Free Cancellation
Language:
English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 9 Hours
Do this because
A full day exploring the fascinating history of the Dordogne Cave paintings
Explore the magical prehistoric sites
Visit the state-of-the-art Lascaux IV complex
What to expect
Some 15,000 years B.C. unknown artists created breathtaking cave paintings of which the most extraordinary examples are found in the Dordogne area.During this day tour, you will be introduced to this fascinating art and to the people who made it. Begin the day in Les Eyzies de Tayac with a guided visit of the National Prehistory Museum. Opened in 2004, this national museum possesses the largest collection of prehistoric artifacts in the world.Continue to Montignac where you will visit Lascaux IV cave, a perfect reproduction of the original cave. Opened in 2016, Lascaux IV is a triumph of technology. Unlike...
Some 15,000 years B.C. unknown artists created breathtaking cave paintings of which the most extraordinary examples are found in the Dordogne area.During this day tour, you will be introduced to this fascinating art and to the people who made it. Begin the day in Les Eyzies de Tayac with a guided visit of the National Prehistory Museum. Opened in 2004, this national museum possesses the largest collection of prehistoric artifacts in the world.Continue to Montignac where you will visit Lascaux IV cave, a perfect reproduction of the original cave. Opened in 2016, Lascaux IV is a triumph of technology. Unlike any other cave visits, Lascaux IV employs different set designs, displays, state-of-the-art interactive workshops and immersive technology to bring it to life. In fact, the atmosphere inside the replica cave is just like that of a real cave: dark, damp and muffled.The tour will end with the visit of La Roque Saint-Christophe. Carved into a towering limestone cliff, this extraordinary troglodytic site has been inhabited since the Paleolithic era. Guided tours reveal how ancient people created shelters and engineered structures perfectly adapted to the rock face.After immersing yourself in these legendary sites, travel back to Sarlat with memories of an extraordinary journey into prehistory.
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What's included
Entrance to Lascaux IV
Entrance to Rouffignac cave
Entrance to Prehistory Museum
English speaking driver guide
Travel in recent, comfortable & fully equipped minivans
What's not included
Personal insurance & expenses
Tips
Food and drinks
Entrance fees to monuments or attractions other than those mentioned
Hotel pickup
What to remember
Accessibility:
Please note that the visit of La Roque Saint-Christophe includes climbing stairs and is therefore not indicated for guests with mobility issues
This tour is not wheelchair accessible
Know in advance:
Maximum 8 persons per tour
Children under 4 years old are not allowed on the tour
Tour requires a minimum of 2 passengers (adults) to operate. In case minimum numbers are not reached, the local operator will offer to reschedule or refund your tour
English tours of the Caves 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
The order of visits may vary according to reserved time slots at Lascaux IV
Remember to bring:
Warm jackets are highly recommended – 14°C (57F) inside the caves
Provider
Ophorus Excursions & Tours in France
Booking Fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation Fee
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins
Where
Place Pasteur - 24200 Sarlat
Meeting point:
You will meet your guide in front of Bus Stop, Place Pasteur in SarlatPlease be sure to be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the departure