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Ophorus Tours - Journey into History: Dordogne Day Tour from Sarlat

Sarlat-la-Canéda

Journey into History: Dordogne Day Tour from Sarlat

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  3. Journey into History: Dordogne Day Tour from Sarlat

Travel back thousands of years on this immersive small-group day trip from Sarlat exploring the prehistoric heritage of the Dordogne. Journey through the Vézère Valley, home to one of Europe’s richest concentrations of prehistoric sites. 

Visit the National Museum of Prehistory in Les Eyzies, where your English-speaking driver-guide provides a guided visit and brings the collections to life through clear storytelling and context. 

Continue to La Roque Saint-Christophe to discover impressive cliffside shelters carved into limestone, then experience Lascaux IV, the remarkable replica of the famous decorated cave. Combining museum interpretation, archaeological sites, and iconic cave art, this tour offers a complete and engaging journey through early human life and creativity. 

Highlights

  • Learn about early human life and prehistoric art
  • Experience the Lascaux IV cave replica firsthand
  • Explore ancient troglodyte dwellings at La Roque
  • Visit the National Museum of Prehistory in Les Eyzies
  • Discover prehistoric sites in the Vézère Valley
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The Prehistoric Heritage of the Vézère ValleyThe Vézère Valley is one of Europe’s most important prehistoric regions, with hundreds of archaeological sites and decorated caves revealing human activity dating back tens of thousands of years. Les Eyzies & the National Museum of Prehistory (Guided in English)Les Eyzies-de-Tayac is often considered the “capital of prehistory” due to its concentration ...

The Prehistoric Heritage of the Vézère Valley
The Vézère Valley is one of Europe’s most important prehistoric regions, with hundreds of archaeological sites and decorated caves revealing human activity dating back tens of thousands of years. 

Les Eyzies & the National Museum of Prehistory (Guided in English)
Les Eyzies-de-Tayac is often considered the “capital of prehistory” due to its concentration of discoveries and sites. A highlight of this tour is the National Museum of Prehistory, where your English-speaking driver-guide leads the visit, making the collections accessible and engaging for international travelers and adding context you wouldn’t get from a self-guided visit.

La Roque Saint-Christophe
This immense limestone cliff shelter reveals a remarkable record of human occupation, from prehistoric dwellings to medieval fortifications carved into the rock.

Lascaux IV Cave Art Centre
The highlight of the tour is the visit to Lascaux IV, the complete replica of the famous cave discovered in 1940. The site faithfully reproduces prehistoric paintings that date back more than 17,000 years. 

An Immersive Journey Through Time
Combining prehistoric art, archaeological sites, and breathtaking landscapes, this tour offers a comprehensive introduction to the origins of human creativity and life in prehistoric Europe. 

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  • 09:20 am

    Meet your Guide in front of the Bus Stop at Place Pasteur in Sarlat la Caneda

  • 09:30 am

    Depart for Prehistoric caves & museum tour from Sarlat

  • 10:00 am

    Visit the Prehistory museum in Les Eyzies de Tayac

  • 12:00 pm

    Enjoy some free time for lunch in Montignac or a small village along the Vezere River

  • 01:30 pm

    Visit La Roque Saint Christophe

  • 03:30 pm

    Visit of Lascaux IV Cave

  • 05:30 pm

    Drop off at Place Pasteur in Sarlat

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Ophorus Tours - Journey into History: Dordogne Day Tour from Sarlat

Informations

Know before you book

This is a prehistoric-focused full-day experience combining museum interpretation + sites + cave art
Tour is operated in English.
Minimum number of 2 participants (adults) applies.
This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
This tour is not available in August.

Know before you go

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time
The day includes a guided visit in English at the National Museum of Prehistory
Warm clothing is strongly recommended for the caves.
Good comfortable walking shoes recommended.
Photography restrictions may apply inside some exhibits

Meeting point

Sarlat-la-Canada

Departure

Pick up in front of Bus Stop at Place Pasteur in Sarlat la Caneda. Guide will have a sign with company logo and tour name. Please be ready 10 minutes before tour departure time. All tours leave on time!

Return

Tour returns to original departure point.

Reviews

5.0/5 (41 reviews)

  • Martha

    03, Nov 2025

    Lena was a wonderful guide; she was knowledgeable about all aspects of life in the area, from sites to see to natural history to good restaurants to history...

  • Margaret

    25, Jun 2025

    Wonderful day trip with Anne. A great introduction to the history and beauty of the region. Loved it all. Had been booked on the half day tour, but really...

  • Anne

    29, Aug 2024

    Brilliant day out. Very interesting. Martin, our guide from Sarlat was amazing. Would highly recommend.

  • Pat Hicks

    14, Jul 2024

    We spent the day with your amazing guide, Anne! She took us to the Prehistoric Museum in Les Eyzies, the cave in Rouffignac and Lascaux IV, as wellas...
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Included

  • Transportation in premium air-conditioned minivan
  • English visit of the Prehistory Museum.
  • Visit of La Roque Saint Christophe
  • English tour of Lascaux IV.
  • All entrance tickets.

Excluded

  • Lunch and personal expenses
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Gratuities for the driver/guide.

FAQ

  • How long is the tour?

    Approximately a full day (around 8 hours).

  • Are entrance tickets included?

    Yes, all entrance tickets for the sites mentioned are included.

  • Is the original Lascaux cave open?

    No. The original cave has been closed since 1963 to protect the prehistoric paintings.

  • What prehistoric sites are visited?

    The tour typically includes La Roque Saint-Christophe and the Lascaux IV cave replica. The National Prehistory Museum visited in Les Eyzies makes for a perfect introduction to the day.

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