Top Shore Excursions for your MS Sans Souci 4 Night Meissen & Bad Schandau Cruise
Wednesday, December 16, 2026
Thursday, December 17, 2026 • 8:00 AM – 8:00 AM
24 hours in Dresden (approx.) • Safe window for excursions: 8:30 AM – 7:00 AM
Thursday, December 17, 2026 • Arrives 12:00 PM
15 total hours 30 min in Meissen (approx.) • Safe window for excursions: from 12:30 PM
Friday, December 18, 2026 • Departs 3:30 AM
15 total hours 30 min in Meissen (approx.) • Safe window for excursions: until 2:30 AM
Saturday, December 19, 2026 • 4:00 PM – 4:00 PM
24 hours in Dresden (approx.) • Safe window for excursions: 4:30 PM – 3:00 PM

Discover Dresden’s rich history and hidden stories on a 2-hour walking tour with Dr Fraser Macdonald, PhD. Explore iconic sites such as the Frauenkirche, Residenzschloss, …More
Discover Dresden’s rich history and hidden stories on a 2-hour walking tour with Dr Fraser Macdonald, PhD. Explore iconic sites such as the Frauenkirche, Residenzschloss,...
$68

MEISSEN, Europe’s first porcelain manufactory with the first registered trademark, has a wealth of patterns stretching back more than 300 years to draw upon when …More
Meissen Porcelain Manufactory Ticket
MEISSEN, Europe’s first porcelain manufactory with the first registered trademark, has a wealth of patterns stretching back more than 300 years to draw upon when...
$25

Feb. to Dec. │ Mon / Wed / Fri / Sat │Up to 16 years free ✔ Spoken live and pictorially, with head cinema on …More
Feb. to Dec. │ Mon / Wed / Fri / Sat │Up to 16 years free ✔ Spoken live and pictorially, with head cinema on...
$16

Meetingpoint: In the Old Town Duration: 2h Maximum 25 participants per Guide You will learn about: • the fascinating history and stunning architecture of this old …More
Meetingpoint: In the Old Town Duration: 2h Maximum 25 participants per Guide You will learn about: • the fascinating history and stunning architecture of this old...
$265

Enjoy a 1h15minute self-drive tour through Dresden in the official car of the DDR (GDR) with a live guide. Squeeze yourself behind the wheel of a …More
Enjoy a 1h15minute self-drive tour through Dresden in the official car of the DDR (GDR) with a live guide. Squeeze yourself behind the wheel of a...
$94

See Dresden with our team of licensed guides. We are passionate about Dresden and committed to delivering informative and engaging tours. Find out about Dresden's …More
See Dresden with our team of licensed guides. We are passionate about Dresden and committed to delivering informative and engaging tours. Find out about Dresden's...
$253

Discover Dresden at dusk and admire the impressive sights in the illuminating evening light. Enjoy a classic night watchman tour and look forward to spooky …More
Discover Dresden at dusk and admire the impressive sights in the illuminating evening light. Enjoy a classic night watchman tour and look forward to spooky...
$18

Here we are at home. This is our home and farm quarters. We know every stone here and show you the Dresden lifestyle. …More
Here we are at home. This is our home and farm quarters. We know every stone here and show you the Dresden lifestyle....
$160

Our Segway tours are all owner-managed to ensure a high quality of leadership. We have stops at the various highlights and get off the Segways. …More
Our Segway tours are all owner-managed to ensure a high quality of leadership. We have stops at the various highlights and get off the Segways....
$91

Dresden's only city tour with the possibility of a -u at 22 stops. get out. Day tickets or multi-day tickets can be booked. …More
Dresden's only city tour with the possibility of a -u at 22 stops. get out. Day tickets or multi-day tickets can be booked....
$29

Experience a sightseeing tour of a different kind with a ConferenceBike and discover the sights of Dresden. Marvel at the Neumarkt, the Kulturpalast, the Altmarkt, …More
Sightseeing tour by ConferenceBike
Experience a sightseeing tour of a different kind with a ConferenceBike and discover the sights of Dresden. Marvel at the Neumarkt, the Kulturpalast, the Altmarkt,...
$33

Third Reich Tour in Dresden provides an insight to how the Nazis came to power and sustained it to the bitter end against the backdrop …More
Third Reich Tour in Dresden provides an insight to how the Nazis came to power and sustained it to the bitter end against the backdrop...
$258

When the Cold War was over in 1989 Dresden city was totally changed and it became one of the best cities to visit for the …More
When the Cold War was over in 1989 Dresden city was totally changed and it became one of the best cities to visit for the...
$1,334

We are offering to your attention to the tour off the beaten track - visit Meissen – the city of history, wine, porcelain and music, …More
We are offering to your attention to the tour off the beaten track - visit Meissen – the city of history, wine, porcelain and music,...
$1,734

Leave the logistics to us—your only task is to enjoy the scenery. We provide a seamless, all-inclusive journey to the best of both the Czech …More
Leave the logistics to us—your only task is to enjoy the scenery. We provide a seamless, all-inclusive journey to the best of both the Czech...
$173

This easy hiking tour offers a rare opportunity to explore the untouched beauty of the Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland National parks. Imagine standing atop the …More
This easy hiking tour offers a rare opportunity to explore the untouched beauty of the Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland National parks. Imagine standing atop the...
$114

Our professional team always consists of a friendly and experienced driver with a modern air-conditioned minivan and a knowledgeable guide with a sense of humor …More
Our professional team always consists of a friendly and experienced driver with a modern air-conditioned minivan and a knowledgeable guide with a sense of humor...
$170

Escape the city and dive into a fairytale landscape on this full-day adventure to Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland National Parks. Walk across the dramatic Bastei …More
Escape the city and dive into a fairytale landscape on this full-day adventure to Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland National Parks. Walk across the dramatic Bastei...
$114

Experience the best of the Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland National Parks without having to worry about transportation on a full-day small-group tour. Travel to the …More
Experience the best of the Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland National Parks without having to worry about transportation on a full-day small-group tour. Travel to the...
$170

Unveiled Secrets of Saxon & Bohemian Switzerland (All-Inclusive Day Trip!) Experience the breathtaking beauty of Bohemian & Saxon Switzerland National Parks with ease on this …More
Unveiled Secrets of Saxon & Bohemian Switzerland (All-Inclusive Day Trip!) Experience the breathtaking beauty of Bohemian & Saxon Switzerland National Parks with ease on this...
$114

Feb. to Dec. │ Mon / Wed / Fri / Sat │ 10:30 a.m. - approx. 2:45 p.m. (1 hour break incl.) InklPrice including admission …More
Feb. to Dec. │ Mon / Wed / Fri / Sat │ 10:30 a.m. - approx. 2:45 p.m. (1 hour break incl.) InklPrice including admission...
$31

February to December │ Mon / Wed / Fri / Sat │1:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. │ Price including admission .Up to 16 years free …More
February to December │ Mon / Wed / Fri / Sat │1:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. │ Price including admission .Up to 16 years free...
$35

Experience the best of the Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland National Parks without having to worry about transportation on a full-day small-group tour. Travel to the …More
Experience the best of the Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland National Parks without having to worry about transportation on a full-day small-group tour. Travel to the...
$170

Feb. to Dec. / Mon / Wed / Fri / Sat │ 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. (incl. 1 hour break) │ Price including admission …More
Feb. to Dec. / Mon / Wed / Fri / Sat │ 10:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. (incl. 1 hour break) │ Price including admission...
$48

Feb. to Dec. │ Mon / Wed / Fri / Sat │1:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. (incl. 15 min break) │ Price including admission │Up …More
Feb. to Dec. │ Mon / Wed / Fri / Sat │1:30 p.m. - 4 p.m. (incl. 15 min break) │ Price including admission │Up...
$40
Sunday, December 20, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
MS Sans Souci is in Dresden on Thursday, December 17, 2026, from 8:00 am to 8:00 am and on Saturday, December 19, 2026, from 4:00 pm to 4:00 pm. If the cruise line changes those hours, we’ll move your tour to a time that fits or refund it in full, except on bookings marked All Sales Final.
MS Sans Souci sails from Dresden at 8:00 am on Thursday, December 17 and 4:00 pm on Saturday, December 19. Pick a tour that ends by 6:00 am on Thursday, December 17 and 2:00 pm on Saturday, December 19: that gives you at least an hour before all-aboard, and Guaranteed Return to Ship has you covered. Each tour page shows how long the tour lasts.
You often pay less than for a similar tour through the ship, and you choose from every tour in port instead of the ship’s shortlist. You keep the same peace of mind: Guaranteed Return to Ship, free cancellation on most tours and help 24/7.
Yes. Groups can book online, up to each tour’s limit. For groups of 10 or more, call us and our group bookings team will help. Each tour page lists its age limits, child prices and accessibility details. If you need to check something specific, call us before you book.
Yes. Shore excursions earn rewards like every booking you make directly with Cool Shore Excursions, and you can spend them on your next trip. See how rewards work.
Book a tour that ends at least an hour before all-aboard. If a delay on that tour ever makes you miss your ship, Cool Shore Excursions pays to get you to the ship’s next port of call, including a hotel if you need one.
Pick a tour that ends at least an hour before all-aboard (all-aboard is usually 30 to 60 minutes before your ship sails). Your cruise page shows the hours your ship is in Dresden, and each tour page shows how long the tour lasts. Booking two tours on the same day? Leave at least an hour between them. Book this way and our Guaranteed Return to Ship has you covered.
Change your tour yourself under Bookings in your account, or call us any time. We’ll move you to a time that fits your new hours, and if none does, you get a full refund, except on bookings marked All Sales Final.
If your cruise line cancels the stop in Dresden, for weather or a change of itinerary, you get a full refund with no fees or, if you prefer, the same amount toward an excursion at another port of call. Bookings marked All Sales Final are not refunded.
Most tours start within walking distance of the cruise piers. The exact meeting point is in your booking confirmation.
Your cruise card and a photo ID: you need both to get back on board. Bring your booking confirmation (on your phone is fine), comfortable shoes, sunscreen, a hat and a little cash for tips.
Call us any time, day or night: our number is in your confirmation email. Your confirmation also has a local contact number for your tour. To check, change or cancel your booking yourself, go to Bookings in your account.
Most shore excursions can be canceled free up to 24 hours before they start (Dresden time). A few tours have a different policy, and each tour page shows its own. Cancel under Bookings in your account, or call us. If your ship skips Dresden, you get a full refund, except on bookings marked All Sales Final.
If your tour is canceled because of the weather, we’ll offer you another time that day that still fits your ship. If there isn’t one, you get a full refund or, if you prefer, the same amount toward an excursion at another port of call. Bookings marked All Sales Final are not refunded.
Yes, and it’s free. Change the date or time yourself under Bookings in your account up to 24 hours before the tour, subject to availability, or call us and we’ll do it for you.
Yes, Cool Shore Excursions is a legit business. We are a registered travel and excursion booking platform based in Florida, serving customers worldwide. We hold active licenses with the Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services and maintain strong customer ratings across major review platforms.
On Trustpilot, we maintain a high rating, with users frequently praising our guides’ professionalism, the quality of our local tours, and our customer support. We are officially registered with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) as a professionally licensed travel agency with an A+ rating. In addition to stellar Trustpilot & BBB ratings, we feature tour reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Viator and TripAdvisor
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