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Dordogne Day Tour : Prehistory and The Art of the Caves from Sarlat
Bergerac,
France
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Overview
Duration
9h
Languages
English
Voucher type
E-Ticket
What To Expect
Follow a small group scheduled tour that will take you to the most significant sites that are linked with palaeolithic art of the Dordogne. The tour will include the visit of the National Prehistory Museum that houses the largest collection of palaeolithic artefacts in the world. Then discover Lascaux IV cave, a perfect reproduction of Lascaux, in which you will contemplate the paintings that can be seen in the original cave. Finally, admire the original engravings and drawings of Rouffignac cave coined the cave of 100 mammoths as the animal is here the most represented out of all the palaeolithic caves that can be visited.
What to remember
Important info
Specialized infant seats are available. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 4 years old are not allowed on the tour. Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults. It is cold in the caves (13°C / 56°F), warm clothing is strongly recommended. Electric train visit in Rouffignac, comments made in French during time of travel. Guide will introduce cave beforehand and will make commentaries at the bottom of the cave in English. Please note that the infant seats are available upon request, please inform us at the moment of the booking (number and age of the children). Pets are not allowed on the tour. English tours of the Caves of Lascaux IV are very limited in number, most of the visits are in French. Your guide will explain the cave before and after the tour as simultaneous translation in the cave is strictly forbidden
What's included
Entrance fees to Prehistory Museum, Lascaux IV and Rouffignac Cave. Professional guide. English speaking qualified driver guide. Live commentary on board
What's not included
Lunch. Gratuities. Pick up and drop off at the hotel
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your tour until a day in advance
Provider
Ophorus
Meeting Point
Please meet your guide 10 minutes before departure
Departure time : 9am
EXCEPT IN JULY : 8.30am