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This self-guided walking holiday explores the beautiful medieval villages that are so unique to France's Dordogne region.
Arrive in Rocamadour, home to one of France's most venerated sites and a place of pilgrimage for thousands of years. Your hotel - with private pool - is nestled in parkland and is a haven of tranquillity. *You stay at Hotel Les Esclargies (breakfast included)*
Before leaving Rocamadour, explore this UNESCO village that clings prettily to the cliffside. Discover its ancient chapels and medieval sanctuary, then set off for Meyronne via the Grottes de Lacave. Stay the night in a beautifully converted 11th century chateau hotel. *(Staying at Hotel de la Terrasse)*
Distance in Km: 10
Distance in Miles: 7
Activity Hours: 3
You have lots of choices today. Either relax by the hotel pool or walk south of the river to Rocher Sainte-Marie and the Grottes de Lacave. If you prefer, head to the town of Rocamadour, home to the shrine of the Black Madonna and one of France's most venerated religious sites. Alternatively, travel by taxi to the Gouffre de Padirac, an enormous chasm where you descend into an underground cave system that you then explore by boat along the subterranean stream. *(Staying at Hotel de la Terrasse)*
Leave Meyronne following the rewarding path along the Roc de Monges with spectacular panoramic views along the river and buzzards and kites soaring overhead. Take the GR6 path through sleepy hamlets and lush farmland, rejoining the river at Chateau de la Treyne before continuing on to the atmospheric small town of Souillac. *(Staying at La Vielle Auberge)*
Distance in Km: 19
Distance in Miles: 12
Activity Hours: 5
Wander around this delightful town or visit the Musee de l'Automate, which holds the largest collection of mechanical toys and dolls in France. Alternatively, walk to La Durantie for more stunning views along the Dordogne Valley. *(Staying at La Vielle Auberge)*
Take a transfer to Roufillac then head along the south bank of the Dordogne River into the heart of the Perigord Nord. You can also take a short detour to visit Chateau de Fenelon en route to Carsac. *(Staying at La Villa Romaine)*
Distance in Km: 16
Distance in Miles: 10
Activity Hours: 4
Walk along the disused railway line that is now a 'voie verte' into Sarlat and explore this mediaeval town, the capital of the Perigord Noir. Wander the warren of old lanes and charming courtyards with their Renaissance facades and richly ornamented buildings, now protected by law. *(Staying at La Villa Romaine)*
Today's wonderful day of walking takes you along one of the historically interesting sections of the Dordogne River. Pass stone bories (dry stone huts) and small country hamlets as you walk between Chateau de Montfort, Vitrac port and La Roque-Gageac, with incredible views. With the fortifications of Castelnau just across the river from you, stroll into the incredible towering stronghold of Beynac with its quaint cobbled lanes, once besieged by Richard the Lionheart. Take a short but steep detour up to the Chateau de Beynac - perhaps enjoy a refreshing drink on a cafe terrace, with stunning views over the river) then continue through the serene countryside to your hotel. *(Staying at the Domaine de Monrecour Chateau Hotel, Half Board)*
Distance in Km: 19
Distance in Miles: 12
Activity Hours: 5
* 8 Nights, hotel-to-hotel
* 4 Days walking
* Any day arrivals 1st May 2021 to 30th September 2021
* Continental breakfasts and 5 evening meals
* Route notes and maps provided
* Luggage transfers between hotels
Continental breakfasts and 5 evening meals.
The Dordogne has a rich cuisine based on 'produits du terroir' (locally grown
produce). A typical first course would be 'tourain', an onion and garlic soup
cooked in a broth with duck or goose fat, and ladled over slices of country
bread and cheese. Paté, often duck or goose, is equally popular, as is foie
gras. Main course specialities also include duck and goose, often served in
light cream sauces and, in the autumn, fresh cepes. Duck or goose fat is also
used for the accompanying pommes de terre sarladaises - slices of potato
sauteed in goose fat, with garlic, parsley and wild mushrooms. Traditional
desserts include tarte aux noix, and flognarde, a type of flan with fruit and
liqueur. A local cheese that is worth tasting is Bleu des Causses, similar to
Roquefort, as well as Rocamadour goat's cheese. There are also some fantastic
wines that come from the local area and a little further afield in
Bordeaux that will accompany your meals perfectly.
* 8 Nights, hotel-to-hotel
* 4 Days walking
* Any day arrivals 1st May 2021 to 30th September 2021
* Continental breakfasts and 5 evening meals
* Route notes and maps provided
* Luggage transfers between hotels
Classification: Self-Guided
Activity Level: 3 (Moderate)
Average daily distance: 16.5km/10.5 miles
No. of days walking: 4
Terrain and route: The suggested walking mainly follows Peaceful well-marked
walks mainly through forests, sunflower fields and along riverside paths.
Rolling hills, so no need for a head for heights.
Vehicle Support: This is a self-guided trip for those who prefer to walk
independently, but with our assistance to take out the stress of the
logistics and planning. We arrange your accommodation, provide you with a map
and route notes so that you can walk at your own pace, while your bags are
transported from one hotel to the next. A representative will be there to
meet you and will be on call throughout the trip should you need.
It is important that you are happy reading maps and following route notes, we
make these as accurate as possible and they are regularly checked.
As this is a self-guided holiday there is no group and no leader. There may
be others on the same departure date as you, but you will not be organised
together. The route notes contain a 24-hour emergency assistance telephone
number should you need it and in emergencies, the local representative is
normally able to dispatch a taxi or pick you up themselves. They may wish to
charge for this service.
Families
Self-guided walking holidays are a perfect option for families as they offer
the freedom for you to take your holiday at your own pace. You can stop as
and when you want and need, at the cafes and restaurants that suit your
family and the sites that interest you.
Hotels
You will stay in characterful 3 & 4 star hotels throughout, including a grand
country manor set in its own private parkland, two beautifully preserved
chateaux and a traditional family-run auberge. All hotels have private
swimming pools.
Continental breakfasts and 5 evening meals.
The Dordogne has a rich cuisine based on 'produits du terroir' (locally grown
produce). A typical first course would be 'tourain', an onion and garlic soup
cooked in a broth with duck or goose fat, and ladled over slices of country
bread and cheese. Paté, often duck or goose, is equally popular, as is foie
gras. Main course specialities also include duck and goose, often served in
light cream sauces and, in the autumn, fresh cepes. Duck or goose fat is also
used for the accompanying pommes de terre sarladaises - slices of potato
sauteed in goose fat, with garlic, parsley and wild mushrooms. Traditional
desserts include tarte aux noix, and flognarde, a type of flan with fruit and
liqueur. A local cheese that is worth tasting is Bleu des Causses, similar to
Roquefort, as well as Rocamadour goat's cheese. There are also some fantastic
wines that come from the local area and a little further afield in
Bordeaux that will accompany your meals perfectly.
Your luggage is transported from hotel to hotel for you. Transfers will be in
a taxi or minibus. On Day 6 there is a transfer to Roufillac.
Your trip normally starts at our hotel in Martel on the afternoon of Day 1 of
the itinerary.
Flight Inclusive prices include our standard flights and transfers
British Airways Heathrow to Toulouse 07:40/10:30 then rail Toulouse to
Souillac 14:28/16:30 Mon-Thurs & Sat, 13:25/15:18 Fri & 13:34/15:29 Sun and
transfer to hotel 20 minutes. Return: Transfer to Souillac station 50
minutes/Brive station 90 minutes then rail Souillac to Toulouse 12:30/14:33
Mon-Fri & Sun & Brive to Toulouse 12:02/14:15 Sat then British Airways
Toulouse to Heathrow 17:40/18:35 except Fridays when 19:50/20:45.
Business/club/first class seats are available on request.
Alternative transfers
If you require alternative transfers (because you will be arriving at a
different time to our standard flights), then we can usually arrange these
for you (there may be an additional charge).
Transfers included from Souillac train station at 16:30 Mon-Thurs & Sat,
15:18 Fri and 15:29 Sun and back to Souillac train station at 11:30 Mon-Fri &
Sun and back to Brive at 10:20 Sat.
Alternative transfers
If you require alternative transfers (because you will be arriving at a
different time to our standard flights), then we can usually arrange these
for you (there may be an additional charge)
Summers in the Dordogne are warm-hot with temperatures reaching 25-35 degrees
Celcius. There may be occasional storms and showers, these are usually short
but you should be prepared. Colder spells can also arrive and last a day or
two. Temperatures in the early morning can still be quite mild, so it is a
good idea to have an additional layer.
In spring and autumn the weather in the Dordogne is similar but milder, with
temperatures around 22-28 degrees Celcius and with a greater chance of rain -
especially in late spring.
* Walking boots
* Water bottle
* Daypack
* Sun hat, sun cream and sunglasses
* Warm jumper
* Waterproofs
* Walking poles are strongly recommended
* A small umbrella in case of unexpected showers
* Swimming costume and towel for swimming pool at the hotel
You will only need money for lunches, snacks and drinks and any sites you
wish to go to. Lunches can be inexpensive if you buy produce from local
markets or shops and make up a picnic. However, if you stop at a café you
can easily spend €15. We would recommend budgeting for €5-15 for lunches
and allow an additional €10 a day for any extras.
* Visas and vaccinations
* Travel insurance
* Single supplements
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