Castles & Gardens of the Dordogne: A Private Majestic Exploration

FAQ

• Do you organize pick up and return at accommodation for Sarlat private tours?

  Yes, absolutely, we will come and pick you up at your hotel or accommodation in Sarlat. We can also pick you up within a radius of 30kms (20 miles) around Sarlat at no extra cost.

• What type of vehicles are used during your private tours from Sarlat?

  Our company uses only Mercedes Vito Tourer 8 seater minivans that are recent, comfortable and fully equipped including individual A/C, shaded windows, large leg space and on board P/A system for commentaries by the guide.

• Who conducts these Dordogne private tours from Sarlat?

  We only employ fully accredited, licensed tour guides that are also the drivers for all tours that need visits to be conducted by certified guides. Good examples are: the visit of the National Prehistory Museum, guided walking tours in villages such as Rocamadour, visit of historical monuments and so on. In the Dordogne, all our guides are experts in History & Culture. All have a large experience in Paleolithic Art and conduct tours in both Caves & Castles.

• How strenuous is this tour?

  This tour involves a great deal of walking. All the Chateaus have stairs to climb and uneven soil. The gardens also involve some walking. Our suggestion is that you do not book this tour if you have any walking issues. 

• How can I choose which castle or garden to visit?

  You have the choice between 5 castles and 2 gardens on a day that will include 3 visits. All castles except for Commarque are located along the River Dordogne and are a short distance from one another. This is also true for Marqueyssac Gardens that is located along the Dordogne. Both Commarque and Eyrignac are a short drive away from the River. In any case, once our team of travel advisors have received your choices they will organize your day so that it corresponds to your wishes. If the timing or order of the visits have to modified, we will get in touch with you rapidly to inform you.

• What can we expect on this Castles & Gardens private tour from Sarlat?

  This full day private tour gives you the possibility to combine the visits of medieval castles with local gardens for which the Dordogne is famous for. Choose among our selection during the booking process depending on what type of castles & gardens you would like to visit. There is a choice of 5 different castles and 3 different gardens some of which combine both options like the castle & gardens of Milandes. All visits are conducted by your driver/guide except for Marqueyssac gardens where this is basically a stroll.

• Is lunch included on this private tour from Sarlat?

  No, we never include lunch on our private full day tours from Sarlat. If you would like to include a lunch in a local restaurant don't hesitate to reach out and our travel advisors will take care of your restaurant reservation. Also, don't hesitate to ask your guide in the morning for recommendations.