Flavours of the Dordogne
West of the Massif Central lies Perigord, a region of lush valleys dotted with harmonious towns and quaint villages. The Dordogne and Vezere Rivers wind through this tranquil landscape irrigating beautiful vineyards and old forests that have produced fine wines and black truffles for centuries. For those interested in archaeology, it is one of Europe’s most fascinating regions, having been continuously inhabited by man for tens of thousands of years. The lovely riverside villages such as La Roque Gageac, St Leon sur Vezere and Domme are a highlight of any visit to the region, with wonderful cobblestoned laneways, imposing castles and dramatic views. Perigord is also known for its fine food and wine; local dishes such as succulent duck, wild boar and Fois Gras are specialties of the region. Our hotels on this week of exploration have been specially chosen for their character and friendly ambiance and make a perfect relaxing base for us to reconvene in the evenings and reminisce about our days discoveries.
Itinerary
| Day Number(s) | Title |
|---|---|
| 1 | (Sun) Arrive in Les Eyzies. |
| 2 | Walk along the Vézére River to a troglodyte cliff-side house perched over the small village of Saint Cirq. Explore the pre-historic cave beneath the house dating back 15,000 years. Walk back to Les Eyzies (5 hours). |
| 3 | Walk to the 12th century castle at Commarque. After a picnic lunch, walk on to Le Bardenat (6 hours). |
| 4 | Visit charming Sergeac on the way to the pretty village of St-Léon-sur-Vézère. Visit the prehistoric site at La Roque Saint Christophe (5-6 hours). |
| 5 | Walk to the walled village of Domme, overlooking Dordogne River (2 hours). Optional afternoon canoeing on Dordogne River (2 hours). |
| 6 | Wander through meadows to the village and chateau of Castelnaud. After a riverside picnic, visit La Roque Gageac (5 hours). |
| 7 | Visit Sarlat's famous market and explore the lovely medieval surrounds. Optional trip to Lascaux II. |
| 8 | Trip ends in Sarlat after breakfast (Sun). |
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At A Glance
Trip Length |
8 days |
Trip Code |
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Activities |
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| Walking (Moderate), Culture (Easy) | |
Maximum Passengers |
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| 15 people | |
Countries Visited |
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| France | |
Start City |
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| Les Eyzies | |
End City |
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| Sarlat | |
