Discover one of the most beautiful villages in France and visit either the last medieval fortified watermill still in operation or a beautiful Romanesque church.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 4.5 hours
- Starting time 1:30 PM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, French
- Pickup included
- Pickup at the bus stop Place Pasteur in Sarlat. Hotel pickup available for hotels not located at walking distance from Place Pasteur.
- Private group
Experience
Highlights
- Visit one of the most beautiful villages in France
- Enjoy a guided tour in English
- See the last medieval fortified watermill still in operation
- Discover a beautiful Romanesque church
Full description
Climb aboard a comfortable van in Sarlat and after a 1-hour trip punctuated by photo stops through the majestic landscapes of the Dordogne Valley, you will reach Rocamadour. Rocamadour is one of the most beautiful medieval villages in France, built in a vertiginous setting against a cliff face nestled in the heart of the Alzou canyon, a thousand-year-old historic UNESCO site.
During this guided tour you will learn about the legends at the origin of this sacred place. After crossing the main street of the village, you will discover the sanctuary and its chapels by climbing the 216 steps of the Grand Pilgrim's Staircase (elevator also available). You will admire the miraculous chapel and its black virgin, the sarcophagus of St. Amadour dug into the rock of the cliff, and the legendary sword Durandal.
On the way back, you will cross the majestic and wild landscapes of the Causses du Quercy and make a stop to visit a unique place either the Cougnaguet medieval watermill or Souillac Romanesque church.
Includes
- Transportation
- Guided tour in English
- Bottled water
- Tea, coffee, and hot chocolate
- Optional: lift fees if you do not want to climb the Big Pilgrims Staircase (216 steps) 3.10 €/person
COVID-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Important information
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
Know before you go
- Hand sanitizer is provided at numerous locations on the premises
- Guests are kindly asked to wear a face mask or protective covering, which are provided for free