French Travel news -2011. | New Year in Dordogne

For a change this year, why not head to the heart of Dordogne for a French holiday to remember?
The good people at the tourist office there have told us about a great little mini-break now available.

The market town of Sarlat is not short on quaintness, and this remarkably well-preserved medieval gem never fails to enchant visitors - most of whom come in high summer.

By heading there for New Year you can soak up the historic ambience without the jostle of the crowds.

The mini-break begins on Saturday morning with a guided tour and special lunch starring the Périgord's famous black diamond - truffles. All of this takes place on a truffle farm.

In the afternoon, you can take a wander around Sarlat itself and enjoy the Christmas market, before heading back to your hotel to get ready for the New Year celebrations.

A gourmet dinner awaits you, combining Périgord delicacies and classic seasonal celebration food, from foie gras to scallops. You will also enjoy an array of specially-selected wines...

After dinner, you will see in the New Year with a spectacular magic show, followed by music and dancing into the night!

The package also includes breakfast the next morning. There are two options, a 2-star hotel package (from €217/pers.) or 3-star alternative (from €226/pers.).


Further information and reservations: email info@sarlat-tourisme.com or visit wwww.sarlat-tourisme.com

For more information on holidays in the Dordogne click here