These three private outings offer very different day-trip styles: one focuses on a prehistoric cave visit, and two center on Rocamadour with different pacing. All three are private and include pickup in the areas named by the operator, but the route, length, and confirmed inclusions are not the same.
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Compare the 3 Tour Options
Use this comparison to match the itinerary, traveler feedback, duration, and key features to your preferred travel day.
| Tour | Best for | Rating | Reviews | Duration | Key point | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Prehistoric cave private tour | Travelers who want a short private outing centered on prehistoric caves and geological features | ★ 5.0/5 | 9 reviews | Approx. 3 hr | Private format keeps the visit focused on your group. | View on Viator |
 Morning Rocamadour tour | Travelers who want a private morning visit to Rocamadour without an added second stop | ★ 5.0/5 | 7 reviews | Approx. 3 hr 30 min | Includes an air-conditioned vehicle and bottled water. | View on Viator |
 Afternoon Rocamadour plus stop | Travelers who want Rocamadour plus one additional visit on the return leg | ★ 5.0/5 | 6 reviews | Approx. 4 hr 30 min | Includes bottled water, all fees and taxes, and an air-conditioned vehicle. | View on Viator |
Explore Each Tour in Detail
Each option includes its own photo gallery, overview, key features, traveler profile, and direct Viator link.
Compare this if you want the most archaeology-driven option.
Sarlat : Private Tour to a Prehistoric Cave by Exploreo24
Best for: Travelers who want a short private outing centered on prehistoric caves and geological features
This short private tour is built around prehistoric cave exploration rather than a village visit. The experience starts with a demonstration of early fire-making and painting techniques, then continues into dark caves where cave paintings are part of the visit. The itinerary also includes a second cave known for geological formations and bear claw marks. Pickup is included from several named areas, and bottled water and an air-conditioned vehicle are confirmed. Entrance fees are not included, and the tour is not accessible for people with reduced mobility. It can also be operated in the afternoon on request.
Prehistoric cave visit with private guiding
- Private format keeps the visit focused on your group.
- Includes bottled water and an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Combines cave paintings with a second cave and geological formations.
Compare this if you prefer a simpler Rocamadour visit earlier in the day.
Sarlat : Private morning tour to Rocamadour by Exploreo24
Best for: Travelers who want a private morning visit to Rocamadour without an added second stop
This private morning outing follows a direct route from the pickup area to Rocamadour in a comfortable electric van, with photo stops along the way. The visit is led in English and focuses on the sanctuary area, local legends, and the places named in the itinerary, including the cross trail, the miraculous chapel, the black virgin, the sarcophagus of St. Amadour, and the sword Durandal. Pickup is included in several named locations, and bottled water, all fees and taxes, and an air-conditioned vehicle are confirmed. The tour is not accessible for people with reduced mobility, and elevator fees are excluded.
Morning private tour to Rocamadour
- Includes an air-conditioned vehicle and bottled water.
- All fees and taxes are confirmed as included.
- The itinerary is centered on Rocamadour and its sanctuaries.
Compare this if you want the same Rocamadour core visit with one extra stop.
Sarlat : Private Afternoon Tour to Rocamadour by Exploreo24
Best for: Travelers who want Rocamadour plus one additional visit on the return leg
This afternoon version follows the same main Rocamadour route as the morning tour, with photo stops in the Dordogne Valley and a guided English-language visit of the sanctuary area. It also keeps the same core landmarks in the itinerary, including the cross trail, the miraculous chapel, the black virgin, the sarcophagus of St. Amadour, and the sword Durandal. What sets it apart is the return-leg stop: the tour may include either the Cougnaguet medieval watermill, available from April to October, or Autoire medieval village, available all year. Pickup in Sarlat is confirmed, along with bottled water, all fees and taxes, and an air-conditioned vehicle. It is not accessible for people with reduced mobility, and some fees are excluded.
Afternoon private tour to Rocamadour with an extra stop
- Includes bottled water, all fees and taxes, and an air-conditioned vehicle.
- Adds a second visit on the way back, making the itinerary more varied.
- Pickup in Sarlat is explicitly confirmed.
How to choose an itinerary style around Bergerac
If you want the most compact outing, the cave tour is the shortest and keeps the focus on prehistory. If you prefer a cultural day with a single main stop, choose one of the Rocamadour options; if you want a little more variety, the afternoon version adds an extra visit.
Cave-focused route
Pickup in the listed areas, then a private cave visit with a second cave stop.
Rocamadour morning route
Travel from the pickup area to Rocamadour, then return after the guided visit.
Rocamadour afternoon route
Travel to Rocamadour, then add either a watermill or village stop on the way back.
Travel planning tip
Check the live product page before booking. Departure details, activity order, inclusions, and available options can change.
Booking notes
- Check the pickup area carefully, because extra charges apply for pickup from another area.
- These tours are not accessible for people with reduced mobility.
- Some entrance or elevator costs are not included, so review the inclusions and exclusions before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which tour is the shortest?
The private prehistoric cave tour is the shortest of the three options.
Which tour includes an extra stop?
The private afternoon Rocamadour tour includes an additional stop on the return leg, either the Cougnaguet watermill or Autoire village depending on the date.
Are these shared group tours?
No. All three are described as private tours, so they are designed for your own booking group.