--- title: "Group tour \"IL Classico - Saxony's Florence on the Elbe \"" url: "https://www.visitsaxony.com/package/group-tour-il-classico-saxonys-florence-on-the-elbe" description: "Do you already know Saxony's Elbflorenz?The Saxon Elbland with its Elbe metropolis reflects an impressive scene of world history - spectacular architecture, impressive art and unique landscapes...In the heart of Saxony, the Elbland combines culture and art with nature and enjoyment. History steeped in tradition can be found not only in the large Saxon state capital, but also in smaller, romantic towns along the Elbe. Dresden has been known as the \"Florence of the Elbe\" since the 19th century. In fact, the name Florence comes from the Italian city in Tuscany. Although not immediately obvious at first glance, there are parallels between Dresden and Florence. They are clearly similar in terms of their architectural image and artistic history.Join us on our 4-day trip through the beautiful Elbe Valley in Saxony and enjoy a treat for all the senses." language: "en" type: "Offer" image: "https://dam.destination.one/836848/f4baa07b1dc45dfca8d0a50d9a6a4f298c070174b2a26bc7972fbec712f9fdf5/.jpg" breadcrumb: "Root > Home > Special > Destination.Data Details > Package" --- Share Group tour "IL Classico - Saxony's Florence on the Elbe " ========================================================= Art and culture in the Saxon Elbland - Food - Group Offer/Family Offer - 4 bis 7 Tage - from €299.00 p.P. Evening skyline of Dresden with illuminated buildings and ships on the Elbe. DEU/Saxony/Dresden: (Copyright © Rainer Weisflog +49171/6254657) The Golden Horseman on Neustaedter Markt may not be the most artistically valuable monument in Dresden, but it is the most famous. It shows Augustus the Strong (Elector Frederick Augustus I of Saxony and at the same time King Augustus II of Poland) in the posture of a Caesar in Roman scale armor on a cuirassed horse - looking into the main street. The equestrian statue survived the night of the bombing in February 1945 and was stored in a rock cellar in Pillnitz. In 1956, after restoration with 200 g of gold leaf, this symbol of Dresden returned to Neustaedter Markt on the occasion of the city's 750th anniversary celebrations. In the background is the late baroque Dresden Frauenkirche, which has been resurrected from the ruins. It is the new tourist highlight in the Saxon metropolis, the monumental domed building towers over the city. (CREDIT/Copyright (c): Rainer Weisflog /Contact: E-Mail: Weisflog@d-foto.net ; Tel. +490355/824499; More photos at: www.d-foto.net;) Aerial view of the Elbe bridge Blaues Wunder in Dresden, surrounded by the city and green slopes. From 1838 to 1841, the master builder Gottfried Semper (18031879) erected a new royal court theater, which, however, fell victim to a fire on September 21, 1869.Gottfried Semper soon designed a second building, which was built on Theaterplatz from 1871 to 1878 under the direction of his eldest son Manfred Semper (18381913). The theater building has a magnificent interior. Above the portal is a bronze panther quadriga with Dionysus and Ariadne by Johannes Schilling. The west façade of the rear stage is adorned with the Saxon coat of arms, the figures of Love and Justice and a head by Gottfried Semper. Next to the entrance are sculptures of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe and Friedrich Schiller, and in the side niches of the façade are sculptures of William Shakespeare, Sophocles, Molière and Euripides.This second building fell victim to the air raid on Dresden during the night of terror on February 13, 1945.After the Second World War, 19461955 security work and conceptual studies 19681976 prepared the reconstruction.On June 24, 1977, the foundation stone was laid and reconstruction began under the direction of chief architect Wolfgang Hänsch. To mark the 40th anniversary of the destruction, the Semperoper was symbolically reopened on February 13, 1985 with Carl Maria von Weber's opera Der Freischuetz - the opera that had closed the opera house on August 31, 1944.Although it was already a state opera house, the opera was also given the official title of Saxon State Opera after the fall of the Berlin Wall. (Copyright © Sylvio Dittrich +49 1772156417)Meißen (Upper Sorbian Mino, Latin: Misena, from Germanic-Slavic: Misenaha - nhd. Meisenbach - a shortening of this name is still contained in the small stream Meisa) is the district town of the district of the same name in the Free State of Saxony, has just under 30,000 inhabitants and has the status of a large district town.The town of Meissen is internationally famous for the production of Meissen porcelain, the first porcelain in Europe since 1708. 25 km north-west of Dresden, approx. 100 km east of Leipzig and approx. 40 km north-east of Freiberg, Meissen lies at the end of the Elbe basin on the Elbe and its tributary, the Triebisch. Coswig and Radebeul lie to the east of Meißen. The lowest point of the town is the mean water level of the Elbe at 95 m above sea level. The Meissen highlands lie to the south of Meissen and the Lommatzscher Pflege to the north of the town. Aerial view of Königstein Fortress on a wooded hill surrounded by green countryside. White Meissen porcelain coffee cup with blue swords. Wackerbarth Castle in Radebeul with blossoming cherry trees and terraced vineyards. Moritzburg Castle in Saxony, surrounded by water and lush vegetation, harmonious architecture. Discover the Saxon Elbland with everything that goes with it! Do you already know Saxony's Elbflorenz? The Saxon Elbland with its Elbe metropolis reflects an impressive scene of world history - spectacular architecture, impressive art and unique landscapes... In the heart of Saxony, the Elbland combines culture and art with nature and enjoyment. History steeped in tradition can be found not only in the large Saxon state capital, but also in smaller, romantic towns along the Elbe. Dresden has been known as the "Florence of the Elbe" since the 19th century. In fact, the name Florence comes from the Italian city in Tuscany. Although not immediately obvious at first glance, there are parallels between Dresden and Florence. They are clearly similar in terms of their architectural image and artistic history. Join us on our 4-day trip through the beautiful Elbe Valley in Saxony and enjoy a treat for all the senses. Read more Dates ----- Good to know ------------ Categories - Food - Group Offer/Family Offer Catering - Bed and breakfast Price info **Further information** The prices apply for groups of 30 people or more, are intended as a guide and are usually valid all year round. All services are provided in German. The package is generally not suitable for people with reduced mobility. We will be happy to provide you with more detailed information. For German nationals, the current identity documents apply. All other persons please note the respective passport and visa deadlines. Your embassy will be happy to provide you with information on this. In our travel conditions you will find the cancellation policy. We recommend that you take out travel cancellation insurance. Read more Persons 30 People Read more Services #### **Look forward to:** - 3 x overnight stays incl. breakfast in Dresden - 1 x dinner at the hotel in Dresden - 1 x dinner at Wackerbarth Castle - Guided tour of Dresden Old Town - Admission and guided tour of the Meissen porcelain factory - Visit to the baroque Moritzburg Castle - Ticket for the narrow-gauge railroad from Moritzburg to Radebeul - Admission to Wackerbarth Castle with wine or sparkling wine tour - Admission and guided tour of Königstein Fortress - Admission to and guided tour of the Semper Opera House Read more Itinerary Day 1 - Arrival, city tour and dinner At the beginning of your trip, a city tour of Dresden awaits you, giving you the ideal opportunity to get to know the Elbe metropolis better. Afterwards, a tour guide will accompany you on a walk through the historic old town. During an outside tour, you will be shown famous sights such as the Dresden Zwinger, the Semper Opera House, the Catholic Court Church, the Royal Palace and the Procession of Princes. During the city tour you will visit the rebuilt Dresden Frauenkirche. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to explore Dresden's impressive and varied museum landscape on your own. The State Art Collections display a unique wealth of world-class works of art. The Porcelain Museum in the Zwinger is the world's largest museum of its kind. Raphael's Sistine Madonna adorns the Old Masters Picture Gallery and the "Green Vault" houses what is probably the most important treasure chamber in the world. The "Türckische Cammer" presents the most famous Ottoman collection in Germany. End the evening with a cozy dinner at the hotel. You can review the eventful day over a leisurely dinner at the hotel. Day 2 - Meissen and Moritzburg After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, your second day starts with a trip to Meissen, where you will visit the traditional Meissen porcelain factory. For more than 300 years, exclusive porcelain has been produced here, which stands for passion, uniqueness and eternity worldwide. A tour guide will show you the museum and show workshop In the porcelain manufacturer's show workshops, you will see how Meissen porcelain is painstakingly handcrafted step by step. After a short guided tour of Meissen, you will have the opportunity to discover the town on your own. In the afternoon, the route continues to the baroque Moritzburg Castle. A varied tour of the castle awaits you there. The representative hunting and pleasure palace of Augustus the Strong, built in 1542, houses precious porcelain, furniture and paintings that impressively reflect and bring to life the courtly living and dining culture of the 18th century. The tour focuses on the magnificent Baroque floor with its banqueting halls and an exclusive visit to the Historical Porcelain Quarter. You will then travel on the historic narrow-gauge railroad through the beautiful Elbe valley from Moritzburg to Radebeul. Here you will be greeted by Schloss Wackerbarth, Europe's first adventure winery and the oldest sparkling wine cellar in Saxony. Augustus the Strong had country estates and pleasure palaces built in the immediate vicinity of Dresden. Then as now, Schloss Wackerbarth exerted a dual attraction for connoisseurs and friends of the Mediterranean lifestyle. The romantic location in the middle of the Radebeul vineyards and the in-house production of excellent wines and sparkling wines offer you pleasure for all the senses. You can choose whether you would like to take part in a sparkling wine or wine tour. The crowning glory of today is dinner at the Schloss Wackerbarth restaurant. You will enjoy a Saxon-Mediterranean menu and good service in a pleasant ambience in the middle of the vineyards. Day 3 - Saxon Switzerland Day three of your trip takes you to Saxon Switzerland. The first excursion point is the Bastei, the most famous rock formation in Saxon Switzerland. The Bastei rock offers you a unique panorama with a view of the Elbe Sandstone Mountains. Königstein Fortress is the next highlight of today's trip. Take the elevator up to the historic fortress and enjoy the impressive Elbe landscape along the fortress walls. Once at the top, a place of historical legend awaits you. The fortress is one of the largest and most beautiful mountain fortresses in Europe. Many dukes and electors have come here with their treasures and entourages to protect themselves from imminent danger. On your guided tour, you will see the fountain house, the officers' mess, the Georgenhaus, the Catholic chapel and the Hunger Tower. A guided tour also gives you access to the 400-year-old deep cellars and underground casemates. The tour then takes you back to Dresden. In the evening, a typical Saxon dinner awaits you in the Pulverturm vaulted restaurant. The Powder Tower, built in 1565 in the middle of the Old Town, was part of Dresden's defensive fortifications and was used to safely store gunpowder. The still impressive, historical fragments of the Powder Tower provide an extraordinary setting for Saxon hospitality and therefore ideal conditions for a cozy end to the evening. You can experience history at first hand while you dine in electoral Saxon style. Day 4 - Dresden Save the best for last. Today you will visit Dresden's landmark, the internationally renowned Semper Opera House. Let yourself be overwhelmed by its unique ambience. The tour guide will accompany you through one of the most beautiful and culturally renowned opera houses in the world. Admire the magnificent architecture with its richly decorated rooms and discover the background to the magnificent acoustics in the artistically designed auditorium. Immerse yourself in the eventful history of this glamorous house before you start your journey home. Read more Contact person TMGS Tourismus Marketing Gesellschaft Sachsen mbHBuchungsservice Sachsen **Buchungsservice Sachsen** Bautzner Straße 45 - 47 01099 Dresden Organization Tourismus Marketing Gesellschaft Sachsen mbHBautzner Straße 45-47 01099 Dresden License (master data) Tourismus Marketing Gesellschaft Sachsen mbH Our recommendations ------------------- View on map - Museum/art collection - Museum/art collection - Other - Hotel - Hotel - Palace - Museum/art collection - Hotel, breakfast only - Museum/art collection - Museum/art collection Show more Contact **Tourismus Marketing Gesellschaft Sachsen mbH** Bautzner Straße 45-47 01099 Dresden