7-day Dordogne Walking Holiday
Self-guided Belvès to Montpazier walking tour
- Easy walks through the beautiful Perigord countryside
- A wealth of historical villages along the trail: Belvès, Cadouin, Monpazier
- Variation of charming accommodations
- Visit the Cistern Abbey of Cadouin and the Castle of Biron
- Even more beautiful during spring and autumn
Start: Belvès Finish: Monpazier
On your arrival you'll be welcomed to a small and charming hotel, right in the center of Belvès.
Discover the magic of this village, a Medieval gem in the heart of the Dordogne. Wander cobblestone streets, savor local delicacies in vibrant markets, and dine in intimate bistros as the sun sets over rolling hills. Immerse yourself in history with ancient architecture and underground caves.
A lovely circular walk right from the hotel's front door. From Belvès, the relief deepens, the forest occupies the first part of the route and then the views gradually open out over the Dordogne valley that the path overlooks. After the ridge-top villages of Saint-Germain-de-Belvès and Cladech, the descent to the valley begins through cultivated fields, offering fine views over the valley. Back at the hotel, there'll be time to relax or have a drink on one the terraces of Belvès. Why not try a glass of crisp, local Monbazillac wine as an aperitif. In the evening enjoy another tasty dinner in of the restaurants in the village.
Challenge: 17,5 km / 11 mi
Relaxing walk from Belvès to another medieval village: Cadouin, built around an imposing 12th century Cistercian Abbey. This walk is not just a journey; it's a passage through time and nature, a seamless blend of exploration and tranquility that promises an unforgettable experience. Discover the allure of the Dordogne, one step at a time. The route leads you through lush forests. Catch glimpses of centuries-old stone bridges and quaint hamlets, each with its own story to tell. In autumn you'll find a palette of unlikely yellow, red and golden colours and you'll have a wide range of wild fruits to choose from (blackberries, raspberries, hazelnuts and chestnuts).
At the end of the day, you arrive at your next accommodation: La Salvetat de Cadouin.
Challenge: 17 km / 10 mi
Today has been left free to do as much or as little as you like. You may choose to spend your time relaxing on the terrace or visit the nearby imposing 12th-Century Cistercian Abbey. Alternatively, you can enjoy a 13 kilometre walk through the nearby woodland. Tonight you will choose a place for dinner from among the fine local restaurants in the village.
Challenge: 13 km / 8 mi
This morning you start off with a transfer to the picturesque honey-coloured village of Montferrand-du-Périgord. Today’s route is a beautiful and varied trek along narrow trails through undulating wheat fields, woodlands full of roe deer and wild boar and past monumental farmhouses. Your day ends at the small 13th-Century ‘bastide’ of Monpazier. Built by Edward I, it was also home to Richard II for a time and is regarded as one of the most beautiful villages in France. Your accommodation for the next two nights is in a spectacular 19th-Century chateau on the edge of the village. Once again, the dinners served at this hotel are unlikely to disappoint.
Challenge: 15 km / 9,5 mi
Your last day of walking might be the most beautiful route of the program: a splendid walking tour to Château Biron and an optional visit to this imposing Medieval castle. We can stop for lunch at the “auberge”. Along the way, you'll enjoy a true painter’s palette of quintessential Perigord landscapes.
Challenge: 13 - 18 km / 8 - 11 mi
After a typical French breakfast your trip comes to an end.
This tour includes 6 overnight stays, at 2 charming hotels and 1 B&B. The second and third accommodation have swimming pools. Rooms with en-suite bathroom are guaranteed.
The Boudoir Hôtel*** is nestled in a pretty building right in the centre of the medieval town of Belvès, listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France, between the valleys of the Dordogne and Vézère rivers.
Welcome to Villa Marguerite, a large middle-class house in the famous village of Cadouin, 300 metres from the Cistercian abbey and its Gothic cloister, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Comfortable 19th century petit-chateau hotel. Set in the heart of the Dordogne, Hotel - Restaurant Edward 1er is a beautiful hotel with a stunning view over the surrounding rolling countryside.
The nearest airports to your starting point (Belvès) are Bergerac (EGC), Toulouse-Blagnac (TLS) and Bourdeaux-Merignac (BOD)
Arrival in Belvès
By car
For driving routes see the website ViaMichelin: www.viamichelin.co.uk
- Taxi from Bergerac airport to the train station in Bergerac (6km) or directly to the accommodation in Belvès.
- Then train from Bergerac to Belvès (Travel time aprox. 1hr 40min depending on type of train). Timetables www.ter.sncf.com/aquitaine
- Taxi transfer from the train station in Belvès to your first accommodation in Belvès.
From Toulouse-Blagnac airport (TLS)
- From Toulouse airport, you get the “Navette Aéroport” (shuttle) to the train station. Service run by Tisséo, with departures every 20min . For more information, go to: www.toulouse.aeroport.fr
- From Toulouse, you get the train to Belvès with connection in Agen. Travel time is 2h30min - 3h30min, depending on the train you take. Check: SNCF (sncf-connect.com)
- Taxi transfer from the train station in Belvès to your first accommodation in Belvès.
From Bordeaux-Merignac airport (BOD)
- From Bordeaux airport, you get the “Navette” (shuttle) to the train station. Departures every hour. For more information, go to: https://30direct.com/en/
OR
- Bordeaux airport to the city centre on bus line 1, direction Quinconces, and get off at Pole d’Echanges. Then Tram Line C from Quinconces, direction Terres Nueves, to Bordeaux-St Jean train station. Travel time is approx 1 hour. Check www.infotbm.com (departure “aéroport”, arrival “gare saint-jean”)
- From Bordeaux, you get the train to Belvès with connection in Agen or Le Buisson, depending on the line: Monday to Friday, 4 trains a day, the first departure is at 06.05, the last train goes at 16.05 hrs. Travel time is 2.5 - 3hrs, depending on the train you take.
- Taxi transfer from the train station in Belvès to your first accommodation in Belvès
Departure from Monpazier
- Taxi transfer from your last accommodation, in Monpazier, back to your car in Belvès (this service is included in your arrangement).
- Taxi transfer from your last accommodation, in Monpazier, back to train station in Belvès (this service is included in your arrangement).
- Train from Belvès to Bergerac with connection in Le Buisson. Travel time is about 2hrs, depending on the train you take.
- Then taxi from the train station in Bergerac to Bergerac airport (6km)
- Alternative is to book a transfer from Monpazier to airport (about €100). This is to be booked in advance.
From Toulouse-Blagnac airport (TLS)
- Taxi transfer from your last accommodation, in Monpazier, back to train station in Belvès (this service is included in your arrangement).
- Train from Belvès to Toulouse-Matabiau, with connection in Agen. Travel time is 2.5 - 3.5 hrs, depending on the train you take.Check: SNCF (sncf-connect.com)
- Shuttle from Toulouse train station to the airport (“Navette Aéroport”). Service run by Tisséo. Travel time is 20-45min For more information, go to: www.toulouse.aeroport.fr
From Bordeaux-Merignac airport (BOD)
- Taxi transfer from your last accommodation, in Monpazier, back to train station in Belvès (this service is included in your arrangement).
- Train from Belvès to Bordeaux. Check: SNCF (sncf-connect.com)
- From the train station in Bordeaux, you get the “Navette” (shuttle) to the airport. Travel time is about 30min. For more information, go to: Airport and Bordeaux train station shuttle timetable (30direct.com)
OR
- From the train station, you get a tram and / or bus to the airport. Travel time approx 1hr. www.infotbm.com (departure “gare saint-jean”, arrival “aéroport de bordeaux”)
GPS tracks are available on request.
Included
- 6 nights' accommodation with breakfast
- 3 dinners (Day 1, 3 & 5)
- Luggage transport
- Transfer day 4
- Digital detailed route notes and maps in English
- Access to the trip in GUIBO, the digital guidebook and navigation
- 24-hour telephone assistance
Not Included
- Lunches
- Dinners not mentioned in the program
- Drinks and snacks
- Personal equipment
- Additional transfers
- Tourist tax
Extras
- Single Room Supplement(s)
- Solo Traveller Supplement
- Additional night/s can be booked at any of the standard accommodations along the way
- Transfer from Bergerac to Belvès
- Transfer from Monpazier to Bergerac
- Transfer from and back to airports
- Shipment of printed documents to the first accommodation
28-09-2019
"The trip was excellent"
12-09-2019
"We traveled with a group of friends. It was easy and beautiful walk with nice hotels to stay in. We walked it in the middle of September - unfortunately it was a bit too hot but , except first day, there was enough shadow on the route. Beautiful views guaranteed. We especially enjoyed our stay in the first place in Cote Rivage in Badefols-Sur-Dordogne. Warmest hospitality, amazing food, comfortable rooms and sunsets over the river each evening during the dinner. S-Cape organized everything perfectly."
17-04-2019
"Walking in Dordogne is a great experience. The best thing about is that anybody can do it. We went with 3 small kids, you don't have to be an experienced hiker or super athlete to walk the trail proposed. It's safe and easy to plan. The route is not marked very well, however the maps provided together with the GPS tracking files makes it very simple to manage. Dordogne surprised us by its beauty - and we have hiked many trails in Italy and Spain. The scenery is awesome. And the hotels chosen by Scape were really nice."
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