Dordogne Prestige à Pied Walking Holiday

Spectacular Dordogne combined with special hotels

Spectacular views as the walk takes you through the splendid scenery of the Quercy Natural Park past rocky overhanging cliffs with wonderful views across the Dordogne River - graded a moderate walk as there are some steep sections.

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Prestige Holiday
Walking Holiday
Moderate Grade
7 nights
7 days
Half-Board

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£1,429

Prices per person (based on two sharing).

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Dordogne Prestige à Pied Walking Holiday

Dordogne and Aquitaine

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Rail Travel (1st Class)

Outward: Depart St Pancras International station, change trains in Paris, arrive Souillac early evening. Transfer to hotel included (30 mins).

Return: Taxi transfer to Souillac station included (30 mins), change stations in Paris, arrive St Pancras International station early evening.

Day 1 Arrival Martel
- Relais Sainte Anne - a delightful hotel located in the heart of the charming, medieval town of Martel know as the town of the Seven Towers. Dinner in the hotel.
Day 2 Day trip from Martel - 7 miles (11.2km)
- A circular route to discover the pretty hamlet of Murel with it’s Romanesque church before heading off up the valley of Doue.Trip to restaurant Le Pont de l'Ouysse for a 'dîner gastronomique'.
Day 3 Martel to Meyronne - 7 miles (11.2km)
- Today your route takes you via Mont Mercou with splendid views of the Dordogne valley - stay tonight at the charming Hôtel La Terrasse - wonderful food and splendid views along the Dordogne River
Day 4 Day trip from Meyronne - 7 miles (11.2km)
- A circular route with breath taking views of the peaks of the Roc des Monges, then return to Meyronne on a narrow walk way cut in to the cliff passing prehistoric shelters.
Day 5 Meyronne to Rocamadour - 8 miles (12.8km)
- Today’s walk takes you out of the Dordogne valley and into the Park Naturel Régional des Causses du Quercy and the spectacular town of Rocamadour which clings precariously on to the cliff edge. Stay in the lovely Hôtel les Vieilles Tours in peaceful countryside above the town.
Day 6 Day trip from Rocamadour - 9 miles (14.4km)
- A wonderful circuit which takes you into the splendid Alzou gorges past ancient mills, and return along quiet, rocky footpaths across the plateau.
Day 7 Rocamadour to La Treyne - 10 miles (16km)
- Today descend towards Lacave through the rock canyons of the valley of Ouysse passing a succession of mills and pits, continue to the Château de Treyne: a noble residence built originally in the 14th century this beautiful hotel sits on top a cliff majestically overhanging the splendid Dordogne River. Final night to linger over a sumptuous meal as you recap on the best bits of your holiday.
Day 8 Depart
- Transfer to rail station or back to Martel to collect your car.

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Hotel - Relais Ste Anne
- Located in the centre of the pretty medieval village of Martel, this delightful hotel, sheltered by magnificent grounds covered with trees and flowers, is an ideal place to stay in order to appreciate the charm of the region. Bright rooms, heated swimming pool and a warm and friendly welcome from your hosts.
  
  Hotel Facilities
  - Quiet but centrally located.
  - Warm and friendly welcome.
  - Outdoor heated swimming pool.
  - Delightful grounds
  - Flower strewn grounds.
  - Excellent restaurant.
  - Charmingly decorated rooms all with en suite facilities.
  - Good outdoor dining area.
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Hotel - Hotel La Terrasse - Meyronne
- This entirely restored feudal chateau is reflected in the waters of the Dordogne river. The castle was converted into a Hotel-Restaurant in the late nineteen twenties and Francoise and Gilles Liebus have carried on the work in progress by continually improving its comfort, warmth and refinement. Inside, the charm of the past mingles with the comfort of the present. The chateau, with its significant history, is a charming small hotel with just ten rooms and four suits and a restaurant with a panoramic view. The rooms are decorated in an elegant yet comfortable style, with full bathrooms. There is an outdoor swimming pool set in a shaded pretty garden and a large terrace.
  
  Hotel Facilities
  - Panoramic restaurant.
  - Outdoor swimming pool.
  - Terrace.
  - Mini Bar.
  - Air conditioned.
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Hotel - Hotel Les Vieilles Tours
- Hotel Les Vieilles Tours is a magnificent 17 century manor house situated in a peaceful area yet close to Rocamadour it features 17 guest rooms where comfort and elegance are combined in order to offer you the best hospitality.
  
  Hotel Facilities
  - Great hospitality.
  - Set in parkland.
  - Swimming pool.
  - Excellent restaurant.
  - All bedrooms have wonderful views.
  - Ensuite facilitie.
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Hotel - Chateau De La Treyne
- Overhanging the Dordogne, the castle (XIVth and XVIIth century) combines the authenticity of the past, the stamp of comfort and the highest quality standard of a listed site. The French formal garden is surrounded by 120 hectares of forest. Philippe and Stéphanie Gombert handle the art of living to perfection: rich and refined bedrooms, breakfast in the shade of ancient cedars, dinner in the Louis XIII lounge or on the terrace overlooking the river .
  
  Hotel Facilities
  - Beautifully decorated bedrooms.
  - Listed castle on a cliff above the Dordogne.
  - Beautiful grounds.
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