Dordogne Gastronomic Cycling

• Dramatic river valleys, mediaeval towns, fairytale chateaux, prehistoric sites
• Cycle along the banks of the Vezere, Dordogne, Beaune and Borreze rivers
• Excellent hotels - swimming pools at all - lots of 'stay put' day options
• Special gastronomic menus; world-famous wine discoveries
• Lovely temperate climate, ideal for cycling

This holiday explores one of themost fascinating corners of the Dordogne, and includes some of the nicest hotels - all with private swimming pools - in the region. The cycling is varied, packed with interest, and takes you along the banks of the Dordogne and Vezere rivers, through ancient woodlands and past pretty farmsteads and, as this part of France is famous for its cooking and the excellence of the ingredients, we've arranged specially good evening meals.

You visit the best sights in the region too. The Valley of Pre-History shows how homosapiens lived around 20,000 years ago, and Sarlat's mediaeval magic will hold you spellbound. The towering strongholds of Beynac, Castelnaud, Domme and Montfort, built during the Hundred Years' War (1337-1453) have breathtaking views and your route also takes you to little-known chateaux hidden deep in the woods. You're never far fromthe Dordogne and Vezere rivers, so you often get the chance to swim and you can go fishing or canoeing too.