Private half-day tour to Rocamadour by EXPLOREO
Overview
During this private guided tour in english, we will tell you about the legends at the origin of this sacred place.
After crossing the main street, we will reach the sanctuary and its chapels by climbing the 216 steps of the grand pilgrim's staircase.
You will discover the miraculous chapel and its black virgin, the sarcophagus of St Amadour, the legendary sword Durandal.
On the way back, we will cross the wild landscapes of the Causses du Quercy and you can choose an extra visit :
- a medieval fortified watermill still in activity (april to october - extra fee : 6 €/ pers.)
OR
- Souillac romanesque-byzantine church (all year - no extra fee)
OR
- a medieval village of the Dordogne valley - Domme or La Roque Gageac (all year - no extra fee)
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Sanctuaire Notre-Dame de Rocamadour, rue de la Mercerie, 46500 Rocamadour France
Several stops to make pictures in the Dordogne valley on the way to Rocamadour
Guided tour in english of Rocamadour (village & sanctuaries)
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Eglise Saint Martin, Rue St Martin, 46200 Souillac France
Visit of the romanesque church
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Moulin Fortifie de Cougnaguet, Route de Cales, 46350 Cales France
Fortified water mill built by monks in the 14th century and still in activity. Unique in France.
Duration: 45 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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This tour is a must. The seven chapels carved into the cliff side and the whole village are breathtaking . David our guide from EXPLOREO was amazing!! He was very knowledgeable and thorough throughout our tour. We stopped at a flour mill on our way to Rocamadour that was unique , peaceful , and...
This tour is a must. The seven chapels carved into the cliff side and the whole village are breathtaking . David our guide from EXPLOREO was amazing!! He was very knowledgeable and thorough throughout our tour. We stopped at a flour mill on our way to Rocamadour that was unique , peaceful , and just beautiful surroundings. David also stopped along the way for us to take pictures at two different locations with beautiful views. I highly recommend Rocamadour tour with David as your tour guide.I had no idea of what we would see — it was amazing. Far exceeded what I expected. The guide was very knowledgeable.
I had no idea of what we would see — it was amazing. Far exceeded what I expected. The guide was very knowledgeable.It was memorable to learn about Rocamadour's fascinating history and its important role related to Europe's pilgrim trails. The site itself and the complex way in which the shrine is constructed is unique! Very happy I got to see and learn about it with an excellent guide.
It was memorable to learn about Rocamadour's fascinating history and its important role related to Europe's pilgrim trails. The site itself and the complex way in which the shrine is constructed is unique! Very happy I got to see and learn about it with an excellent guide.David was a great guide listening to what interested us and sharing his experiences and historical knowledge. Thank you.
David was a great guide listening to what interested us and sharing his experiences and historical knowledge. Thank you.