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Highlights

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.

To see

A fascinating journey through time, Easy walks with more moderate options on days 3 & 4, Les Eyzies, the prehistoric capital, Exploring medieval and troglodyte villages, Local markets and sampling local delicacies, Swimming in the river and optional kayaking

Gastronomy

There are the unavoidable ones of course: foie gras, truffles, Bergerac wines, strawberries, walnuts, ceps, but did you know that the Dordogne department also produces sturgeon, beer, sweets, jams, cheese, honey...

Wine

Bergerac wines, Monbazillac, Pécharmant, Côtes de Bergerac

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PROGRAM

J-1

Arrival in Les Eyzies


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 de Tayac show
Accommodation : Les Glycines Hotel & SPA**** - Les Eyzies de Tayac show
Included : phone not provided,mobile guidance application,roadbook,travelbook,orientation by phone with a local guide,luggage transfer,bedroom and breakfast the next morning

J-2

From Les Eyzies LOOP to St Cirq


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.

Distance: 12 Km (7.5mi)

Elevation: 200 m


Accommodation : Hostellerie du Passeur*** - Les Eyzies de Tayac show
Accommodation : Les Glycines Hotel & SPA**** - Les Eyzies de Tayac show
Included : bedroom and breakfast the next morning

J-3

From Les Eyzies LOOP around Le Bugue or Limeuil


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.

Distance: 13 Km (8 mi)

Elevation: 190 m

Distance: 23 Km (14 mi)

Elevation: 440 m

Notes: Transfer to the start of your walk in Limeuil or Le Bugue Please inform the driver.


Accommodation : Hostellerie du Passeur*** - Les Eyzies de Tayac show
Accommodation : Les Glycines Hotel & SPA**** - Les Eyzies de Tayac show
Included : client transfer,bedroom and breakfast the next morning

J-4

From Les Eyzies to Montignac


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.

Distance: 14 Km (8 mi)

Elevation : 300 m

Distance: 20 Km (12 mi)

Elevation: 510 m

Note: Transfer to the start of your walk in Peyzac or St Léon Please inform the driver.


Accommodation : Hotel La Roseraie*** - Montignac show
Accommodation : Hotel de Bouilhac**** - Montignac show
Included : luggage transfer,client transfer,bedroom and breakfast the next morning

J-5

From Montignac LOOP around Lascaux


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.

if you wish to visit Lascaux please book in advance.

Distance: 7 Km (4 mi)

Elevation: 150 m


Accommodation : Hotel La Roseraie*** - Montignac show
Accommodation : Hotel de Bouilhac**** - Montignac show
Included : bedroom and breakfast the next morning

J-6

Departure from Montignac to Sarlat


It is the day of departure, after breakfast, you will be transferred to Sarlat-la-Canéda.


Included : transfer departure,luggage transfer,client transfer

CUSTOMIZED
TOUR

This is a catalog tour, it can be modified as you wish : add extra nights, extra activities (wine tastings, visits, transfers...).

ARRIVALS & DEPARTURES

Arrival: You will arrive by your own means at Les Eyzies de Tayac, in the heart of the Périgord Noir. You will settle into your hotel where you will receive your travel documents as well as an orientation by phone.

Departure: From Montignac. It is the day of departure, after your breakfast, you will be transferred to Sarlat-la-Canéda.

Details

Included


ACCOMODATIONS

- 5 nights in a 3 stars hotel

MEALS

- 5 breakfasts

SUPPORT

- 1 road map of the region
- Guidance Application (phone not provided)
- 24/7 phone assistance
- Concierge service available to assist you for your requests during your trip (taxi transfer, restaurant, activities...)

TRANSFER

- 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

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

Other questions?

See our FAQs page for answers to common questions.

FAQ

Rates

Tour rates vary based on hotel availability and specific start date

PRICE FROM / PER PERSON
STANDARD HOTEL ACCOMODATION
UPGRADED HOTEL ACCOMODATION
Double occupancy *
975 €
1565 €
Single supplement **
350 €
720 €
Solo traveler ***
1775 €
2875 €

* Please contact us for triple hotel rates. ** Traveling with a group. *** Traveling alone.

STANDARD HOTEL ACCOMODATION FROM

UPGRADED HOTEL ACCOMODATION FROM

Hostellerie du Passeur*** - Les Eyzies de Tayac

Set by a river, this old ivy-covered bourgeois house with white shutters is a family-run hotel with 19 spacious and well-furnished rooms. Situated in the heart of the Périgord Noir region, Hostellerie Du Passeur offers stylish accommodations in a countryside setting typical of south-western France. Blending traditional interior design and modern amenities, the rooms provide elegant and cozy spaces. The hotel features a comfortable and chic dining room with a chimney and a covered terrace looking onto the grounds. There you can enjoy the chef’s gourmet cuisine and discover an array of local flavors and regional specialties.
http://www.hostellerie-du-passeur.com/en/

Les Glycines Hotel & SPA**** - Les Eyzies de Tayac

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.
http://www.les-glycines-dordogne.com/fr/accueil

Hostellerie du Passeur*** - Les Eyzies de Tayac

Set by a river, this old ivy-covered bourgeois house with white shutters is a family-run hotel with 19 spacious and well-furnished rooms. Situated in the heart of the Périgord Noir region, Hostellerie Du Passeur offers stylish accommodations in a countryside setting typical of south-western France. Blending traditional interior design and modern amenities, the rooms provide elegant and cozy spaces. The hotel features a comfortable and chic dining room with a chimney and a covered terrace looking onto the grounds. There you can enjoy the chef’s gourmet cuisine and discover an array of local flavors and regional specialties.
http://www.hostellerie-du-passeur.com/en/

Les Glycines Hotel & SPA**** - Les Eyzies de Tayac

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.
http://www.les-glycines-dordogne.com/fr/accueil

Hostellerie du Passeur*** - Les Eyzies de Tayac

Set by a river, this old ivy-covered bourgeois house with white shutters is a family-run hotel with 19 spacious and well-furnished rooms. Situated in the heart of the Périgord Noir region, Hostellerie Du Passeur offers stylish accommodations in a countryside setting typical of south-western France. Blending traditional interior design and modern amenities, the rooms provide elegant and cozy spaces. The hotel features a comfortable and chic dining room with a chimney and a covered terrace looking onto the grounds. There you can enjoy the chef’s gourmet cuisine and discover an array of local flavors and regional specialties.
http://www.hostellerie-du-passeur.com/en/

Les Glycines Hotel & SPA**** - Les Eyzies de Tayac

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.
http://www.les-glycines-dordogne.com/fr/accueil

Hotel La Roseraie*** - Montignac

La Roseraie Hotel Restaurant occupies a 19th century bourgeois mansion of character, located along the Vézère River in the village of Montignac. You will stay away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life in the comfortable setting of an omnipresent historical heritage, with a swimming pool in the vast 6,000 m² garden, a fragrant century-old rose garden and a terrace on the water's edge. The air-conditioned rooms include satellite TV, telephone, safe and desk. Their private bathrooms come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Every morning you can enjoy a breakfast with a variety of products such as fresh fruit, bread, pastries, yogurt, cheese and ham. Finally, during your stay at La Roseraie Hotel Restaurant, its restaurant, run by chef Hugo Longis, will serve you tasty dishes prepared with local products.
https://www.laroseraie-hotel.com/

Hotel de Bouilhac**** - Montignac

Located in Montignac, 27 km from Sarlat-la-Canéda Train Station, Hotel de Bouilhac offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service and luggage storage. This non-smoking hotel offers an indoor pool and free Wi-Fi throughout. The accommodations are equipped with a coffee machine. All accommodations at Hotel de Bouilhac have a TV, air conditioning and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Some include a sitting area. They also include a safe. A continental breakfast is served on site.
https://www.hoteldebouilhac.com/fr/hotel-restaurant-dordogne?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=mybusiness

Hotel La Roseraie*** - Montignac

La Roseraie Hotel Restaurant occupies a 19th century bourgeois mansion of character, located along the Vézère River in the village of Montignac. You will stay away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life in the comfortable setting of an omnipresent historical heritage, with a swimming pool in the vast 6,000 m² garden, a fragrant century-old rose garden and a terrace on the water's edge. The air-conditioned rooms include satellite TV, telephone, safe and desk. Their private bathrooms come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Every morning you can enjoy a breakfast with a variety of products such as fresh fruit, bread, pastries, yogurt, cheese and ham. Finally, during your stay at La Roseraie Hotel Restaurant, its restaurant, run by chef Hugo Longis, will serve you tasty dishes prepared with local products.
https://www.laroseraie-hotel.com/

Hotel de Bouilhac**** - Montignac

Located in Montignac, 27 km from Sarlat-la-Canéda Train Station, Hotel de Bouilhac offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar. This 4-star hotel offers a concierge service and luggage storage. This non-smoking hotel offers an indoor pool and free Wi-Fi throughout. The accommodations are equipped with a coffee machine. All accommodations at Hotel de Bouilhac have a TV, air conditioning and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Some include a sitting area. They also include a safe. A continental breakfast is served on site.
https://www.hoteldebouilhac.com/fr/hotel-restaurant-dordogne?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=mybusiness