Dordogne Walking Tour : Lascaux and Prehistoric Caves
Including the world capital of prehistory Les Eyzies, the Vézère River reveals all its wonders from Limeuil to Montignac-Lascaux: prehistoric caves, inhabited cliffs, medieval castles, golden villages... Classified as a world heritage site by UNESCO, the Vézère Valley is marked by the testimonies of mankind over more than 100 000 years, from the prehistoric era to the present day, passing through the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. Follow the footsteps of our ancestors and discover the unique ancient beauty of Dordogne.
Region : Dordogne
Duration : 6 Days / 5 Nights
Level :
Type : On the way
Category : Hiking
Trip : Self-guided
Activity : Walking
Dates : This tour is available from March to November
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Day 1 : Arrive in Black Perigord
You will arrive by your own means at Les Eyzies de Tayac, in the heart of Périgord Noir. You will settle into your hotel where you will receive your travel documents as well as an orientation by phone.
Accommodation : Hostellerie Du Passeur - "Les Eyzies"
Accommodation : Les Glycines - "Les Eyzies"
Day 2 : Hike around Les Eyzies
Distance 1 : 7 Miles - 12 Km
Elevation gain 1 : 200 Meters
It's the first day of hiking, you will leave for a loop around Les Eyzies. You will discover the prehistoric surroundings through the forests of Périgord. You will walk along the Vézère River where you can have a picnic. Then you return to your hotel in Les Eyzies.
Accommodation : Hostellerie Du Passeur - "Les Eyzies"
Accommodation : Les Glycines - "Les Eyzies"
Day 3 : Loop around Limeuil and Le Bugue
Option 1 : 8 Miles - 13.5 Km
Option 2 : 14 Miles - 23 Km
Elevation gain 1 : 190 Meters
Elevation gain 2 : 440 Meters
After a transfer, you will start your hike with two possible choices, short and long, either from Le Bugue or from Limeuil. You will cross the villages of Périgord Noir, while following the Vézère River. Then you return to Les Eyzies at the end of your hike.
Accommodation : Hostellerie Du Passeur - "Les Eyzies"
Accommodation : Les Glycines - "Les Eyzies"
Day 4 : From Les Eyzies to Montignac
Option 1 : 9 Miles - 14 Km
Option 2 : 12 Miles - 20 Km
Elevation gain 1 : 300 Meters
Elevation gain 2 : 510 Meters
You will leave Les Eyzies by taxi, where you will have two choices for hiking: A short one from Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère or a long one from Peyzac-le-Moustier. You will follow a path along the site of Roque Saint Christophe, a prehistoric troglodytic village before arriving at Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère, where you will have the possibility to stop for lunch. Finally, you will take a path through forests and typical hamlets that will lead you to your destination, Montignac.
Accommodation : Hotel La roseraie - "Montignac-Lascaux"
Accommodation : Hotel de Bouihac - "Montignac-Lascaux"
Day 5 : Montignac Loop
Distance 1 : 4 Miles - 7 Km
Elevation gain 1 : 150 Meters
From Montignac, you will go for a short hike around the village, to discover the prehistoric caves of Lascaux. You also have the possibility to visit Lascaux IV (not included). Then you return to your hotel in Montignac.
Accommodation : Hotel La roseraie - "Montignac-Lascaux"
Accommodation : Hotel de Bouihac - "Montignac-Lascaux"
Day 6 : Departure from Montignac
It is the day of departure, after breakfast, you will be transferred to Sarlat-la-Canéda.
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Day : 1, 2, 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, 5
This 19th century mansion of character is located along the Vézère river, in the heart of Montignac Lascaux . You will stay away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, in the comfortable setting of an ever-present historical heritage, with a swimming pool in the vast 6,000 m² garden, a fragrant century-old rose garden and a terrace on the waterfront. 14 air-conditioned rooms and 2 suites with a personal and authentic decor. Elaborate and inventive cuisine
Day : 1, 2, 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, 5
Step inside and enjoy a delightful experience in this 17th century listed 4* hotel, only a few steps away from the Lascaux hill. The hotel has a bar, restaurant, terrace and free private parking with beautiful rooms overlooking the town of Montignac. Jean de Bouilhac was the doctor of Louis XV, whom he cured by making him drink a thistle tea, the Dauphin appointed him as his children's doctor.
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...
Included
- nights double occupancy with private facilities
- 6 breakfasts
- Transfers :
. Day 3 : transfer to either Limueil or Le Bugue, the start of your walk
. Day 4 : transfer to Peysac Le Moustier or St Leon sur Vézère, start of your walk
. Day 6 : transfer after breakfast to Sarlat - 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
- All lunches & dinners not noted/included in your itinerary
- Parking
- Day 5 : visit of the Lascaux IV caves
- Entrance fees for all sites & castles not noted/included in your itinerary
- Items of a personal nature
- Insurance
- SINGLE supplement
Informations & Recommendations
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) |
| Standard | 990 € | 350 € | 1275 € |
| Upgraded | 1680 € | 740 € | 2875 € |
Accessories
| Accessories | |
| Guidance Application | Included |
| Hiking Roadbooks | Included |
| Travelbook | Included |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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