This trip left a very deep impression on me. Our tour guide, Timmy, was extremely enthusiastic and warm as he introduced the scenery along the way, always with a smile on his face. We all thoroughly enjoyed this trip. If given the chance, we would definitely join their tour group again.
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- Transport by modern air-conditioned van
- Small bottle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- WiFi on board
- Crafted snack package including energy bar and fruits
- All Fees and Taxes
- Expert guide: fluent English, CPR-certified, and licensed
- Hiking sticks and backpack
- Á la carte lunch with vegetarian and vegan meal options. One main course and one drink included.
Excludes
- Gratuities
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
We will pick you up at your accommodation anywhere in Prague between 7:45 a.m. to 8:15 a.m.
On your way to reach the national park you will pass the town of Decin with it's great castle standing high above the Elbe river on a rock cliff. Historical Decin town is also called "the gateway to the Bohemian Switzerland".
The tour will take you to the most iconic highlight of the Czech Switzerland NP - the Pravcicka Gate stone arch.
As a reward for your effort to reach Pravcicka Gate, this iconic landmark welcomes you shrouded in a blanket of snow reminiscent a wonderland. Reach amazing viewpoints, stroll around unique sandstone formations and take advantage of no crowds on this famous natural site during the winter season.
Next stop is a tasty á la carte lunch in a local restaurant "U Forta" located in the heart of the Bohemian Switzerland National Park, Czech Republic. You can have anything from the menu, one main course and one drink. Great vegetarian and vegan options are included. The restaurant is an excellent foodie choice and many travelers rate it better than some Prague restaurants. Local draft beer Cvikov is an excellent choice.
On your way to the Bastei bridge you will drive through local spa-town of Bad Schandau with it's historical square and may old timber houses. A truly local town typical to the area.
Now it's time to cross the border to the German side - the Saxon Switzerland National Park and walk towards Bastei, an iconic rock formation, medieval times fortress and a stone-bridge high above the river Elbe. An easy walk will take you to the main viewpoints overlooking the deepest canyon in the world - Elbe canyon with a backdrop of table mountains covered in snow. If you will be lucky, with good weather you can even catch some beautiful sunsets at the end of the day.
We typically arrive back to Prague between 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., depending on pace of the tour. We'll get you back safely to your Prague accommodation after a thrilling day full of nature's best scenery.
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Reviews
Nice views and chemistry between the group and guide.
Timmy was such a great guide. Thanks for a great experience
This was the perfect getaway from Prague with some breathtaking views and a great guide and some beautiful memories we will cherish. It’s definitely a workout but a very pleasurable one! Highly recommend Martin A as your tour guide who made it fun with his humor and insights and the tour itself !
The tour was great and kept a nice pace! Got to see a lot of cool stuff we wouldn’t have seen otherwise, and Pavla was a wonderful guide!
We had a great time with Ondrej. He was through when explaining everything we were seeing and also added in relevant history. We never felt rushed and he always offered to take pictures, which was very much appreciated! I also really enjoyed our lunch. Delicious!
Amazing experience. Petr our tour guide didn’t just guide us but was such a lovely guy and had so much knowledge on any question asked. Whole experience was way better than I thought it would have been. Highly recommend going 👍
Martin did an incredible job on this tour! We were picked up promptly at our hotel and the drive to the Pravcicka Gate felt short since Martin drove us by the beautiful Elba River and he told us so much about the Czech Republic's history. Probably learned as much about the country's history and culture from him as we did on both of our two walking tours this weekend combined. On the trails, Martin kept up a good pace and kept the group together, and brought us to two of the most beautiful and unique places in the area, the Pravcicka Gate and Bastei Bridge. We had time to take lots of photos at both sites and enjoy the gorgeous views. Also did some birdwatching and learned more about the animals in the area from Martin. Everything was taken care of ahead of time, and the tour even included a great lunch between stops. Overall, a great experience I would definitely recommend!
Amazing trip . Highly recommend. Don't miss this . Stunning views at both stops. Our guide Tomas was super informative , and fun . Our food stop was not too long and the choice and quality was excellent.
Tomas was amazing, and the group size was perfect!
It was absolutely fantastic, our day was amazing, despite the weather it was great, our guide Martin explained everything well, was incredibly kind, attentive, and friendly! It was the best day of our trip. Thank you, and it was absolutely magnificent.
I can't recommend this tour enough! We had an excellent day out with fellow travellers and our tour guide, Lenka, who was so friendly, helpful and knowledgeable that she made it the perfect day. We were very lucky to have sunshine and snow on the ground, which was magical, as if we had arrived in Narnia itself! The lunch was also excellent, as were the mulled wine/tea and snacks provided. It was also so convenient to be picked up and dropped off at our hotel. We loved it and highly recommend it!
We booked this tour through Viator. Our guide, Martin was absolutely amazing! It was one of the best adventures we’ve been on. Northern Hikes is the best! Wish I could give them more stars. We were picked up promptly at our hotel, given a lovely snack bag, driven to the sites, and provided plenty of time to take pics and enjoy the stunning views! Highly recommend!
We absolutely loved this tour! We went in February and was hoping for a magical snow experience. Unfortunately there was very little snow but we still had a totally amazing and unforgettable time. Our guide Marek was brilliant, very knowledgable, extremely friendly and guided us every step of the way. The lunch we had was delicious and the fact that we were able to choose for ourselves from the menu means there really is an option to suit everyone. My wife and myself would 110% recommend northern hikes and if we visit the beautiful city of Prague again we will definitely be booking another tour. Northern Hikes are the best of the best and are fully worthy of that reward title from trip advisor.
We had a amazing experience tomas is a brilliant tour guide highly recommend , a beautiful winter experience it was magical . And the lunch was delicious 😋
Absolutely loved the tour! The guide Michal picked us up from the hotel and came PREPARED - with the snack packs, anti ice gear, spare hats and mulled wine! The views and experiences were stunning, we were moving at a comfortable pace, definitely worth it for the money!
Tomas was a wonderful guide, we saw many beautiful sites. He took great care that we all traversed safely through the snow and ice, and offered insightful notes about what we were looking at. We will never forget the stunning views we saw! Definitely worth it if you are a nature lover
An amazing day out. Petr was a very interesting and knowledgeable tour guide. He kept a nice pace and answered any questions. We were very lucky as quiet trail and a lot of snow which we were told was unusual so definitely lucky. Would highly recommend 👌
Honestly I god a lot more out of this trip than I thought I would. Guide was interesting and interested. Very friendly people. Happened to have perfect winter weather and an overall great experience. The included meal was also delicious and filling. And the bonus breakfast bag and hot tea and mulled wine were a great touch.
Definitely worth the price we paid. Had a rest nice time and the walks were beautiful. Tomas was also a really good tour guide; he was helpful, informative and generally really nice. We had a great time
Great guide (Tomas) and wonderful experience. Perfect for our group. The provider does those extra things which separate excellent from ok eg: mulled wine and fresh baked goods for snacks. Meal was perfect and we couldn’t have asked for more.
Today’s hike was a truly magical experience, perfectly blending adventure with festive cheer. Our guide, Michael, was fantastic—he kept us moving at a comfortable pace that never felt rushed, ensuring we reached the Bastei Bridge at the exact moment to catch a breathtaking sunset. Topping off the stunning views with warm mulled wine and Christmas cookies made for an unforgettable day.
Marek the guide was super friendly and knowledgeable. Small group made being a solo traveller that little bit easier. Route and pace were so easy to follow but still plenty of time for pictures. Couldn’t recommend this enough. Atmosphere all day was really high spirits and luckily we got some good weather!
We walked ~10 km and had a nice lunch. We were lucky for the weather. Thanks to our guide Marek for the amazing day with wonderful views !
This was arguably one of the best tours of our entire trip - and we did about eight tours. It is a long day, but a great day. Two hikes - first one moderate difficulty (at least in winter) and the second was light - may not even consider it a hike. We went to two national parks - one totally in Czechia, the other across the border in Germany. In betweem we had a fantastic lunch at a local spot in the sandstone mountains. Marek was our guide and he was fantastic - making sure everyone was okay, providing spikes for boots if needed, and being a great photographer! Highly recommend!
I really liked this trip. I recommend. I would go again during summer season, to try another route. Giving that was during the winter months, the hike wasn’t difficult, the stops were enough, the food was nice. We also had a pleasant guide lady, so as the rest of the group participants.
excellent excursion , well organised and great host (tomas ) he is a real credit to northern hikes. i would definitely recommend to my friends and when i return i will be using them again !
What a magical hike with knowledge and so nice guide Kate! We had such a lovely day with ample stops and a wonderful and delicious lunch!
The tour guide was very nice and knowledgeable about the trip, it was a very nice place with great views would definitely recommend to anyone who likes the outdoors.
Our guide Thomas was great!! A beautiful place to relax and recharge. The air was crisp and fresh. In winter am sure its a beautiful place too
Great tour. Our guide Martin was super knowledgeable about the whole area covered. The hike was enjoyable this time of year. Would do again in a heartbeat.
This trip was an incredibly rewarding experience. The landscape was nothing short of spectacular, steeped in rich history and natural beauty. We began early under cloudy skies, but the sun eventually broke through, making the day even more memorable. Tony was an exceptional guide, knowledgeable, friendly, and attentive. I’d highly recommend this tour to anyone seeking a meaningful adventure.
Martin was a great guide. He made the trip very comfortable and provided us with information about the places we visited, as well as others along the way. He didn’t rush us and made sure everyone was doing alright.
Martin was a fantastic guide. He did everything to accommodate us along the way including bringing hot muled wine on our boat tour through the Kamenice river gorge. He was extremely knowledgeable about local facts and gave incredible recommendations at the lunch spot we stopped at. Would recommend this tour to anyone that enjoys incredible views, good company, and food!
I visited Prague for a business trip, but wanted to do some exploring while I was here. So glad that I booked this hike. They paired me with another girl who was coming solo and we had a great time. Marek was our guide and he was extremely knowledgeable. Not just about the history of the area, but also precisely where to go for the best pictures. We had plenty of time to wander around and explore whatever we wanted to see, but he also made sure that we got to the most Instagram worthy shots and he was a great photographer and took as many pictures of us as we wanted. Lunch was amazing. Honestly, the best meal that I ate the whole time I was in Prague. Northern Hikes was great from start to finish, they were very communicative and messaged me on WhatsApp with all the information I needed before the hike. The. throughout the hike Merek was great about giving us details on what would come ahead, especially where the next bathroom was, how long the next drive would be, etc. I strongly recommend booking with Northern Hikes.
It's a great activity to enjoy outside the city if you have extra time and like outdoor activities. The locations are beautiful, and Michal was charming and amazing!
Amazing trip with beautiful views. Our guide, Tomas was very knowledgeable and a lot of fun. Lunch was fantastic! Air conditioned van was very comfortable, maximum 7 people plus guide. Would definitely recommend Northern Hikes!
This tour was so worth it! The views are breathtaking, our tour guide was knowledgeable and very nice. We had an amazing day, can’t recommend it enough.
Tour of northern parks of the Czeck Republic, moderate intensity hikes, the stunning views are definitely worth the effort. Petr was very kind to us and knowledgeable of every aspect of the tour, he even gave a little gift for my girlfriend to celebrate the international women day. Lunch was very good and he suggested real czeck dishes for us to try. Definitely worth it if you have an extra day and want to see the country outside Prague (you need your document since one park is located in south Germany and there could be border patrols). consigliato!
Lovely hike with great views. Both destinations were stunning. Tasty lunch. Marek, our guide was excellent and so helpful. Highly recommend 👌
The company provided regular and detailed updates regarding the time of the trip, the gear needed, and the weather. The guide, Petr, was punctual, friendly, knowledgeable, and a genuine pleasure to be around. The hikes were beautiful, and not very strenuous (I'd say low-end of 'moderate' hiking). Cannot recommend this trip enough!
I had a fantastic day out with Tomas and a fun group of new friends! Everything was smooth and easy, from the pickup at my hotel, to each activity and lunch. Tomas made sure we were all taken care of and knew the gameplan as we went. Visiting these sites in the winter was beautiful and uncrowded and we could take out time at each spot. Highly recommended to get a look outside of the city.
We chose this course for my dad, who loves hiking and nature, and it turned out to be an unforgettable experience for our family of four! We fell completely in love with the charm of the winter mountains and were left speechless by the incredible beauty of nature. Since it was winter, there was snow, but they provided everything we needed, from crampons to trekking poles. They also made sure we knew where to find restrooms along the way, and the lunch provided was absolutely amazing! Our guide was Petr, and you could really tell he loves nature and mountains—it made his explanations and guidance so much more special. He was incredibly thoughtful, keeping our walking pace in mind, and he was kind and attentive throughout. I can’t recommend him enough! Thanks to him, the trip was even more enjoyable. The car ride was super comfortable, and the driver(guide Petr) was safe and reliable. From the moment we got in the car until we got out, we didn’t have to spend a single extra penny! If you’re tired of the same old tourist spots, want to experience the grandeur of nature, discover a different side of the Czech, or even if you’re not sure what you want to do—this is for you. Highly, highly recommend it to everyone! 등산과 자연을 좋아하시는 아버지를 위해 선택한 코스였는데 4인 가족 모두 정말 행복한 시간이었어요! 겨울 산의 매력에 푹 빠졌고, 말도 안되는 자연에 감탄하는 시간이었습니다. 겨울이어서 눈이 있었는데 아이젠부터 스틱까지 준비해주시고, 화장실도 편히 다녀올 수 있게 코스마다 안내주시고, 점심식사도 진짜 끝내줬어요! 저흰 petr (뻬뜨르) 가이드와 다녀왔는데, 정말 자연과 산을 사랑하는 사람의 가이드와 설명은 다르더라구요! 저희 가족 걷는 속도를 배려해서 신경써주고, 친절하고 섬세해요. 완전 강추!!!!!! 가이드 덕분에 여행이 더 즐거웠어요. 차도 몹시 편안, 운전도 안전운전 + 편안! 와이파이 완비! 차에 타서 내릴때까지 사비 한푼도 안 씀! 거기서 거기인 관광지에 지쳤다면, 웅장한 자연을 느끼고 싶다면, 색다른 체코를 알고 싶다면, 뭘 하고 싶은지 모른다면, 그냥 모두에게 완전 강추합니다!!!
Marek was an amazing tour guide. His knowledge of the history of the monuments, the national parks, and the Czech Republic was truly amazing to hear. He was also very ready for any weather, including the ice, helping us put spikes on our sneakers and making sure we crossed safely at every point. The tour itself is done very well, from seamless pick-up in a nice large vehicle to hiking to a delicious lunch and finally back home eventually. It was truly the experience of a lifetime and Marek made it excellent! I would highly recommend this tour to families, couples, and solo travelers who love nature. The hikes are very doable and Marek had tons of patience with us. We would do another tour from this company again. Thank you, Marek!
From the moment I contacted Northern Hiles they were fantastic. I have a disability with some small limitations and when I explained my situation they took the time to understand and advise. They could not have been more accomodating through the whole booking process….Zuzana you are a star. Our guide for the day was Marek, awesome guy, very friendly, knowledgeable and funny. He was clearly briefed on my disability and was very accomodating without making me feel self-conscious. As for the hike….wow…. We had light to moderate snow all day which made it even more magical. The walk up to the sandstone arch is uphill but very manageable for anyone with hiking or bushwalking experience and a moderate fitness level. We then visited Bastei bridge which is spectacular. We started the day with a snack pack of fruit and water which was nice but the lunch between the two destinations was wonderful. Both locations are well worth the effort and Northern Hikes made the experience so awesome I can’t recommend them highly enough!!
We had a great trip today! The coordination for pick up was easy. The weather was a little cold but the views made up for it. It was a great way to get away from the crowds and see another side of the Czech Republic
It was a beautiful day filled with hiking and taking in the views. Tomas made our trip amazing and took the time to walk and talk with me when I was lagging a bit behind the group. I can’t recommend this day trip more, it was wonderful!
Pavla was very friendly and polite throughout the tour. it was very interesting and beautiful experience to see up close. I highly recommend doing the excursion at night, as it brings an even more special energy. Pavla, thank you so much for your time and patience. Wish you the best!
One of the best experiences since coming to Prague, thank you so much for a perfect day. It's like a dream come true for NARNIANS!!!
Everything was great! The staff are really nice and they took care of the groups needs and the trip itinerary in an awesome way! 100-% recomended
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