Village Life in Dordogne
April 10 - 18, 2008
Cost: $2,595
Early booking deadline - reserve by Oct. 12th and save $600 per couple!
Tour Operator: Thomas P. Gohagan & Company 1-800-922-3088
View brochure (PDF - will open in new window)

Experience the joys of life in the heart of southwestern France's Dordogne River Valley, a delightful region renowned for its stunning beauty, delectable cuisine, splendid castles and charming villages. From your base in the historic town of Sarlat-la-Canéda -- officially recognized as one of France's best-preserved medieval villages -- explore the region's numerous historic, cultural and natural attractions, including the prehistoric caves of Lascaux and Rouffignac, Richard the Lionheart's castle at Beynac, the ancient fortified town of Domme and the dramatic cliff-side town of Rocamadour, one of Europe's most important pilgrimage destinations during the Middle Ages. Your experience will be enhanced with exclusive lectures and the Village Forum discussion with local residents. Accommodations will be in the charming Hôtel de la Madeleine where your host, Philippe Melot-- a highly regarded chef and former town mayor -- will introduce you to the region's history and architecture in addition to the Périgord's culinary wonders. Your enjoyment of the region's gastronomic bounty will be further enhanced by special daily meals and at Sarlat-la-Canéda's colorful outdoor market, a village tradition that dates to the Middle Ages.