Imagine stepping off a train in Lucerne, cruising across a mirror-still lake, then riding a cog railway into the Alps, all without ever reaching for your wallet. With the Swiss Travel Pass, that's not a dream. It's just Tuesday.
Designed exclusively for international visitors, the pass unlocks unlimited travel across Switzerland's legendary public transport network (trains, buses, and boats) plus free entry to select museums and mountain excursions, for 3, 4, 6, 8, and 15 days. There are 2 types of passes, continuous (consecutive days) and flex (non-consecutive days). For the flex pass, clients can choose the travel days within a 1 month window.
From the cosmopolitan streets of Zurich and the medieval arcades of Bern, to the Matterhorn views of car-free Zermatt and the Swiss-Italian charm of lakeside Lugano, nearly every corner of the country is yours to explore. The pass covers over 90 cities and towns, including Geneva, Lucerne, Interlaken, Lausanne, Montreux, Basel, St. Moritz, and more.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
Unlimited travel by train, bus, and boat
Unlimited travel on panoramic trains (seat reservation fees apply)
Free admission to over 500 museums
Mountain excursions to the Rigi, Stoos, and Stanserhorn
Discounts on many other mountain railways
Urban transit in 90+ cities
Children under 16 travel free of charge when accompanied by a parent holding a valid Swiss Travel Pass The pass is also valid on Switzerland's iconic panoramic routes, including the Glacier Express and the Bernina Express. Note that seat reservations on these trains are compulsory and cost extra.
Choose from 3, 4, 6, 8, or 15 consecutive days and book with confidence thanks to the Flex Cancellation option. The Flex Cancellation option is an optional payment protection that your clients can add during the checkout process before payment. It gives them extra flexibility in case their travel plans change at short notice. Tickets with the Flex Cancellation option can be cancelled free of charge up to one day before the first day of validity. Your clients will receive a full refund of the ticket price. The Flex Cancellation option fee is non-refundable.THE TRAINS
The backbone of the pass is unlimited travel on Switzerland's rail network, one of the most punctual and scenic in the world. Every intercity train between major hubs is covered: Zurich to Geneva in under three hours, Zurich to Lucerne in 45 minutes, Bern to Interlaken in under an hour. All intercity trains are included, as well as trams and buses in more than 90 towns and cities across the country. No assigned seating, travelers sit where they want.
THE PANORAMIC TRAINS
These are the jewels of the Swiss rail system, legendary routes designed as experiences in their own right, with oversized windows and some of the most dramatic scenery on earth. Seat reservations are compulsory and cost extra.
The Glacier Express: Often called the world's slowest express train, the journey takes travellers across the Alps in roughly eight hours, passing through 91 tunnels and over 291 bridges. It links the chic mountain resort of Zermatt, home of the Matterhorn, with the glamorous alpine town of St. Moritz in Graubünden.
The Bernina Express: This route crosses the highest railway pass in the Alps, travelling through the UNESCO World Heritage Rhaetian Railway, past glaciers and down into the palm-tree landscapes of Italian-influenced Ticino. The contrast between the icy peaks and the Mediterranean south is extraordinary.
The Gotthard Panorama Express: Part lake cruise, part historic train ride. It begins with a paddle steamer across Lake Lucerne, joins a train at Flüelen, and crosses the original Gotthard route via dramatic spirals and bridges showcasing some of the finest early railway engineering in Europe, ending in sun-drenched Lugano or Bellinzona.
The GoldenPass Express: Runs seamlessly from Montreux on Lake Geneva up through rolling pastures and the chalets of luxurious Gstaad, then descends into the lakes and peaks of the Bernese Oberland and on to Interlaken. A spectacular journey through Switzerland's contrasting landscapes.
THE MOUNTAINS
Mount Rigi: Ride the cogwheel railway from Vitznau or the cable car from Weggis. At the top, relax at the Rigi Kaltbad mineral spa or hike scenic trails with sweeping panoramic views over Lake Lucerne and the surrounding Alps. Free excursion with Swiss Travel Pass.
Mount Titlis: Reached from the charming village of Engelberg via Rotair, the world's first revolving cable car. The Lucerne–Engelberg Express train, about an hour each way, is covered by the pass. 50% discount on excursion with pass.
Mount Pilatus: One of Switzerland's most legendary summits, reachable by the world's steepest cogwheel railway and offering dramatic panoramic views over Lake Lucerne and some 73 Alpine peaks.
Jungfraujoch: The highest railway station in Europe, also known as The Top of Europe. Access to a high-alpine world of ice and snow, with views over the vast Aletsch Glacier, the Ice Palace carved inside the glacier, and the Sphinx observation deck. 25% discount on excursion with pass.
Schilthorn: Home to the revolving James Bond restaurant perched above the village of Mürren, with views across to the Eiger, Mönch, and Jungfrau. Discounted with the pass. 50% discount on excursion with pass.Harder Kulm: This viewpoint is reached by a historic funicular, offering a stunning panorama of Lakes Thun and Brienz alongside the iconic Eiger, Monch, and Jungfrau peaks. A cantilevered viewing platform and mountaintop restaurant make it one of the region's most rewarding and easily accessible half-day excursions. 50% discount on excursion with pass.
Gornergrat: A cogwheel train climbs from Zermatt to an open-air sun terrace with one of the most iconic views in Switzerland: the Matterhorn, surrounding peaks, and the Gorner Glacier stretching out below. 50% discount on excursion with pass.Matterhorn Glacier Paradise: The Alps' highest cable car station, offering sweeping views of 38 peaks across Switzerland, Italy, and France. Beyond the panorama, visitors can explore an underground Glacier Palace carved from ice, ski year-round, and take in the iconic silhouette of the Matterhorn itself. 50% discount on excursion with pass.
Glacier 3000: A high-altitude alpine destination above Les Diablerets in the Swiss canton of Vaud, accessible by cable car, where visitors can enjoy a thrilling suspension bridge connecting two mountain peaks and sweeping views stretching across the Alps to Mont Blanc. 50% discount on excursion with pass.
THE LAKES
Lake cruising is a world-class experience in Switzerland, and passenger ferries on the major lakes are fully included in the pass.
Lake Lucerne: One of the most dramatic and historically significant lakes in Europe. Routes pass the Rütli Meadow, the birthplace of the Swiss Confederation in 1291, and the Tell Chapel, steeped in the legend of William Tell. Historic paddle steamers operate on many of these routes.Lake Geneva: Cruises along Switzerland's largest lake connect Geneva and Lausanne to the terraced vineyards of Lavaux and the fairy-tale Château de Chillon at Montreux, the most visited historic building in Switzerland.
Lake Zurich, Lake Constance, Lake Thun, Lake Brienz, Lake Lugano, and Lake Maggiore: Additional lake ferry services also covered, offering some of the most peaceful and scenic travel in the country.
THE MUSEUMS
Switzerland's museum pass is automatically included, granting free entry to more than 500 museums across the country. These range from chocolate factories and show dairies to medieval fortresses, interactive science exhibitions, and world-class art galleries.
Highlights include: Chillon Castle, the island fortress on Lake Geneva; the National Museum in Zurich, with a collection of over 870,000 objects covering Swiss history from prehistoric times to the present; the Glacier Garden in Lucerne, which reveals the geology of ancient glaciers and includes a historic mirror labyrinth; the Olympic Museum in Lausanne, one of the finest sports museums in the world; Matterhorn Museum in Zermatt - reveals the history of the village of Zermatt; The Abbey of St. Gall and its breathtaking Abbey Library, Unesco World Heritage site; Alimentarium in Vevey, the first museum in the world devoted exclusively to nutrition; and the Ballenberg Open-Air Museum near Interlaken, where traditional Swiss farmhouses and crafts from across the country have been gathered in one extraordinary living landscape.
THE CITIES AND URBAN TRANSPORT
Unlimited trams, buses, and city trains in over 90 Swiss towns and cities are included. No separate tickets, no tapping in and out, just travel.
Zurich: Switzerland's largest and most cosmopolitan city, with a beautifully preserved medieval old town, world-class shopping on Bahnhofstrasse, vibrant lake promenades, and a thriving arts scene. St. Peter's Church has the largest clock face in Europe.
Bern: The sandstone-arcaded federal capital, with kilometres of covered medieval walkways, the famous Bear Park, and one of the best-preserved old towns in Europe.
Geneva: International city of diplomacy, home to the United Nations European headquarters, the Jet d'Eau fountain, and exceptional museum access.
Basel: Switzerland's cultural powerhouse, with more museums per capita than almost any other city in the world, and a thriving contemporary arts scene.
Lugano: The Monte Carlo of Switzerland: Italian-speaking, palm-lined, with a lakeside piazza culture, subtropical gardens, and a relaxed Mediterranean atmosphere unlike anywhere else in the country.
Montreux: The elegantly preserved resort town on Lake Geneva, famous for its jazz festival, Belle Époque grand hotels, and the dramatic Château de Chillon just along the shore.
Lausanne: A lively, hilly city overlooking Lake Geneva, home to the International Olympic Committee, a magnificent Gothic cathedral, and a youthful, student-filled energy.
Interlaken: The adventure capital of Switzerland, sitting between two glacial lakes with direct access to the Jungfrau region and some of the most iconic alpine scenery in the world.
In summary, the Swiss Travel Pass is not just a transport ticket, it is a complete key to the country. Whether you are gliding across a glacial lake on a paddle steamer, descending from a snow-capped summit, wandering through a medieval fortress on the shores of Lake Geneva, or riding the world's steepest funicular to a car-free alpine village, the pass puts almost all of it within reach for one straightforward price.
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