Dordogne hiking tour : Le Périgord Noir
Hiking trip details : Le Périgord Noir
Located in the Dordogne valley, the Périgord Noir is at the crossroads of major tourist sites from prehistoric and medieval times. Thanks to its natural, cultural, architectural, historical and gastronomic heritage, it is a destination of choice for history and gastronomy lovers, artists and sportsmen. Normandie Rando offers you a walking tour in the Périgord Noir.
An unforgettable week at the heart of the Périgord Noir
Your walking tour starts in the medieval town of Sarlat. Take a day to visit the wonders of this old walled town before heading through the forest to the Dordogne Valley and on to Monfort. Afterwards, you will visit some spectacular hilltop villages starting with Domme where you can see the castles of Castelnaud and Millandes, then Beynac and Les Eyzies.
The next day, you will cross the Dordogne valley to the Vézère river valley to discover decorated caves dating from the Upper Palaeolithic, the castle of Tayac and other archaeological sites. The next day, you will visit small villages typical of the Dordogne. Don't forget to have a good picnic to enjoy your gastronomic walk in the Périgord Noir.
You will finish your walk in Montignac, a village that is home to the famous Lascaux cave. You can visit the replica before taking a short canoe trip to Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère.
Incredible holidays with Normandie Rando
Experience your holidays in a different way by discovering the French heritage and by taking a walking holiday with Normandie Rando. As an expert travel agency in hiking and cycling, we offer you well-tried itineraries in Alsace, Burgundy, Normandy and Périgord.
Our team organises your walking tour from A to Z and takes care of absolutely everything, from the transfer of your luggage to the booking of accommodation and meals. All you have to do is enjoy your exceptional holiday without having to plan anything.
DAY 1 : Arrival in Sarlat
Sarlat is a magnificent town. Its history and architecture make it one of the most emblematic places in the South West of France.
Night in Sarlat (Dinner included in Comfort+ option)
DAY 2 : Sarlat
This day is dedicated to the discovery of Sarlat. We will provide you with a map of the important sites in the town. We also recommend a visit to the market, one of the most beautiful in France.
Night in Sarlat.
DAY 3 : Sarlat to Domme
Distance : 18km / 23km
You will start the day by crossing the forest to reach the Dordogne Valley. The river will lead you to Monfort. You will continue your journey and finally arrive in Domme, a perched village where you will spend the night. Your hotel will be located in an old bastide overlooking the Dordogne. We invite you to explore this typical village with its narrow streets, shops and breathtaking views !
Night in Domme. (Dinner included in the Comfort+ option)
DAY 4 : Domme to Les Eyzies
Distance : 15km
The highlights of this day are the castles of Castelnaud and Millandes, which we recommend you visit. After that, you will follow the river to Beynac, another perched village. A taxi will be waiting for you for a transfer to your hotel in Les Eyzies.
Nuit in Les Eyzies. (Dinner included in the Comfort+ option)
DAY 5 : Les Eyzies loop
Distance : 14km
You will start the day with a transfer to St Cyprien, the starting point of the day's hike.
You will cross the Dordogne valley to the Vézère river valley. Here you will find sites listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The inscription concerns mainly decorated caves among the most important for the study of Upper Palaeolithic cave art, but also a number of archaeological sites. You will also have the chance to visit the castle of Tayac, which focuses on Neanderthal man.
Night in Les Eyzies.
DAY 6 :Les Eyzies to Montignac
Distance : 15km / 20km / 25km
During this day you will walk up the Vézère river, crossing it several times, and you will meet charming little villages typical of the Dordogne. Weather permitting, a good picnic with local produce is the best option. In the evening you will stay in the pretty village of Montignac.
Night in Montignac. (Dinner included in the Comfort+ option)
DAY 7 : Grotte de Lascaux
Distance : 7km
The village of Montignac was occupied as early as the Palaeolithic period and then colonised by the Romans. The prehistoric era left us with the Lascaux cave, discovered in September 1940.
Starting from Montignac, this walk will take you to the top of the hill where the famous Lascaux cave is located... It was discovered in 1940 by 4 teenagers. The cave is closely guarded in order to preserve this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Only its identical replica - Lascaux 2 - is accessible to the public today.
In the afternoon, we recommend a canoe trip to Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère.
Night in Montignac.
DAY 8 : Montignac
End of the tour in Montignac after breakfast
Our 15 years of experience has enabled us to build strong relationships with all our hotel partners. Some of them have become true friends and we have a real trust in them.
Their priority is to make your stay unforgettable and carefree.
And because everyone has their own budget, we offer you different categories of accommodation.
One thing is certain, from small family accommodation to large 5* hotels, a warm welcome is always reserved for Normandie Rando clients.
Because we organise sporting holidays, we attach great importance to breakfasts.
All the establishments we work with offer a varied and copious breakfast made up of fresh and local products.
Comfort accommodation
You stay in 3* or 4* hotels.
The rooms are spacious and the hotel offers many services.
The bedding is of very good quality and the decoration is well thought out.
Luxury accommodation
You stay in a 4* or 5* hotel.
The establishments are often part of the historical heritage (old houses, castles...)
The rooms are very spacious and have all the necessary equipment.
The bedding is excellent.
High season 2024 : From July 1st to August 31
Accommodation :
Comfort accommodation starting from 990€
Single room supplement : 350€
Solo traveller : 130€ supplement
High season supplement : +20€
Group traveller (more than 4 persons) : 50€ discount
Departure everyday
All prices, discounts and supplements are per person.
The list of hotels included in your stay is available on request via our contact form.
Included in the tour price :
- 7 nights in standard, comfort or luxury accommodation with breakfast
- 6 days of hiking.
- Luggage transfers in between each steps.
- Detailled tour explanations, advices...
- Travel documents : roadbook, detailled maps and GPX tracks (on demand)
- 4 dinners in comfort+ option
Non included in tour price :
- 3 or 7 dinners depending on chosen option
- Daily tourist taxes
- Lunches and drinks
- Entry fees and tickets for cultural and historical sites
- Travel insurance
- Single room supplement.
- High season supplement
How to get there ?
Coming by train from Paris :
Paris - Sarlat: around 4h30 min (via Bordeaux)
Coming by car :
A20
Free parking lot in Sarlat
How to go back ?
Getting back to Paris by train :
Montignac to Brive la Gaillarde by bus (line 8) or taxi ( around 100€ )
Then Sncf Brive la Gaillarde train station to Paris (4h30 min - direct train)
Get your car back at the end of your tour :
- Bus from Montignac to Sarlat - line 7 (around 30 minutes)
- Taxi transfer from your hotel in Montignac to Sarlat (prices on demand)
Sarlat
Montignac
8 days/7 nights
Moderate
N/C
84 km
From 990.00€
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