Historic Dordogne
The Heart of the Perigord Noir
Independent Cycling Tour

This eight-day tour for more experienced cyclists wanders through the Dordogne valley, from the ancient town of Souillac, to linger in the lovely Renaissance city of Sarlat. It continues over hills past medieval fortresses, elegant chateaux and fortified towns. Turning north to follow its tributary the Vézère, you explore prehistoric Les Eyzies and visit the world-famous caves of Lascaux, before returning south to Souillac.

Detailed information

	Detailed itinerary
	Your accommodation and meals
	Departure dates and prices
	Bike details
	Travel options
	Average temperature

Detailed itinerary

There are some hills on this tour, but generally over short distances. They are rewarded by wonderful views.

Day 1: Arrival in Souillac
Explore the narrow streets of the old quarter.

Day 2: Souillac to Sarlat
19 miles
Leave Souillac following the broad tree-lined Dordogne. Cycle along a former railway track to the Renaissance town of Sarlat.

Day 3: Free day to explore Sarlat
Admire the fine architecture and visit some of Sarlat’s specialist shops. On Saturdays and Wednesdays there is a vibrant market.

Day 4: Sarlat to Siorac-en-Périgord
25 miles
Cycle to the fortified hilltop town of Domme. Continue to the ancient village of La Roque Gageac built into the rockface.

Day 5: Siorac-en-Périgord to Les Eyzies
22 miles
From Siorac-en-Périgord cycle to the pretty village of Les Eyzies where you can visit the Font de Gaume, a cave famous for its pre-historic paintings.

Day 6: Les Eyzies to Montignac
20 miles
Continue along the Vézère and if you wish canoe beneath the cliff-face of La Roque St Christophe. Visit the ancient town of Montignac, astride the Vézère since pre-Roman times.

Day 7: Montignac to Souillac
27 miles
Visit the famous caves of Lascaux, which have been called "the Sistine chapel of Pre-historic Art".

Day 8: Departure day

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Your accommodation and meals

You will stay in double or twin rooms in comfortable hotel accommodation along the route. Your luggage is transported to each overnight stop for you, so you can relax and enjoy the cycling.

Accommodation is either 6 nights on a Half Board basis and 1 night Bed & Breakfast or 7 nights Bed & Breakfast depending on what board basis you book.

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Departure dates & prices

Prices include:

• Accommodation for 7 nights
• 6 nights Half Board, 1 nights Bed & Breakfast or 7 nights Bed & Breakfast
• Bicycle hire (21 gears)
• Bicycle bag
• Repair kit
• Route descriptions and maps (1 set per party)
• Luggage transport
• 1 map holder per group
• Bicycle lock.

Departure dates are daily from April to October 2008

Single room supplement: £23 per night
Extra nights: Request price at time of booking

*Prices vary and will be confirmed when you make a booking.

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Bike details

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Travel options

Suggested times and points of departure - please call us to discuss the most suitable flights and latest prices.

Latest HF Holidays Flight Information - updated 05/11/2007 (provisional)

Transfer to Souillac: 2hrs by train (payable locally).

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Average temperature

The average daytime temperatures for this region is listed below:

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