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9 hours
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Follow a small group scheduled tour that will take you to the most significant sites that are linked with palaeolithic art of the Dordogne. The tour will include the visit of the National Prehistory Museum that houses the largest collection of palaeolithic artefacts in the world. Then discover Lascaux IV cave, a perfect reproduction of Lascaux, in which you will contemplate the paintings that can be seen in the original cave. Finally, admire the original engravings and drawings of Rouffignac cave coined the cave of 100 mammoths as the animal is here the most represented out of all the palaeolithic caves that can be visited.
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
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
It is cold in the caves (13°C / 56°F), warm clothing is strongly recommended
Electric train visit in Rouffignac, comments made in French during time of travel. Guide will introduce cave beforehand and will make commentaries at the bottom of the cave in English
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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Entrance fees to Prehistory Museum, Lascaux IV and Rouffignac Cave
Professional guide
English speaking qualified driver guide
Live commentary on board
Lunch
Gratuities
Pick up and drop off at the hotel
Rouffignac Cave
Discover Rouffignac Cave that possesses original and authentic etchings and drawings
Musee National de Prehistoire
In 2018, the museum was listed on Time Magazine’s 100 Greatest Places To Visit.
Discover breathtaking Paleolithic art of the Dordogne region. Visit the National Prehistory Museum, Lascaux II as well as Rouffignac caves.
98 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Angelina G,
Jun 9, 2025
- Viator
The tour with Benoit visiting Prehistorical sites and some little villages in the Vezere valley was amazing.
SUSAN W,
Sep 6, 2024
- Viator
It was a well thought- out tour. Benoit, our guide, was very knowledgeable! It was a very memorable day out!
Amanda B,
Jul 23, 2024
- Viator
Our tour guide, Benoit was very knowledgeable, professional and friendly. We learned so much about the ancient people of the region. Seeing the caves in person was so inspiring and memorable. We highly recommend this excursion!
Jenni K,
Sep 9, 2023
- Viator
I very much like the train ride into the Roffignac grotto going deeper & deeper into the grotte Lascaux was very impressive & because our tour guide French speaking Anne, was knowledgeable & very approachable l enjoyed all the information, she imparted expressed in impeccable English very helpful as an introduction before we entered the grotte The whole day was very enjoyable & just a small group made it very pleasant I loved the short visit to the small & very beautiful, calm& peaceful Saint Leon more than anything -streets were free from tourist trappings & tourists in general
Eileen M,
Oct 8, 2022
- Viator
The visit to Rouffignac and spending time in the excellent museum at Les Eyzies. I also appreciated the well-informed orientations by our guide Benoit.
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