Top Bergerac Half-day Tours

The Lascaux IV International Center of Parietal Art is a cutting-edge exhibition space dedicated to Cro-Magnon cave paintings. Getting there usually requires an expensive rental car, but you’ll have transportation covered with this in-depth tour. Spend time exploring interactive multimedia displays and an impressive cave replica. You’ll also make stops in two picturesque villages in tiny, lush Vezere Valley, where you can admire stunning medieval-era homes.

*** 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 exclusive 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 outside of public opening hours. 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. (entrance fees not included) Visit a second cave with incredible geological formations and cave bears claw marks.

Soar to the dizzying heights of Rocamadour, one of France’s most mesmerizing pilgrimage sites, on this 4 hour small-group tour from Sarlat. Follow your guide through the maze of cliff-side churches and chapels, and discover the site’s religious significance. Take a peek at the sacred Notre Dame Chapel and the sanctuary of the Blessed Virgin Mary, then enjoy the dramatic views from the 14th-century château that crowns the hilltop.

Explore the Dordogne Valley with ease on this private half-day tour of the region’s castles and villages. With your itinerary and transport handled by a private guide, focus on the Dordogne’s history and sights. Highlights include a guided tour of La Roque Gageac village and views of Château de Beynac (replaced by Château de Castelnaud from January to mid February). Note that entry fees, including castle entrances, are extra.

Get a perspective on the Dordogne that few other visitors get to see, and enjoy an active way to travel, on this private quad-bike tour near Bergerac. With your instructor and all necessary equipment provided, getting started is made easy. Passengers and licensed drivers can explore Périgord nature, spot castles, pass the Monbazillac vineyards, and more. To cap off the experience, savor a gourmet snack featuring rillettes, foie gras, and wine.

The UNESCO-listed town of Rocamadour is renowned for its sacred chapels and magnificent cliff-side setting, and this tour is ideal for first-time visitors. Admire the scenery on the journey through the Dordogne Valley, enjoy spectacular views of Rocamadour as you approach, then visit the sanctuary, pilgrim’s staircase, and the Black Madonna on a guided walking tour with your private guide.

A Perfect Jaunt Through the Magic of the Dordogne on this private half day trip from Sarlat. Visit the most beautiful villages of France of Beynac and La Roque Gageac. Participate in a boat ride on the Dordogne to admire mighty castles.

* 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.. Then take a private 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.

Discover Rocamadour, a UNESCO World Heritage site, on a half-day tour from Sarlat. Explore the medieval village, visit the revered sanctuary, and enjoy stunning views. - Tour the spectacularly perched Notre Dame chapel of Rocamadour - Enjoy free time to wander and enjoy the village as you wish - Dordogne Tour can be customized to suit your interests - Local Tour Guide, Expert of the Dordogne & Lot Region

*** This tour is not accessible for people with reduced mobility *** Climb aboard a comfortable electric 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. You will walk down the cross trail (lift on the way back), 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 private tour begins with an exclusive visit outside public hours to Grottes de Cougnac, where you’ll see 30,000-year-old cave paintings and learn how Paleolithic humans made fire and created art. After a scenic drive along the Dordogne River with a photo stop at La Roque-Gageac, explore Château de Beynac, one of France’s best-preserved medieval castles. Entrance fees for Cougnac and Beynac castles are not included.