Sarlat : Private Tour to a Prehistoric Cave by Exploreo24
Overview
*** This tour is not accessible for people with reduced mobility ***
*** This tour can also be operated in the afternoon on request ***
Get in touch with your primeval nature as you discover some of the oldest relics of prehistory. Your exclusive private tour begins with a thorough demonstration of techniques used by Paleolithic humans to make fire, to illuminate the dark caves in which they lived, and to paint.
After getting a taste of prehistoric life, you’ll head in to the chilly, dark caves to gaze upon cave paintings that date back over 30,000 years for an exceptional private tour outside of public opening hours.
Marvel at the evidence of a bygone culture that existed before civilization began.
Wander through the caves, gazing at the veritable forests of stalactites, stalagmites, and columns.
(entrance fees not included)
Visit a second cave with incredible geological formations and cave bears claw marks.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Pickup from Sarlat, Les Eyzies, Saint Cyprien, Beynac, La Roque Gageac, Domme
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- Pickup from another area (extra charge)
Meeting and Pickup
If you need a pickup from another area, please contact us (there could be an extra charge)
Place Pasteur
24200 Sarlat-la-Canéda, France
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour 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.
- Bottled water.
- Pickup from Sarlat, Les Eyzies, Saint Cyprien, Beynac, La Roque Gageac, Domme.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Pickup from another area (extra charge).
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Sarlat : Private Tour to a Prehistoric Cave by Exploreo24 is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Sarlat : Private Tour to a Prehistoric Cave by Exploreo24 will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Pickup from Sarlat, Les Eyzies, Saint Cyprien, Beynac, La Roque Gageac, Domme
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- All Fees and Taxes
- Pickup from another area (extra charge)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
