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We recommend you visit Monkey Forest, Rocher des Aigles, and the famous Sanctuary of Rocamadour among other places. Wherever you choose to visit, your guide will give you a perspective beyond the obvious delights to the real Rocamadour only locals know about.

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2 day - Lascaux IV and Rouffignac - Prehistory Cave Art Private Guided Tour - Dordogne

This is a 2 day private tour step on guided tour although I can hire a car if you wish.

As your Private Guide / Translator we will explore fantastic prehistoric cave art in Lascaux IV, plus the beautiful cave art of Rouffignac, the famous museum in Les Eyzies and the PIP plus another local prehistoric cave.

As I have worked as a custodian and guide of prehistoric cave art in 3 major sites, 2 in the Dordogne including Lascaux II, I have an indepth knowledge of this ancient and mysterious culture which I would love to share with you and will be able to point out areas and stories that the onsite guide will pass over.
We will visit the brand new state of the art Lascaux IV.
Here there are 2 replicas of the chambers of the Lascaux cave containing beautiful copies of these world famous paintings. There is also an interactive museum.

During this tour we will also visit another privately owned cave with prehistoric paintings

Discover the beautiful art of your ancestors within the UNESCO listed Valley of the Vézere

Prehistoric Cave Art at Lascaux & Rouffingnac & Vezere Valley Villages Full Day Tour

Cutting through limestone cliffs, the Vezerre river winds it way through a region of France, that's is world renown for the examples of prehistoric art works. Aptly named the "Valley of Man".

A short drive from Sarlat, we visit the site of the caves of Lascaux. Discovered in 1940 by 4 local teenage boys, who followed their dog into a narrow entrance to a cavern, to discover 17, 000-year-old paintings, consisting mostly of 900 animal representations, deer, horses, cows, & bison. Here are the finest examples of art from the Upper Paleolithic period. Truly the most beautiful colourful examples of pre historic cave art in France.

The stunning new museum completed in 2016, today houses the reproduction of the famous Lascaux cave. Just 20km away at another cave we are able to admire the real art work on the walls of the cave depicting 100 wooly mammoths as they were painted, 14, 000 years ago. The day will be spent visiting prehistoric caves villages and museums, unmissable for the lovers of prehistory.

The private cave at Rouffignac ..... there are no signs just a sculpture at the entrance of a wooly mammoth

A most relaxing way to discover the 3km of caves at Rouffignac

Autumn season is one of the most beautiful times to visit the Valley. Colours are stunning and far less crowds

The Stunning new Museum at Lascaux built just in front of the hillside where the original caves exist.fabulous to visit just to walk through the field of wildflowers right up to the front doors

The art works that you will see are the most colourful use of ochre in prehistoric cave Art

There are over 900 different animals depicted at Lascaux

Modern new Museum of Lascaux designed by specialist landscape architects Snorhetta, from Norway

The stunning replica of the caves at Lascaux

Experience Stunning New Lascaux & Authentic Famous Prehistoric Cave Art and the Vezere Valley

Bring your camera and I will take you on a journey, to be amazed at the beauty of some of the Dordogne's most photogenic landscapes and hilltop villages.
In France the area is most famous for its gourmet delights, notably paté de foie gras, walnuts and black truffles. It Is the River that has created the landscape where we retrace the history of the chateaux fortresses villages gardens and the beautiful river itself that carved out the region, the 5th most visited in france. Taking the back roads to show you secret places well guarded by the locals.
The epicurean centre, of this Dordogne is known as "le Périgord noir"is the town of Sarlat and the river Dordogne, This is the classic Dordogne, with its limestone cliffs, castles (such as Beynac or Castelnaud) and picturesque honey coloured stone villages such as Domme and La roque Gageac, and also its world-famous caves prehistoric paintings.
Quintessential France at its best .

Medieval market towns, fortified Villages, Castles &amp; Scenic Landscapes - Two-Days Tour

Dordogne River Valley Tour 2 days

Guided Private Tour - Castles and Prehistoric Cave Art

We will meet at your hotel and travel to the fascinating prehistoric cave of the 100 Mammoths in Rouffignac, where we will travel 2 kms into the cave on wonderful electric train.

With my interest and passion in prehistory I will be able to add to your visit by giving you many more interesting insights into this ancient culture.

After a delicious lunch we will visit the "sleeping beauty" Chateau des Milandes, once home of Josephine Baker, the famous singer/dancer and member of the French Resistance. Here that she lived with her 12 adopted children, "the Rainbow Tribe". I have worked here as a guide so have in depth knowledge of the visit.
There is also a wonderful display of falconery in the beautifully laid out gardens.

We will also visit the beautiful village La Roque Gageac beside the river Dordogne and travel through some stunning countryside.

Largest Eagle Owl in Europe. The archduke

From the Middle Ages back in time to Prehistory

Full day Private Guided Tour - Rocamadour and the prehistoric cave Cougnac

As your private Guide / translator we will explore the stunning village of Rocamadour with its mediaeval streets and famous church, holding a rare Black Madonna. Discovering this ancient site will help take you back in time, walking in the footsteps of the pilgrims you will experience the atmosphere of this beautiful village, miraculously perched on a cliff.

After a delicious regional French lunch we will go to the local prehistoric cave of Cougnac.

I have worked as a guide of prehistoric cave art in 3 major sites, two in the Dordogne including Lascaux II. I have an indepth knowledge of this ancient and mysterious culture which I would love to share with you. As practising professional artist I will be able to reveal and point out relevant details of this fabulous art and allow to see more clearly its origins. With insights into why they were created you will come away wanting to discover more.

Sketch of the enigmatic Black Madonna, celebrated for her powers of healing and saving lives at lost at sea.

Discover magnificent Rocamadour set into the cliff with its Black Madonna and visit the wonderful prehistoric cave

Walk Talk and Eat. A private full day Gourmet lovers tour in the Dordogne

It's all about foie gras! But of course there are other duck and goose products. Duck confit and saladaise potatoes are a regional speciality. So much to discover in the local markets, such as preserved duck, preserved pork and wild mushrooms
Depending on the season, you might also enjoy walnuts or black Périgord truffles, chestnuts or strawberries of the Périgord. And how to resist the call of local goat cheese of Rocamadour the Cabécou cheese with a bottle of wine…?
A private guided tour with explanations of produce and specialities of the region at a local Market in Sarlat or another Village depending on the day of the week.
We drive around the picturesque country side and along the dordogne river valley taking in the spectacular scenery of the chateaux and hilltop villages. We meet local cheese makers &amp; visit a walnut oil press and experience demonstrations. We visit local farms making charcuterie sausages, terrines and Fois Gras. Visit the only local vineyards at Domme where we sample exceptional wine

A French Gourmet lovers tour of Dordogne Valley. Gourmands and foodies this is for you.

Rocamadour World Heritage UNESCO site & Villages of the Lot Valley - Full Day Tour

We drive along rugged, unspoiled landscapes to arrive at the sacred town and the most important pilgrimage site of Rocamadour.

The first surprise is its a tiny village perched high on the side of a limestone cliff and towers majestically on limestone canyons. Since 12th century kings, Bishops Nobels and pilgrims came to visit religious sanctuaries and more especially for its Black Virgin. It is the second most visited attraction in France after Mont-Saint-Michel! climbing the main staircase leading to the church square, pilgrims and walkers discover the seven sanctuaries of Rocamadour, among which, the Unmissable, the Notre-Dame chapel or miracles chapel contains a statue of the Black Virgin dating from the 12th century. The former popes' palace, whose entrance is also situated on the square, is home to the Sacred Art museum and its collection of religious works from the town. departing from the chapels we wander through a forrest sanctuary to reach the cathedral and popes residences at the top

Popular walking trails in the Quercy Region near Rocamadour

The forrest Sanctuary stations of the Cross

Over looking the village from the sanctuaries at Rocamadour

The religious chapels and sanctuaries at Rocamadour built into the limestone cliffs

Visit Amazing site of Rocamadour and Medieval Villages of the Lot Valley .

Walking Private Guided Tour - discover the hidden beauty of the Dordogne

For those of you tired of driving and touring this is a refreshing and relaxing day of walking through some of beautiful Dordogne woodland and countryside and exploring one of the most beautiful villages in France.

Just need some good walking boots/trainers and a sunhat.

It is easy walking, along the old pathways which travel through the valley of the Vezere. Through glades and open fields.
We will walk to a beautiful hidden Medieavale / Renaissance Chateau in a stlye typical of the region. With it's lauze roof and honey coloured stone.

After lunch we will explore a beautiful village of St Amand de Coly which hosts a fortified Mediaeval Abbey

Along the way there will be plenty of time to explore the countryside, discuss the region, see a small truffle plantation and hear about the local customs.

I have been living and working in France for 20 years. this tour is designed to give you a unique and authentic experience with some wonderful memories and let you discover hidden local gems.

Full day walking off the beaten track to discover some of the Dordogne's secret treasures.

A Gourmet Guided Private Tour of Sarlat in the Perigord

This is a walk to delight the taste buds and the mind, giving you the opportunity to make photos as we go.
We will take a historical tour around the picturesque and unspoilt mediaeval town centre of Sarlat. The architecture in the centre of this town has hardly changed from the Middle Ages. It was abandoned for many years and given renewed life in the 1960's.

Here we will taste local specialities made from, geese, duck (foie-gras), walnuts, wild boar.
These tours are available in the morning and afternoon on the market days of Wednesday and Saturday morning.

One of the many restaurants for after the food tasting

Taste the delights of duck, wild boar, walnuts and wine through the ancient passageways of time.

We Visit 3 Exceptional Chateau Vineyards with a professional Somellier .
Discover the Dordogne or the Lot Valley signature wines through our visits to both established wineries and lesser known gems.
The Romans planted the first vines in Bergerac during the 1st century. The warmth of the Aquitaine and the temperate climate of the Dordogne River; the hillsides and plateaus, which provide maximum sunshine and perfect drainage; the poor quality rocky limestone soils that force the vines to work harder. All these factors produce wines with wonderful flavours and aromas.
There are over 900 dedicated wine producers, it can be overwhelming to decide which wineries to visit. I can discuss with you your preference in the wines you like so that we visit the ones you will enjoy the most .
We explore some of the most beautiful wine country and I share with you my favourites around Perchemant.
Learn how the wines are made, meet the wine makers visit the chateau vineyards and gardens and indulge in their delicious wine

Experience Ancient Vineyards, Villages, Chateau, Gourmet Food and Wine

Dordogne Full Day Wine Tour

Chateau Montbazillac and Wine Tasting in Beautiful Bergerac Region Tour

I have lived in France over 20 years and have a vast amount knowledge to share with you about this country's rich culture; with it's history, cuisine and wines. We will visit the beautiful Chateau of Montbazillac making its world renown sweet white wine. The Chateau has a magnicent view and plenty of history.
I have knowledge on wines that I would be happy to share this with you all.
At the end of which there will be a wine tasting of their excellent, delicate, sweet white Montbazillac wine, which is the recommended for drinking with fois gras, it is a wine made with the famous noble rot and is delicious. There will also be some other great local Bergerac wines to taste.

After a delicious regional lunch we will visit Chateau Tour des Gendres.

Bergerac guided wine tour and tastings

Dordogne Valley Cliff Dwellings, Prehistoric Paintings, Geological Formations & Medieval Castles

Everyone from Julius Caesar to the Cro-Magnons have passed through (or under) the lush countryside of the Dordogne Valley. Now it's your turn to explore the hidden treasures that 40, 000 years of history is found in this region.
La Roc St Christophe is 3, 281 feet long, 262 high, 55, 000 years old, its the biggest cave dwelling in Europe. The Caves at Rouffignac depicts a Hundred Mammoths, is made up of an 8 kilometre long network of underground galleries spread over three different levels.
At Lascaux IV Museum you see the replica of France's most celebrated cave art with Interactive guides and multi-screen displays. Don't feel put off by the idea of visiting a 'copy', Lascaux IV is guaranteed to give even the smallest of kids the goosebumps.
Padirac Cave entrance is a huge 103m sinkhole leads down to an underground river. By a boat you explore the labyrinth of stunning formations and a turquoise lake.
Be a knight for a day at the huge fortress of Beynac or visit the Castelnaud museum of Medieval Warfare

Vezerre River La Roc st Christophe - prehistoric Village site

An Exciting 2 day Tour of Dordogne Valley perfect for Kids & Adults alike.

2 day - Prehistory Cave Art- Chateau des Milandes - the villages of the Dordogne

As your private driver /guide / translator.

I have worked as a guide of prehistoric cave art in 3 major sites, two in the Dordogne including Lascaux II.
I have an indepth knowledge of this ancient and mysterious culture which I would love to share with you. As practising professional artist I will be able to reveal and point out relevant details of this fabulous art.

≥ Visit the wonderful prehistoric cave of Rouffignac, the cave of 100 mammoths,

≥ Afternoon- we will visit the brand new 'state of the art' centre of Lascaux IV.

Day 2

≥ Beautiful Chateau des Milandes and gardens, once home to the famous American dancer/singer.

≥ Afternoon we will visit two medieval picturesque villages.

Feel free to contact me if you would like to customize this tour as there are many other wonderful sites to visit!

Discover a famous and beautiful Chateau, French medievale villages and the fascinating prehistoric art of the region

La Rocque Gageac. Colourful canoes on the Dordogne River pass by one of the most photo graphed village in France. From here we take a boat trip to float along and experience the local history of ancient transport boats taking grapes tobacco corn and walnuts to markets in Bergerac

Perched on a cliff, the fortified town of Domme overhangs magnificently the Dordogne valley. We wander the tiny streets of honey coloured stone houses, its 17th-century covered market hall, The Look out running alongside the cliff and its view point at the top, gives us an exceptional view of the Dordogne valley

Sarlat Gourmet Weekly Markets Showcasing local specialities cheese Fois Gras, duck products, walnuts and fresh black truffles.

Statue "Des Trois Oies " the 3 bronze Geese stand in the centre of the ancient Goose market of the medieval times

Sarlat has remained preserved we wander its ancient cobbled streets to discover stone buildings most representative of 14th century France. Its historic centre, with 77 protected monuments

Spring time Changing colours along the Dordogne River

Not to be missed is a wander through the hill top village of Domme

Chateau Castelnaud de Chapelle in summer .

Chateau De Beynac, perched on rocky outcrop, 150 meters above the Dordogne, come and visit the 12th century medieval castle dominates the Dordogne valley

Every year I am excited to cut the first Sunflowers of early summer from fields that surround my house.

Medieval market towns, fortified Villages, Castles & Scenic Landscapes -

Dordogne River Valley private 1 day tour

Gardens of the Dordogne Valley Full Day Tour

More than any other French region, the Dordogne's fertile landscapes offer an unparalleled and glorious array of gardens. The settings lend themselves to picturesque parks, surrounded by scents of wonderful flowers, often guarded by clipped and coiffed topiary masterpieces. While many of the gardens are truly historic, there are also some fine examples of contemporary design and planting - in effect, something to suit all garden lovers.

Le Manoir d'Eyrignac a master class in the art of topiary. Other gardens that we may visit are the gardens of Cadiot, which are a riot of flowers, and private gardens at la Chartreuse du Colombier, the owner love and passion is full of diversity, and a Baroque pavilion. There is the excitement of visiting the Latour-Marliac Nursery which supplied Monet with his famous water lilies . The gardens of Marqueysac are one of Frances finest enchanting swirl of Box hedges set high above the Dordogne river offering fabulous views to La Roque Gageac.

The Box Hedges of Marqueysac, contemporary sensory gardens ,or water lillies of Monet

Walking tour of a village and dwellings - quiet domains of architectural interest within a UNESCO valley

This is a private walking tour and as your private Guide / translator we will explore one of the stunning villages of this region. It is easy walking within wonderful countryside away from the crowds. Around 8 km and 3 hours as we will stop and chat along the way. I suggest a morning walk as it can get hot in the afternoon in the summer months.

These walks are full of history and natural and architectural interest.

So come and walk in the footsteps of the past.

Discover hidden gems and take home wonderful memories

Bring your camera to capture these secret gems and soak up the history.

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