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Guide / Tour Things To Do in Dordogne

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Whatever you choose to do on your summer holiday you are sure to find a huge range of activities across the Dordogne area.

Find loads of top tips and local insights in our Dordogne Activities Guide.

Le Petit Train de Rocamadour, Rocamadour

Le Petit Train de Rocamadour, Rocamadour

In true French style Le Petit Train will take you on your short journey from the bottom of Rocamadour to the town centre above you.

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Le Chemin de Fer Touristique du Haut-Quercy, Martel

Le Chemin de Fer Touristique du Haut-Quercy

Also known as the Truffle train, it will take you on a journey of 8 miles (13 Km) round trip, more than 80 meters (260 feet) high cliff, giving a wonderful panorama of the Dordogne Valley.

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Traditional barge on the Dordogne at Beyrac

Traditional Barge Boat Trip, Beynac-et-Cazenac

Located in
Beynac-et-Cazenac

Passing under the limestones cliff of Beynac you will travel along the Dordogne valley to Marqueyssac and the hanging gardens, Chateau de Fayrac and Chateau de Castelnaud. 

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Le Petit Train de Domme, Domme

Le Petit Train de Domme, Domme

Located in
Domme

A trip on a petit train is the perfect way to see this small bastide town and to learn a little more about the long history of the bastide town.

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A view of the indoor market hall in sarlat

Sarlat Panoramic Lift, Sarlat-la-Caneda

Located in
Sarlat-la-Caneda

The glass lift with panoramic views, housed within the old Church Sainte-Marie’s bell tower offers a unique experience. Once at the top, the lift, whose walls are made entirely of glass, allows you a 360° view of Sarlat.

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Les Gabares Norbert, La Roque-Gageac

Traditional Barge Boat Trip, La Roque-Gageac

Located in
Beynac-et-Cazenac

This traditional wooden barge will take you on a picturesque cruise down the river Dordogne from La Roque-Gageac to the Castelnaud bridge.

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barges on a river in bergerac

Traditional Barge Boat Trip, Bergerac

Located in
Bergerac

A delightful trip along the river that runs through the heart of Bergerac on a traditional wooden barge.

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Le Train des Grands Vignobles (Vineyard Train) Tour, Saint Emilion

Le Train des Grands Vignobles (Vineyard Train) Tour, Saint Emilion

Located in
Saint-Emilion

After discovering the city of Saint Emilion this train tour takes you out into the countryside and surrounding vineyards to discover more about the history and culture of wine in this region.

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hot air balloon above a chateau in dordogne

Montgolfiere et Chateaux, Beynac-et-Cazenac

Located in
Beynac-et-Cazenac

Shortly before sunset, or at dawn, following the preparation of the flight you can take off with Lionel, a professional balloonist and paraglider who has been working as a guide in Dordogne for more than 15 years.

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people on a wine tasting course in dordogne

Bergerac Wine Tours, Eymet

Located in
Eymet

A full day tour for those interested in wine, the terroir, the makers and other local products of the Dordogne region.

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Le Petit Train de Perigueux

Le Petit Train de Perigueux

Located in
Perigueux

Discover the art and history of the city of Perigueux, exploring the ancient city, old town and admiring the beauty.

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a blue hot air balloon above the dordogne river

Perigord Dordogne Montgolfieres, Beynac-et-Cazenac

Located in
Beynac-et-Cazenac

Come fly over the Dordogne, Perigord, castles, manors, fortresses, the valleys of the Dordogne and Vézère, discover it in all its charm.

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two tuk-tuk's in st emilion

Tuk-Tuk Tour (Wine Tour), Saint Emilion

Located in
Saint-Emilion

100% electric and 100% silent, the infamous tuk-tuk comes to Saint Emilion to take you on a tour or the town and the vineyards that surround it.

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Gabarres Caminade, La Roque-Gageac

Traditional Barge Boat Trip, La Roque-Gageac

Located in
Beynac-et-Cazenac

Travel along the valley of the five chateaux on traditional barges and discover some of the most beautiful sites.

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horses with a man in Brantome

Brantome Police Horses & Friends, Brantome

Brantôme Police Horses provides care and rehabilitation for many horses and ponies alongside donkeys, dogs, cats, sheep, goats and chickens. Situated in the heart of the countryside, just ten minutes north of Brantôme.

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the blue & white petit train in Bergerac

Le Petit Train de Bergerac

Located in
Bergerac

Discover the historic town of Bergerac during this 30-35 minute tour of the towns most famous sights and features.

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Le Velorail du Perigord Vert, near Thiviers

Le Velorail du Perigord Vert, near Thiviers

Pedal your way through the countryside on this unique and entertaining mode of transport that will give you a bit of exercise as you enjoy the scenery.

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