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Dordogne & Sarlat Exploration: Exclusive Private Tour from Bordeaux

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Private 10-hour day trip from Bordeaux to the Dordogne. Visit Lascaux IV prehistoric cave museum, explore medieval Sarlat-la-Canéda & the clifftop village of Beynac. Lascaux tickets included. Prehistory & Périgord Noir in one day.
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Why you’ll love this tour

  • Experience the rich history of the Dordogne
  • Wander through the picturesque Beynac
  • Admire exquisite Paleolithic cave art
  • Explore the stunning Lascaux IV Cave

Your day at a glance

Explore the Rich History and Culinary Delights of Dordogne: A Journey Through Time Discover Dordogne, a region renowned for its prehistoric art, rich history, and exceptional culinary traditions. Home to some of the most stunning examples of ancient cave paintings and medieval architecture, Dordogne offers an unforgettable experience for history enthusiasts and food lovers alike. Sarlat-la-Canéda, ...

Explore the Rich History and Culinary Delights of Dordogne: A Journey Through Time

Discover Dordogne, a region renowned for its prehistoric art, rich history, and exceptional culinary traditions. Home to some of the most stunning examples of ancient cave paintings and medieval architecture, Dordogne offers an unforgettable experience for history enthusiasts and food lovers alike. Sarlat-la-Canéda, the culinary capital of the region, stands as a highlight of this picturesque area, known for its vibrant food markets and medieval charm.

Uncover Prehistoric Art in a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Dordogne is celebrated for its prehistoric caves, where artists from tens of thousands of years ago etched and painted magnificent works of art on cave walls. The Prehistoric Sites and Decorated Caves of the Vézère Valley — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — are among the finest examples of Palaeolithic art in the world, making the region essential for those fascinated by the origins of human creativity.

Depart from Bordeaux & Discover the World-Famous Lascaux IV

Begin with pickup from your hotel or accommodation in Bordeaux and travel in comfort to Montignac, home to the legendary Lascaux IV International Centre of Parietal Art. This state-of-the-art museum brings prehistoric art to life through interactive displays and immersive technology, featuring a full-scale replica of the original Lascaux cave with over 600 prehistoric paintings and 1,000 engravings.

Recognised as one of Time Magazine's "100 Greatest Places to Visit," Lascaux IV was meticulously recreated by a team of artists using advanced 3D scans and physical castings — a remarkable testament to both Palaeolithic genius and modern craftsmanship.

Step Back in Time in Medieval Sarlat-la-Canéda

After Lascaux IV, continue to Sarlat-la-Canéda, one of the best-preserved medieval towns in France and the heart of the Périgord Noir. Its golden limestone streets are lined with buildings dating from the 13th to the 18th century, including the Lantern of the Dead, Saint-Sacerdos Cathedral, and La Boétie's House.

On market days (Wednesdays and Saturdays), your guide will introduce you to the region's celebrated culinary specialties — foie gras, truffles, walnuts, and Périgord wines. After a guided walking tour, enjoy free time to explore at your own pace and lunch at one of Sarlat's many characterful restaurants.

Visit the Village & Castle of Beynac

The day concludes in the medieval village of Beynac, classified as one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France. Perched on a limestone cliff overlooking the Dordogne River, the imposing Beynac Castle is a 12th-century fortress with crenelated walls, double moats, and barbicans — a key strategic stronghold during the Hundred Years' War that offers breathtaking views of the surrounding valley.

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  • Bordeaux departure

    Meet your guide and depart for the Dordogne region of France.
    Meet your guide and depart for the Dordogne region of France.
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  • Lascaux IV Centre International de l'Art Pariétal, Montignac-Lascaux, France

    Visit Lascaux IV International parietal center
    Visit Lascaux IV International parietal center
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  • Sarlat-la-Canéda

    Stop in Sarlat, free time for personal discovery and lunch (at own expense)
    Stop in Sarlat, free time for personal discovery and lunch (at own expense)
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  • Beynac-et-Cazenac village

    Stop in the village of Beynac
    Stop in the village of Beynac
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  • Return to Bordeaux

    Tour returns to original departure point
    Tour returns to original departure point
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Included

  • Hotel pick up from Bordeaux or surrounding area.
  • Enjoy live commentaries from your expert guide.
  • Travel in recent, comfortable and fully equipped minivans.
  • Tickets to Lascaux Museum & cave

Excluded

  • Meals and drinks (lunch)
  • Personal travel insurance, expenses.
  • Gratuities for the Guide

Meeting point

, Bordeaux View in Google Map

Departure

We will come and pick you up at Train Station, Hotel or Airbnb in Bordeaux or surrounding area, circle of 30 kms (20 miles) around Bordeaux at no extra cost.

Return

Tour returns to original departure point.

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  • 5
    Holly S 29, Sep 2025 We spent a wonderful day with our driver, Rodolphe, who drove us from Bordeaux to the Dordogne region and back. We toured absolutely beautiful chateaus and gardens, but the highlight of the day was Rodolphe. He was professional, timely, and personable. Rodolphe speaks excellent English, but was very generous in helping us with our very limited French. He’s a warm, charming fellow with a great sense of humor. Perfect day for us! Thank you again, Rodolphe and Ophorus!
  • 5
    Wil H 30, Nov 2024 We had a fantastic full day tour with Karim, visiting the Lascaux caves as well as Sarlat and several other beautiful villages. Karim was the perfect guide: laid back, funny, engaging and extremely knowledgeable on a variety of subjects. He also recommended a great lunch place for us while in Sarlat. While the drive to and from our pickup in Bordeaux was long it went by quite quickly thanks to the comfort of the van and Karim’s hospitality. Highly recommended! Thank you so much Karim!
  • 5
    Paul D. 10, Nov 2022 We had an excellent day yesterday !! Rodolphe arrived early and took us to all expected places in the Dordogne ! The weather held up fairly well given the forecast ! Lunch was great with our guide !
    He had so much information and he was more than willing to share it ! We covered all topics that included wine, food, baking, politics (American and French), the art of boudin, driving and trucking in France ! We did not miss much and the commentary was endless, in a good way ! Great to know the stories and perspective from a local. It was a good day with, in our view, an excellent guide, ‘Rudolph the reindeer without the red nose’. Thanks for setting this up, much appreciated.
  • 5
    N/A 17, Oct 2022 I wanted to give you some feedback on our tour guide, and our time at Lascaux and Font-de-Gaume.

    My wife and I remain very grateful that we were able to visit these two sites, and have with us a knowledgeable tour guide and driver, Karim. His knowledge on many subjects elicited many discussions back and forth, and the three of us were comfortable enough to disagree in our views.

    His knowledge, and his ability to convey this to us in English, obviously not his native tongue, was greatly appreciated. At Lascaux, our tour was in English, and this allowed Karim some time by himself. But once our time in the "cave" was over, we reconvened over lunch, and spoke about what we had seen, the various theories about the art and its creation, and how Lascaux fit into the cave art in the region.

    At Font-de-Gaume, our tour of the cave was in French, and while the cave guide did her best to address our language difference, together with my rudimentary knowledge of your language, and the fact that Karim accompanied us into the cave, made all the difference. He explained to us what the guide was saying, and at times, added a bit of his own knowledge to the presentation.

    At no time during the tour did my wife or I feel uncomfortable in the vehicle. We felt safe, and at no time did we worry about his interactions with other drivers on the roads.

    In retrospect, we wish that we had been able to spend more time in Bordeaux, and to possibly avail ourselves of his knowledge in the vineyards.
  • 5
    SEE-Isquith 16, Sep 2022 Now that my wife and I have returned to New York City from our rather extensive 50th wedding anniversary vacation, I wanted to give you some feedback on our tour guide, and our time at Lascaux and Font-de-Gaume.

    My wife and I remain very grateful that we were able to visit these two sites, and have with us a knowledgeable tour guide and driver. Karim Laveille. His knowledge on many subjects elicited many discussions back and forth, and the three of us were comfortable enough to disagree in our views.

    His knowledge, and his ability to convey this to us in English, obviously not his native tongue, was greatly appreciated. At Lascaux, our tour was in English, and this allowed Karim some time by himself. But once our time in the "cave" was over, we reconvened over lunch, and spoke about what we had seen, the various theories about the art and its creation, and how Lascaux fit into the cave art in the region.

    At Font-de-Gaume, our tour of the cave was in French, and while the cave guide did her best to address our language difference, together with my rudimentary knowledge of your language, and the fact that Karim accompanied us into the cave, made all the difference. He explained to us what the guide was saying, and at times, added a bit of his own knowledge to the presentation.

    At no time during the tour did my wife or I feel uncomfortable in the vehicle. We felt safe, and at no time did we worry about his interactions with other drivers on the roads.

    In retrospect, we wish that we had been able to spend more time in Bordeaux, and to possibly avail ourselves of his knowledge in the vineyards. But we're both of the age that we realize that we'll never see or experience everything, and that which we can, and were able to do, was thorough, accessible, and of great interest.
  • 5
    Journey37425879508 04, Sep 2021 The guide Martin was excellent, knowledgeable, entertaining, friendly and very helpful. I had traveled
    out of my way just for this tour and was happily pleased. Sarlat was a very interesting town to visit also.
    The caves and paintings were wonderful but I think I enjoyed Martins tour of the Museum best of all.

Quick answers

  • What is the best time of year to visit the Dordogne?

    The Dordogne is beautiful year-round, but late spring and early autumn are particularly special — the crowds are smaller, the light is golden, and the seasonal produce in the markets is at its peak. Summer is the busiest period, with Sarlat especially lively in July and August. Winter visits have their own charm, particularly if the truffle season (December to February) is of interest.

  • Can we visit a specific château or prehistoric site?

    Absolutely. As a private tour, the itinerary is flexible. If there is a particular château — such as Beynac, Castelnaud or Milandes — or a prehistoric site you are keen to visit, simply let us know at the time of booking and your guide will do their best to accommodate your request. Please note that entrance fees to paid sites are generally not included in the tour price.

  • Is lunch included?

    Lunch is not included in the base price, but the Dordogne is one of France's great gastronomic regions and your guide will be happy to recommend excellent local restaurants. Dining in Sarlat or at a riverside village is very much part of the experience, and arrangements can be made in advance on request.

  • Is this tour suitable for families with children?

    Yes — the Dordogne is a wonderfully family-friendly destination. Prehistoric caves, dramatic châteaux, river landscapes and hands-on markets all tend to captivate younger travellers. Your guide will adapt the pace and content of the day to suit the ages and interests of everyone in your group.

  • Is Sarlat market worth visiting and when does it take place?

    Sarlat's famous market is widely considered one of the finest in France. The main market days are Wednesday and Saturday mornings, when the old town fills with stalls selling truffles, foie gras, cheeses, walnuts and seasonal produce. If your visit falls on a market day, your guide will make sure to include it in the itinerary.

  • What will we see and do on this tour?

    The tour combines the very best of the Dordogne — the medieval streets of Sarlat, the dramatic river valley with its clifftop châteaux, prehistoric sites, and the region's outstanding local food culture. As a private tour, the itinerary can be tailored to your interests, whether that is history, gastronomy, prehistory, or simply soaking up the scenery.

  • How far is the Dordogne from Bordeaux and how long is the journey?

    The Dordogne region is approximately 120 to 150 km east of Bordeaux, around 1.5 to 2 hours by car depending on your destination within the region. All transport is included in your private tour — your driver-guide will collect you from central Bordeaux and return you at the end of the day, so you can simply sit back and enjoy the journey.

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