Scenic Dordogne – NEW TOUR
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Bordeaux Cite du Vin - City of Wine ©Sophie Duboscq
including Bordeaux and Bergerac
The Dordogne River, which stretches from the mountains of Auvergne all the way to Garonne for around 300 miles, is surrounded by dark green forests, bustling villages and towns, and breathtaking panoramas. An area of natural beauty, rolling hills, old villages, castles and small country towns that are waiting to be explored and enjoyed. The area is perhaps most famous for, amongst other things, its gourmet delights, notably paté de foie gras, walnuts and truffles. The city of Bergerac and the south-west area of the Dordogne is renowned for its importance as a wine-growing region and with it’s pretty gentle hills, which are also covered in sunflowers, make it one of the most attractive areas to visit.
Dates
2026 dates on request
Day 1
Depart the UK
Travel to Dover for the ferry across to Calais and continue to the Paris area for an overnight stop. Dinner is included at the hotel this evening.
Day 2
Travel to the Dordogne
Depart after breakfast and continue to the journey to the Dordogne and our hotel in Bergerac for the next 6 nights. Dinner is at the hotel this evening.
Day 3
At Leisure (Driver’s rest day)
A day to relax and explore Bergerac with its pedestrian streets, its museums and historical monuments, its authentic shops and its magnificent river banks. Wander among the spires, historic walls and cobbled streets with half-timbered buildings, a town full of rustic French charm or maybe take a walk beside the Dordogne. Learn about the legend of Cyrano de Bergerac on a walking tour or take an optional leisurely river cruise on board a ‘gabarre’ (traditional boat). (Saturday is market day). Dinner at the hotel this evening.
Day 4
Scenic Drive and Sarlat
Take in the stunning views and vistas over the river and the surroundings on the drive to Sarlat, a beautiful, well restored town a few kilometres north of the River Dordogne. Enjoy what this quaint town has to offer including its medieval architecture, honey-coloured buildings and the Cathedral, parts of which date from the 9th century. Stroll along the pedestrianised Rue de la Republique which runs the length of the old town, with mazes of narrow streets either side. See the Place de la Liberté, a lovely square surrounded by wonderful buildings and a view towards the bell tower of the cathedral.
(Optional guided tours available)
Return to the hotel for dinner and an evening at leisure.
Day 5
Brantome and Perigeuex
Brantome is set on an island in the River Dronne, with pretty riverside gardens and attractive architecture. After some free time, drive to the market town of Perigueux. En route you will see many châteaux featuring stunning and iconic French architecture. Perigueux is home to the wonderful Cathedral of St. Front which is modelled on St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice.
Return to the hotel for dinner and an evening at leisure.
Day 6
Bordeaux, Old Town and the Cité du Vin
On a guided walking tour discover Bordeaux’s exceptional architecture, art and places of worship before taking lunch in a traditional restaurant. Later, visit La Cité du Vin, a unique cultural centre dedicated to the universal, living heritage of wine offering a spectacular journey around the world.
Return to the hotel for our final dinner and evening at leisure.
Day 7
Travel to Paris (area)
Depart after breakfast for the homeward journey, stopping once again in the Paris area for an overnight stay. Dinner is included at the hotel.
Day 8
Return to the UK
Continue the journey home via Calais and the ferry across to the UK.
Suggested hotel
3* Hotel de Bordeaux, Bergerac
Located in the heart of the city, a stone’s throw from the historic centre of Bergerac with comfortable rooms, wooded garden with terrace and swimming pool,
Greatdays can offer a selection of 3* and 4* hotels in Paris and Dordogne areas
| Departure date | 9 days/8 nights | Single supplement |
| 2026 | Price on request | Price on request |
Some 2025 dates may still be available – please ask for details
