Castles & Gardens of Dordogne FD Trip from Sarlat private

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Highlights

  • Beleaguer mighty Castelnaud castle.

  • Castle visit with a french garden and park at Milandes.

  • Stroll through the famed gardens of Marqueyssac.

Summary

Historical landmarks & pristine gardens on this small group private Dordogne Day Tour from Sarlat. Choose among our selection of Castles to visit such as Beynac, Castelnau, Milandes. Gardens can include Marqueyssac or Eyrignac.

Tour info

Duration
8 hours
Group Size
8
Pricing (From)
Group: (0-99 years)
€720.00
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

The Dordogne region is blessed for having exquisite cultural & natural landmarks. Visit mighty Castelnau Castle with its medieval ramparts and giant Trebuchets. Admire Milandes Castle for its Renaissance architecture and gardens, awarded the "Most Remarkable Gardens of France" label. Finally, chill out at Marqueyssac Castle and stroll through the romantic & picturesque overhanging gardens made of 150 000 boxwoods aged over 100 years old.

8.50 am - Pick up at your accommodation in Sarlat or surrounding area.

9.00am - Depart from Sarlat
- Private Guided visit of Castelnaud Castle
- Free time for lunch in the Dordogne Valley
- Visit of Milandes Castle & Gardens including bird show on certain days.
- Stroll through the Gardens of Marqueyssac
6.00pm - Arrive in Sarlat

Discover some of the most beautiful medieval castles of the region
This full day tour will take you along the Dordogne River to discover some of the most beautiful medieval castles the region has to offer. The castle of Castelnaud, Milandes, and Marqueyssac will be on your itinerary and some of the most thrilling scenic stops will also be offered.

First visit the mighty castle of Castelnaud
In the morning, by Carsac-Aillac and Montfort depart along with the Dordogne valley. First, visit the mighty castle of Castelnaud. Built on a rocky outcrop in the heart of the Périgord Noir, the castle of Castelnaud offers a magnificent panoramic view over the Dordogne Valley. This medieval fortress is erected to face its rival, the Castle of Beynac.

Then amdire Milandes castle & gardens, known worldwide thanks to Josephine Baker
Built in 1489, this charming castle with its magnificent Gothic features is a great example of Renaissance architecture. The castles remained the undisputed home of the Caumont family until the French Revolution. In 1940, the entertainer Josephine Baker rented the Château and then bought it in 1947. Awarded “Maison des Illustres” in 2012 by the French Ministry of Culture, the castle of the Milandes devotes its rooms to Josephine Baker, the most famous resident of the 20th century.

End the day with the Gardens of Marqueyssac, the most visited garden in Dordogne
Finally end the day with the visit of the Gardens of Marqueyssac: listed as a National Historical Monument it offers more than 6 kilometers of shaded paths, edged with 150 000 hand-pruned hundred year old boxwoods.

Lunch will be suggested along the way by your driver/guide.

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What’s included?

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.

  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan.

  • English-speaking qualified guide/driver.

  • Visit of Milandes Castle & Gardens.

  • Stroll through the Gardens of Marqueyssac.

  • Entrance tickets to Castelnaud and Milandes Castles.

  • Entrance ticket to Marqueyssac Gardens.

  • Meals and drinks.

  • Personal insurance & expenses.

  • Gratuities for the driver/guide.

Things to know

Before you book

  • Minimum number of 2 participants (adults) applies.

  • Tour is operated in English, other languages on request.

  • Price is per group, not per person.

  • Tour is not wheelchair accessible.

Before you go

  • Please be ready 10 minutes before arrival time

  • You must wear good walking shoes for this tour.

  • Currency is in Euro

Cancellation Policy

    Operator strictly adheres to its cancellation policy and will make no exceptions to the policy. If Guest chooses to cancel his or her reservation, Operator must receive written notice of said cancellation in writing via certified mail, fax or e-mail sent to [email protected] (with confirmation of receipt from Operator), and Guest shall be subject to the following cancellation fee schedule: Ophorus requires full payment by credit card, internet payment (through our website) or wire transfer (Wire transfer fees at the charge of the Guest) to make a reservation. We accept payment by AMEX, Visa and Master Card. There is no charge or service fee for processing credit card payments except with American Express +3%. For any cancellation, the following fees will be deducted from the refund: Up to 48 hours prior to departure: no cancellation fees except the booking fees. 48 hours prior to departure and less > no refund

Redemption information

    If any hotel or predetermined meeting place changes, notify Ophorus immediately.  Otherwise be at location 10 minutes prior to pick up time.
    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
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About operator:

Ophorus Tours is both a licensed Tour Operator, member of Atout France and ETOA, and a Transportation company with headquarters in Bordeaux. We operate since 2005 and conduct Walking Tours, Day Trips, Private Tours, Shore Excursions and multi-regional Tours throughout France. 

Our multilingual office staff is made up of France Travel Experts that design unique itineraries for both individuals and groups. Their perfect knowledge of the destination allows them to suggest carefully crafted programs to professionals of the Travel Trade all over the world. 

Our in house team of licensed, multilingual Tour Guides are local Experts that can conduct any type of tours including (but not limited to) Cultural & Historical, Food & Wine, Luxury, Battlefields, Active, Family friendly, Faith-based etc...

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