Ride through the gentle countryside of the Périgord Noir, where verdant hills, walnut groves, and wooded valleys set the stage • Visit the Lascaux Caves to see hundreds of remarkably preserved Paleolithic paintings • Explore Vézère Valley with its medieval towns and scenic river landscapes as you take in the cultural and natural beauty of southwestern France • Stop in Saint-Amand-de-Coly, a postcard-perfect stone village dominated by its striking fortified abbey, and an ideal spot to pause and take in both the deep history and timeless charm of your surroundings

Visit Saint-Léon-sur-Vézère, a historic village set in the curve of the Vezere river, where winding paths lead between stone-roofed houses toward the Romanesque church rising from its center  • Encounter Domme, recognized as one of Les Plus Beaux Villages, dramatically perched high above the valley with sweeping panoramic views across the river and countryside • Relax during an idyllic picnic lunch with local cheeses and fresh fare at a rustic farm overlooking the gently winding river  

Transition from the rolling farmland countryside of the Dordogne to the famed vineyards of the Bordeaux region • Relax in Saint-Émilion, a beautifully preserved medieval village surrounded by vineyards that produce some of the world’s most renowned wines • Take a tour of the Monolithic Church of Saint-Émilion, an immense underground church carved directly from limestone rock  • Immerse yourself in Bordeaux’s wine culture with a cellar tour and wine tasting • Dine at the hotel's bistronomic restaurant, La Maison des Vignes, where the cuisine celebrates fresh, seasonal ingredients and the rich terroir of the region