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Unveiling Prehistoric Art: Visit Prehistory Museum & Lascaux IV Center Private Tour
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A full Day Dedicated to Prehistory & Paleolithic Art in the Dordogne, guided by an Expert of the Paleolithic times. Visit of the Prehistory museum in Les Eyzies, Visit Lascaux IV & La Roque Saint Christophe.
Highlights
- Step back in time with expert guides
- Learn about Paleolithic cultures
- Discover ancient rock art sites
- Visit the Lascaux IV art complex
- Explore the National PreHistory Museum
What is Included / Excluded for this tour
Program & Itinerary
Experience an unforgettable full-day private tour from Sarlat, starting with a convenient pick-up from your hotel or accommodation. Our English-speaking driver guide will provide you with a detailed program and itinerary for this highly recommended excursion, which includes a fascinating museum visit, a captivating cave exploration, and a visit to the brand new Lascaux IV museum. Hop on board our ...
Experience an unforgettable full-day private tour from Sarlat, starting with a convenient pick-up from your hotel or accommodation. Our English-speaking driver guide will provide you with a detailed program and itinerary for this highly recommended excursion, which includes a fascinating museum visit, a captivating cave exploration, and a visit to the brand new Lascaux IV museum. Hop on board our comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle as we embark on a journey to Les Eyzies de Tayac, the World Prehistory capital.
Explore the National Prehistory Museum
Delve into the captivating world of prehistoric art that dates back 15,000 years B.C. The Dordogne region is home to extraordinary cave paintings, drawings, and etchings created by unknown artists. This tour introduces you to this mesmerizing art and the people behind it.
Begin your day in Les Eyzies de Tayac with a guided visit to the National Prehistory Museum. Established in 2004, the museum showcases a staggering collection of 18,000 pieces and six million artifacts. Its origins trace back to 1913 when the tenacious researcher Denis Peyrony persuaded the French state to acquire the Château des Eyzies, transforming it into an excavation warehouse and museum.
Discover the world's largest collection of prehistoric artifacts as your guide takes you through the main chapters of Hominids' development, including a fascinating anthropological frieze and an overview of Africa's history, beginning with the early Australopithecus. Immerse yourself in the museum's permanent exhibit galleries, which unfold seven sequences, providing an ideal historiography of the entire Paleolithic era.
Visit La Roque Saint Christophe
La Roque Saint-Christophe is an extraordinary troglodyte site carved into a kilometer-long, 80-meter-high limestone cliff above the Vézère Valley in the Dordogne. Inhabited for over 55,000 years, from prehistoric hunter-gatherers to medieval townsfolk, the site is considered a world reference in cliff side and rock-shelter architecture.
The natural caves of La Roque Saint-Christophe provided one of Europe’s largest and most enduring natural shelters, first used by Neanderthals and continuing through Cro-Magnon times and into recorded history. Archaeological remains indicate intensive occupation from the mid-Paleolithic through to the Iron Age and Gallo-Roman era, reflecting an unbroken continuity of human settlement.
Enjoy Lunch in a Local Restaurant (at own expense)
Take advantage of your free time during lunch to savor local cuisine at a recommended restaurant in Montignac or a charming village in the Dordogne region. Your guide will be happy to offer suggestions.
Visit Lascaux IV Cave Complex
Next, we'll continue to Montignac, where you'll explore the remarkable Lascaux IV cave, opened to the public in December 2016. This extraordinary replica faithfully reproduces the original cave, offering an immersive experience in the discovery of its famous decorations.
But the adventure doesn't end there. The site also delves into Lascaux's significance in cave art and its connection to contemporary creation. The International Center for Cave Art marks the beginning of an exciting journey that combines the emotional impact of ancestral art with remarkable technological achievements.
Follow a guided tour led by a local expert, and then take your time to explore the exhibitions and the center for prehistoric cave art.
Return to Sarlat, leaving you with lasting memories of this extraordinary journey into the depths of history. Book your private tour today for an unforgettable exploration of the region's prehistoric wonders.
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Pickup in Sarlat
Meet your guide at your accommodation in Sarlat and settle into a comfortable, air‑conditioned minivan for the day’s journey through the Dordogne Valley.Meet your guide at your accommodation in Sarlat and settle into a comfortable, air‑conditioned minivan for the day’s journey through the Dordogne Valley.Read moreRead less -
Drive to Les Eyzies
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National Prehistory Museum visit
Explore the National Prehistory Museum with your guide, discovering key artifacts that trace hundreds of thousands of years of human history in the region.Explore the National Prehistory Museum with your guide, discovering key artifacts that trace hundreds of thousands of years of human history in the region.Read moreRead less -
Drive to La Roque Saint‑Christophe
Continue along the Vézère River to La Roque Saint‑Christophe, a dramatic limestone cliff rising high above the valley.Continue along the Vézère River to La Roque Saint‑Christophe, a dramatic limestone cliff rising high above the valley.Read moreRead less -
La Roque Saint‑Christophe visit
Walk the terraces of this former troglodyte fortress and cliff‑side village, seeing reconstructions that show how people lived here over the millennia.Walk the terraces of this former troglodyte fortress and cliff‑side village, seeing reconstructions that show how people lived here over the millennia.Read moreRead less -
Drive to Montignac‑Lascaux
Travel on to the village of Montignac‑Lascaux, home to the modern Lascaux IV cave art center.Travel on to the village of Montignac‑Lascaux, home to the modern Lascaux IV cave art center.Read moreRead less -
Free time for lunch
Enjoy free time for lunch at your own expense in Montignac, with a choice of cafés and restaurants in the village streets.Enjoy free time for lunch at your own expense in Montignac, with a choice of cafés and restaurants in the village streets.Read moreRead less -
Lascaux IV cave art center visit
Join a timed visit at Lascaux IV, where a full‑scale replica and immersive displays bring the world‑famous Paleolithic paintings to life.Join a timed visit at Lascaux IV, where a full‑scale replica and immersive displays bring the world‑famous Paleolithic paintings to life.Read moreRead less -
Return to Sarlat
Relax on the late‑afternoon drive back to Sarlat, where your guide drops you off at or near your hotel to end the tour.Relax on the late‑afternoon drive back to Sarlat, where your guide drops you off at or near your hotel to end the tour.Read moreRead less
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Practical Information
2 participants minimumTotal price | 3 participantsPrice per person | 4 participantsPrice per person | 5 participantsPrice per person | 6 participantsPrice per person | 7 participantsPrice per person | 8 participantsPrice per person |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 840€ | 300€ | 240€ | 205€ | 180€ | 165€ | 150€ |
Know before you book
- Private tour with a maximum of eight participants.
- Requires a minimum of two adults to operate.
- Tour is conducted in English only, other language on request
- Entrance times for sites are prebooked and may be fixed in high season.
Know before you go
- Cave and replica temperatures are cool, around 13°C (55°F), year-round.
- Wear warm layers and comfortable closed walking shoes.
- Surfaces can be damp or uneven in and around the sites.
- Large bags, food and drink are not permitted inside Lascaux IV.
- Photography is generally restricted or forbidden in cave areas.
Additional information
This small-group experience is best for curious travelers who love history, archaeology and art, and who want a deeper, story-driven introduction to Paleolithic life rather than a quick photo stop. It also suits adults, solo travelers and couples who appreciate expert guiding, comfortable transport and a relaxed pace, and older children or teens who already have an interest in prehistory.
Voucher info
If any hotel or predetermined meeting place changes, notify Ophorus immediately. Otherwise be at location 10 minutes prior to pick up time.
Group information
We can handle any group size (from 8 people) ranging from small groups to large groups of hundreds of people. Transportation options include private vehicles, mini-vans, mini-buses and large buses.
Just get in touch to find out more! Contact us by email: groups@ophorus.com (groups from 8 people)
For groups of 2-8 people please fill out this form: ophorus.com/contact-us/
Just get in touch to find out more! Contact us by email: groups@ophorus.com (groups from 8 people)
For groups of 2-8 people please fill out this form: ophorus.com/contact-us/
Meeting point /
Sarlat-la-Caneda
Departure
We will come and pick you up at your accommodation in Sarlat la Caneda or surrounding area (circle of 30 kms around Sarlat).
Other possible pick up locations :
Other possible pick up locations :
- Montignac
- Les Eyzies de Tayac
- Beynac, La Roque Gageac, Domme
Return
Tour returns to original departure point.
Reviews
5.0/5 (4 reviews)
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Heath Wilson
30, May 2024
We spent a wonderful two days with Maarten; we are grateful for his professionalism, positive attitude, and deep expertise. On the first day, we started... -
Ninette A.
01, Jul 2022
We just finished our tour with Benoit. He is the best tour guide I have ever had! Very knowledgeable and very, very kind and thoughtful. He gave us a... -
Melody H.
11, Jun 2022
We were met by our driver Benoit, a common French name, who studied art history and architecture and who for the past few years during Covid worked at... -
mhil
07, Sep 2021
A five-star trip with an exceptional guide This day trip might seem a bit long to those who just want to see Lascaux IV, but in hindsight it was well...
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Included
- Hotel pick up or drop off.
- Travel in air conditioned Mercedes minivan.
- Small Group private tour of maximum 8 passengers.
- English speaking in-house licensed guide, Expert in Prehistory.
- Entrance tickets to museum, Lascaux & La Roque Saint Chiristophe
Excluded
- Meals and drinks (lunch).
- Personal travel insurance and expenses.
- Gratuities for the driver/guide.
FAQ
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What are the main highlights of the Dordogne's Paleolithic Art tour?
Key highlights include visiting the National Prehistory Museum, Lascaux IV, and La Roque Saint-Christophe, while learning about Paleolithic cultures -
What kind of transport is used during the tour?
The tour travels in a comfortable, air-conditioned Mercedes minivan designed for small groups -
Can large bags or food be taken inside the Lascaux IV cave?
Large bags, food, and drinks are not permitted inside Lascaux IV, and photography is generally restricted -
Will the tour be conducted in languages other than English?
The tour is conducted in English, but other languages are available upon request -
What is the cancellation policy for the tour?
If you cancel within 48 hours of departure, there is no refund provided, while cancellations made earlier incur no fees except booking fees -
Are meals included in the tour package?
Meals and drinks are not included in the tour, so guests should plan accordingly -
What should I wear for the tour?
It is recommended to wear warm layers and comfortable closed walking shoes, as cave temperatures can be cool -
Is there any age restriction for this tour?
The tour is suitable for adults, solo travelers, couples, and older children or teens with an interest in prehistory -
How many participants are there in a small group on this tour?
The tour has a maximum of eight participants, ensuring an intimate experience -
What is included in the Dordogne's Paleolithic Art day trip from Sarlat?
The tour includes hotel pickup, travel in an air-conditioned Mercedes minivan, an expert English-speaking guide, and entrance tickets to the sites visited
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