Journey into Prehistory: Museum, Lascaux IV & La Roque Saint Christophe
About this activity
Highlights
- Discover prehistoric sites in the Vézère Valley
- Visit the National Museum of Prehistory in Les Eyzies
- Explore ancient troglodyte dwellings at La Roque
- Experience the Lascaux IV cave replica firsthand
- Learn about early human life and prehistoric art
Full description
Travel back thousands of years on this immersive small-group day trip from Sarlat exploring the prehistoric heritage of the Dordogne. Journey through the Vézère Valley, home to one of Europe’s richest concentrations of prehistoric sites.
Visit the National Museum of Prehistory in Les Eyzies, where your English-speaking driver-guide provides a guided visit and brings the collections to life through clear storytelling and context.
Continue to La Roque Saint-Christophe to discover impressive cliffside shelters carved into limestone, then experience Lascaux IV, the remarkable replica of the famous decorated cave. Combining museum interpretation, archaeological sites, and iconic cave art, this tour offers a complete and engaging journey through early human life and creativity.
The Prehistoric Heritage of the Vézère Valley
The Vézère Valley is one of Europe’s most important prehistoric regions, with hundreds of archaeological sites and decorated caves revealing human activity dating back tens of thousands of years.
Les Eyzies & the National Museum of Prehistory (Guided in English)
Les Eyzies-de-Tayac is often considered the “capital of prehistory” due to its concentration of discoveries and sites. A highlight of this tour is the National Museum of Prehistory, where your English-speaking driver-guide leads the visit, making the collections accessible and engaging for international travelers and adding context you wouldn’t get from a self-guided visit.
La Roque Saint-Christophe
This immense limestone cliff shelter reveals a remarkable record of human occupation, from prehistoric dwellings to medieval fortifications carved into the rock.
Lascaux IV Cave Art Centre
The highlight of the tour is the visit to Lascaux IV, the complete replica of the famous cave discovered in 1940. The site faithfully reproduces prehistoric paintings that date back more than 17,000 years.
An Immersive Journey Through Time
Combining prehistoric art, archaeological sites, and breathtaking landscapes, this tour offers a comprehensive introduction to the origins of human creativity and life in prehistoric Europe.
Included / Excluded
- Transportation in premium air-conditioned minivan
- English visit of the Prehistory Museum.
- Visit of La Roque Saint Christophe
- English tour of Lascaux IV.
- All entrance tickets.
- Lunch and personal expenses
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Gratuities for the driver/guide.
Itinerary
Place Pasteur meeting point
Meet your guide
National Prehistory Museum
Visit the National Prehistory Museum with your guide
Important information
Know before you book
- This is a prehistoric-focused full-day experience combining museum interpretation + sites + cave art
- Tour is operated in English.
- Minimum number of 2 participants (adults) applies.
- This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
- This tour is not available in August.
Know before you go
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time
- The day includes a guided visit in English at the National Museum of Prehistory
- Warm clothing is strongly recommended for the caves.
- Good comfortable walking shoes recommended.
- Photography restrictions may apply inside some exhibits
Health & restrictions
Age, Height, Weight
- Minimum age: 4
Dress code
It is cold in the caves (13°C / 56°F), warm clothing is strongly recommended.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours and no-shows are non-refundable.
Reviews
We went on an 8 hour full day tour of Omaha and Utah Beach that included Pointe du Hoc and the American Cemetery. I had previously read “The Longest Day” and literally our guide gave us a tour that contained the Cliff Notes of the book and more. Pascal isn’t your typical tour guide. He’s a military historian of D-Day. He has was precisely the guide I had hope for when I selected this tour. He’s enthusiasm for the subject is unmatched. Highly recommend this tour and Pascal if you are interested in the nuance of the D-Day invasion. 🇺🇸🇫🇷🫡
We had a fantastic day touring Cotes de Nuits and Beaune. Valantin did a great job, was so knowledge and personable.
We had a great time on our trip to St Emilion. Our guide picked us up on time and was very welcoming and knowledgeable, making our small group feel at ease with eachother. We had a pleasant drive to the village and then a little free time and then a delightful tasting at a chateaux. Would definitely recommend this trip for anyone spending a few days in Bordeaux.
Additional information
Unlike many museum visits in the region, this tour includes an English-speaking guided visit inside the National Museum of Prehistory in Les Eyzies, led by your driver-guide, offering a deeper understanding of the collections and the broader story of human prehistory in Dordogne.
Please note that we do not distribute water bottles anymore to limit our environmental impact. We strongly recommend that you bring a reusable bottle.