able to understand just seeing it myself.
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Andrea
May 26, 2024
Fantastic - This was an amazing adventure. We went on a girls' trip, and although the weather was a bit rainy, our guides, Josef and Ondřej were amazing, very knowledgeable, and just all-around fun. Everything was perfect, from the pick up to the drop off. We will absolutely be booking with them again.
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Manalen_g
May 20, 2024
A commune with nature kinda day! - Twas a great break from the city! Loved the places we visited. The hike, the sights, and our very charming guide, Miki, certainly made our day!
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P2411qzmarcoantoniom
May 5, 2024
A perfect tour experiencie. - We had a very pleasant experiencie. Everything was more than perfect. The guide Andrew and the driver Milan are extraordinary profissional.
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Cameronmw6448tc
Apr 16, 2024
Absolutely Amazing Experience - Had an amazing tour led by Josef and Monika. We stopped at three different sites and had a very very very nice lunch. From the outset the team were very nice, warm and welcoming. The vehicle was stocked with water, snacks and had WiFi. The sites were really beautiful and Josef set a nice pace. He was really aware of anyone falling behind and always went back to walk with them. On the second stop which has more inclines he stopped several times. The final stop was well chosen as well because it was going down hill rather than up which is good because the second was mostly incline. They understood people would more tired so it was a really good choice. Also Monika is an amazing driver. Felt really safe with her. Josef was also so knowledgeable which gave so much more to the trip. They dropped us of right at the hotel. Everything was on time as well andnthey also gave us recommendations of places to visit around Prague Overall Great Hosts Great Sites Great Food Loved it!!
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