Depart from Prague and visit scenic spots in the Czech Republic and Germany on a day trip. Admire the scenery at the Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland National Parks and have lunch in a local restaurant.

About this activity

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Duration 8 - 11 hours: Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide: English
Pickup included: We can pick you up anywhere where a car can legally go in the city centre of Prague
Small group available

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

Mweru – Norway

Exceeded my expectations! Moderately challenging, fun hiking experience, the views are worth the climb! The nature was beautiful and the timing and scheduling of the entire trip was very well planned and organised (on time pick up, organised break stops throughout the drive and day) all guided by a fantastic, charismatic host, Ondrej! A nice 7 persons group for the tour made it a worthwhile and a great bonding experience even among people who never knew each other from before the trip. The lunch menu also had great options and the meals chosen were all delicious and hearty. 10/10 would highly recommend Ondrej and his tour company!

Charlotte – Australia

Amazing guide, views and hikes! Would definitely recommend!

Itinerary

Pickup location:
Prague 1
Van
(105 minutes)
Bastei
Guided tour (1 hour)
Van
(30 minutes)
Pravčická Brána
Guided tour (3.5 hours)
Optional
Van
(10 minutes)
Edmund's Gorge
Boat cruise (20 minutes)
Optional
Tisa Rocks
Guided tour (3 hours)
Optional
Arrive back at:
Prague 1

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

Savor the taste of lunch during a visit to one of the area's local restaurants
Depart from Prague and see highlights of both national parks in two countries
Visit best spots of the Saxon and Bohemian Switzerland national parks
Choose between an easy 6km hike and a moderate 12 km one
Explore the region on a guided tour with roundtrip transportation from Prague

Full description

Start with pickup from your accommodation in Prague 1, or a meeting point in Prague 1, and head to Germany to visit the famous Bastei Bridge in the Saxon Switzerland National Park. This part is relatively easy. Admire the breathtaking views and then drive through the Elbe Canyon back to the Czech part of the park which is called Bohemian Switzerland National Park.

Kind reminder. This is a typical hiking tour. We are getting many customers who underestimate a physical difficulty of this tour. In order to fully enjoy this tour, you should have at least moderate level of fitness and no mobility impairments.

Depending on the season (From April to October), visit Pravcicka Brana, the largest sandstone arch in Europe. This impressive structure looks like something out of one of the Lord of the Rings movies. To get there, you must walk 3 km up the hill, which is not very steep but may be challenging.

Afterward, have lunch at a local family restaurant run by a mother and her daughter. Do not have high expectations about the restaurant. You will be literally in the middle of the forest where civilization exists only 7 months of the year in the season. People are simple and the food too.

After lunch, head down the hill and stairs to the scenic Edmunds and Wild Gorges and take a boat trip on the water (From April to October). And then walk the same way back on the hill. This part is probably the most challenging.

Depending on the season (November to March), you will visit the Tisa Rocks, a key attraction in the area, and admire the views.

The total hiking distance divided into three parts in the main season is about 12 km. We cannot judge the difficulty of the tour. For us it is easy. Like a walking in the park. Because we are very fit. However some tourists claim the tour is extremely hard. So the truth is somewhere in the middle. Just remember that all those nice places on our pictures are not next to the road and you must take some effort to get there. Which is rewarding too. So if you understand this tour is a hiking, not a walking, you are welcome to join it.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
Guide
Main meal and drink at a local restaurant
Water and choco snack
Bastei Bridge
Pravcicka Brana entry fee (April to October)
Edmunds Gorge boat trip (April to October)
Tisa Rocks (winter season)

Not suitable for

People with mobility impairments
Wheelchair users
People with respiratory issues
People with low level of fitness

Important information

What to bring

Passport

Not allowed

Drones

Know before you go

The total distance of the hike in the main season is 12 km (if option selected). The 12km hike is divided into three parts. If your level of fitness is low or if you have any medical problem, we DO NOT recommend taking this tour. Alternatively you cannot for the easier 6km tour.
This tour has two versions - Summer (April to October) and Winter (November to March). Check details in the description.

From Prague: Tour to Saxon and Bohemian Switzerland