Canoeing on the Dordogne

Name: Canoeing on the Dordogne
Brand: Exodus
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)

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£ 1199

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Activity :

Family

Ages :

18+

Trip Code :

B08DO

Safe, undemanding canoeing holiday on the most celebrated river in France.

This canoeing holiday offers a leisurely way to explore one of France’s most interesting waterways. The Dordogne River runs alongside glorious golden-pink limestone cliffs and passes the walnut groves and truffle woods of the Perigord; an area rich in history and striking views.

The canoeing is safe, not demanding, and we give you a lesson on handling your canoe before you set off. There are no major weirs to carry your canoe round, and the flow of the water does much of the work for you, so you can travel downstream looking out for imposing and magnificent chateaux, mediaeval villages and prehistoric sites including the Grottes de Lacave. There are plenty of diversions away from the river too; from Carennac visit the Gouffre de Padirac, or, from Meyronne, head out to Martel, the medieval ‘town of seven towers’. The local gourmet markets are also a great way to experience Dordogne culture and taste amazing produce such as duck, goose, walnuts and cheeses.

We have chosen lovely, friendly hotels throughout, all with their own swimming pools. These include a converted 11th century chateau, a 4 star Villa that sits on the ancient site of a vast Gallo-Roman farm and a family run inn on the banks of the Dordogne.

NB: All customers must be able to swim at least 50m fully clothed. We provide 2/3 person canoes (minimum age 8 years). Single-person kayaks are also available if specified when you book. Only suitable for children over 12 unless experienced. Should the river, at any point, be deemed too high to safely canoe, we will provide Headwater bikes at no extra charge for all days affected.

Highlights

One of France's most celebrated rivers: wide, peaceful, calm, flat
Excellent for families, easy for beginners
Friendly hotels, all with pools; superb cuisine
Excellent views all along the river: picturesque perched villages and troglodyte cave dwellings

Key Information

8 Nights, hotel-to-hotel
4 Days canoeing
Luggage transfers between hotels
Canadian canoes or sit-on kayaks included
Buoyancy aid and canoeing helmet provided
Option to hire bikes for 'rest days'

Countries visited: France

What's Included

All continental breakfasts and 3 evening meals
Canadian canoes or sit-on-top kayaks
Buoyancy aid and canoeing helmet
Luggage transfers between hotels

What's Not Included

Visas and vaccinations
Travel insurance
Single supplements

4 Days of Family

Day 2

13 km / 8.1 miles

Day 4

20 km / 12.4 miles

Day 6

17 km / 10.6 miles

Day 8

20 km / 12.4 miles

Sustainability and Impact

At Exodus, we thrive on travel, and we firmly believe our adventures should help destinations thrive too.

As a certified B Corp, we aim to take a ‘nature positive’ approach across our adventures, including carbon and waste reduction, animal welfare and support for rewilding and conservation. We also seek to contribute to local communities, providing economic opportunity and empowerment.

Learn more about our Thriving Nature, Thriving People plan, including our commitment to rewilding 100 square metres for every Exodus traveller
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B08DO - Canoeing on the Dordogne

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Canoeing on the Dordogne

Safe, undemanding canoeing holiday on the most celebrated river in France.

4 Days of Family

Sustainability and Impact

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Rocamadour Carsac-Aillac London London

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