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Itinerary for Dordogne Highlights




Sample Itinerary: 8-day program - subject to changes

Day 1: Arrival
Your journey begins in Sarlat-la-Canéda the capital of the Périgord Noir with its cobbled streets, picturesque small squares and many architectural treasures. We advise you to start your tour on a Friday or Saturday in order to enjoy the colour and lively weekly market which takes place every Wednesday morning and Saturday all day.
Meals included: none
Overnight in Sarlat


Day 2: Chateau de Commarque & Beune Valley
Transfer to Marquay (15 min) to start your walk in this charming perigourdine village with its typical houses and its fortified church of the 12th & 13th century. You cross deep oak & chestnut forests, followed by small hills punctuated by hamlets. Along the way, you will see rock shelters dug by the River Beune, before arriving at Château de Commarque which stands on a rocky outcroop in a breathtaking landscape. The site even features troglodyte habitats and a prehistoric cave (visit included). Continue your loop back to Marquay and transfer back to Sarlat.
Hiking about 12km (3h15) +330m / -330m
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Sarlat


Day 3: Beautiful villages of Dordogne Valley
You have two route options today. Either you can start your walk in Beynac (longer walk) or La Roque Gageac (shorter option) - you need to inform the taxi driver when you board the vehicle. From Beynac, a pretty cliff-side village with an impressive château overlooking the Dordogne, you pass wooded hills above the river before you reach La Roque Gageac listed as one of the most beautiful villages in Franc. This village is rich in historic mansions, troglodyte dwellings, and ochre-coloured stone houses with lauze roofs. There’s also the opportunity of a boat ride down the river on a flat bottomed Gabarre, reconstructions of old merchant ships from the 18th century. Stock up on regional delicacies at a nearby duck farm, before reaching Domme, a magnificent bastide town dating from 1283, perched on a vertiginous cliff with golden stones, offering panoramic views over the Dordogne Valley.
OPTION 1 (long) Hiking about 18km (5h) +650m/-500m
OPTION 2 (shorter) Hiking about 11km (2h30) +690m/-670m
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Domme


Day 4: Château des Milandes & Château de Castelnaud
A short ride from Domme takes you into the gorgeous countryside to the Château and gardens of Milandes, the former home of Josephine Baker, legendary entertainer of the early 20hth century. You then follow the left bank of the Dordogne to Castelnaud, another beautiful village with its marvelous medieval castle which played an important role during the Hundred Years War. Continue your climb and finish in Domme. Enjoy a stroll through the village’s cobbled streets, fortified gates, towers and the covered market.
Hiking about 13km (3h20) +633m/-554m
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Domme


Day 5: Vezere Valley
Today’s walk takes you through the enchanting valley towards Les Eyzies. You can choose to be transferred to Limeuil for a longer walk or directly to Le Bugue for a shorter version. If you go for the longer hike, you start in Limeuil, crossing picturesque landscapes before arriving in Le Bugue located on the Vézère river. Follow many shady woods to St Cirq. Take the opportunity to visit the prehistoric Grotte du Sorcier along the way. Finish your walk in the capital of prehistory Les Eyzies.
OPTION 1 (long) Hiking about 23km (6h15) +414m / 405m
OPTION 2 (shorter) Hiking about 13,5km (3h45) +/-181m
Meals included: Breakfast 
Overnight in Les Eyzies


Day 6: Prehistoric Remains
Today’s walk is a beautiful discovery of the prehistoric remains around Les Eyzies. You leave the village and walk in the foosteps of the Cro-Magnon, crossing the Gorge d'Enfer valley. Enjoy a picnic lunch along the Vézère river on your way back to Les Eyzies. Before or after you walk you can visit the National Museum of Prehistory right in the heart of Les Eyzies (entrance not included).
Hiking about 11,5km (3h15) +/-200m
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Les Eyzies


Day 7: La Roque Saint Christophe & Saint Léon sur Vézère
For this hiking day you can chose between two options. After breakfast, transfer to Le Moustier (long walk) or to St Leon sur Vezere (short walk). From Le Moustier you walk on the path of prehistory that runs along La Roque Saint Christophe, a unique troglodyte site, before arriving at Saint Léon sur Vézère. There, you can enjoy a refreshing drink or lunch on a café terrace with stunning views over the river. Then, continue walking to the charming village of Montignac, located at the foot of the famous hill of Lascaux.
OPTION 1 (long) Hiking about 20km (5h00) +/-510m
OPTION 2 (shorter) Hiking about 13km (3h15) +366m/-288m
Meals included: Breakfast
Overnight in Montignac


Day 8: Lascaux Cave
Today is your departure day, so if you have enough time you can do a short loop hike taking you on the footsteps of our ancestors and straight to the famous LASCAUX II / IV cave (needs to be booked in advance). This is a complete and unpublished replica that houses the oldest paintings of humanity and traces the discovery of the famous ornated cave. Your tour ends after your walk in Montignac.
Hiking about 7km (2h) +/-150m


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Dordogne Highlights
Tour Code: ZZ-FR-Hike27
8 days / 7 nights
Dates : March to November

Level : Fitness Level
Difficulty Levels Explained
1. Easy
Easy pace and an average-to-sedentary level of fitness. You should be in good health and fit enough for full day of normal sightseeing and walking.
2. Easy to Moderate
An average level of fitness or some experience with the featured activity is recommended.
3. Moderate
Requires you to have performed the featured activity regularly, with some periods on challenging terrain. Activities are mandatory and you may be traveling at high elevations. You need to be in good health and physical condition to enjoy these trips, with adequate muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance.
4. Demanding
You must be extremely physically fit and are expected to hike or ride four to six hours over steep or more rugged terrain.
5. Strenuous
Prolonged hiking/biking on moderate to difficult terrain (five to nine hours a day).
May include high altitude, rugged terrain etc..

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Season Seasons  Min / MaxReserve
B 2024 03/01 - 03/31 8d / 7n 8 day Self guided walking to... 2 /6 Reserve
A 2024 04/01 - 09/30 8d / 7n 8 day Self guided walking to... 2 /6 Reserve
B 2024 10/01 - 11/15 8d / 7n 8 day Self guided walking to... 2 /6 Reserve
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