Exploreo Sarlat

*** This tour is not accessible for people with reduced mobility *** Climb aboard a comfortable van in Sarlat and after a 1-hour trip punctuated by photo stops through the majestic landscapes of the Dordogne Valley, you will reach Rocamadour. Rocamadour is one of the most beautiful medieval villages in France, built in a vertiginous setting against a cliff face nestled in the heart of the Alzou canyon, a thousand-year-old historic UNESCO site. During this guided tour you will learn about the legends at the origin of this sacred place. After crossing the main street of the village, you will discover the sanctuary and its chapels by climbing the 216 steps of the Grand Pilgrim's Staircase (elevator also available). You will admire the miraculous chapel and its black virgin, the sarcophagus of St. Amadour dug into the rock of the cliff, and the legendary sword Durandal.

* This tour is not accessible for people with reduced mobility * Discover the great sites of the "Golden Triangle" on this unique sightseeing tour with live commentary. After a private guided tour of Richard the Lionheart's castle at Beynac (replaced by a visit to Castelnaud castle from January to mid February as Beynac castle will be closed), stop at the foot of Castelnaud Castle, an impressive fortress occupied by the English during the Hundred Years' War. Then take a guided tour of La Roque Gageac, one of the most beautiful villages in France, built into the cliffs along the Dordogne river. Afterward, continue to the hilltop village of Domme for breathtaking panoramic views over the surrounding area. Walk around the village to get a feel for the local atmosphere.  Visit the medieval village of Montfort. Stop at a romanesque church from the 12th century, built on an ancient site of Celtic worship, before returning to Sarlat-la-Canéda.

*** This tour is not accessible for people with reduced mobility *** Get in touch with your primeval nature as you discover some of the oldest relics of prehistory. Your private tour begins with a thorough demonstration of techniques used by Paleolithic humans to make fire, to illuminate the dark caves in which they lived, and to paint.  After getting a taste of prehistoric life, you’ll head for a private tour into the chilly, dark caves to gaze upon cave paintings that date back over 30,000 years. Marvel at the evidence of a bygone culture that existed before civilization began. Wander through the caves, gazing at the veritable forests of stalactites, stalagmites, and columns.  After a scenic drive along the Dordogne river valley, you’ll make a private tour of Beynac, the best preserved medieval castle in France, before heading back to the meeting point, enriched by millennia of history.

*** This tour is not accessible for people with reduced mobility *** *** This tour can also be operated in the afternoon on request *** Get in touch with your primeval nature as you discover some of the oldest relics of prehistory. Your private tour begins with a thorough demonstration of techniques used by Paleolithic humans to make fire, to illuminate the dark caves in which they lived, and to paint. After getting a taste of prehistoric life, you’ll head in to the chilly, dark caves to gaze upon cave paintings that date back over 30,000 years for an exceptional private tour. Marvel at the evidence of a bygone culture that existed before civilization began. Wander through the caves, gazing at the veritable forests of stalactites, stalagmites, and columns.

*** This tour is not accessible for people with reduced mobility *** Discover Richard the Lion Heart castle and la Roque gageac during this unique private sightseeing tour with live commentaries on local history. Pickup in Sarlat and short drive to the Dordogne Valley. Private guided tour of Beynac Medieval Castle (Richard the Lion Heart Castle), one of the best preserved medieval castle in France. When the castle is closed from January 2 to February 3, we replace this visit by a private tour of Castelnaud Medieval Castle and its medieval warfare museum. Guided tour of La Roque Gageac, one of the most beautiful village of the Dordogne valley. Several stops to make photos at the most beautiful spots of the valley.

*** This tour is not accessible for people with reduced mobility *** Climb aboard a comfortable van in Sarlat and after a 1-hour trip punctuated by photo stops through the majestic landscapes of the Dordogne Valley, you will reach Rocamadour, one of the most beautiful medieval villages in France, built in a vertiginous setting against a cliff face, a thousand-year-old historic UNESCO site. During this guided tour you will learn about the legends at the origin of this sacred place. You will discover the sanctuary and admire the miraculous chapel and its black virgin, the sarcophagus of St. Amadour dug into the rock of the cliff, and the legendary sword Durandal. On the way back , we will make a stop to visit a unique place : either the Cougnaguet medieval watermill (april to october) or Autoire medieval village (available all year – on request from april to october).