Cycling in Ancient Périgord, France
Discover the beauty of this enchanting French region heading west from Souillac along the valley to beautiful La Roque-Gageac and historic Sarlat. You stay on an authentic farm as well as couple of nights of luxury by the banks of the Dordogne.
From £698 per person based on two people sharing
Cycle self-guided at your own pace, following meticulously researched route notes from hotel to hotel whilst your luggage is transported ahead.
Your route takes in riverside roads and outstanding viewpoints, and allows you to explore some picture-book towns and delightfully tranquil villages along the way.
Heading north-west from the bustling market town of Souillac, the rolling landscape of farmland and woodland has an unspoiled and sleepy charm. Here, families have earned a living from their land and livestock for generations, and continue to supply fresh produce and delicacies such as foie gras, pâté and truffles to the region’s gourmet restaurants (as well as those of the world beyond). The ever-changing scenery, outstanding viewpoints, picture-book towns and sheer variety of accommodation are real highlights.
Accommodation:
You stay in very varied accommodation from a working goose farm to a stylish and luxurious hotel.
La Vieille Auberge (2*), Souillac
Bedrooms here are simple, the focal point instead being the restaurant, which enjoys an excellent reputation for the delicious cuisine of Robert Véril.
La Garrigue Haute (3*), Prats de Carlux
Joëlle & Daniel Boucherie welcome you to their working farm, set in the heart of the countryside.
La Villa Romaine (3*), Carsac
This beautifully furnished stone-built hotel looks across the River Dordogne to the cliffs on the other side. There is an outdoor pool in which to cool off.
What price includes
- Breakfast & dinner every day
- Route notes and maps
- 6 nights in stylish accommodation
Location
Plan your journey by train
Meeting point:
Souillac train station
Souillac
Transfer to meeting point:
Guests make their own way to meeting point
How to get there:
Train from London to Souillac (via Lyon)
Plan your journey by train
Finish point:
Souillac train station
Souillac
Transfer to finish point:
Operator drops guests off at station
How to get back:
Train from Souillac to London (via Lyon)
