Underground Bex Salt mines 

The Canton of Vaud, located in western Switzerland, has a rich history shaped by various rulers and cultural influences. Originally inhabited by the Celts and later conquered by the Romans, it became a key part of Roman Gaul. During the Middle Ages, Vaud was ruled by the House of Savoy until 1536, when it was taken over by the Protestant city of Bern. After centuries of Bernese rule, inspired by the French Revolution, Vaud declared independence in 1798 and officially became a canton of Switzerland in 1803 under Napoleon’s Act of Mediation. Today, Vaud is a prosperous region known for Lausanne, the International Olympic Committee, and a strong economy driven by tourism, finance, and technology.

Discover Switzerland’s Most Fascinating Underground Tunnels

Your day begins with a comfortable pick-up in either Geneva or Lausanne, where you’ll be whisked away on a full-day journey into some of Switzerland’s most intriguing hidden places. First, you’ll arrive at the expansive saline caverns of the historic Bex Salt Mines, located in the southwestern part of the country.

Here you’ll ride aboard the original Miner Train, plunging deep into the mountain’s core. As you traverse the hand-carved galleries, running about 500 m and kept at a steady 18 °C, you’ll explore centuries of salt extraction shaped by geology and human endeavour.

After emerging back into daylight, you’ll move on to a nearby vineyard setting for a distinctive lunch infused with salt-themed regional cuisine, paired with a tasting of local Swiss wines.

Next, you’ll visit the majestic Aigle Castle, perched above the town of Aigle and surrounded by vineyards. Explore its medieval halls and exhibitions, and, if time allows, climb to the viewpoint for sweeping panoramas of the Alps and Lake Léman.

This excursion is ideal for curious travellers seeking to combine geology, gastronomy and heritage in one seamless experience: from the subterranean depths of salt mines, through the flavours of vineyard life, to the historic heights of a Swiss castle. By day’s end you’ll return enriched by unexpected Swiss landscapes, culinary discovery and historic architecture, a memorable full-day experience.

  • Underground pathway inside the Bex Salt Mines with rock walls, lighting and a narrow walking tunnel.
  • Interior of Aigle Castle in Switzerland with wooden beams, stone walls and museum displays.
  • Panoramic photo of Aigle village in Switzerland with traditional houses, vineyards and mountains in the background.

What's included

-Round-trip transportation from Geneva or Lausanne

-Entry tickets to the Bex Salt Mines

-Swiss wine tasting featuring local varieties

-Entry to Aigle Castle

-Free time for photos and exploration

-Expert local guide throughout the day 

Duration

9 to 10 hours (depending on pick-up point)

Private tours can be adapted upon request.

meeting point

Rte des Batailleux 3, 1218 Genève, Switzerland,    in front of Gavin Greenaway

Rte de Berne 144, 1010 Lausanne, Switzerland,    in front of AQUATIS Aquarium-Vivarium

Pick-up Hotel: Only in Private tours.

Price

Prices available on the booking engine.

availability

Available: All year, every Thursday.                                                               Private tours can be arranged upon request.

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