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Sion – Wine & Dine Tour

The capital of the Valais is known for its castles and its well-preserved old town with its many terraces. With the help of a guide, discover monuments usually closed to the public (Wizards' Tower, Roman baths) while tasting local wines. You will then have a glimpse of Sion's 7,000 years of history. After a good meal in the charming old town, climb up to the castles of Valère and Tourbillon or take a walk along our bisses, pleasant irrigation channels that wind through the vineyards.

Facts

Services: Guided tour of 3 historic sites of Sion, wine tasting, meal
Duration: 4 hours
Price per person in CHF: CHF 89.-
Languages spoken: English, French, German
Available: All year round, From Wednesday to Saturday
Number of people: From 1 person

Available offers

Sion & Wine Tour

The capital of Valais is known for its historic buildings, art and culture. During tastings at exclu...
From 59 CHF

The capital of the Valais is known for its castles and its well-preserved old town with its many terraces. With the help of a guide, discover monuments usually closed to the public (Wizards' Tower, Roman baths) while tasting local wines and a Valaisan plate (dish of local dried meat and cheese). You will then have a glimpse of one of the oldest cities in Switzerland (7'000 years old !). After this exciting and educational experience, the Sion Wine Tour offers you the possibility to have a meal in a restaurant in the historical centre. You are free to extend your visit by discovering the castles of Valère and Tourbillon or go for a walk along our bisses (pleasant irrigation channels that wind through the vineyards).

Programme and services included (example start from 10 am): *

  • Meet at the Tourist Office at 10am: 15 minutes walk from Sion station.

  • 2 hour guided tour with tasting of 5 wines from Sion on Planta Square, in the Witch Tower and in the Roman baths, followed by a Valais plate taken in a wine cellar.

  • Individual programme such as visit to Valère Castle or hike along Clavau's Bisse.

3 options to choose from:

  • 10am

  • 3:15pm

  • 5pm

*The offer can also be booked with lunch or dinner (see Sion Wine & Dine Tour offer).

Remarks:

  • Not suitable for small children. The walk is not suitable for pushchairs, possibly with a baby carrier.

  • Contact us by chat or e-mail (reservation@valais.ch) for bookings of more than 10 people.

Sion Wine & Dine Tour

The capital of Valais is known for its historic buildings, art and culture. During tastings at exclu...
From 89 CHF

The capital of the Valais is known for its castles and its well-preserved old town with its many terraces. With the help of a guide, discover monuments usually closed to the public (Wizards' Tower, Roman baths) while tasting local wines and a Valaisan plate (dish of local dried meat and cheese). You will then have a glimpse of one of the oldest cities in Switzerland (7'000 years old !). After this exciting and educational experience, the Sion Wine Tour offers you the possibility to have a meal in a restaurant in the historical centre. You are free to extend your visit by discovering the castles of Valère and Tourbillon or go for a walk along our bisses (pleasant irrigation channels that wind through the vineyards).

Programme and services included (example start from 10 am):

  • Meet at the Tourist Office at 10am: 15 minutes walk from Sion station.

  • 2 hour guided tour with tasting of 5 wines from Sion on Planta Square, in the Witch Tower and in the Roman baths, followed by a Valais plate taken in a wine cellar.

  • Lunch or dinner at 12pm or 7pm, in a restaurant in the city centre - the name of the restaurant will be announced after booking.

  • Individual programme such as visit to Valère Castle or hike along Clavau's Bisse.

3 options to choose from:

  • 10am with lunch after the tour

  • 3:15pm with lunch before the tour

  • 5pm with dinner after the tour

Remarks:

  • Not suitable for small children. The walk is not suitable for pushchairs, possibly with a baby carrier.

  • Contact us by chat or e-mail (reservation@valais.ch) for all group bookings of more than 10 persons.

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