9 hours
E-voucher
English
Overview
Journey back to prehistoric times on this full-day small-group tour of the Dordogne’s historic highlights from Sarlat. Start with a visit to the National Prehistory Museum in Les Eyzies de Tayac to marvel over the world’s largest collection of Paleolithic artifacts. Next, enjoy skip-the-line entry to the Lascaux IV cave, a remarkable reconstruction of the original Lascaux cave, famed for its prehistoric reliefs. Finally, view the original drawings adorning the UNESCO-listed Rouffignac Cave, which dates back over 15,000 years.
Operated by
Ophorus
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Absolutely amazing to see the genuine prehistoric cave art at Rouffignac and Lascaux was very interesting and well done
susanwN3890NX, Sept 2025
Excellent trip - well rounded and planned. Guide was very good and happy to answer all the questions being thrown at him. Seeing the prehistoric cave art at Rouffignac is something that will stay with me a long time.
Must-see
Céline P, Aug 2025
Must-see tour to learn about the lives of the men of 20,000 years ago and the incredible artists who painted these masterpieces. Hugo our super guide, knew how to communicate his knowledge and passion with humor and many anecdotes. An unforgettable visit, thank you
Deep disappointment; Disney would have done much better, and you know it's fantasy. This is neither fantasy nor reality.
378hectora, Jul 2025
I had high expectations. I knew it was a replica. It has an incomprehensible entrance, inside it's a Disney system to get in; then inside there are good replicas, I think, and that half hour ends in a shopping mall. I'm more than sure Disney would have made it much more atmospheric and exciting. I've visited other real ones elsewhere, and there's ZERO excitement. Knowing that they were not there, nor did they paint that, seeing something that YouTube or books show was a deep disappointment. I recommend checking which cave you go to, since there are real ones.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry the experience did not meet your expectations. As mentioned, the site is a replica created to protect the original caves, which are too fragile to be visited. We understand this may feel less authentic, but it still offers a unique way to discover these remarkable artworks. Kind regards, Jeanne from the Ophorus Team
A must see for cave art lovers and anyone interested in the history of mankind.
chattcats, Jul 2025
There were five people in our group, and Benoit was an excellent guide. There were even times when someone wanted to stop and visit a site that was not necessarily on our itinerary. Always keeping in mind the time schedule, Benoit accommodated several of these stops. Benoit knows a lot about the history of the area as well as all of the many sites that one could visit given enough time in Dordogne. He is very knowledgeable about prehistory in this area and was able to answer the many questions we threw at him. Benoit has a good sense of humor and also understands how much information you can take in in one short day. This was one of the highlights of our trip so far.
Itinerary
Musee National de Prehistoire
Uncover humanity’s ancient story with a guided visit through extensive exhibits dedicated to early humans and Paleolithic art, providing context before visiting the region’s most iconic cave sites.
2 hoursAdmission IncludedLa Roque Saint-Christophe
Marvel at this dramatic troglodytic site : a sheer limestone cliff inhabited since Paleolithic times, with guided explanations about prehistoric shelters and ancient engineering adapted to the cliffs.
2 hoursAdmission IncludedMontignac-Lascaux
Lunch Break :
Enjoy a relaxed lunch at a local restaurant, with recommendations from your guide or the freedom to choose your own spot (meal not included).
2 hoursLascaux IV
Experience Lascaux IV, a complete new replica retracing the discovery of the famous decorated cave.
3 hoursAdmission Included
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- English speaking qualified driver guide
- Live commentary on board
- Entrance fees to Prehistory Museum, Lascaux IV and La Roque Saint-Christophe
Exclusions
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Pick up and drop off at the hotel
Additional Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Children under 4 years old are not allowed on the tour
- It is cold in the caves (13°C / 56°F), warm clothing is strongly recommended
- Please note that the infant seats are available upon request, please inform us at the moment of the booking (number and age of the children)
- Pets are not allowed on the tour
- English tours of the Caves of Lascaux IV are very limited in number, most of the visits are in French. Your guide will explain the cave before and after the tour as simultaneous translation in the cave is strictly forbidden
- Important information : please note that this visit includes climbing stairs and is therefore not indicated for guests with mobility issues
- Please note : the order of visits may vary according to reserved time slots at Lascaux IV
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.