Best of the Dordogne
From £1359 per person
9 Days / 8 Nights
18 - 26 September 2027
Other dates may be available
In addition to its château-studded countryside and picturesque villages, the Dordogne boasts some of the world’s best, recently unearthed prehistoric cave art.
Today it’s known to the French as the Périgord and is divided into four colour-coded areas:
Périgord Pourpre (purple) for the winegrowing regions around Bergerac; Périgord Noir (black) for the dark oak forests around the Vézère Valley and Sarlat-la-Canéda; Périgord Blanc (white) after the limestone hills around the capital Périgueux; Périgord Vert (green) for the forested regions of the north.
Vézac is home to one of the world’s most magnificent landscapes, the famed overhanging Gardens of Marqueyssac.
Rocamadour is a small clifftop village in a spectacular setting and is world-famous for its collection of religious buildings.
Domme is one of the best preserved medieval Bastide towns with wonderful views over the Dordogne River.
From La Roque Gageac, take a traditional flat-bottomed boat trip and admire the Château de Castelnaud, Château de Marqueyssac, Château de Lacoste and Château de la Malartrie from the unique vantage point of the river.
Tour Dates & Prices
What's Included
Return Ferry Crossing from Dover to Calais (other ferry crossings available on request or upgrade to LeShuttle)
1 Night at the Hotel Eden Park, Pont-l’Évêque
1 Night at the Novotel Hotel, Amboise
5 Nights at the Hôtel la Hoirie Sarlat-la-Canéda
1 Night at the Novotel Chemins Sologne-Demeures Campagne, Orléans
8 Breakfasts, 8 Dinners - Including Welcome Dinner on the First Night
Road Book featuring Maps, Great Drives & Local Attractions
Commemorative Tour Rally Plate
Car Parking at all Hotels
Itinerary
DAY 1 Ferry Crossing to Calais, Drive to Pont-l’Évêque & Welcome Dinner
DAY 2 Pont-l’Évêque to Amboise via Le Mans
DAY 3 Amboise to Sarlat-la-Canéda
DAYS 4-7 At leisure touring the Dordogne
DAY 8 Sarlat-la-Canéda to Orléans
DAY 9 Orléans to Calais & Ferry Crossing back to the UK
Hotels
Hotel Eden Park
Hotel Eden Park by Brava Hoteles is located 2 km from Girona Airport, 7 km from Girona centre, and 30 minutes' drive from the Costa Brava. The air-conditioned rooms are bright and feature a flat-screen TV. They also include a minibar with 1 free bottle of water per stay. The bathroom comes with free toiletries, bath, and hairdryer. The toilet is separated. Hotel Eden Park by Brava Hoteles is set in pleasant gardens, and has a bar with an outdoor terrace. Regional cuisine is served in the à la carte restaurant. Guests can also use the outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre. Free parking is avaliable on site. Pets are permitted, charges may apply. This hotel offers facilties for disabled guests.
Logis Hôtel la Hoirie
Hotel La Hoirie is a welcoming hotel in the medieval town of Sarlat-la-Canéda. With traditionally styled rooms, a friendly restaurant, and proximity to Sarlat’s historic centre, it offers authentic Dordogne charm. Guests enjoy exploring nearby markets, riverside villages, and the region’s prehistoric sites. The hotel restaurant specialises in traditional dishes from the Perigord region and uses fresh local produce. This hotel also has an outdoor swimming pool. Guests at La Hoirie also benefit from free WiFi internet access and free private parking is provided on site. Facilities are avaliable for disabled guests. Pets are permitted, charges may apply.
Novotel Amboise
Novotel Amboise is a modern hotel situated close to the Loire Valley’s famed châteaux. Featuring spacious rooms, contemporary facilities, and an on-site restaurant, it’s ideal for guests exploring Amboise’s royal heritage and nearby wine country. Its location and comfort make it a great choice for touring France’s historic heartland. The hotel offers a terrace, swimming pool with a panoramic view of Amboise Château.
The air-conditioned rooms (hot air in winter and cool air in summer) all include an electric keetle a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. Each room has a private bathroom with free toiletries supplied and a hairdryer.
You can enjoy traditional French cuisine in the restaurant for dinner and additional facilities include a bar, a children's play area and outdoor tennis, football and basketball court. This hotel offers facilities for disabled guests. ree parking is avaliable on site. Pets are permitted, charges may apply.
Novotel Orléans Chemins Sologne-Demeures Campagne
Novotel Orléans is a contemporary hotel on the outskirts of the city. Providing stylish and quirky rooms that Novotel are renowned for as well as pool facilities with outdoor bar area. The restaurant offers a hearty food, and the bar serves a wide variety of beverages and cocktails. The location provides easy access to the Loire Valley’s attractions and scenic drives. Disabled access rooms are available. Pets are permitted but charges apply.