Dordogne Day Tour : Prehistory and The Art of the Caves from Sarlat
4.6 · 107 Reviews
Excellent Quality
Overview
Follow a small group scheduled tour that will take you to the most significant sites that are linked with palaeolithic art of the Dordogne. The tour will include the visit of the National Prehistory Museum that houses the largest collection of palaeolithic artefacts in the world. Then discover Lascaux IV cave, a perfect reproduction of Lascaux, in which you will contemplate the paintings that can be seen in the original cave. Finally, admire the dramatic troglodytic site of La Roque Saint-Christophe, a sheer limestone cliff inhabited since Paleolithic times, with guided explanations about prehistoric shelters and ancient engineering adapted to the cliffs. After immersing yourself in these legendary sites, travel back to Sarlat with memories of an extraordinary journey into prehistory.
What's Included
Professional guide
English speaking qualified driver guide
Live commentary on board
Entrance fees to Prehistory Museum, Lascaux IV and La Roque Saint-Christophe
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Children under 4 years old are not allowed on the tour
It is cold in the caves (13°C / 56°F), warm clothing is strongly recommended
Please note that the infant seats are available upon request, please inform us at the moment of the booking (number and age of the children)
Pets are not allowed on the tour
English tours of the Caves of Lascaux IV are very limited in number, most of the visits are in French. Your guide will explain the cave before and after the tour as simultaneous translation in the cave is strictly forbidden
Important information : please note that this visit includes climbing stairs and is therefore not indicated for guests with mobility issues
Please note : the order of visits may vary according to reserved time slots at Lascaux IV
Reviews
4.6
based on 107 reviews