Day 2: Cycling to Montignac and back to Les Eyzies - up to 60 km cycling.
After a delicious breakfast at our hotel, its off for an incredible day of riding and sightseeing. One of the highlights of visiting the Dordogne is the opportunity to visit the regions famous painted caves. We start the day with a visit to the polychrome cave of Font de Gaume. This cave is one of only three in the world with polychrome (multi colored) paintings, and the only one still open to the public. After our visit to Font de Gaume, its back on the bikes as we meander through ancient villages and gorgeous landscapes. We picnic on the banks of the Vezere river before eventually arriving in the village of Montignac. Montignac is a small village made famous by the greatest polychrome cave in the world, Lascaux. Discovered in 1940, the original Lascaux cave has been closed to the public since the 1960s, but we visit the near replica Lascaux II that was created to give us all a glimpse into the lives of our ancestors. Our afternoon ride back to Les Eyzies is a fun filled ride with beautiful scenery and rolling hills. You should have time to further explore Lez Eyzies this evening before heading out for dinner on our own. (B,L).

Le Centenaire

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Les Eyzies

Hôtel du Centenaire is located in Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil, close to Musee National de Prehistoir...

Day 3:Ride to Sarlat, approx 50km.
An incredible day by bike today as we follow the Dordogne river upstream and pass though dreamy villages along the way. We visit La Roque Gageac, one of the more picturesque villages you will ever see and then before long we visit the Chateau de Castelnaud, a 12 century fortress hanging literally over the Dordogne River. We will arrive in the medieval village of Sarlat with time to explore its ancient alleys and pathways. Our hotel is the charming 4 star Clos La Boetie located in the village center. Sarlat is the best preserved Medieval village in all of France and also happens to be the Worlds capital of Foie Gras and truffles! You will have time to shop and explore before heading out for dinner on your own. (B,L)

Clos La Boetie

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Sarlat

The Clos la Boetie in Sarlat is the perfect place to enjoy the charm of French history. This boutiqu...

Day 4:Sarlat countryside loop tour - options for 30-60 km.
After our breakfast of croissants and coffee its off to continue exploring by bike. We head south and before long we are again on the Dordogne River. Our first challenge of the day will come as we ascend the mile long thigh buster up to the Bastide (Fortified Town) of Domme. The effort from the climb is well paid off however, as you will be treated to the most famous Dordogne River viewing in the entire region. Photo ops are a plenty and you also have time to stroll through the villages ancient stone streets. We leave Domme and enjoy a great downhill before heading off to visit more Chateaux and villages in the afternoon. We find a picnic spot in early afternoon and enjoy fresh food from the local markets for lunch. For those wanting extra miles, follow your guide this afternoon and discover remote roads and lost villages. For those wanting to return home early, the ride back to Sarlat has a small hill, but you arrive in time to continue walking around town, perhaps even joining your guide on a tasting adventure of Foie Gras and Sauternes! Dinner on your own in Sarlat. (B,L)

Clos La Boetie

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Sarlat

The Clos la Boetie in Sarlat is the perfect place to enjoy the charm of French history. This boutiqu...

Day 5:Ride to La Treyne approx - 50 km.
After fueling up again this am, we are out for a beautiful day on the bike as we follow the Dordogne River East and enjoy one of our favorite routes along quiet, tree-lined roads. We soon pass the Chateau de Montfort where we can stop for photos before continuing on. We will ride through the towns of Grolejac and numerous other charming villages. We will find a great picnic spot along the way before making our way into the outskirts of Souillac. A few turns through small villages brings us to the breath-taking Chateau de la Treyne. Once you pull your jaws off of the ground, you will be welcomed by elegance and luxury, where you will want to just kick back and enjoy the amenities. After some busy days visiting Sarlat, this is the perfect respite of calm and a chance to take a nap by the pool or read a book. A gastronomic dinner is included to make your day easy and complete! (B,L,D)

Chateau de la Treyne

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Lacave

Overhanging the Dordogne, the castle (XIVth and XVIIth century) combines the authenticity of past, t...

Day 6: Departure day. Your guides will transport you to Souillac where you can get a train to Paris. Take the morning to enjoy a bit more of the chateau hotel and plan a departure around 11am. Departures from Paris are advise for the next day or later.