La Lysiane B&B, Gourdon

This wildlife park is dedicated to the Barbary Macaque monkey who roams free in the 20 hectares of woodland.

Open from June to the end of September this small waterpark offers you and your family the chance to cool off on the hot summer days and to keep children entertained for hours.

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.

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

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.

This is a great outing for a family as you will have the chance to see these magnificent wild boar in a natural environment where they forage and feed in the forests of oak and chestnut trees.

This elegant and sophisticated two Michelin star restaurant offers creative dishes designed by chef Cédric Béchade, who plays with colours and textures in his cuisine.

The dining rooms allow for views of the surrounding vineyards and rolling hills. Drinks can also be enjoyed in the small library or among the chestnut trees.

Perched on a cliff, the Hôtel l'Esplanade has a great setting with good rooms and more importantly, a fantastic restaurant. 

Chez Alain is located in the beautiful medieval village of Issigeac, known for its colourful market on Sunday. The chef, Sébastien, offers a refined and colourful cuisine using fresh and seasonal produce. The stone walls and old beams give off a warm atmosphere inside and it has a pretty outdoor area.

Set in an inviting tranquil hotel just a short distance from the centre of medieval Brantome. A meal typical of the region including duck, foie gras and of course truffles can be enjoyed in the spacious restaurant or under the mulberry trees on the terrace in the summer.

With a terrace set alongside the Vezerie river and within a hotel clad in Virginia Creeper and decorated with heart, warmth and style, the restaurant is hugely inviting.

Comprising three garden areas that have been created, and are tended, by the volunteers of Vertus Vertes de Gourdon, Les Jardin de la Butte embellish this medieval town.

The galleries of the Cougnac caves house some exceptional stalactites; in particular the roof is covered with these tiny straw-like structures. It also hides some prehistoric artwork: paintings of ibex, mammoth, deer and humans, as well as many symbols. These date to approximately 20,000 years ago.

Surrounded by three walls, this medieval castle building from the 13th century has had various additions over the centuries in a more Renaissance style. 

Set within three hectares the water gardens in Carsac-Aillac offer a new place to walk that will delight young and old, tourists and locals.

Accessed today by a small electric train, these caves were discovered in 1902 by Armand Vire and at the time required a descent of over 60 metres. 

Created in the 1980s this garden is an expression of personal inspiration and shows a strong link between artistic and landscaped garden design.

Perched on the side of a cliff, in a gorge above the river Alzou, this medieval town has a breathtaking setting.

A base for exploring the region, Souillac has a medieval past and is filled with Romanesque-style sculptures. 

This bastide town, sitting high above the Dordogne river, has an impressive number of its 13th century fortifications still intact, including three of its original gates.

It's hard to imagine a nicer village than La Roque-Gageac, with its huge limestone cliffs that tower behind the Renaissance-style houses built in creamy stone with burnt red roofs. 

Standing out as one of the most charming towns in the region, this medieval dwelling remains much as it was when it was built in the 14th century. 

The village of Beynac-et-Cazenac is thought to date back to the 12th century when its imposing cliff top château was constructed.