Travel alongside writers, chefs and Dordogne experts on immersive, small-group weeks. Based at Les Cordeliers, in the heart of Sarlat, our trips reveal the Périgord through its tables, gardens, markets and history.
Intimate, exacting weeks unlike any other, hosted by Susan and Stephen with their guests — writers, chefs and experts of the region. Space is limited; scroll to discover.
Confidential addresses and experiences
Passionate guest hosts, close to the ground
Local tables and the comfort of a maison de maître
A single pied-à-terre: Les Cordeliers, Sarlat
Stephen and Susan are the perfect hosts. If you spend more than a night there, you will come away as friends.
George & Jane H.
April 2026 Bruno Week
Sarlat is the perfect central point from which to discover the magical Périgord region, and Les Cordeliers is the perfect small hotel experience in Sarlat.
George & Jane H.
April 2026 Bruno Week
Stephen and Susan are most generous hosts, going above and beyond in their service.
Smith_WRS
Discovering the Dordogne · TripAdvisor
Frequently asked questions
Group size
Typically, no fewer than 6 and no more than 12 participants (not including guides and support team).
What’s included
All meals and lodging as indicated in the program
Pick-up and drop-off at the Sarlat train station
Access to all sites and museums as indicated in the program
Guided tours of towns, museums and sites as indicated in the program
English-speaking guides accompany participants throughout the itinerary
What’s not included
Personal travel, medical and evacuation insurance
Any meal or service not listed in the program
Items and expenses of a personal nature, including laundry
International airfare
Transportation to Sarlat (or the trip departure location)
Payment terms
Deposit: 50% of the total trip cost per person, due at time of booking
Balance of 50% payable 60 days prior to the first day of the trip
All bookings are contingent upon a preliminary conversation with the owners of Les Cordeliers
Purchase of travel, medical and evacuation insurance is highly encouraged
Supplements
Single occupancy requests require a supplemental charge, considered on a case-by-case basis depending on availability. Request a quote from Les Cordeliers.
Cancellation & refund policy
Should it be necessary to cancel, the reservation may be transferred to another person following their acceptance by Les Cordeliers. Otherwise, the following charges apply per person:
60 or more days before departure: loss of 25% of the deposit
Between 21 and 59 days before departure: 50% of the total cost
20 or fewer days before departure: 100% of the total cost
Typically, no fewer than 6 and no more than 12 participants (not including guides and support team).
All meals and lodging as indicated in the program
Pick-up and drop-off at the Sarlat train station
Access to all sites and museums as indicated in the program
Guided tours of towns, museums and sites as indicated in the program
English-speaking guides accompany participants throughout the itinerary
Personal travel, medical and evacuation insurance
Any meal or service not listed in the program
Items and expenses of a personal nature, including laundry
International airfare
Transportation to Sarlat (or the trip departure location)
Deposit: 50% of the total trip cost per person, due at time of booking
Balance of 50% payable 60 days prior to the first day of the trip
All bookings are contingent upon a preliminary conversation with the owners of Les Cordeliers
Purchase of travel, medical and evacuation insurance is highly encouraged
Single occupancy requests require a supplemental charge, considered on a case-by-case basis depending on availability. Request a quote from Les Cordeliers.
Should it be necessary to cancel, the reservation may be transferred to another person following their acceptance by Les Cordeliers. Otherwise, the following charges apply per person:
60 or more days before departure: loss of 25% of the deposit
Between 21 and 59 days before departure: 50% of the total cost
20 or fewer days before departure: 100% of the total cost
For custom dates and any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
