Private Tour
Dresden Christmas Market & Bastei Saxon Switzerland Tour from Prague
Overview
Available languages
10 hours
Mobile ticket
There’s nothing better than experiencing Dresden’s magical Christmas atmosphere than on our small-group tour (max. 8 people), just a 2-hour drive from Prague!
Visit Germany’s oldest Christmas market, the famous Striezelmarkt, where you’ll have 3 hours of free time to explore festive stalls, shop for unique souvenirs, and enjoy one complimentary cup of traditional Glühwein.
Travel comfortably in our modern minivan with free WiFi, and enjoy a guided walking tour of Dresden’s historic center plus a delicious à la carte lunch. Your English-speaking guide will also lead a walking tour of Dresden’s historic center, showcasing all the main highlights. A delicious à la carte lunch in a local restaurant is included.
On the way to Dresden, we’ll stop in Saxon Switzerland National Park, where you’ll stroll across the iconic Bastei Bridge and admire breathtaking views of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. You’ll also visit the ruins of a 12th-century rock castle along this easy, scenic walk.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Extra health practices during each tour are provided for FREE (Hand sanitizers, Masks, Deep Van Disinfection after every use),
A current valid passport is required to take with you
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Duration is only approximate, return to Prague around 6 p.m.
Safety first! Please be ready to sign our Outdoor Adventure Tour Declaration Form to acknowledge important health, safety, and liability information before your adventure begins. This form will be available to sign on your tour day.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Prague
Your guide will pick you up at your hotel in Prague in the morning. From that moment on, our mission is to ensure you have everything you need to enjoy the day trip to the fullest. As we drive to the Northern Region (1.5 hrs) in our comfortable, modern van with FREE WiFi. Your guide will share insights about the national park, the Czech and German countryside, and everything you can look forward to during the trip.
Parc National de la Suisse Saxonne
The first stop is the stunning Saxon Switzerland National Park in Germany, famous for its dramatic sandstone formations, deep forested gorges, and breathtaking panoramic viewpoints. Here, you’ll explore the iconic Bastei Bridge area, offering unforgettable views over the Elbe River and the surrounding rock towers. From the start of the tour, free snacks and water will be available for you to enjoy throughout the entire day.
What‘s Included
3hrs of Free Time on the market
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Snacks
All Fees and Taxes
Cup of traditional Glühwein (hot wine)
Air-conditioned vehicle
A la carte lunch (main course and drink) in the local restaurant. Vegetarian and Vegan options available.
Walking equipment such us poles, raincoats, gloves, etc
Coffee and/or Tea
Pickup points
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Options
PRIVATE TOUR
Private Experience : Enjoy complete exclusivity with a tour designed only for you and your travel companions.
Flexible Itinerary & Pace: Customize the schedule to match your interests. Spend more time at the Christmas market, extend your visit to viewpoints, etc
Hotel Pickup & Drop-Off : Begin your day stress-free with private door-to-door transportation directly from your hotel and back.
Duration: 10 hours
À La Carte Lunch Included: Savor a delicious lunch at a local restaurant with flexible dining options for your group.
Exclusive Visit to Saxony
Maximize your time and take ad: Take advantage of private transport and an English-speaking guide just for you! Customise your tour based on your wishes!!!
Pickup included
Christmas Market and Bastei
Small-Group Experience : Enjoy a personalized and intimate tour with a small group, ensuring plenty of space and comfort. (Max 8 Guests)
Guided Tour of Dresden: Learn about the city’s rich history and architecture on a guided walking tour covering the main highlights of Dresden.
Visit to Saxon Switzerland : Explore the iconic Bastei Bridge, sandstone viewpoints, and the ruins of a 12th-century rock castle.
Duration: 10 hours
À La Carte Lunch Included: Savor a delicious meal in a local restaurant, offering authentic regional flavors.
Hotel Pickup & Drop-Off : Relax from the beginning — your guide will collect you directly from your hotel and bring you back after the tour.
Modern Minivan with FREE WiFi: Travel in comfort in a new, fully equipped vehicle offering A/C, free WiFi, and complimentary bottled water and snacks.
Special Christmas Edition : Enjoy 3 hours of free time to immerse yourself in Germany’s oldest Christmas market.
Pickup included
Reviews
105 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ask for Vladimir
randalls2022,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Vladimir was great. Knowledgeable. Flexible with time. Made the experience fun. Just an overall good dude. The Bastei bridge in the sandstone mountains was absolutely stunning. Sonnestein Castle gives a beautiful view of Pirna, a beautiful German village. Lunch there was incredible.....and our walk through Dresden was just jaw dropping. We HIGHLY recommend this trip.
Easy day trip from Prague- Great views, cute markets.
282quinns,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Jirka was very friendly and accommodating! He’s also a great driver and makes sure everyone in the group is comfortable. The old stone bridge at Bastei is beautiful and not a difficult hike whatsoever. There are a lot of stairs with higher lookouts but you can choose to stay on the lower areas that aren't as much climbing and still have a great view. The main market was really cute and there were clusters of other outdoor vendors scattered within about a 15 minute walking area. There were plenty of food stalls and wares to browse- I enjoyed the Medieval themed market and it reminded me of a Ren Faire! We around walked around Dresden a bit first with Jirka pointing out some significant landmarks and giving us the history of them. Then we had time to shop around alone before heading back. Definitely a great option for a day trip if you are staying in Prague and have some time to bop around!
Beautiful Dresden and Saxon Switzerland
pinkladyginger,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jirka was a great guide, informative and caring about his group- always making sure people had water, looking for stragglers- so no one got left behind. Great driver, efficient with keeping on schedule- very personable young man. It was worth being able to go into Dresden for one day and seeing countryside of Saxon Switzerland. Be prepared for long day!
The Wonders of Dresden
larswU7875VG,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Some great hiking views, food, and impressive Christmas markets. Our guide, Jirka, was wonderful. Learned a lot from him. Met another nice family from Australia on the tour too.
Aussies on Tour in Dresden
D1217AFianw,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jiri was excellent as a guide. Informative, friendly and knowledgeable of the Tour and engaging with all in his tour. An asset to his organisation
Wonderful experience!
269marygraced,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Malek was a fantastic guide! We had a wonderful time visiting the Vastei bridge and strolling through the Christmas markets.
Dresden Christmas Market & Bastei Bridge with Mirek
ElizaRaleigh,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mirek was the best tour guide ever( !!)taking us to the Dresden Christmas Market, the oldest in the world(!!). It was wonderful and our three young adult children all found unique finds, but what we enjoyed most was Mirek stopping in a small village on the way to Dresden, for lunch and the local Christmas Market in Pirna. I found a lovely German Pyramid there for 15 euros less than the Dresden market. Thank you Mirek for an awesome day for our family of five!!
Jirka Was a great guide
509jasminew,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Completed this tour Dec 20 with Jirka- he’s very kind, knowledgeable and a safe driver. Seeing the bridge and Christmas markets was very cool as well. Highly recommend.
Dresden Trip
823baluc,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was really excellent, we enjoyed the natural rock formations and vibrant Christmas market. Altogether it was a memorable experience, especially our tour guide Mr. Jirka was very friendly and helpful. We also enjoyed his company a lot.
Highly recommend!!!
Resort08794111386,,Dec 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the most amazing day lead by our even greater guide Misu who was so friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend this tour! The whole day was effortlessly run, we could just follow and have the time to take everything in. Lunch was also delicious in a small German town right in the town square with a local Christmas market outside. A good mix of nature, a small and a busy town.
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