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Paleolithic art of Dordogne day trip from Sarlat (shared)

Summary Description

Day Trip from Sarlat Exploring the History of Cave Art in the Dordogne. Visit the National Museum of Prehistory les eyzies-de-tayac-sireuil followed by Rouffignac cave. End the day with the Center of Parietal Art & Lascaux Cave paintings.

Highlights
  • This deep-dive is perfect for history buffs
  • Tour The National PreHistory Museum.
  • Rouffignac Cave visit with it's incredible history.
  • Visit the state-of-the-art Lascaux IV complex.
  • Description

    8.50 am - Meeting point at Place Pasteur bus stop.
    We will come and pick you up at the dedicated meeting point in Sarlat

    9.00am - Depart from Sarlat
    - Visit National Prehistory Museum in Les Eyzies with your guide. Discover the most fascinating artefacts dating back to Paleolithic times.
    - Visit Rouffignac Cave , one of the last remaining caves that can be visited that still retains original drawings and etchings.
    - Visit Lascaux IV Museum, International Centre for Parietal Art.
    6.00pm - Arrive in Sarlat

    Included / Excluded
    What's Included
    • English visit of the Prehistory Museum.
    • Visit of Rouffignac cave.
    • English tour of Lascaux IV.
    • All entrance fees.
    • English speaking licensed guide.
    What's Not Included
    • Personal insurance and expenses.
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
    • Meals and drinks.
    • Gratuities for the driver/guide.
    Start / End Locations

    Start Location: Place Pasteur, Sarlat-la-Canéda, FR

    Start Location Notes: In front of the bus stop.

    Operating hours

    April 01, 2025 - October 31, 2025

    Sunday 09:00 AM
    Monday 09:00 AM
    Tuesday
    Wednesday
    Thursday 09:00 AM
    Friday 09:00 AM
    Saturday
    Commentary

    Guide : English

    Important Information
    Know Before You Book
    • Tour is operated in English.
    • Minimum number of 2 participants (adults) applies.
    • This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
    • Prices are per person.
    • This tour is not available in August.
    Know Before You Go
    • Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time
    • Warm clothing is strongly recommended for the caves.
    • Good comfortable walking shoes recommended.
    Cancellation

    Cancellation Policy: standard

    Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

    Cancellation Notes: 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 24 hours prior to departure: no cancellation fees except the booking fees. > 24 hours prior to departure and less > no refund All semi private tours depart on time. Clients should present themselves at the allocated meeting point at least 10 minutes before the beginning of the tour. Driver/guide will not wait unless Ophorus has been previously informed that the client will be late with a maximum waiting time of 10 minutes. Beyond that waiting time, tours will depart and Ophorus cannot be held responsible for clients missing their tour.

    Options

    per person pricing

    RETAIL PRICE
    Adult (13-64 years) €175.00
    Points of interest
    • MusĂ©e National de PrĂ©histoire, Rue du MusĂ©e, Les Eyzies, France
    • Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil, Les Eyzies, France
    • Lascaux, Montignac, France
    • Lascaux International Center of Art parietal, Montignac, France
    • Rouffignac Cave, Rouffignac-Saint-Cernin-de-Reilhac, France
    • Saint-LĂ©on-sur-VĂ©zère, France
    • Sarlat-la-CanĂ©da, France
    • Montignac-Lascaux, France
    • Terms and Conditions

      All our terms & conditions can be found here: https://www.ophorus.com/terms-sales

      Additional Information

      Please note that we do not distribute water bottles anymore to limit our environmental impact. We strongly recommend that you bring a reusable bottle. 

      • Instant booking confirmation. • Small groups of 2 to 8 persons. • Tour requires minimum 2 passengers (adults) to operate.  • In case minimum numbers are not reached we will offer to reschedule or refund your tour. • If you are traveling with infants, please request a private tour. •