Prehistoric Cave Art of Spain & France (land tour)

Dates: September 4, 2013 - September 16, 2013 (13 Days)
Tour Leader: Paul G. Bahn

Lascaux II. Photo by Prof Saxx

Highlights:

• Investigate southwestern Europe’s most extraordinary  prehistoric caves, including Altamira II, a precise replica of the original that is often called the “Sistine Chapel of Prehistoric Art;” Lascaux II, an exact reproduction of one of the most remarkable prehistoric sites ever discovered; Atapuerca, the most significant early human site in western Europe; Las Monedas Cave and Cueva del Castillo, where 180 animal likenesses were painted some 12,000-14,000 years ago; Cougnac,which features paintings of extinct megaloceros and mammoth; Pech Merle, known for its “negative handprints;” and others.
• Travel with world-renowned archaeological author Paul Bahn, a gifted and popular lecturer who regularly leads tours to study the prehistory of Spain and France, including this program. Dr. Bahn will enhance your understanding of the sites with lectures and informal discussions.
• Tour archaeological and ethnographic museums with superb exhibits of prehistoric artifacts, including the  Museum of Human Evolution in Burgos, Altamira Museum, Museum of Les Eyzies, and the Museé d’Aquitaine; plus the modern art collections of Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum.
• Explore charming villages and cities, including Santillana del Mar and San Sebastian; plus the medieval Château de Beynac, which offers a spectacular view of the fortress-dotted valley below.
• Enjoy excellent accommodations in fine hotels and charming inns, as well as fine wine and cuisine.

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  Pricing: $6,695 per person double occupancy
  Single Supplement: $1,195

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Itinerary

Days 1 & 2 - Home | Bilbao, SPAIN | Santillana Del Mar
Day 3 - Santillana Del Mar | Altamira II | Puente Viesgo Caves
Day 4 - Santillana Del Mar | Bilbao
Day 5 - Bilbao | Atapuerca | Burgos | Bilbao
Day 6 - Bilbao | San Sebastian | Bordeaux, FRANCE
Day 7 - Bordeaux | Les Eyzies-de-tayac
Day 8 - Les Eyzies | The Perigord Region
Day 9 - The Perigord Region
Day 10 - The Perigord Region
Day 11 - Les Eyzies | Toulouse
Day 12 - Toulouse | Niaux
Day 13 - Toulouse | Home

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