Dordogne Itinerary: 4 to 7 Days in the Périgord
How to structure a Dordogne trip around Sarlat, the river villages, and the caves: a 4-day version and a fuller 7-day version that adds Lascaux and a canoe day.
Dordogne & Bordeaux
Bordeaux wine country, medieval Dordogne villages and Atlantic surf beaches.
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Travel guides for Dordogne & Bordeaux
Best Dordogne Villages: Sarlat, La Roque-Gageac & Beynac
Four villages, one short stretch of river, and wildly different characters. Here's how Sarlat, La Roque-Gageac, Domme, and Beynac actually compare.
Dordogne Castles: Which Ones Are Worth Your Time
Beynac or Castelnaud, or both? A clear-eyed guide to the Dordogne's rival medieval castles and which ones actually earn a spot on your itinerary.
Where to Stay in the Dordogne: Sarlat vs Bergerac
Sarlat is the easy first choice, but not the only one. A base-by-base comparison of Sarlat, Bergerac, the hilltop villages, and countryside gîtes.
Dordogne Without a Car: What's Actually Possible
The Dordogne's villages line the river, not a rail map. Here's what genuinely works without a car, and why most people should just rent one.
Where to Stay in Bordeaux: Best Areas for First-Timers
Six Bordeaux neighborhoods from €70 to €300+ a night, compared by price, vibe, and tram access — where first-time visitors should actually stay.
Basque Country & Dordogne: Where They Actually Fit
Two of France's best non-Paris regions, both gateway-close to Bordeaux, neither close to each other. Here's how to choose one, combine both, and not overreach.
Fêtes de Dax: The Complete Festival Guide
A local's guide to the Feria de Dax: 2026 dates, the daily corridas and bandas, how it compares to Bayonne, and how to get there from Bordeaux without a car.
Fêtes de Mont-de-Marsan (Madeleine): The Complete Guide
A guide to the Fêtes de la Madeleine in Mont-de-Marsan: 2026 dates, the course landaise at its most authentic, and how to get there from Bordeaux without a car.