Valais vineyard trail on foot

Day 1: Arrival in Martigny | Martigny – Saillon Luggage drop-off in Martigny and bus ride to Branson to the starting point of the hike. Between Martigny and Saillon, you will find yourself in the land of Gamay and fascinating contrasts: at your feet the fully cultivated Rhone Valley, in the distance the glittering snowfields of the Mont Blanc. The town of Fully is the capital of the Petite Arvine. Approx. 3.5 h / approx. 12 km / 420 m ascent / 370 m descent Day 2: Saillon – Sion Includes steep limestone walls tower imposingly over the debris cones at Chamoson where with gravel beneath them, the vines are almost at risk of burning in the sun. Vétroz - the cradle of the rare Amigne grape variety; and enchanting vine terraces with ancient irrigation channels surrounding Sion. Guided tour of Sion with wine tasting. Approx. 6 h / approx. 20 km / 785 m ascent / 690 m descent Day 3: Sion – Sierre Explore vine terraces that are among the steepest in the world and follow an easy hiking trail to the Coteaux de Sierre, the largest AOC area in Switzerland. End off with an evening raclette tasting in the "Château de Villa". Approx. 5 h / approx. 18 km / 635 m ascent / 475 m descent Day 4 : Sierre – Leuk | Departure A quarter of the Valais Pinot Noir production comes from the Leuk, Varen and Salgesch region. The region is a paradise for nature lovers with surprising new things to be discovered everywhere you look. Don’t miss the fantastic view from the hilltop church near Varen. Individual departure after arrival in Leuk. Approx. 4 h / approx. 14 km / 490 m ascent / 590 m descent

A wonderful hike through the vineyards of the Valais, on well-developed and unchallenging paths. The somewhat long stages can be shortened easily by using public transport although basic fitness is nonetheless required. The Rhone valley can be very hot in summer.

Included: 3 overnight stays incl. breakfast Daily luggage transfers Costs for luggage pick-up at the station Subsidy for arrival by train Valais connoisseur package* Carefully elaborated route Detailed tour documentation (1 x per room) Navigation app and GPS data available SwitzerlandMobility-Plus subscription for one year Service hotline Not included: Travelling by public transport on day 1 Tourist tax, if due, is not included in the price *Valais connoisseur package: Discover the best of the Valais. With the Valais Connoisseur Package, visit the wine museums of Salgesch and Sierre, take part in a guided tour of Sion, taste local wines and enjoy a Valaisan plate and a raclette.

Option of additional nights - booking after your payment (you will be contacted by our booking team): Martigny: CHF 95.- (per person in double room) Single room surcharge: CHF 45.- Susten: CHF 9.- (per person in double room) Single room surcharge: CHF 35.-

Up to 29 days before the start of the trip: 20% 28 – 15 days before the start of the trip: 50% 14 – 08 days before the start of the trip: 70% 07 – 1 days before the start of the trip: 90% 0 day before the start of the trip / No–show: 100%

Level: Easy Equipment needed: Good hiking shoes Sunglasses Comfortable hiking clothing suitable for the weather conditions Saison: Season 1: 06.04. - 26.04. | 28.09. - 13.10.2024 Season 2: 30.03. - 05.04. | 27.04. - 27.09.2024 Check-in/check-out: Check-in 16h (4pm), Check-out 11h (11am) Arrival/Parking/Departure: Arrival in Martigny by public transport. Luggage drop-off at the luggage counter by 10:00 at the latest. Return journey by public transport from Leuk. Luggage must be collected at the lugagge counter by 17:00 at the latest.