Terezin, Bastei & Narnia: Bohemian Switzerland Tour from Prague
Description
Discover the complex history and wild beauty of Bohemia on a full-day tour from Prague. Leave the city behind and pay tribute to victims of WWII with a reflective stop at Terezín Concentration Camp. Continue on to the forests and ancient rock formations of Bohemian Switzerland National Park. Taste Czech cuisine—and beer—along the way, and see where scenes from “Narnia” were filmed. Winter-season tours include time in festive Dresden. An all-inclusive coffee and artisanal cakes stop at a unique café in a beautiful churchtown of Litoměřice is part of this small-group tour designed and exclusively run by a local: Peter Hainz. Don't miss the best experience of Bohemia!
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Itinerary
You will be picked up by our modern minivan with AC anywhere in Prague. Don't forget to message us the address of your accommodation. Already while driving through the capital, you will hear many fascinating stories related to Bohemian ancient, medieval and modern history and culture.
When passing the site, you will hear in great detail how the main architect of the Final Solution to the Jewish Question was assassinated by the brave Czechoslovak paratroops.
Our visit of the Terezin concentration camp lasts about 2hrs, during which an acredited tour guide will lead you through the spine-chilling site. You will see both the Gestapo prison as well as the Terezin Ghetto.
An all-inclusive coffee and desert visit of the most beautiful regional café will lighten up your mood after the camp excursion. The medieval royal town of Litoměřice hosted José Rizal, the national hero of the Philippines, because his friend, prof. Blumenttrit, lived there. Rizal memorials can be optionally visited.
Our tour continues to the National Park of Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland where the rest of the day is spent at two of the most popular sites: Narnia Labyrinth of Tisá and the Bastei bridge of Saxony. Inbetween the two excursions, you will enjyou some of the best gastronomy Bohemia has to offer.
Enjoy an easy-going walk through a sandstone labyrinth where the first Narnia was largely filmed. It is romantic, outdoorsy, refreshing, relaxing and beautiful all at the same time!
After having lunch in the region's top-rated restaurant which majority of our travellers evaluate as the best meal of their vacation, enjoy the scenic highlight of the tour - the Bastei bridge. This site is only visited February - October due to day light and safety reasons!
Our Winter edition of the tour (November-January) includes an excursion of the city of Dresden. Marvel at the amazing architecture either spared from the bombings of WWII or restored in the recent past. This visit is especially enjoyable during the Advent (December) due to the magical atmosphere of the unique Christmas markets the city is famous for.
Return back to Prague full of amazing, unforgettable memories at approximatelly 7-8 P.M. Sharing this uniques experience in a small-group setting typically leads to development of great friendships. Of course, the drop-off is either at your hotel or any address of your desire within Prague.
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All Prague hotels, vacation rentals, Airbnb (please, provide your address).
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Reviews(489)
The tour is well planned and the food stops are excellent. I really enjoyed the balance of history and nature. Peter was kind, welcoming, and very knowledgeable.
Petr was an amazing guide for the Anglo Saxon Switzerland tour. He was extremely knowledgeable. It was a great experience from pick-up to drop off.
Petr was an exceptional guide with an abundance of detailed knowledge. We throughly enjoyed a powerful visit to the concentration camp in the morning, a delicious dessert and beverage stop, walk through Bohemian Switzerland’s Narnia, a large gourmet lunch with drinks, and breathtaking views of Bastei Bridge and park. It was a long day, but Petr had such vast knowledge and a fun spirit that our kids in college and high school enjoyed the day just as much as my husband and I did. Heed his advice to wear sneakers or appropriate shoes. He was very accommodating of our needs including food allergies, picture stops, questions, and tour timing. He was a safe driver with a comfortable and clean van.
Pete picked us up at our hotel door early that morning and took us on amazing journey through some beautiful parts of Czechoslovakia and Germany. The ride was very comfortable. The food was amazing! Pete has a wealth of knowledge of history and is able to share many stories about this area. My daughter and I had a wonderful day and we learned so much. At the end of the day, he dropped us off back at our hotel. It was worth every penny!
This excursion was very good..The guide was very professional and very attentive. And attentive. I had a very beautiful day
Petr was a knowledgeable and informative guide who offered incredible information about the rich history of each sir. Highly recommended!
Peter is THE BEST guide! Our small group had a truly magical day - he is deeply knowledgeable about the areas we visited, funny, and extremely engaging! Terezin was somber and educational, and the two hikes weren't challenging or taxing and absolutely gorgeous. We stopped at a terrific cafe in the morning and had a delicious late lunch - I unequivocally recommend this trip!
Thank you for this awesome review, Nicole! I am glad my idea of combining the best of Bohemian History, Culture, Nature and Gastronomy worked for you! Come back for more anytime! Pete Hainz, creator and guide of Terezin & Bohemian Switzerland tour from Prague: Bastei, Narnia & Cafe
Peter has studied the local facts and history of all the places we visited. The coffee shop and meal were top notch! Highly recommend this tour.
Thank you Mark, it was a pleasure and honor to be your guide of North Bohemia, my home region. Warm regards, Pete Hainz, creator and guide of Terezin & Bohemian Switzerland tour from Prague: Bastei, Narnia & Cafe
Amazing experience! The tour was very well organized, and our guide was kind, patient, and shared a lot of interesting information throughout the day. Terezín was a very emotional place to visit, and Bohemian Switzerland was even more beautiful than I expected. The views were incredible, and the whole day felt well balanced. I also enjoyed the lunch stop and the small details that made the trip comfortable. Definitely worth it if you’re visiting Prague. Highly recommended!
Thank you for the feedback! The best reward is to know your visit of northern Bohemia (my home region) was memorable and enjoyable. Come back for more! Pete Hainz, creator and guide of Terezin & Bohemian Switzerland tour from Prague: Bastei, Narnia & Cafe
You have to do this day tour! Pete was amazing and picked us up right on schedule. We didn’t feel rushed for any portion of the trip and Pete was very knowledgeable about all of the areas we went to visit. It is really helpful having a local guide. The coffee and cakes shop was AMAZING and you will have many options to choose from. The lunch was also wonderful with the option of traditional food. The marina filling site was gorgeous and not hard of a hike at all and you have to see the bridge - it is so beautiful in person. Thank you , Pete!
Thank you for this awesome review! I am beyond happy to hear you enjoyed our fancy lunch location as well as the café. The Bastei bridge of Saxon Switzerland National Park is a real must, right? The Narnia labyrinth, too, is one of a kind gorgeous. Obviously, the Terezin camp is an important visit from a completely different point of view. I hope you found it worth it and valuable. Come and visit us in Bohemia again, Pete Hainz, creator and guide of Terezin & Bohemian Switzerland tour from Prague: Bastei, Narnia & Cafe
