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Dordogne & Fontainebleau

1st - 9th Sep 27: A 9 Day Escorted Coach Holiday to Dordogne with Johnsons Coaches

Wednesday 1^st September 2027 – Thursday 9^th September 2027

9 Days

From £1,849

Discover the enchanting Dordogne, where honey-coloured villages, dramatic river valleys and remarkable heritage create one of France’s most captivating regions. Based near medieval Sarlat-la-Canéda, this relaxing escorted holiday combines time to wander atmospheric old streets with memorable included visits to Beynac-et-Cazenac, a traditional Dordogne River cruise, the beautiful Jardins du Manoir d’Eyrignac, the world-famous Lascaux IV caves, and a scenic steam train ride through the Haut-Quercy. We also visit the spectacular cliffside pilgrimage village of Rocamadour before continuing north for a two-night stay in Fontainebleau, including entrance to the magnificent Château de Fontainebleau.

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

Explore medieval Sarlat-la-Canéda, one of the Dordogne’s most atmospheric towns
Enjoy a traditional gabarre cruise along the scenic Dordogne River
Visit Beynac-et-Cazenac, a beautiful riverside village crowned by its château
Discover the remarkable Lascaux IV caves and their prehistoric art
Ride the Tourist Railway of Haut-Quercy for superb valley views
Step inside the magnificent Château de Fontainebleau

Day One: Arrival

We travel to Dover for the Channel crossing to Calais, before continuing south to the Novotel Orléans for our overnight stay.

Day Two

Continuing southwards, we enter the Dordogne region and arrive at our hotel, the Hotel La Hoirie, where we stay for five nights.

Day Three

We spend today at leisure in the beautifully preserved medieval town of Sarlat-la-Canéda. One of the most alluring towns in south-west France, Sarlat is known for its honey-coloured stone buildings, winding lanes and rich heritage, with history centred around its former Benedictine abbey.

Day Four

After a leisurely breakfast, we drive the short distance to Beynac-et-Cazenac, one of the most picturesque villages on the Dordogne. Here we enjoy a one-hour circular cruise on the river aboard a traditional-style 'gabarre', inspired by the cargo boats once used on these waters. Afterwards, there is free time to explore the village at your own pace. In the afternoon, we continue to the Jardins du Manoir d'Eyrignac for a one-hour guided tour. These elegant gardens are a feast for the senses, with formal topiary, the beautiful White Garden, peaceful walkways and a wildflower meadow to enjoy at leisure after our tour.

Day Five

This morning we visit Lascaux IV, the International Centre for Cave Art, for a self-guided tour of its remarkable full-scale replica of the original cave. The world-famous prehistoric paintings, discovered in 1940 and dating back thousands of years, are brought vividly to life through faithful reproduction and modern interpretation. In the afternoon, our coach takes us towards Souillac and on to Martel, the starting point for our steam train ride on the Tourist Railway of Haut-Quercy. Departing at 14:30 hrs, this one-hour, eight-mile round trip climbs more than 80 metres and rewards us with fine panoramic views across the Dordogne Valley.

Day Six

We make a half-day visit to the dramatic cliffside village of Rocamadour, a celebrated pilgrimage site and one of the most memorable sights in the region. Its medieval stone houses, sanctuaries and winding lanes appear to cling to the rockface, creating a truly striking setting.

Day Seven

We return north today, breaking our journey with a two-night stay at the Novotel Fontainebleau.

Day Eight

Today we include entrance to the magnificent Château de Fontainebleau, one of France's great royal residences. Enjoy time to explore its richly decorated interiors and impressive courtyards, reflecting centuries of French history.

Day Nine

We make our return journey to Calais for the Channel crossing to Dover, before continuing home to Henley-in-Arden.

Hotel La Hoirie

This 3 star hotel is located within its own grounds, just outside the centre of Sarlat-la-Canéda. The hotel consists of 2 buildings. The main building is an authentic 13th century farming lodge, which houses the rustic-chic bar and restaurant, complete with a light and airy conservatory where breakfast and dinner are taken. The second building, which opened in 2018, is built in traditional stone with 26 state of the art bedrooms and the main hotel reception. There is a charming central courtyard – a lovely area in which to relax – leading to an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by lawns and shady trees – the perfect place to relax with a drink.

HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

3-Star * En Suite Bedrooms * TV * Lift

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Door to Door Service
Our Own Courier
Luxury Traveller Coach with ‘First Class’ seating & legroom
Fully reclining seats
Complimentary on board hot and cold drinks
Free WiFi and USB charging points
Return Dover to Calais ferry crossing
Overnight half board at Novotel Orleans – 3 course set menu
5 nights half board at Hotel La Hoirie – Inclusions include:
- Welcome drink of kir on arrival
- 3 course set menu on arrival day
- 3 course menu with 2 choices per course every other evening
- Hot & Cold buffet breakfast
- Free use of swimming pool
2 nights half board at Novotel Fontainebleau – 3 course set menu
Outlined excursions
Boat Trip on the Dordogne
Steam Train ride on the Tourist Railway Haut-Quercy
Entrance to Chateau de Fontainebleau

Date, Price & Supplement

1 Sep 27

£1,849

Single Room: £340

Insurance: £97

Prices are per person and for the entire holiday

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