Dordogne
Discovery
(8 days/7 nights)
a
delightful stroll through the Dordogne and Lot valleys where
your guide will reveal hidden villages, chateaux and prehistoric
caves. Comfortable hotels and excellent gourmet food make for
an idyllic and pampered introduction to this beautiful region.
Day
1 - Sarlat
Arrive in Toulouse and transfer to Sarlat.
Welcome dinner and overnight in Sarlat. 
Day
2 - Beynac and Cazenac / Dordogne boat ride
In the morning, a guided walking tour of historic Sarlat, rich
merchant town of the 18th century. Then drive to the beautiful
village of Beynac-et-Cazenac and enjoy a boat ride on the Dordogne
on board an authentic Gabarre river boat.
Then on to the small village of Domme. This true medieval bastide
is entered through a gateway flanked by stout limestone towers.
Walking tour in the village, free time and return to Sarlat.
Night in Sarlat.
Day
3 - Rocamadour / Autoire / Loubressac
Set off on an excursion to the pilgrimage and fortress town of
Rocamadour. Visit the renowned Notre Dame Chapel, part of an
extraordinary 13th-century chapel complex perched on a cliff
and one of the most dramatic pilgrimage sites in Europe.
Continue your visit in the village of Autoire : walkabout
in the old village discovering, rather by chance, a fountain surrounded
by half-timbered dwellings, fine old houses in white stone embellished
with carved stonework and dark brown tiles, and further on some
well-appointed manor-houses with turrets at each corner ...
The next village, Loubressac is a labyrinth of narrow flower-bedecked
streets converging on a shady square where a XIIth century church
stands. Capped with rooves of old tiles, the mediaeval houses of
pale limestone reflect the warm rays of the sun. Dominated by an
imposing château on a natural promontory, the village affords
panoramic views over the valleys of the Dordogne and the Bave.
Both these villages are classified as being among the 'most beautiful
villages of France'
Night in Sarlat.
Day
4 - Eyrignac Manor / Lascaux II / Vezere Valley
Stop at the Gardens of Eyrignac Manor, which are among the most
famous and beautiful in France.
Some 15,000 years BC unknown painters created the breathtaking
cave paintings of Lascaux. Visit of Lascaux II a perfect reproduction
of the main cave. Before returning to Sarlat, drive through the
Vézère valley, known as the “Valley of Men”
Discover
the charming village of Saint-Léon, a hidden pearl
nestled in a bend of the Vézère, half way between
Montignac and Les Eyzies.
Dominated by the Côte de Jor, it is situated in picturesque
countryside typical of the Périgord Noir.
Dinner and night in Sarlat
Day 5 - Free day in Sarlat
Free day and night in Sarlat.
One of the most renowned and visited towns in France, Sarlat is
also one of the most attractive. Sarlat is a beautiful, well restored
town a few kilometres north of the River Dordogne. The old town,
with fine examples of architecture from both medieval and renaissance
times, is a pleasure to visit, especially during the spring and
autumn, or early in the morning. Don't miss the streets around
the cathedral and the streets to the north of the city-centre.
You will soon become lost in the maze of narrow lanes, with something
new to see around every corner. Saturday is market day in Sarlat.
Day
6 - Bonaguil Castle / Monpazier village
Today discover one of the most beautiful fortified castles of France
classified as a Historical Monument, the castle of Bonaguil.
After that, on to the beautiful village of Monpazier, a 13th
century bastide that has remained intact with its original aspect
and dimensions: an authentic jewel of mediaeval architecture.
Gourmet dinner and night in Sarlat.
Day
7 - Cahors wines / Saint Cirq Lapopie Village
Departure towards charming Cahors. Here you can admire one of the
only mediaeval military bridges left in Europe, the Valentré bridge. 
Then, stroll with your guide through the historic city centre and
discover the imposing cathedral with its famous tympanum.
From there, experience unique Saint Cirq Lapopie, a village
perched on the rocky bank of the Lot valley, that will
charm you with its
roman tiled-roof houses and extraordinary scenery.
Stop for a wine tasting session of Cahors wines.
Departure for Toulouse and night in Toulouse
Day
8 - Toulouse
Breakfast at your hotel.
In the afternoon 2 hours walking tour “Discovering Toulouse”:
this tour offers a comprehensive overview of the main sites and
monuments. During the tour, you will be able to admire the Capitole
town hall and Saint-Sernin basilica, as well as many churches and
private mansions, and appreciate wonderful views along the Garonne
River.
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