Dordogne and Sarlat Multisport - 4 Nights
This multi-activity trip combines cycling and hiking around Sarlat. Get the best of the Dordogne, with an adventurous experience as well!
The tour starts in Bergerac where you can get acquainted with the local cuisine and delicacies before starting your cycling trip. Cycle on to Tremolat and then les Eyzies, where you will not only visit prehistoric caves but also canoe along the Dordogne river. Your next stop is Sarlat, a charming medieval town, and from here you will explore the Dordogne Valley : cycling through some of the most beautiful villages of France, visiting caves and troglodyte houses.
Sarlat and its region has everything to make this active trip an unforgettable one!
If you wish to visit prehistoric caves during your stay, remember to book your entrance tickets in advance. The caves are protected sites and the number of visitors is very limited. Our team is available to help you book.
BIKE INCLUDED
Region : Dordogne
Duration : 5 Days / 4 Nights
Level :
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Type : On the way
Category : Bike
Trip : Self-guided
Activity : Hybrid Multisport
Dates : Starts any day
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Day 1 : Arrive in Bergerac
Arrive Bergerac - a large town with good rail access and services. This is your gateway into the famous Black Perigord. The historic city is very picturesque, with many sites to visit such as the Maison des Vins to discover local wines.
Orientation and bike delivery at your hotel in the evening. Dinner out on your own in Bergerac; some suggestions will be included in your travel book.
Accommodation : Le Clos d'Argenson - "Bergerac"
Accommodation : Hotel De France - Bergerac - "Bergerac"
Accommodation : Le Clos d'Argenson - "Bergerac"
Day 2 : Cycle to Tremolat
Distance 1 : 25 Miles - 40 Km
Elevation gain 1 : 440 Meters
A fairly challenging start to this tour, with some hilly terrain up to the viewpoint of Les Cingles de Tremolat. A panoramic itinerary, you will pass through St Sauveur and the surrounding forests.
Accommodation : Hôtel La Métairie - "Mauzac et Grand Castang"
Accommodation : Maison Olea - "Le Bugue"
Accommodation : Le Vieux Logis - "Tremolat"
Day 3 : Ride to Les Eyzies
Distance 1 : 32 Miles - 51 Km
Elevation gain 1 : 636 Meters
You will start the morning with an orienteering course to challenge your skills and then later you can take off on a bicycle ride to the capital of Pre-History. On the ride you'll first stop at Limeuil, one of the most beautiful village of France. Continue to Le Bugue and then on to Les Eyzies! Take your time to visit this very charming town and its sites/museums including the Font de Gaume.
Font de Gaume is a cave housing a collection of prehistoric polychrome cave paintings. Prehistoric people living in the Dordogne Valley first settled in the Font de Gaume around 25,000 BC. The cave was forgotten until the 19th century. The paintings discovered date back from 17000 BC, during the Magdalenien period. The cave's most famous painting, a frieze of five bison was discovered accidentally in 1966 while scientists were cleaning the cave.
Accommodation : Hostellerie Du Passeur - "Les Eyzies"
Accommodation : Hostellerie Du Passeur - "Les Eyzies"
Accommodation : Les Glycines - "Les Eyzies"
Day 4 : Visit Sarlat
Option 1 : 15 Miles - 24 Km
Option 2 : 18 Miles - 29 Km
Option 3 : 9 Miles - 14 Km
Elevation gain 1 : 398 Meters
Elevation gain 2 : 578 Meters
Elevation gain 3 : 128 Meters
A nice ride that takes you to an adventure park where you can do some ropes courses in the tree tops and zip lines, a great time that you can do at your own pace. Local French speaking employees of the park will help you with your harness and equipment. After the adventure park, continue to Sarlat. This town with its cobbled streets, old roofs, and warm stone walls boasts an exceptional heritage. Sarlat is a medieval town built around a large Benedictine abbey of the Carolingian period.
The medieval Sarlat Cathedral is dedicated to Saint Sacerdos. Sarlat is one of the most representative towns of the 14th century. Overnight in a lovely hotel in the center of the old town in Sarlat.
Accommodation : Best Western Le Renoir Hotel - "Sarlat-la-Canéda"
Accommodation : La Villa des Consuls - "Sarlat"
Accommodation : Plaza Madeleine - "Sarlat-la-Canéda"
Day 5 : Departure Day
Leaving Sarlat.
Departure on your own after breakfast. If you need assistance with trains or other transportation, please contact us. Extra nights can be arranged
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Day : 1
The Hotel de France is located just steps away from the pedestrian streets in the historical city center of Bergerac. The hotel offers a warm and friendly welcome, as well as rooms with every modern convenience, private garage, and swimming pool. The hotel staff speaks fluent English and Spanish.
Day : 2
Murielle and Francis will be delighted to welcome you to one of their 5 guest houses or you may wish to stay in one of their two 4-star gites or adjoining studio, all of which have access to the heated swimming pool.For a short stay, we offer romantic gastronomic weekend breaks which include either a special truffle tasting menu or a cookery course where you will learn to prepare duck and foie gras.
Day : 3
In the heart of Perigord Noir, in south-western France, in the village of Les Eyzies-de-Tayac, Hostellerie du Passeur hotel is located in the middle of the lovely countryside. This old ivy-covered bourgeois house with white shutters is a family-run hotel right by the river, offering 19 spacious and well-appointed rooms. Hostellerie Du Passeur offers a warm atmosphere in charming scenery where everything seems designed for a relaxing holiday. Enjoy the hotel's ideal location to discover a region with a large historical and culinary heritage.
Day : 4
In the heart of Sarlat's medieval quarter, their self-catering apartments & rooms, fitted out in 13th, 17th and 19th centuries buildings, welcome you in a privileged and unique setting. For your comfort, all of their rooms & apartments are non-smoking. They-have the air conditioning and sound proof double windows on the street side. A self-service computer for internet connection and a free laundry are available at the reception.
Day : 1
Located in the centre of Bergerac, Le Clos d’Argenson dates back to the 19th century and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace. The house includes a fitness room, billiard table and library. B&B Clos d’Argenson has 4 luxury suites in a beautiful and restored town house built in 1865. All its authentic character are kept with high ceilings, original parquet floorings, marble chimneys and a large spiral staircase. Uniquely decorated, all suites offer views of the garden or town, a seating area and flat-screen TV. The en suite bathrooms are complete with a walk in shower and free toiletries. Breakfast is served in the dining room featuring a fireplace or on the terrace overlooking the garden and the pool.
Day : 2
This beautiful 19th Century house offers tranquility and simplicity, far from the sound and the fury, deep in the heart of the Périgord. Exposed beams, extensive grounds, an outdoor pool, bright colours and a terrace overlooking the garden bring together all the ingredients for a relaxing break in this 4 star boutique hotel. In addition, you will discover delicious food showcasing regional produce and cosy rooms, each decorated in a different style. Located just a few kilometres from Bergerac and the famous prehistoric village of Eyzies.
Day : 3
In the heart of Perigord Noir, in south-western France, in the village of Les Eyzies-de-Tayac, Hostellerie du Passeur hotel is located in the middle of the lovely countryside. This old ivy-covered bourgeois house with white shutters is a family-run hotel right by the river, offering 19 spacious and well-appointed rooms. Hostellerie Du Passeur offers a warm atmosphere in charming scenery where everything seems designed for a relaxing holiday. Enjoy the hotel's ideal location to discover a region with a large historical and culinary heritage.
Day : 4
This graceful property in a quiet area, offers elegant accommodation and modern facilities to make your stay in Sarlat a pleasant one. Located just 2 minutes from Sarlat's historic medieval centre, Le Renoir Hotel offers a warm welcome, French hospitality and pleasant surroundings. You can take a stroll through its cobbled streets and discover a thousand years of architecture. The attractions include walled towns, chateaux, prehistoric caves, Romanesque churches, parks, gardens, quiet streams and of course Perigord's celebrated cuisine.
Day : 1
Located in the centre of Bergerac, Le Clos d’Argenson dates back to the 19th century and features an outdoor swimming pool, garden and terrace. The house includes a fitness room, billiard table and library. B&B Clos d’Argenson has 4 luxury suites in a beautiful and restored town house built in 1865. All its authentic character are kept with high ceilings, original parquet floorings, marble chimneys and a large spiral staircase. Uniquely decorated, all suites offer views of the garden or town, a seating area and flat-screen TV. The en suite bathrooms are complete with a walk in shower and free toiletries. Breakfast is served in the dining room featuring a fireplace or on the terrace overlooking the garden and the pool.
Day : 2
Le Vieux Logis was formerly a tobacco farm house and in 1952 the father of the present owner, Monsieur Giraudel, after retiring from his work in Paris, moved to this relaxing region away from all the city hustle, and decided to venture into the hospitality business. Today, his son Bernard, the youngest of all, continues the business. The property is one of great charm and elegance where every room has been tastefully decorated in different antique styles using beautiful fabrics.
Day : 3
The Périgord Noir landscapes enhance Les Glycines, a former coaching inn. A delightful lush park featuring weeping willows, ros trees, poplars and, next to a swimming pool, a few palm trees. A splendid terrace, where fine food is served, overlooks this enchanting building. The sophisticated, gourmet dishes are prepared using local seasonal produce and vegetables from the restaurant’s own kitchen garden. Spacious rooms ensuring a peaceful stay, nestled in the 19 th century building, with its sober and elegant façade. The pristine white shades enhance the overall feeling tone set by the deliberate minimalist décor.
Day : 4
The Hotel de la Madeleine is conveniently located in Sarlat where you can easily access the prehistoric sites, castles, and bastides of Perigord. There is a gastronomic restaurant on site where the chef creates dishes to tempt any palette and all of the guest rooms at the hotel are air conditioned for your comfort.
Bikes available for your tour |
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The SCOTT SUB Sport 20 (or equivalent) features a sporty trekking geometry that suits trips of all distances. Equipped with a Shimano 30 speed transmission, integrated front and rear lights, a custom Racktime carrier and compatibility with Snap'it accessories, this bike is begging to go on an adventure. Available in men and women versions. Available sizes : Men's M, L, XL ; Women's S, L
Hybrid bike - Standard
SCOTT SUB SPORT 20 - ( or equivalent) INCLUDED 
The SCOTT EA-SUB Active 10 make getting around easier. With comfortable geometry, and ePowered by Bosch with a 400wh battery, those bikes are the ideal touring bike and are ready to provide many kilometers with no worries.
Your bike rental comes with 2 bags (1 Rear pannier + 1 front pannier) so you can easily carry your staff during your ride. Included with your bike rental : -Helmet -Lock -Hand pump -2 spare tubes -Rear pannier -Toolkit -Tire levers -Patch kit -1 souvenir water bottle -Pedals are included, flat by default or toe straps on request
Electric assist bike - Standard
SCOTT SUB TOUR ELECTRIC-RIDE 10 - ( or equivalent) with supplement (100€) 
The SCOTT Addict 20 was redesigned from the ground up with those longer days in mind. With new geometry that is less focused on racing and more on enduring, the Addict 20 will be your go to when you're looking to put the miles.
Saddle Bag Containing:
Road bike - Standard
SCOTT ADDICT 20 - ( or equivalent) with supplement (100€) 
The all-new TREK Emonda SLR 7 is the lightest model of the American Brand. Equipped with the Shimano Ultegra Di2 transmission, the gear shift is faster and more precise. Available sizes : XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL
Road bike - Performance
TREK EMONDA SLR7 - ( or equivalent) with supplement 
An exclusive geometry well adapted to the widest riding public. Our Tandem MTB will accompany you on long excursions or for more sporty rides. Traveling as a pair will become a new way for you to share your passion. Available in size : M, S Included with your bike rental :
Tandem bike - Premium
LAPIERRE TANDEM - ( or equivalent) with supplement |
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The characteristics of this bike are presented as an example and are not guaranteed Please note that any bike changes during the trip may incur an extra fee. |
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Hybrid bike - Standard
SCOTT SUB SPORT 20 - ( or equivalent)
INCLUDED
The SCOTT SUB Sport 20 (or equivalent) features a sporty trekking geometry that suits trips of all distances. Equipped with a Shimano 30 speed transmission, integrated front and rear lights, a custom Racktime carrier and compatibility with Snap'it accessories, this bike is begging to go on an adventure.
Available in men and women versions. Available sizes : Men's M, L, XL ; Women's S, L
- Your bike rental comes with 2 bags (1 Rear pannier + 1 front pannier) so you can easily carry your stuff during your ride.
- Included with your bike rental :
- Helmet
- Lock
- Hand pump
- 2 spare tubes
- Rear pannier
- Toolkit
- Tire levers
- Patch kit
- 1 souvenir water bottle
- Pedals are included, flat by default or toe straps on request
Accessories
INCLUDED
Roadbook for Discovery allows you to travel freely with all the information you need for your trip: Stages, points of interest, itineraries with interactive guidance, travel documents.
All in offline mode, you download your file before leaving, then you have all the information necessary for your trip. (Phone not provided).
INCLUDED
Our roadbooks are complete packages of information that will help you to guide yourself through the itinerary that we have planned and laid out. We have invested significant time and incorporated the feedback of our customers over many years (since 1997!) to make our roadbooks even better. Our roadbooks include: color maps, highlighted routes, touristic information, orientation points to reach hotels, and easy to follow step by step directions (cue-sheets). Please note that for custom itineraries you will not have cue sheets. Only maps and GPS routes.
INCLUDED
Our Travelbooks are complete packages of information that will help you to guide yourself through the itinerary that we have planned and laid out. You will find information about the hotels, itinerary, regional informations...
Click below to see activities per trip version.
Extra activities can change based on the tour dates
ACTIVITIES INCLUDED
Option 1: 25 Miles - 40 Km Elevation gain 1 : 440 Meters
Option 1: 32 Miles - 51 Km Elevation gain 1 : 636 Meters
Option 1: 15 Miles - 24 Km Elevation gain 1 : 398 Meters
Option 2: 18 Miles - 29 Km Elevation gain 2 : 578 Meters
Option 3: 9 Miles - 14 Km Elevation gain 3 : 128 Meters
Included
- 4 nights of accomodation in superior hotels of charm with private shower and/or bath
- Daily breakfast at each hotel, 2 dinners included
- Hybrid bike rental included
- Orientation in person with our local guide
- Activities (orienteering, adventure park)
- Detailed ROAD BOOK, including details maps, touristic information, step by step itinerary and cue sheets
Guidance Application (phone not provided)
- All luggage transfers
- Comprehensive trip literature
- Technical and emergency support available at all times
What's not included
- Airfare to and from the trip
- Lodging before and after the trip
- Ticket Font-de-Gaume cave
- Drinks
- Some meals are not included in each destination, which gives you the opportunity to explore regional cuisine on your own. You will find all information needed with our team support in your roadbook.
Informations & Recommendations
Train: From Paris Montparnasse - Bergerac; 4 hours, 15min. Tour depart from Sarlat and train to Paris Austerlitz is 5 hours, 25min.
Flights to Bordeaux possible from many European cities; from Paris Orly 1 hour 5min. Min: 2 passengers.
If you wish to visit prehistoric caves during your stay, remember to book your entrance tickets in advance. The caves are protected sites and the number of visitors is very limited. Our team is available to help you book.
Tour rates
Contact our tour consultants for more information and an exact rate based upon your travel dates.
| Price from* & per person | Double occupancy | Single supplement (traveling with a group) | Solo traveler (traveling alone) |
| Basic | 925 € | 170 € | 1270 € |
| Standard | 1030 € | 190 € | 1430 € |
| Upgraded | 1320 € | 340 € | 1840 € |
Activities
| Category | Activity | Price |
| Outdoor activities | Adventure park (zip-linning) | Included |
Extra activities can change based on the tour dates
Accessories
| Accessories | |
| Guidance Application | Included |
| Biking Roadbook | Included |
| Travelbook | Included |
Bikes available
| Bikes available | Options per person |
| Hybrid Bike Rental | |
| Standard | Included |
| Road Bike Rental | |
| Standard | 100 € |
| Premium | 210 € |
| Electric assist bike | |
| Standard | 100 € |
| Tandem Bike Rental | |
| Standard | 25 € |
Please note that any bike changes during the trip may incur an extra fee.
Services available
| Services available | |
| Cancelation insurance | 6% |
Casual : Beginners and occasional cyclists. Easiest tours we provide. Typically flatter terrain, no notable hills or anything of a steep gradient.
Hobby : Weekend riders. People with some cycling experience, rolling countryside, possible short climbs.
Active : Cyclists with experience on longer rides. Hilly terrain with reasonable amount of climbs and difficulty
Pro : Avid cyclists, ride every week and love long and challenging rides. Dream on riding the Tour de France cols.
Comparison chart : (15km/hrs)
| Average dist (miles) | Average dist (km) | Elevation max/day (m) | Average hours | |
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| Casual |
< 28 | < 45 | < 300m | 3-4 |
| Hobby |
18 - 35 | 30 - 55 | 300-550m | 3-5 |
| Active |
30 - 60 | 50 - 100 | 550-1000m | 4-6 |
| Pro |
> 60 | > 100 | > 1000m | > 5 |
Some of our tours can be in 2 different level, we have itinerary for both versions
Casual : Beginners and occasional hikers. Typically flatter terrain with just rolling hills.
Hobby : Weekend hikers. People with some experience hiking around trails.
Active : Hikers with experience on longer hikes. Hilly terrain with some steep gradients.
Pro : Randonneurs avides, randonnée chaque semaine et adore les longues et difficiles randonnées.
Comparison chart : (4km/hrs)
| Average dist (miles) | Average dist (km) | Elevation max/day (m) | Average hours | |
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| Casual |
< 6 | < 10 | < 150m | 2.5 |
| Hobby |
6 - 9 | 10 - 15 | 150-300m | 25-375 |
| Active |
9 - 11 | 11 - 18 | 300-450m | 3.75 - 4.5 |
| Pro |
> 11 | > 18 | > 450m | 4.5-6 |
Some of our tours can be in 2 different level, we have itinerary for both versions