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  • $3,498 pp dbl. occ.
  • (+$1,050 for sgl. occ.)

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6 DAYS, 5 NIGHTS
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TRIP NOTES

All meals included except 1 lunch and 1 dinner.

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Meet / Depart

Brive, France

Special Interest

Canoe, Culture & History, Fine Wine & Cuisine, Natural Beauty &/or Wildlife

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Dordogne Biking Tour

Dordogne Biking

Pedal Through Prehistory

In the Dordogne, history begins with prehistory. Here, 17,000-year-old cave paintings remind you that you’re in a region considered by some anthropologists the "cradle of humankind." The ruins of clifftop castles transport you to the Middle Ages, and crumbling fortresses stand as testament to the bloodshed of the Hundred Years’ War. Embark on a cultural exploration that leads up and over forested hills, along gentle stretches of river and welcomes us with cozy accommodations and tasty local cuisine.

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Day 1 Les-Eyzies-de-Tayac

Meet in Brive and shuttle to Les-Eyzies-de-Tayac Pedal through picturesque French farmland Ride through the heart of the region, into the hills and past charming towns.

Days 2-3 Sarlat

Discover France’s finest collection of polychrome cave paintings on a guided tour of the Grotte de Font-de-Gaume Ride past bucolic farmland and through some of Les Plus Beaux Villages de France (The Most Beautiful Villages of France) Ride to the walled hilltop town of Domme, a medieval masterpiece Enjoy a picnic along the banks of the Dordogne River Explore Château de Castelnaud, one of the region’s most impressive fortified castles, on a private guided visit This 12th-century clifftop fortress boasts an impressive collection of medieval armor  Take a private night walking tour of Sarlat amid the atmospheric glow of gas lamps.

Days 4-6 lacave

As you bike near the gateway to the south of France, limestone plateaus replace green rolling hills  Continue to the one-time pilgrimage destination of Rocamadour, perched on a cliff above Alzou Canyon Paddle down the Dordogne River in a canoe, enjoying a new perspective on the countryside  Join a local sheep farmer for a special guided tour before returning to Brive.

Route Rating What's this? Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. Each offers options for more or less activity, so you can decide exactly how much you want to do day by day.

Lodging What's this? Our lodgings are divided into three different categories.

Premiere Inns:These lodgings possess both elegance and authentic regional flair.

Casual Inns:These lodgings are comfortable and appropriate to the areawith such characteristics as authenticity, scenic settings and proximity to our activities.

Deluxe Camping:We set up the tents (and take them down), handle every camp chore and perform culinary magic.

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Guest Trip Reviews

This was one of the best vacations we have ever taken. The variation of the terrain, the beauty of the Dordogne area, and the amazing tours of local historical and cultural sites were all truly off the charts.
Jennifer Seely - Cotati, CA

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COUNTRYSIDE COMFORTS: Casual Inns

Hostellerie Du Passeur

Les Eyzies (1 night): In the heart of a region famous for its prehistoric ruins lies this ancient Bourgeois residence that, thanks to modern amenities, provides the ideal mix between old and new.

La Villa Romaine

Sarlat (2 nights): Nestled in the hills just outside of Sarlat, this hotel’s ancient stones and modern comforts (including an inviting infinity pool) make for a truly memorable stay.

Le Pont de L'Ouysse

Lacave (2 nights): This quaint hotel oozes charm and warmth, and offers a Michelin-starred restaurant, heated outdoor swimming pool and idyllic setting.

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Le Pont de L'Ouysse

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Daily Mileage Options & Cumulative Elevation Gain

Day 1
  • Level 1 1 Route Option Available
  • 14 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 2
  • Levels 1 to 5 3 Route Options Available
  • 15, 47, 75 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 3
  • Levels 1 to 4 3 Route Options Available
  • 13, 35, 43 miles
  • 2000 - 3500 feet elevation gain
Day 4
  • Levels 2 to 4 2 Route Options Available
  • 27, 41 miles
  • 500 - 1000 feet elevation gain
Day 5
  • Levels 1 to 3 4 Route Options Available
  • 14, 20, 27, 40 miles
  • 3000 - 4500 feet elevation gain
  • Optional Canoeing 
Day 6
  • Level 1 1 Route Option Available
  • 15 miles
  • 0 - 500 feet elevation gain
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Trips For All Abilities

Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. We know your pace may vary from one day to the next-and your traveling companion's may differ somewhat from yours. So we present a range of mileage options, and each day you decide exactly what and how much you want to do.

Activity Level Average Time Average Distance
    Biking Walking
& Hiking
1 2-3
hours		 10-20
miles		 2-5
miles
2 2-4
hours		 21-30
miles		 5-7
miles
3 3-5
hours		 31-40
miles		 7-9
miles
4 4-6
hours		 41-55
miles		 9-11
miles
5 5-7+
hours		 56-75+
miles		 11-13+
miles