Dresden, Germany

Panoramic Dresden

See Germany’s Remarkably Restored Gem Up Close Witness the baroque beauty of Dresden by motor coach and by foot after 50 years of restoration. Begin with a panoramic drive to the Neustadt district on the bank of the Elbe to admire beautiful 19th-century residences and cultural institutions. Then, visit the Grünes Gewölbe, the Green Vault museum that houses what many claim is the largest collection of treasures in the world, including priceless jewels and emeralds. Afterward, take a stroll among splendid architectural wonders. Marvel at the magnificent Semper Opera House, with its several graceful stories, and see the spectacular Zwinger Palace, a rococo-style complex that was once an exhibition court for royalty. Today, it houses several museums. Note: On Tuesdays, the Green Vault museum is closed; you will instead visit Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister (Old Masters Picture Gallery) to view magnificent masterpieces of Raphael, Vermeer, Rubens, Rembrandt and others. * Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.