Special tour: 300 years of European porcelain

City break to Dresden from 139.00 €

bookable in the period from 08 May to 29 August 2010

Lovers of exquisite artistic treasures, music of the highest calibre and fascinating landscapes are well catered for Dresden. The over 800-year-old capital of Saxony, is amongst the cream of Europe's cultural capitals. An abundance of architectural monuments, top-class museums and world-renowned cultural institutions represent treasures which promise those who discover them both a real treat and many surprises. You will explore the historical old town of Dresden with the Zwinger, the Semper Opera house, the Royal Castle and the Church of Our Lady (Frauenkirche) on a guided walking tour.

Porcelain, swan porcelain set, porcelain collection Dresden    Catholic Court Church Dresden

In 2010 there is a very special highlight: Exactly 300 years ago, in 1710, Europe's first porcelain manufatory was founded in Meissen, after Böttger had discoverd the secret of the "White gold" in Dresden. The Porcelain Collection of the Dresden State Art Collcetion uses this as an occasion to create the special exhibition "Triumph of the Blue Swords. Meißen Porcelain for Aristocracy and Bourgeoisie from 1710 to 1815." at the Japanese Palace (Japanisches Palais) in Dresden.


The package includes:
- 2 overnight stays incl. breakfast in a centrally located hotel in Dresden
- Travel documents incl. city map of Dresden
- Welcome drink at the hotel
- Ticket for a walking tour of Dresden with an experienced local guide
- Admission to the special exhibition "Triumph of the Blue Swords" at Japanese Palace
- 24-h-AugustusTours-telephone-service
- Insurance certificate


Prices per person (incl. VAT):

Season A: July & August 2010; Season B: May & June 2010

Ibis Hotels Dresden**+:
in a double/twin room: A/B: 139 €
single room supplement: A/B: 54 €

Extra night:
A/B: 49 € in a double/twin room, 73 € in a single room

Pullmann Hotel Dresden Newa****:
in a double/twin room: A: 179 €  B: 189 €
single room supplement: A/B: 64 €

Extra night:
Special: 3=2! No supplement for the 3rd night (included in the package price).
From 4th night:
A: 64 € in a double/twin room, 94 € in a single room
B: 69 € in a double/twin room, 99 € in a single room


Child reduction: 
Children until an age of 11 years are free of charge for the overnight stay in the rooms of the parents. Additional costs for breakfast and programme on request.

Additional services: 
Admission to the Meissen Porcelain Manufactory: 8.50 € per person.


Booking conditions:
The offer is valid from 8 May 2010 to 29 August 2010, subject to availability.
Our General Terms and Conditions are valid.


AugustusTours-Tip:

Of course you can also combine our city breaks to Dresden and Berlin and book both tours together!

More information about Dresden and a selection of hightlights and events you can find here.


Here you can request your desired date for your city break to Dresden.

Or you can contact us under 0049 351 563 48 0.


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£89 for the return flight

 

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