Exploring The Lot and Dordogne Valleys

This tour explores the highlights the picturesque Dordogne Valley has to offer. Ideally located in the very heart of the region, the historic pilgrimage town Rocamadour makes the ideal base to explore the hill top towns, spectacular gardens and meandering Dordogne River that the area is known for.

Sarlat-la-Canéda • Domme • Souillac • Rocamadour • Brive-la-Gaillarde

Day 1 Channel crossing. Overnight in the Orleans area.

Day 2 Travel through the French countryside and past Limoges to arrive in Rocamadour for a 5 night stay.

Day 3 A day at leisure to explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Rocamadour including its imposing mediaeval castle, monastic buildings and charming pedestrian centre. This town has been welcoming visitors and pilgrims for over 1,000 years.

Day 4 A morning visit to the historic hilltop town of Domme to take in the impressive views across the region. Continue to the pretty riverside town of La Roque-Gageac for a cruise in a traditional barge.

Day 5 Travel west, to the picturesque town of Sarlat-la-Canéda, known for its local food delicacies. The cobbled streets of the old town are full of shops and pavement cafés, as well as the Cathedral and chateau to explore. Return to Rocamadour via the mediaeval town of Souillac for a short stop to explore.

Day 6 Travel northwards to the vibrant town of Brive-la-Gaillarde. Here, enjoy the arts, crafts, and local food and drink, produced in the town. There are also interesting museums to discover, including the Edmund Michelet museum detailing life in the resistance during WWII.

Day 7 Leave Rocamadour and stop an overnight stay on the outskirts of Paris.

Day 8 Short Channel crossing to Dover and home.

All tours are tailored to your requirements and can be adapted for travel by coach and/or air as you prefer. Occasionally itineraries change. Please see our current brochure or contact us for the latest version.

Lion d’Or Hotel, Rocamadour

The family run 2 star Lion d’Or Hotel is located on the edge of the pedestrian centre of Rocamadour, and within an easy stroll of the Old Town and main sites. This small hotel has a lovely atmosphere, with a cosy bar and restaurant with views across the l‘Alzou Canyon.

• 2 star • 30 bedrooms • Lift

• Bar and restaurant with views

• Coach parking nearby

Your tour includes:

• Return short Channel crossings

• 1 night half board on the outbound journey

• 5 nights half board in Rocamadour with:
Welcome drink
Cold buffet breakfast
3 course evening meals with choice
After dinner tea/coffee each night

• Dordogne River cruise

• 1 night half board on the inbound journey

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