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Dordogne
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Known for its beautiful scenery, historic architecture and gourmet delights, the Dordogne - known locally as le Perigord - sits between the wine-producing Loire Valley and the towering Pyrenees mountains which border France and Spain, and is an excellent spot for families, couples, and solo travellers alike. Leave the Loire Valley after breakfast and you will be there by lunchtime. Your home for the next four nights is a grand, riverside manor, and the perfect place to explore the pretty town of Vezac and beyond.
Although there are gardens and sights aplenty in Vezac itself - which you'll have ample time to explore over the next couple of days - this afternoon you'll be driving 30 minutes outside of Vezac to visit the gardens and manor house of Eyrignac.
After lunch, make the scenic drive to the gardens to meet your guide - the chief gardener. On this private tour you'll be taken through the pretty grounds, learning about the upkeep of the garden as well as the secrets and history of the vast manor.
Once you've had your fill of wandering the picture perfect scenery, you can drive back to Vezac via some of the pretty towns and villages, or simply head back to the hotel for a dip in the pool and a restful evening looking out over the Dordogne river.
It's time to say goodbye to Vezac today as you make your way to the next stop on your Dordogne road trip - Saint Emilion. It's a two-hour drive but you should definitely leave plenty of time to stop off along the way and enjoy the scenery. On arrival into this UNESCO-listed medieval village, check into your central hotel and then take the rest of the day to explore at your own pace. Being so close to the wineries of this famous Bordeaux region, Saint Emilion is all about wine, but we recommend taking it slightly easier on the vin today as you'll be enjoying a full-day tour of the local wineries tomorrow. We can, however, recommend some great places for supper.
Today you'll have an early breakfast before making the 20-minute drive to the coast for a private, two-hour surfing lesson. After perfecting your form, head back to the beach for a well-deserved lunch and to enjoy this picturesque stretch of beach. We can recommend a number of activities to get stuck into for the rest of the day, whether it's nature walks or scenic drives, and our clued-up French Concierge can suggest the best places for a nice meal and glass of wine.
Each of our trips is entirely tailor-made with originality, quality and cultural immersion in mind. Our team of destination specialists will craft itineraries based on your tastes, using their first-hand knowledge and the help of our in-country team of Concierges and guides. All trips are accompanied by a wide range of additional services, including a 24-hour helpline, the Original Travel app, fast-track airport services and much more.
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