From Prague: Bohemian & Saxon Switzerland The Iconic Day Trip
Description
This tour is designed for travelers who want to experience the highlights of Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland in one well-balanced day, without rushing or overcrowding. Instead of squeezing in as many stops as possible, the itinerary allows meaningful time at each location. You’ll visit iconic landmarks such as the Bastei Bridge, the Pravčická Gate, and the Tisa Rock Labyrinth, and see the very best of both the Czech and German sides of the national park. The day follows a smooth and comfortable flow, combining scenic viewpoints, a rewarding hike, time to relax, and a high-quality lunch. A private à la carte lunch at a scenic local restaurant reserved exclusively for our group adds real value, with authentic Czech cuisine, drinks, coffee, and dessert. With small-group travel, hotel pickup, comfortable transportation with Wi-Fi, and an experienced English-speaking guide, this tour offers an excellent balance of comfort, quality, and value.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Hotel pickup in Prague and departure in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Czech countryside as your guide introduces the day and the landscapes of Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland.
Walk across the iconic Bastei Bridge and enjoy breathtaking views over the Elbe Canyon and sandstone formations in Saxon Switzerland National Park
Guided hike to Pravčická Gate, the largest natural sandstone arch in Europe, followed by free time at Sokolí hnízdo with panoramic views, gallery access, and refreshments.
Traditional Czech Lunch (Private Restaurant) Enjoy a relaxed à la carte lunch at a scenic local restaurant reserved exclusively for our group, featuring authentic Czech cuisine, beer, wine, coffee, and dessert.
Explore the magical Tisa Rock Labyrinth, famous for its Narnia-like atmosphere, with an easy walk among towering sandstone formations.
Return to Prague Comfortable drive back to Prague with drop-off at your hotel or accommodation.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Exact pick-up time will be confirmed the day before the tour. Please wait in front of your accommodation at the scheduled time. Your guide will meet you there in a clearly marked UNILINE minivan.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Comfortable hiking shoes recommended
- Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Free rental of trekking poles available, please tell us at the time of booking if you need them.
Reviews(381)
This was great trip and Joseph was great who gave us so much valid and great information. it was well organised with a second guide doing the walking and we only had to walk the scenic bits as the cars dropped up off close by. The sights were amazing and it was a reasonably easy walking hike at a gentle pace. well worth doing this tour and you get to see some amazing country away from the city sights. The meal was also simple and good with nice views of the countrside.
Gorgeous landscapes and an amazing experience with the whole team. They are thoughtful and make sure you have the best possible experience with a well-planned, smooth itinerary. The hiking and walks are doable for anyone, across age groups, just the right amount of exercice that won't leave you completely exhausted at the end of the day. I absolutely recommend this experience. It was a true highlight of my vacation.
Lots of hiking and the tour guide has lots of information. A little bit of work on the second hike. Overall two thumbs up.
My family of 3 enjoyed the day trip very much. It was very well organised the entire day. We had excellent driver and guides who were friendly and informative.
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that your family enjoyed the day trip and that everything was well organized from start to finish. It's wonderful to know our driver and guides helped make the experience enjoyable with their friendliness and knowledge. Thank you for traveling with us, and we hope to welcome your family back again soon! 😊
We had an awesome day out with our very knowledgeable guide. We were picked up from our hotel in the morning and dropped off after the tour. We were seated in the front seat with our guide and were able to ask questions and he was great in sharing his history knowledge and knowledge of the area we were travelling through. Each area we visited was amazing with spectacular views. The walk to the Pravčická Gate was a stand-out and the Falcon's nest, a hunting lodge for the aristocracy, was challenging but so very much worth doing. We then had a lovely lunch at a nearby town, away from all the crowds. It was a very well organised tour and I would definitely recommend this day tour in Prague to get you out of the main city and into Saxon Germany. Excellent company and awesome guide.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted that you enjoyed the spectacular scenery, comfortable transportation, and the opportunity to learn more about the region from your guide. It's great to hear that Pravčická Gate and the lunch stop were highlights of your day. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you and your family back on another adventure soon! 😊
Had an amazing day on this very well organised trip. We were picked up from our hotel at the specified time and absolutely everything was catered for throughout the day. The locations were spectacular and Josef our guide was so friendly and knowledgeable. Monika our driver was also very friendly and professional. Would highly recommend.
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that everything ran smoothly from pickup to drop-off and that you enjoyed the spectacular locations. Josef and Monika will be thrilled to hear your kind words. Providing a friendly, professional, and well-organized experience is exactly what we strive for. Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to see you again soon! 😊
It was a great day! Tour guide Frankie was very knowledgeable and made trip very enjoyable. Bus driver was very good. All in all a very nice day!
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear you had a great day with us. Frankie will be happy to know that his knowledge helped make the trip enjoyable, and we'll be sure to pass your compliments on to the driver as well. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable adventure soon! 😊
This was a wonderful experience. We had such a wonderful driver Vince, and guide Anna. Visited 3 beautiful NP's and it didn't feel rushed at all. Nice lunch as well. Would do this again!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that Anna and Vince helped make your day so enjoyable. It's great that you had enough time to fully appreciate each location without feeling rushed and that you enjoyed the lunch as well. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we'd love to welcome you back for another adventure in the future! 😊
This tour was easily one of the highlights of our trip. Can’t say better things about Josef, our guide, and Vince, our driver, who coordinated everything superbly. It was clear they put a lot of thought into the kind of small details that add to the overall experience—extra water bottles, snacks if you find yourself needing a little refuel, and plenty of bathroom breaks. Josef shared a lot of fun facts on the tour, brought a bunch of positive energy, and kept everything running at a good pace. Communication leading up to the hike was great too. My group was looking for an easy-to-moderate hike and opted for the “Best of Bohemian & Saxon Hikes” that takes you to the Bastei Bridge, the Pravčická Gate, and the sandstone/Tisa Rock Labyrinth. They were all very doable, with the hike up to Pravčická Gate requiring more effort (i.e., involved a steeper walk up a wide and well-cleared path) than the other two. I enjoyed each site, but the Tisa Rock Labyrinth was probably my favorite—a lovely, easygoing walk among some beautiful sandstone formations and trees, and a bit less touristy/crowded than the others on the weekend we went. Highly recommend this day trip from Prague!
Thank you so much for this fantastic review! We're delighted that the tour was one of the highlights of your trip. Josef and Vince will be thrilled to hear your kind words. We put a lot of care into both the big moments and the small details, so it's wonderful to see that appreciated. Tisa Rocks are a hidden gem indeed! Thank you for recommending us, and we hope to welcome you back to Prague again someday. 😊
The original small group was great but our last hike combined three vans - 18 travelers and two guides made for a large and clumsy hike
Thank you for your feedback and for bringing this to our attention. We completely understand your point. What happened on the final hike was an unfortunate exception caused by timing, as several of our small groups happened to arrive at the same section at the same time. While each group still had its own guide, we agree that it may have felt more crowded than intended. Our apologies, and thank you for your understanding! 😊🌲
