b'DiscoveriesExperience the beauty of the Dordogne, a laid-back region The Charmingof striking villages and spectacular scenery, from your7 DAYS from 1,099ppcharming base in Les Eyzies, the capital of prehistory. 999 ppDordogne YOUR ITINERARYTO/FROMDay 1. Arrival in Les Eyzies FRANCE PARISMeeting at London St Pancras this morning, your holiday begins as we board the Eurostar to Paris. From here, we transfer to Gare dAusterlitz for a journeyBrivethrough the centre of France to Brive-la-Gaillarde. From Brive, our coachMartel Truffadou follows the Vzre river to our hotel in the centre of Les Eyzies, a village at theSteam Trainheart of a UNESCO-listed site of caves containing prehistoric rock paintingsLes Eyzies 6 Rocamadourand significant palaeolithic discoveries. Chteau DesSarlatMilandes La Roque-GageacDay 2. Dordogne river cruise and Chteau des MilandesTwo holiday highlights await after breakfast. First, we travel by coach to beautiful La Roque-Gageac to hop into one of the traditional flat-bottomed boatsa gabare. Sailing the Dordogne, admire chteaux peering out from forested hills. After, theres free time to explore La Roque-Gageac before ourWHATS INCLUDED:next destinationthe 15th-century Chteau des Milandes, formerly the home of Folies Bergre cabaret star Josephine Baker. Offering panoramic views and 6 nights 3-Star hotel fairytale features, you can stroll around the chteau and grounds at leisure.accommodationDay 3. Free day in charming Les EyziesEurostar StandardToday is at leisure to explore Les Eyzies and surrounding areas. Our base in Standard Class rail travelthe heart of the Dordogne is rich in prehistory and it was here thatAll rail, cruise and coach travel Cro-Magnon man was discovered in 1868. This picturesque village and thethroughout your tourVzre Valley boast a number of attractions for those interested in this era of formative human history. As you dine independently today, look out for localExpertise of a UK Tour Manager cuisine including confit duck, cepes and walnut bread.from start to finishDay 4. The flavours of Sarlat market Breakfast each day, 4 dinnersOne of the regions most important and historic towns, Sarlat, is ourWine included with dinnerdestination today. The Old Town is full of honey-coloured medieval buildingsAll guided tours and excursionslining a labyrinth of alleyways and is virtually unchanged since the Middle Ages. Our visit coincides with market day, giving you the chance to peruse the A magical settingstalls and enjoy the aromas drifting throughout the square. and some fantasticDay 5. Rocamadour and Truffadou Steam Train excursions. After breakfast, we travel by coach to the village of Rocamadour, stoppingTour Code: DQS| per person based onPhil, 2024 enroute to admire the Chteau de Belcastel perched on a rocky promontory.2 sharing. Supplement for solo travellers Cascading down a huge cliff, the UNESCO-listed village of Rocamadour is anfrom 240.important site of pilgrimage and theres free time to explore its mix of rustic medieval stone houses and religious structures. Next, we continue to Martel2025 Departures: to board the restored Truffadou Steam Train. A steam-hauled round trip toAPR, MAY, JUN, JUL, AUG, SEP, OCTLA ROQUE-GAGEAC Saint Denis in open carriages, showcases views across the countryside.SARLAT MARKET CHTEAU DES MILANDES TRUFFADOU STEAM TRAIN Day 6. Exploring the Dordogne at leisureWith a train station in Les Eyzies, a full free day gives you the opportunity toEveryday Traveller Rateddiscover more of the Dordogne. A regular service connects Les Eyzies with Prigueux, the historic capital of the Prigord region, in about 30 minutes.1 2 3 4Alternatively, you could travel along the Dordogne River to Bergerac, where youll find an Old Town of half-timbered buildings and picture-perfect squares. Secure your place nowDay 7. Homeward bound with a 250pp depositExuding laid-back charm, the Dordogne has shown us quintessential France on this holiday. After breakfast, we transfer back to Brive-la-Gaillarde whereFor more information on we board a train and say farewell to the Dordogne. In Paris, we board the Eurostar, arriving back at London this evening where your holiday ends. dates and prices,visit greatrail.com/DQS34Call 01904 527168 to speak to our team FRANCE 35'