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Discover the essence of the former Kingdom of Saxony on a day trip from Berlin. Explore Dresden's iconic landmarks, visit the Meissen Porcelain Factory, and stroll through Meissen's historic center.

Highlights

• Discover the essence of the former Kingdom of Saxony on a guided tour
• Explore Dresden's iconic landmarks, including the Semper Opera House
• Visit the Meissen Porcelain Factory and learn about the manufacturing process
• Stroll through the historic center of Meissen and see the Albrechtsburg Castle
• Enjoy free time to explore Dresden and Meissen at your own pace

Description

Meet your guide in front of The Panorama “The Wall”, close to the famous Checkpoint Charlie in Berlin, and set off for Dresden. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided tour through the historic center, discovering some of Dresden’s most iconic monuments, such as the Semper Opera House, the Zwinger Palace, the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, and the impressive mosaic of the Procession of Princes (Fürstenzug). End your walk at the magnificent Frauenkirche, one of the city’s symbols. After the guided visit, have free time to enjoy lunch in a traditional Saxon restaurant, savor the regional cuisine, or continue exploring Dresden at your own pace. In the afternoon, continue to Meissen, the birthplace of the famous German porcelain. Begin your visit at the Meissen Porcelain Factory, where admission to the showroom and a presentation on the fascinating manufacturing process are included. See how the craftsmen create the masterpieces that have made this city world-famous. Next, stroll through the historic center of Meissen, with its medieval alleys and the hilltop where the Albrechtsburg Castle and the Meissen Cathedral stand, offering spectacular views over the Elbe Valley. After some free time in Meissen, start your return journey to Berlin, with a short technical stop in Dresden before continuing. The excursion will conclude back at your initial meeting point, in front of The Panorama “The Wall”.

Includes

Guided tour of Dresden's historic center Visit to Meissen Porcelain Factory Presentation on porcelain manufacturing process Free time in Dresden

Important Information

• Meeting point is in front of The Panorama 'The Wall' near Checkpoint Charlie in Berlin Note: The tour might be conducted bilingually, with commentary in both English and Spanish.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund