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Bordeaux and Dordogne
Beautiful chateaus, famous wines and terrific food : what more do you need to experience the real France ? This cycling tour starts in Bordeaux and then...
Best of Dordogne
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Dordogne : Castles & Caves cycling tour
The Dordogne Department of the Aquitaine Region, in the Black Perigord, and if you can get that, you will be delighted to visit Quercy. Nevermind the...
Dordogne & Lascaux Cave Tour
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Dordogne Walking Tour - Lascaux and Prehistoric Caves
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Dordogne Walking Tour : Bergerac and Sarlat
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Dordogne and Sarlat Multisport - 6 nights
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The Dordogne Valley is renowned as one of the most idyllic places for cycling, offering scenic routes along the Dordogne River. As you pedal through this captivating region, you’ll encounter lush landscapes, rolling hills, and historic sites at every turn. Highlights of Dordogne bike trips include stops in picturesque towns like Sarlat, known for its cobbled streets and medieval architecture, Rocamadour, perched dramatically on a cliffside, and Bergerac, a hub for wine lovers.
A tour of Dordogne, France, wouldn’t be complete without a visit to the famous Lascaux caves, home to some of the world’s most significant prehistoric paintings. These caves provide a fascinating glimpse into ancient history, adding a unique cultural dimension to your journey. From medieval castles to ancient art, Dordogne France tours offer an enriching experience for history buffs and casual travelers alike.
Beyond its historical and natural treasures, Dordogne is a destination that appeals to the senses. The region’s gastronomy is legendary, featuring dishes like foie gras, duck confit, and walnut-based desserts, all paired perfectly with wines from Bergerac. Cycling through Dordogne allows you to discover its culinary delights while enjoying the quaint charm of its villages.
Whether you’re planning holidays in Dordogne or a dedicated cycling trip, this region promises an unforgettable adventure. From breathtaking landscapes to rich history and vibrant culture, Dordogne tours offer a unique and rewarding way to explore one of France’s most beloved regions.
REASONS TO DISCOVER DORDOGNE
The Dordogne region boasts hundreds of caves, many of which are open to the public for visits. The two types of commonly found caves in this area are those that are known for their prehistoric paintings and those that are sought out for the incredible rock formations they contain. Some of our cycling tours will take you to the Lascaux Caves in particular – a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located near the village of Montignac, these caves are famous for their numerous prehistoric paintings of animals.
Visitors in Dordogne certainly have their pick of castles to explore, however two in particular stand out from the rest. The Château de Beynac is the best-preserved castle in the region. Erected in the Middle Ages, this amazing structure is perched high atop a limestone cliff above the Dordogne River. The Château de Castelnaud in Castelnaud-la-Chapelle is also incredible. This medieval fortress overlooks the Dordogne Valley.
It is one of the largest towns in the region and is located on the north bank of the Dordogne River, in what is referred to as the Purple Perigord. Take some time to explore the “old town” with its quaint boutiques and fine dining. There are also beautiful old mansions and museums to visit. La Maison des Vins, for example – is the headquarters of the Council of Wine makers of the Bergerac region. The Tobacco Museum is unique in France and housed in a 17th-century house on the street of l’Ancien-Pont. It has an impressive collection of pipes and tools to illustrate the history of tobacco. The city of Bergerac can be visited on most of our Dordogne cycling tours.
The town of Sarlat, capital of the Black Perigord, is centrally located and is perhaps the most famous town in the Dordogne region. With brilliant architecture and cozy little streets perfect for a leisurely bike ride, visitors will quickly learn why so many people choose this town as their travel destination. Don’t miss the Saint Sacerdos Medieval Cathedral, or the Maison de la Boétie, birthplace of Etienne de la Boetie (in 1530), now used for summer exhibitions. Sarlat also hosts the Sarlat Theatre Festival in the summer and a Film Festival in November. The town is in all our Dordogne cycling tours.
Rocamadour is probably the most picturesque village in the Dordogne Valley. You will be awestruck by the impossible construction of this historic town on the side of a cliff. The buildings of Rocamadour (from ròca, cliff, and Saint Amador) rise up the side of a cliff on the right bank of the Alzou River – a tributary to the Dordogne River. Flights of steps ascend from the lower town to the pilgrimage churches. Rocamadour is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Dordogne is made up of many small villages, each with their own unique charm. Among others, our tours will bring you to:
Perigord is famous for its cuisine and a meal in an “auberge de campagne”, local restaurant, is worth the visit! It is the goose grease used in most dishes that gives such a particular taste to the Perigord gastronomy. Among the most famous dishes, we find the Duck confit (confit de Canard) and the Magret de canard – breast from a specific breed of duck. And for a true experience, try the foie gras – a delicacy made from goose or duck liver!
The Black Perigord is famous for its truffles. Truffles are a very specific type of edible mushrooms. They are quite difficult to find and therefore can be very expensive.
Dordogne also has delicious red wines from Bergerac, and the sweet Monbazillac – a white wine produced along the banks of the Dordogne River.
A legend pretends that when God distributed his castles, he started by the Loire Valley. Leaving the area, his bag burst over the Dordogne River and the Perigord region will be eternally thankful for his clumsiness!
Dordogne is known as the ‘cradle of mankind’ because of the numerous prehistoric sites, which have been found in the area.
During Roman Times, the province of Aquitania extended almost as far north as the Loire River. Later on, the area became an English possession when Eleanor of Aquitaine, daughter of the last duke of Aquitaine married to the throne of England’s heir in 1152. It remained English until the 15th century and the end of the Hundred Year’s War when it was then annexed by France.
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EXCELLENT Based on 235 reviews Robert M2025-01-02Verified Croatia Bike Tour = Amazing This is the second time we have used Discover France for a vacation in Europe, both trips were 10/10. This time was a little more special as this was part of our honeymoon! We booked the shorter Croatia trip through the Istrian peninsula and it did not disappoint.Our tour consultant, Solene, was amazing! She took care of everything and answered any questions we had throughout the process. She also made sure all the hotels knew that it was our honeymoon so we had a couple extra surprises waiting for us when we checked in at each hotel.We also needed several transfers to and from the airport which Solene was happy to help with. It made the trip so much less stressful when you are able to book everything through the same service.The bike tour itself was so much fun. The recommendations (sites to see, restaurants, cafes, etc) provided by Discover France were spot on. The locals were so friendly (and most spoke English which helped!). The food was delicious especially being in a wine and truffle region. We would 100% do this trip again!Thank you Solene and Discover France! Justin T2024-11-26Verified 5th time (and lifelong) return customer Hands down the best adventure organization I’ve ever worked with abroad. This will be my 5th time returning to the TdF in 2025 with Discover France. Gabriel and the reservation team do everything they can to make your trip exactly as you hope. If there’s something they can or cannot do they work with you all the way. It’s a very one-on-one, professional and reassuring process for reservations abroad. The programs are incredibly memorable, with exclusive VIP access that exceeds any other TdF organizations. Their focus is the riding, course, and to make sure your experience on a bike is as good as it can possibly be. Other programs offer different bells and whistles to their TdF packages but absolutely nothing is as exclusive, personalized, and uniquely small-group as Discover France programs. You do not need to be an expert rider for the programs. But experience and at least comfort on a bike is needed. The rides can also be tailored on a daily (or even hourly) basis to the rider/group skill, weather, overall energy level that day, and your personal preferences. Support vehicle with special French credentials allows for Discover France to provide a van with you the entire trip. Sun, clouds, rain, sleet/snow (yes…it’s the Pyrenees or Alps), hot and cold: there is always a vehicle that can help you along the way and offer a place to bring along your gear like the professionals. Shout out to: Florentin and Titouan for spectacular rides and support expertise. Finally, Thomas and Aurelian are two of the most dedicated cycling enthusiasts and leaders of a one-of-kind organization. Their dedication and leadership is evident from the top down as all of the guides and employees seem to love their works as much as they do. Kevin P2024-11-24Verified Puglia in October This is the second year in a row that our group of friends have chosen Discover France. This time to Puglia. And again, the experience was fantastic. It starts with our tour consultant, Gabriel, who is responsive and truly cares that we have a great holiday. This year, we requested a one-day diversion off the usual route and the Discover France team mapped a great route for us. We also appreciate how the bikes are in good shape and all is well organized for our arrival. The route was generally on bike paths or tertiary roads and relatively flat - a well designed route for sure. joel w2024-10-27Verified Costa Brava Spain This is our 4th bike trip with Discover France, and they never seize to amaze us. We have been working with Solene, and she is remarkably professional, responsive, and most importantly, she listens to our "wish list" of preferences, and makes suggestions with that in mind. All our trips have been in France, with this one in Costa Brava. We loved biking in this region of Spain. Most of the biking was on gravel trails, and kept us off the roads. The scenery was beautiful, particularly the small coastal towns. The itinerary was well planned and we enjoyed the 2 night stays in each village, in lieu of moving nightly. I would recommend this route. I will be reaching back out to Solene to book our next trip. She is wonderful and I wouldn't consider using another bike tour company. Safe biking..... Alisha Stephen C2024-10-16Verified Loire Valley success. My girlfriend and I had an amazing experience doing the Loire Valley ride from Amboise to Chenhuette. Gabriel and team Discover France were very always responsive and available to help us. The routes were well thought out. Once you master the App, they are very easy to follow. The hotels were amazing and the staff at each one had a good relationship with DF. The bikes were amazing - Moustache Dimanche 28.4. They made this trip the success that it was. Rob W2024-10-08Verified Puglia Bike Just finished a bike trip to Puglia. Gabriel did an awesome job! Great hotels, bikes, routes and destination advice. We would highly recommend having Gabriel at Discover France plan your routes. My brother and sister have also used Gabriel and were extremely happy as well Don Y2024-10-04Verified Cotswolds This was the 4th trip using Discover France and each time has been amazing. This trip was to the Cotswolds in the UK. The organization of the trip (specifically Gabriel service) was outstanding. The hotels were all great and scenery was beautiful. We had one day of heavy rain but that added to the allure and challenge of the rides. Thanks to all at Discover France and of course Gabriel. Robert M2024-10-01Verified Loire Valley Classic - Great trip! Our first trip with Discover France but I hope not our last. Tatiana put together a great itinerary for our self-guided trip. The hotels were lovely, clean and biker-friendly, with most in former chateaux themselves. The bikes (2 regular, 1 e-bike) were in great condition and well-equipped, and the orientation session was very thorough. Luggage service worked as promised. Discover France did a good job minimizing our time on busy roads - almost all the trip was on bike paths or roads with little vehicular traffic. No complaints from us! JB-in-SB2024-09-26Verified Bordeaux-Dordogne: The best trip yet! Our third trip with Discover France, from Bordeaux to Sarlat in the Dordogne, was the best one yet. Loved the countryside, the food, the hotels, everything. For the first time I rode a pedal-assist bike, and it was a game-changer for me now that I'm in my sixties -- no more worrying at night about climbs I might be facing the following day.! My husband stuck to the standard touring bike and it worked out well for both of us. Working with Gabriel was a breeze. Thanks, Discover France -- we'll be back! Janet G2024-09-25Verified Loire Valley Classic: An Incredible Tour One of the most visually compelling bike tours we’ve done in Europe. All the major chateaux in the Loire Valley are located along the route, which is largely comprised of bike trails and/or little-trafficked country lanes. The local food and wines are exceptional. Discover France is a first-class operation; we’ve worked with them before, and will again on our next visit to France. Their entire team is great; extra kudos to our tour consultant, Solene Graino.
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