DESCRIPTION :
Drive to the beautiful village of Domme. With its trapezoid city plan, Domme is a bastide (a fortified medieval town) adapted to the surrounding terrain, and thus falling short of the rectangular city plan characteristic to bastides. The village is classified as one of the "Plus Beaux Villages de France" ("The Most Beautiful Villages of France"). In 1307, Knight Templars were imprisoned in Domme while during the Hundred Years' War, the bastide was coveted by the English who first took the town in 1347 and repeatedly changed rulers throughout the war until 1437 when it finally fell under French rule again.
Then drive to La Roque Gageac and enjoy a peaceful cruise on the the Dordogne River on board an authentic Gabarre to admire mighty castles that line the river.
Finally, reach Beynac to admire the village and the Castle. This Middle Ages construction, with its austere appearance, is perched on top of a limestone cliff, dominating the town and the north bank of the Dordogne River. The castle was built from the 12th century by the barons of Beynac (one of the four baronies of Périgord) to close the valley. The sheer cliff face being sufficient to discourage any assault from that side, the defences were built up on the plateau: double crenellated walls, double moats, one of which was a deepened natural ravine, double barbican.
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When :
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From April to September, closed in August
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Schedules :
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9.00am to 1.00 pm (except August & October)
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Duration :
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4h00 - half day
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Availability :
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Every day
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Unavailability :
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Place departure :
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Tours depart from Sarlat la Caneda
Pick up Place Pasteur - Bus stop
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Hour departure :
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9.00am
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Pick up option :
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Hotel pick up in Sarlat is available for an additional charge of 10€.
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Return details :
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Tour returns to departure point
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Availability in the Afternoon :
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CLICK HERE
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Prices :
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Scheduled day-trip
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Price per adult (VAT incl)
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55 €
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Price per child (VAT incl)
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27.5 €
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Inclusions :
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Exclusions :
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1. Guided walking tour in Domme, Beynac
2. Boat ride on the Dordogne river
3. English speaking driver guide
4. Travel in recent, comfortable & fully equipped minivans
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1. Personal expenses
2. Gratuities
3. Entrance fees to monuments, museums, attractions unless included
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Price information :
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Additionnal informations :
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- Prices are listed as a guide only
- Infants aged 3 years and under are free of charge
- Children aged 4 - 12 years: half price
- Prices are per person
- Currency is in EUR
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- This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation of the tour will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible
- Tour requires minimum 2 passengers (adults) to operate
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